Treatment in İzmir (Turkey)

Dr. Mustafa Dogdus is a cardiologist who graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine. He has broad experience in treating complex heart conditions. His expertise includes arrhythmias, atrial septal defect (ASD), atrial fibrillation, AVRT, AVNRT, bradycardia, heart failure, coronary artery disease, and structural heart diseases.

He is skilled in advanced interventional procedures. These include ASD, PDA, and VSD closure, EPS-ablation, ICD-CRT-D implantation, and percutaneous coronary and peripheral interventions. Dr. Dogdus worked at Karaman State Hospital and Uşak University Training and Research Hospital cardiology clinics from 2017 to 2022.

He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology, the European Society of Cardiology, and the Cardiovascular Academy. He also holds board and working group positions in several national and international cardiology organizations.

Dr. Ertuğrul Ercan is a Professor of Cardiology. He completed his training at Ege University and Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University. His main areas of expertise are interventional cardiology, atherosclerosis, valve diseases, and coronary artery disease. He also focuses on inflammation and coagulation, cardiovascular immunology, and stem cell therapy.

Dr. Ercan has held key academic and administrative positions. He served as Head of Cardiology and Dean at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University. He was also the Medical Director at İzmir Medical Point Hospital. He gained international experience at the Cleveland Clinic and in Melbourne, Australia.

He holds the European Cardiologist Diploma and is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ercan is also a member of several national and international cardiology associations and working groups.

Dr. Humayun Kakar is a cardiologist. He earned his medical degree from Eskişehir Osmangazi University between 2007 and 2014. He completed his cardiology residency at İzmir Dokuz Eylül University from 2015 to 2020. In 2024, he received advanced training in heart failure at the University of Zurich in Switzerland.

He has worked at İzmir Ekonomi Üniversitesi Medical Point Hospital and Konya Cihanbeyli State Hospital. He also took part in advanced heart failure education at the University of Zurich.

Dr. Kakar is a member of several professional organizations. These include the European Society of Cardiology, Turkish Society of Cardiology, Heart Failure Association, American College of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Academy Association, and the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI).

Dr. Baha Zengel is a general surgeon with expertise in breast, gallbladder, thyroid diseases, and hernia repairs. He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine in 1990. In 2004, he earned a doctorate in Basic Oncology from Dokuz Eylül University. He became an Associate Professor of General Surgery in 2014 through the Inter-University Board.

Dr. Zengel is skilled in advanced surgical procedures. His experience includes skin and breast-conserving mastectomy, oncoplastic breast surgery, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and ROLL/SNOLL techniques. He has held important positions at Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, including Education Officer.

He is a member of several professional associations. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Aegean Region Surgery Association and is a founding board member of the Basic Oncology Association.

Dr. Ela Simay Zengin is a neurologist. She completed her medical training at Dokuz Eylül University, Başkent University, and Acıbadem University. She has worked at Bitlis Tatvan, Sirnak, and Cizre State Hospitals.

Dr. Zengin treats Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, migraines, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and stroke. She uses advanced treatments, including apomorphine pump therapy, botulinum toxin injections, and migraine vaccines.

She is a member of the Turkish Neurology Association, American Academy of Neurology, European Academy of Neurology, and International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society.

Dr. Ugur Taskin is a specialist in interventional cardiology. He treats conditions such as high cholesterol, heart valve diseases, heart failure, and coronary artery disease. He received his medical degree from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Taskin worked at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine from 2009 to 2014, where he gained valuable experience. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Izmir Medical Chamber. These memberships show his dedication to high standards in cardiology.

Education

-1993 Uludag University, Bursa School of Medicine

-2007 Haydapasa Numune Hospital General Surgery Residency

Experience

• - 1993-1998 Haydapasa Numune Hospital, General Surgery Assistant Surgeon
• - 1998-2017 Private Hospitals , General Surgery Specialist 
• - 2017-2022 Adatip Istanbul Hospital, Assistant Professor of General Surgery
• - 2022 Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital, Assistant Professor of General Surgery

Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association 

• Turkish Society for Colon and Rectal Surgery 

• International Federation for Obesity Surgery 

• Mediterranean Societo of Coloproctology

Publications

• - 34 International Publications 
• - 35 National Publications 
• - 45 National and International Congress

Medical Education

School of Medicine, Adnan Menderes University

Medical Residency

Department of Cardiology, School of Medicine, Mustafa Kemal University

Areas of Interest

Invasive Cardiology.

