Prof. Dr. Erdem Akbal is a Gastroenterology Specialist at Memorial Şişli and Memorial Bahçelievler Hospitals in Istanbul. He previously served at Liv Hospital Ulus, Medicana Ataşehir, Florence Nightingale Hospitals, and Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University. He became an Associate Professor in 2014 and a Professor in 2019.
He received advanced training in interventional endoscopy. He completed ESD at Jichi Medical University in Japan. He trained in POEM/ESD and gastrointestinal motility at Amsterdam Medical Center. He trained in EUS at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA. He continues to attend ESG, ERCP, EUS, ESD, and POEM courses and congresses.
He has authored more than 100 international indexed publications. His presentations have won awards. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology, the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society, the Hepatobiliary and Pancreatology Society, the Liver Diseases Association, the IBD Association, and the Turkish Liver Research Association.
Читать подробнееProf. Dr. Erdem Akbal is a Gastroenterology Specialist at Memorial Şişli and Memorial Bahçelievler Hospitals in Istanbul. He previously served at Liv Hospital Ulus, Medicana Ataşehir, Florence Nightingale Hospitals, and Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University. He became an Associate Professor in 2014 and a Professor in 2019.
He received advanced training in interventional endoscopy. He completed ESD at Jichi Medical University in Japan. He trained in POEM/ESD and gastrointestinal motility at Amsterdam Medical Center. He trained in EUS at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA. He continues to attend ESG, ERCP, EUS, ESD, and POEM courses and congresses.
He has authored more than 100 international indexed publications. His presentations have won awards. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology, the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society, the Hepatobiliary and Pancreatology Society, the Liver Diseases Association, the IBD Association, and the Turkish Liver Research Association.
Dr. Koray Tuncer is a gastroenterology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has worked there since 2009. He previously served at Private Yunus Emre Hospital from 2003 to 2009.
He earned his MD from Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1982–1988). He completed an Internal Medicine residency at SSK Okmeydanı Hospital (1989–1993). He served as Chief Assistant in Internal Medicine at Kartal Training and Research Hospital (1995–1998). He completed gastroenterology fellowships at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital (1998–1999) and Ege University (1999–2003).
Professional memberships include the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology, the Turkish Association for the Study of the Liver, and the Turkish Medical Association.
He has 5 international and 13 national publications. He has delivered 8 international and 41 national presentations. His additional training includes summer internships at Kantonsspital Aarau (Anesthesiology, 1985) and Kantonsspital Münsterlingen (Internal Medicine, 1987). He regularly attends postgraduate gastroenterology and hepatology courses and national congresses.
Читать подробнееDr. Koray Tuncer is a gastroenterology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has worked there since 2009. He previously served at Private Yunus Emre Hospital from 2003 to 2009.
He earned his MD from Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1982–1988). He completed an Internal Medicine residency at SSK Okmeydanı Hospital (1989–1993). He served as Chief Assistant in Internal Medicine at Kartal Training and Research Hospital (1995–1998). He completed gastroenterology fellowships at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital (1998–1999) and Ege University (1999–2003).
Professional memberships include the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology, the Turkish Association for the Study of the Liver, and the Turkish Medical Association.
He has 5 international and 13 national publications. He has delivered 8 international and 41 national presentations. His additional training includes summer internships at Kantonsspital Aarau (Anesthesiology, 1985) and Kantonsspital Münsterlingen (Internal Medicine, 1987). He regularly attends postgraduate gastroenterology and hepatology courses and national congresses.
Op. Dr. Yasemin Ongun is a specialist in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) and Head & Neck Surgery. She graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine in 2005. In 2008, she completed advanced training in Otology-Neurotology, Audiology, and Head and Neck Surgery at Hacettepe University.
Dr. Ongun has worked in both public and private healthcare settings. She served at Şanlıurfa Mehmet Akif İnan Training and Research Hospital and held the position of deputy chief physician in private hospitals. She has performed many surgeries, with a focus on rhinoplasty, endoscopic sinus surgery, pediatric ENT procedures, otoplasty, and hearing-related operations.
Читать подробнееOp. Dr. Yasemin Ongun is a specialist in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) and Head & Neck Surgery. She graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine in 2005. In 2008, she completed advanced training in Otology-Neurotology, Audiology, and Head and Neck Surgery at Hacettepe University.
