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Dt. Arzu Tekkeli has worked at the Department of Dentistry, Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Kocaeli, since 2018. She previously worked at Avicenna Hope Hospital. She graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 1999. She began her studies in 1994.

Clinical focus: aesthetic dentistry, digital dentistry with CAD/CAM, and smile design.

Memberships: Turkish Dental Association, Istanbul Chamber of Dentists, Oral Implantology Association, Women’s Physicians Support Foundation, Contemporary Life Support Foundation. Programs attended: Implant-Der Academy and EDAD (Aesthetic Dentistry Academy Association).

Dr. Nihal Işık is a neurologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She has worked there since December 2020. Her focus areas include multiple sclerosis, headaches, botulinum toxin therapy, neuromuscular diseases, epilepsy, and dementia. She completed her medical and neurology training at Hacettepe University.

She won third prize in the MS category at the 38th National Neurology Congress in 2002. She has supervised 23 theses. Her publications include 25 international and 36 national peer-reviewed articles. She has presented 48 international and 137 national conference papers. She has chaired 8 sessions and given 14 invited talks or panels. She is the author of “Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines for MS.” She is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Neurological Society, and the MS Study Group. She has served as the ECTRIMS Turkey representative since 2012.

The doctor is a seasoned medical oncologist with extensive experience in several prestigious hospitals in Turkey, including Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital since 2019. With a medical degree from Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, the doctor completed an internal medicine residency at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital and a medical oncology residency at Istanbul Bilim University. Achieving Associate Professorship in 2016, the doctor has authored over 20 papers and 10 book chapters in the field of medical oncology.

Recognized with the Oncology Research Award by the Turkish Medical Oncology Association in 2012, the doctor is an active member of multiple professional societies, including the European Society for Medical Oncology.

Dr. Nermina Alagic is an attending cardiologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul, a Johns Hopkins Medicine affiliate. She graduated from Istanbul University–Cerrahpaşa. She completed her cardiology residency at Istanbul Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital (2014–2018). She focuses on cardiac imaging. She has expertise in 2D/3D transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography (TTE/TEE). She advanced this training through research at the UAB Echo Lab (2015) and hands-on 2D/3D TEE work in the TEE Lab (2018–2019).

Her research covers photomedicine and cardiology. Her papers appear in Journal of Biomedical Optics, PNAS, Photochemistry and Photobiology, Echocardiography, Minerva Cardioangiologica, and Archives of Medical Science (2013–2020). She completed a clinical and interventional cardiology observership at Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney (2019). She also worked at the Harvard Medical School Wellman Center for Photomedicine (2012–2013). She is a full member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology, and an EACVI silver member. Award: ASP Fredrick Urbach Memorial Student Travel Award (2013).

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical School and completed specialty training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Istanbul University in 1994. Achieving associate professor status in 1998 and full professorship in 2005, the doctor served at the university until 2013.

In 2005, the doctor founded the Physical Treatment and Rehabilitation Department at Anadolu Medical Center, where they continue to practice. Specialties include rehabilitation applications, electroneurophysiology, botulinum toxin injection, neural therapy, ozone therapy, and PRP therapy.

The doctor is a member of several professional organizations, including the European Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Society of Turkey.

Dr. Görkem Özgen is a general surgeon with many years of clinical experience. He has a strong academic background. He graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English Program). He completed his specialization in General Surgery at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

He has worked in public and private healthcare institutions. He brings this experience to his private practice. His clinical focus includes obesity treatment, breast diseases, abdominal wall hernias, and anorectal disorders. He uses current, safe, and science-based surgical methods within a multidisciplinary care model.

The doctor has extensive experience as a general pediatrician, having worked at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital from 1998 to 2005. Since June 2005, the doctor has been affiliated with Anadolu Medical Center, serving as the pediatrician in charge of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit until December 2010. The doctor actively participated in the Baby-Friendly Hospital certification efforts and continues to conduct nurse training. Additionally, the doctor is a member of the Patient Safety Committee and has been managing patient follow-up at Anadolu Medical Center's pediatric outpatient clinics for a decade.

Dr. Veysel Ozcan is an expert in aesthetic and holistic medicine. He has over 12 years of experience working in top clinics in Nişantaşı and Bakırköy. He is known for his careful work and high patient satisfaction. Dr. Ozcan delivers natural and effective results.

He holds certifications from the Turkish Ministry of Health in Mesotherapy, Phytotherapy, Cupping Therapy, and Ozone Therapy. He combines modern aesthetic treatments with complementary wellness therapies. Dr. Ozcan also served as Chief Physician for two years. In this role, he led clinical teams and managed hospital departments.

