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Dr. Servet Alan is a specialist in Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology. He works at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital (2010–present) and Memorial Şişli Hospital (2000–present). He previously served at Haseki Training and Research Hospital (1997–2012).

Education: MD, Istanbul University (1983–1989). MSc in Pediatric Infectious Diseases (1991–1993). Residency in Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology, Istanbul University (1993–1997). Master’s in Hospital and Healthcare Management, Beykent University (2004–2007).

Professional memberships: Klimik Association; Turkish Society of Microbiology; Association for Hospital Infections and Control. He has participated in many trainings, courses, seminars, and congresses.

EXPERIENCE

2018 - Present, Istanbul, Turkey

MEMORIAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPITAL

Gastroenterology Specialist

2017 - 2018, Istanbul, Turkey

ULUS LIV HOSPITAL

Gastroenterology Specialist

2013 - 2016, Istanbul, Turkey

MEDICAL PARK BAHÇELİEVLER HOSPITAL

Gastroenterology Specialist

2011 - 2013, Nevşehir, Turkey

NEVŞEHİR STATE HOSPITAL

Mandatory Service

EDUCATION

2008 - 2011, Izmir, Turkey

DOKUZ EYLÜL UNIVERSITY

Gastroenterology Residency Training

2002 - 2007, Istanbul, Turkey

ISTANBUL FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Internal Medicine Residency Training

1994 - 2001, Istanbul, Turkey

MARMARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Medical Degree

SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS

Numerous national and international articles and publications

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

• Turkish Gastroenterology Association

• Turkish Endoscopy Association

• Turkish Liver Research Association

• Internal Medicine Association

PARTICIPATION IN PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS, COURSES, AND CONFERENCES

Extensive participation in various professional training programs, courses, and congresses

The doctor completed medical education at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2013 and pursued specialization in cardiology at Siyami Ersek Thoracic, Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital starting in 2014. During this period, the doctor gained extensive experience, performing over 2500 Coronary Angiographies and more than 300 stent and balloon procedures, finishing specialization in 2019.

Clinical interests include the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease, heart failure, heart valve diseases, hypertension, and arrhythmias. Proficient in advanced diagnostic techniques such as Transesophageal Echocardiography and Holter Monitoring.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Oğuzhan BABACAN completed his undergraduate, specialty and sub-specialty education at GATA Military Medical Faculty/Ankara. After becoming a specialist in Pediatrics, he worked in the field of Social Pediatrics for two years, where Healthy Baby Monitoring and vaccine follow-up were carried out. Then, she completed her subspecialty training in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology and continued her studies in the field of pediatric blood and cancer diseases. In addition to the treatment of children suffering from leukemia, lymphoma, solid tumors and other blood diseases, she has been working in the Bone Marrow Transplantation (Transplant) Unit for 13 years in Allogeneic (unrelated and intrafamilial), Autologous (from the patient himself) and Haploidentical (partially HLA compatible) hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. In 2018, he received the title of Associate Professor in the field of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Science/Art.

MEDICAL AREAS OF INTEREST

Healthy baby follow-up and vaccinations

Lymph node enlargement

Pediatric patients with anemia (anemia)

Leukemia

Lymphoma

Bone Marrow Transplant

ITP

Thalassemias

Hemophiliacs

Solid tumors

Hemangioma

Childhood blood disorders

Children with frequent infections

Fever of unknown origin

Malnutrition in children

The doctor is a distinguished Orthopedic Surgeon with 19 years of experience in treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. Recognized for his expertise, he has received several awards, including the Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology Award of Best Verbal Declaration in 2015.

He is a member of numerous professional organizations such as the International Society of Arthroscopy Knee Surgery & Orthopaedic Sport Medicine and the European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy. The doctor completed his medical education and specialization at GATA Faculty of Medicine and pursued a fellowship in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Wake Forest University in the USA.

Dr. Tumay Ipekci is a Urology Specialist and Professor. He practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He is also a faculty member at Bahçeşehir University, Faculty of Medicine, Division of Urology. Dr. Ipekci has worked at Başkent University and VM Medical Park Maltepe Hospital.

He has published 64 articles in national and international journals. He has given 36 presentations at scientific congresses. Dr. Ipekci is a member of the European Association of Urology (EAU), Turkish Urological Association, and the Turkish World Transplantation Society. He serves on the editorial boards of Urology Research and Practice and the Mediterranean Medical Journal.

