Neonatal Intensive Care Unit · Acibadem Atakent Hospital, İstanbul Prof. Dr. Serdar Beken
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Prof. Dr. Serdar Beken
Prof. Dr. Serdar Beken is a neonatology specialist in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Acıbadem Atakent Hospital. He cares for newborns with respiratory distress syndrome, prematurity-related conditions and hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy, with additional clinical interests in bronchopulmonary dysplasia and phototherapy.
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About Prof. Dr. Serdar Beken
Prof. Dr. Serdar Beken is a neonatology specialist working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Acıbadem Atakent Hospital. His clinical interests include respiratory distress syndrome, prematurity, hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy, bronchopulmonary dysplasia and phototherapy.
He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 2002, completed his paediatrics training at Hacettepe University İhsan Doğramacı Children’s Hospital in 2008, and completed neonatology training at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 2011. His career has included positions at Dr. Sami Ulus Maternity and Children’s Health and Diseases Training and Research Hospital, a clinical rotation at Hospital Universitario La Paz in Madrid, and Acıbadem Healthcare Services from 2015.
International families can expect neonatal intensive care delivered with attention to the individual needs of newborns and their families. Prof. Dr. Beken is a member of the European Society of Pediatric Research, the European Society of Neonatology, the Turkish Neonatology Association and the Paediatric Specialisation Association.
Clinical focus
What Dr. Beken treats and performs
Each item opens the condition or treatment page with the care pathway for international patients.
Conditions treated
- Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)
- Prematurity
- Hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy (HIE)
- Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD)
- Phototherapy
Procedures performed
Background
Education, career and memberships
Education & training
Education
- 2011Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Neonatoloji
- 2008Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Department of Child Health and Diseases
- 2002Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
Career
Professional Experience
- 2015Acıbadem Healthcare Services
- 2015Acıbadem University Atakent Hospital / Yrd.Doç.
- 2012–2015Dr. Sami Ulus Obstetrics and Gynecology, Child Health and Diseases Training and Research Hospital / Specialist Doctor
- 2011–2015Hospiatal Universitario La Paz Madrid, Spain / Clinical Rotation
- 2008–2011Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Subspecialty Research Assistant
- 2007–2008Hacettepe University, İhsan Doğramacı Children's Hospital / Pediatrics Chief Assistant
- 2002–2008Hacettepe University, İhsan Doğramacı Children's Hospital / Research Assistant Doctor
Memberships
Professional Memberships
- European Society of Pediatric Research (ESPR)
- Eurpean Society of Neonatology (ESN)
- Türk Neonatoloji Association
- Pediatrics Specialization Association (PUADER)
Selected publications
Selected Publications
- Association of vitamin D deficiency with acute lower respiratory tract infections in newborns. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2015; 19:1-5. Dinlen N, Zenciroglu A, Beken S, Dursun A, Dilli D, Okumuş N.
- The ProPre-Save Study: Effects of Probiotics and Prebiotics Alone or Combined on Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Very Low Birth Weight Infants. J Pediatr 2015; 166(3):545-51. Dilli D, Aydin B, Fettah ND, Özyazıcı E, Beken S, Zenciroğlu A, Okumuş N, Özyurt BM, İpek MŞ, Akdağ A, Turan Ö, Bozdağ Ş.
- Skinfold thickness of preterm newborns when they become late preterm infants. Nutr Clin Pract 2015; 30(2):266-73. Şimşek M, Ergenekon E, Beken S, Kulalı F, Ünal S, Kazancı E, Aktaş S, Altuntaş N, Hirfanoğlu İ, Türkyılmaz C, Koç E, Atalay Y.
- Mean platelet volume and uric acid levels in neonatal sepsis: Author’s reply. Ind J Pediatr 2015; 82:101. Aydın B, Dilli D, Zenciroğlu A, Karadağ N, Beken S, Okumuş N.
- Effect of Therapeutic Hypothermia on C-Reactive Protein Levels in Patientswith Perinatal Asphyxia. Am J Perinatol 2014 Nov 7. [Epub ahead of print, DOI: 10.1055/s-0034-1393933.] Okumuş N, Beken S, Aydin B, Erol S, Dursun A, Fettah N, Dilli D, Zenciroglu A.
- Successful medical treatment of segmental dilatation of duodenal bulb in an infant. Kafkas J Med Sci 2014; 4:121?123. Aydın B, Dilli D, Gökçe S, Beken S, Zenciroğlu A, Okumuş N.
- Development of hearing in the newborn and hearing screening tests. Bozok Medical Journal 2014; 4(3):57-62. Beken S, Önal E, Kemaloğlu Y.
- Main risk factors for mortality after cardiovascular interventions in newborns with critical congenital heart diseases. Turkish Journal of Pediatrics 2014; 8(2):79-85. Üstün N, Dilli D, Özgür S, Koç M, Zenciroğlu A, Beken S, Okumuş N.
- Prophylactic and selective surfactant administration in preterm infants aged 28 weeks and younger: a single center experience. Pam Med J 2014;7(3):184-188. Altuntas N, Koç E, Türkyılmaz C, Kulalı F, Beken S, Önal E, Ergenekon E, Atalay Y.
- Congenital ectropion in a collodion infant-case report. Turkiye Klinikleri J Ophthalmol 2013; 22(1): 60-64. Özer Altıaylık P, Gürkan A, Beken S, Okumuş N.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Serdar Beken's specialty?
Dr. Serdar Beken is a specialist in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit 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. Serdar Beken practise at?
Dr. Serdar Beken sees patients at Acibadem Atakent 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. Serdar Beken?
Consultations with Dr. Serdar Beken 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. Serdar Beken?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Serdar Beken 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. Serdar Beken?
Yes. Dr. Serdar Beken 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. Serdar Beken have?
Dr. Serdar Beken has around 24 years of professional experience in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. A summary of education, experience and professional memberships is available on this page.
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Serdar Beken?
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. Serdar Beken?
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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