Top Doctors in Turkey
A directory of leading medical specialists in Turkey.
Dr. Mehmet Öz
Dr. Mehmet Öz is a world-renowned cardiovascular surgeon who has pioneered several minimally invasive heart surgery techniques. He completed his medical education at Harvard University and University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.
Dr. Öz has performed over 10,000 heart surgeries throughout his career and has contributed to medical literature with more than 400 original publications. He is particularly known for his work in heart valve repair and replacement, minimally invas...
Dr. Serdar Özkan
Dr. Serdar Özkan is a leading oncologist specializing in the treatment of breast cancer and hematological malignancies. He is the director of the Oncology Institute at Acıbadem Healthcare Group.
With extensive training from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, Dr. Özkan has introduced several innovative treatment protocols to Turkey. He is particularly known for his work in targeted therapy and immunotherapy approaches for ...
Dr. Gürkan Kubilay
Dr. Gürkan Kubilay is a pioneering neurosurgeon known for his expertise in complex brain and spinal surgeries. He serves as the head of neurosurgery at Liv Hospital in Istanbul.
Dr. Kubilay specializes in minimally invasive endoscopic brain surgery, deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease, and complex spine reconstructions. He has developed several surgical techniques that have been adopted internationally, particu...
Dr. Zeynep Yılmaz
Dr. Zeynep Yılmaz is a highly respected pediatrician known for her work in pediatric immunology and allergy. She leads the pediatric department at Ankara University School of Medicine.
Dr. Yılmaz has developed comprehensive diagnostic and treatment protocols for childhood autoimmune disorders and rare immunological conditions. Her research has significantly advanced understanding of pediatric immune system development and dysfun...
Dr. Emre Alphan
Dr. Emre Alphan is a leading orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports injuries and joint preservation. He serves as the head team physician for several national sports teams and professional football clubs.
Dr. Alphan has pioneered arthroscopic techniques for shoulder, knee, and hip injuries, developing procedures that have significantly improved recovery times for athletes. He is particularly known for his work on cartilage restoration and regenerat...
Dr. Aylin Çetiner
Dr. Aylin Çetiner is a renowned dermatologist specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology. She is the founder of the Dermatology Institute at Koç University Hospital.
Dr. Çetiner has expertise in complex skin conditions including autoimmune skin disorders, skin cancers, and genetic dermatological conditions. She has introduced several innovative treatment approaches for psoriasis and atopic dermatitis to Turkey.
Dr. Can Yılmaz
Dr. Can Yılmaz is a leading gastroenterologist known for his expertise in therapeutic endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease. He heads the gastroenterology department at Memorial Şişli Hospital.
Dr. Yılmaz has pioneered advanced endoscopic techniques including endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for early gastrointestinal cancers. He has performed over 15,000 complex endoscopic procedures througho...
Dr. Sema Yıldız
Dr. Sema Yıldız is a distinguished endocrinologist specializing in thyroid disorders and metabolic diseases. She is a professor of endocrinology at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Yıldız has made significant contributions to the understanding and treatment of thyroid cancer, developing risk stratification protocols that are now used nationwide. She has particular expertise in managing complex endocrine disorders during ...
Dr. Burak Koçak
Dr. Burak Koçak is a renowned plastic surgeon specializing in reconstructive microsurgery and aesthetic surgery. He is the director of plastic surgery at American Hospital Istanbul.
Dr. Koçak has expertise in complex reconstruction after cancer surgery, particularly breast reconstruction using advanced microsurgical techniques. He has performed over 2,000 DIEP flap breast reconstructions, making him one of the most experience...
Dr. Deniz Kaya
Dr. Deniz Kaya is an interventional cardiologist known for his expertise in complex coronary interventions and structural heart disease. He leads the cardiology department at Florence Nightingale Hospital.
Dr. Kaya has performed over 10,000 cardiac catheterizations and 5,000 coronary interventions throughout his career. He has particular expertise in chronic total occlusion (CTO) percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and has taught his techniques...
