Our Doctors
Explore editorial physician profiles with department affiliation, experience, training, clinical interests, and publication highlights.
Marmara Health Center
Istanbul, Atasehir
A coordinated medical campus combining diagnostics, surgery, check-up programs, and international patient services.
Consultants, surgeons, and program leads
Cardiology
Prof. Dr. Serkan Demir
Head of Cardiology
Prof. Dr. Serkan Demir practices within the Cardiology team at Marmara Health Center and brings 19 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes interventional cardiology, coronary artery disease, and structural heart interventions. Focuses on improving long-term quality of life through early diagnosis and timely intervention for cardiovascular patients.
Cardiology
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ayse Sen
Interventional Cardiology Specialist
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ayse Sen practices within the Cardiology team at Marmara Health Center and brings 13 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes heart rhythm disorders, tavi program, and women's heart health. Provides detailed risk assessment for patients with valve disease and rhythm-related symptoms.
Orthopedics & Traumatology
Prof. Dr. Kemal Arpaci
Orthopedic Joint Reconstruction Specialist
Prof. Dr. Kemal Arpaci practices within the Orthopedics & Traumatology team at Marmara Health Center and brings 21 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes knee replacement, hip replacement, and revision arthroplasty. Concentrates on reconstruction and rehabilitation plans that restore confident movement.
Orthopedics & Traumatology
Dr. Melis Yildirim
Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy Specialist
Dr. Melis Yildirim practices within the Orthopedics & Traumatology team at Marmara Health Center and brings 11 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes shoulder and knee arthroscopy, sports injuries, and ligament and meniscus injuries. Designs safe return-to-sport pathways for amateur and professional athletes.
Oncology
Prof. Dr. Burak Erkan
Medical Oncology Specialist
Prof. Dr. Burak Erkan practices within the Oncology team at Marmara Health Center and brings 18 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes solid tumor therapy, immunotherapy, and supportive oncology care. Builds treatment plans that balance tumor board strategy with patient resilience and goals.
Oncology
Dr. Lena Kaya
Oncology & Second Opinion Coordinator
Dr. Lena Kaya practices within the Oncology team at Marmara Health Center and brings 10 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes breast cancer care, second opinion planning, and clinical pathway coordination. Accelerates case preparation and treatment starts, especially for international patients.
General Surgery
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Emir Ozcan
General Surgery Specialist
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Emir Ozcan practices within the General Surgery team at Marmara Health Center and brings 14 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, hernia surgery, and thyroid surgery. Focuses on efficient surgical pathways that reduce hospital stay and support smoother recovery.
Neurology
Prof. Dr. Selin Karaca
Neurology Specialist
Prof. Dr. Selin Karaca practices within the Neurology team at Marmara Health Center and brings 17 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes stroke management, epilepsy, and movement disorders. Balances urgent neurologic evaluation with sustainable, long-term disease management.
Urology
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hakan Kurt
Urology & Robotic Surgery Specialist
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hakan Kurt practices within the Urology team at Marmara Health Center and brings 16 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes prostate treatment, stone surgery, and robotic urology. Plans treatment around functional preservation and a faster return to daily life.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Prof. Dr. Dilara Ozdemir
Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialist
Prof. Dr. Dilara Ozdemir practices within the Obstetrics & Gynecology team at Marmara Health Center and brings 18 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes pregnancy care, laparoscopic gynecology, and fertility assessment. Combines preventive and procedural care across the different stages of women's health.
Ophthalmology
Dr. Can Aksu
Eye Surgery Specialist
Dr. Can Aksu practices within the Ophthalmology team at Marmara Health Center and brings 12 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes cataract surgery, laser vision correction, and glaucoma monitoring. Aims to combine clearer vision, safe surgery, and well-structured follow-up for each patient.
ENT
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ferhat Yuce
ENT Specialist
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ferhat Yuce practices within the ENT team at Marmara Health Center and brings 15 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes functional rhinoplasty, sinus surgery, and snoring and sleep surgery. Prioritizes functional surgery that improves breathing quality and daily comfort.
Bariatric Surgery
Prof. Dr. Zeynep Toprak
Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Specialist
Prof. Dr. Zeynep Toprak practices within the Bariatric Surgery team at Marmara Health Center and brings 17 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes sleeve gastrectomy, metabolic surgery, and long-term weight management. Evaluates surgical candidacy together with nutrition, psychology, and metabolic risk factors.
IVF
Dr. Marina Arslan
IVF & Reproductive Medicine Specialist
Dr. Marina Arslan practices within the IVF team at Marmara Health Center and brings 12 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes ivf, icsi, and embryo transfer planning. Plans the fertility journey across laboratory timing, scheduling, and emotional support needs.
Check-Up Programs
Dr. Elif Sari
Check-Up & Internal Medicine Specialist
Dr. Elif Sari practices within the Check-Up Programs team at Marmara Health Center and brings 9 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes risk screening, annual health assessment, and personalized check-up pathways. Shapes preventive programs according to risk profile without overloading patients with unnecessary testing.
Check-Up Programs
Dr. Ozan Kilic
Clinical Check-Up Coordinator
Dr. Ozan Kilic practices within the Check-Up Programs team at Marmara Health Center and brings 8 years of clinical experience. The core focus of the practice includes executive check-up, cardiac screening pathways, and international patient programs. Optimizes scheduling and reporting for same-day preventive programs.