Specializations
RIRS (Laser Stone Breaking in the Kidney)
Open-Closed Prostate Surgeries
Urological Cancer Surgeries
Urinary Incontinence Treatment
Infertility Treatment
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.
Education
MD; Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (2001)
Residencies
Internal Medicine; Ministry of Health Ankara Diskapi Education and Research Hospital (2009)
Pathology; Gazi University Faculty of Medicine (2004)
Fellowships
Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Necmettin Erbakan University Faculty of Medicine (2013)
Experiences
Demiroglu Bilim University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital (2019- currently)
Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (2017-2019)
Bundang CHA Hospital, Seoul, Korea (2018)
Konya Education and Research Hospital, Department of Gastroenterology (2014-2017)
Certificates
Advanced Endoscopy Certificate, Bundang CHA Hospital, Seoul, Korea, 2018
Bariatric Endoscopy Certificate, Bariatric Endoscopy Global course, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2020
Awards
2019 Rising Star, 10th Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium
Memberships
Turkish Society of Internal Medicine
Turkish Society of Gastroenterology
ERCP Study Group at Turkish Society of Gastroenterology
European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Women in Endoscopy, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Experienced cardiac surgeonspecializing in varicoseveins, coronary bypasssurgery, heart valve diseases, aortic aneurysms, heart aneurysms, and TAVI procedures.
Dedicated to providing high-quality care and innovative surgical solutions to patients.
2022 : Professorship, Istanbul Arel University
2015 : Associate Professorship, Şişli Memorial Hospital
1997-2002: Residency in Cardiovascular Surgery,Florence Nightingale Hospital/ Kadir Has University 1989-1995 : Medical Degree, Hacettepe University Medical Faculty (English Program)
1982-1989 : TarsusAmerican College
Varicose Veins
Coronary Bypass Surgery Heart Valve Diseases Aortic Aneurysms
Heart Aneurysms
TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation) Work Experience:
Current: İstanbul FlorenceNightingale Hastanesi, Cardiovascular Surgery Department Previous: Şişli Memorial Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery Department
Professor Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Nephrology 2003-
Associate Professor: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Nephrology 1996-2003
Nephrology Specialist: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Nephrology 1992-1996
Internal Medicine Specialist: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine 1987-1992
Doctor of Medicine Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 1987-1992
October 1995 - February 1996:
I worked in clinical nephrology and transplantation at Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA.
December 2001 - May 2004:
I worked as an ISN fellow in diabetic nephropathy and podocyte biology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA.
Education and Specialization
Experience
I. Publications in International Journals
A. Experimental Studies
Doner F, Delibas N, Dogru H, Sari I, Yorgancigil B. Malondialdehyde Levels and Superoxide Dismutase Activity in Experimental Maxillary Sinusitis. Auris Nasus Larynx. 1999; 26(3): 287-91.
Döner F, Delibaş N, Dogru H, Yarıktaş M, Demirci M. The Role of Free Oxygen Radicals in Experimental Otitis Media. J Basis Clin Physiol Pharmacol. 2002; 13: 33-40.
Tuz M, Eroglu E, Dogru H, Delibas N, Tunc B, Uygur K. The Effect of Replacement Fluids and Normovolemic Hemodilution on the Survival of Dorsal Skin Flaps in Rats. Clin Otolaryngol. 2004; 29(1): 80-83.
Yarıktas M, Doner F, Ozguner F, Gokalp O, Dogru H, Delibas N. Nitric Oxide Level in the Nasal and Sinus Mucosa After Exposure to Electromagnetic Field. Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. 2004.
In his professional career, Dr. Sarıer began working as a urology specialist at Özel Antalya Yaşam Hospital from 2005 to 2008, and then served at Gümüşsuyu Asker Hospital between 2008 and 2009. Since 2009, he has been employed at Medical Park Antalya Hospital, where he received the title of associate professor in 2020. Additionally, he served as a faculty member in the Department of Urology at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine from 2016 to 2017, and has been continuing his academic career as a faculty member in the Department of Urology at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine since 2021.
Pediatrician, Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Specialist
Education
Yeditepe University School of Medicine
Professor of Pediatrics (Chair of the Department)
2004 - 2007
Dokuz Eylül University School of Medicine
Pediatric Gastroenterology Sub-specialty
1995 – 1998
Hacettepe University School of Medicine
Pediatrics Instructor
1985 - 1987
Professional Experience
Ataşehir Florence Nightingale Hospital
Pediatrician, Pediatric Gastroenterology
2017 – Present
Kadıköy Şifa Ataşehir Hospital
Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition
2013 – 2017
Dokuz Eylül University School of Medicine
Professor of Pediatrics
1994 – 2004
Publications
Cevik N, Buyukgebiz B. Interaction between human blood group (ABO) substances and enteropathogenic
bacterial agents. Turk J Pediatr. 1987. Link
Buyukgebiz B, Ozalp I, Oran O. Investigation of serum vitamin A levels of children who had a history of
recurrent diarrhoea. J Trop Pediatrics. 1990. Link
Languages
Turkish: Native
English: Advanced
| Medical Degree | Medicine | Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine | 2008-2014 |
| Doctorate | Urology | Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Faculty of Medicine | 2015-2020 |
5. Academic Appointments:
Appointed as Faculty Member: 28.03.2022
Associate Professorship: ---
Full Professorship: ---
6. Supervised Theses:
Master's Theses: None listed
Doctoral Theses: None listed
7. Publications:
7.1. Articles Published in International Peer-Reviewed Journals (SCI, SSCI, Arts & Humanities):
"Urodynamic Curve Patterns May Predict Female Bladder Outlet Obstruction and Detrusor Underactivity." Urology, 2022. (Co-authored)
"Are Elevated Mitochondrial DNA Fragments in Prostatic Inflammation a Potential Biomarker for Prostate Cancer?" Archivio Italiano di Urologia e Andrologia, 2023. (Co-authored)
7.2. Articles Published in Other International Peer-Reviewed Journals:
"A Case Report of Pediatric High-Flow Priapism: The Management of a Rare Condition." European Journal of Medical Case Reports, 2021.
