Médecins à Istanbul, Turquie — Page 30

Dr. Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in minimally invasive spine and brain surgery. He completed elite clinical fellowships in Germany and Israel. Dr. Akcakaya holds the European Board of Neurosurgery (EANS) certification.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and functional disorders.
• Expert in microneurosurgery for brain tumors, cysts, and nerve reconstruction.
• Winner of the Second Prize for Best Oral Presentation from the Nervous System Surgery Society.
• Serves on the scientific committee for international endoscopic spine surgery courses.

Le médecin a terminé ses études de médecine à la Faculté de médecine de l'Université de Marmara et s'est spécialisé en neurochirurgie. Une formation complémentaire comprenait une bourse de recherche en pathologie cérébrovasculaire à la Yale School of Medicine. Le médecin est membre de l'Association turque de neurochirurgie, de l'Association turque de la colonne vertébrale et d'AOSpine. Les récompenses incluent le premier prix d'encouragement pour jeune neurochirurgien de la Société turque de neurochirurgie en 2017. Le médecin a participé à l'organisation de plusieurs cours et congrès de neurochirurgie, contribuant en tant qu'instructeur et membre du comité.<\/p>

Dr. Ahmet Mutlu is an ENT specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He holds European Board certification in Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Mutlu also earned a Master’s degree in Audiology to treat speech and voice disorders. He completed specialized training at the Portmann Institute in France.

• Holds National ENT Board certification.
• Completed specialized schools in Otology-Neurotology and Laryngology.
• Expertise Includes microsurgery and phoniatrics.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology.

Dr. Digdem Begendi is an experienced ophthalmologist. She specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement, LASIK, and strabismus treatment. She is skilled in advanced procedures, including intraLase laser eye surgery, laser iridotomy, and femtosecond laser techniques.

Dr. Begendi has published several articles in national and international journals. Her work shows a strong commitment to research and clinical care. She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association. She completed her medical degree at Istanbul Bilim University and her specialization at Akdeniz University.

Dr. Halil Erdis is a general surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in hepatobiliary surgery and organ transplantation. He is an expert in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants. Dr. Erdis also performs laparoscopic and oncological surgeries for complex diseases.

• Served as an Assistant Professor at Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine.
• Completed a clinical fellowship at Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital.
• Certified in Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practices.
• Works at a clinic authorized by the Turkish government for health tourism.

Dr. Gul Eryilmaz is a psychiatrist and addiction specialist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She specializes in family and relationship therapies and neurosis treatment. Dr. Eryilmaz completed her medical education and specialty training at Gazi University. She has published research in both local and international medical journals.

• Treats complex conditions including schizophrenia and alcoholism.
• Completed training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and cognitive psychotherapy.
• Performs alcohol abuse examinations and diagnostic EEG recordings.
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, the second-ranked brain hospital in Europe.

Dr. Ceylan Ergul Arslan is an associate professor of psychiatry at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She specializes in addiction treatment and psychosis epidemiology. Dr. Arslan is currently conducting research at the Maastricht University School of Mental Health in the Netherlands. She works at NP Istanbul, which is Europe’s second-ranked brain hospital.

• Treats complex conditions including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and chronic depression.
• Focuses on alcoholism treatment and alcohol abuse examinations.
• Uses diagnostic tools such as EEG and brain MRI for personalized care.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for neuro-psychiatric expertise.

Dr. Mursit Dincer is a gastroenterological surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He is a PhD specialist in molecular oncology. Dr. Dincer served as the responsible physician for a major liver transplantation unit. He completed surgical training at Oxford and Leiden University transplant centers.

• Specializes in gastroenterological surgery and multiorgan procurement.
• Maintains memberships in the ERAS Society and the Turkish Surgical Society.
• Completed a subspecialty in gastroenterological surgery and liver transplant training.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, a facility equipped with robotic surgery systems.

