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Dr. Jose Bermudez is a specialist in prosthetics and dental implants. He holds a master's degree in dental implants from the Superior School of Implantology in Barcelona. He also has specialized training in temporomandibular joint disorders from the University of Barcelona.

Dr. Bermudez completed advanced training at the International University of Catalonia. He also trained at the Dental Technology Center in Einsiedeln, Switzerland, with a focus on the Gerber System. In 2023, Disruptors magazine named him one of the top 10 outstanding dentists, recognizing his achievements in dental medicine.

Biography

• M.D , 1994 (Born 1969)
• Diplomat, American Board of QA & UR, 2001
• Certificate of Metabolic and Weight Management , University of Syndney.
• Certificate of Aesthetic Medicine, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
• Certificate of Liposuction and Fat Graft (Canada)
• Member, International Society of Dermatology Surgery
• Member, American Society of Bariatric Physician
• Faculty Speaker, Master of Science program in Cosmetic Medicine , DPU University

Dr. Suthipong Treeratana joins as a speaker at the annual Thaicosderm Conference 2023

Board Certifications

• M.D., Mahidol University, Siriraj Hospital (2004)
• Certificate of General Surgery Training Program, Metropolitan Group Hospitals, Chicago (2008)
• Certificate of General Surgery Training Program, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland (2009)
• Diploma Thai Board of General Surgery, Siriraj Hospital (2012)
• Certificate of the International Visiting Scholars Training Program Completion at the Department of Surgery, ASAN Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
• Certificate of Completion in Body Liposculpturing Surgery, Seoul, Korea.
• Certificate of Completion in Rhinoplasty, Blephaloplasty, Breast Augmentation, Hair Transplant Surgery, Seoul, Korea

Education

• DOCTOR OF MEDICINE (FIRST CLASS HONORS) FACULTY OF MEDICINE , Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University. Khonkaen, Thailand | Jun 2010 – May 2016
• THE HIGHER GRADUATE DIPLOMA (CLINICAL MEDICAL SCIENCES)) , Mahidol university. Bangkok, Thailand | Jul 2019 – May 2020
• CERTIFICATION OF ATTENDANCE WORLD CONGRESS OF AESTHETIC , SURGERY – MEDICINE, ANTIAGING AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE (WCAM2022)
• WCAM. Bangkok, Thailand | Mar 2022 – Mar 2022
• CERTIFICATION OF RHINOPLASTY, ALARPLASTY AND ALAR BASE REDUCTION 10X Academy. | Jun 2022 – Jun 2022

Experience

• DOCTOR : Vachiraphuket hospital. Phuket, Thailand | Jul 2016 – Jun 2019
• NEUROSURGERY TRAINING , Phramongkutklao hospital. Bangkok, Thailand | Jul 2019 – Feb 2022
• AESTHETIC PHYSICIAN , Bangkok, Thailand | Feb 2022 – Present

Certificate

• Certification of attendance Lip filler injection course
• Certification of attendance Aesthetic injectology of the face at SAPs academy
• Certification of participation Advance filler level 1 at Aesthetic concept academy
• Certification of attendance world congress of aesthetic surgery – medicine, antiaging and alternative medicine (WCAM2022)
• Certification of Rhinoplasty training course organized by Research Innovation Beauty Trend Group
• Certification of attendance Alarplasty and alar base reduction by 10X Academy
• Certification of Miami peel hand on by Skinova
• Certification of attendance online webinar MD code: The 7-point shape
• Certification of attendance online webinar Periorbital filler injection

Dr. Levhi Akın is a general and laparoscopic surgeon with more than 33 years of experience. He specializes in colorectal, bariatric, and robotic surgery. Dr. Akın is skilled in colon cancer removal, pancreatic tumor enucleation, inguinal hernia repair, pancreatic cancer surgery, and cholecystectomy.

He graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine and GATA Medical Faculty. He also completed advanced military medical training. Dr. Akın is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the European Society of Coloproctology, and the Turkish Surgical Association. He has served on more than 10 editorial and advisory boards. His work shows a strong commitment to clinical excellence and medical research.

