Prof. Kültegin Ögel, M.D.

Prof. Dr. Kültegin Ögel is one of Türkiye's leading Psychiatrists and internationally recognized experts in addiction psychiatry, adolescent mental health, and substance use disorders. With more than 30 years of clinical, academic, and research experience, he has played a pioneering role in developing addiction treatment programs and mental health policies in Türkiye. He currently serves as the Medical Director of Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital and is a faculty member at Istanbul Kent University. Education & Academic Titles Professor of Psychiatry Psychiatry Residency, Bakırköy Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Hospital (1992) MD, Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Graduate of TED Ankara College Professional Experience Medical Director, Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital Faculty Member, Istanbul Kent University Chair of the Department of Psychiatry, Acıbadem University Faculty Member, Boğaziçi University Faculty Member, Okan University Director, ÇEMATEM (Child and Adolescent Center for Substance Abuse Treatment), Bakırköy Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Hospital Psychiatrist, AMATEM (Alcohol and Drug Addiction Research, Treatment and Training Center), Bakırköy Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Hospital Psychiatrist, Sağmalcılar Prison Areas of Expertise Addiction Psychiatry Alcohol Addiction Treatment Drug Addiction Treatment Adolescent Psychiatry Child and Adolescent Substance Use Disorders Depression Anxiety Disorders Behavioral Addictions Psychiatric Rehabilitation Psychotherapy Mental Health Prevention Programs Public Mental Health Academic & Professional Achievements Founder of the Yeniden Health and Education Association Founder of the Addiction Academy Former Director of ÇEMATEM, one of Türkiye's leading adolescent addiction treatment centers Led numerous national and international mental health projects Consultant for several Turkish government ministries Directed projects supported by the European Union, World Health Organization (WHO), and UNICEF Recipient of six professional awards for contributions to psychiatry and addiction medicine Author of 11 books, including nine on addiction and substance use disorders and two on depression Clinical Focus Prof. Dr. Kültegin Ögel specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of substance use disorders, behavioral addictions, depression, and adolescent psychiatric conditions. He combines evidence-based psychiatric treatment with psychotherapy, rehabilitation, and long-term recovery strategies, helping patients achieve sustainable mental health outcomes. Professional Profile Prof. Dr. Kültegin Ögel is widely regarded as one of Türkiye's foremost authorities in psychiatry and addiction medicine. With decades of experience in clinical care, academic leadership, public health, and international research, he has significantly influenced the development of modern addiction treatment programs in Türkiye. His work with organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and the European Union, together with his extensive publications and educational initiatives, has established him as a respected leader in the field of mental health and addiction psychiatry.