Surgeons abroad

Two years ago I broke my knee and ankle at the same time, and my knee was in very bad shape. Although my family suggested that I go to another doctor and another hospital, I was impressed with Dr. Kaya's attitude and approach and decided to trust him with the surgery. Today, I owe it to him that I can walk again. We stayed in touch even after the surgery: he was always ready to help, not only with the surgery, but also with any other medical issues. Many thanks to him for everything! I sincerely recommend him to everyone.

01/12/2024

Thank you, Dr. Kaya, for your care and professionalism! It was very valuable that you examined the cyst in detail with ultrasound and explained the situation to me in detail. Your calm approach and clear explanation of the treatment process really helped me relax and feel safe. You demonstrated how experienced and knowledgeable you are in your field. I would sincerely recommend you to anyone with orthopedic concerns.

23/11/2024

Dr. Kaya helps me solve my problem very quickly and efficiently every time. He treats me and lets me go with a ready solution. Even at times when I was very upset, he found a way to calm me down and offer me a way out of the situation. This is a very knowledgeable and kind doctor.

23/11/2024

After surgery for my son's broken leg, I never switched Dr. Kaya again. He has now become the family doctor. He also takes care of my son's Hallux Valgus treatment. We are incredibly fortunate to meet such a great doctor like Dr. Kaya in this day and age.

15/11/2024

I survived a car accident that left me with multiple compound fractures in my arm and leg. Dr. Kaya, after surgery, literally brought me back to life as if the accident never happened. He is an outstanding doctor who is not only a master of his craft, but also cares about motivating the patient and their loved ones.

13/11/2024

We met Dr. Kaya through a family doctor's recommendation when my son broke his arm. He provided us with care and was there for us throughout the entire process. My son and I have been very satisfied. We wish you continued success!

14/11/2023

I found Dr. Kaya through reviews when I was looking for a surgeon for my anterior cruciate ligament surgery. During the consultation, he instilled confidence in me and explained the entire process in detail. The surgery we had on September 30 was a success and his team was very caring both before and after the intervention. Dr. Kaya and his team explained everything I needed to do to recover. A huge thank you to them!

30/09/2023

Associate Professor Dr. Kaya Turan is an outstanding specialist who deserves respect. We met because of my anterior cruciate ligament problem. He was always attentive and I could contact him even outside the hospital. Therefore, I boldly recommend him to anyone with orthopedic or trauma problems. I thank him for his sincerity, efforts and help which made me recover quickly.

12/10/2023

We met Dr. Kaya when my wife broke her arm. His patient care, friendliness and professionalism make you forget about illnesses. My wife's arm is even stronger than it was. He also helped me with an ingrowing nail problem that I could not get rid of after previous surgeries. Thanks to Dr. Kaya, I am rid of this problem. May God bless him!

08/10/2023

Thank you for your care, attention and friendliness! You were always there for us during this difficult period, both during our treatment in the hospital and afterwards. Thanks to you our treatment ended in the best possible way. Thank you very much for everything!

05/10/2023

My wonderful doctor! He is both attentive and highly skilled. Without any hassle, he helps us find the right treatment and achieve results in the shortest possible time. A huge thank you for all his efforts! I recommend him to everyone from the bottom of my heart.

10/10/2023

To date, the doctor who performed circumcision on our son deserves the highest praise. We are very satisfied with his work. He is a friendly person with an excellent approach to children. I hope he will always be successful in his profession.

15/06/2023

Our newborn, who was born in another hospital, was transferred to this hospital for surgery. Thanks to our pediatric surgeon, Murat, the surgery was successful. The baby is now in the neonatal intensive care unit. The nurses in the unit are simply wonderful and very attentive. As the Demir family, we want to express our immense gratitude to all the staff who helped us. Thank you for being there.

21/07/2021

Three years ago, the doctor performed surgery to remove my daughter’s umbilical hernia. There have been no issues since. I believe he is a skilled and professional doctor.

09/04/2021

This is one of the best pediatric surgeons I know. Recently, we had an ultrasound, and growth was observed. I will contact you again once I get the urine culture results.

