Check Up & Wellness Center Assoc. Prof. Dr. Murat İçen
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About Assoc. Prof. Dr. Murat İçen
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Murat İçen is a Check Up & Wellness Center specialist at Acibadem Maslak Hospital, İstanbul, with 26+ years of experience.
He focuses on routine health check-ups, preventive health screening, and conditions including diabetic neuropathy, diabetes mellitus, psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, Behçet disease, rheumatoid arthritis, anemia, and Parkinson disease. He consults in Turkish and English and offers online video consultation.
Assoc. Prof. Murat İçen is a family medicine specialist with a strong academic and clinical background. He earned the title of Associate Professor of Family Medicine in 2013 and has continued to advance patient care and medical practice. Since 2022 he has been affiliated with Acibadem Health Group, contributing clinical expertise and leadership in primary care.
He is an active member of professional and alumni organizations, including the Turkish Medical Association, the Family Physicians Specialty Association of Turkey, the Robert College Alumni Association, and the Mayo Clinic Alumni Association. These memberships reflect his commitment to ongoing professional development, collaboration, and excellence in family medicine.
Clinical Focus
Areas of Expertise
Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.
Routine health check-upPreventive health screeningDiabetic neuropathyDiabetes mellitusPsoriasisAdult-onset psoriasisPsoriatic arthritisCardiovascular disease risk in psoriasisBehçet diseaseNeuro-Behçet disease headacheRheumatoid arthritisSystemic lupus erythematosus features in rheumatoid arthritisAnemiaParkinson disease
Background
Education
- 2013Associate Professor of Family Medicine
- 2009–2010Postdoc Visitor, Dermatology Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
- 2007–2009Postdoc Fellowship, Epidemiology Clinical Research Training Program Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
- 2005Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital Family Medicine
- 1998Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
Career
Professional Experience
- 2022Acibadem Health Group
- 2011Family Medicine, Istanbul Memorial Service Hospital
- 2010–2011Asst. Assoc., Department of Family Medicine, Istanbul Bilim University
- 2009–2010Research Fellow, Dermatology and Cutaneous Sciences, Micigan State University
- 2008–2009Research Fellow, Department of Health Sciences Research, Division of Epidemiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester
- 2007Research Trainee, Department of Health Sciences Research, Division of Epidemiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester
- 2006–2007Istanbul Surgical Hospital, Emergency Department
- 2005–2006Dz. K. Karamürselbey Training. Mrk. 30 Bedded Infirmary Polyclinic
- 2005Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital Besiktas District Polyclinic
- 2004Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital Diabetes and Endocrine Polyclinic
- 2003–2004Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital Psychiatry Clinic
- 2003Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital 2nd Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinic
- 2002–2003Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital Pediatrics Clinic
- 2001–2002Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital 2nd Surgery Clinic
- 2000–2001Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital 2nd Internal Medicine Clinic
Affiliations
Professional Memberships
- Turkish Medical Association
- Robert College Alumni Association
- Family Physicians Specialty Association of Turkey
- Mayo Clinic Alumni Association
Research
Selected Publications
- Diabetic Neuropathy. Türkiye Klinikleri J Fam Med-Special Topics 2015;6(l):38-45. İçen M.
- Risk and predictors of cardiovascular disease in psoriasis: a population-based study Int J Dermatol. 2013 Jan;52(l):32-40. doi: 10.1111/j. 1365-4632.2011,05430.x. Maradit-Kremers H, Dierkhising RA, Crowson CS, Icen M, Emste FC, McEvoy MT.
- Disease severity and therapy as predictors of cardiovascular risk in psoriasis: a population-based cohort study J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2012 Mar;26(3):336-43. Maradit-Kremers H, Icen M, Emste FC, Dierkhising RA, McEvoy MT.
- Global transcriptional analysis of psoriatic skin and blood confirms known disease-associated pathways and highlights novel genomic “hot spots” for differentially expressed genes Genomics. 2012 Jul;100(l):18-26. Epub 2012 May 11. Coda AB, Icen M, Smith JR, Sinha AA.
- Time trends in epidemiology and characteristics of psoriatic arthritis over 3 decades: a population-based study. J Rheumatol. 2009 Feb;36(2):361-7. Epub 2009 Jan 22. Wilson FC, Icen M, Crowson CS, McEvoy MT, Gabriel SE, Maradit Kremers H.
- The presentation of headache in neuro-Behçets disease: a case-series 2009 Mar;49(3):467-70. Kale N, Agaoglu J, Icen M, Yazici I, Tanik O.
- Epidemiology and clinical characteristics of Behcets disease in the United States: A population-based study Arthritis Rheum. 2009 Apr 29;61(5):600-604. Calamia KT, Wilson FC, Icen M, Crowson CS, Gabriel SE, Maradit Kremers H.
- Trends in incidence of adult-onset psoriasis over three decades: a population based study. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2009 Mar;60(3):394-401. Icen M, Crowson CS, McEvoy MT, Dann FJ, Gabriel SE, Maradit Kremers H.
- Incidence and clinical predictors of psoriatic arthritis in patients with psoriasis: a population-based study Arthritis Rheum. 2009 Feb 15;61(2):233-9. Wilson FC, Icen M, Crowson CS, McEvoy MT, Gabriel SE, Maradit Kremers H.
- Systemic lupus eiythematosus features in rheumatoid arthritis and their impact on overall mortality J Rheumatol. 2009 Jan;36(l):50-7. Icen M, Nicola P, Maradit Kremers H, Crowson CS, Gabriel SE.
- Anemia or low hemoglobin levels preceding Parkinson’s disease: a case-control study Neurology. 2009 Oct 27;73(17):1381-7. Savica R, Grossardt BR, Carlin JM, Icen M, Bower JH, Ahlskog JE, Maraganore DM, Steensma DP, Rocca WA
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Murat İçen's specialty?
Dr. Murat İçen is a specialist in Check Up & Wellness Center 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. Murat İçen practise at?
Dr. Murat İçen sees patients at in . The international patient team can confirm current availability and help you plan a consultation or visit.
What languages can I use when consulting Dr. Murat İçen?
Consultations with Dr. Murat İçen 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. Murat İçen?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Murat İçen 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. Murat İçen?
Yes. Dr. Murat İçen 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. Murat İçen have?
Dr. Murat İçen has around 26 years of professional experience in Check Up & Wellness Center. A summary of education, experience and professional memberships is available on this page.
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Murat İçen?
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. Murat İçen?
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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