Best Chest X-Ray doctors in Istanbul: TOP 95 doctors

Education:

• Degree: Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University, 2009
• Medical Specialty: Internal Medicine, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, 2010-2014
• Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital, 2014-2019
• Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Turkish Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic, Qatar, 2019-2020
• Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Istanbul Medipol University Hospital Mega Hospital Internal Medicine Department, 2020-2024
• Associate Professor Doctor: Internal Medicine, Istanbul Medipol University Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital, 2024-Present.

Roles in Projects:

Sub investigator (Assistant Researcher) in the SOUL Study: Cardiovascular Outcome Research of Semaglutide in Type 2 Diabetic Patients, approved by the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency on May 22, 2019.

Sub investigator (Assistant Researcher) in the international study “SCALE™ Insulin”: Efficacy and Safety of Liraglutide 3.0 mg in Overweight or Obese Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Treated with Basal Insulin (Study Code: NN8022-4272), conducted by Novo Nordisk A.Ş.

Subinvestigator (Assistant Researcher) in the international study NN5401-4266 StepByStep Intensification conducted by Novo Nordisk.

Assistant Researcher in the study "A Research Study to Compare Semaglutide to Insulin Aspart, When Taken Together With Metformin and Insulin Glargine, in People With Type 2 Diabetes (SUSTAIN 11)" (2019-2020).

Assistant Researcher in the PIONEER 1 study: Randomized Clinical Trial of the Efficacy and Safety of Oral Semaglutide Monotherapy in Comparison With Placebo in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes.

EDUCATION

Balgrist University, Zurich

• Shoulder and Elbow Observership, Feb 8th - March 23rd, 2023

Bezmialem Vakif University

• Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Fellowship Program, March 1st - July 2nd, 2021

Istanbul Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital

• Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2011-2016

Hospital for Special Surgery, USA

• Observership, May 2nd - June 30th, 2016

Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

• Medical School, 2003–2009

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Istanbul Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Research and Training Hospital

• Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2011-2016

Kilis State Hospital

• Orthopaedics Surgeon, 2017-2019

Yedikule Surp Pırgiç Armenian Hospital

• Orthopaedics Surgeon, 2019-2020

Istanbul Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Research and Training Hospital

• Orthopaedics Surgeon, 2020-2024

Medipol Acıbadem Hospital

• Orthopaedics Surgeon, 2024-present

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

• Field: Faculty of Medicine
• University: Gazi University
• Years: 2009-2015

PhD/Medical Specialty

• Field: Department of Internal Medicine/Cardiology Department
• University: Mustafa Kemal University
• Years: 2016-2020

Experience:

General Practitioner

• Institution: Kırıkhan Community Health Center
• Years: 2015-2016

Research Assistant Doctor

• Institution: Hatay Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine Cardiology Department
• Years: 2016-2020

Specialist Doctor

• Institution: Hatay Training and Research Hospital
• Years: 2020-2022

Doctor Academic Staff

• Institution: Hatay Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine Cardiology Department
• Years: 2022-2024
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2024 – İstanbul Medicine Hastanesi

2011-2024 Adana Medline Hastanesi

2014-2023 Yakın Doğu Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Hastanesi

2009-2011 Gaziantep Medikal Park Hastanesi

2005-2009 Urfa ve Gaziantep Devlet Hastaneleri

2000-2005 Çukurova Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Hastanesi

2015 Near East University Cardiology Professor

2009 25 December State Hospital Cardiology Associate Professorship

2005 Çukurova University Cardiology Specialist

1998 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Undergraduate

Areas of Expertise

Coronary angiography and stenting (Complex coronary, bifurcation and CTO)

Electrophysiological Study (EPS) and Ablation

Pacemaker and ICD implantation procedures

Congenital heart disease (ASD, VSD and PDA closure) procedures

Endovascular and aortic coarctation stenting (EVAR, TEVAR)

Carotid artery stenting procedures

Renal (kidney) artery stenting procedures

Subclavian (arm) artery stenting procedures

Lower extremity (leg) artery balloon and stenting procedures

Publications

Reliability of Doppler methods in the evaluation of the left ventricular systolic function in patients with idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy O Akpinar, A Bozkurt, E Acartürk Echocardiography 24 (10) 

Tissue Doppler imaging and NT-proBNP levels show the early impairment of ventricular function in patients with ß-thalassaemia major O Akpinar, E Acartürk, M Kanadaşi, Ç Ünsal, F Başlamişli Acta cardiologica 62 (3) 