18/01/2011

At the moment when our hope had almost faded, Almighty Allah sent us this wonderful man — Professor Koray Acarli. I prayed: "God, will I ever be able to sit at the same table and eat together with my child?" Allah made him precisely the means by which these prayers were answered.

Dear doctor, we will never forget you throughout our entire lives. Now Poyraz and I are living our happiest days thanks to you. May Allah grant you a long life. Paradise has eight gates — may the Lord grant you the right to enter through any of them you wish.

You are a wonderful person. No matter how much we thank you and your team, it will never be enough. We love you.

14/08/2025

Doctor, you and your team are such wonderful people that it cannot be expressed in words. May the Almighty be pleased with you and your team.

You have given the joy of life to many families just like ours. With the deepest respect, I express my gratitude to you.

Greetings from Eskişehir.

29/09/2021

In October 2015 I was hospitalized at the Çapa Faculty of Medicine with a diagnosis of "liver cancer." After a year of anticancer treatment I was ready for transplantation, but at Çapa they kept delaying the operation because the risk of a fatal outcome was high. This continued until we found our Koray hodja. Koray hodja told me: "Since you are a complex case, no one will easily take on your transplant. We take the risk," — and gave me the green light. My donor was also ready, and as a result of a long (13.5-hour) operation, after which our hodja told my relatives, "This is the first time I have performed such a transplant," on November 22, 2016 I returned to life. I was discharged after 8 days in intensive care and 29 days in the ward. Follow-up continues. I am endlessly grateful to our hodja Koray bey and the entire transplantation department team.

28/02/2020

I underwent a liver transplant at Memorial Şişli Hospital on October 10, 2012. May Allah be pleased with you all. Now I am very healthy, my liver is in excellent condition. Later a problem arose with my spleen — it was also removed. Apparently this is how Allah wrote it in my fate — I stayed in the hospital longer than anyone. Everyone was discharged on day 7, and I exactly on day 40. I caused the nurses and orderlies many difficult moments — I ask everyone for forgiveness. Great thanks to everyone, to the entire organ transplantation team, above all to Professor Dr. Münci Kalayoğlu, Professor Dr. Koray Acarli, associate professor Dr. Turan Kanmaz who was constantly by our side, operator Dr. Yücel Yankol, operator Dr. Nesimi Mecit. To my doctors, to the blood bank staff who sent blood when I needed it, to the general intensive care staff who fulfilled all my requests, to the angels of the hospital — our nurses and orderlies who came running for our every need, to the cafeteria and café staff who never left me without food, and to the security guards who ensured our peace — thank you.

22/12/2012

In 2009 I was diagnosed and treated at many hospitals. The doctors at these hospitals said that I would not survive a transplant. The last time I lay in the hospital for 40 days, and my condition worsened even more. Then, after meeting Münci hodja and Koray hodja, I gained hope that I would recover. Based on the results of our hodjas’ examinations they said a transplant was possible, and on February 23, 2012 a transplant was performed from my twin. Now I have returned to health and am very happy. I am doing well, praise Allah. Enormous gratitude to the doctors who performed the operation — above all to the esteemed Professor Dr. Münci Kalayoğlu and the esteemed Professor Dr. Koray Acarli, the entire organ transplantation team, the coordinators Nilgün hanım and Altan bey, the nurses on the 7th floor of building B, and all the staff — for their attention and professional attitude toward their work.

23/03/2012

On October 1, 2007 you gave me life again. Dear Münci Kalayoğlu, Koray Acarli, Yücel Yankol, and all the Memorial staff who put in their effort — on March 14, 2012, on the occasion of World Medicine Day, I once again express my gratitude. You gave me life again. For exactly 4.5 years now I have been living without any problems. Thank you. May all happiness be yours.

14/03/2012

Thank you to Prof. Moshe Pappa for a detailed examination. Very pleasant and competent doctor. Thank you for raising my spirits after my long worries. Local doctors after tests, examinations, mammograms gave contradictory diagnoses. From mastopathy to cancer. In order to dispel doubts about the diagnosis (they put breast cancer 0A), I had to fly to Israel for a consultation. After the tests the preliminary diagnosis was not confirmed.

