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Medical School Residency : Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine (2002-2008) Palermo University, Italy (2007) : Ankara University Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Ankara, Turkey (2009-2014) Philadelphia Ear, Nose and Throat Associates; The Voice Foundation, Philadelphia, USA (November 2013) Medical University of Graz Division of Phoniatrics, Graz, AUSTRIA (October 2014) Work Experience : Van State Hospital, Turkey (December 2014 – January 2016)Fulya Acibadem Hospital Istanbul, Turkey (January 2016 – Present) Phd Thesis Languages : “Epidemiologic, clinical, prognostic evaluation and acoustic analysis of dysphonia patients who apply to Ankara University ORL HNS department” : English, Italian

Dr. Mustafa Ibas is an ENT specialist. He has clinical experience in childhood ENT diseases, rhinoplasty, endoscopic sinus surgery, ear diseases, hearing loss, head and neck surgery, salivary gland diseases, and maxillofacial trauma surgery. Dr. Ibas worked as an ENT specialist at Ankara Etimesgut Sait Ertürk State Hospital from 2023 to 2024. He also served at Mardin Midyat State Hospital from 2022 to 2023. He completed his assistant physician training at Health Sciences University Ankara Training and Research Hospital between 2017 and 2022.

Dr. Ibas has published several peer-reviewed articles. His research covers topics such as preauricular iatrogenic epidermoid cysts, dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans, the use of probiotics in otitis media, and the anti-inflammatory effects of naringenin in otitis media. He earned his medical degree from Necmettin Erbakan University Meram Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Emre Gunbey is an Assistant Professor of ENT. He specializes in nose aesthetics, endoscopic sinus surgery, snoring and sleep apnea, and head and neck tumor surgery. He graduated from Ege University School of Medicine in 2003. He completed his ENT residency at Kecioren Training and Research Hospital in 2011.

Dr. Gunbey has worked at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital and Adatip Istanbul Hospital. He also gained international experience as an observer at Mayo Clinic in the USA. He is a member of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, the European Rhinology Association, and the Facial Plastic Surgery Association.

Areas of Interests

• Endoscopic sinus surgery,
• Head and neck cancer surgery
• Allergic rhinitis diagnosis and treatments
• Pediatric ENT Diseases
• Ear Diseases

Education

• Secondary education Ataköy High School (1982-1988)
• Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine (1988-1995)
• Foundation Gureba Training and Research Hospital, K.B.B. specialization training (1995-1999)

Experience

• Vakıf Gureba Training and Research Hospital, Clinic of ENT (Specialist) 1999 -2010
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital (Specialist) 2010-2012
• Outpatient clinic, clinical and surgical studies on Endoscopic Sinus Surgery at Graz Medical Faculty, Department of ENT Diseases March 2010
• Şisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital (Associate Professor) 2012-2018
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital (Professor and Clinical Administrative Officer) 2018-2023

Areas of Interests

• Rhinoplasty
• Functional Nose Surgery
• Pediatric ENT Diseases

Education

• Hacettepe University English Faculty of Medicine
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital Ear Nose Throat Diseases

Experience

• Muş Bulanık State Hospital / Compulsory Service / 2016-2017
• Central Hospital Kozyatağı / 2017-2018
• University of Health Sciences Sultan Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital / 2018-2022
• Istanbul Health and Technology University / 2022-Present

Areas of Interests

• 0-18 Years Old Healthy Child Monitoring and Tracking
• Breast Milk, Breastfeeding and Nutrition Consultancy
• Newborn Care and Follow-up
• Vaccines and Preventive Medicine
• Nutrition in Infancy and Childhood
• Childhood Diseases

Education:

• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 2009-2015
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Department of Child Health and Diseases 2016-2019
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Department of Child Health and Diseases 2020

Experience:

• Liv Hospital Ulus
• Private Levent Hospital 2022-2023
• Van Özalp State Hospital 2021-2022
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital Child Health and Diseases Clinic 2020
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Child Health and Diseases Clinic 2016-2019
• Denizli State Hospital Pediatric Emergency Service 2015-2016
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• Psoriatic Arthritis in the Differential Diagnosis of Zinc Deficiency - Scientific Poster Presentation (38th Pediatrics Days - 2016)
• Myoclonic Epilepsy in a Patient with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - Scientific Poster Presentation (39th Pediatrics Days - 2017)
• Evaluation of Children Diagnosed with Acute Pancreatitis - Specialization Thesis (November 2020)

Areas of Interests

• Surgical treatment of thyroid, parathyroid gland diseases and cancers
• Surgical treatment of adrenal gland (adrenal gland) diseases and cancers
• Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery

Education:

• Galatasaray High School (1989-1997)
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education (1997-2003)
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Specialization in General Surgery (2003-2009)
• Cleveland Clinic, Endocrine and Metabolism Institute, Center for Endocrine Surgery, USA, Research Fellowship (2014)
• Karolinska University Hospital, Department of Surgery, Division of Endocrine Surgery and Sarcoma Unit, Sweden, Endocrine Surgery Clinical Fellowship (2015)
• Ottawa University, Faculty of Medicine, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, Apoptosis Research Center (ARC), Canada, Translational Medicine Clinical Research Fellowship (2016-2017)

Experience:

• LIV Hospital Ulus & LIV Hospital Vadistanbul
• Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital (2012-2021)
• Ottawa University, Faculty of Medicine, Canada (2016)
• Karonlinska University Hospital, Sweden (2015)
• Cleveland Clinic, OH, USA. (2014)
• Iğdır State Hospital (2009-2012)

Memberships

• Endocrine Surgery Association, Member of the Board and Secretary General of the Association
• Dialogue Society in Endocrinology, Member
• Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Member
• Turkish Surgery Association, Member
• European Society of Endocrine Surgery(ESES), Member
• European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), Member
• Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), Member
• Clinical Robotic Surgery Association (CRSA), Member
• American Association of Endocrine Surgeons (AAES), Member
• American College of Surgeons (ACS), Member

Areas of Interests

• Rhinoplasty
   
• Head and Neck Cancers (facial and scalp, tongue, lips, mouth, pharynx, larynx, neck lymph nodes, salivary glands and thyroid cancer surgeries)
   
• Childhood ENT diseases
   
• Sleep apnea and snoring surgery
   
• Surgeries for functional nasal obstructions (turbinates, nasal polyps, etc.)
   
• Surgical treatments of hearing loss
   
• Ear diseases

Education:
 

• Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (English Department)
   
• Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (Capa) ENT Diseases
   
• Turkish Otorhinolaryngology Surgery Qualification Certificate
   
• University of Pittsburgh Department of ENT Diseases (UPMC) observer physician
   
• Italy Insubria University Department of ENT Diseases observer physician

Experience
 

• Liv Hospital Ulus
   
• Gaziosmanpasa Medical Park Hospital
   
• Bahcelievler Memorial Hospital
   
• Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
   
• Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
   
• Ardahan State Hospital (compulsory service)

Areas of Interests

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• Rhinoplasty- Functional Rhinoplasty- Revision Rhinoplasty
• Face and Neck Aesthetic Surgery
• Nose and Sinus Diseases and Endoscopic Surgery Treatments
• Snoring and Sleep Apnea and Surgical Solutions
• Pediatric Ear Nose and Throat Diseases
• Non-Surgical Solutions in Facial Aesthetics (Filler - Botulinum Toxin)
• Allergic Rhinitis

Education:

• 1985 – 1989 : T.R. M.E.B. Ankara Mimar Kemal Primary School
• 1989 – 1990 : T.R. M.E.B. Bursa Ataturk Primary School
• 1990 – 1997 : T.R. M.E.B. Bursa Girls High School
• 1997 – 2003: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• 2003 –2010: T.R. Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital Ear Nose Throat and Head and Neck Surgery Clinic (Assistant Doctor)

Experience:

• 2010 - 2012: Kahramanmaraş State Hospital ENT Specialist
• 2012 - 2013: Istanbul Meditime Surgical Medical Center ENT Specialist
• 2013 - 2014: Istanbul Private Atlas Hospital ENT Specialist
• 2014 - 2015: Istanbul Üsküdar State Hospital ENT Specialist
• 2015 - 2021: Acıbadem Kadıköy Hospital ENT Specialist
• 2021- 2024: Private Practice ENT Specialist
• 2024 March - Present: Liv Hospital Ulus ENT Specialist

Dr. Erkan Vuralkan is a specialist in Otorhinolaryngology (ENT). He has worked at top hospitals such as Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Education and Research Hospital and Trabzon Kanuni Education and Research Hospital. He now practices at I.A.U VM MedicalPark Florya.

Dr. Vuralkan is a member of the Turkish Association of Otorhinolaryngology and the Turkish Association of Rhinology. He also supports scientific research through his work with the Journal of Clinical and Analytical Medicine and the Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery.

Dr. Mustafa Emiroglu is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. He has significant experience from his work at Sağlık Bilimleri University Tepecik SUAM (2016–2023) and Kırşehir Hospital (1997–1999).

He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his specialization at Tepecik Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Emiroglu is a member of the Turkish Society of Surgery, the Endocrine Surgery Association, and the Colorectal Surgery Association.

He has attended advanced courses, including the Europe Senology Academia. He has also received training in proctologic, hemorrhoidal, and oncoplastic breast surgery, as well as thyroid diseases.

Dr. Ozgur Erdem is an ENT specialist. He earned his medical degree from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his otorhinolaryngology residency at Antalya Training and Research Hospital. He finished his specialization in 2020. His thesis and doctoral research focused on obstructive sleep apnea (OSAS) and snoring surgery.