H-FABP in the early diagnosis of stroke O Akpınar, S Geyik, A Açıkalın, Y Karakan, Ö Tiryaki Journal of neurology 256 (11) 

A new index (CHOLINDEX) in detecting coronary artery disease risk O Akpinar, A Bozkurt, E Acarturk, G Seydaoğlu Anatolian Journal of Cardiology 13 (4) 2013

Prognostic value of troponin t in patients with acute ischemic stroke in emergency department O Akpinar, Z Karakaya Acta Medica Mediterranea 33 (5) 

Echocardiographic findings in patients with Behçet’s disease A Bozkurt, O Akpınar, S Uzun, A Akman, D Arslan, A Birand The American journal of cardiology 97 (5) 

Acute effects of smoking on right ventricular function TF Ilgenli, O Akpinar Swiss Medical Weekly 137 (0506) 

Atrial myxoma: an unusual cause of myocardial infarction M Demir, O Akpinar, E Acarturk Texas Heart Institute Journal 32 (3) 

Frequency of diastolic dysfunction in patients with sickle cell anaemia: a tissue Doppler imaging study M Kanadaèsi, O Akpinar, çayli Murat, Y Dænmez, E Acartìrk Acta cardiologica 60 (5) 

The prognostic value of arterial stiffness in systolic heart failure Ş Demir, O Akpınar, O Akkus, K Nas, I Unal, F Molnar, A Demir, M Illyés, … Cardiology journal 20 (6) 

Correlation of the coronary severity scores and mean platelet volume in diabetes mellitus G Abalı, O Akpınar, N Söylemez Advances in therapy 31   

The Evaluation of Left Ventricular Systolic and Diastolic Functions in Patients With Friedreich Ataxia A Pulse Tissue Doppler Study F Koc, O Akpinar, D Yerdelen, M Demir, Y Sarica, M Kanadasi International Heart Journal 46 (3) 

Effects of chronic cigarette smoking on myocardial deformation parameters by two‐dimensional speckle tracking echocardiography B Yaman, O Akpınar, L Cerit, HS Kemal, S Usalp, Ü Yüksek, E Açıkgöz, … Echocardiography 36 (11), 2026-2032, 2019

The beneficial effect of low‐intensity exercise on cardiac performance assessed by two‐dimensional speckle tracking echocardiography B Yaman, O Akpınar, HS Kemal, L Cerit, B Sezenöz, E Açıkgöz, H Duygu Echocardiography 37 (12), 1989-1999, 2020

Severity of coronary artery disease and echocardiographic parameters of ventricular diastolic function G Abalı, O Akpınar, V Nisanoğlu, TF Ilgenli Echocardiography 31 (7) 

Comparison of IQOS (heated tobacco) and cigarette smoking on cardiac functions by two-dimensional speckle tracking echocardiography B Yaman, O Akpınar, HS Kemal, L Cerit, Ü Yüksek, N Söylemez, H Duygu Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology 423 

eNOS gene intron 4 a/b VNTR polymorphism is a risk factor for coronary artery disease in Southern Turkey S Matyar, G Attila, E Acartürk, O Akpinar, T İnal Clinica Chimica Acta 354 (1-2) 

Unusual electrocardiographic changes with propranolol and diltiazem overdosage: a case report S Satar, A Acikalin, O Akpinar American journal of therapeutics 10 (4) 

Effects of apolipoprotein E genotypes and other risk factors on the development of coronary artery disease in Southern Turkey G Attila, E Acartürk, G Eskandari, O Akpinar, A Tuli, M Kanadaşi, L Kayrin Clinica chimica acta 312 (1-2) 

Insertion/deletion polymorphism of the angiotensin converting enzyme gene in coronary artery disease in southern Turkey E Acarturk, G Attila, A Bozkurt, O Akpinar, S Matyar, G Seydaoglu BMB Reports 38 (4) 

Gene-gene interaction of ACE I/D, endothelial nitric oxide synthase 4 a/b and ApoE does not affect coronary artery disease severity S Matyar, E Acartürk, G Attila, İ Ünal, L Soyer, O Akpınar Advances in Clinical and Experimental Medicine 23 (2) 

