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Dr.Adalet Demir (Surgical oncologist, Thoracic surgeon)– Best Costs, Reviews – Book Your Consultation
Prof. Dr. Adalet Demir is a veteran thoracic surgeon at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir in Istanbul, Turkey. With over 31 years of experience, she specializes in both open and minimally invasive procedures for a broad range of chest conditions.
- Title: Professor, MD
- Experience: 31+ years in thoracic surgery
- Focus Areas: Lung cancer, mediastinal tumors, pediatric thoracic surgery, lung transplantation, VATS thymectomy, chest wall tumors, pleural disease, hyperhidrosis, diaphragmatic hernia repair, bronchoscopy‑assisted interventions, and robotic (da Vinci) procedures
- Online Consultations: Available for international patients
Educational Background
- Medical Degree: Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University (MD, 1995)
- Residency: Thoracic Surgery at Yedikule Chest Diseases & Thoracic Surgery Training & Research Hospital
- Advanced Training: Lung transplantation and thoracic surgery training at Leuven University Hospital, Belgium
Professional Experience
- Current Role: Professor and Thoracic Surgeon at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir
- Previous Appointments:
- Thoracic & cardiovascular surgery at Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine
- Thoracic surgery at Yedikule Chest Diseases Hospital
- Lung Transplant Center staff surgeon at Leuven University Hospital, Belgium
- Surgical Expertise: Extensive experience in lung cancer resections—open, VATS, and robotic; mediastinal mass excision; pediatric thoracic surgery; lung transplantation; chest wall tumor surgery; pleural disease interventions; hyperhidrosis treatment; diaphragmatic hernia repair; and bronchoscopy‑assisted treatments.
Academic Contributions
- Authored numerous peer‑reviewed studies; h‑index around 35
- Awarded best oral and poster presentations at national thoracic oncology congresses
- Instructor and faculty in VATS, robotic surgery, and lung transplant training workshops and conferences
Areas of Expertise
- Lung Cancer: Advanced surgical removal using open, minimally invasive, or robotic methods
- Mediastinal Masses & Thymectomy: Procedures using mediastinoscopy, VATS, sternotomy
- Pediatric Thoracic Surgery: Treatment of congenital thoracic conditions in children
- Lung Transplantation: Complex care leveraging Belgian and Turkish experience
- Pleural Disease Management: Treatment for pneumothorax, empyema, mesothelioma
- Hyperhidrosis: Minimally invasive sympathectomy using VATS
- Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair: Specialized techniques tailored to each case
- Robotic Thoracic Surgery: da Vinci-enabled operations on chest wall and lung lesions
Publications and Research
Prof. Demir’s research portfolio spans thoracic oncology, pleural diseases, lung transplantation, and minimally invasive techniques. Her work has been nationally recognized and highly cited, and she continues to present at major thoracic surgery forums.
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Demir is dedicated to compassionate, individualized care. She ensures:
- Clear and empathetic communication to support informed decision‑making
- Customized surgical planning that chooses the optimal approach for each patient
- A focus on minimizing recovery time and post-operative discomfort through advanced techniques
- Support for international patients via online consultations and coordinated assistance
- Consistent follow-up to monitor recovery and ensure patient satisfaction
Professional Affiliations
- European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS)
- International Society for Heart & Lung Transplantation (ISHLT)
- Turkish Association of Thoracic Surgery (Lung Transplantation Working Group Chair)
- Istanbul Medical Chamber & Turkish Thoracic Society
- Turkish Respiratory Research Association
- Lung Cancer Society & Association
FAQs
- Is Dr. Adalet Demir board‑certified?
- Yes, she completed formal thoracic surgery training in Turkey, earned the title of Professor, and holds advanced training credentials from Belgium.
- What types of surgeries does she perform?
- She performs comprehensive thoracic procedures including lung cancer resections (open, VATS, robotic), thymectomy, mediastinal mass excisions, pediatric chest surgery, lung transplants, pleural interventions, hyperhidrosis treatment, diaphragmatic hernia repairs, and bronchoscopy‑assisted procedures.
- Does she treat international patients?
- Yes, online pre‑consultations are available, and Liv Hospital offers full support for international patient care.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Length of stay varies by procedure: VATS or robotic surgeries typically require 2–4 days, while open or transplant surgeries may need 7–10 days or more.
- What languages does she speak?
- Prof. Demir is fluent in Turkish and proficient in English; the hospital also provides multilingual support services.
- Does she use robotic surgery?
- Yes, she regularly performs da Vinci robotic thoracic procedures for chest wall and lung tumor cases.
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