Dr. Kemal Raşa is a highly experienced General Surgeon specializing in Modern Thyroidology & Laparoscopic Surgery with 23 years of experience. He is affiliated with several medical associations and has published several papers in his field.
Medical Interests and Activities
Gastrointestinal diseases
Oncologic laparoscopic surgery
Anorectal area diseases
Urgent surgical cases (acute cholecystitis, divertikülit, ileus, pankreatit, appendicitis)
Colon and rectum cancer
Treatment of oncologic surgical cases with further laparoscopic and robotic surgery.
Laparoscopic hernia surgery
Esophagus and stomach cancer
Selim anorectal diseases (hemorrhoidal disease, anal fissure), perianal fistula, pilonoidal sinus (hairless- non-surgical treatment)
Education and Experience
İstanbul University Medical Faculty 1988
University of Colorado Health Science Center – Intern Surgeon
Isparta, Dedeçam Şehit Ramazan Karaca Health Center (1995-1996)
İstanbul Surgery Hospital – American Hospital (2000-2001)
Chief assistant Istanbul Medical Faculty, Department of General Surgery (2001-2008)
World Congress on Peritonel Surface Malignancies (HIPEC course) Berlin, Germany (2012)
USC Keck School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, USA (2006-2007)
Assoc. Prof. M.D. , İstanbul Medical Faculty General Surgery (2008-2014)
Da Vinci Robotic Intensive Course at IRCAD, Strasbourg, France (2011)
Stony Brook Medicine Cadaver Training Event in Colon and Rectal Surgery, New York, USA (2016) (Instructor)
Fellow of the European Board of Surgery- Emergency Surgery (FEBS EmSurg) Honorary Diploma (2017)
Prof. M.D. , İstanbul Medical Faculty General Surgery (2014 -2017)
İstanbul University Medical Faculty – General Surgery Master of Science 1996
University of Southern California Medical Center, Department of General Surgery, Los Angeles, USA – February 2006 – February 2007
Liv Hospital
Memberships
Turkish Society of Surgery
National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association
Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association
National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
Hepato-Pancreato-Bilier Surgery Association
Istanbul Surgical Association
Flebology Association
ESTES (European Society of Trauma and Emergency Surgery)
International Society of Surgery (ISS)
Urologist
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Dr. Alper Karalok is a specialist in gynecology, obstetrics, and gynecologic oncology with over 18 years of experience. He is known for his skill in advanced surgical procedures such as myomectomy, hysterectomy, and ovarian cyst removal. He focuses on minimally invasive and robotic surgeries for gynecologic cancers.
Dr. Karalok graduated from Ankara University. He completed further training at Akdeniz University and Etlik Zübeyde Hanım Hospital. He also completed a fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the USA. He is a member of ESGO, ENYGO, and TRSGO, showing his dedication to professional growth in gynecologic oncology.
Dr. Elnur Sahibov is a licensed Radiation Oncologist with 8 years of medical training and clinical experience. He completed his undergraduate and specialization studies at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. From 2012 to 2016, he focused on advanced radiation oncology techniques.
Dr. Sahibov is known for his expertise in cancer treatment. He has helped improve patient outcomes and uses evidence-based protocols. He is accredited by leading medical institutions and is dedicated to ongoing professional development in oncology.
Dr. Adnan Sayar is a leading thoracic surgeon in Turkey. He has over 40 years of medical experience and more than 30 years in thoracic surgery. He is known for his work in minimally invasive thoracoscopic and robotic procedures. These techniques have helped improve patient recovery and outcomes for chest diseases.
Dr. Sayar received international training at top centers, including Kyoto University and the Karolinska Institute. He is a key figure in lung transplantation and serves on Turkey’s Ministry of Health Lung Transplantation Scientific Committee. He also holds the FETCS certification from the European Board of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.
His expertise includes lung cancer surgery, tracheal and diaphragmatic reconstruction, and pediatric thoracic surgery. As a professor and mentor, he has led both public and private institutions. Dr. Sayar has helped thousands of patients and has played a major role in advancing thoracic care standards in Turkey.
1997 to 2003
Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Medical School
Istanbul, Turkey
Degree: Medical Doctor (M.D.)
