Dr. İbrahim Mollaalioğlu is a general dentist. He graduated from Medeniyet University Faculty of Dentistry. He offers comprehensive dental care and consults in English.
His practice covers preventive care, restorative dentistry, endodontics, aesthetic dentistry, and prosthetic dentistry. Services include oral exams, cleaning, patient education, fillings, crowns, bridges, modern root canal treatment, teeth whitening, bonding, smile design, and fixed or removable dentures.
He follows a modern, patient-friendly approach. He provides individualized care to support oral function and improve the smile.
Читать подробнееDr. İbrahim Mollaalioğlu is a general dentist. He graduated from Medeniyet University Faculty of Dentistry. He offers comprehensive dental care and consults in English.
His practice covers preventive care, restorative dentistry, endodontics, aesthetic dentistry, and prosthetic dentistry. Services include oral exams, cleaning, patient education, fillings, crowns, bridges, modern root canal treatment, teeth whitening, bonding, smile design, and fixed or removable dentures.
He follows a modern, patient-friendly approach. He provides individualized care to support oral function and improve the smile.
Dr Nazli Hilal Guvener is an orthodontist with a specialization in prosthodontics. She completed prosthodontics training at Bezmialem Vakıf University in 2020. She earned her DDS from Ondokuz Mayıs University in 2011. She restores oral function and aesthetics with advanced prosthetic treatments.
Her expertise includes fixed and removable prosthetics, such as crowns, bridges, and full or partial dentures. She plans and restores implant‑supported prosthetics. She also offers aesthetic dentistry, including smile design, veneers, and laminates. She provides full‑mouth rehabilitation.
She uses digital dentistry, including CAD/CAM. She provides meticulous, evidence‑based care. Language: English.
Читать подробнееDr Nazli Hilal Guvener is an orthodontist with a specialization in prosthodontics. She completed prosthodontics training at Bezmialem Vakıf University in 2020. She earned her DDS from Ondokuz Mayıs University in 2011. She restores oral function and aesthetics with advanced prosthetic treatments.
Her expertise includes fixed and removable prosthetics, such as crowns, bridges, and full or partial dentures. She plans and restores implant‑supported prosthetics. She also offers aesthetic dentistry, including smile design, veneers, and laminates. She provides full‑mouth rehabilitation.
She uses digital dentistry, including CAD/CAM. She provides meticulous, evidence‑based care. Language: English.
Dr. Çiğdem Çınar is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She has made important contributions to spinal cord injury, stroke rehabilitation, scoliosis, and musculoskeletal disorders. She is an active member of the Scoliosis Research and Treatment Association, the Turkish Rheumatism Research and Treatment Association, and the Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association.
Dr. Çınar has published several articles in international journals. Her research includes robotic-assisted gait training in spinal cord injury and ultrasonographic evaluation in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. She has also published many articles in national journals on stroke, fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain, lymphedema, and conservative treatments for scoliosis.
Her work has been presented at major international and national congresses. She has contributed chapters to books on pediatric rehabilitation, cancer rehabilitation, and traumatic brain injury. Dr. Çınar is well recognized for her research and clinical expertise in rehabilitation.
Читать подробнееDr. Çiğdem Çınar is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She has made important contributions to spinal cord injury, stroke rehabilitation, scoliosis, and musculoskeletal disorders. She is an active member of the Scoliosis Research and Treatment Association, the Turkish Rheumatism Research and Treatment Association, and the Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association.
Dr. Çınar has published several articles in international journals. Her research includes robotic-assisted gait training in spinal cord injury and ultrasonographic evaluation in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. She has also published many articles in national journals on stroke, fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain, lymphedema, and conservative treatments for scoliosis.
Her work has been presented at major international and national congresses. She has contributed chapters to books on pediatric rehabilitation, cancer rehabilitation, and traumatic brain injury. Dr. Çınar is well recognized for her research and clinical expertise in rehabilitation.
Prof. Dr. Güneş Yavuzer is a Professor of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation. He has held this title since 2011. He is also a senior physician at ROMATEM Rehabilitation Centers. He earned his medical degree and specialization in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation at Ankara University. He completed a PhD at Erasmus University in the Netherlands.
He focuses on neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation. His clinical areas include stroke, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and balance disorders. He specializes in robotic rehabilitation, gait analysis, and functional recovery. He has international publications in rehabilitation medicine. Languages: Turkish, English.
Читать подробнееProf. Dr. Güneş Yavuzer is a Professor of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation. He has held this title since 2011. He is also a senior physician at ROMATEM Rehabilitation Centers. He earned his medical degree and specialization in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation at Ankara University. He completed a PhD at Erasmus University in the Netherlands.
