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A holistic, scientific and patient-centered approach to diabetic foot and chronic wound treatment.

Prof. Dr. Aytaç Çetinkaya
Prof. Dr.
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Prof. Dr. Aytaç Çetinkaya

Prof. Dr. Aytaç Çetinkaya has more than 20 years of experience in the treatment of diabetic foot infections, infectious diseases and clinical microbiology. He offers patients a multidisciplinary and holistic approach that addresses not only the wound but all underlying causes of the disease.

Doctor Resume

Graduated from Faculty of Medicine and Year

  • Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Faculty of Military Medicine, 1999

Place and Year of Specialization Training

  • Department of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology, Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, 2006
  • Gülhane Institute of Health Sciences, Blood Banking and Transfusion Medicine, Master’s Degree with Thesis, 2016

Post Graduation Duties

  • Internal Security Brigade Hozat/Tunceli, Compulsory Service, General Practitioner, 2000-2002
  • Chief of General Staff, Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Faculty of Medicine, Internal Departments, Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology, 2002-2006
  • Kocaeli, Derince Military Hospital, Infectious Diseases Specialist, 2006-2012
  • Acibadem Kocaeli Hospital, 2006-2012
  • Gülhane Military Medical Academy Blood Bank Directorate Immunohematology and Blood Components Laboratory, GATA Blood Bank Immunohematology and Blood Components Laboratory, Responsible Doctor, 2012-2014
  • Isparta Military Hospital, 2014-2015
  • Gülhane Military Medical Academy, GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital Command, Department of Internal Diseases, Infectious Diseases Service, Assistant Professor, 2015-2016
  • University of Health Sciences, Istanbul Sultan Abdülhamid Han Health Practice and Research Center, Department of Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Assistant Professor, 2015-2020
  • University of Health Sciences, Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Associate Professor, 2020-2023

Medical Interests and Specialties

  • Diabetic Foot Infections
  • Orthopedic Infections
  • Viral Hepatitis
  • HIV
  • Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
  • Rational Antibiotic Use
  • Antibiotic Resistance
  • Intensive Care Infections and Fungal Infections

Prof. Dr. Aytaç Çetinkaya | Diabetic Foot & Chronic Wound Care

Patient-Centered Approach

Our Values

With 20+ years of experience in diabetic foot treatment, we use the best treatment methods for our patients' health.

  • Expertise

    Expert doctor in diabetic foot infections

  • Patient-Centered

    Personalized treatment for each patient's specific condition

  • Reliability

    Reliable, fair and equitable healthcare services

Our Treatment Philosophy

Diabetic foot is a complex condition requiring the combined assessment of blood sugar control, circulation, infection, nerve damage and wound care. We evaluate each patient individually, regard amputation as a last resort, and prioritize limb salvage.

  • Multidisciplinary team and holistic assessment
  • Current, evidence-based (IWGDF/IDSA) treatment protocols
  • Patient-centered, transparent communication
  • Prevention of recurrence through early diagnosis and regular follow-up

Why Is Early Diagnosis Important?

Diabetic foot wounds often start painlessly and can progress without the patient noticing. Correct intervention in the early period both shortens healing time and greatly reduces the risk of serious complications and amputation.

Treatment delivered at the right time with the right team often means saving a limb.

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