"Unusual Presentation of Classical Kaposi Sarcoma: Penile Involvement in an HIV Seronegative Patient." European Journal of Medical Case Reports, 2023.
7.3. Papers Presented at International Scientific Meetings:
Multiple presentations at international urology congresses. (Details available upon request.)
7.4. International Book Chapters:
Aferin U. "Approach to Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer," in Current Perspective in Urooncology, Akademiyen Kitabevi, 2022. ISBN: 978-625-8259-52-0, p.147
7.5. Articles Published in National Peer-Reviewed Journals:
"Massive Inguinoscrotal Bladder Hernia and Bladder Tumor: A Very Rare Case." J Urol Surg, 2018.
"Testicular Torsion: Experience in a Tertiary Urology Referral Centre." Journal of Urological Surgery, 2021.
"Association Between Prostate Biopsy Results and Serum Vitamin D Levels." Bulletin of Urooncology, 2021.
"Surgical Treatment in Localized Prostate Cancer." Cancer Agenda Journal, 2022.
7.6. Papers Presented at National Scientific Meetings (with Proceedings):
Participated and presented in multiple national urological congresses on topics including penile plication, robotic nephrectomy, and pediatric urological conditions. (Full list available upon request.)
2005 – M.D., Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
2010 – Internal Medicine Specialization, Haseki Training and Research Hospital
2021 – Gastroenterology Subspecialty Training, Sakarya University Faculty of Medicine
Assistant Professor, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Assistant Professor, Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine
Assistant Professor, Istanbul Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Medicine
Head of Department, Giresun University Faculty of Medicine
Dr. Acar has authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles in the fields of internal medicine and gastroenterology. Her notable contributions include studies and case reports on:
Gastrointestinal bleeding management in anticoagulant users
Rare GI cases such as bezoars, aortoesophageal fistulas, and massive hemorrhagic ascites
Liver transplantation complications, including graft-versus-host disease
The role of (pro)hepcidin in IBD-related anemia
Endoscopic interventions for acute GI bleeding
Covid-19 treatment agents and their GI implications in Turkey
(Full publication list available upon request)
Gastrointestinal bleeding & endoscopic procedures
Hepatology & liver disease management
Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD)
Complex GI case diagnostics
Post-transplant GI complications
Diabetic GI and cardiovascular comorbidities
Dr. Yigit Changa is an Associate Professor of Cardiology. He received advanced training at Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital. He became a cardiology specialist in 2016 and completed his residency in 2010. Dr. Changa is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
He has worked at leading hospitals, including Ataşehir and Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospitals. Dr. Changa speaks English fluently. He has a solid academic and clinical background in cardiology.
Dr. Sefanur Dalarslan Karakaya is a physician who specializes in functional and holistic medicine. She focuses on medical nutrition, autoimmune diseases, lifestyle medicine, and preventive care. She also has experience with intestinal permeability, liver diseases, obesity treatment, longevity, and skin diseases.
She holds several certificates, including Family Medicine, Functional Medicine (5 modules, 2021-2024), Medical Nutrition Counselling, Homeopathy, and Phytotherapy. Dr. Karakaya has completed advanced training in holistic nutrition therapies and diabetes management using phytotherapy.
Dr. Karakaya has over 25 years of clinical experience. She has worked in family medicine, emergency medicine, and obesity medicine at various medical centers in Istanbul and Sivas.
Dr. Omer Burcak Binicier is a gastroenterology specialist with strong medical training. He earned his medical degree at Ege University. He completed his internal medicine and gastroenterology specialization at Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Binicier has over ten years of clinical experience. He has held key positions at SBÜ Tepecik Training and Research Hospital and İzmir Bayraklı City Hospital. He also gained international experience at Korea University.
Dr. Binicier diagnoses and treats a wide range of gastrointestinal diseases. His expertise includes early colon and stomach cancers, inflammatory bowel diseases, liver and pancreatic disorders, and digestive system cancers. He uses advanced endoscopic techniques such as EMR, ESD, ERCP, and endoscopic ultrasound. He is also skilled in minimally invasive obesity treatments. His clinical skills are built on years of hands-on work in top medical centers.