I know this doctor as a true professional and a person who loves his work. I thank him for his attentiveness and care for his patients.

23/03/2022

Dr. Moshe Pappa performed my mastectomy surgery 3 months ago. The doctor is a real specialist and an excellent surgeon. The stitches are neat, almost imperceptible. After that I underwent another course of hormone therapy. Assuta is a world-renowned clinic, famous all over the world. Yes, professionals work here, but for a person with an average income the treatment is very expensive. Fortunately, my relatives and parents helped me. In general, I believe that you can spend any money to restore your health. But if there are no finances or relatives willing to help, Assuta is expensive.

28/10/2022

I had a mastectomy with Dr. Moshe. He is amazing, he has magic hands. I've heard great things about him and he really is the best!

22/07/2022

Excellent surgical oncologist but personality controversial due to behavior and past incidents. As head of the surgical department at Sheba Tel ha-Shomer Hospital, he was involved in a number of cases in which he was found guilty by the disciplinary court for civil servants of fraud and breach of trust! Despite his high professionalism, I cannot help but condemn his behavior in the area of ethical values where he failed. Personally, I believe that high professionalism is not enough, basic personal values must be followed, in which he has seriously erred!

21/12/2022

Thank you so much for your professional and empathetic approach! I recommend with warmth.

28/10/2019

I think that every woman will say the same words about Prof. Moshe Pappa that I will say about him. He is a man who inspires confidence at first sight. He is responsive, incredibly kind and gives me hope that everything will be fine. In my case, at the consultation, there were two types of surgery - mastectomy or lumpectomy with reconstruction. I had to choose. I was somewhat taken aback by the professor's position - he insisted that the decision should be mine. Of course, the professor patiently explained to me the pros and cons of each surgery, answered all 100 of my questions, and I made the right decision. I underwent a lumpectomy with simultaneous reconstruction. Modern women choose organ-preserving surgeries. I feel great and Prof. M. Inbar, an oncologist, was amazed by the results of the surgery. The amazing thing is that Prof. Papa came to me in the pre-operative room, said many supportive words, shook me by the shoulders and wished me good luck. I felt confident. And I continue to feel that way because I was operated on by a luminary!

14/01/2018

Professor Levent Eralp performed a complex limb-sparing operation for a bone tumor on me. Thanks to his experience, my leg was saved and amputation was avoided. The doctor explained each stage of treatment in detail and always supported me during recovery.

11/03/2023

We turned to Professor Levent Eralp after several consultations at other clinics. He explained the surgical plan and possible reconstruction options in great detail. Thanks to his professionalism, the operation was successful, and recovery was better than we expected.

28/09/2022

A respected doctor whom we consulted about my son's lower back pain and my daughter's broken finger. You can immediately tell that he is an authority in his field.

31/01/2020

GRATITUDE. I am 57 years old and a businessman. In 1994, after a hip fracture, a 50-cm implant (Küntscher nail) was placed in me. In March 2017, a painful swelling appeared in my knee. For two months, doctors could not make a diagnosis: some spoke of a bone infection, others referred me to oncology. After a long search, I learned that the best specialist in bone infections and tumors was Professor Levent Eralp. When I came to the appointment, what struck me first was his humanity. The attention and sense of confidence he gave were incredible. He confirmed the diagnosis of "bone infection," precisely identified the foci, and performed a complex operation. After 23 years of living with the implant, he successfully removed it and cured the infection. Many thanks!

12/10/2018

Without a doubt the best doctor in his field. His manner of communication inspires trust and shows how professionally he masters his work.

08/07/2015

In November 2011, I came in with a diagnosis of deformity of both lower limbs (the right side was more severe). Professor Levent Eralp, together with Mehmet Kocaoglu, performed surgery using the L Crus technique and a fan method for the femur. My left leg was corrected. Both doctors are among the best in their field. I sincerely recommend them.

01/11/2011

Hello. Due to pain in my arm, I went to a doctor and it turned out there was a tumor in the bone and urgent surgery was needed. I was referred to Professor Levent. He reviewed all the examinations and confirmed that surgery was needed. Thanks to his attentive explanations and care, I decided to have the operation with him. I am very grateful.