Balloon Angioplasty & Stent Implantation for Coronary Arteries & Carotid Artery & Peripheral Arteries.

Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implantation (CPM, ICD, CRT).

Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction) & Heart Failure & Heart Valve Diseases & Heart Rhythm Disorders (Cardiac Arrhythmias).

Hypertension (HT) & Hyperlipidemia (HLD)

Membership

Turkish Medical Association (TTB).

Turkish Society of Cardiology (TKD).

European Society of Cardiology (ESC)

Education and Expertise

BAŞKENT UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

diseases

Heart failure

Valve Diseases

Heart Holes

Cardiovascular Occlusion

Aortic Vein Aneurysm

Cardio Oncology

Resistant Hypertension

Rhythm Disorders

Treatment Methods

Pacemaker Applications

Mitraclip

triclip

TAVI Application

Closing Heart Holes

Balloon Stent

Stent Application to Aortic Aneurysms

Heart checks for oncology patients

In Resistant Hypertension patients

Ablation application Renal Denervation

Cryotherapy Application

Experience

2005 – 2010 Başkent University Faculty of Medicine – Specialization

2010 – Cleveland Clinic Interventional Cardiology Training

Professional Memberships

Turkish Society of Cardiology

Turkish Medical Association

European Society of Cardiology (ESC)

European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EAVI)

Education and Expertise

EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Treatment Methods

Aortic Surgery

Heart Valve Surgery

Coronary Surgery

Venous Surgery

Experience

Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine

Professional Memberships

Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

National Society for Vascular Surgery

Articles

Relationship Between Extracorporeal Perfusion Pattern and Ischemic Brain Lesions

Inhibitory effect of adenosine on intimal hyperplasia and proliferation of smooth muscle cells in a carotid arterial anastomosis animal model.

A mandatory modification in extracorporeal biventricular assist device implantation: intercostal tunnel application

Education and Expertise

• DOKUZ EYLÜL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Diseases

• Abdominal Radiology
• Advanced MRI Applications
• Breast Radiology

Experience

Private Medical Park Izmir Hospital (2016 - Ongoing)

Şifa University Bornova Health Application and Research Center (2012 - 2016)

Tütav Basmane Şifa Hospital (2008 - 2012)

Tütav Basmane Şifa Hospital (1995 - 2008)

Professional Memberships

• TURKISH RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATION

Interest Areas

Balloon Angioplasty (Opening of Vascular Narrowing with Balloon)

Basic Methods

Brain Angiography

General Radiology 4D Pregnancy Ultrasound Heart Angiography (Wrist)

Education and Expertise

• 1966 – 1968 – IZMIR EDUCATION COLLEGE – BORNOVA
• 1968 – 1971 – ROBERT ACADEMY – LSTANBUL
• 1971 – 1977 – EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
• 1978 – 1983 – HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY – ANKARA
• 1989 – EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY
• 1996 – 2020 – EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY

Diseases

• Head and Neck Radiology
• Culinary Arts
• Pediatric Radiology
• Thoracic Radiology

Experience

• Gulhane Military Medical Academy-Ankara
• Eskisehir State Hospital
• Ege University Faculty of Medicine Department of Radiology
• EUTF Department of Pediatric Radiology
• Private Health Hospital – Izmir

Professional Memberships

• Board Member of the Medical Ultrasonography Association
• Board Member of the Turkish Radiology Association
• Secretary General of the Turkish Radiology Association

Education and Expertise

• AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
• TRAKYA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Diseases

• Lung Cancers
• Head Tumors
• Neck Tumors
• Other Cancers
• Gastrointestinal tract tumors
• Genitourinary system tumors
• Breast Cancers
• Urooncological Tumors

Treatment Methods

• IGRT
• IMRT
• Radiosurgery- SRS – SABR- SBRT

Experience

• Izmir University of Economics Faculty of Medicine, Medical Point Izmir Hospital Radiation Oncology Clinic; Radiation Oncology Specialist
• Denizli State Hospital Radiation Oncology Clinic; Radiation Oncology Specialist
• Gülhane Military Medical Academy Radiation Oncology Department; Military Specialist Physician
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine Department of Radiation Oncology; Radiation Oncology Specialist Training
• Trakya University Faculty of Medicine; Medical Education

