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Dr. Thamonwan Trongpanyachot (Dr. Bee) is a physician at Plenary Wellness in Phuket. She specializes in aesthetic, anti-aging, and regenerative medicine. Dr. Bee earned her Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the Medical University of Lublin in Poland.

She is skilled in advanced aesthetic treatments such as Botox, dermal fillers, Sculptra, and biostimulator injectables. Her approach focuses on achieving natural and lasting results. In regenerative medicine, Dr. Bee provides PRP hair therapy, PRP hair mesotherapy, and stem cell therapy for anti-aging and skin rejuvenation.

Dr. Bee works with Prince of Songkla University (Phuket Campus) to support research and innovation in wellness care. She speaks Thai, English, and Chinese.

Areas of Interests

• 0-18 Years Old Healthy Child Monitoring and Tracking
• Breast Milk, Breastfeeding and Nutrition Consultancy
• Newborn Care and Follow-up
• Vaccines and Preventive Medicine
• Nutrition in Infancy and Childhood
• Childhood Diseases

Education:

• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 2009-2015
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Department of Child Health and Diseases 2016-2019
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Department of Child Health and Diseases 2020

Experience:

• Liv Hospital Ulus
• Private Levent Hospital 2022-2023
• Van Özalp State Hospital 2021-2022
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital Child Health and Diseases Clinic 2020
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Child Health and Diseases Clinic 2016-2019
• Denizli State Hospital Pediatric Emergency Service 2015-2016
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• Psoriatic Arthritis in the Differential Diagnosis of Zinc Deficiency - Scientific Poster Presentation (38th Pediatrics Days - 2016)
• Myoclonic Epilepsy in a Patient with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - Scientific Poster Presentation (39th Pediatrics Days - 2017)
• Evaluation of Children Diagnosed with Acute Pancreatitis - Specialization Thesis (November 2020)

Areas of Interests

• Surgical treatment of thyroid, parathyroid gland diseases and cancers
• Surgical treatment of adrenal gland (adrenal gland) diseases and cancers
• Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery

Education:

• Galatasaray High School (1989-1997)
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education (1997-2003)
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Specialization in General Surgery (2003-2009)
• Cleveland Clinic, Endocrine and Metabolism Institute, Center for Endocrine Surgery, USA, Research Fellowship (2014)
• Karolinska University Hospital, Department of Surgery, Division of Endocrine Surgery and Sarcoma Unit, Sweden, Endocrine Surgery Clinical Fellowship (2015)
• Ottawa University, Faculty of Medicine, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, Apoptosis Research Center (ARC), Canada, Translational Medicine Clinical Research Fellowship (2016-2017)

Experience:

• LIV Hospital Ulus & LIV Hospital Vadistanbul
• Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital (2012-2021)
• Ottawa University, Faculty of Medicine, Canada (2016)
• Karonlinska University Hospital, Sweden (2015)
• Cleveland Clinic, OH, USA. (2014)
• Iğdır State Hospital (2009-2012)

Memberships

• Endocrine Surgery Association, Member of the Board and Secretary General of the Association
• Dialogue Society in Endocrinology, Member
• Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Member
• Turkish Surgery Association, Member
• European Society of Endocrine Surgery(ESES), Member
• European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), Member
• Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), Member
• Clinical Robotic Surgery Association (CRSA), Member
• American Association of Endocrine Surgeons (AAES), Member
• American College of Surgeons (ACS), Member

Dr. Mustafa Emiroglu is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. He has significant experience from his work at Sağlık Bilimleri University Tepecik SUAM (2016–2023) and Kırşehir Hospital (1997–1999).

He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his specialization at Tepecik Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Emiroglu is a member of the Turkish Society of Surgery, the Endocrine Surgery Association, and the Colorectal Surgery Association.

He has attended advanced courses, including the Europe Senology Academia. He has also received training in proctologic, hemorrhoidal, and oncoplastic breast surgery, as well as thyroid diseases.

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. 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.

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.

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.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Ömer Bilgehan Poyrazoğlu is a general and bariatric surgeon with over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He graduated from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his general surgery specialization at the same institution.