2003 to 2010
Taksim Education and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey
Residency: Orthopaedics and Traumatology
2010 to 2017
Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Education and Training Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey
Position: Orthopaedic and Traumatology Specialist
2017 – Present
Istanbul Aydın University, Faculty of Medicine
Department: Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Position: Faculty Member
Orthopedic Certification
2010
Turkish Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Istanbul, Turkey
2014
European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EBOT)
National Memberships
-Turkish Medical Association
-Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology
-Turkish AO (Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen)
-FEBOT (Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
Publications in International Peer-Reviewed Journals
A.1 Arıkan Y, Yavuz U, Lapcin O, Sökücü S, Özkan B, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Percutaneous radiofrequency ablation for osteoid osteoma under guidance of three-dimensional fluoroscopy.
J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong). 2016.
A.2 Özcan Ç, Sökücü S, Beng K, Çetinkaya E, Demir B, Kabukçuoğlu YS.
Prospective comparative study of two methods for fixation after distal femur corrective osteotomy for valgus deformity; retrograde intramedullary nailing versus less invasive stabilization system plating.
Int Orthop. 2016.
A.3 Karakoyun O, Sökücü S, Erol MF, Kucukkaya M, Kabukçuoğlu YS.
Use of a magnetic bone nail for lengthening of the femur and tibia.
J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong). 2016.
A.4 Balioğlu MB, Albayrak A, Atıcı Y, Sökücü S, Tacal MT, Kaygusuz MA.
The effect of simple local resection on pain and scoliotic curve in patients with scoliosis secondary to osteoid osteoma and osteoblastoma in the spine.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2016.
A.5 Sökücü S, Aycan OE, Arıkan Y, Kabukçuoğlu YS.
Congenital bizarre parosteal osteochondromatous proliferation in unusual location and age: a case report.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2016.
A.6 Bilgili F, Kılıç A, Sökücü S, Parmaksızoğlu A, Çepni K, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Retrospective analysis of AO 42A–B type tibia fractures treated with percutaneous locked plating and intramedullary nailing.
Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2016.
A.7 Özcan Ç, Sökücü S, Beng K, Çetinkaya E, Demir B, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Prospective comparative study of two methods for fixation after distal femur corrective osteotomy for valgus deformity; retrograde intramedullary nailing versus less invasive stabilization system plating.
Int Orthop. 2016.
A.8 Cetinkaya E, Yalcinkaya M, Sökücü S, Polat A, Ozkaya U, Parmaksizoglu A.
Cheilectomy as a first-line surgical treatment option yields good functional results in grade III hallux rigidus.
J Am Podiatr Med Assoc. 2016.
A.9 Sökücü S, Menges O, Çetinkaya E, Parmaksızoğlu A, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Treatment of comminuted mid-diaphyseal clavicle fractures by plate fixation using a bridging technique.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.
A.10 Sökücü S, Karakoyun O, Arıkan Y, Küçükkaya M, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Efficacy of the Taylor spatial frame in the treatment of deformities around the knee.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2013.
A.11 Küçükkaya M, Karakoyun Ö, Sökücü S, Soydan R.
Femoral lengthening and deformity correction using the Fitbone motorized lengthening nail.
J Orthop Sci. 2014.
A.12 Yalcinkaya M, Sökücü S, Erdoğan S, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Tourniquet use in orthopedic surgery: a descriptive survey study among Turkish orthopedic surgeons and residents in Istanbul.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.
A.13 Sökücü S, Demir B, Lapcin O, Yavuz U, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Perioperative versus postoperative measurement of Taylor Spatial Frame mounting parameters.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.
A.14 Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Demir B, Özer D, Özcan Ç, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Isolated subtalar fusion for neglected painful intra-articular calcaneal fractures.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.
A.15 Yalcinkaya M, Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Chen C-Y, Lin K-C.
Influence of nail prominence and insertion point on anterior knee pain after tibial intramedullary nailing.
Orthopedics. 2014.
A.16 Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Demir B, Yıldırım T, Özcan Ç, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Comparison of intramedullary nail or plate fixation in distal tibial diaphyseal fractures close to the mortise.
Turk J Trauma Emerg Surg. 2014.
A.17 Karakoyun Ö, Küçükkaya M, Sökücü S.
Intramedullary skeletal kinetic distractor in lower extremity lengthening.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.
A.18 Gül M, Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Çetinkaya E, Arıkan Y, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Flexion-adduction-external rotation method for shoulder dislocations.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.
A.19 Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Demir B, Akpınar E, Lapçin O, Atıcı Y, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
An unusual stress fracture in an archer with hypophosphatasia.
Case Reports in Orthopedics. 2013.
A.20 Demir B, Sökücü S, Özden E, Yavuz U, Duman S, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
A new application technique of circular fixator for the treatment of open tibial fractures: circular fixator-hinge technique.
Turk J Trauma Emerg Surg. 2013.
