Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şeref Başal was born in 1971 in Kırıkkale and completed
his primary and secondary education in Kırıkkale. In 1984, he entered
Maltepe Military High School and graduated in 1988. He continued his
medical education at GATA Military Medical Faculty between 1988-1994
and graduated in 1994.
Following his graduation, he completed his internship at GATA Training Hospital in 1994-1995. He
served as chief infirmary physician at Siirt Gendarmerie Regional Command in 1995-1996 and Batman
Gendarmerie Regional Command in 1996-1997. Between November 2010 and November 2011, he
worked as a clinical fellow in Uro-oncology and received urologic robotic surgery training at Colombia
University Cancer Center in New York, United States of America. In October 2011, he completed his
training at Hackensack University Medical Center daVinci Training Center in the United States and
received the “Console Surgeon” certificate in robotic surgery.
In 2013, he was appointed as Associate Professor at Istanbul GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
Urology Clinic and between September 2016 and October 2017, he continued this duty at SBU Sultan
Abdülhamit Han Training and Research Hospital Urology Clinic and worked as a docent faculty
member in SBU Urology Department. Between October 2017 and December 2018, he served as the
education officer at SBU Haseki Training and Research Hospital.
In July 2021, he retired as an Associate Professor at SBU Urology Department. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şeref
Başal, who has trained many experts and academicians in the field of urology, has many articles in
national and international journals in his field, has advanced surgical experience in his field, has
performed numerous surgeries related to his subject, has organized courses on this subject and has
participated in many courses as an instructor.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şeref Başal is fluent in English and thus able to communicate effectively in the
international medical environment.
Read moreAssoc. Prof. Dr. Şeref Başal was born in 1971 in Kırıkkale and completed
his primary and secondary education in Kırıkkale. In 1984, he entered
Maltepe Military High School and graduated in 1988. He continued his
medical education at GATA Military Medical Faculty between 1988-1994
and graduated in 1994.
Following his graduation, he completed his internship at GATA Training Hospital in 1994-1995. He
served as chief infirmary physician at Siirt Gendarmerie Regional Command in 1995-1996 and Batman
Gendarmerie Regional Command in 1996-1997. Between November 2010 and November 2011, he
worked as a clinical fellow in Uro-oncology and received urologic robotic surgery training at Colombia
University Cancer Center in New York, United States of America. In October 2011, he completed his
training at Hackensack University Medical Center daVinci Training Center in the United States and
received the “Console Surgeon” certificate in robotic surgery.
In 2013, he was appointed as Associate Professor at Istanbul GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
Urology Clinic and between September 2016 and October 2017, he continued this duty at SBU Sultan
Abdülhamit Han Training and Research Hospital Urology Clinic and worked as a docent faculty
member in SBU Urology Department. Between October 2017 and December 2018, he served as the
education officer at SBU Haseki Training and Research Hospital.
In July 2021, he retired as an Associate Professor at SBU Urology Department. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şeref
Başal, who has trained many experts and academicians in the field of urology, has many articles in
national and international journals in his field, has advanced surgical experience in his field, has
performed numerous surgeries related to his subject, has organized courses on this subject and has
participated in many courses as an instructor.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şeref Başal is fluent in English and thus able to communicate effectively in the
international medical environment.
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.
Read moreDr. 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.
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Varicocelectomy | $3725 |
| Thyroidectomy | $5750 - $6537 |
| Nephrectomy | $7000 - $11000 |
Assoc. Prof. Erkan Yıldırım, M.D. is a medical doctor who was born in 1968 and graduated from Eskişehir Anatolian High School in 1986 and Anadolu University School of Medicine in 1992. He worked at various medical institutions including Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center, Atatürk Pulmonology and Thoracic Surgery Center, and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He gained “Turkish Thoracic Surgery Proficiency Certification” in 2003.
