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Any other educational courses and certificate (those conducted internationally as well):

1. Otorhinolaryngology Allergy Course 2004

2. Occupational English Test OET certificate 2016

3. Ege university Cadaver DBsection Course 2017

Memberships & Associations (Please list all your local, regional and international memberships

Op.Dr. Osman Tuğrul GÜZELDİR was born on May 1, 1983. After completing his pre-graduate studies, he successfully graduated from Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine and obtained the title of Medical Doctor. He specialized in Otorhinolaryngology at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine and became an Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist.

After completing his specialization training, Op.Dr. Osman Tuğrul GÜZELDİR worked at Afyonkarahisar Bolvadin Dr. Halil İbrahim Özsoy State Hospital from 2013 to 2015. He later served in various private hospitals in Ankara. In 2020, he joined the academic staff at Istanbul Health and Technology University and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Koru Ankara Hospital.

Op.Dr. Osman Tuğrul GÜZELDİR is a member of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Turkish Skull Base Society, Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Rhinology Society, and Ankara Medical Chamber. He also has a good command of English.

His medical interests include:

Head and neck tumors

Aesthetic and Functional Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty, Septoplasty)

Eardrum and middle ear diseases

Dizziness, hearing loss, and balance disorders

Thyroid and parathyroid gland diseases

Childhood neck masses

Salivary gland diseases and tumors

Childhood ear-nose-throat diseases

Nasal congestion and sinus diseases

Hoarseness and laryngeal diseases

Dr. Anil Ozpak is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for his skill in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. He performs breast lifts with round or teardrop implants, facial fat transfer, sex reassignment surgery, rhinoplasty, facelifts, and liposuction. Dr. Ozpak also offers blepharoplasty, breast reconstruction, FUE hair transplants, tummy tucks, otoplasty, and body contouring.

Dr. Ozpak has a strong record of patient satisfaction and safety. He has completed thousands of surgeries and is recognized for his precise and modern techniques. He holds accreditation from top medical associations and is dedicated to high standards in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Alaattin Ozturk is a respected General Surgeon from Turkey with 26 years of experience. He treats conditions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, abdominal pain, acid reflux, breast cancer, genital warts, gallstones, and hemorrhoids. He is skilled in advanced procedures, including gallbladder surgery, hernia repair, and hemorrhoidectomy.

Dr. Ozturk earned his medical degree from Uludag University. He completed his surgical training at Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital. He has published over 21 scientific articles. Dr. Ozturk is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association. He is dedicated to providing high-quality surgical care.

Dr. Emre Öztürk is a specialist in personalized and aesthetic dentistry. He is known for his skill in zirconium and porcelain veneers, laminate coatings, bonding, pink gum aesthetics, and advanced root canal treatments. He has performed thousands of aesthetic procedures with high patient satisfaction.

Dr. Öztürk graduated from Gazi University Faculty of Dentistry in 2003. He completed his PhD in prosthodontics in 2010, focusing on maxillofacial prosthesis materials. He is recognized as a Prosthesis Specialist by the Ministry of Health. This shows his dedication to clinical excellence and innovation in dental care.

Dr. Volkan Tugcu is a professor of urology and a leading expert in robotic-assisted urologic surgery. He has performed over 2,500 robotic operations. Dr. Tugcu invented the 'Tugcu Bakirkoy Technique,' which is an important advancement in robotic surgery. He specializes in urooncology, general urology, robotic kidney transplantation, and the treatment of prostate, kidney, and bladder cancers.

He has held senior positions at top hospitals in Istanbul. Dr. Tugcu serves on the Board of Directors of the Turkish Urology Association. He is also an active member of the European Association of Urology and The Endourological Society. His work is recognized internationally, and he is dedicated to improving urologic care.

Prof. Çağatay Öztürk is an experienced orthopedic and spine surgeon specializing in scoliosis and spine surgery. He holds a medical degree from the Hacettepe University and a specialization in orthopedics and traumatology from the Uludağ University. He is the Head of the Spinal Surgery Department in Liv Hospital and is a member of several professional organizations. He has published over 100 articles in international editions.

He was born in France in 1969. After graduating from İzmir Müdafaai Hukuk Primary School and Bornova Anatolian High School, he entered Ege University Faculty of Medicine. After completing his specialization at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine Ear Nose and Throat Clinic, he worked as Op.Dr. Together with Denizhan Özkaya, he founded ENTO Ear, Nose and Throat in Alsancak.

Op.Dr., who worked as a visiting doctor at the Ear Nose and Throat Clinic of the University of Vienna, Austria, in 1998. Ümit Filiz speaks English and German.

He is a member of the Turkish Ear Nose Throat Head and Neck Surgery Association, the Turkish Ear Nose Throat Head and Neck Surgery Foundation, the Turkish ENT Facial Plastic Surgery Working Group, the Turkish Sleep Research Association and the European Sleep Research Association Aviation Medical Association.