He focuses on neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation. His clinical areas include stroke, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and balance disorders. He specializes in robotic rehabilitation, gait analysis, and functional recovery. He has international publications in rehabilitation medicine. Languages: Turkish, English.
Dr. Sefanur Dalarslan Karakaya is a physician who specializes in functional and holistic medicine. She focuses on medical nutrition, autoimmune diseases, lifestyle medicine, and preventive care. She also has experience with intestinal permeability, liver diseases, obesity treatment, longevity, and skin diseases.
She holds several certificates, including Family Medicine, Functional Medicine (5 modules, 2021-2024), Medical Nutrition Counselling, Homeopathy, and Phytotherapy. Dr. Karakaya has completed advanced training in holistic nutrition therapies and diabetes management using phytotherapy.
Dr. Karakaya has over 25 years of clinical experience. She has worked in family medicine, emergency medicine, and obesity medicine at various medical centers in Istanbul and Sivas.
Читать подробнееDr. Sefanur Dalarslan Karakaya is a physician who specializes in functional and holistic medicine. She focuses on medical nutrition, autoimmune diseases, lifestyle medicine, and preventive care. She also has experience with intestinal permeability, liver diseases, obesity treatment, longevity, and skin diseases.
She holds several certificates, including Family Medicine, Functional Medicine (5 modules, 2021-2024), Medical Nutrition Counselling, Homeopathy, and Phytotherapy. Dr. Karakaya has completed advanced training in holistic nutrition therapies and diabetes management using phytotherapy.
Dr. Karakaya has over 25 years of clinical experience. She has worked in family medicine, emergency medicine, and obesity medicine at various medical centers in Istanbul and Sivas.
Prof. Dr. Dilaver Taş is a pulmonologist with over 30 years of experience. He is a Professor of Pulmonary Diseases at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in pulmonary medicine and tuberculosis. Dr. Taş has extensive experience treating complex respiratory conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
He has served as Chief Physician at a military hospital and as a consultant in tertiary care centers. He has also worked as a faculty member in pulmonary diagnostics and interventions. His skills include advanced bronchoscopy (such as EBUS), pulmonary function testing, and the treatment of asthma, COPD, interstitial lung diseases, tuberculosis, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
Dr. Taş is known for his academic research and has received national awards. He is an active member of several respiratory and thoracic societies.
Читать подробнееProf. Dr. Dilaver Taş is a pulmonologist with over 30 years of experience. He is a Professor of Pulmonary Diseases at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in pulmonary medicine and tuberculosis. Dr. Taş has extensive experience treating complex respiratory conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
He has served as Chief Physician at a military hospital and as a consultant in tertiary care centers. He has also worked as a faculty member in pulmonary diagnostics and interventions. His skills include advanced bronchoscopy (such as EBUS), pulmonary function testing, and the treatment of asthma, COPD, interstitial lung diseases, tuberculosis, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
Dr. Taş is known for his academic research and has received national awards. He is an active member of several respiratory and thoracic societies.
Prof. Dr. Ege Can Şerefoğlu is a leading urologist and andrology specialist. He has over 20 years of experience in clinical practice, teaching, and research. He is a Professor of Urology and Andrology. He completed a clinical fellowship in andrology at Tulane University School of Medicine. He also holds a PhD in Embryology and Histology.
His main areas of expertise are erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, male infertility, and varicocele. He is skilled in microsurgical and minimally invasive procedures in andrology. He has published over 275 scientific articles and has helped develop international clinical guidelines.
Prof. Dr. Şerefoğlu is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Impotence Research. He serves on scientific committees for the ESSM, ISSM, EAU Guidelines on Male Sexual Dysfunction, and UEMS Sexual Health Section. He has received several international awards for his research and contributions to sexual medicine.
Читать подробнееProf. Dr. Ege Can Şerefoğlu is a leading urologist and andrology specialist. He has over 20 years of experience in clinical practice, teaching, and research. He is a Professor of Urology and Andrology. He completed a clinical fellowship in andrology at Tulane University School of Medicine. He also holds a PhD in Embryology and Histology.
His main areas of expertise are erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, male infertility, and varicocele. He is skilled in microsurgical and minimally invasive procedures in andrology. He has published over 275 scientific articles and has helped develop international clinical guidelines.
Prof. Dr. Şerefoğlu is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Impotence Research. He serves on scientific committees for the ESSM, ISSM, EAU Guidelines on Male Sexual Dysfunction, and UEMS Sexual Health Section. He has received several international awards for his research and contributions to sexual medicine.
