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Peter Schenker

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Membership in societies:

    Expert of scientific journals 

    Close co-operation with leading surgeons

    Membership of the German Medical Association 

    Specialities:

    Introduction of new and modern techniques in the field of oncological surgery
    General and visceral surgery

    Minimally invasive surgery

    Gastrointestinal oncology surgery

    Oncological surgery

    Haemorrhoids treatment

    Additional clinical specialisation in minimally invasive and hernia surgery

    Surgery and transplantation of the pancreas

    Work Experience:

    2005: Specialist in the field of surgery

    2008: Appointed Senior Consultant specialising in pancreatic surgery and transplantation

    2010: Coordinator of the Pancreatic Cancer Centre (Oncocert)

    2013: Specialist in visceral surgery

    2014: Managing Senior Physician, additional clinical specialisation in minimally invasive and hernia surgery

    2019: Chief Surgeon of the Colorectal Cancer Centre Bochum (the first certified colorectal cancer centre in Germany and one of the first certified leading colorectal centres in Europe)

    2021: Chief Surgeon of the Department of Surgery at the Academic Hospital Solingen

    Thanks to the professor and his team, the department has been modernised by introducing modern surgical methods of treatment and especially improved methods of post-operative recovery. The Department of Surgery at the Solingen Clinic is now further expanding its focus on minimally invasive surgery in the direction of robotics. The clinic has allocated a huge budget for the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment in order to offer patients a full range of surgical methods for the treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the oesophagus, lungs, stomach, liver, pancreas and intestines according to current guidelines and using the most modern technical equipment.

    Professor Schenker is an active researcher and lecturer. He lectures at medical universities and organises seminars and workshops for colleagues. He cooperates closely with the Cancer Centre, the Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Centre, the Intestinal Cancer Treatment Centre and the Interregional Trauma Centre.

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Gastroectomy
$27,010 - $27,010
Stomach resection
$22,312 - $22,312
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Mehmet Abdussamet Bozkurt

  • 4.4 Good 16 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir
Gastric band
$6,000 - $6,000
Gastric bypass
$12,500 - $12,500
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Dr Derya Zengin Metli

  • New
  • 10 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr. Derya Zengin Metli is a physician specialized in physical therapy and rehabilitation. She graduated from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. Her practice includes physical therapy and physiotherapy services. She also consults in English.

    Her clinical scope includes musculoskeletal rehabilitation for back, neck, and joint pain, and herniated discs. She provides neurological rehabilitation for stroke and multiple sclerosis. She also offers post-surgical rehabilitation after orthopedic and neurosurgical procedures, sports injury prevention and treatment, and chronic pain management for fibromyalgia and arthritis.

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Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu

  • New
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu is a general surgeon with extensive experience. She graduated from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital, 1st Surgical Clinic. She is fluent in English.

    Her practice includes gastrointestinal surgery (gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis, other gastrointestinal conditions). It also includes endocrine surgery (thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal) and breast surgery (benign and malignant conditions). She treats emergency and trauma cases. She performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.

    She is known for precise surgery and a patient-centered approach.

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Ms Yaren Nur Gungor

  • New
  • 7 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dyt. Yaren Nur Güngör is a dietitian. She graduated from the Faculty of Nutrition and Dietetics. She provides evidence-based, personalized nutrition counseling in English. She designs tailored programs for health promotion, disease management, and weight control.

    Her clinical focus includes diet plans for diabetes, heart disease, thyroid disorders, and other metabolic issues. She also guides weight loss and gain and improves body composition. She offers sports nutrition and nutrition care for children and teens. She provides preventive nutrition with lifestyle counseling. Her approach is patient-centered and motivating.

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Dr Mustafa Aydin

  • New
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • 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.

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Nivit Karla

  • New
  • 17 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, PrimeCare Bkk
  • 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

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Dr Erdem Gelegen

  • New
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experience in cataract, refractive, retinal, glaucoma, and corneal/anterior segment care. He performs phacoemulsification with premium intraocular lenses. He provides laser vision correction for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. He treats diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, keratoconus, and anterior segment disorders, including corneal transplants.

    He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 1999. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in 2004. He is known for precise microsurgery and the use of advanced ophthalmic technologies.

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Dr Nimet Ozcan

  • New
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr Nimet Ozcan is a dermatologist with over 10 years of experience. She graduated from the Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine in 2008. She completed her dermatology specialization at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014. She provides care in both medical and cosmetic dermatology.