He received the “Flight Medicine” certificate at the Eskişehir Aerospace Medicine Physiological Training Course within the Air Force (8 October – 16 November 2001). Aesthetic and functional nose surgery, endoscopic sinus surgeries and snoring and apnea surgery are his special areas of interest.

Dr. Abdurrahman Kadayifci is a leading gastroenterologist. He specializes in interventional endoscopy, fatty liver disease, pancreatic cysts, and pancreatic cancer. He founded the Gastroenterology Department and the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Center at Gaziantep University Medical School. His work has improved medical care in the region.

Dr. Kadayifci has conducted research at top institutions such as the University of California and Harvard Medical School. His research focuses on liver transplantation and early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. He has co-authored major textbooks and published many articles in respected journals. His work has made him a recognized expert in his field.

Dr. Suleyman Semih Dedeoglu is an experienced orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in sports injuries, trauma surgery, and joint reconstruction. He is known internationally for his skill in both arthroscopic and open treatments of the knee, shoulder, elbow, hip, and ankle.

Dr. Dedeoglu developed the ‘Dedeoğlu Technique’, an innovative method for complex shoulder fracture repair. This technique was published in JSES in 2023. He has presented his work at major international congresses, including EFORT and ICSES 2023 in Rome.

Dr. Dedeoglu has published over 100 scientific articles on joint prosthesis, fracture repair, minimally invasive trauma care, and biomechanics. He completed fellowships at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA and KSES in Korea. These experiences highlight his global expertise in joint reconstruction.

Dr. Eymen Gazel is a leading uro-oncology specialist. He is known for advanced surgical treatment of prostate, kidney, bladder, and testicular cancers. Dr. Gazel specializes in minimally invasive, robot-assisted, and laparoscopic surgeries. These techniques help patients recover faster and achieve better outcomes.

Dr. Gazel is a pioneer in laser prostate surgery. He performs advanced HoLEP and ThuFLEP procedures, which set new standards for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). He is also an expert in stone disease. Dr. Gazel uses modern endourology methods to treat complex urinary tract stones without open surgery.

He completed his medical training at Hacettepe University and specialized at Turkey High Specialization Hospital. Dr. Gazel has worked at leading hospitals, including Acıbadem Ankara. He is an active member of the Turkish Urology Association and the Endourology Society. His career reflects a strong commitment to excellence and innovation in urology.

Dr. Ilyas Kose is an experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeon with over 20 years in clinical practice. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry in 2001. From 2007 to 2012, he served as Chief of the Bolu Oral and Dental Health Center.

Dr. Kose earned his doctorate in Maxillofacial Surgery at Samsun Ondokuz Mayıs University between 2012 and 2015. He specializes in implant procedures, wisdom tooth removal, and advanced oral surgery. Since 2021, he has been seeing patients at DM Dental Clinic.

Education

Doctor of Medicine: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (1987-1993)
Neurology Specialist: Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine (1997-2001)
Stroke Fellow: University of Calgary, Canada (2008-2009)
Assistant Professor: Trakya University Faculty of Medicine (2001-2006)
Associate Professor: Trakya University Faculty of Medicine (2006-2010), Bezmialem Faculty of Medicine (2010-2012)
Professor: Bezmialem Faculty of Medicine (2012-2017), Memorial Hizmet Hospital (2017-2019, 2021-2023)
Interventional Neurologist: King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain (2019-2021)
Consultant Neurologist: Salmaniya Medical Complex, Bahrain (2023-2024)

Between 2008-2009, I worked as a stroke fellow at the University of Calgary Stroke Program for 1 year.
During my tenure at Bezmialem Vakıf University, I received interventional neurology training from Prof. Dr. Ömer Göktekin.
2019-2021 I worked as an interventional neurologist at Arabian Gulf University and King Hamad University Hospital in Bahrain.
I worked as a consultant neurologist at Salmaniya Medical Complex in Bahrain between 2023-2024.

Medical Intrests 

• Stroke
• Interventional Norology
• Headache
• Demyelinating Diseases
• Dementia
• Movement Disorders
• Epilepsy

Dr. Alper Karalok is a specialist in gynecology, obstetrics, and gynecologic oncology with over 18 years of experience. He is known for his skill in advanced surgical procedures such as myomectomy, hysterectomy, and ovarian cyst removal. He focuses on minimally invasive and robotic surgeries for gynecologic cancers.

Dr. Karalok graduated from Ankara University. He completed further training at Akdeniz University and Etlik Zübeyde Hanım Hospital. He also completed a fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the USA. He is a member of ESGO, ENYGO, and TRSGO, showing his dedication to professional growth in gynecologic oncology.