Treatment in Istanbul (Turkey)

Medical Interests and Activities 

Arterial Revasculaisation in Coronary Bypass Surgery 

Major Artery Surgery 

Congenital Heart Surgery 

Education and Experience 

1985 – 1991 Istanbul University, Çapa Faculty of Medicine, (Doctor of Medicine) 

1990 Kinderspital Basel, Switzerland, Pediatrics. 

1992 – 1997 Istanbul University, Institute of Cardiology, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Residency) 

1997 – 2004 Istanbul University, Institute of Cardiology, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Cardiovascular Surgeon) 

2004 – 2006 Selçuk University, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Assistant Professor) 

2006 – 2007 Selcuk University, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Associate Professor) 

2007 – 2013 Florence Nightingale Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery 

2015 – Liv Hospital Ulus 

Memberships 

Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery 

Turkish Society of Cardiology 

European Society of Vascular Surgery 

National Society of Vascular Surgery

2002-2007 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Department of Brain and Nerve Surgery

1988-1995 Trakya University Faculty of Medicine

2015- Atlas University Medicine Hospital

2014-2015 Private Pendik Yüzyıl Hospital Brain and Neurosurgery Clinic

2009-2014 Medicine Hospital Brain and Neurosurgery Clinic

2009-2009 Nisa Hospital Brain and Neurosurgery Clinic

2007-2009 Mardin State Hospital Brain and Neurosurgery Clinic

2002-2007 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Brain and Neurosurgery

1997-2001 Enez Health Center and Enez State Hospital

Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Disc Surgery (endoscopic/microsurgery)

Far lateral (non-canal) lumbar disc surgery (lateral microsurgical approach)

Neurovascular surgery

Cerebrovascular diseases (vascular diseases of the brain)

Aneurysms

Arteriovenous malformations

Cavernomas

Neuro-oncological surgery

Brain tumors

Glial tumors

Meningiomas

Pituitary gland tumors

Metastatic brain tumors

Skull base tumors

Pontocerebellar angle tumors

Pineal tumors

Intraventricular tumors

Spinal disease surgery

Cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine fractures

Spine and spinal cord tumors

Scoliosis

Degenerative spine diseases

Peripheral nerve disease surgery

Peripheral nerve tumors

Entrapment neuropathies

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Ulnar groove syndrome

Tarsal tunnel syndrome

Functional neurosurgery and pain surgery

Trigeminal neuralgia

Microvascular decompression

Epilepsy surgery

Spasticity surgery

Epiduroscopic interventions

Hydrocephalus surgeries

Endoscopic 3rd ventriculostomy

VP shunt surgeries

LP shunt surgeries

Developmental anomalies

Meningomyelocele

Tethered cord syndrome

Arachnoid cyst

Craniosynostosis surgeries

Chiari malformation

Head trauma

Subdural hematomas

Intracerebral hematomas

Article published in internationally refereed journals

Cansever T, Civelek E, Sencer A, Karasu A, Kiris T, Hepgül K, Can H, Canbolat A: Spinal cavernous malformations: a report of 5 cases. Surg Neurol Jun 69 

Effects of combined and individual use of N-methyl-D aspartate receptor antagonist magnesium sulphate and caspase-9 inhibitor z-LEDH-fmk experimental spinal cord injury. A.Sencer, A.Aydoseli, Y.Aras, M.Osman Akçakaya, C.Gömleksiz, H.Can, A.Canbolat. Turkısh Joumal of Trauma&Emergency Surgery 2013

Aydoseli A, Can H, Aras Y, Sabanci PA, Akcakaya MO, Unal OF. Memantine and Q-VD-OPh Treatments in Experimental Spinal Cord Injury: Combined Inhibition of Necrosis and Apoptosis. Turk Neurosurg. 2016

Can H, Kircelli A, Kavadar G, Civelek E, Cansever T, Aydoseli A, Onal MB, Yilmaz C. Lumbosacral Conjoined Root Anomaly: Anatomical Considerations of Exiting Angles and Root Thickness. Turk Neurosurg. 2017

