Professional Experience
- Current: ENT Specialist at MedicalPoint International Hospital and faculty member at İzmir University of Economics School of Medicine
- 2011–2023: ENT Physician at İzmir Katip Çelebi University Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
- 2009–2010: Served at Aksaray State Hospital and İskenderun Military Hospital
- Skilled in advanced procedures including rhinoplasty, septoplasty, tympanoplasty, skull-base and endoscopic sinus surgery, head–neck tumor removal, and cerebrospinal fluid leak repair
Academic Contributions
- Lecturer at İzmir University of Economics and İzmir Katip Çelebi University
- Organizes and leads lectures, training courses, and mentoring sessions for students and junior physicians
- Research interests include chronic rhinosinusitis, nasal polyps, skull-base surgery, cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea, and otoacoustic emissions
- Regular speaker at national and international ENT conferences
Areas of Expertise
- Chronic rhinosinusitis and nasal polyps – managing persistent sinus inflammation and growths
- Deviated nasal septum and septoplasty – improving breathing by correcting nasal structure
- Rhinoplasty and nasal reconstruction – for functional and aesthetic nasal corrections
- Endoscopic sinus and skull-base surgery – minimally invasive procedures for sinus and tumor removal
- Ear conditions: chronic otitis media, tympanic membrane perforations, tympanoplasty, tympanomastoidectomy
- Head and neck tumors – diagnosis and surgical treatment of benign and malignant growths
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) rhinorrhea repair – fixing CSF leaks from the nose
- Dizziness and balance disorders – evaluating and treating vestibular conditions
Publications and Research
Dr. Eren has authored over 50 peer‑reviewed publications. Highlights include:
“Multivariate Analysis of Clinical and Radiological Risk Factors for Revision Endoscopic Sinus Surgery in Patients with Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps” (Nov 2023): identified phenotypic risk factors for recurrence after sinus surgery.
“Analysis of Patient‑ and Procedure‑related Risk Factors for Nasal Septal Perforations Following Septoplasty” (Mar 2022): quantified risk factors associated with septum repair.
“Risk Factors for Recurrence in Endoscopically Treated Fronto‑Ethmoid Mucoceles” (Dec 2021): studied long‑term outcomes of sinus cyst treatments.
Also co-authored a chapter titled “Deviation of the Nasal Septum” (Sept 2023), and published studies on nasal physiology, laser DCR, facial nerve decompression, and otoacoustic emissions.
Patient Care Philosophy
- Emphasizes clear communication, empathy, and patient education throughout the treatment journey
- Welcomes international patients, offering online pre‑consultations and multilingual coordination
- Values cultural sensitivity with language support for non‑Turkish speakers
- Patients often highlight successful surgical outcomes and attentive bedside manner
Professional Affiliations
- Associate Professor of Otolaryngology, İzmir University of Economics
- Fellow of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology (FEBORL‑HNS), 2016
- Member of Turkish and European ENT societies
- Licensed to practice in Turkey at a JCI‑accredited hospital
FAQs
- Is Dr. Erdem Eren board-certified?
- Yes. He holds the European ENT competence certificate (FEBORL‑HNS) since 2016.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs complex procedures such as rhinoplasty, sinus surgery, skull-base tumor removal, septoplasty, tympanoplasty, CSF leak repair, and head–neck tumor surgery.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. He sees international patients at MedicalPoint International Hospital and offers online pre‑consultations and multilingual support.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Hospital stays vary: endoscopic sinus and nasal procedures typically require 1–2 days, while major tumor or skull-base surgeries may require 3–5 days depending on recovery.
- What languages does he speak?
- He speaks Turkish and English fluently; additional interpretation services are available at the hospital.