The effects of cigarette smoking on the Tp-e interval, Tp-e/QT ratio and Tp-e/QTc ratio TF İlgenli, A Tokatlı, O Akpınar, F Kılıçaslan Adv Clin Exp Med Nov-Dec;24(6) 

Right and left ventricular adaptation to training determined by conventional echocardiography and tissue Doppler imaging in young endurance athletes M Koç, A Bozkurt, O Akpinar, N Ergen, E Acartürk Acta cardiologica 62 (1), 13-18, 2007

Cardiac troponin T as a prognostic marker in patients with heart failure: a 3-year outcome study M Demir, M Kanadaşı, O Akpınar, Y Dönmez, M Avkaroğulları, C Alhan, … Angiology 58 (5) 

Tissue Doppler is a more reliable method in early detection of cardiac dysfunction in patients with AA amyloidosis M Demir, S Paydaş, M Çaylı, O Akpınar, M Balal, E Acartürk Renal failure 27 (4) 

Diastolic function predicts outcome after aortic valve replacement in patients with chronic severe aortic regurgitation M Çaylı, M Kanadaşı, O Akpınar, A Usal, H Poyrazoglu Clin Cardiol. Aug; 32(8) 

Relation between age and gender differences in plasma triglyceride concentrations and coronary artery disease in Southern Turkey E Acartürk, M Çaylı, O Akpınar, G Attila, M Demir Clinica chimica acta 339 (1-2) 

S-100B Levels in Stroke Patients: Is It Useful for Showing Short-term Mortality? S Satar, A Açikalin, O Akpinar, F Koc, M Sahan, M Gulen, F Icme, M Topal, … Neurosurgery Quarterly 24 (1) 

Is sildenafil effective in secondary pulmonary hypertension due to systemic lupus erythematosus? A case report I Hanta, M Demir, O Akpinar, A Kocabas, S Ozbek Clinical rheumatology 24 

Relationship between left ventricular geometry and left ventricular systolic and diastolic functions in patients with chronic severe aortic regurgitation M Cayli, M Kanadaşi, O Akpinar, A Usal, H Poyrazoğlu Echocardiography 25 (6) 

NT-proBNP levels and QT changes in acute ischemic stroke. A Acikalin, S Satar, O Akpinar, CE Cagliyan, M Sahan, F Icme, M Gulen, … Neurology Asia 18 (1) 2013

The relation between serum erythropoietin level and severity of disease and mortality in patients with chronic heart failure M Avkaroğullari, A Bozkurt, O Akpinar, Y Dönmez, M Demirtaş Acta cardiologica 63 (3) 

Acute effect of methylphenidate on QT interval duration and dispersion in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder TF Ilgenli, A Congologlu, C Ozturk, T Turkbay, O Akpinar, F Kilicaslan Advances in therapy 24 

ST elevation in inferior derivation, coronary ectasia, and slow coronary flow following ceftriaxone use. TF İlgenli, A Açıkalın, S Türkmen, A Avcı, O Akpınar The American Journal of Emergency Medicine 30 (8) 

Evaluation of the hypertensive patients in southeastern Anatolia; demographic features and target organ damage H Aksoy, R Yılmaz, MM Baş, O Akpınar Clinical and Experimental Hypertension 33 (7) 

H-FABP in cases of carbon monoxide intoxication admitted to the emergency room A Açıkalın, S Satar, A Sebe, A Köse, O Akpınar Human & experimental toxicology 30 (6) 

Neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio is associated with the severity of coronary artery disease in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction DY Şahin, Z Elbasan, M Gür, A Yıldız, O Akpınar, YK Icen, C Turkoglu, … Angiology 64 (6) 

Left atrial appendage aneurysm presenting with recurrent embolic strokes E Acartürk, M Kanadaşi, VD Yerdelen, O Akpinar, A Özeren, ÖB Saygili The International journal of cardiovascular imaging 19 

Acute-phase reactants and cytokines in ischemic stroke: do they have any relationship with short-term mortality? M Sahan, A Sebe, A Acikalin, O Akpinar, F Koc, MO Ay, M Gulen, M Topal, … European Review for Medical & Pharmacological Sciences 17 (20) 

Is there any link between vitamin D deficiency and vasovagal syncope? S Usalp, H Kemal, Ü Yüksek, B Yaman, A Günsel, O Edebal, O Akpınar, … Journal of Arrhythmia 36 (2) 