Dr. Leonardo Favio Chavez Gasque is an experienced orthopedic specialist. He treats complex conditions such as Dupuytren's contracture, floating elbow, brachial plexus injuries, and humeral fractures. He is skilled in both surgical and non-surgical treatments. Dr. Chavez Gasque creates personalized care plans to achieve the best results for his patients.

He has strong knowledge of biomechanics, especially of the wrist, hand, pelvic limbs, menisci, shoulder, hip, and spine. His work is guided by a thorough understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and injury patterns. He provides care based on the latest medical evidence for each patient.

SUB-SPECIALISTS 

• *Trauma Surgery 
• *Joint Prosthesis Surgery
• *Knee Surgery 
• *Arthroscopic Surgery 
• *Spine Surgery 
• *Deformity Surgery 

TECHNOLOGIES 

• *Robotic Joint Replacement Systems 
• *Kinematic Approach of Knee Replacement Surgery 
• *Journey II Knee Prosthesis System

EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION 

1. *Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine (Bachelor’s Degree, 2005-2011) 
2. *Health Sciences University Ankara Education and Research Hospital (Specilization Education, 2012-2017) 
3. His international published article is named as ‘’Mahmuti, A., Güler, U.O., Haberal, B., Şimşek, E.K., Yüksel, S., Temiz, A., Tuncay, I.C. Biomechanical Comparison of Polymethylmethacrylate Augmentation Methods in Failed Pedical Screw Revision. Turk Neurosurg. 2021; 31 (5): 788-794. DOI: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.34653-21.2. PMID: 34374983’’. 

COURSES INFORMATION

1. *11th TOTBID School of Basic Sciences and Research, Malatya. 
2. *1-3 March 2013. AO Basic Trauma Course (Principles in Operative Fracture Management), İstanbul 2013. 
3. *10th Basic Orthopedic Trauma Education Meeting, Ankara. 13-14 September 2013. 
4. *6th Intramedullary Nailing Course, İzmir 2013. 
5. *Instrumentation Course in Arthroscopic Surgery, İstanbul 2013. 
6. *6th Minimally Invasive, Locked Plate Osteosynthesis and Advanced Trauma Education Meeting. 5-6 December 2014. 
7. *TOTBID GKD-PEV Course, Konya 2015.
8. *AO Advanced Trauma Course (Principles in Operative Fracture Management), Ankara 2017. 
9. *Stryker Mako Certification Lab., Amsterdam. June 2019.

CONGRESS INFORMATION

1. *23rd National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress. 29 October – 3 November 2013. 
2. *5th Orthopedics and Traumatology İstanbul Meeting. 10-12 April 2015. 
3. *Spine Intervention Society 2019 European Congress, Munich. May 2019. 

CAREER INFORMATION

1. *Şırnak İdil State Hospital (General Practitioner, 2017-2019) 
2. *Ankara Education and Research Hospital (Specialization Education, 2012-2017) 
3. *Şırnak State Hospital (Specialist Doctor, 2017-2019) 
4. *Turan Turan Health Group (OM Spine Surgery Center – Robotic TT Orthopedics Robotic Surgery Center) (Specialist Doctor, 2019-now) 
5. *Başkent University Faculty of Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology Department Adana Dr. Turgut NOYAN Application and Research Center (Specialist Doctor, 2020-2021)

Dr. Yahya Özel is a highly experienced general surgeon with expertise in bariatric surgery, hepatobiliary diseases, abdominal hernias, endocrine surgery, and oncological surgery. He completed his medical education at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 1990 and pursued his specialization in General Surgery at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital between 2001 and 2006. His commitment to advanced surgical techniques led him to further training at Tokyo University Hospital, Japan, in the Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery and Artificial Organ Division under renowned experts M. Makuuchi and N. Kokudo.

Throughout his career, Dr. Özel has worked at prestigious institutions, including Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, and Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital. His extensive experience includes roles in ERCP and surgical endoscopy, as well as advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery. In addition to his clinical practice, he has served as an academic faculty member at Doğuş University, contributing to the education and training of future medical professionals.