Dr. Elif Şahin
Dr. Elif Şahin is a distinguished neurologist specializing in movement disorders and neurodegenerative diseases. She is the director of the Neurology Institute at Istanbul University.
Dr. Şahin has extensive expertise in Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, and other movement disorders. She established Turkey's first deep brain stimulation program for movement disorders and has performed over 500 DBS procedures with excep...
Dr. Okan Demir
Dr. Okan Demir is a leading urologist specializing in robotic surgery and urological oncology. He serves as the head of urology at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital.
Dr. Demir has performed over 2,000 robotic prostatectomies with outcomes comparable to international standards. He has particular expertise in nerve-sparing techniques that preserve urinary continence and sexual function after prostate cancer surg...
Dr. Pınar Erkan
Dr. Pınar Erkan is a renowned ophthalmologist specializing in retinal diseases and vitreoretinal surgery. She leads the retina department at Dünyagöz Hospital Group.
Dr. Erkan has expertise in complex retinal detachments, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration. She has performed over 5,000 vitreoretinal surgeries and has introduced several advanced surgical techniques to Turkey.
Dr. Volkan Arslan
Dr. Volkan Arslan is a distinguished general surgeon specializing in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery. He is the chief of surgery at Ankara City Hospital.
Dr. Arslan has performed over 1,000 Whipple procedures for pancreatic cancer with outcomes among the best nationally. He has particular expertise in complex liver resections for primary and metastatic liver tumors.
Dr. Yeşim Aydın
Dr. Yeşim Aydın is a prominent psychiatrist specializing in mood disorders and women's mental health. She is the director of the Psychiatry Department at Bakırköy Research Hospital for Mental Health.
Dr. Aydın has developed comprehensive treatment programs for treatment-resistant depression and bipolar disorder. She established Turkey's first dedicated women's mental health program, addressing psychiatric issues specific to pregnancy, postpart...
Dr. Ali Rıza Öztürk
Dr. Ali Rıza Öztürk is a renowned ENT specialist with expertise in head and neck surgery. He leads the ENT department at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
Dr. Öztürk has particular expertise in skull base surgery and oncological procedures of the head and neck. He has performed over 1,000 complex skull base surgeries with excellent functional outcomes.
Dr. Burcu Yücel
Dr. Burcu Yücel is a leading rheumatologist specializing in autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. She is the head of rheumatology at Gazi University Hospital.
Dr. Yücel has expertise in complex connective tissue diseases including lupus, scleroderma, and vasculitis. She has developed treatment protocols that have significantly improved outcomes for patients with these challenging conditions.
Dr. Cemil Topuzlu
Dr. Cemil Topuzlu is a pioneering transplant surgeon specializing in liver and kidney transplantation. He is the director of the Organ Transplantation Center at İstanbul University.
Dr. Topuzlu has performed over 1,500 liver transplants and 2,000 kidney transplants throughout his career. He has particular expertise in living donor liver transplantation and has developed techniques that maximize donor safety while ensuring opt...
Dr. Derya Uluhan
Dr. Derya Uluhan is a distinguished pulmonologist specializing in interstitial lung diseases and pulmonary hypertension. She leads the pulmonary department at Hacettepe University Hospital.
Dr. Uluhan has developed comprehensive diagnostic and treatment protocols for rare lung diseases. She established Turkey's first dedicated pulmonary hypertension center, providing advanced therapies including targeted medications and lung transpla...
Dr. Eren Köse
Dr. Eren Köse is a renowned pediatric surgeon specializing in minimally invasive surgery and neonatal surgery. He is the chief of pediatric surgery at Dr. Sami Ulus Children's Hospital.
Dr. Köse has pioneered minimally invasive techniques for congenital anomalies in newborns and children. He has performed over 1,000 laparoscopic and thoracoscopic procedures for conditions including esophageal atresia, congenital diaphragmatic her...