Is there any link between vitamin d and recurrence of atrial fibrillation after cardioversion? B Yaman, L Cerit, HK Günsel, Z Cerit, S Usalp, Ü Yüksek, U Coşkun, … Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery 35 

Increased discharge heart rate might be associated with increased short-term mortality after acute coronary syndrome U Yuksek, L Cerit, B Yaman, H Kemal, İ Etikan, O Akpınar, H Duygu Acta Cardiologica 78 (1) 

‘Natural Conduit’between two atria associated with atrial septal defect M Kanadaşı, N Özbarlas, M Demirtaş, A Usal, O Akpınar The International Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging 21 

Assessment of Left Ventricular Diastolic Dysfunction with a New Method: Tissue Doppler Imaging M Çaylı, A Usal, M Kanadaşı, M Demir, O Akpınar Archives of the Turkish Society of Cardiology 32 (9) 

Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy in 2 brothers M Kanadaşı, A Tasal, O Akpınar, F Tercan, E Acartürk Journal of Electrocardiology 40 (4), S26, 2007

Is there a difference between aortic and brachial vein blood lipoprotein and total cholesterol levels? U Yuksek, L Cerit, B Yaman, S Usalp, E Ceylan, OH Edebal, O Akpinar, … Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira 69 

Improvement of abnormal systolic motion of the interventricular septum with cardiac resynchronization therapy B Yaman, HS Kemal, Y Dönmez, L Cerit, S Usalp, Ü Yüksek, A Günsel, … Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology 42 (9) 

Anomalous origin of the right coronary artery from the left sinus Valsalva with coronary ectasia N Söylemez, R Demirbağ, T Hazırolan, O Akpınar International Journal of Clinical Medicine 2 (03) 

Effects of lisinopril, atenolol, and isosorbide 5-mononitrate on angina pectoris and QT dispersion in patients with syndrome X: An open-label, randomized, crossover study M Kanadaşi, M Demir, M Demirtaş, O Akpinar, CC Alhan Current therapeutic research 63 (4) 

Monomorphic ventricular tachycardia during the ajmaline test O Akpınar, K Kurt, M Kanadaşı Türk Kardiyoloji Derneği Arşivi 41 (6) 

ST elevation in AVR could be a sign of the left main coronary artery lesion O Akpinar, M Kanadaşi, A Açikalin, E Acartürk The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology 2 (4)  

Cut-off values ​​of BNP and NT-BNP for diagnosis of heart failure in emergency service O Akpinar, M Canadasi, TF Ilgenli The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology 6 (4) 

Pregnancy and heart valve disease O Akpinar The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology 9

The levels of the leptin and adiponectin according to body mass index and their relationship with oxidative parameters N Soylemez, R Demirbag, Y Sezen, A Yildiz, O Akpinar The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology 10

The levels of the leptin and adiponectin according to body mass index and their relationship with oxidative parameters N Söylemez, R Demirbağ, Y Sezen, A Yıldız, O Akpınar Anatolian Journal of Cardiology 10 (5) 2010

Different clinical presentations of arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy in two brothers M Kanadasi, A Tasal, O Akpinar, F Tercan, E Acartürk The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology 8 (5)

Progression of Inflammatory Biomarkers Early after Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Device Placement K Gülşen, L Cerit, B Ayça, H Kemal, C Conkbayır, F Özkalaycı, O Akpınar, … Kocaeli Üniversitesi Sağlık Bilimleri Dergisi 6 (2)

Protein supplementation improves left ventricular systolic functions in athletes by 2D speckle tracking echocardiography B Yaman, H Kemal Gunsel, L Cerit, E Acikgoz, S Usalp, Ü Yuksek, … European Heart Journal-Cardiovascular Imaging 21 (Supplement_1)

Relationship between vitamin D deficiency and coronary tortuosity severity L Cerit, K Gulsen, A Gunsel, M Uncu, Z Cerit, O Akpinar, H Duygu Gazzetta Medica Italiana Archivio per le Scienze Mediche 176 (9), 455-460, 2017

A case of coronary microfistula: A newborn microfistula L Cerit, K Gulsen, H Kemal, O Akpınar Indian Heart Journal 68 (2), 192, 2016

Vasospastic angina: nocturnal chest pain, eosinophilia and delayed diagnosis N Söylemez, R Yilmaz, H Aksoy, TF İlgenli, O Akpinar The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology 9 (6), 512, 2009