18/10/2011

I am very pleased with the communication of my doctor Adnan Bey, with clear answers to my [questions].

This is my second operation with Dr. Adnan. Thank God for giving us this doctor.

In 2009, our mother was found to have a mass in her breast. The doctor helped to diagnose it as accurately as possible, successfully performed breast-conserving surgery, and competently organized the entire treatment process.
During regular follow-up examinations, he always showed patience, attention, and support. We have boundless trust in his professionalism and are very grateful to him.

03/11/2022

I met our dear Dr. Adnan Bey after coming from Bolu, and underwent gallbladder removal surgery at the American Hospital in Istanbul. This was back in 1995, when laparoscopic operations were just beginning to be performed.
Now I am 57 years old and have no health problems. Later, my daughter underwent a similar operation, after which we had complications and additional procedures were needed. I am still very grateful to our doctor for his help and support.

17/03/2015

The doctor performed thyroid surgery on my wife. Many people consider such operations simple, but in fact they can be quite complex and risky depending on the situation.
In our case, everything went well. We thank the doctor for his professionalism, patience, and attentive attitude. We can confidently recommend him to other patients.

28/01/2015

After thyroid nodules were found in my mother and a doubtful biopsy result, we started looking for a specialist to perform a total thyroidectomy. That's how we found this doctor.
After the operation at Medical Park, my mother had no complications that we were very afraid of — neither voice problems nor damage to the parathyroid glands. The very next day, she could speak and eat normally.
A very experienced specialist whom I can confidently recommend for thyroid surgery.

04/09/2014

I underwent treatment with Professor Altan Kir for a lung tumor. The doctor explained every stage of the operation in great detail and gave me confidence from the very first consultation. Thanks to his professionalism, the surgery was successful and recovery was easier than I expected.

14/03/2022

I am very grateful to Professor Altan Kir for his attentive attitude and high professionalism. He answered all our family's questions in detail and supported us at every stage of the treatment. You can feel the doctor's vast experience and calmness, which is very important for a patient.

27/09/2021

Beyond being a physician, I greatly value his humane attitude toward the patient and their loved ones. After my father was diagnosed with lung cancer, we developed an excellent rapport thanks to the doctor's empathy and clear explanations. He guided us through every step of the diagnostic and treatment process, always remained calm, and answered every question in detail. We sincerely thank Professor Altan Kir for his professional approach and support.

08/06/2016

The doctor performed a very successful lung operation on my wife. We had no complications. We were unable to thank him for a long time (because we had only just recovered from the shock). Having seen this site, I would like to express our deepest gratitude to him and his entire team. He is a true professional and a wonderful person. We sincerely wish him good health and continued success.

22/01/2015

Hello, doctor! Could you please tell me which hospital you work at and whether it is possible to contact you by phone? My father is having difficulty breathing, and I am awaiting your urgent reply.

01/10/2013

My 17-year-old son was operated on in March at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital in the ENT department by Professor Bora Basaran due to obstruction of the nasal turbinates and severe difficulty breathing. Laser tissue reduction was performed. After the successful operation, my son said: "Mom, I can even sense colors by their smell now" — for us this was incredibly important, since he had suffered for a long time. Dr. Bora Basaran had previously also treated my severe vertigo and my husband's sinusitis. He may be one of the most ethical, sincere, and professional doctors we have met in our lives. I fully entrust my family to him and sincerely recommend him to anyone in need of help. Huge gratitude to the doctor, nurse Beyza, and the entire team, as well as to the hospital for the high level of service.

27/04/2026

My 17-year-old son was operated on in March in the ENT department of Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital by Professor Dr. Bora Basaran due to obstruction of the nasal turbinates and pronounced breathing problems. Laser tissue reduction was performed. After the successful operation, my son told me: "Mom, I now smell even flowers," and this was very important to us after many years of suffering. Professor Bora Basaran had previously also treated my severe vertigo and my husband's sinusitis. This is perhaps one of the most ethical, sincere, and professional doctors we have met. We fully entrust ourselves and our family to him and sincerely recommend him to anyone in need. Huge thanks also to nurse Beyza and the entire team, as well as to Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital for the excellent medical service.