Dr. Fatma Gül Yılmaz
Dr. Fatma Gül Yılmaz is a distinguished nephrologist specializing in glomerular diseases and kidney transplantation. She leads the nephrology department at Ege University Hospital.
Dr. Yılmaz has expertise in complex glomerulonephritis and autoimmune kidney diseases. She established Turkey's first dedicated glomerular disease clinic, which has become a referral center for difficult-to-diagnose kidney conditions.
Dr. Gökhan Erkan
Dr. Gökhan Erkan is a leading hematologist specializing in malignant blood disorders and stem cell transplantation. He is the director of the Bone Marrow Transplantation Center at Ankara University.
Dr. Erkan has performed over 1,000 stem cell transplants for various hematological malignancies. He has particular expertise in haploidentical transplantation, expanding transplant options for patients without fully matched donors.
Dr. Hakan Çetin
Dr. Hakan Çetin is a renowned infectious disease specialist with expertise in nosocomial infections and travel medicine. He leads the infectious diseases department at Marmara University Hospital.
Dr. Çetin has developed comprehensive infection control programs that have been implemented in hospitals nationwide. He has particular expertise in multidrug-resistant organisms and has established stewardship programs that have significantly redu...
Dr. İpek Altan
Dr. İpek Altan is a distinguished geriatrician specializing in comprehensive care for older adults. She is the director of the Geriatrics Center at Istanbul Medical Faculty.
Dr. Altan has developed comprehensive assessment protocols that address the complex medical, functional, and social needs of older adults. She established Turkey's first acute care for elders (ACE) unit, which has significantly improved outcomes f...
Dr. Kerem Özer
Dr. Kerem Özer is a leading emergency medicine physician specializing in trauma resuscitation and disaster medicine. He is the chief of emergency medicine at Uludağ University Hospital.
Dr. Özer has developed trauma systems that have significantly reduced mortality from severe injuries. He established Turkey's first simulation-based emergency medicine training center, which has trained thousands of healthcare professionals in adv...
Dr. Leyla Kara
Dr. Leyla Kara is a renowned physiatrist specializing in neurorehabilitation and pain management. She leads the rehabilitation department at Medical Park Hospitals Group.
Dr. Kara has developed comprehensive rehabilitation programs for stroke, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury patients. She established Turkey's first robotic rehabilitation center, implementing advanced technologies including exoskeleto...
Dr. Murat Demir
Dr. Murat Demir is a leading radiation oncologist specializing in precision radiotherapy. He is the director of radiation oncology at Memorial Ankara Hospital.
Dr. Demir has expertise in stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and proton therapy. He established Turkey's first MRI-guided radiotherapy program, allowing for real-time adaptation of treatment based on anatomical changes.
Dr. Nihal Özdemir
Dr. Nihal Özdemir is a distinguished allergist and immunologist specializing in difficult-to-treat allergic conditions and primary immunodeficiencies. She leads the allergy department at Gülhane Medical Academy.
Dr. Özdemir has developed comprehensive desensitization protocols for drug allergies and food allergies. She established Turkey's first dedicated drug allergy center, which has enabled patients with previous allergic reactions to receive essential...
Dr. Orhan Yılmaz
Dr. Orhan Yılmaz is a renowned nuclear medicine specialist specializing in theranostics and molecular imaging. He is the director of nuclear medicine at Hacettepe University Hospital.
Dr. Yılmaz has pioneered theranostic approaches in neuroendocrine tumors and prostate cancer. He established Turkey's first dedicated theranostics program, providing targeted radionuclide therapy for patients with advanced cancers.
Dr. Pınar Kaya
Dr. Pınar Kaya is a leading medical geneticist specializing in rare genetic disorders and cancer genetics. She is the director of the Genetics Institute at İstanbul University.
Dr. Kaya has established comprehensive diagnostic programs for rare genetic conditions, significantly reducing the diagnostic odyssey for patients and families. She implemented Turkey's first whole exome sequencing program, which has provided diag...