Inflammatory and Chronic Skin Disease
Evaluation and follow-up for recurrent, inflammatory, and immune-mediated conditions that benefit from long-term dermatologic care.
- Acne
- Rosacea
- Atopic dermatitis
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Seborrheic dermatitis
Prof. Dr. Başak Yalçın - One of the most experienced dermatologists in Çankaya, Ankara. Expert in clinical and cosmetic dermatology with over 90 peer-reviewed international publications.
Private dermatology practice in Ankara
Comprehensive dermatology care for skin, hair, scalp, and nail health.
Prof. Dr. Başak Yalçın offers private dermatology consultations in Çankaya, Ankara, caring for a wide range of skin, hair, scalp, and nail conditions as well as allergic, autoimmune, infectious, and pigment-related disorders.
- Acne, rosacea, eczema, and psoriasis
- Hair loss, scalp disease, and nail disorders
- Allergic, infectious, and autoimmune dermatology
- Pigment disorders, lesions, scars, and skin cancer care
Practice
A private practice built around clear diagnosis, broad clinical scope, and careful follow-up.
Patients often come in with concerns such as acne, eczema, rosacea, itching, pigment change, hair loss, or nail problems, yet the practice also addresses rarer and more complex dermatologic disease. The aim is to offer experienced, academically grounded care in a setting that feels personal, calm, and direct.
Areas of Care
Comprehensive dermatology care across common, chronic, and complex conditions.
Allergy, Itch, and Sensitivity
Assessment of allergic and reactive skin conditions, chronic itch, hives, eczema patterns, and sensitivity-driven complaints.
- Allergies
- Allergic eczema
- Hives (urticaria)
- Sun allergy
- Sensitive skin
- Itching (pruritus)
Hair, Scalp, and Nail Disorders
Broad dermatologic care for hair shedding, patchy loss, scalp symptoms, dandruff, nail disease, and periungual concerns.
- Hair loss
- Alopecia areata
- Pattern hair loss
- Dandruff
- Nail disorders
- Ingrown nails
Infections and Sexually Transmitted Conditions
Diagnosis and treatment of fungal, viral, parasitic, and sexually transmitted dermatologic conditions.
- Fungal infections
- Warts
- Genital warts
- HPV infection
- Scabies
- Cold sores (herpes simplex)
Pigment, Texture, and Visible Skin Change
Care for pigment disorders, visible lesions, scars, freckles, texture-related concerns, and other noticeable skin changes.
- Vitiligo
- Albinism
- Sun spots
- Freckles
- Xanthelasma
- Scars
Complex Dermatology and Surveillance
Assessment of complex disease patterns, rare conditions, suspicious lesions, autoimmune disease, and long-term monitoring needs.
- Skin cancer
- Behçet's disease
- Pemphigus
- Mycosis fungoides
- Morphea
- Scleroderma
Common Concerns
Some of the reasons patients most often seek consultation.
Acne and acne scars
From active breakouts to post-inflammatory marks and scarring pathways.
Rosacea and persistent redness
Evaluation of flushing, sensitivity, and rosacea-pattern facial inflammation.
Psoriasis and eczema
Longitudinal care for chronic inflammatory disease with flare-based follow-up.
Hair loss and alopecia
Scalp-focused assessment for shedding, alopecia areata, and patterned thinning.
Pigment change and vitiligo
Support for visible skin-tone changes, sun spots, freckles, and depigmenting disorders.
Nail disorders and ingrown nails
Care for nail plate change, periungual inflammation, and persistent nail symptoms.
Approach
Care shaped by academic dermatology training, clear communication, and long-term clinical judgment.
Care that starts with careful evaluation
Consultations are designed to understand the full clinical picture, not just the visible symptom. History, triggers, previous treatments, and current skin-care routines all matter.
Broad scope with focused decision-making
From common conditions such as acne or eczema to rarer autoimmune and inflammatory disorders, treatment planning is shaped by the condition itself and the patient's long-term needs.
Academic dermatology in a private-practice setting
The practice combines professor-level academic background with the directness and continuity of a private consultation setting.
About
Prof. Dr. Başak Yalçın
Prof. Dr. Başak Yalçın is a dermatologist with medical education at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, specialty training in Dermatology and Venereal Diseases, and graduate study in immunology. Her clinical and academic work spans acne, rosacea, psoriasis, Behçet's disease, vitiligo, nail disorders, autoimmune blistering disease, hair and scalp disorders, infectious dermatoses, and other complex skin conditions.