Kırcelli A, Özel Ö, Can H, Sarı R, Cansever T, Elmacı İ. Is the presence of linear fracture a predictor of delayed posterior fossa epidural hematoma? Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2016 Jul

Kavadar G, Demircioğlu DT, Can H, Emre TY, Civelek E, Senyigit A. The clinical factors associated with benefit finding of complementary medicine use in patients with back pain: A cross-sectional study with cluster analysis. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2017

Ozer AF, Suzer T, Can H, Falsafi M, Aydin M, Sasani M, Oktenoglu T. Anatomic Assessment of Variations in Kambin’s Triangle: A Surgical and Cadaver Study. World Neurosurg. 2017 Apr

Can H, Aydoseli A, Gömleksiz C, Göker B, Altunrende ME, Dolgun M, Sencer A. Combined and individual use of pancaspase inhibitor Q-VD-OPh and NMDA receptor antagonist riluzole in experimental spinal cord injury. Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2017

Gomleksiz C, Erbulut DU, Can H, Kodigudla MK, Kelkar AV, Kasapoglu E, Ozer AF, Goel VK. A new lumbar fixation device alternative to pedicle-based stabilization for lumbar spine: In vitro cadaver investigation. J Spinal Cord Med. 2018 Jul 16:1-8.

Aydoseli A, Özgen U, Akgül T, Orhan EK, Adıyaman AE, Can H, Karadağ C. Subacute Traumatic Ascending Myelopathy in a 28-year-old man: A rare case. World Neurosurg. 2019 Apr 28

Article published in national refereed journals

1) Intracranial Hemangioblastomas: Clinical Evaluation of 32 Patients T. Cansever, A. Karasu, K. Hepgül, H. Can, A. Sencer Turkish Neurosurgical Journal 2007, Volume:17 

2) Halil Can, Müge Dolgun, Utku Özgen, Cengiz Gömleksiz, Furkan Diren, Aydın Aydoseli, Yavuz Aras, Altay Sencer. Microsurgical Results in Vestibular Schwannoma Patients; Retrospective Clinical Study. JAREM 2019

3) Furkan Diren , Özcan Gayretli , Halil Can , İlke Ali Gürses , Orhan Barlas. Examination of Pons-Cerebellum Cisterna Anatomy with Endoscopic Retrosigmoid Suboccipital Approach: Cadaver Study. JAREM 2019

EDUCATION

Ankara City Hospital Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (Specialization Training) (2019-2020)

Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital. Plastic,

Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (Specialization Training) (2015-2019)

Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, English (2008-2014)

Ankara Science High School (2004-2008)

WORK EXPERIENCE 

Gelibolu State Hospital (2014-2015)

Ankara NumuneTraining and Research Hospital, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Clinic (2015-2019)

Ankara City Hospital, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Clinic (2019-2020)

Ankara Di§kapi Yildirim Beyazit Training and Research Hospital, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic (2020-2022)

Elixirmed Clinic (2022 - until now)

Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic

SCIENTIFICIN STITUTI ONS

Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Association

CE RTI FI CAT IONS

Fellow of European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS)

Medical Interests 

Diagnosis and Treatment of Peripheral Vascular Disease - Endovascular / Hybrid / Surgical Interventions (Percutaneous arterial and venous interventions (atherectomy, pharmacomechanical thrombectomy, selective thrombolytic procedures, stent, balloon), EVAR-TEVAR, Stem Cell 

1.Diabetic Foot 

2.Critical Leg Ischemia / Gangrene (Acute or Chronic) 

3.Deep Vein Thrombosis 

4.Carotid Artery Stenosis 

5.Aneurysm 

Varicose Veins Treatment (Radiofrequency, surgery, hybrid, sclerotherapy) 

Chronic Renal Failure Vascular Access Problems (Arteriovenous Fistula) (Endovascular – Surgical Interventions) 

Hybrid Vascular Surgery (Interventions in which Open and Angiographic Techniques are used simultaneously) 

Vascular Surgery 

Academic Development 

Adult Heart Surgery (coronary bypass, Valve Surgery) 

Education 

Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine / Undergraduate / 1994-2000 