What do guidelines say we should do in patients with ST elevation myocardial infarction? O Akpınar, A Açıkalın, N Rana Dişel, Ç Emre Çağlıyan Journal of Academic Emergency Medicine 13 (4), 2014

Relationship between serum neuron specific enolase levels and brain injury in patients with hyponatremia S Matyar, A Açıkalın, R Dişel, OG Ozturk, G Dağlıoğlu, O Akpınar Cukurova Medical Journal 47 (3)

The Effect of Mitral Stenosis on Maternal and Fetal Outcome in Pregnancy Ş Demir, A Bozkurt, O Akpinar, S Buyukkurt, O Akkus J Clin Exp Cardiolog 4 (237)

Aortic dissection: Two years clinical experience of patients diagnosed with aortic disection in an university emergency department A Açıkalaın, S Satar, O Akpınar, G Kuvandık, A Sarı, M Kanadaşı, H Yalnız Türkiye Acil Tıp Dergisi 5 (1)

Does protein adding to diet affect sportsmen’s cardiovascular system? S Usalp, HS Kemal, O Akpınar, L Cerit, H Duygu Cukurova Medical Journal 45 (4)

Uniform criteria for diagnosing noncompaction by cMRI and echocardiography are warranted (Authors Reply) K Gülşen, L Cerit, B Özcem, O Akapınar The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology 15 (11)

New alternatives to the standard Doppler method in measuring transmitral pressure gradient M Demir, O Akpınar, M Kanadaşı, E Acartürk Archives of the Turkish Society of Cardiology 35 (3)

Are the Parameters of Inflammation a Measure of Success of Thrombolytic Treatment in Acute Myocardial Infarction? M Demir, M Kanadaşı, O Akpınar, M Koç, M Avkaroğulları, … Archives of the Turkish Society of Cardiology 32 (9)

Evaluation of tachyarrhythmia frequency in patients with mild mitral stenosis in sinus rhythm Ş Demir, A Ateş, O Akpınar, A Bozkurt MN Cardiology 21 (2)

Aortic dissection: Two-year clinical experience in patients presenting to a university hospital emergency department A Açıkalın, S Satar, O Akpınar, G Kuvandık, A Sarı, M Canadaşı, H Yalnız Turkish Emergency Medicine Journal 5 (1) 2005

Heart Rate Variability and Cerebrovascular Events S Usualp, B Taşin, HS Kemal, B Yaman, O Akpınar, L Cerit, … Harran University Medical Faculty Journal 17 (3)

A new method for the evaluation of left ventricular diastolic function: tissue Doppler echocardiography M Çaylı, A Usal, M Canadaşı, M Demir, O Akpinar Turkish Cardiology Association Archives 32 (9)

Successful Covered Stent Implantation in Iatrogenic Coronary Perforation Developing After Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Y Kaya, N Söylemez, O Akpinar Koşuyolu Heart Journal 15 (1)

Stress hyperglycemia detected in the emergency department in acute myocardial infarction indicates early mortality S Satar, A Sebe, A Açıkalın, A Avcı, O Akapinar Çukurova University Medical Faculty Journal 29 (3)

Education

• M.Sc: Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University - 25.03.1974
• Specialty Education: Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University - 1975-1980

Experience

• Specialization in Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis: Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine - 1982-1987
• Associate Professor Doctor Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine - 1987-1996
• Visiting Professor at Allergy Clinic (Associate Professor): University of Paris Rothschild Hospital / France - 1990
• Professor Doctor Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - 1996-2011
• Professor Doctor, Medical Director: Universal Hospitals Group - 2011-2013
• Professor Doctor, Medical Director: Kolan Hospital Sisli - 2013-2019
• Professor Doctor Memorial Sisli Hospital - 2019-2023.
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Medical Interests

• Lung Nodules: Diagnosis, follow-up, treatment decision
• Lung cancer
• Bronchoscopic procedures
• Asthma
• COPD
• Respiratory system infections
• Bronchiectasis
• Interstitial lung diseases
• Chronic cough
• Respiratory failure

Education

• Undergraduate: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine 1990-1997
• MSc: Pamukkale University Department of Radiology 2002-2007

Experience

• Assistant Professor (Assistant Professorship): Okan University 2016 -2018
• Associate Professorship: Okan University 2018 -2024
• Professorship Date : Okan University 2024