Professional Memberships

• Turkish Radiation Oncology Association
• Urooncology Association (Consultant member)
• Clinical Research Association
• Turkish Bioethics Association (Honorary member)

Education and Specialization

HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE INTERNAL MEDICINE DIVISION

ANKARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE ALLERGY AND IMMUNOLOGY DIVISION

Experience

2014 - Hacettepe University Hospitals – Internal Medicine Chief Resident

2019 - 2020 Ankara City Hospital – Compulsory Service

2020 - 2022 Şanlıurfa Training and Research Hospital – Compulsory Service

2023 - İzmir University of Economics Medical Point Hospital Allergy and Immunology Clinic

Professional Memberships

Turkish National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Association

İzmir Medical Chamber

Research Publications

Ünsal P, Çerçi P, Açıkgöz ŞA, Keskin G, Ölmez Ü. Serum Levels of Interleukin-36 Receptor Antagonist in Behçet's Patients. Arthritis Rheumatol. 2017. 69(p10).

Gümüşburun R, Görgülü B, Açıkgöz ŞA, Aydın Ö, Çelik GE, Bavbek S. Succesful Rapid Drug Desensitization to Ferric Carboxymaltose in Four Patients. Asthma Allergy Immunology, 2020. 18(01): 47-50.

Ünsal P, Çerçi P, Açıkgöz ŞA, Keskin G, Ölmez Ü. Serum Levels of Interleukin-36 Alpha and Interleukin-36 Receptor Antagonist in Behcet’s Syndrome. Aktuelle Rheumatologie, 2022. 47(03): 233-8.

Oral presentation

Özbek E, Erkoç M, Çolak S, Açıkgöz ŞA, Ölmez Ü, Keskin G. Evaluation of Cardiopulmonary Status in Patients with Common Variable Immunodeficiency. 28th National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress, Antalya, 2021 (SS-26)

Açıkgöz ŞA, Erkoç M. Coronavirus Vaccine Attitudes of Hereditary Angioedema Patients in Şanlıurfa Province. 2nd Çukurova Internal Medicine Days, Adana, 2023 (S-369)

Poster presentation

Çolak S, Çerçi P, Açıkgöz ŞA, Yalçıner M, Keskin G, Ölmez Ü. Evaluation of Cases Who Underwent Allergy Testing for Radiocontrast Material. 23rd National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress, Bodrum, 2016 (P-080)

Yalçıner M, Çerçi P, Çolak S, Açıkgöz ŞA, Ölmez Ü, Keskin G. Evaluation of Skin Tests Performed with General Anesthetic Agents and Results of Patients Who Underwent Intervention. 23. National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress, Bodrum, 2016 (P-081)

Açıkgöz ŞA, Çerçi P, Çolak S, Yalçıner M, Keskin G, Ölmez Ü. How Necessary is Allergy Testing with Local Anesthetic Agents in Patients Describing Drug Allergy? 23. National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress, Bodrum, 2016 (P-082)

Çolak S, Çerçi P, Açıkgöz ŞA, Erol C, Keskin G, Ölmez Ü. Hazelnut Allergy with Clinical Symptoms After Organophosphate Exposure at the Age of 70. 23. National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress, Bodrum, 2016 (P-123)

Ünsal P, Çerçi P, Açıkgöz ŞA, Keskin G, Ölmez Ü. Serum Levels of Interleukin-36 Receptor Antagonist in Behçet's Patients. ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, 2017 (Abstract Number: 2728)

Şahin D, Kalacı E, Açıkgöz ŞA, Çolak S, Ölmez Ü, Keskin G. Macrophage Activation Syndrome Developing in Follow-up with ADA-2 Deficiency and Response to Anti-TNF Treatment: Case Report. 18th National Rheumatology Congress, Antalya, 2017 (PS-011)

Köroğlu EY, Açıkgöz ŞA, Çerçi P, Ölmez Ü, Keskin G. A Different Case in Internal Medicine Practice: Diagnosis After 25 Years. 19th National Internal Medicine Congress, Antalya, 2017 (PS-275)

