Best Doctors in the World — Page 21

Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He holds extensive leadership experience in Turkish neurosurgery. Dr. Kaynar previously directed the Istanbul University Institute of Neurological Sciences. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high success rates.

• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, Istanbul University.
• Served as a Board Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
• Former Head of the Neurovascular Group of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
• Served on the qualification board for the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.

Dr. Mehmet Halis Cerci is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He gained significant experience during his specialized training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy. Dr. Cerci served as a medical officer for the Turkish Naval Forces Command before entering private practice. He treats a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and traumatic injuries.

• Practices at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Completed residency training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.
• Served as a medical officer in the Turkish Naval Forces.
• Expertise in general orthopedics and traumatology.

Dr. Turker Sahiner is a neurologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He is the founding president of the Alzheimer's Association Denizli Branch. Dr. Sahiner specializes in treating Alzheimer's disease and epilepsy. He works at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

• Member of the International Society to Advance Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment.
• Holds membership in the Society for Neuroscience.
• Completed neurology specialization training at Ondokuz Mayis University.
• Member of the Turkish Brain Research and Neuroscience Association.

Dr. Ismail Onder Uysal is an ENT and plastic surgery specialist at Memorial Antalya Hospital. He has performed 2,500+ successful procedures. He is known for his skill in primary and revision rhinoplasty. Dr. Uysal uses both open and closed surgical techniques. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that meets US safety standards.

• Specializes in complex nose reshaping and functional breathing surgeries.
• Served as a lecturer in academic medicine at Cumhuriyet University.
• Author of several research papers in international medical journals.
• Treats a high volume of international patients seeking specialized care.

Dr. Mehmet Sagir is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He previously served as Chief Clinical Physician at Taksim Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Sagir trained in microsurgery at the University Hospital Zurich in Switzerland. He has published 12 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.

• Specializes in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgical procedures.
• Completed a specialized residency at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital.
• Holds a certificate for animal experiments from Istanbul University.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its eco-friendly medical design.

Dr. Teoman Akcay is a gastroenterologist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in digestive disorders, endoscopy, and liver research. Dr. Akcay completed his specialty training at Dokuz Eylül University. He treats patients at a clinic in the JCI-accredited Memorial Healthcare Group.

• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology Association.
• Active member of the Turkish Liver Research Association.
• Sits on the Turkish Endoscopy Association board.
• Published numerous scientific articles in national and international medical journals.

Dr. Serkan Kitis is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating brain tumors, cerebral aneurysms, and spinal conditions like herniated disks. Dr. Kitis has published over 25 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital known for its success in complex surgical cases.

• Expertise includes arteriovenous malformations, pituitary adenomas, and Moyamoya disease.
• Completed specialized microsurgical anatomy training at the Prof. Rhoton Lab.
• Authored 12 chapters in national and international medical textbooks.
• Presented over 60 scientific papers at national and international medical meetings.

Dr. Yavuz Yalcin is an endocrinologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. He treats metabolic diseases and endocrine disorders. He holds a medical board certification in internal medicine. Dr. Yalcin also has a certification as a Hemodialysis Responsible Physician. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital, a global standard for medical safety.

• Published 8 international and 10 national research papers.
• Completed a fellowship in endocrinology and metabolic diseases at Ankara Numune.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
• Completed specialized training in thyroid and neck ultrasonography.

Dr. Tumay Ipekci is a urology specialist and professor at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has authored over 60 articles in peer-reviewed medical journals. Dr. Ipekci serves on the editorial boards of Urology Research and Practice and the Mediterranean Medical Journal. He is a faculty member at Bahçeşehir University. His practice is based at a JCI-accredited hospital known for organ transplantation and robotic surgery.

• Member of the European Association of Urology (EAU) since 2006.
• Presented 36 scientific papers at national and international medical congresses.
• Active member of the Endourology Society and the Turkish Urological Association.
• Former associate professor at Başkent University Department of Urology.

2003 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL ANKARA HOSPITAL

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

2003 - 2003, Erzincan/Erzincan/Türkiye

B. ERZINCAN STATE HOSPITAL

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

1994 - 1995, Samsun/Samsun/Türkiye

SAMSUN HAVZA SEYHLER HEALTH CENTER

General Practitioner

2021 - Currently MEMORIAL ŞİŞLİ HOSPITAL

Associate Professor of General Surgery / Istanbul

2018 - 2021 ISTANBUL FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE HOSPITAL,

SCIENCE UNIVERSITY

Associate Professor of General Surgery / Istanbul

2014 - 2018 ACIBADEM UNIVERSITY ATAKENT HOSPITAL

Assistant Professor / Istanbul

2012 - 2013 TDV 29 MAY HOSPITAL

General Surgery Specialist / Istanbul

Dr. Mahir Mahirogullari is an orthopedic surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship in orthopedics and traumatology at Wake Forest University in the USA. Dr. Mahirogullari specializes in treating complex musculoskeletal injuries and joint conditions like arthrosis.

• Earned the Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology Best Verbal Declaration Award.
• Winner of multiple professional honors, including the Derviş Manizade and Altındağ Branch prizes.
• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sport Medicine.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to receive JCI accreditation.

Dr. Elif Erol is a gynecologist and obstetrician at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in pregnancy monitoring and high-risk pregnancy management. Dr. Erol performs normal, painless, and water deliveries. She works at a JCI-accredited facility, meeting the highest US surgical safety standards.

• Performs closed laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries for fibroids and cysts.
• Treats polycystic ovary syndrome and complex hormonal disorders.
• Provides genital aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries.
• Manages menopause through bioequivalent hormone replacement therapies.

Dr. Nihal Durmus Kocaaslan is a plastic surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Kocaaslan holds both national and European board certifications (EBOPRAS). She treats congenital anomalies and performs complex breast and jaw reconstructions.

• Earned a PhD in Forensic Medicine and serves as a Ministry of Justice expert.
• Completed microsurgery training at RWTH Aachen and cleft care at Seattle Children’s.
• Specializes in orthognathic surgery and maxillofacial procedures.
• Maintains active membership in ISAPS and the AO Craniofacial Surgery Foundation.

Dentist Emine Tuğçe Ateş was born in Muğla. She completed her primary and secondary education in Muğla and, she is a graduate of Muğla Anatolian Highschool.

Ateş successfully completed her master's degree at Ege University Faculty of Dentistry. She developed herself in the fields of aesthetic dentistry and pulp health by participating in international congresses during her student and professional life.

She continues to work at WestDent Private Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic.

Dr. Hakan Hanimoglu is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain and nerve surgery across major Turkish medical institutions. Dr. Hanimoglu works within a surgical department known for robotic and genetics-based procedures. He practices at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation for safety.

• Serves as a neurosurgery specialist at Memorial Atasehir Hospital.
• Holds a clinical role at Istanbul Biruni University.
• Practiced at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Treats patients at a facility with a 90% organ transplant success rate.