Best Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey

• Dr. Lale Bakir is a reputed Gynecologist with nearly 17 years of experience. • She is a respected member of many scientific associations such as the International Pelvic Pain Society, Turkish Society Of Gynecology & Obstetrics, Turkish Society of Stem Cell and Turkish Society of Pelvic Pain & Endometriosis. • She pursued her education in the field of Medicine from Istanbul University in 2004. • Furthermore, she completed her specialization in Gynecology and Obstetrics from the Health Sciences University, Zeynep Kamil Obstetrics and Gynecology RTH in 2010. • She is proficient in handling cases related to infertility, gynecologic endocrinology, pelvic pain, minimally invasive surgery, reproductive genetics, stem cell biology and gene/stem cell therapy. • Dr. Lale Bakir has contributed to her field through many national and international publications as well as oral & poster presentations at a global level.

• Prof. Dr. Dursun DUMAN is a well-experienced Cardiologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital, Istanbul. 
• He has nearly 26 years of experience in the field of Cardiology. 
• After completing his graduation from Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine in 1994, he went to Marmara University School of Medicine to achieve certification in Cardiology in 2001. 
• Prior to working with Medipol Mega University Hospital, he has worked with prestigious health institutions across Turkey. 
• He has several papers and publications to his credit. 

• Assoc. Prof. Hakan Seyit is a General Surgeon with over 15 years of experience.
• His expertise lies in performing Obesity surgery, Laparoscopic hernia surgery, Endoscopic interventional procedures, etc.
• He obtained his Bachelor's in Medicine from Mersin University Medicine Faculty in 1998.
• He did a Postgraduate/Proficiency in Art/Specialty in Medicine from General Surgery Mersin University Medicine Faculty 2005.
• He is a professional member of the Turkish Surgical Association, the Turkish Association of Colon and Rectum Surgery, the National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, the National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association, and the Turkish Bariatric Surgery Association, and an International Active Member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES).
• He also did certified courses on Turkish Surgical Association Endoscopy Applications (2012), Intestinal and Vascular Anastomosis Techniques (2013), Medical Surgical Endocrinology (2013), Practical Statistics in Scientific Studies (2014), Endoscopic Mucosa Resection - Submucosa Dissection and Endosonography Applications (2015), Basic Microsurgery Course (2016), Certificate of Da Vinci Robotic Surgery Technology Console Surgeon (2022).
• He holds several publications credited to his name.

• Dr. Elif Uruc is a reputed Gynaecologist and Obstetrician in Turkey.
• For the past 21 years, she has been treating patients with Urogynecological surgery, Hysteroscopy, and Laparoscopic surgery.
• She completed her undergraduate studies at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Turkey 2003.
• Her specialization was from SBU Zeynep Kamil Gynecology and Children's Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinic, Turkey in 2010.
• Dr. Uruc is an active member of the Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association, Istanbul Medical Chamber, and Turkish Medical Chamber.
• She has received a Certificate of Appreciation for Emergency Obstetric Care Clinician Training, a Basic Laparoscopy Skills Course, and a Neonatal Resuscitation Course.

• Dr. Ali ESER is a coveted Hematologist and Bone Marrow Transplant Specialist at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul. 
• He has more than 29 years of experience in his profession. 
• His area of expertise lies in Hematologic benign diseases such as Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Coagulation disorders and Hematologic malign diseases such as Leukemia, Lymphoma, Multiple myelomas. 

• Dr. Jovica Ugrinovsky is a renowned Neurosurgeon practicing successfully for more than 36 years.
• His area of specialization covers all kinds of neurosurgeries and he offers treatment for Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, Brain Tumour, Migraine, Sleep Disorders, Vascular Diseases, Nerve-Muscle disorders, and Neurosis, etc.
• ​The doctor is a member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS).

