Surgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 4

Prof. Alper Toker specializes in advanced thoracic surgery as Head of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Focused on robotic and complex thoracic procedures
• Former President of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Recognized with multiple awards for thoracic surgery research
• Trained at leading institutions including West Virginia University

9,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Yilmaz specializes in ophthalmology at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Graduated from Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine
• Specialized in Eye Diseases at the same university
• Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Authored 3 publications and articles
• Presented research on surgical treatment of third cranial nerve palsy

Prof. Halil Alis has performed 1,100+ laparoscopic procedures, specializing in minimally invasive techniques at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• 34 years of experience of experience in general and laparoscopic surgery
• Specializes in colorectal, bariatric, and hepatobiliary procedures
• Active member of SAGES and EAES – leading international surgical societies
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious School of Medicine

Dr. Hasan Fevzi Batirel specializes in thoracic surgery with extensive experience in complex chest procedures.

• Performs advanced thoracic surgeries at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
• Trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Served as Deputy Clinic Chief at Kartal Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital

Specializes in breast and thyroid surgery with training at MDA Cancer Center in Houston and Lille University Hospital in France.

• 33 years of experience of experience in general and breast surgery
• Trained in lymphatic mapping and sentinel node techniques
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital and other leading centers
• Expert in diagnosis and monitoring with sophisticated techniques

Specializes in ocular oncology – Dr. Tuncer is experienced in radioactive plate treatment for intraocular tumors at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with 24 years of experience of experience
• Executive Board Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology Oncology Unit
• Editorial Board Member of Turkish Journal of Ophthalmology
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and International Society of Ocular Oncology

Dr. Aylin Koc Akbay specializes in eye health, offering a range of treatments and surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Trained in ophthalmology at Marmara University
• Member of prestigious societies including AAO and ESCRS
• Expert in cataract treatments and general eye care

Prof. Mehmet Tahir Oruç specializes in complex abdominal surgeries with advanced laparoscopic training at top international centers like University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

• Over 37 years of experience of surgical experience with focus on oncology
• Trained in laparoscopic techniques in Scotland and Austria
• Former Chief of Clinic at major Turkish research hospitals
• Professor at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik founded Istanbul Faculty of Medicine's Pediatric Surgery Department and authored key textbooks in the field.

• Over 49 years of experience specializing in pediatric surgery and urology
• Trained at London's renowned Hospital for Sick Children
• Author of 'Newborn Surgery' and other pediatric surgery textbooks
• Active member of Turkish Pediatric Surgery Society
• Continues practice at Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Dogan Erdogan brings over 31 years of experience of cardiology expertise, including advanced training at Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab.

• Associate professor at Başkent University Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in comprehensive cardiac diagnostic and surgical procedures
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Istanbul University and Mayo Clinic
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Dr. Cakar combines academic expertise with clinical practice in pediatric surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specializes in pediatric abdominal and colorectal surgeries
• Member of Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Urology Associations
• University lecturer at Karabük University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in newborn resuscitation and pediatric intensive care

Specializes in chest diseases and thoracic surgery with leadership roles at top Turkish hospitals.

• Over 42 years of experience of experience in pulmonary medicine and thoracic surgery
• Former Chief Physician and Chief of Chest Diseases Clinic at Heybeliada Hospital
• Served as Dean at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Dr. Omer Uslukaya specializes in laparoscopic and reconstructive surgery at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, with 50+ scientific publications in the field.

• 24 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Trained in neck dissection at Ohio State University
• Expertise in laparoscopic splenectomy and breast surgery
• Author of numerous studies on pancreatitis and wound healing

Dr. Murat Kayabalı is a vascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He performed Turkey’s first in-situ femoro-popliteal bypass and first endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). Dr. Kayabalı has completed more than 2,500 vascular operations. He is a professor at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

• Passed the European Board of Vascular Surgery examination.
• Performed 400 carotid endarterectomies and 1,000+ lower-extremity reconstructions.
• Uses hybrid procedures combining open surgery with balloon and stent interventions.
• Former board member of the Turkish Vascular Surgery Association.

Performed 1,100+ pediatric surgeries – Dr. Alptekin specializes in minimally invasive techniques at Şişli Kolan International Hospital.

• 23 years of experience of experience in pediatric surgery
• Trained in robotic and laparoscopic interventions
• Completed residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
• Focuses on neonatal surgery and pediatric urology

Prof. Ercan Karakoc brings extensive expertise in abdominal and interventional radiology, with a focus on advanced imaging techniques at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Fellowship-trained at University Hospital of Cleveland, Case Western Reserve University
• Specializes in prostate fusion biopsies and uterine fibroid embolizations
• Multiple awards from European radiology societies for diagnostic excellence
• Authored 100+ peer-reviewed publications on radiology techniques
• Former head of radiology departments at multiple Turkish universities

Specialist in liver, bile duct, and pancreatic surgery – Dr. Emek focuses on minimally invasive techniques for complex cases.

• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Skilled in minimally invasive oncological surgery techniques
• Experienced in liver transplantation from living or deceased donors
• Special focus on liver, bile duct, and pancreatic surgeries