Dr. Ongun has worked in both public and private healthcare settings. She served at Şanlıurfa Mehmet Akif İnan Training and Research Hospital and held the position of deputy chief physician in private hospitals. She has performed many surgeries, with a focus on rhinoplasty, endoscopic sinus surgery, pediatric ENT procedures, otoplasty, and hearing-related operations.
Dr. Yavuz Yalcin is a specialist in endocrinology and metabolic diseases at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul, where he has worked since 2014. He previously served at Memorial Etiler, Private Ordu Medical Park, and Ordu State Hospital. He completed an endocrinology fellowship at Ankara Numune from 2009 to 2012. Before that, he finished an internal medicine residency at SSK Goztepe and earned his medical degree from Akdeniz University.
Academic work includes 8 international and 10 national publications. He has given 10 international and 20 national presentations and attended 39 scientific meetings. He holds the Internal Medicine Board certification (2002), Hemodialysis Responsible Physician certification (2005; renewed 2013), and Occupational Physician certification (1998). He completed thyroid and neck ultrasonography courses in 2012–2013. He is a member of the Society of Internal Medicine, the Metabolic Syndrome Society, and the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
Читать подробнееDr. Yavuz Yalcin is a specialist in endocrinology and metabolic diseases at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul, where he has worked since 2014. He previously served at Memorial Etiler, Private Ordu Medical Park, and Ordu State Hospital. He completed an endocrinology fellowship at Ankara Numune from 2009 to 2012. Before that, he finished an internal medicine residency at SSK Goztepe and earned his medical degree from Akdeniz University.
Academic work includes 8 international and 10 national publications. He has given 10 international and 20 national presentations and attended 39 scientific meetings. He holds the Internal Medicine Board certification (2002), Hemodialysis Responsible Physician certification (2005; renewed 2013), and Occupational Physician certification (1998). He completed thyroid and neck ultrasonography courses in 2012–2013. He is a member of the Society of Internal Medicine, the Metabolic Syndrome Society, and the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
Dr. Omer Necip Aytug is a respected gastroenterologist. He graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine in 1980. He became an internist at Cukurova University in 1985. He completed his gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University in 1997.
He was named Associate Professor at Firat University in 1989. In 1998, he became a Professor at Abant Izzet Baysal University. Dr. Aytug has written many scientific papers and book chapters. He has also attended several national and international congresses.
He has held important academic and clinical roles at Duzce University Faculty of Medicine, Camlica Medicana Hospital, and Memorial Service Hospital. These positions have established him as an expert in gastroenterology.
Читать подробнееDr. Omer Necip Aytug is a respected gastroenterologist. He graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine in 1980. He became an internist at Cukurova University in 1985. He completed his gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University in 1997.
He was named Associate Professor at Firat University in 1989. In 1998, he became a Professor at Abant Izzet Baysal University. Dr. Aytug has written many scientific papers and book chapters. He has also attended several national and international congresses.
He has held important academic and clinical roles at Duzce University Faculty of Medicine, Camlica Medicana Hospital, and Memorial Service Hospital. These positions have established him as an expert in gastroenterology.
Dr. Gokhan Ertas is a Professor of Cardiology with more than 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He has published 52 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. He has also contributed 3 chapters to national and international books. Dr. Ertas has presented 20 papers at international meetings and 25 at national meetings. He is dedicated to advancing cardiovascular medicine.
He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology, the European Society of Cardiology, and the Stem Cell and Cellular Therapies Association. Dr. Ertas is recognized for his academic work and active role in the global cardiology community.
Читать подробнееDr. Gokhan Ertas is a Professor of Cardiology with more than 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He has published 52 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. He has also contributed 3 chapters to national and international books. Dr. Ertas has presented 20 papers at international meetings and 25 at national meetings. He is dedicated to advancing cardiovascular medicine.
He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology, the European Society of Cardiology, and the Stem Cell and Cellular Therapies Association. Dr. Ertas is recognized for his academic work and active role in the global cardiology community.
Dr. Süveyda Gözüküçük completed her medical education at Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine. She then specialized in Infectious Diseases at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine and is currently serving her patients in the Infectious Diseases department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Her medical interests include Infection Management in Special Convalescence (Immunocompromised), Hospital Infections, and Sterilization and Disinfection.
Dr. Süveyda Gözüküçük completed her medical education at Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine. She then specialized in Infectious Diseases at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine and is currently serving her patients in the Infectious Diseases department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Her medical interests include Infection Management in Special Convalescence (Immunocompromised), Hospital Infections, and Sterilization and Disinfection.
