Página 97 - Tratamento em Istambul (Turquia)

Dr. Erdem Koçak is a gastroenterologist with international training. He is certified in advanced endoscopic and bariatric procedures from Johns Hopkins University (USA) and Hallym University (South Korea). Dr. Koçak is one of the few Turkish specialists with global accreditation in advanced endoscopic techniques.

He is known for minimally invasive treatments of early-stage gastrointestinal tumors. Dr. Koçak provides non-surgical options for esophageal, gastric, and colorectal cancers. He is also a pioneer in non-surgical obesity treatments, such as gastric balloon and stomach Botox procedures.

Dr. Koçak has published over 100 international scientific articles and contributed to three book chapters. He has presented at more than 100 medical congresses. He is recognized as a leading academic in his field. Dr. Koçak is trained in both internal medicine and gastroenterology. He works as a chief physician and specialist in major hospitals across Turkey.

He is a member of five respected medical associations, including the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and TSGE. This ensures he stays updated with the latest medical advances.

Medical Interests and Activities

 • Examining and diagnosing cranial, spinal, head-neck region diseases by imaging methods. • Examining vascular diseases of brain, neck and spine with angiography method. • Treatment of vascular diseases of brain, neck and spine by endovascular methods (closed surgery). • Treatment of cerebrovascular aneurysms (in patients with or without cerebral hemorrhage) • Treatment of cerebrovascular stenosis with stent method. • Treatment of cerebrovascular diseases like fistule and arteriovenous malformation with embolisation method. • Stent application in stenosis of neck veins (by using umbrella method). • Reducing the operation risk by blocking the veins which are feeding the tumor before open-surgeries in some tumor and head-neck area operations. • Embolisation treatment in birthmark-hemangioma and diseases like vascular malformations. • Endovascular treatment of vascular diseases at spinal cord and membrane • Dissolving the thrombus with urgent intervention in patients with stroke in order to provide the brain to overcome the situation with less damage as possible. • Endovascular treatment of vasospasm in patients with cerebral hemorrhage. • In uncontrolled epistaxis blocking the nasal vein by reaching it with angiography method.

Dr. Huseyin Bahadir Gokcen is a Spine Surgery Specialist with fellowship training from Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is skilled in advanced spinal techniques and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Gokcen also has broad orthopedic experience, including trauma, prosthetic surgery, and sports medicine. He provides comprehensive musculoskeletal care for a wide range of patients.

Dr. Gokcen has over 20 years of clinical experience. He graduated from Istanbul University in 1998. He has worked in military, state, and private hospitals across Turkey. This background shows his versatility and dedication to public service. As a former lecturer at Istanbul Bilim University, he has contributed to both academic and clinical training in orthopedics.

Dr. Jandan Chelik earned her medical degree from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 1999. She then completed her specialization training at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kurtul Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Chelik has broad experience in obstetrics and gynecology. She worked at Pendik Şifa Hospital, Nene Hatun Maternity Hospital, Tuzla Gisbir Hospital, and Gebze Medical Park Hospital from 2005 to 2015.

Dr. Chelik has helped many patients through consultations and procedures in women's health. She is known for her commitment to clinical excellence and evidence-based care in maternal and reproductive health.

Dr. Ziya Kurban Yurt is a specialist in Chest Diseases and Surgery. He has experience in Esophageal Surgery, Thoracic Sympathectomy, Primary Lung Surgeries and Biopsies. He also performs both Flexible and Rigid Bronchoscopy, as well as Diaphragm Surgery.

He completed his medical degree at Ataturk University from 1992 to 1998. He then specialized in Thoracic Surgery at the same university from 2003 to 2008. Dr. Yurt is known for his surgical skills and dedication to patient care. He focuses on improving outcomes for patients with complex chest and lung conditions.

Dr. Dogan Kose is a specialist in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology with over 20 years of experience. He is known for his work in childhood cancers, bone marrow transplants, leukemia, lymphoma, and the treatment of bleeding and vascular diseases in children.

Dr. Kose graduated from Dokuz Eylul University and completed further training at Selcuk University. He worked as an Associate Professor at Harran University. He now practices at Istanbul Private Emsey Hospital. Dr. Kose has helped diagnose and treat hundreds of children with cancer. He focuses on evidence-based and innovative therapies.

Dr. Ahmet Akar is a specialist in dermatology and venereal diseases. He has more than 25 years of clinical and academic experience. He has served as a professor at GATA and Health Sciences University Gulhane Medical Faculty.

Dr. Akar treats acne, psoriasis, fungal diseases, hair disorders, and sexually transmitted infections. He has trained many dermatologists and managed thousands of complex cases. He is known for his high standards in patient care and education.

Dr. Fatma Hulya Cengiz is an experienced radiologist. She received her medical degree from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1989. She completed her radiology training at Taksim First Aid Training and Research Hospital in 2002. Before specializing, she worked for almost ten years as a general practitioner in emergency care centers.

Dr. Cengiz has worked at Beykoz Private Emsey Medical Center from 2002 to 2009 and again from 2010 to 2013. She also served at the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Imaging Center between 2009 and 2010. She has a strong background in emergency medicine and radiological diagnostics. Her work has improved patient care in busy clinical environments.

Dr. Nurettin Kurt graduated from Erciyes University School of Medicine in 1999. He has many years of clinical experience. He worked at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital and Darıca Farabi Training and Research Hospital from 2010 to 2020.

Dr. Kurt is dedicated to patient care and clinical practice. He is known for his commitment to high medical standards and ongoing professional growth. His experience comes from working in leading healthcare institutions in Turkey.

Dr. Fulya Dortbas is a board-certified specialist in Internal Medicine (2008) and Rheumatology (2012). She completed both specializations at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Dortbas graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2002.

She has broad clinical experience in leading Turkish hospitals, including Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, Kastamonu Dr. Münif İslamoğlu State Hospital, Ankara Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Hospital, and Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Dortbas is known for her expertise in rheumatologic diseases and internal medicine. She is dedicated to providing advanced patient care in these areas.

Dr. Orhan Karaca is a board-certified psychiatrist with more than 20 years of experience in mental and neurological disorders. He graduated from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine in 2001. He completed his specialization at Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Disorders Training and Research Hospital, a leading psychiatry center in Turkey.

Dr. Karaca worked as a general practitioner and completed his compulsory service at Edremit State Hospital. Since 2012, he has been practicing at Private EMSEY Hospital. He provides expert psychiatric care with a focus on evidence-based treatments and patient-centered care.

Dr. Gulden Avci Cakmak is a specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery. She earned her medical degree from Hacettepe University Medical Faculty between 1989 and 1997. She completed her specialty training at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital from 1999 to 2005.

Dr. Cakmak has worked at Balıkesir State Hospital, Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University Faculty of Medicine, and Kadıköy Şifa Ataşehir Hospital. She is known for her successful surgeries and high patient satisfaction. She has also contributed to medical education and clinical practice in her field.

Dr. Sidika Altop is a cardiovascular surgeon with over 30 years of experience. She graduated from Anadolu University Faculty of Medicine in 1990. She completed her specialization in Cardiovascular Surgery at Bursa High Specialization Training and Research Hospital from 1994 to 1999.

Dr. Altop has worked at several leading hospitals in Turkey. These include FSM Education and Research Hospital (2002-2013), Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital (2013-2014), and Medeniyet University Göztepe Hospital (2014-2017). She has played an important role in cardiovascular surgery education and patient care. Dr. Altop is known for her skill and commitment to her patients.