Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 10

Dr. Cagatay Ozturk is an orthopedic surgeon who founded and directs the Liv Spine Center. The AOSpine Society certified this center as a "Center of Excellence." He has performed over 25,000 orthopedic operations throughout his career. Dr. Ozturk leads the Orthopedics and Traumatology Department at Istinye University.

• Specializes in scoliosis surgery, hip replacement, and spinal cord injury treatment.
• Performs complex surgical procedures across nine countries including Kazakhstan and North Macedonia.
• Appointed as a professor of orthopedics and traumatology.
• Uses stem cell therapy and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for joint and spine conditions.

The doctor is an esteemed Psychiatry Professor specializing in treating alcoholism and schizophrenia in children and teens. Significant contributions to the field have led to recognition and involvement in notable events, including serving as a jury member at the AUA 2020 event. The doctor has also shared expertise through public speeches, particularly on Burnout Syndrome, providing insights and coping strategies.

Dr. Erman Cekic has performed 10,000+ knee and hip replacement surgeries. He is an orthopedic surgeon at OrtoCare Clinic in Istanbul. Dr. Cekic specializes in joint and cartilage surgery using biological stem cell treatments. He provides surgical and non-surgical care for professional sports clubs and elderly patients.

• Utilizes the MAKO robotic system for high-accuracy joint replacement procedures.
• Expert in arthroscopic meniscus repair and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
• Treats complex bone deformities, scoliosis, and hand conditions requiring microsurgery.
• Research contributor on radiographic union scores for predicting bone fracture healing.

Dr. Ramazan Altin is a urological surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed specialized training at the Cleveland Clinic Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute. Dr. Altin focuses on uro-oncology and robotic surgery for complex conditions. He provides treatment for prostate cancer, kidney cysts, and urolithiasis.

• Trained at Cleveland Clinic, a top-ranked US center for urology.
• Performs robotic prostatectomy, nephrectomy, and bladder removal.
• Treats male infertility and erectile dysfunction using stem cell therapy.
• Works at a clinic authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.

Dr. Murat B., Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi uzmanıdır. İstanbul’daki Grand Clinic’te görev yapar. Türk Plastik Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Derneği Yeterlik Belgesi’ne sahiptir. Zonguldak Atatürk Devlet Hastanesi Yanık Ünitesi Sorumlusu olarak görev yapmıştır.

Klinik ilgi alanları: burun estetiği (rinoplasti), liposuction ve vücut şekillendirme, meme estetiği (büyütme, küçültme), yüz estetiği, göz kapağı estetiği ve çene estetiği.

Dr. Mustafa Orkun Ertugrul is a dentist at İstinye Dental Hospital. He specializes in smile design, Hollywood Smile transformations, and restorative dentistry. Dr. Ertugrul also focuses on dental implant procedures and pink aesthetics. He works at a JCI-accredited facility using 3D imaging and digital scanning.

• Specialist in restorative dentistry with training from Dicle University.
• Is a member of the Turkish Dental Association and Restorative Dentistry Association.
• Authored several research papers on dental surface roughness and caries.
• Former clinic supervisor at Medicine Hospital Oral and Dental Health Clinic.

Dr. Sami Sokucu is an orthopedic surgeon and oncologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He specializes in limb lengthening and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Sokucu is a Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT). He also serves as a faculty member at Istanbul Aydın University.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and minimally invasive hip arthroplasty.
• Expert in using magnetic bone nails and motorized systems for limb lengthening.
• Treats orthopedic cancers including osteosarcoma and malignant bone tumors.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology.

Dr. Halil Alis is a gastrointestinal surgeon and Medical Director at VM Medical Park Florya. He is a robotic surgery trainer using the Da Vinci system. Dr. Alis treats obesity, colorectal conditions, and complex digestive diseases. He has authored over 70 scientific papers in international medical journals.

• Active member of SAGES, EAES, IASGO, ISSO, and IFSO.
• Performs Da Vinci robotic gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Provides diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures like ERCP and EUS.
• Served as a manager at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training Hospital.

Dr. Zafer Çetinkaya is a hair restoration specialist with more than 10 years of experience. Since 2014, he has performed hair transplants for thousands of patients. His expertise includes FUE, DHI, Sapphire FUE, ICE FUE, and hybrid methods. He focuses on precise technique and thorough patient evaluation.

He graduated from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 2011. He worked as an emergency physician from 2011 to 2013, then as an occupational physician from 2013 to 2014. In 2015, he completed the Mesotherapy Application Certificate Program at Istanbul Medipol University, focusing on mesotherapy and PRP. He worked in clinics from 2014 to 2020, at Vera Clinic from 2020 to 2022, and has been at EsteNove since 2022. He earned a Certificate of Achievement at the Ultra V Seminar–Workshop in February 2020 and attended the Medical Aesthetics Regional Meeting in March 2020.

Dr. Izim Turker is a specialist in prosthetic dentistry at Bahçeşehir University Dental Hospital in Istanbul. She holds a PhD focused on the long-term durability of dental materials. Dr. Turker currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Bahçeşehir University.