Dr. Özel holds several certifications in surgical endoscopy, including the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate. His dedication to minimally invasive surgical techniques, obesity treatment, and hepatobiliary surgery has made him a sought-after specialist in his field. With a career spanning over three decades, he continues to provide high-quality, patient-centered surgical care, ensuring the best outcomes through his expertise and innovative approach.

Dr. Haluk Talu is an experienced Eye Diseases Specialist with 19 years in the field. He has performed over 20,000 surgeries. He provides general eye exams and treats cataracts with IOL replacement. He also performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and presbyopia treatments.

Dr. Talu has written more than 50 scientific articles. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He is dedicated to advancing eye care and maintaining high professional standards.

Dr. Marc Ulrich Becher is an interventional cardiologist and heart failure specialist at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen. He is known for performing advanced procedures such as coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping, carotid angioplasty, and stenting.

Dr. Becher’s clinic carries out about 3,000 to 4,000 diagnostic and therapeutic procedures each year. These include complex coronary interventions, catheter-based valve replacements, and structural heart procedures. He is experienced in using advanced imaging techniques like IVUS and OCT for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

Dr. Becher is dedicated to providing thorough and compassionate care. He uses modern therapies for both acute and chronic cardiovascular diseases, focusing on patient safety and positive outcomes.

Kotchakorn stitstein,M.D

Specialist in Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Graduated (M.D. From)

Doctor of Medicine, Phramongkutklao College of Medicine

Certificates

Certificate of Otolaryngology, Phramongkutklao Hospital

Subspecialty in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Chulalongkorn University

Work History (Experiences)

Otolaryngologist at Phramongkutklao Hospital

Current Positions

Otolaryngologist & Facial plastic & Reconstructive surgery at Intrarat Hospital

Chief physician of the Orthopedics and Traumatology Centre, Orthopedist-Traumatologist, surgeon

Education/Academic Experience

Apr 1995 – Oct 2001                Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

Mar 2007                                   IELTS Certificate (Overall Band Score 7.5)

Feb 2011                                    CCST in Urology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

June 2012                                  Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU)

Sept 2014                                  Fellow in Andrology/Reconstructive Surgery (Mr Giulio Garaffa,         UCLH / Mid-Essex)

Apr 2016                                   Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS Eng)

Oct 2018                                   Honorary Senior Lecturer St Andrews University

Sep 2019                                   Urology ChM Tutor in Andrology and Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIMS) University of Edinburgh

Aug 2020                                  European Union Expert Panel Member of in vitro Medical Devices (EU EXPAMED)

Current and Previous appointments

Current appointment

May 2022- Present         Consultant Urologist German Oncology Centre, Limassol, Cyprus

Previous appointments

Nov16- May 2021       Consultant Urological Surgeon Victoria/ Queen Margaret Hospital Fife, Scotland.

Nov 2012 - Oct 2016      Consultant Urologist Broomfield Hospital, Mid-Essex Hospitals Trust 

Jan 2011 - Oct 2012      Urology Clinical Research Fellow, Spelialist Registrar Level), Bristol Royal Infirmary, United Bristol Hospitals Trust

Dec 2009 -Dec 2010      Urology Resident G. Gennimatas Hospital, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

Duties

• Performing routine and major Penile / Urethral Reconstruction as well as Core Urology procedures twice weekly at Victoria and Queen Margaret Hospitals (Green light prostatectomy, Urolift Service lead, Prostate template biopsies, General urology)

Consultant Urologist providing and supervising the services of andrology and urethral reconstruction surgery. Also covering a general urology one stop outpatient clinics three times per week (Victoria and Queen Margaret Hospitals).

Participation in once weekly local cancer and once monthly specialist male uro-genital reconstruction MDT meetings (Honorary contract at the Western General Hospital, Edinburgh) as well as grand ward rounds.

Undergraduate student trainer and member of examiners panel at St Andrews University, Scotland.

Participation in 1:9 on call Urology Consultant rota.

