Erkan Aktas worked as a Gynaecologist and Obstetrician in Turkey for many years, alongside developing experience in the translation of medical articles and books.
He now provides health tourism consultancy in London, supporting patients exploring treatment options in Turkey, particularly in in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and other areas of healthcare. His work combines extensive medical experience with an understanding of the importance of clear communication and informed decision-making.
Education and Specialist Training
High School:
Niwot High School, Longmont, Colorado, USA | 1983
Medical Degree (MD):
Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey | 1990
Residency Training:
Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Istanbul, Turkey | 1990–1995
Awards and Academic Achievements
"After 30 years in medicine, working in a different country has been both an exciting new chapter and a valuable opportunity to broaden my professional horizons. It has allowed me to apply my experience in new areas of healthcare, combining my medical background with a commitment to supporting patients and healthcare professionals through consultancy, medical translation and cross-cultural communication."
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Graduated from medical school in the top 1% of the class
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Ranked among the top ten students nationwide in the Medical Sciences Competition in both 1990 and 1991.
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Ranked 8th out of 15,000 candidates in the National Residency Examination
Medical Writing and Editing
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Ixir Healthcare Communications, Istanbul, Turkey
Medical Writer and Medical Editor (Part-time) | 2010–2019
Book Translations (English to Turkish)
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Mother and Baby Care - A guide for pregnant women
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A Color Atlas of Childbirth and Obstetrics Techniques - A textbook for midwives)
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Quiet Impact: How to Be a Successful Introvert
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The Gut-Mind Connection
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Evolving Brains, Emerging Gods
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The Neuroscientist Who Lost Her Mind
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Memory-wise: How Memory Works and What to Do When It Doesn’t
Books Authored and Published in Turkish
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Nelere gebesiniz?
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Giriş Katı
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Yağ ya da Mur
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Menopoz: Girdiginize Pisman Olmayın (Pending Publication)