Best Nasal Polyp Surgery Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine in 2006 and completed a residency in Otorhinolaryngology at Sütçü İmam University in 2012. The doctor served as an Otorhinolaryngologist at Afşin State Hospital from 2012 to 2014.

From 2014 to 2019, the doctor was an Assistant Professor at the Otorhinolaryngology Department of Sütçü İmam University. In 2019, the doctor earned the title of Associate Professor of Medicine in Otorhinolaryngology.

The doctor specializes in otologic procedures, pediatric otorhinolaryngologic diseases, snoring surgery, head and neck tumors, laryngology, functional nasal surgeries, endoscopic sinus surgery, thyroid surgery, and salivary gland disease management.

Professor Mehmet Emre Ustundag serves as the head of ENT at Anadolu Medical Center and brings high-level academic expertise to nasal and sinus conditions.

• Completed specialised rhinology training at the University of Regensburg in Germany
• Focuses on rhinology and head and neck oncology for complex cases
• Has published 47 international articles on ear, nose, and throat disorders
• Member of the German Society of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
• Oversees tertiary-level care at one of Turkey's most respected medical centres

Professor Serkan Orhan brings high-level international training from London and the Netherlands to his practice at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Completed advanced training at the Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital in London
• Specialised in otolaryngology with a focus on rhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery
• Gained residency experience at Radbound University in the Netherlands
• Treats complex cases within both civilian and military medical settings
• Uses precise surgical techniques developed through decades of specialist ear, nose, and throat practice

Assoc. Prof. Burak ÖZKAN, M.D.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Areas of Expertise and Interest

Reconstructive Microsurgery

Aesthetic (Cosmetic) Surgery

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

Burn Treatment and Scar Revision

Facial Trauma and Fracture Reconstruction

Maxillofacial and Craniofacial Surgery

Breast Reconstruction and Oncoplastic Surgery

Lymphedema Surgery

Experimental and Regenerative Medicine

Skin Rejuvenation with Energy-Based Devices

Reconstructive microsurgery (upper & lower extremity, hand)

Head & neck reconstruction

Breast reconstruction after cancer

Skin cancer surgery

Aesthetic surgery (face, rhinoplasty, eyelid, breast)

Post-bariatric body contouring

Education

• MD, Ege University Faculty of Medicine (2009)
• Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery, Başkent University (2015)

Work Experience

• Associate Professor, Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery — Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital, Istanbul (Oct 2024 – Present)
• Associate Professor, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery — Başkent University (2023 – Oct 2024)
• Assistant Professor, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery — Başkent University (2019 – 2023)
• Specialist, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery — Başkent University (2017 – 2019)
• Specialist, Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery — Ağrı State Hospital (2015 – 2017)

Short Fellowships / Observerships

• Juntendo University, Tokyo, Japan (Jul–Aug 2019)
• Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium (Apr–Jul 2022)
• Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea (Nov 2023)

Academic Publications (selected)

• Özkan B, Tatar BE, Savran S, Uysal CA. Reconstruction of finger contracture with an expanded first dorsal metacarpal artery perforator flap: a case report. Microsurgery. 2024;44(1):e31057.
• Özkan B. Novel Scalp Flap Elevation With Balloon Trocar Dissection Device. J Craniofac Surg. 2023;34(7):2185-2186.
• Onan E, Torun D, Kozanoğlu R, Özkan B, et al. Mortality Factors in Crush Syndrome. Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2024;30(3):174-184.
• Savran S, Albayati A, Ozkan B, Uysal CA. Quality and reliability of YouTube videos for hand surgery training. Eur J Plast Surg. 2022;46:99-103.
• Özkan B, Savran S, Uysal CA. The hammock method for end-to-side arterial anastomosis in lower extremity flap transfers. Microsurgery. 2023.

Certifications

• FEBOPRAS — Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery

Congress/Conference Participations (selected)

• EURAPS Annual Meeting (e.g., Athens 2024) — attendee
• EuroMicro (Milan, 2024) — attendee
• ISBI/BBA Congress 2024 — participant (Young Investigator Award recipient)

Scientific Memberships

• International Society of Burn Injuries (ISBI) — Board of Directors, Eastern Mediterranean Regional Representative
• Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Society — Executive Committee Member
• European Association of Plastic Surgeons (EURAPS) — Active Member
• Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery — Member
• Turkish Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Society — Member
• Turkish Wound Society — Member

Awards and Honors

• ISBI Professor Aikawa Young Investigator Prize (2024)

EURAPS Young Plastic Surgeons Scholarship (2020 cohort)

Dr Yasin Kulaksiz is a specialist otorhinolaryngologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a dedicated focus on endoscopic sinus surgery. He applies modern surgical techniques to manage chronic sinusitis and nasal obstruction effectively.