• Dr.Karaaltin is a well-known reconstructive surgeon from Turkey.
• Between 1990 and 2014, Dr. Karaaltın received his medical doctor degree from the English department of Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.
• Later, in the TUS exam for the specialization in medicine, he ranked 12th among 25,000 doctors. 
• He completed super specialization from Hacettepe University after 6 years of education in Ankara.
• Having completed all the exams and qualification requirements of the European Society of Plastic Surgery in 2012, Dr. Karaaltin has been accepted as a member of the European Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery Council (EBOPRAS).
• He worked as a faculty member at Dr.Karaaltın Bezmialem and Acıbadem University and trained many physicians by giving lectures in the field of medicine.
• In addition, by training many assistants in the field of plastic surgery, he has trained much talented plastic surgery, orthopedics, and hand surgery specialists for the medical science world.
• Dr. Karaaltın is a member of ISAPS (International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) and offers ISAPS insurance for cosmetic procedures performed all over the world  

• Dr. Mustafa Onoz is a Neurosurgeon of high acclaim practicing successfully for more than 21 years.
• He is proficient in performing Spine surgery, Brain Tumour Surgery, Skull Base Surgery, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Trauma Surgery, and Paediatric Neurosurgery, etc.
• He has attended several conferences, meetings, and vocational training and courses. 
• He is a member of prestigious associations such as the Turkish Medical Association and Istanbul Medical Chamber.
• He takes interest in research and has several scientific publications to his credit in National and International journals.
• He completed Medical Doctor Education from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine in 1997. Thereafter, he did Postgraduation in Neurosurgery from Istanbul Medeniyet University - Goztepe Education and Research Hospital in 2012.

• Dr. Ömer Faruk Ünal is an Otorhinolaryngologist with 30+ years of experience.
• His clinical interest includes children's otolaryngology, Head and neck cancer surgery.
• He has more than 100 articles, 47 of which are published in international refereed journals.
• Dr. Ömer is a member of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology, European Society of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, European Society of Rhinology and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
• He has worked as the President of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Association.
• He graduated from Hacettepe University, Ankara in 1991 and post-graduation from Hacettepe University, Ankara in 1996.

• Assoc. Prof. Osman Oram, M.D. is a renowned Ophthalmologist and has experience of more than 26 years.
• His clinical interest lies in Glaucoma, Cataract, and Refractive surgery.
• He is an active member of the Glaucoma Unit of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association,  American Academy of Ophthalmology, and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Dr. Osman has expertise over the treatment of Macular Degeneration, Myopia, Presbyopia, Retinal Detachment, Strabismus, and Uveitis.
• He has publications in several international & national journals.

• Prof. Dr. Alpay Merter Ozenci is a well-known and highly experienced Orthopedist at Medical Park Hospital, Antalya. 
• Prof. Dr. Alpay Merter Ozenci specializes in Knee arthroscopy, Ankle arthroscopy, Shoulder arthroscopy, Sports injuries, Meniscus tears, Anterior cruciate ligament injuries, Cartilage problems, Collateral ligament injuries, Shoulder instabilities, Arthroplasty.
• Prof. Dr. Alpay Merter Ozenci attended Ege University Medical School, Izmir from where he gained his interest in Orthopedic Surgery. 
• After completing his MD in 1990, Prof. Dr. Alpay Merter Ozenci received orthopedic surgery residency training in the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at the University Medical School in Antalya. 
• Prof. Dr. Alpay Merter Ozenci became an orthopedic surgeon in 1996 and worked as a sports medicine fellow at Ege University Department of Sports Medicine in Izmir. 
• Prof. Dr. Alpay Merter Ozenci completed his one-year fellowship at Yale University Sports Medicine Clinic, USA between 2001-2002.
• ​Prof. Dr. Alpay Merter Ozenci has written several articles on clinical studies of the knee and ankle, as well as laboratory research on cartilage and ACL, and has written international textbook chapters. 

• Prof. Levent Kaptanoglu is a well-known General Surgeon in Turkey.
• He has 27 years of clinical expertise in liver surgery, biliary tract diseases, pancreatic surgery, and oncological surgeries.
• He completed his MBBS from Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 1997.
• Afterward, as a University fellow, he went to Northwestern University Transplantation Center in 2002.
• Prof. Levent is an active member of Turkey’s General Surgeon’s Community, the American Society for Transplantation, the Association of Breast Surgery, and the Association of Trauma.