Read moreAssoc. Prof. Erkan Yıldırım, M.D. is a medical doctor who was born in 1968 and graduated from Eskişehir Anatolian High School in 1986 and Anadolu University School of Medicine in 1992. He worked at various medical institutions including Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center, Atatürk Pulmonology and Thoracic Surgery Center, and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He gained “Turkish Thoracic Surgery Proficiency Certification” in 2003.
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Varicocelectomy | $3725 |
| Thyroidectomy | $5750 - $6537 |
| Nephrectomy | $7000 - $11000 |
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Flexible ureterorenoscopy (URS) | $5000 - $7500 |
| Peniflex | $8000 - $10000 |
| Transthoracic flexible URS with laparoscopic pyelolitotomy | $6000 - $8000 |
Prof. Dr. İbrahim Halil TANBOĞA is a cardiologist with extensive experience and knowledge in coronary artery disease, valve diseases, arrhythmias, pacemakers, peripheral artery disease, congenital structural heart diseases, and transesophageal echocardiography. He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Society of Cardiology, and European Society of Cardiology.
Read moreProf. Dr. İbrahim Halil TANBOĞA is a cardiologist with extensive experience and knowledge in coronary artery disease, valve diseases, arrhythmias, pacemakers, peripheral artery disease, congenital structural heart diseases, and transesophageal echocardiography. He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Society of Cardiology, and European Society of Cardiology.
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Varicocelectomy | $3725 |
| Thyroidectomy | $5750 - $6537 |
| Nephrectomy | $7000 - $11000 |
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Vasectomy | $2188 |
| Radiofrequency ablation | $5000 |
| Circumcision | $438 - $547 |
20 top ranked Premium Check up doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.
The ranking is composed according to the Bookimed patient reviews and considers the rating of hospitals where doctors practice.
Top 5 Premium Check up doctors on Bookimed.com:
The specialist’s CV contains details about the doctor’s expertise and work experience, education, scientific research, and languages spoken. Compare information on several specialists, read carefully about their experience, success rates, and methods they apply. Make sure the chosen doctor has relevant experience in the treatment of a medical issue you are looking for. Read reviews of patients who had a consultation with the chosen specialist.
Famous Premium Check up doctors have vast experience, continue education constantly, participate in professional associations and have positive feedback from patients treated.
The price for the consultation on Premium Check up varies between experts and depends on certain factors, such as:
To schedule your visit, just submit a request on Bookimed.com. Our coordinator will contact you to discuss the time and details of the appointment, so everything will go smoothly.
We can help to find the right doctors for Premium Check up if you have any difficulties with a choice. Bookimed services are free for patients ♥
Prof. Mustafa Sağlam, M.D. graduated from Marmara University School of Medicine in 1994 and has specialized in Endovascular Repair of the Aneurysm of Abdominal Aorta, Stress Test for imaging the Coronary Artery Diseases, Ambulatory Cardiac Monitoring, Holter Test, Balloon Valvuloplasty and Temporary Pacemaker. He is currently the Head of the Cardiology Department in Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.
Read moreProf. Mustafa Sağlam, M.D. graduated from Marmara University School of Medicine in 1994 and has specialized in Endovascular Repair of the Aneurysm of Abdominal Aorta, Stress Test for imaging the Coronary Artery Diseases, Ambulatory Cardiac Monitoring, Holter Test, Balloon Valvuloplasty and Temporary Pacemaker. He is currently the Head of the Cardiology Department in Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Varicocelectomy | $3725 |
| Thyroidectomy | $5750 - $6537 |
| Nephrectomy | $7000 - $11000 |
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Varicocelectomy | $3725 |
| Thyroidectomy | $5750 - $6537 |
| Nephrectomy | $7000 - $11000 |
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Vasectomy | $2188 |
| Radiofrequency ablation | $5000 |
| Circumcision | $438 - $547 |
Dr. Sertkaya graduated from Konya Meram Science High School in 2001 and entered Gazi University Medical Faculty the same year, graduating in 2008. He completed his urology specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014, becoming a urology specialist.
