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Dr. Alp Gürkan is a surgeon with more than 33 years of experience in organ transplantation and general surgery. He has performed over 1,900 kidney transplants and more than 3,000 surgical procedures. This makes him one of Turkey’s most accomplished transplant surgeons.

Dr. Gürkan founded Turkey’s first non-university organ transplant clinic. He also performed the country’s first laparoscopic kidney transplant from a live donor. He is known for leading Turkey’s first intestinal transplant. Dr. Gürkan has received several major honors, including the Turkish Department of Health Excellence Award of Renal Transplant and the Prime Minister Medical Honor Award.

Prof. Dr. Oya Gökmen is an expert in Reproductive Medicine with 45 years of experience. She specializes in IVF, endometriosis, and assisted reproductive technologies. Dr. Gökmen has performed thousands of procedures, including embryo cryopreservation, sperm donation, and IVF with gender selection. Her work has played a key role in advancing reproductive medicine in Turkey.

Dr. Gökmen led the first hospital in Turkey to receive ISO 9001 certification. She also helped Zekai Tahir Burak Training and Research Hospital earn the EFQM European Excellence certificate. She is a professor at Giresun University. Dr. Gökmen has served as president of the Turkish Gynecology Obstetrics Society and was the founding president of the Ankara Gynecological Association.

Dr. Emin Ersoy is a General Surgeon with more than 35 years of experience. He specializes in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 10,000 surgeries, including complex procedures for obesity, metabolic, and gastrointestinal conditions.

Dr. Ersoy is accredited by top surgical societies. He is known for introducing minimally invasive techniques in Turkey. He has published more than 100 scientific articles. He is often invited to speak at national and international conferences and has contributed to the progress of surgical practice.

Dr. Ahmet Yavuz Balci is an experienced Orthopedic Surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats injuries of the bones, ligaments, joints, and tendons. He is skilled in advanced orthopedic procedures. These include knee arthroscopy, ankle fusion surgery, ACL reconstruction, carpal tunnel release, and meniscus repair.

Dr. Balci has performed many complex surgeries with excellent patient outcomes. He holds accreditation from top medical boards. He uses minimally invasive techniques to support faster recovery. Dr. Balci is known for his dedication to high standards in orthopedic care in Turkey.

Prof. Dr. Adil Baykan is a leading general and oncological surgeon in Turkey. He has over 28 years of clinical experience. He specializes in colorectal, endoscopic, and laparoscopic surgeries. He also treats thyroid and breast diseases.

Dr. Baykan has published several articles on colon cancer in national and international journals. He completed advanced training at St. Mark’s Hospital in London, the University of Minnesota, and the Mayo Clinic in the USA. He holds important academic and surgical roles at top hospitals in Turkey.

Prof. Dr. M. İhsan Karaman is a urologic surgeon and professor. He specializes in prostate growth, prostate cancer, urinary incontinence, sexual dysfunction, kidney stone disease, male infertility, and pediatric urology. He works as a Consultant Surgeon in pediatric urology. He has served as Chief of the Urology Clinic at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital. He was also President of Istanbul Medeniyet University.

Dr. Karaman has published over 300 academic papers. He has edited scientific books on prostate cancer and pediatric urology. His work has been cited internationally more than 1,000 times. He is a founding member of the Turkish Society for Pediatric Urology and the Eurasian Urooncological Association. He serves on the Scientific Programme Council of the Société Internationale d'Urologie. He is accredited by several international medical associations and has organized major medical congresses.

Dr. Zeynep Yılmaz is an experienced orthodontist with more than 14 years in the field. She specializes in Invisalign and transparent aligner treatments. She received her master’s degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 2010. Since 2014, she has worked at Bergedent Clinic.

Dr. Yılmaz is a certified Invisalign provider. She is known for her skills in modern orthodontic treatments. She speaks English fluently. Dr. Yılmaz has treated hundreds of patients and is committed to high patient satisfaction. She also contributes to the development of orthodontic care.

Dr. Tunç Berge, MSc, is an experienced dentist in Istanbul. He specializes in prosthodontics, esthetic dentistry, dental implants, and laser dentistry. He has over 35 years of clinical experience. Dr. Berge holds master’s degrees in Crown Bridge Prosthesis and Implant Surgery. He also has advanced certifications from the American Laser Dentistry Academy, Straumann ITI, and the Las Vegas Institute.

Dr. Berge is a guest professor in Oral Implantology at Marconi University of Rome. He has trained internationally in the USA, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. He has led many advanced courses and served as president of the Istanbul Dental Institute. Dr. Berge is known for his work in implantology and laser applications. He has contributed to thousands of successful dental implant and esthetic procedures.