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Dr. Gulay Yilmaz

Dr. Gulay Yilmaz

Nephrologist ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

16 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish & English

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About Dr. Gulay Yilmaz

Conditions Treated by Dr Gulay Yilmaz

We bring to you the long list of conditions that Dr. Gulay Yilmaz treats.

  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Polycystic Kidneys
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • End-Stage Renal Disease
  • Kidney Failure

A doctor who specialises into taking good care of and treating our kidneys are called Nephrologists. It is when you are having repeat or chronic urinary tract infections, renal failure or severe kidney diseases, in such conditions you go to a Nephrologist. Protein loss or blood loss in the urine as well as solution to kidney stone removal is found by this doctor.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Gulay Yilmaz

The signs and symptoms that are an indication of a kidney condition are as follows:

  • Repeat urinary tract infections
  • Repeat kidney stones
  • Accelerated decline in kidney function
  • Stage 4 or 5 chronic kidney disease
  • Chronic urinary tract infections
  • Acute renal failure
  • High blood pressure that does not respond to medication
  • A glomerular filtration rate (GFR) of 30 or lower

When their is swelling seen around ankles, feet or legs or around the eyes then it could most probably be a sign of a kidney condition. The gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting and decreased appetite also happen incase of a kidney disease. The issues related to kidney are also known to be there with signs like high blood pressure and anemia.

Operating Hours of Dr Gulay Yilmaz

The doctor's operating hours are from Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm. Care is taken by the doctor to maintain the accuracy and delicacy of the procedure.

Procedures performed by Dr Gulay Yilmaz

Dr. Gulay Yilmaz performs many popular procedures and we have listed them below for your convenience.:

  • Kidney Transplant
  • Hemodialysis

The medical treatment of kidney conditions as well as performing some procedures, it all comes in the work profile of Nephrologists. One of the most commonly performed procedure is dialysis and this is inclusive of placing the dialysis catheter. There are some critical procedures that they have to do like Kidney transplants and Kidney biopsies.

Qualification

  • Trakya University Faculty of Medicine Nephrology, 2013
  • Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine, 2009
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, 2002

Work Experiences

  • 2016 - 2018 Private Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital Organ Transplant and Nephrology
  • 2013 - 2015 Edirne State Hospital
  • 2010 - 2013 Trakya University Medical Faculty Nephrology Department
  • 2003 - 2009 Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital

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Procedures Performed

Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Gulay Yilmaz is a specialized Nephrologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in istanbul, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Gulay Yilmaz is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 16 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Nephrologist

It is usually the primary care doctors who refer you to a kidney specialist or Nephrologist as we know them.. The doctor is responsible for managing several kinds of kidney conditions such as acute kidney failure and chronic kidney disease. Tubular/interstitial disorders as well as Glomerular/vascular disorders are treated by them so as to keep the kidneys healthy. They treat and manage conditions related to mineral metabolism and even hypertension issues as well.

The tests required before and during consultation for a Nephrologist are as follows:

  • Blood tests
  • Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR)
  • MR angiography
  • Urine analysis
  • Intravenous urography (IVU)
  • Scintigraphy
  • Ultrasound scanning
  • Renal Arteriography
  • Renal biopsy

The health condition of your kidneys becomes clear through the blood and urine tests. If the situation so demands the doctor can also suggest a kidney ultrasound. In order to figure out the condition of the kidneys the doctor can recommend the biopsy as well.

If you are having issues with the functioning of your kidneys then a Nephrologist is someone you must visit. This includes the need for getting kidney dialysis done or when you are suffering from Tubular/interstitial disorders or Glomerular/vascular disorders. A visit to the Nephrologist also becomes essential when you are preparing for a kidney transplant procedure.. Kidney failure and serious kidney diseases are also situation wherein the Nephrologist should assist the patients.

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