Since becoming a specialist, he has focused on the sub-branch of Andrology, attending various training sessions and conferences and performing surgeries with some of the world's leading Andrology professors. In 2017, he passed the written and oral proficiency exams conducted by the European Association of Urology, earning the title of "FEBU."
In 2020, Dr. Sertkaya achieved the rank of Associate Professor of Urology. His journey in Urology and Andrology, which began in 2008, continues at the Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center, which he founded in 2022. He sees patients in his own clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.
Read moreDr. Sertkaya graduated from Konya Meram Science High School in 2001 and entered Gazi University Medical Faculty the same year, graduating in 2008. He completed his urology specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014, becoming a urology specialist.
Since becoming a specialist, he has focused on the sub-branch of Andrology, attending various training sessions and conferences and performing surgeries with some of the world's leading Andrology professors. In 2017, he passed the written and oral proficiency exams conducted by the European Association of Urology, earning the title of "FEBU."
In 2020, Dr. Sertkaya achieved the rank of Associate Professor of Urology. His journey in Urology and Andrology, which began in 2008, continues at the Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center, which he founded in 2022. He sees patients in his own clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Penile curvature correction (surgical treatment for Peyronie's disease) | $6565 - $7659 |
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Robotic da Vinci prostatectomy | $14900 - $15000 |
| Diabetes mellitus treatment with | |
| Urethroscopic lithotripsy |
Accepting patients in the Urology medical unit of Florya Hospital, Prof. Dr. Semih Ayan completed his education at Sivas Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and received the title of Urology Specialist. In 1999, he became a Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatric Urology at Harvard University; He became Associate Professor of Urology in 2003 and Professor of Urology in 2009. In 2015, he completed his Minimal Invasive Urological Oncology (Clinical Fellow) studies at the University of Chicago and crowned his professional education and experience with international studies.
In the field of Urological Oncology, which is one of the physician's areas of interest, surgical treatment of prostate cancer, bladder cancer and kidney tumors provides a significant increase in the survival rate and the chance of surviving cancer. In the field of Pediatric Urology, which is another area of interest, congenital anomalies such as renal outflow stenosis, urinary reflux to the kidney and hypospadias are corrected by using innovative surgical applications and a lifelong contribution is provided to the patients.
Medical equipment required for medical diagnosis, treatment and surgical treatment to be given in the areas specified in our urology units, laparoscopic surgeries and all kinds of equipment suitable for the use of new surgical techniques are available in our hospital. With the treatment and operations performed in our hospitals by making use of the best facilities offered by medical technology, a significant increase in the quality of life is achieved while the patients are healed.
prof. Dr. Semih Ayan received almost all of his medical education and certificates from the leading institutions of America and Europe, and gained deep knowledge and international experience in many advanced specialties of urology. prof. Dr. Among the trainings and certificates Ayan has received internationally;
American Medical License (USML)
Pediatric Urology Fellow (1999-2000/Boston, USA)
Urological Oncology Fellow (2014-2015/USA).
Read moreAccepting patients in the Urology medical unit of Florya Hospital, Prof. Dr. Semih Ayan completed his education at Sivas Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and received the title of Urology Specialist. In 1999, he became a Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatric Urology at Harvard University; He became Associate Professor of Urology in 2003 and Professor of Urology in 2009. In 2015, he completed his Minimal Invasive Urological Oncology (Clinical Fellow) studies at the University of Chicago and crowned his professional education and experience with international studies.
In the field of Urological Oncology, which is one of the physician's areas of interest, surgical treatment of prostate cancer, bladder cancer and kidney tumors provides a significant increase in the survival rate and the chance of surviving cancer. In the field of Pediatric Urology, which is another area of interest, congenital anomalies such as renal outflow stenosis, urinary reflux to the kidney and hypospadias are corrected by using innovative surgical applications and a lifelong contribution is provided to the patients.
