Snapshot Highlights
- Expert in Gynecology and Obstetrics with specialization in In Vitro Fertilization Centers.
- Over two decades of dedicated experience in women’s health.
- Published research in leading journals on gynecological oncology and prenatal diagnostics.
- Holds a PhD in Pharmacology from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine.
- Observer experience at Johns Hopkins University Kelly Center for Gynecologic Oncology.
Dr. FARUK ABIKE
Professional Experience
Dr. Faruk Abike brings over two decades of distinguished experience in Gynecology and Obstetrics, with a specialized focus on In Vitro Fertilization Centers. His career trajectory demonstrates a commitment to advancing women’s reproductive health. He currently practices at Acıbadem Health Group as of 2024. Prior to this, Dr. Abike served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Istanbul Science University Faculty of Medicine from 2014. His early specialist experience includes roles at Florence Nightingale Kadıköy Hospital (2012), Medicana International Ankara Hospital (2011-2012), and Bayındır Hospital (2007-2010). Notably, he also served as Chief Physician at Şarkikaraağaç State Hospital (2006-2007) and as a Specialist Doctor there (2003-2004). His foundational training included an Assistantship in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women’s Health Training and Research Hospital (1998-2003) and a period as a Medical Second Lieutenant at Ankara GATA Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (2004-2005).
Education and Advanced Training
Dr. Abike’s academic foundation is robust, culminating in a PhD in Pharmacology from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 2011. He pursued comprehensive medical education at Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine, graduating in 1998. His commitment to specialized knowledge in women’s health is further evidenced by his observer role at the esteemed Johns Hopkins University Kelly Center for Gynecologic Oncology in 2008. His postgraduate training also included extensive work at Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Gynecology and Obstetrics Training and Research Hospital (2003).
Professional Affiliations and Publications
A respected member of the medical community, Dr. Abike holds affiliations with prominent organizations such as the Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association, Gynecological Endoscopy Association, Society of Gynecological Oncologist, Istanbul Medical Chamber, and the Turkish Gynecological Oncology Association. His dedication to research is reflected in his numerous publications. Key contributions include work on the effectiveness of pelvic exenteration in cervical carcinomas, prenatal diagnostics of caudal regression syndrome, HPV infection and its relation to cervical lesions, and comparisons of cytological and histopathological results in abnormal cervical cytology. His research has appeared in journals such as the Turkish Journal of Gynecological Oncology, Open Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and the Journal of Virology & Microbiology, highlighting his expertise in gynecological oncology, HPV research, and reproductive health diagnostics.