Bilgiç E, Açıkgöz ŞA, Keskin G, Ölmez Ü. Chronic Urticaria Associated with Parasitosis: Two Case Series. 24th National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress, Antalya, 2017 (P-190)

Çerçi P, Özbek E, Açıkgöz A, Altıner S, Ölmez Ü, Keskin G. The Story of Two Sisters: Could It Be a Genetic Disease Not Yet Identified? 4th Clinical Immunology Congress, Antalya, 2018 (PS-030)

Gümüşburun R, Görgülü B, Açıkgöz ŞA, Aydın Ö, Çelik GE, Bavbek S. Iron Desensitization; With Four Cases. 25th National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress, Antalya, 2018 (P-154)

Çolak S, Özbek E, Açıkgöz A, Erkoç M. A Common Variable Immunodeficiency Case Misdiagnosed as Lymphoma. 25th National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress, Antalya, 2018 (P-188)

Education and Expertise

• 2007 – ANKARA BAŞKENT UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
• 2015 – KAYSERI TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL FACULTY OF MEDICINE
• 2018 – AKDENİZ UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE RHEUMATOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Diseases

• Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF)
• Ankylosing Spondylitis
• Behcet’s Disease
• Gout Disease
• Psoriatic Arthritis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
• Sjogren’s Disease
• Vasculitis

Treatment Methods

• Skin Biopsy
• Infusion Therapies
• Medical Treatment
• Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography
• Salivary Gland Biopsy
• Ultrasound-Guided Injection into Important Joint Areas

Experience

• Tunceli Ovacık District Integrated Hospital – General Practitioner (Compulsory Service)
• Harran University Ear Nose Throat and Head and Neck Surgery – Research Assistant (Resignation)
• Hakkari State Hospital – Internal Medicine (Compulsory Service)
• Kayseri City Training and Research Hospital – Rheumatology (Compulsory Service)
• Medical Point Private Batman Hospital – Rheumatology (2.5 years)

Professional Memberships

• Turkish Rheumatology Association
• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Izmir Medical Chamber

Education and Expertise

• 1988- 1995 – ERCİYES UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
• 2003- 2008 – INONU UNIVERSITY CHEST SURGERY

Diseases

• Bronchiectasis and Inflammatory Lung Diseases
• Diaphragmatic Diseases
• Chest Wall Diseases
• Hyperhidrosis (Sweating in Hands and Underarms)
• Hydatid Cyst
• Mediastinum and Thymus Diseases
• Diseases of the Esophagus
• Pediatric Thoracic Surgery
• Pectus Deformities (Shoemaker, Pigeon Chest)
• Pleural Effusion (Fluid Accumulation Between the Lung Membranes)
• Pneumothorax (collapsed lung)
• Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (Hand-Arm Numbness and Muscle Weakness)

Treatment Methods

• Bronchoscopic Procedures
• Endotracheal and Endobronchial Treatments
• Tubular Uniportal VATS
• Tube / Catheter Thoracostomy
• Uniportal Mediastinum Surgery
• All Thoracic Surgery Operations with Uniportal VATS
• Awake Uniportal VATS

Experience

• 1988-1995 – Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
• 1995- 2003 – Ordu SSK Hospital – General Practitioner
• January 2003- November 2008 – Inonu University Faculty of Medicine – Dr. Res. Asst.
• January 2009- January 2011 – Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital – Specialist Dr.
• January 2011- October 2015 – Inonu University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Chest Surgery – Assistant Professor
• October 2015- February 2021 – Inonu University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Thoracic Surgery – Assoc. Prof.
• February 2021- August 2023 – Inonu University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Thoracic Surgery – Prof. Dr.

Professional Memberships

• Lung Health and Intensive Care Association (Asyod)
• European Society Thoracic Surgery (Ests)
• European Respiratory Society (Ers)
• Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery
• Turkish Thoracic Society
• Turkish Respiratory Research Society (TUSAD)

Education and Expertise

• 1998 – 2004 AZERBAIJAN UNIVERSITY MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
• 2016 – 2017 GAZİ UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE SPECIALIST TRAINING
• 2017 – 2022 EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE SPECIALTY TRAINING

