Diagnostics Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Servet İğrek is an Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist trained at Marmara University. He practices at Diyarbakır Selahaddin Eyyubi State Hospital and Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital.

He focuses on sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery. He has extensive experience in knee, shoulder, hip and ankle arthroscopy; ligament and meniscus surgery; shoulder instability; cartilage injuries; arthroplasty; and orthopaedic trauma.

He completed a SECEC & ESSKA‑approved Sports Surgery Fellowship Program. He has authored or co‑authored many peer‑reviewed publications, book chapters and congress presentations. He teaches in national and international arthroscopy training programs. He is an active member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association, TUSYAD, the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association, the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, and SICOT.

Dr. Zinar Serhanoglu practices obstetrics, gynecology, and urogynecology. He provides prenatal care and pregnancy follow-up. He manages high-risk conditions such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes. He performs vaginal and cesarean deliveries.

He specializes in minimally invasive surgery. He uses laparoscopy and V-NOTES for hysterectomy and for treating uterine disorders, ovarian cysts, fibroids, and ectopic pregnancy.

He treats stress urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. He provides long-term management of PCOS and endometriosis. He offers tubal ligation via laparoscopy or V-NOTES. He performs hysteroscopic treatment of uterine polyps and septum. He also provides perimenopausal and menopausal care, including bioidentical hormone therapy.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heves Sürmeli is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. She received her medical degree (M.D.) from Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2004. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2005–2010). She then completed subspecialty training in Medical Oncology at the same hospital (2014–2017).

At the same center, she served as a Medical Oncology Specialist (2017–2023). She then worked as Administrative and Clinical Director (2023–2026). Her clinical interests include breast, lung, gynecologic, gastrointestinal, and urologic cancers.

She has published many articles in international peer‑reviewed journals. She has presented at national and international conferences. She is active in professional societies. She has received several awards.

Prof. Dr. Şule Karadayı is a Professor and Thoracic Surgery Specialist. She earned her MD from Ankara University in 1999 and completed her residency in 2004. Her international training includes an observership with Prof. Ramon Rami Porta in Barcelona in 2005. She received an ESTS Travel Fellowship in Vienna in 2009. She joined the Mevlana Exchange Program in Azerbaijan in 2015. She scored 76.25 on the ÜDS English exam in 2006. She is a member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons and several Turkish thoracic societies.

Her clinical focus includes lung cancer surgery. She performs Da Vinci robotic and VATS/minimally invasive thoracic procedures. She treats pulmonary nodules and masses. She also performs mediastinal, pleural, and chest wall (pectus) surgery. She offers interventional bronchoscopy, including endobronchial valve therapy for advanced emphysema and COPD. She serves as an assistant principal investigator on projects in wound healing and mediastinal lymph node evaluation. As of 2026, she sees patients at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

Dr. Merve Karli has performed 1,000+ surgeries in benign anorectal diseases and hernia surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in endoscopy procedures including gastroscopy and colonoscopy
• Trained at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on breast diseases and trauma surgery
• Certified in laparoscopic techniques

Dr. Elmas specializes in dermatology diagnostics with a strong academic background and international training.

• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Selected as International Dermatology Specialist of the Year in 2023
• Published 10 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Member of the Turkish Society of Dermatology and Women's Dermatologic Society

Specializes in reproductive health with 21 years of experience in Obstetrics, Gynecology, and IVF at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Trained in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Yeditepe University
• Member of ESHRE and ASRM – leading reproductive medicine societies
• Completed advanced training in robotic and laparoscopic surgery
• Works with international IVF centers in Brussels and Denmark

Specialized in Breast and Thyroid Surgery for over 39 years – Dr. Soybir practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul.

• Previously headed the General Surgery Department at Namık Kemal University
• Expert in surgical diagnostics for breast and thyroid conditions
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Dr. Mario Garibay specializes in personalized dental implant solutions at SoftDentalCare Clinic, with training from Loma Linda University.

• 26 years of experience in dental implantology
• Expert in fitting dentures and high-quality dental cleanings
• Praised for exceptional crown work by patients and peers
• Graduated in Dentistry from Veracruz University

Specializing in minimally invasive implantology, Dr. Fazeli brings precision and expertise to dental diagnostics at Nifa Dent International.

• Trained in periodontology at Ege University
• Fluent in English, Persian, and Azerbaijani
• Attended numerous courses and congresses in dental health
• Focuses on advanced diagnostic techniques for oral health

Dr. Cemile Dilek Uysal specializes in dermatology with a focus on skin conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Graduated with honors from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in dermatology at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital
• Expert in treating fungal, viral, and bacterial skin diseases
• Handles complex cases including parasitic infections and hair diseases

Specializing in ENT and Head & Neck Surgery, Dr. Yasemin Ongun brings 21 years of focused expertise to Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained in Otology-Neurotology and Audiology at Hacettepe University
• Expert in rhinoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgeries
• Performs pediatric ENT procedures including tonsil and adenoid surgeries
• Specializes in snoring and sleep apnea surgical treatments
• Experienced in hearing loss and ear surgeries

Dr. Kitis specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital, bringing over a decade of focused expertise in brain and nerve surgery.

• Trained at Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine
• Extensive experience in neurosurgical diagnostics
• Works at one of Istanbul's leading hospitals

Specialist Dr. Nurana Güller earned her medical degree and completed nephrology training at the Cerrahpaşa (Çapa) Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, a major academic center in Türkiye. She trained in a high-volume tertiary referral center. She contributed to multidisciplinary care for acute and chronic kidney diseases.

Her practice focuses on early CKD detection. She aims to slow progression and prevent complications. She has extensive experience in AKI management. She provides stage-specific treatment and long-term follow-up for chronic kidney failure. Her interests include hypertension, diabetic nephropathy, glomerulonephritis, UTIs, proteinuria, kidney stones, cystic diseases, dialysis, and transplantation.

Dr. Güller practices at İAÜ Medical Park. She follows evidence-based, ethical, and patient-safety principles.

Dr. Hilmi Bayırlı is a pediatrician. He focuses on neonatal care, premature infants, newborn follow-up, pediatric emergencies, and childhood infectious diseases.

He earned his MD from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his pediatrics residency at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He fulfilled compulsory public service at Van Training and Research Hospital. He now practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. His services include pediatric and neonatal care, close monitoring of premature infants, developmental follow-up, and preventive care.

Dr. Tuncer is a gastroenterologist with over 23 years of experience, specializing in advanced diagnostic procedures at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Trained at Ege University’s prestigious Gastroenterology Department
• Member of Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and Liver Association
• Published 18 papers in national and international journals
• Performed numerous diagnostic endoscopic procedures

Prof. Dr. Engin Tutar specializes in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition with 38 years of experience at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.

• Expert in diagnostic and therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy
• Focuses on growth and nutritional disorders in children
• Handles complex cases like inflammatory bowel disease and liver disorders
• Published extensively and presented at over 50 medical events