    Clinical focus: acne, eczema, psoriasis, and fungal and bacterial infections. Dermato-oncology with early detection and surgical excision of suspicious lesions. Dermal fillers, chemical peels, and mesotherapy. Laser treatment for vascular lesions, pigmentation disorders, and hair removal. Pediatric dermatology. Languages: English.

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Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya

  • New
  • 40 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dermatologist Dr. Osman Serdar Akkaya graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine in 1981. He completed his dermatology specialization there in 1985. He has more than 35 years of experience and is among the most senior dermatologists in the region.

    His practice includes general dermatology, such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, vitiligo, and urticaria. He focuses on dermato-oncology and performs surgery for benign and malignant skin tumors. He also offers cosmetic dermatology, including fillers, mesotherapy, and chemical peels. He provides laser and light-based treatments for vascular lesions, pigment disorders, scars, and hair removal. He treats geriatric skin conditions and chronic skin diseases.

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Dr Cevat Azeroglu

  • New
  • 38 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr. Cevat Azeroglu is a radiologist. He graduated from the Tabriz University Faculty of Medicine in 1987. He completed his radiology specialization at Ondokuz Mayıs University in 2011. Born in 1959, he provides advanced imaging to support accurate, timely decisions for many specialties.

    His expertise includes conventional radiology with X-rays for musculoskeletal and chest disease. He performs ultrasound of the abdomen, thyroid, vessels, and soft tissues. He interprets CT and MRI for neurological, cardiovascular, and oncologic conditions. He practices interventional radiology with image-guided, minimally invasive procedures. He also focuses on oncologic imaging for staging and follow-up. He is known for diagnostic precision, use of modern imaging tools, and strong teamwork.

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Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu

  • New
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • PERSONAL INFORMATION

    Date of Birth: 18.08.1968

    Place of Birth: Konya – Cihanbeyli

    Higher Education: Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine (1991)

    Specialization: Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery

    Specialization Graduation Thesis: Comparison of L-thyroxine Bromocriptine in Relation to

    TSH Suppression After Total Thyroidectomy (19.02.1997)

    Military Service: Sivas Military Hospital (1999-2000)

    Foreign Language: English

     

    WORK EXPERIENCE

    - May 15, 1997-1999 – Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital, General Surgeon

    - July 1999 – September 2000 – Sivas Military Hospital

    - Since October 2000 – Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital, General Surgeon

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Thanakom Sukcharoen

  • 4.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 13 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Intrarat Hospital
  • Thanakom Sukcharoen, M.D.

     

    Expertise

    Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine & Men Health Specialist

     

    Graduated (M.D. From)

    2012 Doctor of Medicine, Thammasat University

    2019 Master of Science in Dermatology, Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University

     

    Certificates

    2020 American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM), USA

    2021 Certificate of Preventive Medicine Specialist, Medical Council

    2021 Diploma in Clinical Sexology & Sexual Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University

     

    Current Positions

    Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine & Men Health Specialist at Intrarat Hospital

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Oscar Pope Rodriguez

  • New
  • 31 years of experience
  • Mexico, Coahuila, OBESITY FREE-DR. GABRIEL ROSALES GENERAL AND BARIATRIC SURGERY
  • 1976-1988 PROFESSIONAL: SCHOOL FACULTY OF MEDICINE

    AUTONOMOUS UNIVERSITY OF NEW LEON

    PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE: 1592528

    1988-1989 SOCIAL SERVICE: FRANCISCO VILLA URBAN HEALTH CENTER.

    STATE OF NEW LEON

    1990-1994 POSTGRADUATE GENERAL SURGERY: HOSPITAL JOSE A. MUGUERZA SA DE CV

    RECOGNITION OF OFFICIAL VALIDITY GRANTED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF

    MONTERREY

    FROM THE STATE OF NUEVO LEON

    AVE. I. MONTES PRIETO 4500 PTE. CP 66238 SAN PEDRO GARZA NUEVO LEON

    1991-1994 LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY: HOSPITAL JOSE A. MUGUERZA SA DE CV

    HIDALGO PTE. 2525 CP 6406 MTY NUEVO LEON

    SPECIALTY ID: 3278462

    2005-2006 AESTHETIC MEDICINE AND ANTI-AGING

    IMMAE GUADLAJARA JALISCO AUTONOMOUS UNIVERSITY OF GUADALAJARA

    IV.- OTHER STUDIES

    MARCH1991 “PHYSIOLOGY OF THE HEART”

    MUGUERZA SA HOSPITAL

    MARCH 1992 “GENERALITIES OF THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM”

    MUGUERZA SA HOSPITAL

    MARCH 1992 “ADVANCED CARDIO-PULMONARY RESUSCITATION”