Medical equipment required for medical diagnosis, treatment and surgical treatment to be given in the areas specified in our urology units, laparoscopic surgeries and all kinds of equipment suitable for the use of new surgical techniques are available in our hospital. With the treatment and operations performed in our hospitals by making use of the best facilities offered by medical technology, a significant increase in the quality of life is achieved while the patients are healed.
prof. Dr. Semih Ayan received almost all of his medical education and certificates from the leading institutions of America and Europe, and gained deep knowledge and international experience in many advanced specialties of urology. prof. Dr. Among the trainings and certificates Ayan has received internationally;
American Medical License (USML)
Pediatric Urology Fellow (1999-2000/Boston, USA)
Urological Oncology Fellow (2014-2015/USA).
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Flexible ureterorenoscopy (URS) | $5000 - $7500 |
| Peniflex | $8000 - $10000 |
| Transthoracic flexible URS with laparoscopic pyelolitotomy | $6000 - $8000 |
ACADEMIC CAREER SUMMARY
Degree: Bachelor's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001
Degree: Master's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001
Specialization/Doctorate: Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2012
Associate Professorship: Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2018
Foreign Language: English, 67.5, 2007
H-index (WoS/Google): 8/10
Impact Factor: 8.1577
Key Research Work:
“Does apocynin increase liver regeneration in the partial hepatectomy model?” Yılmaz Bilgiç, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Onural ÖZHAN, Azibe YILDIZ, Zeynep AKSUNGUR, Mehmet Erman ERDEMLİ, Nigar VARDI, Yusuf TÜRKÖZ, Sami AKBULUT, Adem KÖSE, Hakan PARLAKPINAR. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023 (53), 1-12 Q3.
Declared Project Title, Year:
K.3.6. “Investigation of the Effects of Vinpocetine in Sepsis Created by Cecal Ligation and Puncture in Rats” (Principal Investigator), 2023
International Experience:
Advanced Endoscopy Training, Anam Hospital, South Korea (3 months, 2016)
Advanced ERCP Course, Olympus Training Center, Hamburg (2017)
ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS
ACADEMIC CAREER SUMMARY
Degree: Bachelor's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001
Degree: Master's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001
Specialization/Doctorate: Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2012
Associate Professorship: Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2018
Foreign Language: English, 67.5, 2007
H-index (WoS/Google): 8/10
Impact Factor: 8.1577
Key Research Work:
“Does apocynin increase liver regeneration in the partial hepatectomy model?” Yılmaz Bilgiç, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Onural ÖZHAN, Azibe YILDIZ, Zeynep AKSUNGUR, Mehmet Erman ERDEMLİ, Nigar VARDI, Yusuf TÜRKÖZ, Sami AKBULUT, Adem KÖSE, Hakan PARLAKPINAR. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023 (53), 1-12 Q3.
Declared Project Title, Year:
K.3.6. “Investigation of the Effects of Vinpocetine in Sepsis Created by Cecal Ligation and Puncture in Rats” (Principal Investigator), 2023
International Experience:
Advanced Endoscopy Training, Anam Hospital, South Korea (3 months, 2016)
Advanced ERCP Course, Olympus Training Center, Hamburg (2017)
ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS
Education:
Specialized Education and Experience:
Academic Career:
Education:
Specialized Education and Experience:
Academic Career:
Dr. Bilal Ergul, MD, is a pioneering force in the field of gastroenterology.
His innovative treatment protocols have transformed the lives of many patients, including a remarkable case where he successfully treated a patient with a Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) surgery.
Dr. Bilal Ergul, often says, ‘Healing is more than treating a condition; it’s about restoring hope and improving lives.’ This philosophy is evident in every aspect of his work, making his and his team truly inspirational figure in the medical community."
He has authored around 100 publications in different academic topics
Dr. Bilal Ergul, MD, is a pioneering force in the field of gastroenterology.