• Specializes in zirconia crowns, porcelain restorations, and implant-supported prosthetics.
• Researches how thermal aging affects the strength of dental materials.
• Practices at a university hospital featuring an on-site custom prosthesis production lab.
• Fluent in both English and Turkish for international patient consultations.

Dr. Ayhan Dinckan has performed over 5,000 kidney transplants at Istinye University Liv Hospital. He is the director of the Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Center. Dr. Dinckan specializes in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants for adults and children.

• Completed more than 1,000 liver transplants and 77 pancreas operations.
• Performs complex combined surgeries, including heart-kidney and liver-kidney transplants.
• Handled over 350 pediatric kidney transplant cases personally.
• Sits on the Turkish Coordination Association of Transplant Centers board.

Dr. Vedat Tosun is a hair transplant specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He focuses on restoring hair with natural-looking results. Dr. Tosun tailors each procedure to the patient's specific hair loss pattern. He treats patients at a university hospital with 33 medical departments.

• Uses FUE, DHI, and Sapphire FUE hair restoration methods.
• Performs specialized procedures like beard, eyebrow, and Afro hair transplants.
• Provides organic and stem cell hair transplantation options.
• Served as hair transplantation coordinator at Istanbul University Florence Nightingale Hospital.

Dr. Ersoy Kocabicak is the Rector of Atlas University and a neurosurgeon in Istanbul. He is a founding board member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association. Dr. Kocabicak specializes in neuromodulation and treats conditions like Parkinson’s and essential tremor. He has authored 46 international peer-reviewed articles on functional neurosurgery.

• Serves on the functional group committee of the European Association of Neurosurgery.
• Treats Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, and complex movement disorders through brain stimulation.
• Performs stereotaxic surgeries and vagus nerve stimulation for epilepsy patients.
• Served as the chairman of the Turkish Neurosurgical Association’s functional surgery group.

Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu is a neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Florya in Istanbul. He has performed advanced brain and spine surgeries since 2003. Dr. Guclu treats both adult and pediatric patients for complex neurological conditions. He practices at a JCI-accredited university hospital with Center of Excellence status.

• Specializes in Gamma Knife radiosurgery for brain tumors and neurological disorders.
• Performs minimally invasive and endoscopic procedures for tumor removal and spine repair.
• Treats complex conditions including scoliosis, brain aneurysms, and spinal stenosis.
• Expert in pediatric neurosurgery for spina bifida and childhood brain tumors.

The doctor has four years of practical experience in dentistry, having graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at Marmara University. The doctor has advanced training in oral and maxillofacial surgery from the University of California, enhancing their expertise in complex dental procedures. Attending the 2nd Spring Dental Symposium in 2013 further underscores their commitment to continuous professional development.

Dr. Murat Aydin is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals. He specializes in joint replacement, complex trauma reconstruction, and spine surgery. Dr. Aydin uses robotic-assisted techniques for knee and hip replacements to improve patient mobility.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for high-precision joint restoration.
• Treats complex traumatic injuries, including pelvic fractures and musculoskeletal reconstruction.
• Skilled in minimally invasive endoscopic discectomy and kyphoplasty for spine conditions.
• Integrates regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee pain.

Dr. Ziya Ilgin is an ENT specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He focuses on rhinoplasty, septoplasty, and surgical treatments for sleep apnea. Dr. Ilgin graduated from the Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. He treats a wide range of complex ear, nose, and throat disorders.

• Uses the thermal welding method for tonsillectomy procedures.
• Specializes in closed technique nose aesthetic surgery.
• Performs functional endoscopic sinus surgery and eardrum repair.
• Works at an institution accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Vafi Fatihoglu is a dental surgery specialist at Mira Clinic. He focuses on oral and maxillofacial surgery and performs advanced procedures to restore oral function, comfort, and smile aesthetics.

Expertise: dental implant placement, guided implant surgery, sinus lifts, bone grafting for advanced implant cases, soft tissue management, digital treatment planning with 3D imaging, and complex oral and maxillofacial surgery.

He graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at Damascus University in 2010. He has more than 15 years of clinical experience. His dental diploma was registered and recognized by the Turkish Ministry of Health on 2 July 2025. This recognition allows him to practice in Turkey under national healthcare standards.

Dr. Nurullah Ermis is an orthopedic surgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery, hip arthroplasty, and orthopedic trauma. Dr. Ermis is a widely published researcher. His studies are indexed in PubMed and Scopus. He presented at the 37th ESRA Congress in Dublin. Dr. Ermis works at a facility equipped with robotic surgical systems.

• Performs total hip and knee replacements alongside arthroscopic procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Crowe IV dysplastic coxarthrosis and spinal deformities.
• Expert in surgical treatments for scoliosis and kyphosis in children and adults.
• Published studies on anesthesia techniques for better postoperative pain management in hip surgery.

Dr. Yasar Dag is an ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in cataract surgery, corneal diseases, and strabismus. Dr. Dag previously served as a specialist at Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association.

• Performs corneal transplants, keratoplasty, and ocular trauma surgery.
• Completed vitrectomy training at Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital.
• Published over 10 research papers on tear film analysis and surgical margins.
• Works at a JCI-accredited university hospital with robotic and bariatric excellence centers.