Best CT (computer tomography) Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr. Bulent Karagoz is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in immunotherapy and targeted therapies for sarcoma, lymphoma, and lung cancer. Dr. Karagoz provides treatment at a facility affiliated with the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Authored over 40 research publications focusing on tumor biology and immunology.
• Former Head of Internal Diseases at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine.
• Held leadership roles in medical oncology at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and European Head and Neck Society.

Dr. Tarik Akar is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in early-stage gastrointestinal cancer treatment and complex esophageal conditions. Dr. Akar is an expert in POEM for achalasia and ESD for removing early tumors.

• Trained at Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine and Ankara University.
• Winner of Best Verbal Presentation and Best Poster at the International GI Cancers Congress.
• Authored over 25 papers published in international and local medical journals.
• Performs specialized procedures including G-POEM for gastroparesis and ERCP for bile ducts.

Dr. Ali Zirh has performed over 1,400 deep brain stimulation (DBS) procedures in Turkey. He specializes in treating Parkinson’s disease and complex movement disorders. Dr. Zirh holds a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of DBS patients. He uses microelectrode recording to ensure high precision during brain surgery.

• Completed training at Johns Hopkins, the University of Virginia, and Toronto Western Hospital.
• Winner of the Elekta Award for stereotactic and functional neurosurgery.
• Performed more than 1,900 surgical interventions for movement disorders.
• Member of the World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.

Dr. Yusuf Bayram has performed over 1,000 orthopedic surgeries at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in spinal diseases and arthroscopic procedures. Dr. Bayram earned his medical degree from the prestigious Marmara University. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis, kyphosis, and spinal fractures. Hisar Hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting high safety and treatment standards.

• Expert in minimally invasive knee, shoulder, and ankle arthroscopy.
• Performs joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder.
• Specializes in surgical treatments for herniated discs and canal stenosis.
• Treats orthopedic trauma and developmental hip dysplasia.

Dr. Mustafa Solak is a clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship at the prestigious Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. Dr. Solak previously practiced at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He treats a variety of complex cancers, including lung, breast, and gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Specializes in the treatment of testicular, ovarian, and head and neck cancers.
• Performs oncology procedures including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training Hospital.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar is a neurosurgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He treats adult and pediatric patients with complex brain and spine diseases. Dr. Pinar focuses on brain tumors, vascular aneurysms, and skull base pathologies. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Performs specialized procedures including transnasal tumor resection and brain aneurysm repair.
• Treats a wide range of conditions like pituitary adenomas and arteriovenous malformations.
• Expertise covers both surgical oncology and reconstructive spine surgery for herniated disks.
• Provides care for pediatric neurosurgical cases including hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries.

Dr. Kivanc Derya Peker is a gastrointestinal surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He co-founded the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital. Dr. Peker completed specialized training at the Mayo Clinic in the United States. He treats complex cancers of the liver, pancreas, and stomach.

• Performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries to date.
• Completed over 200 liver surgeries and numerous kidney transplants.
• Ranked in the top 3 during his national gastroenterology surgery minor examination.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which serves 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Ali Gozukucuk is a pediatric surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a specialized fellowship in pediatric surgery at Erciyes University. Dr. Gozukucuk treats children for conditions like hernias, appendicitis, and congenital defects. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in treating inguinal hernias, umbilical hernias, and ankyloglossia.
• Published three articles in international peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Presented 13 research papers at international scientific meetings.
• Performs pediatric urological and cardiac surgical procedures.

Dr. Kayhan Turan is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He performed the first robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements in Turkey. Dr. Turan has completed over 3,500 robotic surgeries. He specializes in joint reconstruction and sports medicine.

• Member of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).
• Completed an orthopedic surgery externship at Northwestern University Medical School.
• Uses the NAVIO 7 system for customized robotic joint replacements.
• Treats complex conditions like osteoarthritis, coxarthrosis, and meniscus tears.

Dr. Merve Karli is a general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She has performed over 1,000 operations for hernias, breast diseases, and anorectal conditions. Dr. Karli trained at Eskisehir Osmangazi University and Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital. She holds official certifications to perform endoscopic procedures.

• Specializes in laparoscopic and open hernia repair, including umbilical and incisional cases.
• Performs gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and PEG insertion for diagnostic and therapeutic needs.
• Treats benign anorectal diseases and manages complex breast disease cases.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility serving 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Elif Nurhak Erdal is a dentist and prosthetist at KLİNİKEN in Istanbul. She led domestic training for Ultradent and Kerrhawe brands in aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Erdal specializes in Hollywood Smile makeovers, zirconia crowns, and porcelain veneers. She has provided dental care and technical consulting since 1999.

• Organized aesthetic dentistry courses for local and international dental professionals.
• Served as a lecturer at the Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry.
• Expert in laser teeth whitening and complex root canal treatments.
• Member of the Istanbul Dentists Chamber Health Tourism Commission.

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Turkey. He earned his MD from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (English program). He completed his neurosurgery residency there from 1996 to 2003. He became a professor in 2015. He also completed observerships at Maastricht University in 2007 and 2009.

His clinical focus includes functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. He also treats spinal tumors and spinal stenosis and performs spinal instrumentation. He manages skull base and brain tumors. He performs vascular surgery of the central nervous system.

Achievements include leading a Parkinson’s research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University (BAP, Project No. T.597, 2008). He supervised a neurosurgery thesis in 2008. His awards include third place at the 2nd National Congress of the Society of Neurosurgery in 2006, the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Overseas Scholarship in 2008, and the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award in 2009. Several of his papers ranked at the 22nd and 23rd Turkish Neurosurgical Society Scientific Congresses in 2008 and 2009. He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Zulfu Sertkaya is an associate professor and andrologist at Andro Expertise in Istanbul. He holds the FEBU title from the European Association of Urology. Dr. Sertkaya focuses on male health, sexual function, and aesthetic urological procedures. He treats patients at his clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

• Earned Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) status.
• Specialize in andrology, male sexual health, and aesthetic urology.
• Performs penile implant surgery and varicocelectomy for infertility.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Yasar Kutukcu is a neurologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He completed training at the University of California San Francisco. Dr. Kutukcu specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation and movement disorder treatments. He treats complex cases involving Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and tremors.

• Expert in neurophysiology, botulinum toxin applications, and sleep disorders.
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society.
• Manages epilepsy, dementia, and neuromuscular diseases.
• Works at Anadolu, a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Piya Assawaboonyadej is an orthopedic surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in bone and connective tissue tumor surgery. He completed a clinical fellowship in Orthopedic Oncology and Reconstruction at the University of Iowa. Dr. Assawaboonyadej is a member of the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand.

• Expert in musculoskeletal tumor surgery and limb salvage techniques.
• Performs complex procedures including robotic knee replacement and endoscopic discectomy.
• Treats diverse conditions like developmental hip dysplasia and bone sarcomas.
• Practices at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO 9001:2015-certified facility in Thailand.

Dr. Burak Ergun Tatar is a plastic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in transformative cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries, including facelifts, rhinoplasty, and breast augmentation. Dr. Tatar completed a microsurgery fellowship at Università Campus Bio-Medico in Rome. He graduated with distinction from the Istanbul University School of Medicine.

• Holds specialized certifications in microsurgery, animal research, and medical statistics.
• Performs complex body contouring like tummy tucks, liposuction, and mommy makeovers.
• Treats functional and aesthetic conditions, including deviated septums and gynecomastia.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci robotic system.