He has performed over 2,000 functional and aesthetic nasal surgeries. He also performs snoring surgeries, endoscopic ear surgeries, pediatric upper airway procedures, and head and neck cancer surgeries. He has taken part in many national and international congresses and symposiums as both a speaker and an attendee, especially in functional and aesthetic nasal surgery.

He worked as an ENT specialist at Rize State Hospital. He founded ERD Clinic Health Services Ltd. in 2023. He then worked at Rize Private ŞAR Hospital from 2023 to 2024. In 2024, he opened his private clinic in Antalya. His practice focuses on functional and aesthetic nasal surgery and facial cosmetic procedures.

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a dermatologist with over 10 years of experience. She graduated from the Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine in 2008. She completed her dermatology specialization at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014. She provides care in both medical and cosmetic dermatology.

Clinical focus: acne, eczema, psoriasis, and fungal and bacterial infections. Dermato-oncology with early detection and surgical excision of suspicious lesions. Dermal fillers, chemical peels, and mesotherapy. Laser treatment for vascular lesions, pigmentation disorders, and hair removal. Pediatric dermatology. Languages: English.

Dermatologist Dr. Osman Serdar Akkaya graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine in 1981. He completed his dermatology specialization there in 1985. He has more than 35 years of experience and is among the most senior dermatologists in the region.

His practice includes general dermatology, such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, vitiligo, and urticaria. He focuses on dermato-oncology and performs surgery for benign and malignant skin tumors. He also offers cosmetic dermatology, including fillers, mesotherapy, and chemical peels. He provides laser and light-based treatments for vascular lesions, pigment disorders, scars, and hair removal. He treats geriatric skin conditions and chronic skin diseases.

Dr. Murat Erol is a general dentist with over 20 years of clinical experience. He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Dentistry in 2002. He provides care in English.

He offers preventive care and restorative treatments, including aesthetic fillings, crowns, and bridges. He also performs root canal therapy. His aesthetic services include whitening, composite bonding, and smile design. He provides fixed and removable prosthetics. His plans focus on oral function and natural aesthetics. Each treatment is tailored to the patient.

Dr. Ilhan Arslan is a surgeon and otorhinolaryngology (ENT) specialist. He diagnoses and surgically treats ear, nose, and throat disorders using modern techniques.

His expertise includes rhinology (septal deviation, chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, endoscopic sinus surgery). He also manages otology issues (hearing loss, ear infections, ear microsurgery) and laryngology conditions (vocal cord disorders, hoarseness, airway problems). He performs head and neck surgery, including benign and malignant tumor removal, and thyroid and salivary gland surgery. He also provides pediatric ENT care, such as tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, and ear tube placement.

He is known for a patient-centered approach and precise ENT surgery. He provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages.

Dr. Emre TÜRKMEN is an ENT specialist focused on rhinoplasty and nasal and ear aesthetic procedures. He graduated from Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine in 2008. He completed his ENT specialization at Yeditepe University in 2015. He worked for two and a half years at Giresun Şebinkarahisar State Hospital and served as chief physician in his final year. He later worked at Medipol University Faculty of Medicine and Reyap Private Hospital.

He is a member of the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association. He is also an active member of the European Facial Plastic Surgery Association and attends their meetings regularly. His training includes a Maxillofacial Surgery Course in Turkey and Sinus Surgery Training in Germany. He attends the All in One Rhinoplasty Congress each year. He has taken part in rhinoplasty operations with highly experienced surgeons. He currently practices at Cosmeticium Clinic.

Dr. İkram Esen is a plastic surgeon with more than nine years of experience in aesthetic, reconstructive, and microsurgery. He graduated from the Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine. He began his plastic surgery career at Dicle University. He has since practiced at Göztepe Hospital and Natural Clinic.

He has performed thousands of procedures. His main areas include facial aesthetics, breast surgery, body contouring, post-bariatric surgery, genital aesthetics, hair transplantation, and non-surgical aesthetic treatments.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saydam Mehmet is a general surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2025–present). His work covers oncologic, endocrine, and metabolic surgery. He performs laparoscopic surgery, including hernia repair and anti-reflux procedures. He also treats morbid obesity and type 2 diabetes. Sleeve gastrectomy is among his key procedures.

Education: He graduated from the Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Faculty of Medicine (1995–2001). He completed his general surgery residency there (2004–2009). He was a research fellow at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, Ryder Trauma Center (2015–2016).

Experience: He worked as a general surgery specialist at GATA Haydarpaşa, Girne Military, and Mevki Military. He later served as Associate Professor of General Surgery at Dışkapı, Sancaktepe, and Medical Park Gebze. Earlier, he practiced as a general practitioner in military medical services.