Prof. Dr. Deniz Süha Küçükaksu is a cardiovascular surgeon with over 35 years of experience. He specializes in adult and pediatric cardiac surgery, heart transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support. He leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.
Dr. Küçükaksu completed his medical and surgical training in Turkey. He also received advanced fellowships in Germany, France, and the United States. His focus has been on LVAD systems and heart failure surgery.
He introduced mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey. He has performed many types of surgeries, including coronary bypass (off-pump), valve replacements, aortic repair (EVAR/TEVAR), and reoperations. He has also established heart transplant centers at several institutions.
Dr. Küçükaksu has held senior academic and administrative roles. He has contributed to total artificial heart surgery and hybrid cardiovascular procedures. He has received national and international awards for his scientific and surgical work.
Читать подробнееProf. Dr. Deniz Süha Küçükaksu is a cardiovascular surgeon with over 35 years of experience. He specializes in adult and pediatric cardiac surgery, heart transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support. He leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.
Dr. Küçükaksu completed his medical and surgical training in Turkey. He also received advanced fellowships in Germany, France, and the United States. His focus has been on LVAD systems and heart failure surgery.
He introduced mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey. He has performed many types of surgeries, including coronary bypass (off-pump), valve replacements, aortic repair (EVAR/TEVAR), and reoperations. He has also established heart transplant centers at several institutions.
Dr. Küçükaksu has held senior academic and administrative roles. He has contributed to total artificial heart surgery and hybrid cardiovascular procedures. He has received national and international awards for his scientific and surgical work.
EDUCATION
2012 - Master Degree - Dentistry / Istanbul Marmara University
2017 - Expertise - Department of Orthodontics / Istanbul Marmara University
-Master Thesis Title and Advisor(s):
Konca FA. Oral Cancers, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prognosis
Advisor: Prof. Dr. Semih Ozbayrak
- Expertization Thesis Title and Advisor(s):
Oguz FA. Corticotomy-Assisted and Corticotomy-Free Quad-Helix Appliance Comparison of Clinical Effects.
Advisor: Assoc. Dr. Cagla Sar
Foreign Language: English (YÖKDİL: 90; 2017) ACADEMIC TITLES
2013 - 2017 Research Assistant / Istanbul Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry - Department of Orthodontics
2017 - 2020 Dr. Lecturer / Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry - Department of Orthodontics
2020 - Dr. Lecturer / Istanbul Biruni University Faculty of Dentistry - Department of Orthodontics
SEMINAR
-Mixed Dentition Treatments.
Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry - 9 June 2018. (GençTOD)
TRAINING and COURSES
- ‘’The Application of Orthodontic Treatment in Impacted Teeth”
Prof. Dr. Stella CHAUSHU & Prof. Dr. Adrian Becker. 5 November 2013 Istanbul, Turkey.
-’’Forensic Dentistry Certificate Course” (first place on course)
Prof. Dr. Sema Aka & Prof. Dr. Hamit Hancı. 15 - 16 - 17 and 22 - 23 - 24 November 2013 Ankara, Turkey.
- “Facial Esthetics from Childhood to Adulthood” Dr.Domingo Martin. 14 - 15 March 2014 Istanbul, Turkey.
- “Harmony System Certification Course” Dr. Paolo Manzo. 28 March 2014 Istanbul, Turkey.
- ‘’Interdisciplinary Orthodontics in 2014: More Options, More Need, and More Important Than Ever” Dr. Alan Bagden. 25 October 2014 Ankara,Turkey.
- “ClearPath Orthodontics Certification Course” Dr.Iyad & Dr.Zaid. 28 October 2014 Ankara, Turkey.
- “3M Incognito Certification Course”. 3 - 4 October 2015 Istanbul,Turkey.
- “Eon Aligner Certification” Dr.Al Jayousi. 25 October 2015 Istanbul, Turkey.
- “Orthognathic Surgery and Facial Aesthetics” Prof. Dr. Nazan Küçükkeleş& Prof. Dr. Mehmet Manisalı. 4 November 2015 Eskişehir, Turkey.
- ‘’Indications and Clinical Application of Thermoplastic Appliances” Prof.Dr.Yıldız Öztürk ORTAN& Prof.TaeWeon KİM. 26 February 2016 Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, Turkey.
- “Advanced Accelerate Aligner Orthodontics” Dr. Kenji OJIMA. 7 November 2017 Ankara, Turkey.
- “Advanced Transparent Plaque Applications Seminar” Dr. Bruce McFlarne, 11 May 2018, Istanbul,Turkey.
