Cem Öncüloğlu, MD

Cem Öncüloğlu, MD is a specialist in Gynecology & Obstetrics at Acibadem Kozyatagi Hospital in İstanbul, where he works within the Gynecology & Obstetrics unit. His subspecialty focus is the treatment of endometriosis. Alongside this, his practice covers menstrual irregularities, menstrual pain, premenstrual syndrome, polycystic ovary syndrome, ovarian endometrioma, ectopic pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, as well as obstetric care that includes epidural delivery and cesarean delivery. He has more than 39 years in medicine.

Dr. Öncüloğlu completed his secondary education at Avusturya High School in 1987 and graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1993. He completed his specialty training at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2001. His professional experience includes positions at Cordoba University from 1990 to 1991 and at Helsinki University from 1991 to 2000. He joined Acıbadem Healthcare Services in 2000. He is a member of the Turkish Gynecology Association, the İstanbul Laporoskopi Association and the İstanbul Medical Chamber.

Clinical focus

A central part of Dr. Öncüloğlu’s work is the evaluation and management of endometriosis, including ovarian endometrioma. Patients with this condition may present with menstrual pain, menstrual irregularities or other pelvic symptoms, and the diagnostic work-up typically involves a review of the patient’s history, a clinical examination and an assessment of existing imaging. Further information on the approach to this condition is available on the endometriosis treatment page. He also sees patients with polycystic ovary syndrome, premenstrual syndrome and sexually transmitted infections, and he manages ectopic pregnancy, a condition that requires timely assessment.

In obstetrics, Dr. Öncüloğlu’s expertise includes epidural delivery and cesarean delivery. The choice of delivery method depends on the individual clinical situation and is discussed with the patient during the course of care. As with all gynecological and obstetric conditions, the suitability of any particular treatment can only be determined after an individual assessment.

How Dr. Öncüloğlu works with international patients

Dr. Öncüloğlu consults in Turkish and English, and interpreters can be arranged for patients who speak other languages. Before a visit, the Acibadem international patient team coordinates the collection of prior reports and imaging, such as ultrasound or MRI reports, laboratory and pathology results, operative notes and discharge summaries, and arranges appointments and the hospital visit. A first consultation typically covers the patient’s history and symptoms, a review of existing imaging and previous treatments, a clinical examination and a discussion of the available options. Video consultation is available for international patients who wish to discuss their case before deciding whether to travel.