Thoracic Surgery · Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital, İstanbul Prof. Erdal Okur, MD
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Prof. Erdal Okur, MD
Prof. Erdal Okur, MD is a thoracic surgeon at Acibadem Bakırköy Hospital and Acibadem Ataşehir Hospital. He treats conditions involving the lungs, trachea, diaphragm, and chest wall, with clinical interests in lung and other thoracic cancers, tracheal surgery, and single-port VATS procedures.
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Accepting international patientsSpecialtyThoracic Surgery
DepartmentThoracic Surgery Department
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About Prof. Erdal Okur, MD
Prof. Erdal Okur, MD is a thoracic surgeon at Acibadem Bakırköy Hospital and Acibadem Ataşehir Hospital. His clinical interests include tracheal surgery, single-port VATS, lung surgery, diaphragm disorders, chest wall tumors, and lung and other thoracic cancers.
He graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 1992 and completed his thoracic surgery training at Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital in 2000. He became an Associate Professor in 2010 and has held roles including specialist physician, chief assistant, deputy clinic chief, and deputy chief physician. He also completed observerships in general thoracic surgery at Washington University in St. Louis and at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York.
International patients can expect a thoracic surgery consultation focused on understanding their diagnosis and discussing surgical options for lung, airway, chest wall, diaphragm, and thoracic cancer conditions. Prof. Okur provides care within the Thoracic Surgery units at Acibadem Bakırköy and Ataşehir Hospitals.
Clinical focus
What Dr. Okur treats and performs
Each item opens the condition or treatment page with the care pathway for international patients.
Conditions treated
- Diaphragm disorders
- Chest wall tumors
- Lung surgery
- Lung cancer
- Thoracic cancers
Procedures performed
- Tracheal surgery
- Single-port VATS
- Lung cancer treatment
- Cardiothoracic surgery
Background
Education, career and memberships
Education & training
Education
- 2010Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professor
- 2000Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital Thoracic Surgery
- 1992Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
Career
Professional Experience
- 2010Acıbadem Healthcare Services
- 2010Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Thoracic Surgery Clinic / Deputy Chief of Clinic
- 2007Washington Univercity General Thoracic Surgery, St. Lousis / Observer Physician
- 2004–2009Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Deputy Chief Physician
- 2000–2010Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Thoracic Surgery Clinic / Specialist Physician, Chief Assistant
- 1999Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York / Observer Physician
- 1995–2000Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Thoracic Surgery Clinic / Research Assistant
- 1993–1995Van Tuberculosis Dispensary, Kırklareli State Hospital Emergency Department / General Practitioner
Memberships
Professional Memberships
- European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS-Country Representative)
- Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery
- Türk Toraks Association
- Turkish Respiratory Research Society
- Akciğer Kanserleri Association
Selected publications
Selected Publications
- Comparison of the single or double chest tube applications after pulmonary lobectomies. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2009; 35: 32-36. Okur E, Baysungur V, Tezel C, Sevilgen G, Ergene G, Gokce M, Halezeroglu S.
- Recurrent Pulmonary Hydatid Disease: Analysis of Ten Cases. Surg Today 2008; 38: 983-986. Arinc S, Alpay L, Okur E, Koksal C, Sogukpinar 0, Kosif A, Halezeroglu S.
- Pleural tenting following upper lobectomies or bilobectomies of the lung to prevent residual air space and prolonged air leak. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2001; 20: 1012-1015. Okur E, Kir A, Halezeroglu S, Alpay AL, Atasalihi A.
- Unusual intrathoracic location of a primary germ cell tumor. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2002; 22: 651-653. Okur E, Halezeroglu S, Somay A, Atasalihi A.
- Iatrogenic tracheal rupture during intubation with a double-lumen tube. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2010; 58: 54-6. Tezel C, Okur E, Baysungur V.
- Respiratory System Surgery and Nursing Care. Surgical Diseases and Nursing Care, Editor Prof. Mehmet Mihmanlı. Sakarya University Rectorate Press House 2007. Erdal Okur, Semih Halezaroğlu.
- An unusual presentation of Casteman’s disease. Respirology 2010; 15: 1012-4. Baysungur V, Tezel C, Okur E, Ergene G, Ozvaran K, Halezeroglu S.
- The autologous pleural buttressing of staple lines in surgery for bullous lung disease. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg. 20 I 0: 38; 679-82. Baysungur V, Tezel C, Ergene G, Sevilgen G, Okur E, Uskul B, Halezeroglu S.
- Thoracic surgery practices in our hospital in 2006: Analysis of 1532 patients. Turkish Journal of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery 2008; 16: 179-182. Erdal Okur, Altan Kır, Erdal Taşçı, Murat Keleş, İrfan Yalçınkaya, Cemal Asım Kutlu, AIi Atasalihi, Semih Halezeroglu.
- Video Assisted Thoracoscopy Türkiye Klinikleri J Int Med Sci 2006,2:42-47. Erdal Okur, Semih Halezeroglu.
- Bronchial Adenomas (Section XIII.) Thoracic Surgery, Editor Prof. Dr. İlker Ökten. 2003 Sim Matbaacılık Ankara. Op Dr. Erdal Okur, Assoc. Dr. Semih Halezeroğlu.
- A Patient with massive hemoptysis treated by videothoracopscopic clipping of the causative artery. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg.201O: 58; 253-254. E Okur, I Dilek, A Saygi, S Halezeroglu.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Okur's specialty?
Dr. Okur is a specialist in Thoracic Surgery 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. Okur practise at?
Dr. Okur sees patients at Acibadem Bakirkoy 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. Okur?
Consultations with Dr. Okur 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. Okur?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Okur 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. Okur?
Yes. Dr. Okur 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. Okur have?
Dr. Okur has around 34 years of professional experience in Thoracic Surgery. A summary of education, experience and professional memberships is available on this page.
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Okur?
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. Okur?
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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