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Dr. Ozan Ozkaya

Dr. Ozan Ozkaya

Pediatric Nephrologist ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

18 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English

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About Dr. Ozan Ozkaya

  • Dr. Ozan Ozkaya is a renowned pediatric nephrologist in Turkey. She has over 18 years of experience.
  • Dr. Ozkaya’s primary treatments and procedures include Urinary tract infections, Hypertension, Urinary Incontinence Treatment, Renal Parenchymal Diseases, Behcet's disease, and Rheumatic diseases.
  • He graduated from the prestigious Gazi University, in Turkey.
  • She was also a visiting researcher at the New York University Langone Medical Center. Currently, she is a consultant Pediatric Nephrologist at the Istinye University Medical Faculty Liv Hospital, Turkey.

Conditions treated by Dr. Ozan Ozkaya

  • Urinary tract infections;
  • Congenital anomalies of the urinary system (vesicoureteral reflux, hydronephrosis, pelvic-ureteral stricture, etc.);
  • Renal parenchymal diseases;
  • Glomerular diseases (acute and chronic glomerulonephritis, nephrotic syndromes);
  • Tubulointerstitial diseases (hereditary kidney disease, Bartter’s syndrome, etc.);
  • Cystic kidney disease (congenital or acquired);
  • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis;
  • Familial Mediterranean fever;
  • Connective tissue diseases (SLE, dermatomyositis, scleroderma, etc.).

Area of Interest

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

Qualification

  • In 1980, Secondary school: TED College Zonguldak;
  • In 1986, Bachelor/PhD student, at the Faculty of Medicine, Uludag University;
  • In 1993, Specialization in pediatrics at Gazi University;
  • In 1998, Specialization in nephrology, Gazi University;
  • In 2011,Specialization in rheumatology, Ministry of Health.

Work Experiences

  • Istinye University Liv Hospital, 2017
  • Education Supervisor, TR Ministry of Health Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, 2015-2017
  • Education Officer, Ministry of Health, Public Hospitals Authority Turkey, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, 2014-2015
  • Professor, Ondokuz Mayıs University, 2011-2014
  • Associate Professor, Ondokuz Mayıs University, 2004-2011
  • Assistant Professor, Ondokuz Mayıs University, 2002-2004

Memberships (8)

  • European Dialysis and Transplant Association
  • European Society for Pediatric Nephrology
  • Pediatric Nephrology Association
  • Turkish Nephrology Association
  • Child Rheumatology Association
  • Transplantation and Immunology Association
  • National Pediatrics Association
  • Friends of Children Association

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What to Expect in Your Consultation

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30-Min Video Consultation

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Care Coordination (Optional)

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Procedures Performed

Hemodialysis

Frequently Asked Questions

A. Dr. Ozan Ozkaya is available to teleconsultate on the MediGence platform.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

FAQ's Related to Nephrologist

When you start showing signs and symptoms that could indicate a kidney issue, your doctor will refer you to a Nephrologist. Of the various responsibilities that are manned by the Nephrologists, one is managing chronic kidney disease and acute kidney failure. Tubular/interstitial disorders as well as Glomerular/vascular disorders are treated by them so as to keep the kidneys healthy. Even disorders related to mineral metabolism and hypertension condition is treated by them.

As you are to consult a Nephrologist, you must undergo some blood and urine tests before and during the consultation and these are

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

The right picture about the condition of the kidney is given through blood and urine tests. Based on individual concerns the Nephrologist can also recommend an ultrasound of the kidney. A kidney biopsy may be suggested by the doctor based on a particular condition.

People who are having problems with their kidney function are the ones to visit a Nephrologist. This doctor treats people with a variety of kidney issues such as Tubular/interstitial disorders, Glomerular/vascular disorders and even those who require dialysis often. Procedures such as Kidney transplantation also required a lot of preparation, a Nephrologist helps you through the same. Situation when you have chronic kidney disease or your kidneys are failing also need an intervention from the doctor.

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