 Medical Experience

- *2023 - Present*: Memorial Şişli Hospital  

 Neurosurgery Specialist / Istanbul

- *2013 - 2023*: Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine  

 Neurosurgery Specialist / Istanbul

- *2011 - 2013*: Konya Beyşehir State Hospital  

 Neurosurgery Specialist / Konya

- *2010 - 2011*: Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine  

 Research Assistant in Brain and Nerve Surgery / Istanbul

 Medical Education

- *2021 - 2023*: Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine  

 / Istanbul / Turkey

- *2006 - 2011*: Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine  

 / Istanbul / Turkey

- *2000 - 2006*: Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine  

 / Istanbul / Turkey

The doctor has a distinguished career in cardiovascular surgery with a focus on minimally invasive and robotic techniques. Having held positions at prestigious institutions worldwide, the doctor has made significant contributions to research and education in the field.

After completing a specialization in cardiovascular surgery at Uludag University, the doctor gained experience at various medical centers, including Glasgow University and Columbia University. The doctor has served as an Associate Professor at Geneva University and a Professor at Gaziantep University, where they also headed the Lung Transplant Center.

The doctor is a member of several professional societies, including the European Cardio-Thoracic Surgery and the International Society for Heart & Lung Transplantation.

The doctor is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal, and lung cancer treatment. Since 2016, the doctor has been a medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor graduated from Gülhane Military Medical Academy with a degree in general medicine and completed specialties in internal and medical oncology. The doctor has been a professor and associate professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, contributing significantly to medical education.

With over 110 papers on cancer management, the doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology organizations.

Dr. Ali Osman Koyuncuoğlu is a specialist in obstetrics, gynecology, and IVF at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital (2025–present). He has 20 years of practice. His experience includes roles at Yeditepe University IVF Center, FJK Hospital IVF Center, and Acıbadem Family Hospital. He also ran a private clinic (2015–2025).

Education and credentials: MD, Istanbul University (Çapa). Residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Kartal Training and Research Hospital. Training in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (IVF) at Yeditepe University (2009–2010). Professional memberships: Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Society of Gynecology, TSRM, ESHRE, ASRM. Advanced training at Brussels IVF Center and Fertilitetsklinikken Regionshospitalet Skive IVF (Denmark). Additional courses at Acıbadem University (robotic surgery) and IRCAD Strasbourg (laparoscopic surgery).

Dr. Orhan Shencan is a medical oncology specialist. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1988. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Ankara Training Hospital between 1990 and 1994. He finished his Medical Oncology training at Ankara University between 1997 and 1999. He became an Associate Professor in Medical Oncology in 2009.

He has held Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology posts at İnönü University, Ankara Training Hospital, and Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He also worked at Ankara Etlik Specialty Hospital, Private Lokman Hekim Hospital, Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, and Fatih University (Associate Professor, 2012–2016). He later worked at Sante Oncology Center and Medical Park Gebze Hospital.

He practiced at King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain Oncology Center, from 2017 to 2023. In 2024 he worked at Acıbadem Bodrum Hospital. He currently practices at Avicenna Ataşehir Hospital (2024–) and Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2025–).

The doctor specializes in radiation oncology with over 32 years of experience. She has authored 114 scientific publications addressing various oncological issues. Her professional roles include being a Board Member and Chief Editor at the Turkish Society of Oncology and a Scientific Advisory Board Member at Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Medical Sciences. She completed her medical training and residency in Radiation Oncology at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. The doctor is an active member of several professional societies, including the Turkish Society of Oncology, where she serves as Vice President.

The doctor has a background in Nutrition and Dietetics, having completed a bachelor's degree from Gumushane University. They have professional experience working in various health and wellness centers, including Diettherapy Nutrition and Diet Counseling Center, Mestetik Aesthetics and Beauty Center, and Estetica Beauty and Aesthetic Center. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to fitness and dietary services at Academy Fitness and Zafiran Restaurant, focusing on diet therapy and nutritional counseling.

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.

Assoc. Prof. Elif Evrim EKIN completed her education at Ege University Faculty of Medicine between and obtained the title of Medical Doctor. In 2003 she received her Radiology specialization from Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, and also spent a year at the Ege University Department of Radiology. After obtaining her Radiology specialization, she worked at Bozüyük State Hospital and Private Eskişehir Sakarya Hospital from 2003 to 2014. Since 2014 she has worked at Istanbul Taksim Gaziosmanpaşa Training and Research Hospital for 10 years, where she obtained the title of Associate Professor in 2019, serving as the Education Coordinator and Administrative Responsible in the Radiology Education Clinic. She has published research articles in international SCI and SCI-E journals and has numerous national and international oral presentations and journal peer reviews. In 2020, she successfully completed the ‘Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice’ training. Her special interests are musculoskeletal radiology and breast imaging.

The doctor graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine in 1980 and earned the title of Internist from Çukurova University in 1985. Completing a Gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University in 1997, the doctor became an Associate Professor at Fırat University in 1989 and a Professor at Abant İzzet Baysal University in 1998. With extensive participation in local and international congresses, the doctor has authored numerous papers, articles, and book chapters in both native and foreign languages. The doctor has worked at various institutions, including Private Camlica Medicana Hospital and Memorial Service Hospital.