Dr. Hakan Korkmaz

Dr. Hakan Korkmaz is an exceptional ENT surgeon with over 32 years of experience in otorhinolaryngology (ENT). He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1988 and completed his specialization in Otorhinolaryngology at the same institution in 1989. Dr. Korkmaz’s dedication to the field led him to further his expertise internationally, including a Clinical Fellowship at Wayne State University in Michigan, USA in 1998, where he spent two years working in the Department of Ear, Nose, and Throat. During this time, he participated in over 400 head and neck surgeries and trained several residents.

His specializations include treating laryngeal cancers, managing voice disorders, sleep apnea, and performing advanced nasal surgeries for conditions such as nasal septum deviation and nasal polyps. He also provides treatment for salivary gland cancers and various head and neck disorders, with a particular focus on pediatric ENT conditions.

As a member of many prestigious professional associations, including the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Association, the Turkish Rhinology Association, and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head Neck Surgery, Dr. Korkmaz remains actively engaged in advancing the field of ENT surgery.

Dr. Korkmaz has been involved in several groundbreaking research projects related to head and neck surgery, laryngeal cancers, and sleep apnea treatment. He has authored 9 international publications in peer-reviewed journals, with research focusing on improving surgical techniques for voice disorders, pediatric ENT diseases, and salivary gland cancer.

He has also been part of multiple clinical trials evaluating the effectiveness of robotic surgery and minimally invasive techniques in treating nasal deformities and goiters. Dr. Korkmaz’s research contributions have been presented at numerous global conferences, further solidifying his position as a leader in the field.

• Excellence in Head and Neck Surgery – Turkish Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Association (2014)

• Top Specialist in Laryngeal Cancer Treatment – Awarded by the European Society of Otorhinolaryngology (2016)

• Outstanding Contribution to Pediatric ENT – Turkish Society of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology (2017)

• Best Surgeon in Snoring and Sleep Apnea – Recognized by the American Academy of Otolaryngology (2019)

Dr. Korkmaz has authored several scientific articles and book chapters on head and neck surgeries, laryngeal cancer, sleep apnea treatments, and salivary gland diseases. One of his key publications, "Advancements in Laryngeal Cancer Surgery and Voice Restoration," was published in The Journal of Laryngology & Otology (2018). This paper discussed modern techniques in laryngectomy and voice prosthesis insertion for patients with laryngeal cancer.

Additionally, Dr. Korkmaz has contributed to studies on minimally invasive surgeries for sleep apnea and facial paralysis, and his research continues to shape treatment guidelines in ENT surgery.