Prof. Dr. Nesrin Sarıman graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English) in 1990 and completed her specialization in “Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis” at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital. She worked at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital between from 2004 till 2022, obtaining the titles of associate professor and professor. Her primary areas of interest include; Obstructive Lung Diseases (Asthma-Allergy, COPD), Sleep Disorders (Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome), Lung Cancer, and Smoking Cessation Treatments. She is a bronchoscopy specialist and sleep physician. She has published articles in national and international journals and has authored book chapters. She participated in a multicenter international clinical study on asthma. She has taught undergraduate and graduate courses and supervised master’s theses. She has served as a member of the Clinical Research Ethics Committee. She holds memberships in national and international associations. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she actively participated in COVID-19 services. During her years at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine, she undertook numerous administrative and academic roles, including serving as the editor of “Maltepe Medical Journal” and as the assistant dean from 2019 till 2022. She participated in certified training programs organized under the Ministry of Health GETAT applications at Medipol University in “Functional Medicine” and “Phytotherapy” and completed training in “Hypnosis Application Training”
Читать подробнееProf. Dr. Nesrin Sarıman graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English) in 1990 and completed her specialization in “Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis” at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital. She worked at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital between from 2004 till 2022, obtaining the titles of associate professor and professor. Her primary areas of interest include; Obstructive Lung Diseases (Asthma-Allergy, COPD), Sleep Disorders (Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome), Lung Cancer, and Smoking Cessation Treatments. She is a bronchoscopy specialist and sleep physician. She has published articles in national and international journals and has authored book chapters. She participated in a multicenter international clinical study on asthma. She has taught undergraduate and graduate courses and supervised master’s theses. She has served as a member of the Clinical Research Ethics Committee. She holds memberships in national and international associations. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she actively participated in COVID-19 services. During her years at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine, she undertook numerous administrative and academic roles, including serving as the editor of “Maltepe Medical Journal” and as the assistant dean from 2019 till 2022. She participated in certified training programs organized under the Ministry of Health GETAT applications at Medipol University in “Functional Medicine” and “Phytotherapy” and completed training in “Hypnosis Application Training”
Dr. Beyza Topcu is an expert in Nutrition and Dietetics. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Gumushane University (2014-2018). She has worked at Diettherapy Nutrition and Diet Counseling Center, Mestetik Aesthetics and Beauty Center, Estetica Beauty and Aesthetic Center, Academy Fitness, and Zafiran Restaurant.
Dr. Topcu focuses on clinical nutrition, dietary therapy, and wellness programs. She has a strong record of helping patients improve their health. She uses evidence-based methods and provides personalized care. Dr. Topcu is dedicated to promoting better nutrition through effective counseling and practice.
Читать подробнееDr. Beyza Topcu is an expert in Nutrition and Dietetics. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Gumushane University (2014-2018). She has worked at Diettherapy Nutrition and Diet Counseling Center, Mestetik Aesthetics and Beauty Center, Estetica Beauty and Aesthetic Center, Academy Fitness, and Zafiran Restaurant.
Dr. Topcu focuses on clinical nutrition, dietary therapy, and wellness programs. She has a strong record of helping patients improve their health. She uses evidence-based methods and provides personalized care. Dr. Topcu is dedicated to promoting better nutrition through effective counseling and practice.
Dr. Cemile Dilek Uysal has graduated from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine with honors in 1992. She did compulsory service for 3 years in Merzifon district of Amasya. Then she won the dermatology department of Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital, which was her first choice at TUS. From there she specialized in dermatology. Currently, she serves in the Intercontinental Dermatology department of Hisar Hospital.
Her areas of interest include acne, fungi, eczema, urticaria, pruritus (itching), viral and bacterial diseases, parasitic diseases such as scabies (scabies) and pediculus capitis, various hair diseases, and psoriasis.
Читать подробнееDr. Cemile Dilek Uysal has graduated from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine with honors in 1992. She did compulsory service for 3 years in Merzifon district of Amasya. Then she won the dermatology department of Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital, which was her first choice at TUS. From there she specialized in dermatology. Currently, she serves in the Intercontinental Dermatology department of Hisar Hospital.
