2013 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye
MEMORIAL ATASEHIR HOSPITAL
Pediatric Chest Diseases Specialist
2013 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye
MARMARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Member of the Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases
Pediatrician, Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Specialist
Education
Yeditepe University School of Medicine
Professor of Pediatrics (Chair of the Department)
2004 - 2007
Dokuz Eylül University School of Medicine
Pediatric Gastroenterology Sub-specialty
1995 – 1998
Hacettepe University School of Medicine
Pediatrics Instructor
1985 - 1987
Professional Experience
Ataşehir Florence Nightingale Hospital
Pediatrician, Pediatric Gastroenterology
2017 – Present
Kadıköy Şifa Ataşehir Hospital
Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition
2013 – 2017
Dokuz Eylül University School of Medicine
Professor of Pediatrics
1994 – 2004
Publications
Cevik N, Buyukgebiz B. Interaction between human blood group (ABO) substances and enteropathogenic
bacterial agents. Turk J Pediatr. 1987. Link
Buyukgebiz B, Ozalp I, Oran O. Investigation of serum vitamin A levels of children who had a history of
recurrent diarrhoea. J Trop Pediatrics. 1990. Link
Languages
Turkish: Native
English: Advanced
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2013 – Prof. Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul
2013 – Prof. Istanbul Bilim University Medical Faculty, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Istanbul
2011 – Assoc.Prof. Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul
2010 - 2011 – Chief II. Orthopedics Clinic, Assoc.Prof. SB Goztepe Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul
2006 - 2009 – Vice-Chief II. Orthopedics Clinic, Assoc.Prof. SB Goztepe Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul
1992 - 2005 – Vice-Chief II. Orthopedics Clinic, SB Goztepe Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul
1984 - 1991 – Orthopedist, SB Rize Hospital, Rize
1983 - 1984 – Orthopedist, Medical Sub-Lieutenant Kayseri Airborne Brigade, Kayseri
2004 - 2008 – Coordinator, Pediatric Orthopedics-Orthopedic Trauma-Ilizarov Meetings, Istanbul Hospitals
2002 - 2004 – President, TOTBID Pediatric Orthopedics Branch
COURSES ATTENDED
1997 - 2014 – Trainer, Ilizarov Limb Lengthening Courses
2012 – International Pediatric Orthopedic Symposium, Orlando FL
2011 – Instructor, AO Pediatric Trauma Course, Izmir
1996 – Graf Hip Ultrasonography Course, Vienna
MEMBERSHIPS
Turkish Medical Association
Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)
Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Society (TOTDER)
Turkish Educational Council of Orthopedics and Traumatology
TOTBID Pediatric Orthopedics Branch
Turkish ASAMI (Ilizarov Applications and Research Center) Founding Member
EPOS (European Pediatric Orthopedics Society)
AAOS (American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
AWARDS
1) 2008. Chondroprotective effect of salicylate and chloroquine in pyogenic septic arthritis. SSK Göztepe Training and
Research Hospital Scientific Journal Competition First Place Award.
2) 2007. Modified Salter osteotomy for the treatment of developmental dysplasia of the hip:Description of a new
technique that eliminated the use of pins for internal fixation. TOTBİD Pediatric Orthopedics Branch Journal
Competition First Place Award
3) 2007. Modified Salter osteotomy for the treatment of developmental dysplasia of the hip:Description of a new
technique that eliminated the use of pins for internal fixation. SSK Göztepe Training and Research Hospital Scientific
Journal Competition Second Place Award.
4) 2005. Incomplete triple pelvic osteotomy for the surgical treatment of dysplasia of the hip in adolescents and
adults. TOTBİD Pediatric Orthopedics Branch Journal Competition Second Place Award
5) 2005. Incomplete triple pelvic osteotomy for the surgical treatment of dysplasia of the hip in adolescents and
adults. SSK Göztepe Training and Research Hospital Scientific Journal Competition First Place Award
6) 2004. A new capsuloplasty technique in DDH treatment. SSK Göztepe Training and Research Hospital Scientific
Journal Competition First Place Award
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. Hakan Kocaman is a pediatric surgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital (2025–present). He was Associate Professor of Pediatric Surgery at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (2023–2025). He was Assistant Professor at Harran University (2016–2023). He earned his MD and completed his pediatric surgery residency at Istanbul University.
He is a member of the Turkish Association of Pediatric Surgeons, the European Paediatric Surgeons’ Association (EUPSA), and the International Pediatric Endosurgery Group (IPEG). His training includes basic robotic surgery, advanced thoracoscopy, pediatric endoscopy, laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair, and hypospadias repair.
Dr. Galia Grisaru-Soen is an expert in Pediatric Infectious Diseases. She is the Director of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases service at Dana-Dwek Children's Hospital. She holds a Marze Bachir degree. Dr. Grisaru-Soen has gained clinical and academic experience at Safra Children's Hospital and the University of Toronto.
Dr. Grisaru-Soen is known for her work in treating complex pediatric infections. She has helped improve patient care and infection control. She leads multidisciplinary teams and uses evidence-based practices in pediatric medicine.
Dr. Asaf Oren is a Senior Physician in Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes at Dana-Dwek Children’s Hospital. He completed fellowships at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto and at Tel Aviv Medical Center. His training focused on advanced care in pediatric endocrinology.
