Snapshot Highlights
- Professor in Ear Nose and Throat at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
- Associate Professor at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
- Expertise in Ear, Nose and Throat Diseases
- Published research in Laryngoscope and Acta Anaesthesiol Scand
- Member of Turkish Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Association
Dr. HALUK OZKARAKAS
Professional Experience
Dr. Haluk Ozkarakas brings over two decades of dedicated experience in Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) medicine. He has held significant academic positions, including Professor in the Department of Ear Nose and Throat at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine starting in 2002, and previously as an Associate Professor from 1996. His clinical journey also includes valuable experience at Acıbadem Health Group and Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine, where he has contributed to the advancement of patient care and medical knowledge in the ENT field. His early career involved critical training and practice at Gülhane Military Medical Academy Haydarpaşa Training Hospital.
Education
Dr. Ozkarakas’s foundational medical education was completed at Ege University Faculty of Medicine between 1980 and 1986. He then pursued advanced specialization in Ear Nose and Throat Diseases at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital, completing his training in 1990. His academic career saw him achieve professorial ranks at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ear Nose and Throat, starting as an Assistant Professor in 1994, progressing to Associate Professor in 1996, and then to Professor in 2002.
Areas of Expertise and Research
Dr. Ozkarakas has a distinguished record of contributing to the field of Ear Nose and Throat diseases through extensive research and publications. His work spans critical areas such as the prevention and treatment of allergic rhinitis, and the histological responses of the larynx to various implant materials, including silicone, Gore-Tex, and irradiated cartilage. He has also investigated genetic correlations for hearing impairment, the causes of dysphagia related to congenital anomalies, and cases of lymphoma in the nasal cavity. His research on sensorineural hearing loss following spinal anesthesia and the effects of rheumatoid arthritis on middle ear ossicular joints further highlights his comprehensive understanding of audiology and otology. He has also explored management techniques for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.
Professional Memberships and Affiliations
Dr. Ozkarakas is an active participant in leading medical organizations, underscoring his commitment to professional development and collaboration. He is a valued member of the prestigious Institut Georges Portmann, the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Association, and the Turkish Ear Nose Throat Foundation. These affiliations demonstrate his dedication to staying at the forefront of advancements in ENT surgery and patient care.
Publications and Scholarly Contributions
Dr. Ozkarakas has made significant contributions to medical literature with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals. His published works include seminal articles on topics such as “New Horizons in the Prevention and Treatment of Allergic Rhinitis” in Türkiye Clinics J Int Med Sci, and detailed studies like “Soft Tissue Response of the Larynx to Silicone, Gore-Tex, and Irradiated Cartilage Implants” in The Laryngoscope. He has also co-authored research on genetic aspects of hearing loss, congenital anomalies affecting swallowing, lymphoma in the nasal cavity, and the impact of anesthesia on hearing. His scholarly output extends to book chapters, notably “Hearing Loss and Genetics,” further cementing his role as an expert in his field.