Hacettepe University / Faculty of Medicine / M.Sc. / 2000 

Turkey Yüksek İhtisas Hospital Clinic of Cardiovascular Surgery / Ph.D.-S. Competency-Medical Specialization / 2007 

University of Health Sciences Ankara Numune Eah Cardiovascular Surgery / Associate Professor Title / 2018

Experience 

Ataturk Chest Disease. And Sky. Cer. Eah Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic / 2007-2008 

Erzurum Marshal Çakmak Hospital (Military Service) / 2008-2009 

Ataturk Chest Disease. And Sky. Cer. Eah Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic / 2009-2011 

Establishment of Ankara Training and Research Hospital Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic / 2011-2013 

Health Sciences University Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital / 2013-2019 

Yüksekova State Hospital (Temporary Assignment) / 21.9.2016-12.10.2016 

Derecik Barracks Mobile Field Hospital within the Scope of Operation Claw / 20.6.2019-20.07.2019 

Health Sciences University Ankara City Hospital / 2019-2020 

Baskent University Alanya Practice and Research Hospital / 2020-2022

Liv Hospital Ulus / 2022-

Memberships 

Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, 2006 

National Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, 2006 

Phlebology Association, 2017 

Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery Association, 2017 

Charing Cross-London, Faculty Member, 2018 

European Society for Vascular Surgery, Member, 2018

Medical Fields of Interest 

Thoracoscopic and Robotic Minimally Invasive Surgery 

Lung Cancers 

Trachea Surgery 

Lung Transplantation 

Lung Biopsy 

Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) 

Diaphragmatic Surgery 

Surgery of Pleural Diseases 

Pediatric Thoracic Surgery

Education 

1981-1987, Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 

1972-1980, Istanbul Galatasaray High School 

1966-1971, Primary Education Ankara, Samsun, Izmir 

Experience 

2023-Present, Liv Hospital Vadi Istanbul & Liv Hospital Ulus 

2015-2022, Memorial Sisli-Bahcelievler Hospital Thoracic Surgery Clinic 

2013 September, Professor; Erzincan University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Thoracic Surgery 

2013 March, Lecturer; Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital 

2013 February, Education Officer; Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital 

2012 October Japan Kyoto University Thoracic Surgery Clinic; Observer in Living Donor Lung Transplantation 

2012 August Observer in Tracheal Transplant Surgery at Karolinska Institute, Sweden 

2012- Present Lung Transplantation Scientific Committee Member Ministry of Health Ankara 

2011- 2015 Yedikule Lung Transplant Clinic Specialist in Charge 

2008-2010 University of Zurich, Switzerland Thoracic Surgery and Lung Transplantation Training 

2008 Associate Professorship in Thoracic Surgery 

2003 FETCS: European Board of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 

2003 Turkish Thoracic Surgery Qualification 

1995-2013 Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Tra.and Research Hospital; Chief Assistant 

1991-1995 Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Tra. and Research Hospital; Residency 

1987-1990 General Practitioner, Military Service

Adem Demiral, a Hair Transplant Expert, was born in Ordu in 1980. He specializes in hair transplant applications and holds expertise in health institutions management and management, as well as various aspects of hair transplantation including supportive treatment applications, dermocosmetic and care products, necrosis treatment, GETAT applications, new technologies, and tissue transplantation research. Additionally, he is skilled in emergency case management and incident scene management in extraordinary situations. Adem Demiral pursued his education in First and Emergency Aid Technician (Paramedic) at Kadir Has University in 2000, and later obtained a degree in Health Management from Istanbul University AUZEF in 2019. He also holds an International Hair Transplantation Practitioner Certification Training from Euro Passcard. 

Education and Specialization:

• Medical Degree: Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine (1996)
• Specialization in Neurosurgery: Bakırköy Mazhar Osman Training and Research Hospital for Psychiatry, Neurology, and Neurosurgery (1997-2003)

Professional Experience:

• 2003-Present: Neurosurgery Specialist with extensive experience, including roles at the Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital and currently at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, Istanbul.