    MUGUERZA SA HOSPITAL

    MARCH1992 INTERNATIONAL COURSE ON GENERAL SURGERY “COMPLICATIONS

    “POST-OPERATIVES”

    CINTERMEX MONTERREY FOUNDRY PARK NUEVO LEON

    SEPTEMBER 1992 “BASICAL TECHNIQUES FOR THORACIC TRAUMA SURGERY”

    “ABDOMINAL AND VASCULAR”

    PAN AMERICAN TRAUMA SOCIETY

    MAY 1993 SPEAKER: CONGRESS 700 CASES OF CHOLECYSTECTOMY BY

    LAPAROSCOPY

    II NATIONAL CONGRESS OF LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY IXTAPA GUERRERO

    MAY 1994 CERTIFIED BY THE GENERAL SURGERY COUNCIL.

    MEDICAL SPECIALISTS HOSPITAL No. 25 IMSS MONTERREY NUEVO LEON

    OCTOBER 1997 SPEAKER “FIRST REGIONAL COURSE ON LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY”

    PIEDRAS NEGRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE COAHUILA

    JANUARY-MARCH 2006 SPEAKER “INTRAHOSPITAL AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OF

    “CRITICAL PATIENT” PIEDRAS NEGRAS SPECIALIST CLINIC COAHUILA

    AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2006 COURSE “ANTI-AGING AESTHETIC MEDICINE”

    INSTITUTE OF AESTHETIC AND ANTI-AGING MEDICINE GUADALAJARA JALISCO

    V.- WORK AREA

    1994-1995 COAHUILA STATE TEACHING HOSPITAL

    GENERAL SURGEON.

    1994-2022 CLINIC SPECIALISTS SA

    GENERAL SURGEON.

    1996-2022 ISSSTE PIEDRAS NEGRAS HOSPITAL CLINIC COAHUILA

    GENERAL SURGEON

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Gastric balloon
$5,400 - $5,400
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$5,200 - $5,900
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Bum Seung Gyun

  • New
  • 22 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Yonsei Uline Dental Clinic
  • Dr. Bum Seung Gyun
    Prosthesis Specialist – Director

    Professional Summary

    Dedicated prosthodontist with extensive clinical training and a strong academic foundation in prosthetic and restorative dentistry. Dr. Bum is a certified Conservative Specialist and holds memberships in several prestigious dental academies, reflecting his commitment to excellence and continued education in advanced dental care.

    Education & Training

    Internship & Residency in Prosthodontics
    Wonkwang University Dental College Hospital

    Licensure & Certification

    Conservative Specialist, certified by the Ministry of Health and Welfare

    Professional Affiliations

    Full Member, Korean Academy of Prosthodontics

    Full Member, Korean Academy of Advanced General Dentistry

    Full Member, Korean Academy of Stomatognathic Function and Occlusion

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Mehmet Akif Aydin

  • New
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital
  • Education
    1991 to 1997 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
    1998 to 2003 Ministry of Health Göztepe Training and Research Hospital

    Experience
    1997 to 1998 Van Edremit Health Center
    1998 to 2003 Ministry of Health Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Resident Doctor
    2004 to 2007 Sivas State Hospital, General Surgery Clinic, Specialist Doctor
    2007 to Present Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital, Associate Professor

    Professional Memberships
    -Turkish Medical Association
    -Turkish Surgical Society
    -Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
    -Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
    -Society of Endocrine Surgery

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Elif Serenay

  • 4.7 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 4 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH)
  • Specializations

    Weight Loss / Gain Programs

    Nutrition in Bariatric Surgery

    Nutrition in Diabetes

    Childhood Nutrition

    Pregnancy Nutrition

    Nutrition in Cardiovascular Diseases

    Nutrition in Digestive System Diseases

    Nutrition During Breastfeeding

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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Gastric band
$5,000 - $5,250
Gastric bypass
$6,378 - $6,378
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,900 - $5,250
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Muzaffer Al

  • 4.7 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH)
  • Education

     

    Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine (1991)

    KTÜ Faculty of Medicine Farabi Hospital (Specialization.1998)

    Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine (Laparoscopic Surgery Training, 2002)

    Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine (Laparoscopic Antireflux Surgery Training, 2006)

    Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (General Surgery Clinic Advance Laparoscopic Surgery, Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery, Morbid Obesity and Oncological Cancer Surgery Training, 2010i)

     

     

     

     

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Gastric band
$5,000 - $5,250
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$6,378 - $6,378
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
$4,900 - $5,250
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