Her areas of interest include acne, fungi, eczema, urticaria, pruritus (itching), viral and bacterial diseases, parasitic diseases such as scabies (scabies) and pediculus capitis, various hair diseases, and psoriasis.
Dr. Ozan Ali Erdal is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist with a focus on pediatric orthopedics. His clinical interests include cerebral palsy and osteogenesis imperfecta. His work includes deformity correction, limb lengthening and height extension, and clubfoot (PEV). He also treats hip dislocation, congenital bone deficiencies including fibular hemimelia, flatfoot and other foot deformities, genu varum, pediatric fractures, and malunions.
Education: Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Medicine (2000–2007). Medical specialization (2008–2013). Experience: Cerrahpaşa Hospital (2008–2013). İnebolu State Hospital (2013–2015). Pediatric Orthopedics Clinic (2015–2025). Lokman Hekim University Istanbul Hospital (2025–present).
Читать подробнееDr. Ozan Ali Erdal is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist with a focus on pediatric orthopedics. His clinical interests include cerebral palsy and osteogenesis imperfecta. His work includes deformity correction, limb lengthening and height extension, and clubfoot (PEV). He also treats hip dislocation, congenital bone deficiencies including fibular hemimelia, flatfoot and other foot deformities, genu varum, pediatric fractures, and malunions.
Education: Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Medicine (2000–2007). Medical specialization (2008–2013). Experience: Cerrahpaşa Hospital (2008–2013). İnebolu State Hospital (2013–2015). Pediatric Orthopedics Clinic (2015–2025). Lokman Hekim University Istanbul Hospital (2025–present).
Dr. Alihan Gurkan is a gastrointestinal surgeon with over 25 years of experience. He specializes in bariatric and advanced gastrointestinal procedures. For more than ten years, he led the Department of General Surgery. He is known for his focus on patient safety and his commitment to international standards.
Dr. Gurkan is a member of several professional organizations, such as the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and the Turkish Society of Surgery. He completed advanced fellowships in cardiovascular and multi-organ transplantation at leading US institutions. His practice is known for high success rates and the use of modern surgical techniques.
Читать подробнееDr. Alihan Gurkan is a gastrointestinal surgeon with over 25 years of experience. He specializes in bariatric and advanced gastrointestinal procedures. For more than ten years, he led the Department of General Surgery. He is known for his focus on patient safety and his commitment to international standards.
Dr. Gurkan is a member of several professional organizations, such as the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and the Turkish Society of Surgery. He completed advanced fellowships in cardiovascular and multi-organ transplantation at leading US institutions. His practice is known for high success rates and the use of modern surgical techniques.
Dr. Ismail Onder Uysal is a specialist in plastic surgery and ENT with over 26 years of experience. He has performed around 2,500 procedures. He is known worldwide for his skills in rhinoplasty, including open and closed techniques and revision surgeries.
Dr. Uysal graduated from Cumhuriyet University in 1999. He has worked as a lecturer in academic medicine and has published in international medical journals. Many patients from different countries seek his advanced surgical care.
Читать подробнееDr. Ismail Onder Uysal is a specialist in plastic surgery and ENT with over 26 years of experience. He has performed around 2,500 procedures. He is known worldwide for his skills in rhinoplasty, including open and closed techniques and revision surgeries.
Dr. Uysal graduated from Cumhuriyet University in 1999. He has worked as a lecturer in academic medicine and has published in international medical journals. Many patients from different countries seek his advanced surgical care.
Dr. Suleyman Aliyazicioglu is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital (2025–present). He previously worked at Kırklareli Training and Research Hospital (2022–2025).
He earned his MD from the Gazi University Faculty of Medicine (2008–2014). He completed specialty training in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery at Pamukkale University (2022). He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber.
His professional development includes an Erasmus exchange at the Medical University of Lublin (2013). He attended the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Residents’ School (2018) and Eurasian Non-Surgical Days (2019). He also took part in the National Congress of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (2022, 2023).
Читать подробнееDr. Suleyman Aliyazicioglu is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital (2025–present). He previously worked at Kırklareli Training and Research Hospital (2022–2025).
He earned his MD from the Gazi University Faculty of Medicine (2008–2014). He completed specialty training in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery at Pamukkale University (2022). He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber.
His professional development includes an Erasmus exchange at the Medical University of Lublin (2013). He attended the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Residents’ School (2018) and Eurasian Non-Surgical Days (2019). He also took part in the National Congress of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (2022, 2023).
