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About Dr. Halil Tugtepe

  • Professor Dr. Halil Tuğtepe, born on February 26, 1968, in Ankara, embarked on his medical journey at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine following his pre-graduate studies. He earned his medical degree in 1992 and subsequently specialized in Pediatric Surgery at the same institution, achieving board certification in 2000.
  • For 19 years, Prof. Dr. Tuğtepe dedicated himself to the pediatric surgery and pediatric urology departments at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, where he provided exemplary care to patients. In February 2019, he transitioned to private practice, continuing his commitment to pediatric surgical excellence and patient welfare.
  • He is a member of the International Pediatric Incontinence Association (2008), the European Pediatric Urology Association (Full Membership) (2009), the Pediatric Urology Association (2009), the Turkish Pediatric Surgery Association (1998), and the Turkish Emergency Surgery Association (1999).

Conditions treated by Dr. Halil Tugtepe

  • Undescended testicle
  • Vesicoureteral reflux
  • Hypospadias
  • Hydronephrosis
  • Urinary Tract Infections
  • Kidney stones
  • Neurogenic bladder
  • Bedwetting
  • Ureteropelvic junction obstruction

Area of Interest

  • Kidney Transplant
  • Circumcision
  • Constipation
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Urinary Bladder Diseases

Qualification

  • July - 1991 General Surgery Internship
    Semmerweis University Hospital,
    Budapest, Hungary
  • August - 1991 Obstetrics and Gynecology Internship
    Belgrade University Hospital
    Belgrade, Yugoslavia
  • August - 1992 Gastroenterology Internship
    Royal Hospital, Liverpool, England
  • September - 1992 General Surgery Internship
    Royal Hospital, Liverpool, England
  • September - 1998 Pediatric Surgery
    Nottingham, England
  • December 2008 - 01 June 2009 (As a Scholarship)
    Great Street Ormond Hospital
    Pediatric Urology and Kidney Transplantation
    London, England
  • 01-07 December 2015 Utrecht Medical Center
    Urotherapy Unit
    Utrecht, Netherlands
  • 17 March – 17 April 2003 Cerrahpaşa Medical School, Department
    of Pediatric Surgery,
    Department of Pediatric Urology,
  • 01 January – 31 March 2007 Ege University Faculty of Medicine,
    Department of Pediatric Surgery,
    Department of Pediatric Urology.
    Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Pediatric Urology, Lecturer (19 Years).
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MEMBERSHIPS (5)

  • Turkish Pediatric Surgery Association
  • Turkish Emergency Surgery Association
  • International Pediatric Incontinence Association
  • European Association of Pediatric Urology (Full Membership)
  • Pediatric Urology Association.

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Ahsen Karagözlü Akgül, Halil Tuğtepe, Embiye Adali, et al. Do preoperative leukocyte and neutrophil levels have a predictive value on the complications of hypospadias repair in children? December 2022. Archivio italiano di urologia, andrologia: organo ufficiale [di] Società italiana di ecografia urologica e nefrologica / Associazione ricerche in urologia 94(4):459-463. DOI:10.4081/aiua.2022.4.459. License CC BY-NC 4.0.
  • Arzu Canmemis, Gürsu Kiyan, Halil Tuğtepe, et al. Effects of Caudal and Penile Blocks on the Complication Rates of Hypospadias Repair. June 2022. Balkan Medical Journal 39(4). DOI:10.4274/balkanmedj.galenos.2022.2022-1-62. License CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.
  • Halil Tuğtepe, Hilal Hürel, Gürsu Kiyan, et al. Effects of Caudal and Penile Blocks on the Complication Rates of Hypospadias Repair. June 2022. Balkan Medical Journal 39(4). DOI:10.4274/balkanmedj.galenos.2022.2022-1-62. License CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Is Doctor Halil Tugtepe doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

A. Dr. Halil Tugtepe 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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