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Dr. Turker Erturk

Dr. Turker Erturk

Nephrologist ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

21 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

Turker Erturk is currently available for hospital consultations. Explore online consultation options or book an in-person visit.

Specialises in:

Chronic Kidney DiseaseKidney StonesKidney CancerKidney Injury or TraumaKidney Failure

About Dr. Turker Erturk

Conditions Treated by Dr Turker Erturk

We have listed here the conditions that are treated by Dr. Turker Erturk.

  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Kidney Stones
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Kidney Injury or Trauma
  • Kidney Failure
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Polycystic Kidneys
  • End-Stage Renal Disease
  • Symptomatic Hydronephrosis
  • Chronic Infection
  • Shrunken Kidney
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease

Extreme infections like hepatitis. tuberculosis and bone infections lead to the situation where you need to get your kidney transplanted. Even patients who are suffering from cancer or have had cancer recently might need to get a kidney transplant done. Are you suffering from liver disease or cardiovascular disease? Then it is a possibility that you could have to get a kidney transplant.

Signs and Symptoms treated by a Dr Turker Erturk

We bring to you the symptoms and signs which end up affecting the filtering ability of the kidneys to up to 90 percent which means the person has end stage kidney disease and is a good candidate for a kidney transplant.

  • Seizures or Coma (in severe cases)
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Decreased Urine Output (although occasionally urine output remains normal)
  • Confusion
  • Chest Pain or Pressure
  • Kidney Disease or Kidney Failure
  • Fluid Retention (causing swelling in your legs, ankles, or feet)
  • Weakness
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Irregular Heartbeat

The signs and symptoms which lead to end stage kidney disease necessitating a kidney transplant are outlined below. Long term diabetes can bring your kidneys to this situation that you end up getting a kidney transplant. Your kidneys could be damaged also due to prolonged history of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension).

Operating Hours of Dr Turker Erturk

The doctor's operating hours are from 10 am to 6 pm, Monday to Saturday, Sunday is an off day. It will take you a day or two to start recuperating, to get discharged and reach home will take up to a weeks' time.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Turker Erturk

We bring to you the names of the popular procedures performed by Dr. Turker Erturk.:

  • Kidney Transplant

Of the types of kidney transplants, the cadaveric renal transplant and living donor kidney transplant is so differentiated owing to the nature of the donor whether deceased or alive respectively. It makes sense for you to get your kidney or kidneys replaced with a healthy kidney before you would have to get on dialysis and such a procedure is called a preemptive kidney transplant. Your body should have adapted to the new kidney very well and this can be checked by getting timely checkups..

Qualification

  • 2011 Anadolu University Open Education Faculty
  • 2005 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty General Surgery
  • 1997 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty
  • 1989 Izmir Science High School

Work Experiences

  • 2012 - 2014 Istanbul Medipol University Homeland Clinic and Findikzade Hospital
  • 2006 - 2012 Special Capa Hospital
  • 2005 - 2006 Adilcevaz Oncology Hospital
  • 2000 - 2005 Istanbul Training and Research Hospital General Surgery Specialization
  • 1998 - 2000 Marmara University Public Health

Memberships (9)

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • European Society for Surgical Research
  • Turkish Surgical Association
  • National Association for Trauma and Emergency Surgery
  • National Society of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Breast Disease Research and Treatment Association
  • Turkish Obesity Association
  • Istanbul Surgery Association

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Procedures Performed

Kidney Transplant

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Turker Erturk is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Turker Erturk is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 21 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Kidney Transplant Surgeon

A kidney transplant surgeon helps you by replacing the diseased kidney or kidneys with a healthy one. When it comes to helping you through rehabilitation and recovery process, in addition to the actual procedure, Kidney Transplant Surgeon helps you through it all. Recommending the right tests and prescribing medicines is also done by them. While the procedure is being performed they are a part of the team which also includes Nephrologists, nurses and other technicians as well.

We have outlined below the tests that give a good picture of whether you need a kidney transplant.:

  • Urine Tests
  • HLA Testing
  • Removing a sample of Kidney Tissue for Testing
  • Imaging Tests
  • Urine Output Measurements
  • Blood Tests
  • Donor-Special Blood Tests

There can be a requirement for other tests basis your health conditions, these additional tests are listed her:

  1. Blood tests
  2. Chest X-ray
  3. chocardiogram
  4. Electrocardiogram
  5. Cardiac stress test
  6. Cancer screening
  7. Colonoscopy
  8. Gynecological examination
  9. Prostate exam
  10. Dental evaluation

The tests are important to be performed at the right time and at proper frequencies to ensure the accuracy of the process, acceptance of the kidney and its proper functioning. The heart tests such as the Echocardiogram, Electrocardiogram and the cardiac stress test are immensely important to know the heart strength.

Any symptoms that indicate a kidney failure are a good reason for you to a kidney transplant done. Many transplants are done on patients who are already on dialysis but can be opted by patients prior to being put on dialysis. It is not just the actual procedure but the surgeon assists you with how the body is faring with the new kidney. The doctor also consults with you in deciding whether a kidney transplant is the right way to go for you.

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