Research

• Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy (NHS Fife) lead investigator. A prospective, multicentre study with subgroup randomisation into MRI-U/S image fusion guided prostate biopsies and routine transrectal U/S guided biopsies.  (MULTIPROS Study)
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• Broomfield Hospital (MEHT) sub-investigator. A pragmatic multicentre randomised superiority trial of open urethroplasty versus endoscopic urethrotomy. (OPEN Study)
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• Broomfield Hospital (MEHT) sub-investigator. A Multicentre randomised controlled trial of extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy, as first treatment option, compared with direct progression to ureteroscopic treatment, for ureteric stones. (TISU
• Study)
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• Bristol Royal Infirmary sub-investigator. A Multicentre Randomised Controlled Trial of the Use of Drug Therapy in the Management of Symptomatic Ureteric Stones in Hospitalised Patients. (SUSPEND Study)
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• Bristol Royal Infirmary sub-investigator. A Multicentre Prospective Single Arm Intervention Trial Evaluating Focal Therapy using High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (Sonablate 500) for Localised Prostate Cancer. (HIFU INDEX Study)
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• Bristol Royal Infirmary sub-investigator, A Randomised Controlled Trial to Determine the Effect of Decapeptyl on Reduction of Prostate Volume Pre-Radiotherapy Compared with Standard Therapy (Zoladex). (EDVART Study)

Teaching Experience

Fife Simulation BPH Course Fascilitator (Scottish Urology Training Programme, Queen Margaret Hospital, Dumfermline Fife)

Urology Simulation boot camp Faculty member (St James's University Hospital, Leeds)

General Practitioner Urology Training Programme Fascilitator (ScotGem)

Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) assessor (St Andrews University Medical School)

Teaching (case-based discussions) and trainee supervision in theatres (East Anglia / East of   Scotland Deaneries trainees)

FY1 Doctors Urology teaching Bristol Royal Infirmary (University Bristol Hospitals Trust)

Undergraduate teaching of medical students in General Hospital of the city of Drama, Greece

Anatomy, Physiology and First Aid to Undergraduate nursing students

Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology

📚 Education

Graduate of the Collegium Medicum at Jagiellonian University in Kraków

🏥 Professional Experience

Currently working at the Clinic of Gynecology and Oncology at the University Hospital in Kraków

Areas of expertise include:

Diagnosis and treatment of breast disorders

Gynecologic oncology

Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery

🧪 Certificates & Skills

Ultrasound Certification from the Polish Society of Gynecology – awarded in 2013

Proficient in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques in gynecology

🌍 Scientific & Professional Development

Active participant in numerous national and international medical congresses and scientific conferences

Committed to ongoing professional development and the implementation of modern therapeutic methods

Education

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, May 2007
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, July 2001

Experience

2007-2008 Şırnak Military Hospital
2008-2009 Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital
2010-2011 Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Organ Transplantation
2011-2012 Başkent University Organ Transplantation
2013-2017 Erciyes Universityniversity Organ Transplant
2017-2019 Bilim University FNH Organ Transplant
2019-2020 Yeditepe University Organ Transplant
2020-2023 Biruni University Medicana Hospital Organ Transplant

Scientific Memberships

Istanbul Medical Chamber
Turkish Surgical Association
Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association
ILTS

Medical Intrests

• Liver diseases
• Bile ducts gallbladder diseases
• Hepatobiliary surgery
• Liver transplant
• Kidney transplant
• Pancreas transplant
• Pancreatic diseases
• Laparoscopic surgery
• Oncological surgery
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Education

Medicine Pr. - Specialization Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine 1991 - 1998
Department of General Surgery - Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine 2001 - 2007

Experience

Specialist Doctor Erciş State Hospital Van 2007 - 2009
Specialist Doctor Gölhisar State Hospital 2009 - 2009
Clinical Fellow Şişli Florence Nıghtıngale Hospital 2011 - 2012
Assistant Professor Pamukkale University / Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences / Department of General Surgery) 2009 - 2013
Assistant Professor Akdeniz University/Faculty of Medicine/Department of Surgical Medical Sciences/Division of General Surgery)- Prof. Dr. Tuncer Karpuzoğlu Organ Transplant Center 2013

Scientific Memberships

Turkey Organ Transplant Organizations Coordination Association, Member, 2011
National Surgical Association, Member, 2005
 

