Лучшие в мире врачи

AREAS OF INTEREST 

Radial Angiography

Complex coronary interventions 

Intracoronary examinations (FFR, IVUS, OCT) 

Calcific lesion treatments (Rotablator, shockwave balloon ) 

Chronic total occlusion attempts 

Transcatheter Aortic valve implantations (TAVI) 

Aortic interventions 

Mitral valve attempts 

Peripheral arterial interventions 

ASD/PFO/VSD closure 

LAA closure 

Paravalvuler closure 

Carotid arterial interventions 

Septal ablation 

Pulmonary embolism interventions

Education 

Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine 

Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology 

Royal Brompton Hospital (London) 

Experience 

Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology 

Turkish Kidney Foundation Service Hospital 

Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology 

Royal Brompton Hospital

University of Health Sciences Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital (founding chief)

University of Health Sciences Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu city hospital (founding chief) 

LIV Hospital Ulus

Memberships 

Turkish Society of Cardiology 

European Society of Cardiolog

Prof. Dr. Yusuf Oguz Acar is a respected urology specialist. He is known for his work in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) surgery, urooncology, endoscopic surgery, and urinary tract stone surgery. He has worked in Germany and Switzerland, which shows his international experience and advanced clinical skills.

Dr. Acar has made important contributions to research. His work focuses on neoadjuvant therapy in prostate cancer and new surgical methods, such as using the stomach for bladder substitution in invasive bladder cancer. He has published many articles in top international journals, highlighting his influence in the field.

He is a member of the Turkish Urology Association, Endourology Society, European Association of Urology, and Swiss Urology Association. Dr. Acar regularly performs advanced procedures, including laparoscopic nephrectomy, TURP, and TUMT. He is committed to high standards of patient care and surgical results.

Dr. Levhi Akin is a gastrointestinal surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Akin treats complex conditions like Crohn’s disease and pancreatic trauma. He also treats colon cancer and chronic pancreatitis. His clinic holds JCI accreditation and a US surgical standard for colorectal surgery.

• Performs Whipple’s procedure, hemicolectomy, and laparoscopic gallbladder removal.
• Sits on the editorial boards for national trauma and colorectal surgery journals.
• Member of the European Society of Coloproctology and St Mark's Association.
• Consults for the World Journal of Surgery and Indian Journal of Surgery.

Dr. Ismet Aslan is a senior ENT surgeon at the JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in complex head and neck oncology, including larynx and thyroid cancers. He has published over 50 scientific works and received more than 40 international citations. Dr. Aslan treats rare conditions like tracheal cancer and salivary gland tumors.

• Member of the Turkey Laryngology Association and the ENT Head and Neck Surgery Association.
• Expertise includes surgical treatment for nasopharyngeal carcinoma and jaw cancer.
• Addresses functional issues such as hearing defects and vocal cord disorders.
• Works at a center recognized for excellence in robotic surgery and patient safety.

Dr. Serdar Kahraman is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in brain surgery and spinal endoscopy. Dr. Kahraman previously served as the Head of Neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center. He completed specialized training in neuro spinal endoscopy at the Free University of Berlin. Dr. Kahraman holds certifications in microsurgery and spinal procedures.

• Performs brain tumor removal and skull base tumor excision.
• Treats complex conditions like pituitary adenomas and spinal cord tumors.
• Former Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Yeni Yüzyıl University.
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies and Eurospine.

Dr. Koray Acarli is a Professor of General and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery. He has broad experience in treating both benign and malignant diseases of the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas. His expertise includes tumors, gallbladder cancer, cholangiocarcinoma, Klatskin tumors, and pancreatitis. He also treats biliary and pancreatic stones, as well as obstructive diseases, whether benign or malignant.

He earned his medical degree and completed his surgical training at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He then received advanced training at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York. Dr. Acarli has led several major centers, including serving as Head of the Liver Transplant Center at Istanbul University and Head of the Organ Transplant Center at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He is currently a Professor of General and HPB Surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus.

The doctor is an Internal Medicine Specialist with extensive experience in managing chronic conditions such as Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Obesity, Hyperlipidemia, and Thyroid Diseases. After graduating from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2009, the doctor completed specialization in Internal Diseases at Düzce University by 2016.

Professional experience includes roles at Tokat Niksar State Hospital, Düzce University, and Tokat Zile State Hospital, with the current position held at Emsey Hospital since 2019.

Medical Fields of Interest 

• Thoracoscopic and Robotic Minimally Invasive Surgery 

• Lung Cancers 

• Trachea Surgery 

• Lung Transplantation 

• Lung Biopsy • Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) 

• Diaphragmatic Surgery • Surgery of Pleural Diseases 

• Pediatric Thoracic Surgery

Education 

• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 

•Istanbul Galatasaray High School 

• Primary Education Ankara, Samsun, Izmir 

Medical Interests: 

• Brain, cerebellum, spine, and spinal cord tumor surgeries in adults and children 

• Pediatric Neurosurgery Surgeries (Hydrocephalus, Tethered Cord, Diastematomyelia, Encephalocele, Meningocele-Meningomyelocele, Dermal Sinus Tract Excision, Craniosynostosis) 

• Spine Surgery (Lumbar and Cervical Disc Herniation, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Stabilization for Spinal Fractures, Vertebroplasty-Kyphoplasty Surgeries, Kyphosis Surgery) 

• Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery for Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, and Dystonia 

• Vagal Nerve Stimulation Surgery (Epilepsy Surgery) • Spinal Cord Stimulation Surgery (Spinal Cord Pain Stimulator) 

• Surgeries for Trigeminal Neuralgia and Hemifacial Spasm 

• Baclofen Pump Implantation Surgery (for Severe Spasticity) 

• Surgeries for Aneurysms, AVMs, and Cavernomas 

Dr. Batur Gonenc Kanar is a leading cardiologist with training from top European centers. He studied at the Paris Institute of Cardiology, Hôpital Privé Jacques Cartier in France, and Royal Brampton & Harefield Hospital in the UK. He specializes in advanced electrophysiology. His expertise includes 3D-mapping-guided ablation for atrial fibrillation, catheter ablation, pacemaker implantation, ICD, and CRT therapy.

Dr. Kanar currently practices at Liv Hospital Vadi Istanbul. He brings international experience to Turkey and has performed over 1,000 electrophysiology and interventional procedures. He represents Türkiye at the European Heart Rhythm Association. He is also an active member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Cardiology Association. Dr. Kanar ensures his patients have access to the latest advances in cardiac care.