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Prof. Dr. Semra Kahraman

Prof. Dr. Semra Kahraman

IVF Treatment

45+

Years of Experience

5+Reviews

Across Internet

5.0

Average Rating

About Prof. Dr. Semra Kahraman

Prof. Dr. Semra Kahraman is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and the Director of the ART & Reproductive Genetics Center at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey - the largest such facility in the country, with over 4,000 cycles every year and a national IVF training center. Being one of the pioneers in reproductive medicine in Turkey, she has practiced since 1981, and is considered a pioneer internationally in the field of assisted reproductive technologies and preimplantation genetic testing.

Professional Background

  • Experience/ Years of Work: Since 1981.
  • First Clinic:Head of IVF Department in Memorial Şişli Hospital since 2000.
  • Based In: Istanbul, Turkey.

Innovations & Contributions

The career of Prof. Kahraman is characterized by a trail of firsts in the field of reproductive medicine and genetics both on the national and international levels.

  • First ICSI Pregnancy: Turkey: The first successful pregnancy using micro-injection (ICSI) was achieved in Turkey, which has been noted in the official institutional history of Memorial Hospital.
  • Embryonic Stem Cell Isolation: First to isolate and establish human embryonic stem cell lines in Turkey, 11 lines of which have been internationally recognized.
  • PGT pioneering: launched Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) of single gene disorders, HLA typing and aneuploidy screening in Turkey.
  • PGDIS Leadership: Co-Founding Board Member and former President of the Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis International Society (PGDIS); co-chair of the 12th International PGDIS Conference in Istanbul (2013).
  • Awards: Lifetime Achievement Award, Turkish Society of Reproductive Medicine; ASRM Star Awards (2017, 2018); 2014 Grant of Innovations in Fertility Treatment (Munich); Medical Travel Journal International Hospital of the Year (2015, London).
  • Publications:Author of more than 100 peer-reviewed publications in such journals as Fertility and sterility, Reproductive BioMedicine online, European Journal of Human Genetics.

Good to know

Speciality

• IVF Treatment• Gynecology Treatment• Fertility Treatment• Stem Cell Therapy

Language Spoken

• Turkish• English

Awards

  • • Lifetime Achievement Award
  • • Star Award
  • • Best Researcher Award
  • • Scientific Encouragement Awards

Director, IVF & Reproductive Genetics Center

1999 - Present

Associate Professor

Professor

Director of ART

All Procedures Performed by Prof. Dr. Semra Kahraman
IVF Treatment

IVF Treatment

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Gynecology Treatment

Gynecology Treatment

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Fertility Treatment

Fertility Treatment

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Stem Cell Therapy

Stem Cell Therapy

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45+ years of experiencePrimary speciality - IVF Treatment
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Anonymous

5.0• Mar 2026• GOOGLE
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Excellent international patient support. Coming from Dubai, the logistics were handled by her staff perfectly. Dr. Semra’s expertise in andrology and genetics is why we chose her. She is the gold standard for fertility in Turkey. A pioneer who still cares. We had our first 'miracle' baby with her in 2010 and came back in 2025 for a second. Even in 2026, she is still leading the field with new warming techniques for frozen blastocysts. She is a blessing to families. The Memorial Şişli team is like a well-oiled machine. While the Professor is very busy, her oversight is everywhere. She explained every technical detail of the embryo selection process. It was the first time a doctor was truly honest with us about our odds. Professor Kahraman is a scientist first. She didn't just suggest a standard protocol; she analyzed our genetic history and used PGT-M to ensure our baby wouldn't inherit a family condition. Her professionalism and politeness are unmatched. Traveling from France for IVF was a big decision, but Dr. Semra’s reputation precedes her. She is incredibly calm and detailed. In 2026, her clinic feels like the most advanced lab in Europe. We are now 12 weeks pregnant after three failed attempts elsewhere.

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Anonymous

5.0• Mar 2026• GOOGLE
GOOGLE

A pioneer who still cares. We had our first 'miracle' baby with her in 2010 and came back in 2025 for a second. Even in 2026, she is still leading the field with new warming techniques for frozen blastocysts. She is a blessing to families.

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Anonymous

5.0• Feb 2026• GOOGLE
GOOGLE

The Memorial Şişli team is like a well-oiled machine. While the Professor is very busy, her oversight is everywhere. She explained every technical detail of the embryo selection process. It was the first time a doctor was truly honest with us about our odds.

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Anonymous

5.0• Mar 2026• GOOGLE
GOOGLE

Professor Kahraman is a scientist first. She didn't just suggest a standard protocol; she analyzed our genetic history and used PGT-M to ensure our baby wouldn't inherit a family condition. Her professionalism and politeness are unmatched.

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Anonymous

5.0• Feb 2026• GOOGLE
GOOGLE

Traveling from France for IVF was a big decision, but Dr. Semra’s reputation precedes her. She is incredibly calm and detailed. In 2026, her clinic feels like the most advanced lab in Europe. We are now 12 weeks pregnant after three failed attempts elsewhere.

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Prof. Dr. Semra Kahraman

Prof. Dr. Semra Kahraman

Semra Kahraman has been practicing medicine since 1988, giving them over 37 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Director, IVF & Reproductive Genetics Center and have built a focused career in director of ivf & reproductive genetics, memorial şişli hospital.

Prof. Dr. Semra Kahraman

Prof. Dr. Semra Kahraman

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IVF treatment costs vary based on the protocol, number of cycles, and whether donor eggs or sperm are required. Treatment with Semra Kahraman is generally more affordable than in the UK or US, and CureMeAbroad can arrange a personalized cost breakdown including consultations, medications, and laboratory fees.

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