Medical Interests

• Thorax Radiology
• Abdomen Radiology
• Cardiac CT Angiography
• Prostate Imaging
• Paediatric Radiology
• Breast Radiology

Education

• Faculty of Medicine: Trakya University, 1982-1988
• Radiation Oncology Residency: Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, 1994-1998
• Radiation Oncology Residency: Princess Margaret Hospital Toronto, 1996
• Phytotherapy Master's Degree: Istanbul University Faculty of Pharmacy, 2017-2018

Experience

• Professor, Head of Department: Health Sciences University Bursa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, 2021-2024
• Professor, Head of Department: Health Sciences University Izmir Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, 2021-2024
• Professor: Department of Radiation Oncology, Health Sciences University Istanbul Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, 2021-2024
• Lecturer Gelisim University SMYO, 2013-2020

Medical Interests

• Breast Cancer / Intraoperative Radiotherapy
• Gynaecological Cancers / Brachytherapy Applications
• Gastrointestinal System Tumours
• Prostate Cancer / Hydrogel Space Oar Certificate and Application
• Lung Cancers
• Brain Tumours
• Head and Neck Cancers

Education

Doctor of Medicine Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Istanbul University 1998-2004
Orthopedics and Traumatology Residency Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 2004-2010
Göobserver Arthroplasty (prosthetic surgery) Hospital for Special Surgery, NewYork, USA 2010 (March-May)
Research fellow Orthopedic Oncology Mayo Clinic, Rochester MN, USA 2014-2015
Clinical Fellow Orthopedic Oncology University of Iowa, Iowa, USA 2020-2021

Experience

Associate Professor Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology 2012-present

Medical Interests

• Orthopaedic oncology
• Bone Tumours (Osteosarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma, Giant Cell Bone Tumour, Aneurysmal bone Cysts etc.)
• Soft tissue tumours (Malignant fibrous histiocytoma, liposarcoma, synovial sarcoma, desmoid tumour, lipoma etc.)
• Complex limb reconstruction
• Hip, knee prosthesis and revisions
• Orthopaedic diseases

Awards

1. Best Oral Presentation, AO Spine AWARD 10th Hellenic spine congress and joint meeting with french and turkish spine society and 40th symposium'' Giannestras- symrnis Thessaloniki, 26-29 october 2016 Spinal Tuberculosis inPatients With Growing Spine Akgül T., Korkmaz M., Benli T., Talu U., Şar C.

2. Best Poster, 23rd Efort (European Federation Of National Associations Of Orthopaedics And Traumatology) congress, 22-24 june 2022 Correlations between radiographic spinopelvic parameters and health-related quality of life: A prospective evaluation of 37 patients with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy. Bayram S., Kendirci A. Ş. , Karalar Ş., Durmuş Tekçe H., Parman F. Y. , Akgül T, Durmaz H.

3. TOTDER XXI.Akif Şakar Science Award

4. Best poster, TOTBID- 24th National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 2014

5. Best poster, Totder 6th Orthopedics and Traumatology Istanbul Meeting May 12-15, 2016

6. Best poster, Comparison of Selective and Non-Selective Fusion Results in the Treatment of Lenke Type 1B Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, 27th National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 2017.

Education

Halide Edip Adıvar High School (English High School) (1999)
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1999-2005)
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology (2005-2011)
Şanlıurfa Training and Research Hospital (2011-2012)

Experience

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology Associate Professor (2017-2023)
Koç University Hospital Spine Center - Part-time (2018-2023)
Istanbul Universityniversitesi Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology Associate Professor (2023-present)
National Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery-Turkish Journal Of Trauma & Emergency Surgery, Advisory Board Member, 2020
Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery, Associate Editor, 2019 - Ongoing
Acta Orthopaedica Et Traumatologica Turcica, Associate Editorr, 2019 - Ongoing
Turkish Spine Society (TOD)-board member-Treasurer
TOTDER (Turkish Orthopedic Association)-board member.