27/04/2026

We received inpatient treatment at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital: my son had ENT surgery, and my wife had hernia surgery. During both hospital stays, care and treatment were provided by nurse Beyza. She is very meticulous, hardworking, kind, and professional. The postoperative period went smoothly thanks to her attention. I also thank the entire nursing team of the 6th floor and the hospital management for the high level of service. Special thanks to Professor Dr. Bora Basaran for the ENT surgery and Associate Professor Dr. Cengiz Dibekoglu for the hernia surgery — for the excellent organization of treatment, attention, and professionalism. We recommend them to all patients.

27/04/2026

After staying in intensive care and being intubated, I was treated at 6 different hospitals in the Tekirdağ region, including state, private, and university hospitals, but there was no improvement. On the recommendation of relatives, I came to Florence Nightingale Hospital in Çağlayan. Here my treating physician, Professor Dr. Alper Toker from thoracic surgery, and his team, as well as Professor ENT doctor Bora Basaran, provided treatment and surgery with full involvement and a sincere attitude. I would also like to thank the department's nurses for their work. Thanks to each of them individually.

03/02/2026

Many thanks to my doctor Bora Basaran and his assistant Gülşah for the attention and care.

30/12/2025

The professionalism and experience of Professor Dr. Bora Basaran combined with the kindness of his assistant Gülşah make you feel in safe hands. When a person is ill, attention and good communication are especially important — here this is truly felt. I recommend him to everyone looking for an ENT specialist.

19/12/2025

In December, my 6-year-old child was examined by ENT doctor Bora Basaran regarding nasal tissues, after which I asked to receive the examination results by email. However, nothing has arrived yet. Why is this so difficult? Over the past two months we have already had several unpleasant situations at your hospital. Because of this, we are forced to turn to other clinics and change doctors.

24/09/2023

Simply a wonderful hospital with such a magnificent doctor as Professor Dr. Bora Basaran.

17/06/2022 17/06/2022

Cancer is treatable today, yet it still frightens everyone. The tone of the first person who tells you the diagnosis is the most important factor in how you perceive the disease. I was lucky — that person turned out to be Assoc. Prof. Dr. Enver Ozkurt. After the examination, his face showed thoroughness and, most importantly, confidence. He explained everything in detail, removed the threatening cell and is now taking measures to ensure it does not return. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Enver Ozkurt is fighting. I walk alongside him with trust. Grateful.

23/12/2024

When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I went through several hospitals and came to Çapa to Doctor Enver. He devoted a lot of time to me and explained everything very clearly and understandably. He spoke so confidently that I decided to undergo surgery and was cured of this disease. Doctor Enver, please never lose your smile and sincerity! Huge thanks for everything!

02/10/2023

I came in with severe pain in my right breast. The doctor examined me, explained that a 1.5 cm lesion would not progress to cancer, and gave detailed advice on nutrition. At the follow-up visit he examined me again and, in a soft voice, explained how to monitor the pain. A doctor who understands the patient's psychology. He even remembered the date of my ultrasound and sent self-monitoring exercises. A truly remarkable doctor.

17/03/2023

Our dear Doctor Enver successfully performed a laparoscopic cholecystectomy on my mother. Before the operation he explained all the stages in detail and created a feeling of confidence. Despite being a nurse myself, I worried as a relative — but the doctor was incredibly professional and reassured us with his sincere smile. Many thanks, it is good that you exist!

22/06/2023

An ultrasound revealed that my mother had stones and a large amount of sediment in her gallbladder. Surgery was performed under the supervision of Doctor Enver. Despite the abscess and stones, everything went successfully. His explanations before the operation and attention afterwards were very reassuring. A very experienced doctor who loves his work and his patients. Grateful.

22/06/2023

Dear Fatih Hocam, every time I remember him, I pray and smile — I have never met such a delicate doctor in the world. I was diagnosed with "papillary thyroid cancer," I consulted four different doctors, but inside there was panic and I cried all the time, because all members of my family were taken by cancer. Fatih Hocam calmed me down psychologically, explained the entire operation from beginning to end, and performed it. The operation was very successful — the next day I was able to go to work, there was no pain at all, and no scar from the operation remained. I thank Dr. Gokhan, who strongly recommended Fatih Hocam to me.