Diseases

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Autism

Experience

• 2004 -2005 Azerbaijan University Medical University, Department of Child Neurology
• 2005 – 2008 Baku City Hospital
• 2009 – 2012 Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Child Neurology
• 2013-2015 Central Customs Hospital, Child Neurology, Baku
• 2022-2024 Izmir Private Can Hospital, Child-Adolescent Mental Health and Diseases

Professional Memberships

• ÇOGEPDER (Child Psychiatry Association)
• Association of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies

Education and Expertise

• 2016 – 2018 – IŞIK UNIVERSITY CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
• 2011 – 2016 – IZMIR UNIVERSITY OF ECONOMICS PSYCHOLOGY

Diseases

• Bipolar Disorder
• Behavioral Problems
• Depression
• Anxiety Disorders
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• School Problems
• Panic Disorder
• Traumatic Experiences

Treatment Methods

• CAT
• MMPI
• Moxo Attention Test
• Rorschach
• TASTE

Experience

• 2020-2021 Koza Psychological Counseling Center, Clinical Psychologist (Part Time)
• 2020-2021 Noa Wellness Center, Clinical Psychologist (Part Time)
• 2019-2020 Mizmer Psychological Counseling Center, Clinical Psychologist (Full Time)
• 2017-2018 Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Mental and Nervous Diseases Training and Research Hospital,  Intern Psychologist
• 2015-2016 Manisa Mental and Nervous Diseases Hospital, Intern Psychologist
• 2014-2015 Gaziantep Şehitkamil State Hospital, Intern Psychologist
• 2014-2015 Gaziantep University Hospital, Intern Psychologist
• 2014-2015 Izmir Ministry of Family and Social Policies, Intern Psychologist
• 2013-2014 Izmir Lifelong Counseling Center, Intern Psychologist
• 2013-2014 Izmir Wonderland Kindergarten, Intern Psychologist
• 2012-2013 Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, Intern Student

Professional Memberships

• Turkish Psychologists Association
• Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies
• Emdr Türkiye Association

Education and Expertise

• 1988 – IZMIR ATATURK HIGH SCHOOL
• 1994 – EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
• 2000 – EGE UNIVERSITY PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY
• 2001 – CLEVELAND CLINIC PLASTIC SURGERY CLINIC UNITED STATES
• DEKA LASER TRAINING AND CERIFICATION FLORENCE ITALY

Diseases

• Congenital or acquired anomaly,
• Cosmetic Surgery
• trauma and surgical problems

Treatment Methods

• Rhinoplasty and Functional Surgery
• Hand and microsurgery
• Endoscopic Plastic Surgery
• Breast Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Oculoplastic Surgery
• Plastic and Reconstructive Operations
• Body Shaping
• Facial Rejuvenation and Aesthetic Operations

Experience

• Ege University Faculty of Medicine Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Izmir Hand and Microsurgery Hospital
• Working with Dr. Ayan Gülgönen at Istanbul American Hospital
• Cleveland Clinic Foundation United States Plastic Surgery Clinic
• GATA advanced microsurgery training
• My own clinic, Dr. Tolgahan Alpaydın (Izmir Aesthetic Surgery Clinic) has been working privately for 23 years.

Professional Memberships

• Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Turkish Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery
• Turkish Medical Association

EDUCATION
High School: 2001 – 2005 İzmir Anatolian High School
University : 2005 – 2011 Ege University Faculty of Medicine

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WORK EXPERIENCE
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
2013 – 2019 : Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine Hospital
2019 – 2021 : S.B.U. Izmir Dr. Behçet Uz Pediatric Diseases and Surgery Training and Research Hospital
2021- 2022: Mono Clinic (45-50 cases per month, 95% of which are foreigners. (mostly BBL, breast aesthetics and body shaping))

ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS
2018 : European Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Competence (Europian Union Board) (written and oral)
2018 : Turkey Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Competence
2018 : EBOPRAS ( European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery) Fellowship

COURSES AND TRAININGS
1- Basic Microsurgery Course (Istanbul Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Medicine, Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital, 2016)
2- Dr. Nazım Çerkeş Open Rhinoplasty Live Surgery Course (Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, 2018)
3- Facial Aesthetics Course (TPRECD 41st National Congress, Samsun, 2019)

FOREIGN LANGUAGE
English (Advanced)

MEMBERSHIPS
TPRECD (Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery)
EPCD (Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery)
TASKS
TPRECD Young Plastic Surgeons Advisory Board Member (2021-2022)