Medical Interests

• Spine Surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Spine Fractures
• Vertebra Body Tethering (VBT)(Scoliosis with tether)
• Narrow Canal Surgery
• Spine Revision Surgery
• Pelvic Surgery

1997 - 2002 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

1990 - 1996 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Articles he wrote and contributed to;

Clinical efficacy of peritendinous platelet-rich plasma injection in the treatment of tendinopathies: A retrospective study Aybars Kıvrak* (a), Mehmet Can Ünlü (a), Esref Terzi (a), Olgar Birsel (b), Doruk Akgun (c), Yusuf Pirincci (d), Gokhan Kaynak(a), Isik Akgun (e) Medium and long-term effects of acetabular roof ring and Burch-Schneider anti-protusio cages in acetabular revisions in patients with acetabular bone deficiency Correspondence: Yusuf Pirinççi , Muhammed Taha Demir, Mumammet Salih, Fahri Erdoğan, Nejat Güney

Dimensional variables of the proximal femur in developmental adult hip dysplasia suggest that a tapered, rectangular, press-fit design may be an optimal choice for patients with Crowe type IV hips

Specialties

Limb Lenghtening 

Sports Surgery

Meniscus Tears

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears

Knee Prosthesis

Hip Prosthesis

Shoulder Prosthesis

Shoulder Slap Repair

Height Extension

Tumor Surgery

Foot Surgery( Hallux Valgus)

Diabetic Foot

Bone Infections (Osteomyelitis)

Education

• Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute, Cardiology Residency, 2010, Istanbul/Turkey
• Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine Education, 2005, Konya/Turkey
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Experience

• Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute, 2012-2021, Istanbul/Turkey
• Siverek State Hospital (Compulsory Service), 2011-2012, Şanlıurfa/Turkey
• Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology, 2005-2010, Istanbul/Turkey
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Scientific Memberships 

• Turkish Society of Cardiology
• European Percutaneous Intervention Association
• European Society of Cardiology
• SCAI (Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions)

Education

Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, Anesthesiology and Reanimation Residency, 2011, Eskişehir/Turkey
Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine Residency, 2000, Eskişehir/Turkey.

Experience

Biruni University Hospital, 2021, Istanbul/Turkey
Kilis State Hospital, 2017-2019, Kilis/Turkey
Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine Hospital (Intensive Care Subspecialty Training), 2014-2017, Antalya/Turkey
Afyon State Hospital, 2013-2014, Afyon/Turkey
Ağrı State Hospital, 2011-2013, Ağrı/Turkey

Scientific Memberships 

Istanbul Medical Chamber
Turkish Intensive Care Association
TARD (Turkish Society of Anesthesiology and Reanimation)
ESICM (European Society of Intensive Care Medicine)
SCCM (Society of Critical Care Medicine)

Anesthesia and Reanimation - 

• -ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation)
• -Sepsis
• -Renal Replacement Therapy
• -Echocardiography, Ultrasonography
• -Brain Death, Organ Donation
• -ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)
• -Organ Transplant

Education

Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine, Cardiology Residency, 2011, Istanbul/Turkey
Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2006, Istanbul/Turkey

Experience

Assistant Doctor, Bilim University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology, 2006-2011
Specialist Doctor, Şanlıurfa Mehmet Akif Inan Training and Research Hospital, 2011-2013
Dr. Faculty Member, Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Medicine, 2013-2019
Dr. Faculty Member, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine, 2019-

After completing his primary and high school education in Karabük, he was entitled to enter Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2000.
After 6 years of medical education, he entered the Cardiology Department of Bilim University Faculty of Medicine in the TUS exam.
4He received his 5-year residency training at Florence Nightingale Hospital, which is considered as a reference hospital in the field of Cardiology, and in 2011 he received the title of Specialist Dr.
He specialized in the field of interventional cardiology and reached thousands of case experience, especially in radial (through the arm) angiography, challenging coronary and peripheral procedures.
2019 He has been serving his patients at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine since the year.

Scientific Memberships

Turkish Medical Association
Turkish Society of Cardiology

Education

Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology, Cardiology Residency, 2010, Istanbul/Turkey
Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2005, Bursa/Turkey

Experience

Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute, 2012-2021, Istanbul/Turkey
Adıyaman 82. Yıl State Hospital, 2010-2012, Adıyaman/Turkey

He graduated from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 2005. In the year he graduated, he started his specialization in Istanbul University Cardiology Institute Cardiology Department and successfully completed his specialty training in 2010. After his specialty training, he completed his compulsory service in Adıyaman State Hospital for 2 years. After the compulsory service was over, he started working at the university hospital where he received his specialization. In 2017, he received the title of Associate Professor. During his specialization, he performed many operations in the field of cardiovascular diseases and peripheral arterial diseases. In 2018, he completed the Academia - peripheral arterial disease intervention training in Italy. He received the title of Professor in 2022.