The doctor performed surgery on my wife for Graves' disease (related to thyroid hormones).

After that day, I clearly understood that what I had experienced was abnormal. I am now 36 years old, and still, when remembering, I pray for Fatih Bey in my prayers. I consider it my duty to return the gratitude that I could not express then. As a surgeon, he is a master of his craft; I believe no one can compare with him. I ask God that his deeds be successful, his words clear, and that he live a long life in good health.

Dr. Fatih Tunca operated on my sister for papillary thyroid cancer. I myself have worked in the healthcare system for many years and can say that he is a true professional. He listens very attentively to both the patient and relatives, explains the entire treatment process in detail, and answers all questions. He inspires great confidence and helps to cope with fear. We are very grateful to him.

18/01/2025

If you are facing thyroid surgery, you are probably worried about questions: will my voice change, will the parathyroid glands be affected, will there be a large scar, and will I be able to completely get rid of the disease. I went through this too. Fortunately, I met Professor Fatih Tunca. A very experienced and attentive doctor who explains everything in detail and gives the patient a sense of calm. He operated on me the day after the consultation, and none of my fears came true. Only 4 days have passed since the operation, and I feel great, and the scar already looks very neat. Many thanks to the doctor.

27/02/2023

My thyroid complaints became so severe that I was afraid to fall asleep at night. I was very lucky to meet Dr. Fatih Tunca. First, he explained in detail everything that worried me, and then quickly helped solve the problem. 4 days ago I had surgery: one nodule was 4 cm, others — 3 and 2 cm, in addition to many other nodules. Now my pain, palpitations, and other symptoms have completely disappeared. Despite the fact that only a few days have passed since the operation, I feel great. He is not only a brilliant specialist, but also a very humane doctor.

01/02/2023

When I was diagnosed with pheochromocytoma, I was in panic and didn't know what to do. That's when I met Dr. Fatih Tunca. He explained everything very thoroughly and calmly, thanks to which I felt much more confident. The operation was successful. The doctor always patiently answered my questions and was attentive to me both before and after the operation. I am very grateful to him for his support and professionalism.

19/12/2022

I am 24 years old, a vocal teacher, and the diagnosis of multinodular thyroid disease scared me very much. In Gaziantep, I went around many doctors and hospitals until I met Fatih Tunca. After that, the whole process became much calmer. He is a very delicate, understanding, and trust-inspiring doctor. It is now the fifth day after the operation, and the scar on my neck turned out to be much smaller than I expected. I worried most about my voice because of my profession, but I had no problems with vocal cords or calcium. Many thanks to the doctor.

21/08/2022

When I was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer, I was very frightened. I consulted four different doctors, constantly cried and worried, because I lost many relatives to cancer. Dr. Fatih Tunca was able to calm me down psychologically, explained the operation in detail, and successfully performed it. The very next day I had so much energy that I could go to work. There was almost no pain, and the scar is barely noticeable. He is a doctor you can fully trust.

05/08/2022

In 2021, I consulted a doctor due to severe hair loss, and I was advised to check the thyroid gland. Later I was diagnosed with Graves' disease. Over time, severe weakness, irritability, heat intolerance, hand tremors, and eye problems appeared. Several doctors recommended surgery, but were waiting for the right moment. In March 2022, I was referred to Fatih Tunca. Already at the first consultation, I felt how attentively he treats patients. He explained the treatment in detail and openly, after which I immediately decided to be operated on by him. On March 21, my thyroid was removed. After the operation, no complications arose, and my voice did not change at all. After 15 days, I returned to work and feel great. I am very grateful to the doctor and consider it great luck to meet such a specialist.

06/04/2022

16 years ago, Fatih Tunca performed gallbladder surgery on me. This person occupies a special place in my life. Then he was not only an excellent surgeon, but also supported me as a person. Even after so many years, I remember him with gratitude and pray for him. As a specialist, he is a true professional, and as a person — very kind and fair. I wish him health and many years of life.

24/11/2021