Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Dr. Zan has built a strong practice in vascular health and vein care, known for his patient-centred approach.
- Current role: Founder and Lead Vascular Surgeon at Dr. Zan Varicose Clinic (Vein Clinic Antalya/Alanya region), Turkey.
- Treated thousands of patients with varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency using minimally invasive methods.
- Regularly performs endovenous laser ablation (EVLA), radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and foam sclerotherapy for vein conditions.
Academic Contributions
- Frequent lecturer and speaker at national and international conferences on vein disorders, endovenous therapies and vascular surgery innovations.
- Research interest in outcomes of minimally invasive phlebology and patient-centric vascular care.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Zan provides a full spectrum of vascular treatments focused on venous disorders with an emphasis on patient comfort and recovery.
- Varicose veins: treatment of superficial vein reflux with closed-method therapies such as EVLA or RFA.
- Spider veins / reticular veins: foam sclerotherapy and micro-sclerotherapy for both cosmetic and symptomatic improvement.
- Chronic venous insufficiency: Doppler ultrasound diagnostics and targeted interventional therapies to manage leg swelling, pain and skin changes.
- Minimally invasive phlebology: outpatient procedures, reduced recovery time, less scarring, quicker return to normal activities.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Zan emphasises clear communication, personalised treatment planning and international accessibility for his patients.
- He ensures each patient understands their condition, treatment options and recovery path in simple terms.
- The clinic supports international patients with multilingual coordination and streamlined care paths for medical tourism in Turkey.
- Preference for minimally invasive treatments leads to safer procedures, faster recovery and higher patient satisfaction.
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Turkish National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
- Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
FAQs
- Is Dr. İlker Zan board-certified?
- Yes. He is a certified vascular surgeon in Turkey and affiliated with recognised vascular surgery societies in Europe and Turkey.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs minimally invasive vascular procedures including endovenous laser ablation (EVLA), radiofrequency ablation (RFA), foam sclerotherapy, and Doppler-guided management of varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. His clinic welcomes international patients and provides multilingual support, making it a suitable destination for medical tourism in Turkey.
- How long is the typical hospital stay after a varicose vein procedure?
- Most treatments are outpatient or require only minimal stay; many patients are discharged the same day or after one short stay, depending on procedure complexity.
- What languages does he and his clinic staff speak?
- The clinic offers services in Turkish and English, and coordinators can assist patients from other countries.
