Prof. Dr. Emel AkoğluNephrologist · Academic Hospital, Istanbul

Who Is Dr. Emel Akoğlu?

Dr. Emel Akoğlu is a professor of internal medicine and a nephrologist practising at Academic Hospital in Üsküdar, Istanbul. Within the hospital's nephrology and urology services, she provides medical assessments and clinical management for patients presenting with renal conditions. Dr. Akoğlu communicates with patients in English and Turkish, assisting domestic as well as international individuals who travel to Turkey for specialist consultations.

Clinical Areas of Practice

Prof. Dr. Emel Akoğlu focuses on the care and treatment of kidney disease and dialysis. Her clinical practice addresses acute and chronic renal disorders, long-term kidney health management, and clinical supervision for individuals requiring renal replacement therapy. Diagnostic evaluations and medical regimens are determined following a thorough assessment of each patient's test results, history, and current physical condition.

Training and Qualifications for Dr. Emel Akoğlu

Prof. Dr. Akoğlu received her undergraduate medical degree and specialist training across academic institutions in Turkey and the United Kingdom:

• Medical Degree: Hacettepe University School of Medicine (1969)
• Internal Medicine Residency: Hacettepe University (1973)
• Visiting Fellowship: St. Mary’s Hospital Renal Unit, London (1976)
• Visiting Fellowship: The London Hospital Renal Unit, London (1977)
• Associate Professorship in Nephrology: Çukurova University (1980)
• Subspecialty Training in Nephrology: Çukurova University (1986)
• Professorship in Internal Medicine: Marmara University (1989)

She holds professional memberships in the European Dialysis and Transplant Association (EDTA), the International Society of Nephrology, the National Kidney Foundation, the Turkish Nephrology Society, and the Organ Transplant Society.

About Academic Hospital

Prof. Dr. Akoğlu conducts her outpatient consultations and inpatient management at Academic Hospital. Established in 1997, the hospital is located at Altunizade, Nuhkuyusu Cad. No:94 in the Üsküdar district on the Asian side of Istanbul. Academic Hospital holds an overall Google rating of 4.0/5 across 861 reviews, reflecting patient feedback for the facility as a whole.

How an Enquiry Works

Organising a medical consultation from abroad involves a straightforward administrative process. To understand how it works, patients begin by submitting their medical background, recent blood panels, imaging, and clinical notes. The specialist medical team reviews these records to determine appropriate clinical options. Following this evaluation, the hospital issues a formal written treatment plan accompanied by pricing, typically within 1 to 2 working days.

A video consultation can be requested if you wish to discuss details before travelling. All final decisions regarding investigations, clinical diagnosis, and ongoing treatments remain strictly medical and are determined directly by the doctor during in-person evaluation. You can start the process by requesting a free quote online.

Travelling to Academic Hospital for Consultation

Patients travelling to Istanbul for an appointment can coordinate logistical arrangements through their patient liaison. If you require assistance with local travel, accommodation, or an interpreter for your appointments, please ask the coordinator during your initial enquiry. Academic Hospital is readily accessible within central Üsküdar, allowing international patients to attend their clinical appointments and necessary investigations comfortably.