Dr. Erdal Okur
Professor of Thoracic Surgery
Acibadem International Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
- Pulmonologist
- Cardiovascular Surgeon
- 30+ years of exp.
- 50k+ Consultations
- 0+ Surgeries
About Doctor
Prof. Dr. Erdal Okur is a distinguished thoracic surgeon with a career spanning over 30 years. He currently serves at Acibadem Atasehir Hospital and is a faculty member at Acibadem University School of Medicine.
His extensive training includes observerships at renowned institutions such as Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York and Washington University in St. Louis. Prof. Okur has also participated in short-term academic visits to the University of Zurich and the Thoracic Surgery Center in Zakopane, Poland.
Prof. Okur is an active member of several prestigious medical societies, including:
- European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS), where he serves as a country representative
- Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery
- Turkish Thoracic Society
- Turkish Respiratory Research Association
- Lung Cancer Association
He has contributed significantly to medical literature, with over 48 publications and 700+ citations, focusing on thoracic diseases, lung cancer, minimally invasive surgery, and airway obstruction.
Known for his expertise in minimally invasive techniques, Prof. Okur specializes in single-incision video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), offering patients reduced recovery times and improved outcomes.
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Qualification & Education
- MD – Marmara University School of Medicine (1992)
- Thoracic Surgery Residency – Sureyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital (2000)
- Associate Professorship – Sureyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital (2010)
Conditions Treated
- Lung Cancer Tracheal and Bronchial Tumors
- Pleural Effusion and Empyema
- Pneumothorax
- Hydatid Cyst Disease
- Bronchiectasis
- Airway Obstruction
- Thoracic Trauma
- Mediastinal Tumors
- Chest Wall Deformities
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Procedure Performed
- Lobectomy and Segmentectomy (Open and VATS)
- Sleeve Resection
- Tracheal and Carinal Resection
- Pleurectomy and Decortication
- Chemical and Surgical Pleurodesis
- Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy
- Chest Wall Reconstruction
- Uniportal VATS for Pediatric and Adult Patients
- Management of Massive Hemoptysis
- Surgical Treatment of Pulmonary Hydatid Disease
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FAQs
Prof. Okur specializes in thoracic surgery, focusing on minimally invasive procedures for lung and airway diseases, including lung cancer and tracheal tumors.
Yes, Prof. Okur is renowned for his proficiency in single-incision video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), offering patients less postoperative pain and quicker recovery.
You can book an appointment directly through Acibadem Atasehir Hospital. Alternatively, HOSPIDIO can assist you with the process. Contact us at [email protected] or via Call/WhatsApp at +91-9870538337.
Yes, he is a member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS), where he serves as a country representative, among other national societies.
Absolutely. Prof. Okur has extensive experience managing complex thoracic cases for international patients, ensuring comprehensive care and support throughout the treatment journey.
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