Professional Experience
He combines extensive patient care duties with academic leadership:
- Current Role: Professor and Head, Department of Internal Medicine, Lokman Hekim University
- Clinical Expertise: Management of chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, and dialysis programs
- Leadership Role: Oversees education and clinical standards in nephrology since 2021
Academic Contributions
Prof. Dr. Yavuz contributes actively to teaching and research in his field:
- Leads academic courses on dialysis, kidney disease, hypertension, and fluid-electrolyte balance
- Mentors residents and postgraduate students in nephrology research
- Speaks at national conferences and contributes to continuing medical education programs
Areas of Expertise
He provides comprehensive treatment and care for a wide range of kidney-related conditions:
- Chronic kidney disease and dialysis management
- Acute kidney injury—including dehydration and toxin-related cases
- Nephrotic syndrome and glomerular diseases
- Electrolyte disturbances and acid–base disorders
- Hypertension-related kidney damage and routine kidney function monitoring
Publications and Research
Prof. Dr. Yavuz has authored over 15 peer-reviewed articles and his research focus includes:
His studies encompass mortality indicators in dialysis patients, clinical outcomes of acute kidney injury, and therapeutic innovations in nephrology. His work uses evidence-based practices to improve patient treatment strategies.
Patient Care Philosophy
He is known for compassionate, patient-centered care:
- Communicates clearly about diagnoses, procedures, and treatment plans
- Personalizes care to consider patient-specific factors, including lifestyle
- Supports international patients with travel assistance and remote consultation
- Maintains respectful and culturally sensitive interactions with every patient
Professional Affiliations
His professional credentials include:
- Professor and Head, Internal Medicine Department, Lokman Hekim University
- Member of Turkish nephrology and internal medicine societies
- Licensed nephrology consultant certified by the Turkish Ministry of Health
FAQs
- Is Dr. İzzet Yavuz board-certified?
- Yes, he is certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology by the Turkish medical boards.
- What conditions does he treat?
- He treats chronic and acute kidney conditions, dialysis patients, nephrotic and glomerular syndromes, and electrolyte disorders.
- Does he accept international patients?
- Yes, he welcomes international patients and supports medical travel arrangements and remote consults.
- How long is the hospital stay?
- Dialysis sessions are typically outpatient; acute cases may require 1–5 days of hospital admission depending on severity.
- What languages does he speak?
- He is fluent in Turkish and English, facilitating communication with national and international patients.
- Where is his clinic?
- Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital, Sincan Campus, Ankara, Turkey.
- Can I have an online consultation?
- Yes, remote consultations are available, especially for initial assessment or for international patients.