- “The Importance of Correct Breathing for a Healthy-Quality Life and its Preventive Medicine Role Seminar” Mehmet Ali Akgün & Pelin Dinçtorna. 27 May 2018 Istanbul, Turkey.
- “Logbook in Orthodontics” Prof. Dr. Korkmaz Sayınsu. 28 May 2018 Istanbul, Turkey.
- ’’Trainer Seminar’’- Assoc. Dr. Oral Sökücü, 14 January 2019, Istanbul, Turkey.
- “ALIAS- Lingual Straight Wire System” Dr. Guiseppe Scuzzo, 22 February 2019, Istanbul, Turkey.
- “Myobrace Seminar” Hans-Jürgen van Houten, 20 September 2019, Istanbul Turkey.
- “DSD&Aligner Days” and “‘Innovative approaches in Aligner Orthodontics”, Dr. Christian Coachman&Dr. Kenji Ojima, 16-17 February 2020, Istanbul, Turkey.
- “Dental Photography Through an Orthodontist's Viewfinder”, Dr. Cenk Ceylanoglu, 28 February 2020, Istanbul, Turkey.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
- Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Purchasing Commission Member, 01.08.2017- 01.08.2019
- Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Infection Committee Member, 15.09.2017- 22.10.2018
- Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Quality Committee Member, 12.12.2017-
- Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics Deputy Chairman, 12.06.2019-
- Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Member of Education Commission, 01.07.2019-
Memberships to Scientific and Professional Organizations 1. Turkish Orthodontic Society 2. European Orthodontic Society 3. American Association of Orthodontics 4. World Federation of Orthodontists 5. Association of Forensic Scientists 6. Cleft Lip and Palate Association 7. Lingual Orthodontic Society
Читать подробнееEDUCATION
2012 - Master Degree - Dentistry / Istanbul Marmara University
2017 - Expertise - Department of Orthodontics / Istanbul Marmara University
-Master Thesis Title and Advisor(s):
Konca FA. Oral Cancers, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prognosis
Advisor: Prof. Dr. Semih Ozbayrak
- Expertization Thesis Title and Advisor(s):
Oguz FA. Corticotomy-Assisted and Corticotomy-Free Quad-Helix Appliance Comparison of Clinical Effects.
Advisor: Assoc. Dr. Cagla Sar
Foreign Language: English (YÖKDİL: 90; 2017) ACADEMIC TITLES
2013 - 2017 Research Assistant / Istanbul Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry - Department of Orthodontics
2017 - 2020 Dr. Lecturer / Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry - Department of Orthodontics
2020 - Dr. Lecturer / Istanbul Biruni University Faculty of Dentistry - Department of Orthodontics
SEMINAR
-Mixed Dentition Treatments.
Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry - 9 June 2018. (GençTOD)
TRAINING and COURSES
- ‘’The Application of Orthodontic Treatment in Impacted Teeth”
Prof. Dr. Stella CHAUSHU & Prof. Dr. Adrian Becker. 5 November 2013 Istanbul, Turkey.
-’’Forensic Dentistry Certificate Course” (first place on course)
Prof. Dr. Sema Aka & Prof. Dr. Hamit Hancı. 15 - 16 - 17 and 22 - 23 - 24 November 2013 Ankara, Turkey.
- “Facial Esthetics from Childhood to Adulthood” Dr.Domingo Martin. 14 - 15 March 2014 Istanbul, Turkey.
- “Harmony System Certification Course” Dr. Paolo Manzo. 28 March 2014 Istanbul, Turkey.
- ‘’Interdisciplinary Orthodontics in 2014: More Options, More Need, and More Important Than Ever” Dr. Alan Bagden. 25 October 2014 Ankara,Turkey.
- “ClearPath Orthodontics Certification Course” Dr.Iyad & Dr.Zaid. 28 October 2014 Ankara, Turkey.
- “3M Incognito Certification Course”. 3 - 4 October 2015 Istanbul,Turkey.
- “Eon Aligner Certification” Dr.Al Jayousi. 25 October 2015 Istanbul, Turkey.
- “Orthognathic Surgery and Facial Aesthetics” Prof. Dr. Nazan Küçükkeleş& Prof. Dr. Mehmet Manisalı. 4 November 2015 Eskişehir, Turkey.
- ‘’Indications and Clinical Application of Thermoplastic Appliances” Prof.Dr.Yıldız Öztürk ORTAN& Prof.TaeWeon KİM. 26 February 2016 Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, Turkey.
- “Advanced Accelerate Aligner Orthodontics” Dr. Kenji OJIMA. 7 November 2017 Ankara, Turkey.
