Prof. Erdal Okur is a distinguished thoracic surgeon and academic with a profound commitment to treating chest diseases and advancing thoracic surgery. After advanced training at Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases Hospital, he earned his associate professorship in 2010. A key member of Acibadem Health Group since 2010, he expertly manages complex conditions involving the lungs and chest. Prof. Okur differentiates himself through active leadership in the medical community, serving as the Turkish representative for the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons. His memberships in leading Turkish societies for thoracic surgery and lung cancer underscore his dedication to cutting-edge research, education, and improving patient care standards in respiratory health.
Memberships
Prof. M.D. Erdal Okur is an active member of several esteemed medical organizations, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical guidelines and ethical practices.
European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS-Country Representative)
Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery
Turkish Thoracic Society
Respiratory Research Society of Turkey
Lung Cancer Association
Experience
With a career spanning + years, Prof. M.D. Erdal Okur has served in various esteemed medical centers, contributing to both outpatient and surgical care across a wide spectrum of cases.
Acibadem Health Group( 2010-01-01 Current)
Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Department of Thoracic Surgery(Deputy Chief of Clinic 2010-01-01 Current)
Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Department of Thoracic Surgery(Specialist, Chief Resident 2000-01-01 - 2010-01-01)
Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital(Deputy Chief Physician 2004-01-01 - 2009-01-01)
Washington Univercity General Thoracic Surgery, St. Louis(Observer Doctor 2007-01-01 Current)
Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Thoracic Surgery Clinic(Research Assistant 1995-01-01 - 2000-01-01)
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York(Observer Doctor 1999-01-01 Current)
Van Tuberculosis Dispensary, Kırklareli State Hospital Emergency Department(General Practitioner 1993-01-01 - 1995-01-01)
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