Professional Experience
Prof. Dr. Karaca brings extensive practical and academic expertise, with a career spanning key roles across Turkey’s leading medical institutions.
- Current Role: Professor, General Surgery Department, Başkent University Istanbul Hospital since 2017
- Academic Posts: Assistant Professor at Rize University; Associate Professor at Numune Teaching and Research Hospital
- Early Career: General Surgeon in state hospitals and Deputy Head in the Turkish Ministry of Health’s public health agency focused on non-communicable diseases
Academic Contributions
- Regular participation in national and international surgical and transplant conferences
- Contributes as a lecturer and organizer for continuing medical education in transplantation and general surgery
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Dr. Karaca specializes in a full spectrum of transplant and general surgery procedures, combining technical skill with academic insight.
- Organ Transplants: Kidney, Liver, Heart, Cornea—delivered through Başkent Organ Transplantation Center
- General Surgery: Wound care, hepatopancreatobiliary cases, and advanced gastrointestinal procedures
Publications and Research
Prof. Dr. Karaca is also active in research, contributing to surgical literature on topics ranging from wound treatment to laparoscopic techniques. His academic footprint includes publications on minimally invasive surgery and organ transplantation outcomes.
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Dr. Karaca emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care. He is known for applying the highest safety standards in organ transplantation while ensuring personalized support for each individual.
- Balances technical precision with patient comfort and postoperative quality of life
- Committed to clear communication and education of patients throughout their treatment journey
Professional Affiliations
- Member of leading national surgical and transplant societies in Turkey
- Active in academic communities related to general surgery and transplantation
FAQs
- Is Dr. Ahmet Serdar Karaca board-certified?
- Yes, he is a fully certified general surgeon and transplant specialist, holding the title of Professor in Turkey.
- What types of transplants does he perform?
- He performs kidney, liver, heart, and cornea transplants at the Başkent Organ Transplantation Center.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, as part of a leading university hospital in Istanbul, he frequently treats international transplant patients.
- What is the hospital stay duration after a transplant?
- Stay duration varies by transplant type, but it usually ranges from several days to a couple of weeks depending on individual recovery.
- What languages does he speak?
- He speaks Turkish and English, ensuring effective communication with both local and international patients.