• Member of the European Rhinologic Society for sinus disorders
• Specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery and functional nasal procedures
• Trained at Bezmialem Vakif University – a major clinical research institution
• Published scientific research in the Journal of Laryngology and Otology
• Certified by the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery

Dr Arzu Öz is a dedicated ear, nose, and throat specialist at CE International Hospital with extensive background in surgical hospital settings.

• Trained specifically in ENT and head and neck surgery
• Held senior clinical roles at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital
• Practised at the Medient Ear, Nose, and Throat Medical Centre
• Focuses on surgical solutions for chronic nasal and sinus obstructions
• Experienced in both public and private health sectors in Turkey

Dr Dogukan Aydenizoz is a senior ENT specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex who focuses on endoscopic sinus surgery. He combines medical correction with aesthetic precision across functional nasal procedures.

• Completed specialist ENT training at the Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on endoscopic sinus surgery for treating persistent nasal polyps and sinus issues
• Member of the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association
• Expertise includes septoplasty and functional rhinoplasty to improve breathing and nasal flow

Dr Ziya Ilgin has performed over 900 successful procedures and specialises in Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) to treat chronic nasal polyps at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for sinus clearing and polyp removal
• Addresses underlying breathing issues through expert septoplasty and airway correction
• Expertise includes advanced sinus care and eardrum reconstruction
• Trained at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish clinical centre

The doctor graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine and completed an ENT residency at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. Advanced training was undertaken at the House Ear Institute in Los Angeles. Since 2011, the doctor has been a professor at Lokman Hekim Health Group, specializing in ENT diseases.

The doctor has published over 30 scientific articles in international journals, focusing on hearing loss, laryngeal cancer, and sinus conditions. The doctor is a frequent presenter at scientific meetings and has received recognition for excellence in clinical practice and surgical training models.

Clinical interests include hearing disorders, rhinological conditions, and oncological ENT cases. The doctor has participated in specialized courses and workshops internationally.

Professor Celil Göçer is a distinguished ENT specialist who completed advanced surgical training at the prestigious House Ear Institute in Los Angeles. He leads the ENT department at Lokman Hekim Health Group, focusing on complex sinus conditions.

• Published over 30 scientific articles on rhinological conditions and sinus pathologies
• Specialises in treating rare mucosal diseases and paranasal sinus tumours
• Participated in advanced workshops with the American Academy of Otolaryngology
• Recognised for excellence in developing surgical training models for ENT procedures
• Former chief specialist at prominent Turkish training and research hospitals

Dr Yasemin Ongun specialise in endoscopic sinus surgery and intranasal procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She focuses on treating nasal polyposis using minimally invasive techniques to improve patient breathing and recovery.

• Trained in Otology-Neurotology and Head and Neck Surgery at Hacettepe University
• Performs Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery to remove polyps and clear obstructed airways
• Manages paediatric ear, nose, and throat cases including tonsil and adenoid removals
• Treats complex sinus conditions and tear duct obstructions using endonasal methods
• Expertise in managing chronic allergies and vocal cord issues via microlaryngeal surgery

Dr Ozgur Erdem has performed over 2,000 functional and aesthetic nasal surgeries. He focuses on restoring clear breathing at his private clinic in Antalya.

• Specialises in endoscopic ear, nose, and throat procedures
• Conducts research into Obstructive Sleep Apnea and snoring surgery
• Handles complex paediatric upper airway procedures for younger patients
• Regular speaker at international symposiums on functional nasal reconstruction
• Completed specialist training at Antalya Training and Research Hospital

Professor Erkan Vural is a leading ENT specialist who literally wrote the thesis on preventing recurrent nasal polyps. He currently leads the clinical team at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Performed 900+ procedures with a high 4.9-star patient satisfaction rating
• Specialises in endoscopic sinus surgery – a minimally invasive approach to polyp removal
• Holds clinical expertise in preventing polyp regrowth using targeted medical therapies
• Member of the Turkish Association of Rhinology and Turkish Association of Otorhinolaryngology
• Published extensive research on sinonasal diseases in international medical journals