Areas of Expertise:

• Spinal Surgery: Expertise in treating conditions like spinal stenosis, herniated discs, and complex spine deformities.
• Brain Tumor Surgery: Specializes in the surgical removal of brain tumors, including minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques.
• Pediatric Neurosurgery: Proficient in treating spinal and brain conditions in children, such as spina bifida and pediatric brain tumors.
• Gamma Knife Surgery: Uses advanced radiosurgical techniques for treating brain tumors and other neurological disorders.
• Scoliosis Treatment: Offers comprehensive treatment options for scoliosis, including surgical correction.
• Cerebrovascular Surgery: Skilled in surgeries for cerebrovascular diseases, including aneurysm repairs and AVM treatments.

Research and Publications: Dr. Güçlü has published numerous articles in prestigious journals, focusing on spinal surgery techniques, brain tumor management, and pediatric neurosurgery. His work has been recognized for its impact on improving surgical outcomes and patient care in neurosurgery.

Areas of Interest

1. Bone marrow transplantation
2. Leukemia
3. Lymphoma
4. Multiple myeloma
5. Thalassemia
6. Bone marrow diseases
7. Plasmapheresis

Education
2005 Graduated from Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine
2010 Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine Internal Medicine Specialist
2014 Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine Hematology Specialist

Experience
October 2010 - December 2010 Internal Medicine Specialist at Ankara Oncology Hospital
December 2010 - April 2011 Hematology Sub-branch Assistant at Ankara Oncology Hospital
September 2014 - May 2016 Hematology Specialist at Kütahya Dumlupınar University Evliya Çelebi Training and Research Hospital
May 2016 - March 2018 Ufuk University, Faculty of Medicine, Hematology Department Faculty Member
March 2018 - October 2018 Hitit University, Faculty of Medicine, Hematology Department Faculty Member
November 2018 - January 2019 Medical Park Bahçelievler Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit physician
February 2019 - June 2022 Present Bayındır Söğütözü Hospital Hematology and Stem Cell Transplantation Unit, Assistant Physician in Charge
June 2022 - July 2022 Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University, Head of Hematology Department

Qualification Certificates
Internal Medicine Board Qualification Certificate, 2009
Hematology Board Qualification Certificate, 2014
English Proficiency 2017/7 e-YDS Score: 71.25
Internal Medicine Specialization Thesis Addition of 9-Week Trastuzumab to Adjuvant Treatment in Both Positive Breast Cancer Patients Retrospective Analysis

Education Abroad
Between October and December 2007 (3 months) Intensive Care Education at University of Florida, United States
Between December 2013 and January 2014 (2 months) Flow Cytometry Education at Salamanca University, Spain

Courses, Awards, and Certificates
1 Year of Work Certificate in Bone Marrow Transplantation, 2017
Blood Banking and Transfusion Medicine Certificate 2017
“Physician of the Year” Award in Kütahya, 2014
Laboratory GMP, GLP, ISO /IEC 17025: 2012 Certificates, 2014
Good Clinical Practices Certificate, 2013
Şeref Zileli Successful Assistant of the Year Award, 2009
RIA Certificate, 2005

Research and Publications

Patent
1. Half antibody with the fc portion removed (fab) for medical use. Inventor: Mehmet Özen. No:2016/0910. Patent under review.

Scientific Studies
A. Publications in International Journals under SCI Expanded


 Turkish book section

1. Ozen M, Konuk N. Immune thrombocytopenic purpura. Turkoz Sucak G, editor. Current Topics in Immunohematology. 1st Edition. Ankara: Turkey Clinics; 2021. p.8-12.

2. Özen M, Ural AU. Hematological diseases and mesenchymal stem cell applications. Türköz Sucak G, editor. Current Topics in Immunohematology. 1st Edition. Ankara: Turkey Clinics; 2021. p.91-4.

3. Ozen M. Hematopoiesis and Hematopoietic Growth Factors. MediHealth & Hippocrates INTERNAL DISEASES with Current Guidelines 2022. p1607-10

Education: 

1991 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. 