Publications in National Peer-Reviewed Journals
D.1 Kabukcuoglu Y, Yalcinkaya M, Sokucu S.
Staging and surgical treatment principles in malignant bone tumors.
TOTBID Journal. 2014.
D.2 Yavuz U, Sokucu S, Demir B, Yalcinkaya M, Cetinkaya E, Coskun M, Kabukcuoglu Y.
Evaluation of the necessity for routine radiographs in patients with ankle trauma using the Ottawa Rules.
Göztepe Medical Journal. 2013.
D.3 Yavuz U, Bayhan AI, Atici Y, Sokucu S, Kargin D, Uzun M.
Prevalence of lumbar spine anomalies detected radiographically in a male population.
The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery. 2013.
D.4 Beng K, Lapcin O, Sokucu S, Ozkazanli G, Kabukcuoglu YS, Parmaksizoglu AS.
Tip Apex Distance measurements in patients with intertrochanteric femur fractures treated with 135° dynamic hip screw and its impact on outcomes.
The Journal of Kartal Training and Research Hospital. 2013.
D.5 Atici Y, Albayrak A, Tacal TM, Sokucu S, Beng K, Sari S, Kaygusuz MA.
The Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib (VEPTR) technique in the treatment of early-onset scoliosis: Its effect on spinal deformity correction, spinal growth, sagittal and coronal balance, and shoulder alignment.
The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery. 2012.
D.6 Gul M, Sokucu S, Kabukcuoglu Y, Kabukcuoglu F, Ozkaya U.
A rare etiology of equinism: Intramuscular hemangioma (case report).
Sisli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin. 2011.
D.7 Kilic A, Gul M, Sokucu S, Parmaksizoglu A, Kabukcuoglu Y.
The role of arthroscopy in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic wrist pain.
Sisli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin. 2009.
D.8 Kilic A, Gul M, Sokucu S, Mutlu H, Kabukcuoglu Y.
Evaluation of carpal tunnel treatment using the Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire (PEM).
Sisli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin. 2009.
D.9 Sokucu S, Menges O, Gul M, Kabukcuoglu Y.
Bilateral anterior shoulder dislocation developed after minor trauma during Pilates exercise.
Sisli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin. 2009.
D.10 Gul M, Ozkaya U, Parmaksizoglu A, Sokucu S, Kabukcuoglu Y.
Case report of a ganglion cyst causing foot drop.
Sisli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin. 2008.
D.11 Ozkaya U, Kabukcuoglu Y, Parmaksizoglu A, Kilic A, Sokucu S, Basilgan S.
Outcomes of open reduction and internal fixation in intra-articular calcaneal fractures.
The Journal of Kartal Training and Research Hospital. 2007.
D.12 Gul M, Kilic A, Sokucu S, Yeniocak S, Kabukcuoglu Y.
Case report: Ipsilateral elbow dislocation with associated wrist fracture-dislocation.
The Journal of Kartal Training and Research Hospital. 2007.
2011 – 2015, (Internal Medicine Specialist) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Education and Career
Medicine Department of Internal Medicine
2015 – 2016, (Internal Medicine) Specialist Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
2016 – 2019, (Medical Oncology) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology
2019 – 2021, (Medical Oncology Specialist) - Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
2021 – 2024, (Associate Professor) Marmara University School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology
Memberships in Scientific Organizations
ASCO
ESMO
TTOD
AVOD
Publications
In the field of oncology, he has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles at both international and national levels.
Awards Received
EAACI The European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology 2019 Best Poster Award
"The top 3rd verbal presentation, IGICC (11th International Gastrointestinal Cancers Conference – IGICC2021)"
Speeches Delivered at National Congresses, Conferences, and Symposia:
Courses, Meetings, and Certificates
ESMO certified Medical Oncologist since 2019
Medical Fields of Interest
• Thoracoscopic and Robotic Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Lung Cancers
• Trachea Surgery
• Lung Transplantation
• Lung Biopsy • Pneumothorax (collapsed lung)
• Diaphragmatic Surgery • Surgery of Pleural Diseases
• Pediatric Thoracic Surgery
Education
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
•Istanbul Galatasaray High School
• Primary Education Ankara, Samsun, Izmir
Dr. Yahya Özel is a highly experienced general surgeon with expertise in bariatric surgery, hepatobiliary diseases, abdominal hernias, endocrine surgery, and oncological surgery. He completed his medical education at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 1990 and pursued his specialization in General Surgery at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital between 2001 and 2006. His commitment to advanced surgical techniques led him to further training at Tokyo University Hospital, Japan, in the Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery and Artificial Organ Division under renowned experts M. Makuuchi and N. Kokudo.
