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Burcin Batman
Gastrointestinal surgeon
18 years of experience
4.5
146 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Burcin Batman

Gastrointestinal surgeon
18 years of experience

accreditations:

International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
  • Specializes in Obesity and Metabolic Surgery treatments.
  • Expertise in Colorectal, Endocrine, and Laparoscopic hernia surgeries.
  • International training in Turkey, with focus on advanced surgical techniques.
  • Performed over 1000 Obesity and Metabolic Surgery cases in six years.
  • Associate Professor title and experience in theoretical and practical teaching.
  • Holds certifications in Obesity and Metabolic Surgery field.
  • Member of Turkish Surgery and Obesity Surgery Societies, World Obesity Association.
  • Active in International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Endocrine Surgery Society.
  • Provides online consultations for patients requiring surgical assessments.
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4.5
146 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Hysterectomy (uterus removal) $2500 - $4500
Thyroidectomy $5750 - $6537
Stomach resection $2188 - $2735
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Gursel Saka
Orthopedic surgeon
28 years of experience
4.5
146 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Gursel Saka

Orthopedic surgeon
28 years of experience

Prof. Dr. Gürsel Saka is an orthopedic and traumatology specialist who completed medical education from Karadeniz Technical University and a specialty education from the University of Health Sciences, Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital. He has carried out successful surgeries in the fields of spine surgery, trauma surgery, arthroplasty, and pelvis-acetabulum surgery. He is currently serving patients in Hisar Hospital Intercontinental Orthopedics and Traumatology Department.

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4.5
146 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Hysterectomy (uterus removal) $2500 - $4500
Thyroidectomy $5750 - $6537
Stomach resection $2188 - $2735
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Tarik Akar
Gastrointestinal surgeon
21 years of experience
4.5
146 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Tarik Akar

Gastrointestinal surgeon
21 years of experience

Dr. Tarık Akar graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University in 2000 and was granted the title of “Internist” in 2004. He has published 19 international papers, 6 local papers, and 25 local and international congress presentations. His fields of medical interest include Achalasia, ESD, ERCP, Zenker’s Diverticulum, and Gastroparesis.

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4.5
146 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Hysterectomy (uterus removal) $2500 - $4500
Thyroidectomy $5750 - $6537
Stomach resection $2188 - $2735
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Abdulcabbar Kartal
Colorectal surgeon
18 years of experience
4.6
481 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center

Abdulcabbar Kartal

Colorectal surgeon
18 years of experience

accreditations:

European Society of Coloproctology
Turkish Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
  • Specialized in surgical procedures at Istanbul University, Turkey.
  • Experienced in various Turkish hospitals, including Anadolu Medical Center.
  • Expertise in diseases like colorectal cancer, gallbladder issues, and trauma.
  • Performed laparoscopic surgeries and advanced endoscopic interventions.
  • International training in Turkey, focusing on surgery advancements.
  • Holds Turkish Surgical Association Qualification Certificate.
  • Member of European Society of Coloproctology and Turkish Surgical Society.
  • Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for enhanced patient recovery.
  • Offers online consultations for surgical treatment assessments.
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Pekize Eker Balcioglu
General surgeon
23 years of experience
4.5
146 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Pekize Eker Balcioglu

General surgeon
23 years of experience

Pakize EKER BALCIOĞLU, M.D., graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University, and completed her residency training at the General Surgery Department, School of Medicine, Marmara University. She has authored articles in local and international journals and has fields of medical interest in breast pain, hemorrhoid treatments, anal fissure treatments, pilonidal sinus treatments, and lipomas. She has worked at Marmara University Hospital, Atlas Hospital, Maltepe Ersoy Hospital, and Sultanbeyli Ersoy Hospital.

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4.5
146 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Hysterectomy (uterus removal) $2500 - $4500
Thyroidectomy $5750 - $6537
Stomach resection $2188 - $2735
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Kivanc Derya Peker
Surgical oncologist
21 years of experience
4.5
146 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Kivanc Derya Peker

Surgical oncologist
21 years of experience

Assoc. Prof. Kıvanç Derya Peker has extensive experience in the medical field, specializing in Pancreatic Surgery, Gallbladder and Tracts Surgery, Liver Diseases Surgery, Stomach Diseases and Stomach Cancer Surgery, Obesity – Metabolic Surgery and Endoscopic Treatments, and Kidney Transplant. He has also done research into aging and stem cell treatments.

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4.5
146 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Hysterectomy (uterus removal) $2500 - $4500
Thyroidectomy $5750 - $6537
Stomach resection $2188 - $2735
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20 top ranked Surgery doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Volkan Turunc
Transplant surgeon
25 years of experience
4.6
303 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Şişli Hospital

Volkan Turunc

Transplant surgeon
25 years of experience

A doctor with an MD from Istanbul University, specializing in general surgery and kidney transplants. Experienced in military, private, and university hospitals and a member of various medical associations.

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4.6
303 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Inguinal hernia surgery $3500
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) $2500
Сholecystectomy $7500
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Tarik Zafer Nursal
General surgeon
26 years of experience
4.2
32 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Emsey Hospital

Tarik Zafer Nursal

General surgeon
26 years of experience

Dr. is a General Surgery Specialist with experience in hernia, obesity and breast health. They have a Turkish National Board Certificate and have attained a Two-Year Associate Degree in Health Institutions Management. They have also been a part of various professional associations.