- “Advanced Transparent Plaque Applications Seminar” Dr. Bruce McFlarne, 11 May 2018, Istanbul,Turkey.
- “The Importance of Correct Breathing for a Healthy-Quality Life and its Preventive Medicine Role Seminar” Mehmet Ali Akgün & Pelin Dinçtorna. 27 May 2018 Istanbul, Turkey.
- “Logbook in Orthodontics” Prof. Dr. Korkmaz Sayınsu. 28 May 2018 Istanbul, Turkey.
- ’’Trainer Seminar’’- Assoc. Dr. Oral Sökücü, 14 January 2019, Istanbul, Turkey.
- “ALIAS- Lingual Straight Wire System” Dr. Guiseppe Scuzzo, 22 February 2019, Istanbul, Turkey.
- “Myobrace Seminar” Hans-Jürgen van Houten, 20 September 2019, Istanbul Turkey.
- “DSD&Aligner Days” and “‘Innovative approaches in Aligner Orthodontics”, Dr. Christian Coachman&Dr. Kenji Ojima, 16-17 February 2020, Istanbul, Turkey.
- “Dental Photography Through an Orthodontist's Viewfinder”, Dr. Cenk Ceylanoglu, 28 February 2020, Istanbul, Turkey.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
- Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Purchasing Commission Member, 01.08.2017- 01.08.2019
- Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Infection Committee Member, 15.09.2017- 22.10.2018
- Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Quality Committee Member, 12.12.2017-
- Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics Deputy Chairman, 12.06.2019-
- Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Dentistry, Member of Education Commission, 01.07.2019-
Memberships to Scientific and Professional Organizations 1. Turkish Orthodontic Society 2. European Orthodontic Society 3. American Association of Orthodontics 4. World Federation of Orthodontists 5. Association of Forensic Scientists 6. Cleft Lip and Palate Association 7. Lingual Orthodontic Society
Prof. Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay is a board-certified urologist with more than 30 years of medical experience. He has specialized in urology for over 25 years. He currently serves as Professor of Urology at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.
Dr. Akay earned his medical degree from Dokuz Eylul University. He completed his urology residency at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine. In 2005, he received advanced training in Endourology and Laparoscopic Surgery at the University of Rochester in the USA.
He has worked at several leading institutions. These include Dicle University, Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Memorial Diyarbakır Hospital, Veni Vidi Hospital, and Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.
Dr. Akay’s expertise includes uro-oncology, endourology, minimally invasive procedures, stone surgeries, male infertility, erectile dysfunction, and BPH. He has published over 100 scientific articles and is an active member of the European Association of Urology (EAU).
Читать подробнееProf. Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay is a board-certified urologist with more than 30 years of medical experience. He has specialized in urology for over 25 years. He currently serves as Professor of Urology at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.
Dr. Akay earned his medical degree from Dokuz Eylul University. He completed his urology residency at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine. In 2005, he received advanced training in Endourology and Laparoscopic Surgery at the University of Rochester in the USA.
He has worked at several leading institutions. These include Dicle University, Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Memorial Diyarbakır Hospital, Veni Vidi Hospital, and Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.
Dr. Akay’s expertise includes uro-oncology, endourology, minimally invasive procedures, stone surgeries, male infertility, erectile dysfunction, and BPH. He has published over 100 scientific articles and is an active member of the European Association of Urology (EAU).
Prof. Dr. Ali İnal is a physician with over 25 years of experience. He specializes in Clinical Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, and Allergy. He works as a Professor in the Department of Immunology and Allergy at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.
Dr. İnal completed his training in Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. He also finished a fellowship in Clinical Immunology and Allergy. He has managed Immunology and Tissue Typing Laboratories for more than 20 years. He has played a key role in improving transplant immunology and diagnostic immunology services.
His research covers cytokine storms in COVID-19, donor-specific antibodies, transplant rejection, autoimmunity, and primary immunodeficiencies. Dr. İnal has published many scientific articles. He has received research awards and grants. He also takes part in national and international congresses.
Читать подробнееProf. Dr. Ali İnal is a physician with over 25 years of experience. He specializes in Clinical Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, and Allergy. He works as a Professor in the Department of Immunology and Allergy at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.
Dr. İnal completed his training in Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. He also finished a fellowship in Clinical Immunology and Allergy. He has managed Immunology and Tissue Typing Laboratories for more than 20 years. He has played a key role in improving transplant immunology and diagnostic immunology services.
His research covers cytokine storms in COVID-19, donor-specific antibodies, transplant rejection, autoimmunity, and primary immunodeficiencies. Dr. İnal has published many scientific articles. He has received research awards and grants. He also takes part in national and international congresses.