Stapedectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Tugce Turker Botanlioglu is a highly active otolaryngologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who has performed over 1,100 surgical procedures.

• Treats complex ear disorders and hearing loss at a Joint Commission International (JCI) accredited facility
• Focuses on precision microsurgery for middle ear reconstructions
• Provides care within a major Turkish medical network known for high specialty standards
• Uses microscopic and endoscopic surgical techniques to improve patient hearing outcomes

Professor Mazhar Celikoyar is a senior ENT specialist who brings high-level surgical training from leading medical centres in the United States and Europe.

• Trained at Indiana Methodist Hospital in the US for specialty ear surgery
• Served as Assistant Physician at the prestigious Hopital Foch in France
• Former ENT Assistant Chief at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Practises at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital – a JCI-accredited facility
• Focuses on restores hearing through micro-surgical ear procedures

Professor Celil Göçer is a distinguished ENT specialist who completed advanced training at the world-renowned House Ear Institute in Los Angeles.

• Recognised for excellence in developing surgical training models specifically for stapedectomy
• Specialises in managing complex conductive hearing loss and diseases of the ear
• Authored over 30 scientific articles in international journals focused on hearing disorders
• Completed specialised workshops with the American Academy of Otolaryngology
• Professor at Lokman Hekim Health Group with a focus on surgical innovations

Professor Yasar Cokkeser is a highly respected specialist who completed an elite Clinical Research Fellowship in Otology and Skull Base Surgery at Gruppo Otologico in Italy.

• Published key research on revision stapes surgery outcomes in major medical journals
• Refined his techniques at world-leading centres including Johns Hopkins and the House Ear Institute
• Former Chief of Clinic at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Extensive experience in managing complex middle ear and skull base anatomy
• Fellowship-trained in Italy, the USA, and Turkey

Professor Mustafa Kazkayasi refined his expertise in otology at the University of Michigan and the Sint Augustinus GZA Ziekenhuizen in Belgium – a world-leading centre for ear surgery.

• Former Head of Ear, Nose, and Throat at Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine
• Practised at the Anadolu Health Center, which is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine
• Member of the Otology-Neurotology Association, specialising in complex ear conditions
• Completed advanced clinical training at the International Neuroscience Institute in Germany

Dr Ali Can Sungur is a dedicated ENT specialist at Lokman Hekim Health Group who focuses on precise surgical interventions for complex hearing conditions.

• Provides tailored surgical plans to restore hearing function
• Practices at the well-equipped Lokman Hekim Etlik Hospital
• Focuses on patient-centred care and precise anatomical diagnosis
• Uses advanced medical technologies for delicate middle ear procedures

Professor Erkan Vuralkan is a highly decorated ear, nose, and throat specialist who holds the Turkish Board Certificate in Head and Neck Surgery.

• Recognised for research into preventing inner-ear damage and preserving hearing function.
• Served as a Professor at Avrasya University, training the next generation of ENT specialists.
• Awarded by the National Otology-Neurootology Congress for his contributions to ear health.
• Active member of the Turkish Association of Rhinology and Otorhinolaryngology.
• Contributes to international medical journals, focusing on patient outcomes and surgical safety.

Professor Gokhan Kutlar focuses on the surgical restoration of hearing and delicate ear diseases at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Specialises in ear microsurgery for precise treatment of hearing loss
• Performs endoscopic ear procedures to reduce recovery times
• Treats complex middle ear conditions and salivary gland diseases
• Expert in head and neck diseases surgery

Professor Erkan Karatas is a highly decorated otology specialist who completed advanced training in neurotology at The Ohio State University. He uses refined microscopic techniques to restore hearing in patients at Atlas University Hospital.

• Trained in new endoscopic approaches to the inner ear at the ICLO Teaching Centre in Italy
• Refined his surgical skills at the Hannover Medical School Clinic for Otology in Germany
• Member of the Mediterranean Society of Otology and Audiology
• Recognised as a specialist by the American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery

Dr Davut Tepe focuses on microscopic middle ear surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a key centre for restorative hearing procedures.

• Specialises in endoscopic and microscopic techniques for the middle ear
• Performs stapedectomy for both adult and paediatric patients
• Uses plasma-evaporation methods for delicate ENT operations
• Treats complex middle ear conditions including chronic ear diseases

Dr Yasin Kulaksiz is a dedicated ear, nose, and throat specialist at Medipol Acibadem Hospital who focuses on restorative ear and hearing surgeries.

• Completed advanced temporal bone dissection courses to refine surgical precision for middle ear procedures
• Highly active in clinical research with papers published in international journals like Laryngology and Otology
• Member of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
• Specialises in cholesteatoma and tympanoplasty to restore hearing and manage chronic ear conditions
• Trained at the prestigious Bezmialem Vakif University Hospital during his ENT residency

Dr. Selahattin Tugrul is an ENT Professor at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in complex surgeries for hearing loss, sleep apnea, and nasal polyps. Dr. Tugrul earned his doctorate and specialty training at Istanbul University. He previously served as a Professor at Bezmiâlem Vakıf University for over ten years.

• Performs cochlear implant placement, stapedectomy, and tympanoplasty.
• Specializes in septoplasty, cleft palate repair, and endolaryngeal microsurgery.
• Active researcher contributing to otolaryngology studies worldwide.
• Works at Medipol Acibadem, a JCI-accredited facility using robotic surgical systems.

Dr. Tuncay Kodas is an ENT specialist at Ento Surgical Medical Center in Izmir. He is an expert in otoplasty and specializes in treating protruding ears. Dr. Kodas focuses on both cosmetic ear shaping and functional outcomes. He works at a center with over 20 years of experience in ENT surgery.

• Corrects congenital ear deformities like microtia and lop ear.
• Treats complex ear issues, including keloid formation and chronic infections.
• Performs specialized procedures such as cochlear implants and tympanoplasty.
• Addresses structural nasal conditions through septoplasty and polyp surgery.

Umit Filiz co-founded the Ento Surgical Medical Center and serves as a lead specialist with international training from the University of Vienna.

• Specialises in aesthetic and functional nose surgery and endoscopic sinus procedures
• Member of the Turkish Ear Nose Throat Head and Neck Surgery Association
• Member of the Turkish ENT Facial Plastic Surgery Working Group
• Holds specialized certification in Eskişehir Aerospace Medicine from the Air Force
• Consults in English and German for international patients

The doctor is a highly trained specialist in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) medicine, having completed residency training at the Başkent University ENT Clinic. With a strong academic foundation from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, the doctor is currently advancing expertise through a Doctoral Program in Clinical Anatomy.

The doctor's clinical practice focuses on pediatric ENT surgeries, endoscopic sinus surgery, and functional and aesthetic nasal procedures. Additionally, the doctor provides specialized care in minimally invasive aesthetic procedures, combining anatomical precision with surgical expertise to achieve optimal patient outcomes.