Hearing Loss Doctors Worldwide

Dr. O'Connor pioneered the first soft palate implant in Spain and authored the first European report on injection snoreplasty for sleep disorders.

• President of the Spanish Commission for Respiratory Disorders
• Co-Director of Otorhinolaryngology at Quirónsalud Marbella since 2006
• Member of the American Otorhinolaryngology Academy
• Lecturer at the University of Seville's Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Jwong Myeonghyeon is an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist). He holds an MD and PhD and serves as Honorary Medical Director. His clinical focus includes otitis media, tinnitus, dizziness and vertigo, cochlear implants, hearing loss, hearing aids, and pediatric otolaryngology.

He earned his MD and PhD in medicine from Yonsei University. He completed fellowship training at the Otology Research Laboratory at The Ohio State University in the United States.

His leadership roles include Director of the Yonsei University Eye and ENT Hospital. He is Professor Emeritus at Yonsei University College of Medicine. He also served as President of the Korean Otological Society, the Korean Society of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, and the Korean Society of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. He served as President of the Korea Health Personnel Licensing Examination Institute (REHPEI).

Dr. Kim Geonho is an ENT specialist and Head of Otolaryngology at Naeun Hospital. He treats tonsil and adenoid disease, sinusitis, and rhinitis. He also manages snoring and sleep apnea, voice changes from vocal cord disorders, salivary gland disease, and thyroid disorders.

He graduated from Hanyang University College of Medicine. He completed his internship, residency, and clinical fellowship in Otolaryngology at Hanyang University Hospital. He is the former Vice Director of Baro Clinic (ENT). He completed training through the Sleep Polysomnography Quality Control Committee. He is a regular member of the Korean Society of Otorhinolaryngology, the Korean Rhinologic Society, the Korean Otological Society, the Korean Society of Head and Neck Surgery, the Korean Society of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, and the Korean Society of Sleep and Breathing.

Dr. Vuralkan's research on vitamin protection against cisplatin-induced hearing loss won awards – his expertise in ototoxicity is rare among ENT specialists.

• 24 years of ENT experience across leading Turkish hospitals
• Published 10+ studies on hearing-related conditions in international journals
• Board-certified in head, neck and thyroid surgery
• Active member of Turkish otolaryngology and rhinology associations

Dr. Emre Turkmen specializes in hearing loss treatments with extensive training in ENT and facial plastic surgery.

• Completed ENT specialization at Yeditepe University
• Member of Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association
• Attended advanced sinus surgery training in Germany
• Regular participant in international rhinoplasty congresses

Dr. Casado Morente is a leading voice in otorhinolaryngology, serving as Co-Director of the Otorhinolaryngology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital since 2013.

• Permanent member of the Spanish Otorhinolaryngology Society
• President of the Commission of Laryngology, Voice and Deglutition
• Professor at the Catholic University of Murcia
• Author of multiple books on voice disorders and treatments

Specializing in both adult and pediatric hearing loss – Dr. Tepe performs endoscopic and microscopic middle ear surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Performs plasma-evaporation tonsil and adenoid operations – a modern alternative to conventional methods
• Treats a wide range of ENT conditions including sleep apnea and snoring
• Offers both surgical and non-surgical options like Botox and fillings

Dr. Kutlar specializes in hearing loss and ear diseases surgery, offering expert care at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Performs endoscopic and microsurgery techniques for ear conditions
• Specializes in surgical treatment of head and neck cancers
• Expert in managing dizziness (vertigo) related to hearing issues
• Skilled in salivary gland diseases and surgery

Dr. Eyibilen specializes in hearing loss and ear diseases surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, with a focus on microsurgical techniques.

• Expert in endoscopic and microsurgical treatments for ear conditions
• Specializes in head and neck surgery with a focus on hearing restoration
• Performs advanced procedures for dizziness and vertigo related to hearing issues

Dr. Piotr Nogal is an ENT specialist. He graduated from the Poznań University of Medical Sciences. He works at the Clinical Department of Otolaryngology and Laryngological Oncology at Heliodor Święcicki University Hospital. He provides non-surgical and surgical care for the nose and sinuses, ears, oral cavity, pharynx, and larynx.

