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Dr. Akın Kürklü Internal Medicine

Dr. Akın Kürklü

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Internal Medicine

Dr. Akın Kürklü

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29+ years experienceLanguages: Turkish, EnglishOnline consultationAcibadem Maslak Hospital · İstanbul
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Dr. Akın Kürklü
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Dr. Akın Kürklü is an Internal Medicine specialist at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital. He treats chronic and metabolic health concerns, including prediabetes, obesity, anaemia, and disorders of the liver, pancreas, biliary tract, and digestive system. His areas of interest also include clinical nutrition and geriatric health.

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About Dr. Akın Kürklü

Dr. Akın Kürklü is an Internal Medicine specialist at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital. His clinical interests include chronic diseases, prediabetes, obesity, anaemia, metabolic disorders, clinical nutrition, and health concerns in older adults.

He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and completed Internal Medicine training at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital in 2002. His career includes roles at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Başkent University Research Hospital, Medikal Park Hospitals Group, and Acıbadem Healthcare Services since 2009.

International patients can expect an Internal Medicine assessment focused on understanding symptoms, reviewing chronic health needs, and planning care for digestive, liver, pancreas, biliary tract, metabolic, and nutritional concerns. Dr. Kürklü is also a member of diabetes and metabolic health organisations in Turkey and Europe.

Clinical Focus

Areas of Expertise

Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.

Chronic diseasesWellnessPrediabetesObesityGeriatric healthAnaemiaMetabolic disordersClinical nutritionLiver diseasesPancreatic diseasesBiliary tract diseasesDigestive disorders
Background

Education

  • 2002Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital Department of Internal Medicine
  • 1997İstanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
Career

Professional Experience

  • 2009Acıbadem Healthcare Services
  • 2008–2009Medikal Park Hastaneler Grubu
  • 2006–2007Başkent University Research Hospital
  • 2002–2006Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
Affiliations

Professional Memberships

  • Marmara Diabet Grubu
  • Türk Diabet Vakfı
  • Metabolic Syndrome Association
  • Türk Diabet Cemiyeti
  • European Association for the Study of Diabetes
Research

Selected Publications

  • Urinary N-acetyl B glucosaminidase as an earlier marker of diabetic nephropathy and influence of low-dose perindopril/indapamide combination. Renal Failure 2006;28(2):125-8 Basturk T, Altuntas Y, Kurklu A, Aydin L, Eren N, Unsal A.
  • Beneficial effect of lisinopril plus telmisartan in patients with type 2 diabetes, microalbuminuria and hypertension. Diabetes Res Clin Pract. 2006 Feb;71(2):210-9 Sengul A.M, Altuntas Y, Kurklu A, Aydin L.
  • Improving Metabolic Control with Lispro Therapy in Type 1 Diabetes: The Importance of Basal Insulin. Diabet Bilimi 2004;1:15-18 Şengül A.M, Sargın M, Kürklü A, Sargın H, Canberk E, Uçak S, Ersoy Ç.Y, Argon D, Altuntaş Y.
  • Effects of Statins on Microalbuminuria in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Diabet Bilimi 2004;4:186-191. Aydın L, Kürklü A, Uçak S, Şengül A.M, Ersoy Ç.Y, Altuntaş Y.
  • Comparison of the effects of carvedilol and metoprolol treatments on insulin resistance and serum lipids in patients after myocardial infarction. Şeh Medical Bulletin 38:1-2004 Basat O, Uçak S, Öztekin E, Şeber S, Kürklü A, Argon D, Altuntaş Y.
  • Comparison of PAI-1 and Fibrinogen Levels in Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction. Şeh Medical Bulletin 45:3-2004 Kürklü A, Aydın L, Şengül A.M, Uçak S, Altuntaş Y.
  • Rosiglitazone therapy added to oral antidiabetic combinations or insulin therapy provides metabolic control in type 2 diabetics. Şeh Medical Bulletin 38:1-2004 Uçak S, Basat O, Şeber S, Kürklü A, Ersoy Ç.Y, Altuntaş Y.
  • Acarbose Treatment Added to Other Group Oral Antidiabetics Provides Metabolic Control in the First 6 Weeks. Şeh Medical Bulletin 37:3-2003 Uçak S, Basat O, Seber S, Ersoy Ö, Şengül A.M, Kürklü A, Baştürk T, Altuntaş Y.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Akın Kürklü's specialty?
Dr. Akın Kürklü is a specialist in Internal Medicine 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. Akın Kürklü practise at?
Dr. Akın Kürklü sees patients at Acibadem Maslak 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. Akın Kürklü?
Consultations with Dr. Akın Kürklü 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. Akın Kürklü?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Akın Kürklü 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. Akın Kürklü?
Yes. Dr. Akın Kürklü 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. Akın Kürklü have?
Dr. Akın Kürklü has around 29 years of professional experience in Internal Medicine. A summary of education, experience and professional memberships is available on this page.
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Akın Kürklü?
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.
How do I get a second opinion involving Dr. Akın Kürklü?
You can request an independent review of your diagnosis and proposed treatment. Share your medical reports through the consultation or "Ask a Doctor" form on this site, and the team will arrange a specialist review and explain the available options.
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