He has carried out joint studies with many experts who are considered experts in their fields in Turkey, especially on heart angiography and leg angiography.

He regularly follows the congresses, seminars and courses related to the Cardiology branch organized at home and abroad every year. He has more than 100 domestic and international publications in his field.

Scientific Memebrships

Turkish Society of Cardiology
European Association for Percutaneous Intervention
European Society of Cardiology
SCAI Association

Awards 

Turkish Society of Cardiology
European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
European Society of Cardiology

Dr. Huseyin Bahadir Gokcen is a Spine Surgery Specialist with fellowship training from Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is skilled in advanced spinal techniques and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Gokcen also has broad orthopedic experience, including trauma, prosthetic surgery, and sports medicine. He provides comprehensive musculoskeletal care for a wide range of patients.

Dr. Gokcen has over 20 years of clinical experience. He graduated from Istanbul University in 1998. He has worked in military, state, and private hospitals across Turkey. This background shows his versatility and dedication to public service. As a former lecturer at Istanbul Bilim University, he has contributed to both academic and clinical training in orthopedics.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Erkam Kömürcü is an experienced orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in orthopedics and traumatology. He has been board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTEK) since 2010. He earned the title of Associate Professor in 2015.

Dr. Kömürcü has strong expertise in hand and upper extremity injuries, spine surgery, sports injuries, pediatric orthopedics, and musculoskeletal tumors. He completed clinical fellowships, including one at the UCLA Spine Center. He has published over 35 international peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. His work has made a significant impact on orthopedic literature.

He is an active member of several professional societies, such as the Turkish Spine Society and the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries. Dr. Kömürcü has also held important academic and administrative positions. He has trained many medical students and residents.

Key Areas of Expertise:

Trauma and Emergency Orthopedics: Dr. Aydın is an expert in managing traumatic injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue injuries. His approach is focused on minimizing recovery time and ensuring the best possible functional outcomes for patients.

Joint Replacement Surgery: Specializing in hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgeries, he has performed numerous successful joint replacements, offering patients relief from chronic pain and enhanced mobility.

Sports Injuries: Dr. Aydın has an in-depth understanding of sports-related injuries, including ligament tears, tendon ruptures, and cartilage damage. He employs both conservative and surgical techniques to help athletes recover and return to their active lifestyles.

Spine Surgery: His experience extends to treating various spine conditions, such as degenerative diseases, herniated discs, and spinal deformities. He uses minimally invasive techniques whenever possible to reduce recovery times and improve surgical outcomes.

Pediatric Orthopedics: Dr. Aydın also has expertise in treating musculoskeletal conditions in children, such as congenital deformities, growth plate injuries, and scoliosis.

Arthroscopy: Skilled in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, Dr. Aydın can diagnose and treat conditions affecting joints, including the knee, shoulder, and ankle, with reduced scarring and quicker recovery.

Complex Trauma and Reconstruction: With a focus on treating complex fractures and trauma cases, he is skilled in using advanced surgical techniques to restore function and structure to severely injured bones and soft tissues.

Academic and Research Contributions:

Dr. Aydın’s position as an Associate Professor underscores his dedication to advancing the field through both teaching and research. He actively contributes to medical literature, presenting innovative findings and new treatment methodologies in orthopedics and traumatology. His research interests include improving patient outcomes in fracture healing, developing better surgical techniques, and exploring the use of regenerative medicine in orthopedic care.

Clinical Approach:

Dr. Aydın takes a patient-centered approach, tailoring treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each individual. He emphasizes early intervention, advanced diagnostic tools, and personalized rehabilitation strategies to ensure optimal recovery.

Through his extensive knowledge and experience in orthopedics and traumatology, Dr. Murat Aydın has earned a reputation for excellence in patient care, making him a highly respected figure in his field.

1995-2001 Konya Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine,

2002-2008 Ankara Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Chest Diseases Specialization Training,  

2008-2012 Chest Diseases Specialist at Şanlıurfa Mehmet Akif İnan Training and Research Hospital  

Gebze Fatih State Hospital between 2012-2024

2024 Büyük Anadolu Hospital Chest Diseases Specialist

I have experience in COPD, Asthma, Allergic Diseases, Pneumonia, Lung Cancer, Occupational Lung Diseases, Covid-19 Related Diseases, Pulmonary Tuberculosis, Bronchoscopy, intensive care, and sleep disorders.