Key training includes: 23rd Cologne Course on Laryngeal Surgery (Dec 5–7, 2024). Ultrasound in Otolaryngology, Roztocze School (Jun 21–23, 2024). International ENT School by WARSAW LAB—Functional and Aesthetic External Nose Surgery (Aug 30, 2023). Endoscopic Sinus Surgery—Basic Cadaver (Jun 21, 2022). Neck Dissection/Neck Node Surgery (Sep 9–10, 2022). The last two were held at the Center for Medical Education in Warsaw. He is a member of the Polish Society of Otorhinolaryngologists, Head and Neck Surgeons.

Dr. Tatiana Fijalkowska-Ratajczak is a board-certified otolaryngologist and head and neck surgeon. She graduated from the Medical University of Lublin. She completed her specialist certification in 2012 after passing the exam at the International Center of Hearing and Speech at the Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing in Kajetany.

She gained clinical experience at the Otolaryngology Department of F. Raszei Municipal Hospital in Poznań. She also worked at S. Niewirowicz Specialist Hospital in Staszów.

She completed surgical training and advanced courses at university hospitals in Warsaw, Barcelona, Graz, and Geneva. She has been a member of the Polish Society of Otorhinolaryngologists, Head and Neck Surgeons since 2004. She has also been a member of the International Sialoendoscopy Society since 2018.

Dr. Maciej Tokarski is an otolaryngologist (ENT). He diagnoses and treats diseases of the ears, nose, mouth, throat, and voice box.

He works daily in the Department of Otolaryngology and Laryngological Oncology at Poznań University of Medical Sciences. His clinical interests include paranasal sinus and salivary gland diseases.

He is a member of the Polish Society of Otorhinolaryngologists, Head and Neck Surgeons.

Dr. Elgormus specializes in hearing loss treatment at Atlas University Hospital, with extensive training in conductive hearing loss and middle ear implants.

• Graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in Ear-Nose-Throat Diseases
• Participated in multiple educational courses on hearing loss and otolaryngology
• Presented research on rare ENT cases at national conferences
• Member of Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation

Professor Gstoettner pioneered the first active middle ear implant in Austria and leads the University Hospital for ENT Diseases at the Medical University of Vienna.

• Over 39 years of experience in ENT surgery
• First in Austria to perform auditory brain stem implants
• President of the Austrian Society of Otorhinolaryngology
• Ranked among top ENT researchers in German-speaking countries

Op. Dr. Yücel Talip Başaran is an ENT (Otolaryngology) specialist at Optimed International Çorlu Hospital. He has over 25 years of surgical experience and rejoined the Optimed Healthcare Group in 2021.

Education: He graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine in 1989. He completed his ENT residency at Yıldırım Beyazıt University Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital in 1999.

Core expertise: Head and neck surgery, rhinology (nose and sinuses), and otology (ear). His career includes SSK Eskişehir Regional Hospital (2000–2007) and roles at Optimed Çerkezköy, İrmet, Reyap, and Vatan Hospitals. He provides comprehensive ENT care in Turkish and English.

Trained at world-leading hearing centers in Denmark, Germany, and the USA – Dr. Karatas specializes in advanced hearing solutions at Atlas University Hospital.

• Expert in cochlear implants and inner ear treatments
• Fellowship at Oticon Medical Scientific Center in Copenhagen
• Member of multiple international otology associations
• Extensive training at Hannover Medical School and other top institutions

5,000+ ENT procedures performed – Dr. Wreesmann specializes in advanced ear, nose, and throat treatments at ANDSURGEONS.

• 15 years of experience in ENT and head-neck surgery
• Fellowship-trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
• Member of the American Head and Neck Society
• Published extensive research on head and neck cancer

Specialist in ENT with a PhD from Bezmialem Vakıf University – Dr. Kulaksiz focuses on hearing loss and related surgeries.

• Expertise in Rhinoplasty and ENT surgeries
• Skilled in patient assessment and postoperative care
• Specialized training in surgical techniques for hearing loss