Dr. Ozgur Kilickesmez is a specialist in interventional neuroradiology at Memorial Goztepe Hospital. He achieved the rank of Professor in 2020. Dr. Kilickesmez trained in interventional oncology at King’s College University in London. He leads international training programs for stent-based brain aneurysm treatments and non-surgical thyroid interventions.

• Specializes in new-generation embolization and minimally invasive tumor therapy.
• Maintains membership in the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
• Member of the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe (CIRSE).
• Works at Memorial Goztepe, a facility equipped with 512-slice CT and digital PET/CT.

Dr. Hediye Dag is an associate professor and obstetrician-gynecologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. She is the responsible physician at the IAÜ VM-Medical Park Florya IVF Center. Dr. Dag specializes in reproductive medicine and infertility treatments. She holds an official Assisted Reproductive Therapy Certification. Dr. Dag treats complex conditions like endometriosis and polycystic ovarian disease.

• Performs laparoscopic procedures for hysterectomies and ovarian cyst removal.
• Provides specialized care for sexual dysfunction and genital aesthetics.
• Practices at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Member of the Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association.

Dr. Halil Er is a general and transplant surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He is an associate professor with over 1,500 kidney transplant cases in his clinical background. Dr. Er specializes in both liver and kidney transplant surgery. He previously served as a clinical research fellow at the Florence Nightingale Clinic.

• Member of the Coordination Association of Organ Transplantation Organizations of Turkey.
• Published 10 articles in SCI-Expanded journals on transplant outcomes and mortality.
• Successfully performed maple syrup urine disease liver transplants.
• Treats patients at a facility holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Engin Cakar is a specialist in physical medicine, pain medicine, and neurology at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He chairs the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group. Dr. Cakar completed training at Harvard Medical School in brain stimulation techniques. He treats chronic pain and neurological conditions using electrodiagnostic neurology.

• Published over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Obtained specialized training in Electrodiagnostic Neurology from Marmara University.
• Member of the European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, which features AI-supported imaging and hybrid operating rooms.

Dr. Ozlem Cholak is the Head of Plastic Surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on microsurgery, breast reconstruction, and body reshaping. Dr. Cholak graduated among the top three students from Kocaeli University. She has led humanitarian surgical missions in Jordan and Uzbekistan.

• Invented a patented therapeutic apparatus for ingrown toenails.
• Won second prize at the AAEF Surgical Forum in Breast Symposium.
• Specializes in complex breast surgery and facial aesthetics.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital treating 300,000+ patients annually.

Spécialisations

• Rhinoplastie esthétique
• Applications faciales en chirurgie
• Esthétique mammaire
• Esthétique de modelage du corps
• Liposuccion
• Procédures de Botox, de comblement et de mésothérapie

Dr. Nihal Tastekin is a psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She specializes in addiction treatment and anxiety disorders. Her research focuses on computer-assisted cognitive improvement for opioid use disorder. She uses dynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to treat patients.

• Experienced in AMATEM clinic outpatient and inpatient addiction care.
• Treats complex mental health conditions, including paranoia and depression.
• Expert in cognitive remediation and mood disorder management.
• Works at Turkey’s first JCI-certified private neuropsychiatric hospital.

Dr. Halil Olgun Peker is a neurosurgeon with 19 years of experience. He specializes in scoliosis, spinal canal stenosis, neck hernia, neuro-oncology, and complex spine disorders. Dr. Peker has managed many difficult cases and has helped improve neurosurgical techniques and patient care.

He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. The Ministry of Health in Sirnak awarded him a Certificate of Achievement for his service. Dr. Peker often presents his work at international conferences, showing his dedication to neurosurgery.

Dr. Haluk Cokugras is a triple-specialized pediatrician at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He holds certifications in pediatrics, pediatric allergy, and pediatric infectious diseases. Dr. Cokugras is a member of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. He practiced at Istanbul University for over 40 years.

• Specializes in childhood allergies, asthma, and immunology.
• Treats complex pediatric infectious diseases and pulmonary conditions.
• Member of the Balkan Pediatric Society and the Turkish Pediatric Association.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, a modern facility with child-friendly care areas.