General Surgery Department 

Liver Transplantation 

Kidney Transplantation

Educational Information 

Master's Degree School of Medicine Çukurova University, School of Medicine 1996

 Ph.D./S. Qualification General Surgery Ankara Numune Training And Research Hospital 2001

Academic/Professional Experience 

Term General Practitioner Rize Fındıklı Central Health Center Spec. 1996-1997

 Ankara Numune Training And Research Hospital Ankara General Surgery Assist. Prof. 1997-2001 

Ankara Numune Training And Research Hospital Ankara General Surgery Spec. Prof. 2001-2002 

Ankara Numune Training And Research Hospital Ankara General Surgery Chief Assistant 2002-2007 

İnönü University Faculty of Medicine Malatya General Surgery Assoc. Prof. 2007-2010 

İnönü University Faculty of Medicine Malatya Surgical Oncology Minor Specialist 2012 

İnönü University Faculty of Medicine Malatya General Surgery Assoc. Prof. 2010-2015 

İnönü University Faculty of Medicine Malatya General Surgery Professor 2015-2017

Osmangazi University, School of Medicine Eskişehir Head of General Surgery-Surgical Oncology Department Professor 2017-Present

Education Abroad: 

1- As a National Cancer Institute Short-Term Scientist for 10 months, sentinel node applications and ductoscopy training in breast cancer, with the National Cancer Institute's Research Scholarship at Surgical Oncology Clinic, Magee-Womens Hospital of University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in the United States, 2008 (10 months) 

2- Transplantation and Oncology Surgery Training at the University of Giessen-Marburg, Germany, 2010 (1 month)

Master's Theses Managed (Activity List H) 

1- Keskin,K., “Evaluation of Operative Hyperthyroidism Patients with SF-36 Quality of Life Scale”, Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 2003. 

2- Aydın,S., “Effects of TNFα Receptor Blocker (Infliximab) on Bacterial Translocation and Pancreatitis in Experimental Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis”, Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, 2005. 

3- Arslan MŞ, Analysis of the Perspective of Organ Transplantation in a Geographical Region where Liver Transplantation is Extensively Performed (The Case of Malatya Province). 2018 

SCIENTIFIC STUDIES AND PUBLICATIONS 

Specialization thesis in medicine: 

The Relationship Between Breast Cancer and Thyroid Pathologies, 2001.

AWARDS 

Before Associate Professorship 

2003 Turkish Society of Surgery-Sanofi Pharma Thrombosis Research Foundation 7. Research Project Competition incentive award. “The importance of insulin resistance and VEGF-C in breast cancer lymph node metastasis: Prospective Clinical Study”. 

2005 Oral Presentation “Third Prize”. National Geriatrics Congress, Antalya. "Factors affecting mortality and morbidity in elderly patients with Fournier's Gangrene". 

2007 Oral Presentation “Second Prize”. National Breast Congress, Ankara. “Vascular endothelial growth factors; Is postmastectomy a risk factor for lymphedema?”. 

2008 AACR (American Association for Cancer Research) Scholar-in-Training Award. San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, USA. “The Predictive Probability of Four Different Breast Cancer Nomograms for Non Sentinel Axillary Lymph Node Metastasis in Positive Sentinel Node Biopsy”. 

2009 Pilot Grant Award. 6th International Symposium on the Intraductal Approach to Breast Cancer, Santa Monica, California, USA. “Autoflourescence Ductoscopy for the Early Detection of Breast Cancer”. 

During Professorship and Associate Professorship: 

2013 1000. Liver Transplant Outstanding Achievement Certificate. April 2013 

2013 Best poster presentation award “Massive Hemorrhage from Retropancreatic Portal Vein as a Complication of Thromboendovenectomy and Control with Balloon Catheter Tamponade during Liver Transplantation. 13. International Euroasian Congress of Surgery and Gastroenterology” Bucharest, Romania.  

MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS 

Turkish Surgical Association 

Ankara Surgery Association 

Ankara Breast Diseases Association 

Federation of Breast Associations 

Association of Gastroenterology Surgery 

Edoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery 

Association American Society of Breast Cancer 

International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists and Oncologists

 Surgical Oncology Association (Member of the Board of Directors)