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Dr. Nilgün Çavdar Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Dr. Nilgün Çavdar

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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Dr. Nilgün Çavdar

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30+ years experienceLanguages: Turkish, EnglishOnline consultationAcibadem Altunizade Hospital · İstanbul
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About Dr. Nilgün Çavdar

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Dr. Nilgün Çavdar is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital in İstanbul with 30+ years of experience.

She treats knee osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, traumatic spinal cord injury, spinal cord injury-related pain and spasticity, and acute, recurrent, and chronic low back pain, and provides conservative low back pain treatment, isokinetic muscle training, and intrathecal baclofen therapy. She consults in Turkish and English and offers online video consultation.

M.D. Nilgün Çavdar is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with a medical degree from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine (1996). Since 2006 she has been part of the Acıbadem Health Group, where she applies her expertise in rehabilitative care to improve patients’ function and quality of life. She is an active member of the Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association and supports the Darüşşafaka Society. Known for a patient-centered approach, she combines clinical experience with collaborative care to deliver effective rehabilitation plans.

Clinical Focus

Areas of Expertise

Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.

Knee osteoarthritisRheumatoid arthritisTraumatic spinal cord injurySpinal cord injury-related painSpinal spasticityAcute low back painRecurrent low back painChronic low back painConservative low back pain treatmentIsokinetic muscle trainingConcentric-eccentric isokinetic trainingIntrathecal baclofen therapy
Background

Education

  • 1996Uludag University Faculty of Medicine Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • 1992Uludag University Faculty of Medicine
Career

Professional Experience

  • 2006Acibadem Health Group
  • 2004–2006Darüşşafaka Maltepe Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital / Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Specialist
  • 1999–2004Private Swiss Hospital / Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Specialist
  • 1996–1999Uludağ University Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation / Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Specialist
Affiliations

Professional Memberships

  • Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association
  • Darüşşafaka Society
Research

Selected Publications

  • Muscle mass, isokinetic torgue and functional capacity in womwn with osteoarthritis of the knee. Gür H, Çakın (Çavdar) N. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2003 Oct; 84:1534-41
  • Concentric versus combined concentric-eccentric isokinetic training: effects on functional capacity and symptoms in patients with osteoarthrosis of the knee. Gür H, Çakın (Çavdar) N, Akova B, Okay E, Küçükoğlu S. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2002 Mar; 83(3):308-16.
  • Long-term physical and social status in patients with spinal cord injury. İrdesel J, Kahraman Z, Çakın (Çavdar) N, Sivrioğlu K. Türkiye Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 1999;2(4):51-55.
  • Conservative approach in the treatment of acute, recurrent and chronic low back pain. Çakın (Çavdar) N, Küçükoğlu S. Galenos 1998 Nov; 2(24):25-30.
  • Pain in patients with traumatic spinal cord injury İrdesel J, Kahraman Z, Özcan O, Çakın (Çavdar) N, Küçükoğlu S. Turkish Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 1998;1(1):33-40
  • Epidemiology of traumatic spinal cord injury. 1988-1996. İrdesel J, Özcan O, Turan B, Kahraman Z, Çakın N, Küçükoğlu S. Turkish Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 1998;1(4):10-20
  • The effect of methotrexate in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Çakın (Çavdar) N, Turan B, Sivrioğlu K, İrdesel J, Küçükoğlu S. Turkish Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 1998;1(4):55-58.
  • Intrathecal baclofen in the treatment of spinal spasticity: Three-year follow-up results of two cases. Turan B, Sivrioğlu K, Çakın (Çavdar) N, Küçükoğlu S. Journal of Rheumatology & Medical Rehabilitation 1998;9(4):269-273.
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What is Dr. Nilgün Çavdar's specialty?
Dr. Nilgün Çavdar is a specialist in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Acibadem. For a personalised assessment, the Acibadem international patient team can review your medical history and reports and explain the suitable next steps.
Which hospital does Dr. Nilgün Çavdar practise at?
Dr. Nilgün Çavdar sees patients at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital in İstanbul. The international patient team can confirm current availability and help you plan a consultation or visit.
What languages can I use when consulting Dr. Nilgün Çavdar?
Consultations with Dr. Nilgün Çavdar are supported in Turkish and English. In addition, Acibadem provides multilingual coordination and interpreter support so international patients can communicate clearly throughout their care.
How can I book an appointment with Dr. Nilgün Çavdar?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Nilgün Çavdar using the appointment form on this page, or by contacting the Acibadem international patient team by phone or WhatsApp. After you share your details, the team checks availability and confirms your appointment, usually within 24 hours.
Is an online video consultation available with Dr. Nilgün Çavdar?
Yes. Dr. Nilgün Çavdar offers online video consultations, so you can discuss your condition and reports with the specialist before making any travel arrangements. The international patient team can help you schedule a secure video visit.
How many years of experience does Dr. Nilgün Çavdar have?
Dr. Nilgün Çavdar has around 30 years of professional experience in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. A summary of education, experience and professional memberships is available on this page.
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Nilgün Çavdar?
Yes. Acibadem supports international patients end to end — from the first consultation and treatment planning through appointment scheduling, interpretation during the stay and follow-up after returning home. Sharing your case for an initial assessment is free of charge.
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