Professional Experience
Dr. Yaman has held leadership roles across prestigious Turkish medical institutions:
- Professor & Thoracic Specialist: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (1996–2011)
- Medical Director & Professor: Universal Hospitals Group (2011–2013) and Kolan Hospital Şişli (2013–2019)
- Professor & Consultant: Memorial Şişli Hospital (2019–2023)
- Current Role: Professor of Chest Diseases, Biruni University Hospital (2023–present)
Academic Contributions
- Founded Allergy & Immunology Laboratory at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
- Pioneered interventional bronchoscopy procedures in Turkey
- Coordinated multidisciplinary “Lung Nodule Follow‑up and Treatment” program for early lung cancer diagnosis
- Former board member and President of Turkish Respiratory Research Association
- Visiting professor sharing expertise in allergy and respiratory care in France
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Yaman treats a wide range of respiratory conditions using advanced techniques:
- Lung nodules & cancer: diagnostic imaging, staging, treatment planning
- Interventional bronchoscopy: minimally invasive airway diagnostics and therapy
- Asthma & COPD: spirometry, personalized inhaler management
- Interstitial lung disease & bronchiectasis
- Chronic cough & respiratory failure
- Pulmonary infections & tuberculosis
- Pulmonary embolism: acute detection and emergent care
Publications and Research
Dr. Yaman has contributed significantly to pulmonology research:
- Studies on allergy, immunology and bronchoscopy techniques
- Published work on lung nodule management and multidisciplinary care pathways
- Publications in leading Turkish and international respiratory journals
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Yaman combines clinical excellence with a compassionate, patient‑centered approach:
- Values clear communication and educating patients on their respiratory health
- Advocates multidisciplinary teamwork for comprehensive care
- Offers personalized follow‑up programs to ensure long‑term outcomes
- Supports international patients through coordinated treatment & consultation processes
Professional Affiliations
- Turkish Respiratory Research Association (President)
- Turkish Thoracic Society
- Turkish Society of Oncology
- Turkish Tuberculosis Association
- National Society of Allergy & Clinical Immunology
- American College of Chest Physicians (MD, FCCP)
- American Association for Bronchology & Interventional Pulmonology
- European Respiratory Society
- European Academy of Allergy & Clinical Immunology
FAQs
- Is Dr. Mustafa Yaman board-certified?
- Yes, he holds board certification in chest diseases and pulmonology in Turkey.
- What types of procedures does he perform?
- He performs diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy, lung cancer evaluation, and pulmonary interventions.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, Biruni University Hospital offers support services for international patients and his consultations are accessible to them.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Hospital stay varies based on diagnosis—procedures like bronchoscopy are often outpatient, while complex treatments may require inpatient care.
- What languages does he speak?
- He is fluent in Turkish and English.
- Can he diagnose sleep-related respiratory disorders?
- Yes—Dr. Yaman is trained to evaluate and manage respiratory failure and chronic pulmonary conditions.
- Does he manage tuberculosis cases?
- Yes, he has extensive expertise in tuberculosis diagnosis and long-term treatment protocols.