His innovative treatment protocols have transformed the lives of many patients, including a remarkable case where he successfully treated a patient with a Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) surgery.
Dr. Bilal Ergul, often says, ‘Healing is more than treating a condition; it’s about restoring hope and improving lives.’ This philosophy is evident in every aspect of his work, making his and his team truly inspirational figure in the medical community."
He has authored around 100 publications in different academic topics
Specialties
Kidney and urinary tract endoscopic stone crushing treatment
Endoscopic Prostate and Bladder Surgery (TUR Method)
Diagnosis and surgery of testicular diseases
Diagnosis and treatment of in in men (Varicocele surgeries)
Diagnosis and treatment of sexual dysfunctions
Treatment of urinary incontinence in women
Treatment of nocturnal incontinence in children
Treatment of undescended testicle in children
Circumcision
Experience
1995-1999 Bilecik State Hospital Urology Clinic
1999-2002 Kocaeli Gölcük State Hospital Urology Clinic
2002-2006 Sakarya Karasu State Hospital Urology Clinic and Chief Physician
2006-2012 Kocaeli State Hospital Urology Clinic and Chief Physician
2012-2015 Kocaeli State Hospital Urology Clinic
2015-2018 Kocaeli Public Hospitals Secretary General
2018-2021 Kocaeli Provincial Health Director
2021-2023 Kocaeli Darıca Farabi Training and Research Hospital Urology Clinic
2023- 2024 Kocaeli Gölcük Necati Çelik State Hospital Urology Clinic
2024 Private Darıca Büyük Anadolu Hospital
Education
Uludag University Faculty of Medicine (graduation) 1988
Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine (specialization) 1994
1982-1988 Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine
1990 -1994 Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology (Specialization)
Scientific Publications
Acar A., Sert I. Ü., Gürbüz R., Ergüney Ş: Submucosal methotrexate applications in inoperable bladder tumors. S.Ü.T.F. Journal. 1993; 9(1):39-41
Acar A., Sert İ.Ü., Gürbüz R., Arslan E.M., Ergüney Ş. , : Bladder wall and prostate
Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Read moreSpecialties
Kidney and urinary tract endoscopic stone crushing treatment
Endoscopic Prostate and Bladder Surgery (TUR Method)
Diagnosis and surgery of testicular diseases
Diagnosis and treatment of in in men (Varicocele surgeries)
Diagnosis and treatment of sexual dysfunctions
Treatment of urinary incontinence in women
Treatment of nocturnal incontinence in children
Treatment of undescended testicle in children
Circumcision
Experience
1995-1999 Bilecik State Hospital Urology Clinic
1999-2002 Kocaeli Gölcük State Hospital Urology Clinic
2002-2006 Sakarya Karasu State Hospital Urology Clinic and Chief Physician
2006-2012 Kocaeli State Hospital Urology Clinic and Chief Physician
2012-2015 Kocaeli State Hospital Urology Clinic
2015-2018 Kocaeli Public Hospitals Secretary General
2018-2021 Kocaeli Provincial Health Director
2021-2023 Kocaeli Darıca Farabi Training and Research Hospital Urology Clinic
2023- 2024 Kocaeli Gölcük Necati Çelik State Hospital Urology Clinic
2024 Private Darıca Büyük Anadolu Hospital
Education
Uludag University Faculty of Medicine (graduation) 1988
Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine (specialization) 1994
1982-1988 Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine
1990 -1994 Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology (Specialization)
Scientific Publications
Acar A., Sert I. Ü., Gürbüz R., Ergüney Ş: Submucosal methotrexate applications in inoperable bladder tumors. S.Ü.T.F. Journal. 1993; 9(1):39-41
Acar A., Sert İ.Ü., Gürbüz R., Arslan E.M., Ergüney Ş. , : Bladder wall and prostate
Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
| Doctor's visit | price on request |
| Embolization of varicocele | $2290 |