Experience:

•  
• 2000 – 2004, S. B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital / Research Assistant
• 2005 – 2009, S. B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital / Chief Resident
• 2006, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Department of Gynecologic Oncology / Clinical Observer and Researcher
• 2007 – 2008, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center New York, USA / Clinical Observer and Researcher
• 2009 – 2010, Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital / Chief Resident
• 2010 – 2013, Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital / Education and Administrative Responsible
• 2011, Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital / Subspecialty Training in Gynecologic Oncology Surgery
• 2013 – 2014, Bahçeşehir University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 2014 – 2016, Medipol University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 2016 – 2018, Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 2018 – 2020, Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Professor

Work and Interest Areas

• Peripheral Arterial Diseases
• Neurovascular Interventions
• Oncologic Interventions
• Nonvascular Interventions

Education

• (2004 – 2011), Faculty of Medicine, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
• (2011 – 2015), Department of Radiology, Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

Experience

• (2016 – 2020), Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist, Mus State Hospital, Mus, Turkey
• (2020 – 2022), Assistant Professor of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Sakarya University Training and Research Hospital, Sakarya, Turkey
• (2023 – 2024), Associate Professor of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Sakarya University Training and Research Hospital, Sakarya, Turkey
• (2024 - Present), Associate Professor of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Medipol University Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

Memberships in Scientific Organizations

• TSIR (Turkish Society of Interventional Radiology)
• TSR (Turkish Society of Radiology)
• CIRSE (Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe)
• ESR (European Society of Radiology)
• ESNR (European Society of Neuroradiology)

Onur Uğuz, our managing director, has achieved success in his professional life with the duties of specialist medicine and managing director after completing his undergraduate and specialization programs in his education life. Onur Uğuz, who is an expert in the field of Restorative Dentistry, is one of our successful dentists who is currently working as the Managing Director and Specialist Dentists in our clinic with 18 years of experience.

Educations

2005 -Undergraduate Degree – Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry

2011 Ph.D. - Ankara University Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment

Dr. Ömer Faruk DEVECİ is a plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon who was born in Ankara in 1988. He completed his medical education in 2012 and became a specialist in 2018. He has since worked in various hospitals and has been in private practice since September 2020.

Dr. Hamid Aydin is an expert in hair restoration, medical and surgical treatment of hair loss in men and women. He is the founder, medical director and chief hair transplant doctor at Estetistanbul Medical Center, president of the Turkish Hair Health and Hair Transplantation Association (SAÇDER), and a lecturer at Yeditepe University. He has a degree in general medicine from Dicle University and has completed numerous training programs including emergency medicine, medical aesthetics, acupuncture, mesotherapy, laser hair removal, and others, and is a member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery.

The patient is a member of the Turkish Prosthodontics and Implantology Association (TPID), the International Team for Implantology (ITI), and the Turkish Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry (EDAD).

Education and Specialization:

• Medical Degree: Graduated from a reputable medical school.
• Specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology: Completed his residency with a focus on advanced orthopedic procedures and trauma care.

Professional Experience:

• Current Position: Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, Istanbul.
• Extensive Experience: Dr. Tuna has significant experience in treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions and performing complex surgical procedures.

Areas of Expertise:

• Arthroscopic Surgery
• Joint Dislocations and Instability
• Ligament Injuries (ACL tears, etc.)
• Ankle and Shoulder Injuries
• Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain
• Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques
• Trauma and Fracture Management

Research and Publications: Dr. Tuna has contributed to numerous publications in the field of orthopedics, particularly focusing on innovative surgical techniques and patient outcomes.

Professional Memberships:

• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association
• Active participant in various orthopedic conferences and workshops to stay updated with the latest advancements in the field.

Patient Testimonials: Patients frequently commend Dr. Tuna for his expertise, compassionate care, and clear communication. Many patients have reported successful recoveries and high satisfaction with his treatment plans and surgical outcomes​

MEDICAL INTEREST 

Face lift 

Body shaping 

Brazilian butt aesthetics 

Breast aesthetics 

Breast reconstruction 

Reconstructive and microsurgical operations

Education 

Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - 2015 

Necmettin Erbakan University Meram Faculty of Medicine - 2021 

Experience 

Health Sciences University, Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery 2021- 2023 

Haliç University Medical Faculty, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery2022 

Necmettin Erbakan University, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery 2016-2021 

Kars Digor State Hospital 2015-2016

Liv Hospital Ulus