He has chaired important hospital committees, including Infection, Quality, Inspection, Facility Security, and Patient Safety. He is dedicated to high medical standards and patient safety. Dr. Ozcan speaks fluent English and intermediate Kurdish. He is recognized for his innovative and patient-centered approach.

The doctor is a seasoned oncologist and general surgeon with over 25 years of experience, specializing in cancer treatment and organ transplants. Recognized for significant contributions in the field, the doctor has received numerous awards, including the AACR Scholar-in-Training Award and the Certificate of Outstanding Achievement in Liver Transplantation. The doctor is an active member of several prestigious associations, including the American Society of Breast Cancer and the Surgical Oncology Association, where they serve on the Board of Directors.

The doctor holds a M.Sc degree from the Faculty of Medicine, Çukurova University, and completed a Ph.D./Specialty in General Surgery at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor has extensive experience in hematology, bone marrow transplant, and internal medicine, marked by significant contributions to research and numerous scientific publications. The doctor received medical education at Istanbul Medical University and specialized in Internal Medicine at Istanbul Jerrahpash University. Further training in Hematology was completed at Trakya University.

The doctor has served in various specialist roles, including at the Ankara Oncological Hospital's Hematology and Stem Cell Transplantation Clinic. The doctor is a member of multiple prestigious hematology and oncology societies.

The doctor graduated from Ankara University Medical School and completed residency training in internal medicine at Ankara GATA Medical School. Specializing in medical oncology and hematology, the doctor completed a clinical fellowship in the USA. A pioneer in Turkey, the doctor was part of the team that performed the first bone marrow transplantation in the country. The doctor has served as a visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions in London and Switzerland. Holding the European Medical Oncology Certificate, the doctor is a founding member of both The Turkish Society of Medical Oncology and the Turkish Oncology Group. The clinical focus includes breast, gastrointestinal, lung cancers, lymphomas, and myeloma.

Dr. Emrah Ugurlu is an experienced ENT specialist. He focuses on rhinoplasty, revision nose surgery, blepharoplasty, endoscopic sinus surgery, head and neck surgery, and vocal cord diseases. He graduated from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his ENT training at Dokuz Eylul University.

Dr. Ugurlu has published articles in respected journals, such as the Turkish Archives of Otorhinolaryngology. His work has helped advance care in pediatric rhinosinusitis, ossiculoplasty, and hearing aid outcomes. He is a member of the Turkish Ear Nose Throat and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation, Istanbul Medical Chamber, and Facial Plastic Surgery Association.

The doctor has gained significant recognition in ophthalmology, specializing in a wide range of treatments and surgeries. With extensive surgical experience, the doctor is actively involved in research, earning both national and international acclaim.

Awarded the Best Paper at the 28th National Congress of EOD and the Troutman Award for innovative work in laser thermal keratoplasty, the doctor has also received the Prof. Dr. Demir Başar Award for research on melatonin's effects on oxidative stress. Education includes a degree from Hacettepe University and further specialization at Ankara University and the University of Nijmegen.

The doctor has a robust background in oculoplastic surgery, having completed a medical degree at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. She further specialized in ophthalmology at Prof. Dr. Reşat Belger Beyoğlu Eye Education and Research Hospital, where she trained from 2011 to 2016 and continued further training until 2019. Her professional affiliations include membership in the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.

2018 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2016 - 2018, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

GOP TAKSIM TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Education and Administrative Officer

2013 - 2016, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

GOP TAKSIM TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Officer

2002 - 2013, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

TAKSIM TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2000 - 2002, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

BALTALIMANI TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

1999 - 2000, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

TAKSIM TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

1997 - 1999, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

PRIVATE AKSARAY VATAN HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

1994 - 1997, Kastamonu/Kastamonu/Türkiye

INEBOLU STATE HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist – Compulsory Service

The doctor is a distinguished Eye Diseases Specialist with over 25 years of experience, having participated in more than 30,000 surgical cases. Specializing in general eye examinations, cataract treatment, laser eye treatments, and presbyopia treatment, the doctor is highly skilled in these areas.

The doctor is a co-founder and General Secretary of the Black Sea Countries Ophthalmological Society and an international certified instructor for intra corneal rings and phakic IOLs courses. The doctor has moderated significant symposiums and is a member of several prestigious ophthalmology societies.

Present
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Medical Oncology

2022-2024
Memorial Şişli Hospital
Medical Oncology Specialist

2021-2022
Institut Jules Bordet
Clinical Research Fellowship

2020-2022
Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
Medical Oncology Specialist

2019-2019
Institut Jules Bordet
Clinical Research Fellowship

2016-2019
Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Medical Oncology
Medical Oncology Fellowship

2014-2016
Golbasi Public Hospital
Internal Medicine Specialist

2013-2014
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Observership

2013
Bellvitge Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
Observership

2009 -2014
Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
Internal Medicine Residency