Dr. Oren has held senior roles in pediatric endocrinology and diabetes units. He has also contributed to emergency pediatric care. He teaches at the Sackler School of Medicine and Sheinborn Tel Aviv Academic Nursing School. He has also lectured at the University of Toronto. Dr. Oren is recognized for his clinical and academic leadership in pediatric endocrinology.
Dr. Mustafa Aydın is an Internal Medicine specialist. He graduated from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 2009. He provides evidence-based care for adults, including diagnosis and treatment. He communicates in English.
His clinical focus includes chronic disease management, such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and thyroid disorders. He treats gastrointestinal problems, including reflux, gastritis, ulcers, and liver diseases, and respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD. He manages infectious diseases. He provides preventive care with routine screenings, risk assessments, and personalized health plans.
Dr. Dror Levin is a senior pediatrician and director of the blood disorder and bone cancer (sarcoma) treatment departments at Children's Hospital "Dana" and Medical Center "Sourasky" respectively. He is a specialist in pediatric medicine, hematology, and oncology, with additional experience studying abroad at the Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute in Italy.
Education
Experience
2019-2024
,
(Associate Professor)
Istanbul Private Hisar Intercontinental Hospital
Specializations
Pediatric Rehabilitation of Children with Special Needs
Newborn Monitoring
Newborn and Childhood Vaccinations
Child Follow-up Monitoring and Development
Growth and Development Retardation
Childhood Diseases
Specializations
Children's health and diseases
Breathing problems in newborns
neonatal jaundice
Newborn feeding problems
neonatal sepsis
Anemia of infancy
Transient hypogammaglobulinemia in infants
Rash diseases of childhood
PFAPA
wheezing baby
asthmatic child
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
atopic dermatitis
food allergies
recurring constipation
appetite problems
Healthy child growth and development monitoring and follow-up
Specializations
Inguinal (Gubic) Area Diseases (Hernia, Hydrocele, Undescended Testis)
Laparoscopic Undescended Testis Investigation
Laparoscopic Surgery in Children (Cholecystectomy, Appendectomy, Ovarian Pathologies)
Gastrointestinal System Surgery in Children
Newborn Surgery
Thoracic Surgery in Children-VATS
Childhood Tumors
Thyroid Surgery in Children
Trauma in Children
Medical Specialization
Hacettepe University 2017 - 2007
Medical Specialization (Minor)
Ufuk University 2011 - 2009
Doctorate
Ankara University 2021 - 2000
Undergraduate
Ankara University 2006
Research Assistant
Biotechnology Department, Biotechnology Institute, Ankara University
September 01, 2009 - October 08, 2021
Research Assistant
Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University
February 27, 2014 - February 28, 2017
Research Assistant
Dr. Ridvan Ege Health Research and Application Center, Ufuk University
November 27, 2007 - December 09, 2011
Specializations
Pediatric Rehabilitation of Children with Special Needs
Newborn Monitoring
Newborn and Childhood Vaccinations
Child Follow-up Monitoring and Development
Growth and Development Retardation
Childhood Diseases
Child Health and Diseases
Experience
Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine (2005)
PRIVATE TAMMED HOSPITAL
PRIVATE LIFE HOSPITAL
PRIVATE HATEM HOSPITAL
Specialist Dr. Fatih Mert Children's Clinic
Private Sevgi Hospital
Private NCR Hospital (2019-)
Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine (1994-2000)
Karadeniz Technical University (2000-2005)
Education
Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine (1994-2000)
Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine (2005)
PRIVATE TAMMED HOSPITAL
PRIVATE LIFE HOSPITAL
PRIVATE HATEM HOSPITAL
Specialist Dr. Fatih Mert Children's Clinic
Private Sevgi Hospital
Private NCR Hospital (2019-2020)
Private Center Prime (2020-2022)
Private Mercan Hospital (2022-2023)
Private BAH Hospital (2023-.....)
Professional Memberships
Newborn Intensive Care Course
Mechanical Ventilation Course
Neonatal Resuscitation Course
National Pediatrics Congress
National Pediatrics Days
Pediatrics Endocrine and Metabolism Congress
Pediatric Oncology and Hematology Congress
Asthma Symposium
2002 – 2008 – Siriraj Medical School, Mahidol University
2008 – 2013 – Department of Internal Medicine, Rajavithi Hospital
2013 – 2015 – Department of Cardiology, Internal Medicine Rajavithi Hospital
2019 – 2020 – Cardiology Intervention, Department of Cardiology, Internal Medicine Rajavithi Hospital
Languages: English and Thai
Doctor of Osteopathy from National University of Medical Sciences – Registration S1702131.
Bachelor of science in Osteopathy from National University of Medical Sciences – Registration S1702131.
Certified from “Union of Thai Traditional Medicine Society” – Registration 112460.
Acupuncturist – Certified by Chinese Republic and signed by Notary – Registration 140013.
Member of the International Osteopathic Association (IOA).
Official representative of Osteopathy Chronic Pain Clinics of Canada (OCPCC) in Phuket – Thailand.
Gonstead Chiropractic techniques (inc Knee chest table).
Diploma in Osteopathic & Chiropractic full course online.
Certified Emergency first responder + CPR & AED (valid until 12/2026)
Member of the Swiss Medical Register (RME) – Registration B330879.
Member of the Association of Swiss Health Insurances - Registration 6178.
Certified in Chinese Pharmacology.
Certified in Chinese Psychiatric.
Certified in Chinese Nutrition.
Eli Shpreher is a Head of the Department of Dermatology, Ichilov Medical Center - Sourasky.
Professor, specialist in pediatric endocrinology