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Naci Karacaoglan
Plastic surgeon
32 years of experience
4.5
462 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Mega University Hospital

Naci Karacaoglan

Plastic surgeon
32 years of experience
Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a highly experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over 30 years of experience. He specializes in a wide range of procedures such as hair transplants, liposuction, vaginoplasty, otoplasty, rhinoplasty, and facelift surgery. He has been recognized as one of the top plastic surgeons in Turkey and has received an award from the Ministry of Health of Turkey as a 'cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery expert'. He is also a member of several international societies including the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.Read more
4.5
462 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Lung cancer surgery $11500 - $14000
Rectal resection
Hysterectomy (uterus removal) $7000 - $8000
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Ali Cem Oktay
Eye surgery specialist
16 years of experience
4.4
6 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Private Çevre Hospital

Ali Cem Oktay

Eye surgery specialist
16 years of experience
Dr. Ali Cem Oktay is a skilled plastic surgeon with over a decade of experience, specializing in a wide array of procedures such as breast lift, rhinoplasty (nose job), breast reduction, and Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery, among others. He is an active member of the Turkish Medical Association and the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association. Dr. Oktay is also known for his contributions to plastic surgery research.Read more
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Baha Toygar
Eye surgery specialist
29 years of experience
4.3
22 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler

Baha Toygar

Eye surgery specialist
29 years of experience
Dr. Baha Toygar is an experienced Eye Diseases Specialist with over 25 years of service, and over 30,000 surgical cases. His expertise includes LASEK eye surgery, Cataract Surgery with Multifocal Lens Implant, ReLEx SMILE eye surgery, and more. He is a member of several prestigious ophthalmological societies and has served as a moderator for an ESCRS Satellite Symposium.Read more
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Mehmet Zeki Gunluoglu
Thoracic surgeon
33 years of experience
4.5
462 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Mega University Hospital

Mehmet Zeki Gunluoglu

Thoracic surgeon
33 years of experience
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4.5
462 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Lung cancer surgery $11500 - $14000
Rectal resection
Hysterectomy (uterus removal) $7000 - $8000
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Oguzhan Parlakkci
Urological surgeon
25 years of experience
4.3
41 reviews

Oguzhan Parlakkci

Urological surgeon
25 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Estophia Hospital
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Erkam Komurcu
Orthopedic surgeon
21 years of experience
4.3
41 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Estophia Hospital

Erkam Komurcu

Orthopedic surgeon
21 years of experience

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Assoc. Prof. Erkam KÖMÜRCÜ, M.D. is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology, with experience in teaching and administrative duties. He has a Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology –Training Council (TOTEK) – BOARD certificate from 2010 and a Title of Associate Professor from April 2015. Dr. Kömürcü has extensive experience in orthopedic and trauma, hand and upper extremity injuries, fractures and dislocations of lower limb, radiological evaluation in musculoskeletal tumors, interventional hip dysplasia, benign and malignant musculoskeletal tumors, vertebral fractures, low back pain and fractures in pelvis.

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Anil Kubaloglu
Eye surgery specialist
26 years of experience
4.3
22 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler

Anil Kubaloglu

Eye surgery specialist
26 years of experience
Dr. Anil Kubaloglu is a seasoned ophthalmologist with over 23 years of experience, having performed over 30,000 eye surgeries. He specializes in general eye examinations, cataract, keratoconus, cornea, laser, and presbyopia treatments. Dr. Kubaloglu is also an active contributor in the field with over 100 scientific publications.Read more
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Prof Dr Ozgur Kemik
General surgeon
28 years of experience
4.4
14 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hermes Clinics

Prof Dr Ozgur Kemik

General surgeon
28 years of experience
Dr. Prof Dr Ozgur Kemik is a senior oncologist specializing in cancer management using minimally invasive techniques. He is proficient in operations such as Removal of liver cancer, Liver transplant, and Gastric bypass among others. His expertise includes advanced laparoscopic surgery, lower gastrointestinal tract cancers, hepatobiliary cancers, cytoreductive surgery, and kidney transplantation. He is a member of several professional associations and has held significant leadership positions in his career.Read more
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Fevzi Akkan
Eye surgery specialist
23 years of experience
4.3
22 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler

Fevzi Akkan

Eye surgery specialist
23 years of experience
Dr. Fevzi Akkan is an eye diseases specialist with a notable background in medical education and practice. He excels in several treatment areas, including general eye examinations, cataract surgery, and the management of refractive errors and presbyopia. Dr. Akkan is known for his innovative work in managing and performing the first bionic eye surgery in Turkey, an achievement that earned him the TOD - Best Surgical Video Award in 2016.Read more
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Enis Ekincioglu
ENT doctor
12 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Dr. Enis Ekincioglu Rhinoplasty Clinic

Enis Ekincioglu

ENT doctor
12 years of experience
Dr. Enis Ekincioglu is a distinguished plastic surgeon and ENT specialist, specializing in cosmetic facial procedures and Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) and Head and Neck Surgery. He received the 2nd prize at the 40th National ENT Congress and has numerous publications in esteemed national and international journals.Read more
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Senay Yilmaz
Eye surgery specialist
20 years of experience
4.3
22 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler

Senay Yilmaz

Eye surgery specialist
20 years of experience
Dr. Senay Yilmaz is an Eye Diseases Specialist with a significant case experience of over 9,000 surgical cases. She is a member of the TOD (Turkish Society of Ophthalmology) and provides operations like Strabismus surgery. Dr. Yilmaz has made contributions to the scientific community with her presentations and research, and she has 3 publications and articles to her name.Read more
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Halil Alis
Colorectal surgeon
33 years of experience
4.7
39 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Halil Alis

Colorectal surgeon
33 years of experience

accreditations:

European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
Dr. Halil Alis is a highly experienced general and laparoscopic surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery, obesity, and metabolic management. He has over 18 years of experience, treating a wide range of conditions related to the gastrointestinal tract. He has expertise in performing operations such as liver resection, appendectomy, gastric bypass, and many others. Dr. Alis is also a member of numerous international and local medical associations.Read more
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