His practice focuses on bariatric and metabolic surgery. He also performs advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures, gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgery, and endoscopy. He received advanced training in obesity and robotic surgery in France, Ankara, and Istanbul. He has performed many procedures for local and international patients.

Dr. Poyrazoğlu is a member of the Turkish Surgical Society, Turkish Liver Transplant Association, Turkish Medical Association, and IFSO. He has published in international peer‑reviewed journals and presented at leading surgical meetings. He provides safe, modern, evidence‑based care.

Dr. Tamer Abdelbaki, MD, MS, MRCS, PhD, is a globally recognised Consultant in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery and a Professor of Surgery at Alexandria University. He invented the Bikini Sleeve technique. This high-precision gastric sleeve approach leaves minimal visible scarring. He has treated thousands of international patients seeking safe, effective, and aesthetically superior weight-loss surgery in Egypt.

Accreditations: Member of the Royal College of Surgeons (UK). ECFMG certified (USA). Training: Fellowships at Case Western Reserve University and the University of Pittsburgh (USA). Professional affiliation: Member of IFSO.

Dr. Keerapat Phiromkraiphakdi is an expert plastic surgeon and consultant at the Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He specializes in plastic surgery. His core expertise is cosmetic surgery.

He earned degrees in general surgery and plastic surgery from Vajira Hospital and Ramathibodi Hospital. He also completed advanced plastic surgery training in the United States at UTHSC, PACES Plastic Surgery, and UMC.

He is a medical professor at Srinakharinwirot University and the Panyananda Bhikkhu Medical Center, Irrigation Department. He is a member of the Thai Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Dr. Pimchaya Panichkul is a licensed physician since 2002. Her training includes dermatology, surgery, anti-aging medicine, and facial plastic procedures.

Credentials: Doctor of Medicine (Rangsit University). Diploma in Dermatology and Surgery (USA). Certificate in Anti-aging Medicine. Certificate in Facial Plastic Surgery (Korea). Professional membership: Panasia Cosmetic.

Dr. Manuel Rodrigo Prieto Aldape is a bariatric and metabolic surgeon in Guadalajara, Mexico. He has over 21 years of practice and has performed more than 3,500 procedures. He is board-certified in general surgery and bariatric surgery by the Mexican Board of General Surgery and CMCOEM. He holds a master’s in medical sciences. He completed his general surgery training at the Civil Hospital of Guadalajara. He later served as Chief of the Bariatric Surgery Unit at the same hospital.

He has taught dozens of residents and speaks at national and international congresses. His leadership roles include President of the College of General Surgeons of Jalisco. He is the Scientific Section Coordinator for Bariatric Surgery at the Mexican Association of General Surgery. He is also Head of the Education Committee of the Mexican College of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery (2023–2025). His research includes 8 peer-reviewed papers and 2 book chapters on obesity, hernia repair, and metabolic outcomes.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saydam Mehmet is a general surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2025–present). His work covers oncologic, endocrine, and metabolic surgery. He performs laparoscopic surgery, including hernia repair and anti-reflux procedures. He also treats morbid obesity and type 2 diabetes. Sleeve gastrectomy is among his key procedures.

Education: He graduated from the Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Faculty of Medicine (1995–2001). He completed his general surgery residency there (2004–2009). He was a research fellow at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, Ryder Trauma Center (2015–2016).

Experience: He worked as a general surgery specialist at GATA Haydarpaşa, Girne Military, and Mevki Military. He later served as Associate Professor of General Surgery at Dışkapı, Sancaktepe, and Medical Park Gebze. Earlier, he practiced as a general practitioner in military medical services.

Dr. João Lima Gabriel is a Family Medicine physician with over 15 years of experience in public and private care. Since 2019, he has been Medical Director at Corporación Dermoestética. He leads clinical teams and oversees weight loss programs, aesthetic medicine, dermatologic care, and facial and body treatments.

He has practiced at Hospital da Luz, CUF, and USF Oriente. He has also mentored National Health System trainees as a clinical tutor. He completed specialization in aesthetic medicine at the University of Córdoba. He is multilingual.

Clinical focus: obesity management, hyperhidrosis, facial rejuvenation, injectables, laser therapies, chemical peels, IPL, mesotherapy, and hair restoration. He provides care with a holistic, individualized approach and clear communication.