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Prof. Dr. Rüştü Serter Endocrinology

Prof. Dr. Rüştü Serter

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Endocrinology

Prof. Dr. Rüştü Serter

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40+ years experienceLanguages: Turkish, EnglishOnline consultationAcibadem Fulya Hospital · İstanbul
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Prof. Dr. Rüştü Serter
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Prof. Dr. Rüştü Serter is an endocrinology specialist at Acıbadem Fulya Hospital. He provides care for endocrine and metabolic conditions, with professional involvement in diabetes, obesity and nutrition. His clinical background includes internal medicine and endocrinology and metabolic diseases.

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About Prof. Dr. Rüştü Serter

Prof. Dr. Rüştü Serter is an endocrinology specialist at Acıbadem Fulya Hospital, providing care in endocrinology and metabolic diseases. His professional interests are reflected in his involvement with national and international diabetes, endocrinology, obesity and nutrition organizations.

He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1986 and completed internal medicine training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. He subsequently pursued subspecialty training in endocrinology and metabolic diseases, held senior clinical roles at Ankara Training and Research Hospital and Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital, and joined Acıbadem Healthcare Services in 2010.

International patients can expect consultation with an experienced endocrinologist whose background includes internal medicine and endocrinology practice. Care is planned around the patient’s endocrine and metabolic health needs, with attention to clear clinical assessment and follow-up.

Clinical Focus

Areas of Expertise

Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.

DiabetesEndocrine and metabolic diseasesObesityNutritionInternal medicine
Background

Education

  • 1996Ankara Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital / Associate Professor
  • 1996Ankara Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital Endokrinoloji ve Metabolizma Hastalıkları
  • 1991Ankara Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital İç Hastalıkları
  • 1986Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
Career

Professional Experience

  • 2010Acıbadem Healthcare Services
  • 2006–2010Ankara Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital İç Hastalıkları, Klinik Şef
  • 2005–2006Ankara Onkoloji Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital İç Hastalıkları, Klinik Şef
  • 1998–2005Ankara Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital Endokrinoloji ve Metabolizma Kliniği, Şef Yardımcısı
  • 1996–1998Ankara Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital Endokrinoloji ve Metabolizma Kliniği, Chief Assistant
  • 1993–1996Ankara Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital Endokrinoloji ve Metabolizma Kliniği, Yan Dal Uzmanlığı
  • 1991–1993Ankara Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital İç Hastalıkları, Chief Assistant
  • 1987–1991Ankara Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital İç Hastalıkları,Uzmanlık Eğitimi
  • 1986–1987Gaziantep S.S.K. Dispanseri
Affiliations

Professional Memberships

  • Diabetes Federation (IDF)
  • European Society of Endocrinology (ESE)
  • European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD)
  • Mediterranean Group for the Study of Diabetes (MGSD)
  • Turkish Endocrinology and Metabolism Association
  • Obesity, Nutrition and Diabetes Association
  • National Nutrition Platform Association
  • Türkiye Diyabet Vakfı Mütevelli Heyeti
  • Turkish Obesity Foundation
Research

Selected Publications

  • A case with Fever of Unknown Origin Diagnosed as Wegener’s Granulomatosis. Turkish Journal of Rheumatology; 25(3): 159-161,2010 Bayrak E, Donderici O, Serter R, et al.
  • Serum Fibroblast growth factor 21 Levels in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Gynecological Endocrinology 26(11): 819-826,2010 Gorar S, Culha C, Uc Z, Dellal F, Serter R, Aral S, Aral Y.
  • Effects of L-thyroxine Replacement Therapy on Carotid Intima-media Thickness in Patients with Primary Hypothyroidism. Cakal E, Turgut AT, Demirbas B, Ozkaya M, Cakal B, Serter R, Aral Y. Exp Clin Endocrinol Diabetes 2009 ; 117: 294
  • Association of Hypoadiponectinemia with Metabolic Syndrome in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Gulcelik NE, Aral Y, Serter R, Koc G, Journal of the National Medical Association;100(1):64-68,2008
  • Association of Hypoadiponectinemia with Metabolic Syndrome in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Gulcelik NE, Aral Y, Serter R, Koc G. Journal of the National Medical Association;100(1):64-68,2008
  • Metabolic Syndrome (book). R.Serter (editor). Scientific Medicine Publishing House; Ankara,2008
  • Comparison of the clinical efficacy of flutamide and spironolactone plus ethinyloestradiol cyproterone acetate in the treatment of hirsutism: A randomized controlled study. Adv Ther. 2008; 25(4): 321-328,2008 Karakurt F, Sahin I, Guler S, Demirbas B, Culha C, Serter R, Aral Y, Bavbek N.
  • Homocysteine and Fibrinogen changes with L-thyroxine in subclinical Hypothyroid patients. J Korean Med Sci; 22: 431-5,2007 Cakal B, Cakal E, Demirbas B, Ozkaya M, Karaahmetoglu S, Serter R, Aral Y.
  • Adiponectin is an independent determinant of insulin resistance in women withpolicystic ovary Syndrome. Gulcelik NE, Aral Y, Serter R, Demir Y, Culha C, Gynecol Endocrinol. 22(9):511-5,2006
  • Helicobacter pylori prevalence in diabetic patients and its relationship with dyspepsia and autonomic neuropathy. Gulcelik NE, Kaya E, Demirbas B, Culha C, Koc G, Ozkaya M, Cakal E, Serter R, Aral Y, J Endocrinol Invest. 28:214-217,2005
  • The effect of L-thyroxine replacement therapy on lipid-based cardiovascular risk in subclinical hypothyroidism Serter R, Demirbas B, Korukluoglu B, Culha C, Cakal E, Aral Y. J Endocrinol Invest. 27:897-903,2004
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Rüştü Serter's specialty?
Dr. Rüştü Serter is a specialist in Endocrinology 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. Rüştü Serter practise at?
Dr. Rüştü Serter sees patients at Acibadem Fulya 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. Rüştü Serter?
Consultations with Dr. Rüştü Serter 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. Rüştü Serter?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Rüştü Serter 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. Rüştü Serter?
Yes. Dr. Rüştü Serter 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. Rüştü Serter have?
Dr. Rüştü Serter has around 40 years of professional experience in Endocrinology. A summary of education, experience and professional memberships is available on this page.
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Rüştü Serter?
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. Rüştü Serter?
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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