Throughout his career, Dr. Özel has worked at prestigious institutions, including Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, and Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital. His extensive experience includes roles in ERCP and surgical endoscopy, as well as advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery. In addition to his clinical practice, he has served as an academic faculty member at Doğuş University, contributing to the education and training of future medical professionals.
Dr. Özel holds several certifications in surgical endoscopy, including the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate. His dedication to minimally invasive surgical techniques, obesity treatment, and hepatobiliary surgery has made him a sought-after specialist in his field. With a career spanning over three decades, he continues to provide high-quality, patient-centered surgical care, ensuring the best outcomes through his expertise and innovative approach.
Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, 2004
Istanbul Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Residency, 2010
Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine Medical Oncology Residency, 2015
MD Andeson Cancer Center, USA, 2008
Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center Breast Cancer Clinic, Canada, 2017
Moffit Cancer Center , USA 2022
Istanbul Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine, 2010
İdil State Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic, 2011
Karadeniz Technical Universityniversitesi Faculty of Medicine, Medical Oncology Clinic, 2015
Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Medical Oncology Clinic, 2018
Yeniyüzyıl University Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital, Medical Oncology Clinic, 2020
Ataşehir Medicana Hospital, Medical Oncology Clinic, 2022
Turkish Medical Association (TTB)
Turkish Society of Medical Oncology (TTOD)
European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
American Society of Medical Oncology (ASCO)
Medical Intrests
Assist. Prof. Meltem TOPALGÖKÇELİ SELAM M.D. is a Medical Oncologist with a focus on Gastrointestinal System and Ovary Cancers. She has extensive experience working in various medical institutions, including the Liv Hospital, Ministry of Health Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, and Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. She is a member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Society, the Istanbul Breast Cancer Research Group, and the Alumni Association for Üsküdar American Academy for Girls.
Personal Information
Sex: Male
Born : 1968
Professional Experience
Gayrettepe Florence Nigthingale Hospital
Medical Oncology Department
Besiktas/Istanbul/Turkey (ongoing)
Education:
He became Professor (22/April /2016)
Medical Oncology
Attending Phys.in Gastrointestinal Oncology (January 2005 ,2009)
Istanbul University Oncology Institue,
Department of Medical Oncology
Medical Oncology Fellowship (December 2001-December2004)
Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty
Hemodialysis Traning (May1996-January1997)
Istanbul University ,bCerrahpasa Medical Faculty
Internal Medicine Residency (November 1991-November 1996)
Istanbul University ,bCerrahpasa Medical Faculty
Ege University Medical Faculty (1985-1991)
Professional Experience
February 1999-November 2001
Metropolitan Florence Nigthingale Hospital
American Cancer Center, Gayrettepe/İstanbul
April1997- October 1998
Bayraktar Dialysis Center
Güngören/ Istanbul
Membership
Turkish Medical Oncology Association
ENET(European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society)
ESMO
ASCO
Experience
2021 year - 2022 year
Clinical Manager of Radiation Oncology, Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
2021 year - 2022 year
Department of Radiation Oncology, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine
2020 year - 2021 year
Clinical Manager of Radiation Oncology, Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
2017 year - 2020 year
Clinical Manager of Radiation Oncology, Neolife Medical Center
2016 year - 2017 year
Department of Radiation Oncology, Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine
2011 year - 2016 year
Department of Radiation Oncology, Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine
2010 year - 2011 year
Department of Radiation Oncology, Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine
2008 year - 2010 year
Radiation Oncology Clinic, Samsun Training and Research Hospital (Education Coordinator)
2006 year
Medical Faculty, Dokuz Eylül University
2006 year - 2008 year
Radiation Oncology Clinic, Samsun Mehmet Aydın State Hospital (Compulsory Service)
2000 year - 2006 year
Medical Faculty, Dokuz Eylül University
Education
2022 year
Biruni University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Faculty Member, Professor Doctor
2022 year
Anadolu University Open Education Faculty Undergraduate Program, Cultural Heritage and Tourism
2021 year
Feyziye Schools Foundation Işık University Health Services Vocational School, Faculty Member, Associate Professor Doctor
2017 year
Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Faculty Member
2017 year
Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Associate Professor Doctor
2006 year
Samsun Training and Research Hospital, Specialist Doctor, Compulsory Service
2006 year
Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Medical Specialization
1998 year
Ege University, Faculty of Medicine