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Dr. Sancak Yuksel earned his medical degree at the Hacettepe University School of Medicine in Ankara, Turkey. He completed his otorhinolaryngology residency and an advanced fellowship in head-neck and skull base surgery at the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine in Istanbul, Turkey. He served as a research fellow in the Basic Science Laboratory of the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and worked in numerous National Institutes of Health-funded projects focused on the middle ear and eustachian tube pathophysiology. He completed a two-year clinical fellowship in the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. A member of American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Yuksel’s clinical interests include pediatric ear diseases, cochlear implantation, newborn and pediatric swallowing and airway problems, and congenital head and neck lesions. Dr. Yuksel is an assistant professor in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School. Previously he served as an instructor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
Dr. Yuksel is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pierre Robin Sequence, Cholesteatoma, Choanal Atresia, Adenoidectomy, and Gastrostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sancak Yuksel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sancak Yuksel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sancak Yuksel by calling their office at 713-486-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sancak Yuksel a top-rated expert for Pierre Robin Sequence?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sancak Yuksel is classified as an Advanced expert for Pierre Robin Sequence, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Sancak Yuksel specialize in?
While Dr. Sancak Yuksel is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Pierre Robin Sequence, Cholesteatoma, and Choanal Atresia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Sancak Yuksel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sancak Yuksel has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pierre Robin Sequence. You can view a list of Dr. Sancak Yuksel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sancak Yuksel accept my insurance?
Dr. Sancak Yuksel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- CholesteatomaDr. Yuksel isAdvanced. Learn about Cholesteatoma.
- Pierre Robin SequenceDr. Yuksel isAdvanced. Learn about Pierre Robin Sequence.
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- AdenoidectomyDr. Yuksel isExperienced. Learn about Adenoidectomy.
- Auditory Processing DisorderDr. Yuksel isExperienced. Learn about Auditory Processing Disorder.
- Aural PolypsDr. Yuksel isExperienced. Learn about Aural Polyps.
- Autosomal Cleft PalateDr. Yuksel isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Cleft Palate.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Yuksel isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Choanal AtresiaDr. Yuksel isExperienced. Learn about Choanal Atresia.