Best Diagnostics Doctors Abroad

Dr. Ahmet Turan Aydin is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has led the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Memorial Antalya Hospital since 2010. He previously headed the same department at Akdeniz University from 1995 to 1997. He has served at the Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine as a specialist from 1983 to 1995 and from 1997 to the present. He earned his M.D. and completed his residency at Ege University. He became an Associate Professor in 1985 and a Professor in 1995.

Advanced training: Rizzoli Institute, Bologna (1980–1981, 1991, 2008); Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford (1988); Krankenhaus für Sportverletzte, Germany (1989). Professional memberships: Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology; Turkish Cancer Research and Control Association; European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO); SICOT; Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery (TUSYAD); Asia Pacific Orthopaedic Association (APOA).

Dr. Bulent Yildirim is a neurology specialist at Memorial Antalya Hospital (2025–present). He previously served on the neurology faculty at Akdeniz University (1983–2010).

M.D., Hacettepe University. Neurology residency (1974–1978). Anatomy residency (1979–1983). Associate Professor (1984). Professor (1991). Member of the Turkish Neurological Society, the Turkish Cerebrovascular Diseases Society, and the European Neurological Society.

Edited six medical books. Wrote book chapters and many publications. National coordinator for one and center coordinator for three international multicenter stroke studies. Received first- and second-place awards at national and international congresses. Invited speaker on stroke, hypertension, dementia, cerebral aging, Parkinson’s disease, headache, multiple sclerosis, and neuroanatomy.

Dr. Emre Altekin is a cardiology specialist at Memorial Antalya Hospital (2025–present). He has broad interventional experience in cardiovascular, valvular, and structural heart disease. He has been the primary operator in many complex procedures. He also serves as an instructor at centers in Türkiye and abroad.

Academic credentials: Professor of Cardiology, Akdeniz University (2020). Associate Professor (2015). Assistant Professor (2011–2015). M.D. (1999) and cardiology residency (2000–2005), Akdeniz University.

Previous roles: Private OFM Antalya Hospital (cardiology specialist, 2023–2025). Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine (cardiology specialist, 2011–2016). An-Deva Hayat Heart Hospital (2009–2011). Burdur State Hospital (physician, 2006–2008). Memberships: Turkish Medical Association. Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Neurology specialist with over 22 years of experience at leading hospitals like Memorial Göztepe and University of Health Sciences.

• Trained at Istanbul University’s renowned Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in EEG-EMG clinical neurophysiology
• Member of the Turkish Neurology Society
• Instructor at University of Health Sciences

Leading expert in molecular diagnostics and innovative cancer therapies – Dr. Fox combines clinical care with cutting-edge research.

• 14 years in haematology, oncology, and molecular diagnostics
• Certified specialist in genetics and immunotherapy
• Chief Physician at an interdisciplinary certified cancer center
• Published researcher contributing to advancements in cancer treatment
• Active member of major international oncology societies

Prof. Tuncer leads cardiovascular surgery at Istanbul University and Memorial Göztepe Hospital, specializing in aortic and minimally invasive procedures.

• 34 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Head of Aortic Surgery Center at Koşuyolu Hospital
• Member of Society of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Cardiovascular Surgery
• Published 38+ SCI-indexed research papers
• Professor at Istanbul Okan University

Prof. Schenker leads the Department of Surgery at Solingen Clinic, pioneering minimally invasive and robotic techniques for gastrointestinal cancers.

• Specializes in pancreatic surgery – rare expertise in Germany
• Coordinated Germany's first certified colorectal cancer center
• Introduces modern surgical methods with faster recovery times
• Active researcher collaborating with top cancer treatment centers

Specializes in minimally invasive cardiovascular surgery techniques, including sutureless valve replacements and right anterior minithoracotomy approaches.

• Over 27 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Published multiple research papers on minimally invasive techniques
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
• Trained at Ankara University – a leading medical institution in Turkey

Dr. Séverine Iborra leads the Gynecology and Obstetrics Department at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen, specializing in minimally invasive diagnostics and treatments.

• Certified in oncological diagnostics and therapy
• Expert in cervical pathology and colposcopy
• Specializes in urogynecology and pelvic reconstructive surgery
• Active member of leading German medical societies
• Uses laparoscopy and Da Vinci robotic system for procedures

Associate Professor Nurullah Bulut brings 24 years of ophthalmology expertise at prestigious Turkish hospitals, with a focus on advanced diagnostics.

• Specialized in ophthalmology at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Published 26 articles and presented 29 papers on ophthalmic research
• Holds a patent for an innovative intraocular lens design
• Member of EURETINA and the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Trained in advanced techniques at institutions like the University of Chicago

The doctor is a highly qualified Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist with extensive international experience. Holding an M.D. from Ege University and completing a residency at Akdeniz University, the doctor further specialized through a fellowship in Cardiac Electrophysiology at the University of Minnesota Medical School.

With a robust clinical background across multiple prestigious institutions in Türkiye, the doctor holds ECFMG certification and active medical licenses in Minnesota and Iowa, USA. Expertise includes advanced procedures such as Laser Lead Extraction, Pulse Field Ablation (PFA), and leadless pacemaker implantation. The doctor is also certified by the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA).

Dr. Demir specializes in cardiovascular surgery with advanced training in beating-heart coronary bypass and minimally invasive techniques.

• Assistant Professor at Okan University Hospital
• Trained at Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospital in London
• Member of European Society for Vascular Surgery
• Expert in aortic surgery and ECMO procedures

Prof. Ibrahim Cansaran Tanidir specializes in pediatric cardiology, with over 100 international publications and leadership in interventional cardiology.

• Professor at Başakşehir Çam & Sakura City Hospital
• Vice President of the Interventional Cardiology Working Group
• Performed therapeutic angiography for 250+ children in humanitarian missions
• Over 1,200 citations and H-index of 16 in research

Dr. Michael Shapira specializes in bone marrow transplantation at Sourasky Medical Center, bringing extensive expertise from Hadassah Medical Center.

• Trained at Hebrew University Medical School
• Senior physician in Hadassah's Bone Marrow Transplantation department
• Specialized in internal medicine before focusing on transplants
• Fluent in English and Hebrew

Specialist in surgical oncology with 19 years of experience – Dr. Ertekin focuses on breast surgery and diagnostics at Memorial Göztepe Hospital.

• European Board certified in breast surgery
• Active member of EORTC-BCG breast cancer research group
• Country Coordinator for Oncoplastic Breast Surgery Consortium
• Trained at Haukeland University Hospital in Norway

Dr. Marc Ulrich Becher leads a high-volume cardiology department performing 3,000–4,000 invasive procedures annually at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen.

• Specializes in advanced coronary diagnostics including intravascular imaging (IVUS/OCT)
• Performs cutting-edge interventions like shockwave lithotripsy for calcified arteries
• Offers 24/7 emergency catheter services for acute cardiac cases
• Collaborates on transcatheter valve replacements with university hospitals

Dr. Chalatkorn Viravan, a First Class Honors graduate from Rangsit University, brings meticulous attention to diagnostics at Intrarat Hospital.

• Trained in occupational medicine at Burapha University
• Specializes in comprehensive physical exams and medical history reviews
• Certified to connect patients with specialists when needed

Prof. Kilickesmez specializes in minimally invasive neuroradiological and oncological treatments at Memorial Göztepe Hospital.

• Over 18 years of experience in interventional radiology and neuroradiology
• Trained at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital in London
• Member of multiple prestigious societies including CIRSE and ESNR
• Conducts international training on advanced embolization techniques
• Professor at the University of Health Sciences