Prof. M.D. Rüştü Serter
Prof. Rüştü Serter is a distinguished endocrinologist with a long-standing career dedicated to the care of patients with metabolic diseases. He earned his associate professorship in 1996 and has been a key member of the Acibadem Health Group since 2010. His clinical expertise focuses on diabetes, obesity, nutrition, and a wide range of endocrine disorders. Prof. Serter is deeply engaged in the professional community, holding memberships in prestigious organizations such as the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), European Society of Endocrinology (ESE), and European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD). He combines his extensive clinical practice with collaborative research and active policy engagement, contributing significantly to improving prevention, treatment, and patient education in metabolic health. His holistic approach ensures patients receive comprehensive, up-to-date care grounded in both experience and the latest scientific advancements.
Memberships
Prof. M.D. Rüştü Serter is an active member of several esteemed medical organizations, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical guidelines and ethical practices.
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 Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism
- Obesity, Nutrition and Diabetes Association
- National Nutrition Platform Association
- Turkish Diabetes Foundation Board of Trustees
- Turkish Obesity Foundation
Experience
With a career spanning + years, Prof. M.D. Rüştü Serter 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)
- Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine, Clinical Chief( 2006-01-01 - 2010-01-01)
- Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine, Clinical Chief( 2005-01-01 - 2006-01-01)
- Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinic, Deputy Chief( 1998-01-01 - 2005-01-01)
- Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinic, Chief Resident( 1996-01-01 - 1998-01-01)
- Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinic, Subspecialization( 1993-01-01 - 1996-01-01)
- Ankara Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine, Chief Resident( 1991-01-01 - 1993-01-01)
- Ankara Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine, Residency Training( 1987-01-01 - 1991-01-01)
- Gaziantep S.S.K. Dispensary( 1986-01-01 - 1987-01-01)
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Prof. M.D. Rüştü Serter, a renowned Endocrinologist in Istanbul, practices at Acibadem Fulya Hospital, Istanbul. You can consult the doctor for expert and personalized care.
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Patient Experience
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As a 24-year-old competitive freediver, my sudden diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency after a blackout during a training dive was devastating. Dr. Rüştü Serter didn't just treat my hormone levels—he collaborated with my sports physiologist to create a treatment plan that allowed me to safely return to depth diving within six months, something three other endocrinologists had told me was impossible.
My 82-year-old mother, a retired botanist with complex thyroid nodules and severe osteoporosis, needed someone who would listen to her detailed observations about how each medication affected her. Dr. Serter spent our first appointment examining her botanical sketches and connecting her symptoms to her meticulous notes. His personalized approach stabilized her condition without compromising her cognitive sharpness.
During a family vacation from Germany, our 7-year-old son developed sudden diabetic ketoacidosis. Dr. Serter managed the emergency at Acibadem Fulya Hospital while simultaneously calming our panic, creating a German-Turkish care plan, and coordinating with our home hospital. His cross-border follow-up ensured a seamless transition back to our regular care team.
As a 45-year-old transgender woman undergoing hormone therapy, I struggled with unexpected metabolic complications that several doctors dismissed as 'expected side effects.' Dr. Serter was the first to thoroughly investigate, discovering an underlying pituitary issue unrelated to my transition. His respectful, evidence-based approach addressed the real problem while supporting my gender-affirming care.
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