Dr. Elif Yildirim Afacan

About Dr. Elif Yildirim Afacan

Dr. Elif Yildırım Afacan has worked in a variety of medical environments during her career, all of which have helped in her growth and skill.
She began her career as a General Practitioner at the Kilis Public Health Directorate, where she improved her skills in primary care and developed a deep understanding of community health needs.
She pursued her medical study in addition to her career activities, graduating from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 2016.
She expanded her knowledge and proficiency in this specialized field by pursuing a Master's Degree in Dermatology from Gazi University in 2021, which complemented her medical background.
she is dedicated to delivering compassionate care and making a meaningful impact in the lives of her patients as she is currently working in Florence Nightingale Hospital in Turkey.

Conditions treated by Dr. Elif Yildırım Afacan

Acne
Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
Psoriasis
Urticaria
Fungal diseases
Allergic skin diseases
Sexually transmitted skin diseases such as syphilis
Hirsutism
Vitiligo

Area of Interest

Dermatology
Skin Health

Qualification

2016 - Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
2021 - Gazi University Dermatology Master’s Degree
Kilis Public Health Directorate (General Practitioner)
LMU München Klinik und Poliklinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie (Guest Physician)
Trabzon Of State Hospital

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MEMBERSHIPS (6)

European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV)
Turkish Dermatological Association (TDD)
Aesthetic and Cosmetic Dermatology Association (EKDD)
Psoriasis Association (National)
Diagnostic Dermatopathology Association
Ankara Skin and Venereal Diseases Association.

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (6)

Afacan Yıldırım E , Aladağ Öztürk P, Adışen E, Köktürk N. The relationship between erythema nodosum and prognosis in systemic sarcoidosis: a retrospective cohort study. A Bras Dermatol. 2022 Sep-Oct;97(5):606-611. doi: 10.1016/j.abd.2021.09.011.
Adışen E, Afacan E , Gürer MA. Not the pandemic but telemedicine will prevent dermatology patients from overloading the healthcare system. Dermatol Ther. 2020 Nov;33(6):e14302. doi: 10.1111/dth.14302.
Afacan E, Öğüt B, Üstün P, Şentürk E, Yazıcı O, Adışen E. Radiation recall dermatitis triggered by inactivated COVID-19 vaccine. Clin Exp Dermatol. 2021 Dec;46(8):1582-1584. doi: 10.1111/ced.14786.
Afacan E , Edek YC, İlter N, Gülekon A. Can Covid-19 vaccines cause or exacerbate bullous pemphigoid? A report of seven cases from one center. IntJ Dermatol. 2022 May;61(5):626-627. doi: 10.1111/ijd.16086.
Afacan E, Öğüt B, Erdem Ö, Adışen E. Herpes Zoster Associated with Cutaneous Small-vessel Vasculitis: A Rare Case Report with Review of Literature. Indian J Dermatol. 2022 Sep-Oct;67(5):626. doi: 10.4103/ijd.ijd_1001_21.
Atliya O, Afacan Yıldırım E, Akdaş E, Öğüt B, Erdem Ö, Adışen E, İlter N. Mycosis fungoides associated with Behçet’s disease: a case. Int J Dermatol. 2023 Jul 2. doi: 10.1111/ijd.16787.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Is Doctor Elif Yildirim Afacan doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

A. Dr. Elif Yildirim Afacan is available to teleconsultate on the MediGence platform.

Q: How long is the consultation?

A. The consultation can last up to 15 to 30 minutes. It may go beyond the estimated time which is dependent on the patient’s queries and the medical suggestions of the doctor.

Q: How soon can the consultation be organized?

A. We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organized within 24 to 48 hours or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

Q: Is follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

A. No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

Q: How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

A. The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.

Q: Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

A. Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, then you can go ahead with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.

Q: Is it possible to get the estimate for the procedure?

A. Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and the crucial information about traveling to your medical destination.

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