Filiz Candan Topuz, MD

Filiz Candan Topuz, MD is a specialist in Gynecology & Obstetrics at Acibadem Dr. Sinasi Can (Kadikoy) Hospital in İstanbul, where she works within the Gynecology & Obstetrics unit. She has more than 36 years in medicine, and her practice covers both gynecological conditions and obstetric care, from menopause-related concerns to delivery. Menopause is listed as her subspecialty.

Dr. Topuz graduated from İstanbul University İstanbul Faculty of Medicine in 1990. She completed her specialty training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at İstanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 1997. After her specialty training she worked at Fatih Medical Park Hospital from 1997 to 2006, and she also practised as a private practice physician between 2000 and 2006. In 2006 she joined Hisar İntercontinental. Since 2017 she has been part of Acıbadem Healthcare Services.

Clinical focus

Menopause is the central area of Dr. Topuz’s clinical work. She evaluates women in the perimenopausal and postmenopausal periods and discusses the options that may be appropriate for their symptoms and overall health. Her gynecological practice also includes HPV, endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome, conditions that are usually assessed through the patient’s history, a clinical examination and a review of any existing test results before a plan is discussed.

In the surgical and procedural part of her practice, Dr. Topuz sees patients with uterine prolapse and performs hysterectomy where this is considered an appropriate option after evaluation. Vaginal tightening is also among the procedures she offers. On the obstetric side, her areas of expertise include epidural birth and cesarean delivery. Whether a particular procedure is suitable depends on the individual patient’s findings, and the possible benefits, risks and alternatives are discussed with the patient before any decision is made.

How Dr. Topuz works with international patients

Dr. Topuz 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, MRI or CT reports, laboratory and pathology results, operative notes and discharge summaries, and arranges appointments and the hospital visit itself. A first consultation with Dr. Topuz typically covers the patient’s history and symptoms, a review of existing imaging and previous treatments, a clinical examination and a discussion of the options that may be considered. Video consultation is available for international patients who wish to discuss their situation with Dr. Topuz before deciding whether to travel; in that setting she can review the documents provided and outline possible next steps, while any decision on treatment generally requires an in-person examination.