DR. BASAK KARBEK BAYRAKTAR

Prof. Dr. Bayraktar is recognized for her comprehensive and patient-centered approach to endocrine care. She specializes in the management of diabetes, thyroid diseases, congenital adrenal disorders, obesity, and complex metabolic conditions. Alongside her clinical practice, she actively contributes to public health education through media platforms and maintains strong academic involvement with internationally recognized scientific publications.

She is an active member of leading professional organizations, including the Endocrine Society (ENDO) and the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism, reflecting her commitment to evidence-based and up-to-date endocrine care.

Areas of Expertise

• Diabetes diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management
• Thyroid disorders (hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, nodules)
• Congenital adrenal hyperplasia and adrenal gland diseases
• Obesity and metabolic syndrome
• Hormonal and endocrine testing and follow-up

Education

• MD & Internal Medicine Specialization, Ondokuz Mayıs University (1998–2002)
• Fellowship in Endocrinology & Metabolism, Ondokuz Mayıs University (2002–2008)

Professional Experience

• Endocrinologist, Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, Istanbul (Current)
• Faculty member and Endocrinology specialist at Ondokuz Mayıs University
• Endocrinology and Metabolism specialist at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital
• Over two decades of experience in academic medicine, tertiary hospitals, and specialized endocrine clinics