2023 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye
MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL
Organ Transplantation, General Surgery
2023 - 2023, Istanbul/Türkiye
YEDİTEPE UNIVERSITY ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION-GENERAL SURGERY
Organ Transplantation Center Responsible Physician
2019 - 2022, Duzce/Türkiye
DUZCE UNIVERSITY ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION-GENERAL SURGERY
Organ Transplantation Center Responsible Physician
2012 - 2019, Erzincan/Türkiye
BİNALI YILDIRIM UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY
Head of Department of General Surgery
2005 - 2012, Erzurum/Türkiye
ERZURUM PALANDÖKEN STATE HOSPITAL GENERAL SURGERY
Specialist
Читать подробнее2023 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye
MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL
Organ Transplantation, General Surgery
2023 - 2023, Istanbul/Türkiye
YEDİTEPE UNIVERSITY ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION-GENERAL SURGERY
Organ Transplantation Center Responsible Physician
2019 - 2022, Duzce/Türkiye
DUZCE UNIVERSITY ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION-GENERAL SURGERY
Organ Transplantation Center Responsible Physician
2012 - 2019, Erzincan/Türkiye
BİNALI YILDIRIM UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY
Head of Department of General Surgery
2005 - 2012, Erzurum/Türkiye
ERZURUM PALANDÖKEN STATE HOSPITAL GENERAL SURGERY
Specialist
Dr. Cigdem Ulus Afsar is a pediatric hematology and oncology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul (2026–present). She practices pediatric bone marrow transplantation.
She previously served as a pediatric hematology and oncology specialist at Istanbul Yeni Yüzyıl University GOP Hospital (2019–2026) and at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital (2017–2019; 2013–2015). She performed pediatric bone marrow transplantation at Ege University (2015–2016) and at Tepecik (2013–2015). She also worked at Dr. Sami Ulus (2010–2013) and at GATA Haydarpaşa (2011–2012).
Education: MD, Ankara University (1994–2000). Pediatrics residency, Başkent University (2001–2005). Fellowship in pediatric hematology and oncology, Başkent University (2006–2010). Memberships: Turkish Medical Association; Turkish Pediatric Association; National Pediatric Association; Turkish Hematology Society; Turkish Pediatric Hematology Society; Turkish Pediatric Oncology Society; EBMT; ASH.
Читать подробнееDr. Cigdem Ulus Afsar is a pediatric hematology and oncology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul (2026–present). She practices pediatric bone marrow transplantation.
She previously served as a pediatric hematology and oncology specialist at Istanbul Yeni Yüzyıl University GOP Hospital (2019–2026) and at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital (2017–2019; 2013–2015). She performed pediatric bone marrow transplantation at Ege University (2015–2016) and at Tepecik (2013–2015). She also worked at Dr. Sami Ulus (2010–2013) and at GATA Haydarpaşa (2011–2012).
Education: MD, Ankara University (1994–2000). Pediatrics residency, Başkent University (2001–2005). Fellowship in pediatric hematology and oncology, Başkent University (2006–2010). Memberships: Turkish Medical Association; Turkish Pediatric Association; National Pediatric Association; Turkish Hematology Society; Turkish Pediatric Hematology Society; Turkish Pediatric Oncology Society; EBMT; ASH.
Dr. Nazli Hilal Guvener is a prosthodontist. She graduated from 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Dentistry. She completed her specialty training at Bezmiâlem Vakıf University in 2020. Dr. Guvener is known for her skills in advanced prosthetic dental treatments.
She focuses on all-on-four procedures for the upper jaw and implant-supported restorations. She also provides aesthetic solutions such as metal ceramic and zirconium crowns, e-max crowns, laminate veneers, and composite laminate prostheses. Dr. Guvener’s patients report high satisfaction. She follows international standards in prosthodontics.
Читать подробнееDr. Nazli Hilal Guvener is a prosthodontist. She graduated from 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Dentistry. She completed her specialty training at Bezmiâlem Vakıf University in 2020. Dr. Guvener is known for her skills in advanced prosthetic dental treatments.
She focuses on all-on-four procedures for the upper jaw and implant-supported restorations. She also provides aesthetic solutions such as metal ceramic and zirconium crowns, e-max crowns, laminate veneers, and composite laminate prostheses. Dr. Guvener’s patients report high satisfaction. She follows international standards in prosthodontics.