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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr Yalcin Erdogan

Let us have a look at the number of conditions treated by Dr. Yalcin Erdogan.

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

People who are having some serious infections, that includes tuberculosis, hepatitis and bone infections are those that could be a good candidate for a kidney transplant. Kidney transplant could be a requirement for patients who have recently recovered from cancer or who are suffering from cancer now. Other conditions because of which a kidney transplant could become necessary are excessive cardiovascular or liver disease.

Signs and Symptoms treated by a Dr Yalcin Erdogan

The signs and symptoms which lead to end stage kidney disease necessitating a kidney transplant are outlined below.

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

Please consult your Kidney Transplant Surgeon whether you need to get a transplant done if your kidneys have failed i.e., you have end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Patients who have been diabetic for a pretty long time might end up having this disease. High blood pressure or Hypertension is another of the leading causes of kidney disease which could necessitate a kidney transplant.

Operating Hours of Dr Yalcin Erdogan

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 Yalcin Erdogan

The list of procedures performed by Dr. Yalcin Erdogan are mentioned here for your convenience.:

  • Kidney Transplant

The donors whose kidney is transplanted in the place of the diseased kidney could be a living or deceased donor. 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

  • Istanbul Hydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Ankara University Medical Faculty

Past Experiences

  • Yeditepe University Medical Faculty
  • Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine
  • Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Bozok University Medical Faculty
  • Mesrutiyet Family Health Center
  • Zonguldak Ataturk Publik Hospital
  • Istanbul Catalca Ilyas Cokay State Hospital
  • Istanbul Hydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
  • Bartin Amasra Center NR 1 Health Center
  • Mus Center NR 2 Health Center
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
  • Written Second Opinion report delivered within 5 days
  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Turkey Family Physicians Association (TAHUD)
  • Turkish Medical Association

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PROCEDURES

  • Kidney Transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Yalcin Erdogan have?
Dr. Yalcin Erdogan is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Yalcin Erdogan offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Yalcin Erdogan have?
Dr. Yalcin Erdogan is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 23 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Kidney Transplant Surgeon

What does a Kidney Transplant Surgeon do?

A kidney transplant surgeon helps you by replacing the diseased kidney or kidneys with a healthy one. The surgeon not just performs the procedure but handholds you through the preoperative and post operative rehabilitation as well. They also prescribe the right medications and tests which will assist the process. The core operation team of the surgeon consists of Technicians, Nephrologist and nurses as well.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

There is a number of tests required to evaluate your candidature for a kidney transplant and they are listed below::

  • Urine Tests
  • Urine Output Measurements
  • HLA Testing
  • Removing a sample of Kidney Tissue for Testing
  • Imaging Tests
  • 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 transplant should happen efficiently and kidneys should work well post acceptance by the body, therefore it is important for the tests to be accomplished at the right time and frequency. The cardiac stress test, Electrocardiogram and Echocardiogram are required in some cases to realise the heart condition and its fitness for the procedure.

When should you go to see a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

Any symptoms that indicate a kidney failure are a good reason for you to a kidney transplant done. It is not necessary that just people on dialysis get the kidney transplant, it is also true that you can get it done before such a situation arises. They also help you with post transplant checkups to see whether your body is accepting the transplanted kidney well. It is the surgeon whom you must consult when you are in the process of deciding whether to get a transplanted kidney or not.