Professional Experience
- Current Position: Professor of Internal Medicine and Nephrology at Marmara University, Turkey
- Previous Roles:
- Assistant and Lecturer in Internal Medicine at Hacettepe University, Turkey
- Lecturer and Head of Nephrology Department at Çukurova University, Turkey
- Lecturer and Head of Internal Medicine and Nephrology Departments at Marmara University, Turkey
- Leadership Roles:
- Chairman of the Dialysis Scientific Committee, Ministry of Health, Turkey (1995–1998)
- General Secretary, Turkish Society of Nephrology (1994–1995)
- Editor, Turkish Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation Journal (1994–1997)
- President, Turkish Society of Nephrology, Istanbul Branch (2000)
Academic Contributions
- Teaching Positions:
- Professor and Lecturer in Internal Medicine and Nephrology at Marmara University, Turkey
- Lecturer in Internal Medicine at Hacettepe University, Turkey
- Lecturer and Head of Nephrology Department at Çukurova University, Turkey
- Research Interests:
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Dialysis therapies and management
- Kidney transplantation
- Professional Memberships:
- European Dialysis and Transplant Association (EDTA)
- Turkish Society of Nephrology
- National Kidney Foundation
- International Society of Nephrology
- Organ Transplantation Society
Areas of Expertise
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Management and treatment of long-term kidney conditions
- Dialysis: Expertise in hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis techniques
- Kidney Transplantation: Pre- and post-transplant care and management
- Acute Kidney Injury (AKI): Diagnosis and treatment of sudden kidney function decline
Publications and Research
Prof. Dr. Emel Akoglu has contributed extensively to nephrology literature. Her research primarily focuses on chronic kidney disease, dialysis modalities, and kidney transplantation. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and has been involved in various clinical studies aimed at improving patient outcomes in nephrology.
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Dr. Akoglu is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to her patients. She emphasizes the importance of patient education, clear communication, and a holistic approach to treatment. Her goal is to empower patients to take an active role in managing their kidney health.
Professional Affiliations
- European Dialysis and Transplant Association (EDTA)
- Turkish Society of Nephrology
- National Kidney Foundation
- International Society of Nephrology
- Organ Transplantation Society
FAQs
- Is Prof. Dr. Emel Akoglu board-certified?
- Yes, she is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology in Turkey.
- What types of treatments does she offer?
- Prof. Dr. Akoglu offers treatments for chronic kidney disease, dialysis, kidney transplantation, and acute kidney injury.
- Does she treat international patients?
- Yes, she provides care to international patients at Academic Hospital in Istanbul.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- The length of hospital stay varies depending on the patient’s condition and treatment plan.
- What languages does she speak?
- Prof. Dr. Akoglu speaks Turkish and English.