- Professor of dermatology
- Hacettepe University medical and specialty training
- Graduate education in immunology
- Peer-reviewed academic work across inflammatory, autoimmune, pigmentary, hair, nail, and infectious dermatology
Medical Education
Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English Program)
Ankara
Dermatology Specialty Training
Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Dermatology and Venereal Diseases
Ankara
Graduate Study in Immunology
Hacettepe University Graduate School of Health Sciences
Ankara
Patient Experience
Common questions about consultations, procedures, and follow-up.
From the initial evaluation to follow-up visits and administrative details — answers to the questions patients most frequently ask.
What happens at the first consultation?
The visit usually begins with a general dermatologic evaluation, review of symptoms, and discussion of the likely medical concern. Once the condition is explained, a treatment plan is outlined. If the visit is focused on cosmetic care, the consultation is used to assess the skin findings, understand the patient’s goals, and discuss the most appropriate options.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Patients are usually asked to bring prior medical history, a list of current medicines or treatments, and any previous biopsy or pathology results if these are available.
Are children and adolescents seen in the clinic?
Yes. Children and adolescents are also seen for dermatologic evaluation and follow-up.
Are biopsies and procedures performed in clinic?
Yes. Skin biopsies and a range of in-clinic medical or cosmetic procedures can be planned and performed in the clinic when clinically appropriate.
How are follow-up visits decided?
Follow-up timing is planned by the office according to the patient’s condition, the treatment being used, and how the response is progressing.
What if I need to cancel?
Cancellations are generally discouraged, but if an urgent situation makes attendance impossible, the office can help arrange a new appointment time.
Do you accept health insurance directly?
The practice does not bill health insurance directly. Patients may later contact their own insurance provider regarding reimbursement or related administrative questions.
Academic Work
Selected publications
Alongside clinical practice, Prof. Dr. Başak Yalçın has contributed to peer-reviewed dermatology literature across 88 listed publications spanning 1997 to 2021.
Hayran Y, İncel Uysal P, Öktem A, Aksoy GG, Akdoğan N, Yalçın B Factors affecting adherence and patient satisfaction with treatment: a cross-sectional study of 500 patients with acne vulgaris. J Dermatolog Treat. 2021 Feb;32(1):64-69.
Akdogan N, Dogan S, Incel-Uysal P, Karabulut E, Topcuoglu C, Yalcin B, Atakan N. Serum amyloid A and C-reactive protein levels and erythrocyte sedimentation rate are important indicators in hidradenitis suppurativa. Arch Dermatol Res. 2020 May;312(4):255-262.
Oktem A, Horzum U, Ertop P, Kundakci N, Akay BN, Yalcin B, Esendagli G. Clinical Relevance of Polymorphonuclear Myeloid-Derived Suppressor Cells in Autoimmune-Blistering Disorders Pemphigus Vulgaris and Bullous Pemphigoid. J Invest Dermatol. 2021 Mar;141(3):672-675.e1.
Hayran Y, Yalçın B. Smoking habits amongst patients with psoriasis and the effect of smoking on clinical and treatment-associated characteristics: A cross-sectional study. Int J Clin Pract. 2021 Feb;75(2):e13751.
Yorulmaz A, Yalcin B. Myths, Perceptions and Practices in Acne: A Study on Adolescents and Young Adults. Curr Health Sci J. 2020; 46(2):111-116.
Yorulmaz A, Yalcin B. Paronychia and Periungual Granulation as a Novel Side Effect of Ibrutinib: A Case Report..Skin Appendage Disord. 2020 Jan;6(1):32-36.
Contact
Visit the practice in Çankaya, Ankara.
Prof. Dr. Başak Yalçın Muayenehanesi is located in Maidan İş Merkezi in Mustafa Kemal Mahallesi, Çankaya. The address is listed below for patients planning their visit.
Prof. Dr. Başak Yalçın MuayenehanesiMustafa Kemal Mah. 2118. Cd.Maidan İş Merkezi C Blok Kat:5 No:48Çankaya, Ankara
For appointments and practice information, patients may contact the clinic directly.
Çankaya, Ankara
Prof. Dr. Başak Yalçın Muayenehanesi
- Private dermatology and venereology practice
- Located in Mustafa Kemal Mahallesi, Maidan İş Merkezi
- Broad care across common, chronic, and complex dermatologic disease