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Dr. Esin Karataş is an orthodontist. She treats children, teens, and adults. She speaks English.

Accreditations: Graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry (2011). PhD in Orthodontics, Biruni University (2023).

Clinical expertise: Fixed and removable orthodontics for crowding, spacing, and bite correction. Clear aligner therapy, including Invisalign and other systems. Orthopedic treatments in children. Surgical orthodontics. Aesthetic options such as ceramic and lingual braces.

Dr. Hasan Erdem is an Associate Professor and General Surgery Specialist. He is known for his skill in obesity and metabolic surgery. Dr. Erdem has performed thousands of bariatric and metabolic procedures. He is recognized as a leading surgeon in Turkey. He holds advanced certifications, including the Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery Hands-On Course (USA) and the Laparoscopic Colon Rectum Surgery Course.

Dr. Erdem is a member of respected organizations such as the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders and the Turkish Surgical Association. He founded the Dr. HE Obesity Clinic in Istanbul. Since then, he has maintained high patient satisfaction and earned international accreditation. His work reflects a strong commitment to quality surgical care.

Having a deep interest in laparoscopic surgery, Dr. Onur Kesler has performed hundreds of obesity surgeries such as sleeve gastrectomy, Roux En Y gastric by-pass, and mini-gastric bypass.

Dr. Ilhan Arslan is a surgeon and otorhinolaryngology (ENT) specialist. He diagnoses and surgically treats ear, nose, and throat disorders using modern techniques.

His expertise includes rhinology (septal deviation, chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, endoscopic sinus surgery). He also manages otology issues (hearing loss, ear infections, ear microsurgery) and laryngology conditions (vocal cord disorders, hoarseness, airway problems). He performs head and neck surgery, including benign and malignant tumor removal, and thyroid and salivary gland surgery. He also provides pediatric ENT care, such as tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, and ear tube placement.

He is known for a patient-centered approach and precise ENT surgery. He provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages.

Dr. Arslan Musbeh is a hair transplant specialist with over 15 years of experience. An expert in FUE hair transplantation.

Dr. Suhan İnal is a prosthodontist. He graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2017. He completed his specialization in prosthodontics in 2021. He has over eight years of experience and has treated hundreds of patients.

His work includes aesthetic and functional restorations. He offers zirconia crowns, full-mouth reconstructions, implant-supported prostheses, and smile design. He focuses on precision, a natural look, and long-lasting results.

Dr. Mehmet Emre Dinç is an experienced ENT specialist and rhinoplasty surgeon with 15 years of experience and founder of Dr. Mehmet Emre Dinc Rhinoplasty Center in Turkey. He holds a degree in general medicine and has completed several specialized courses in otorhinolaryngology and facial plastic surgery. He has written over 40 scientific publications and is a member of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Society, and the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Mehmet Mustafa Kiyar is a board-certified plastic surgeon with almost 30 years of experience. He holds accreditation from both the Turkish and European boards of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery. He has performed thousands of successful procedures. His main areas of expertise include breast surgeries, rhinoplasty, liposuction, and face lifts.

Dr. Kiyar is known for high patient satisfaction and a strong focus on safety. He values innovation in aesthetic medicine. He graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and Fırat University Faculty of Medicine. His education provides a solid academic background in his field.

Dr. Nese Gulekoglu is a dentist specializing in general dentistry. She graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry in 2017. She provides care in English.

Her practice includes preventive, restorative, endodontic, aesthetic, and prosthetic dentistry. Services include oral exams, dental cleanings, patient education, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canal treatments, teeth whitening, composite bonding, smile design, and removable and fixed prostheses. She offers patient-focused, personalized care.

Medical Fields of Interest: 

Chronic Leukemia (Chronic Lymphocytes Leukemia/ Chronic Myeloid Leukemia) 

Chronic Myeloproliferative Diseases (Polistemia Vera, Essential Thrombocytosis, Myelofibrosis etc.) 

Lymphoma (Hodgkin’s and Non-Hodgkin’s) 

Multiple Myeloma 

Education: 

Ege University Faculty of Medicine Medical Doctor 1999 - 2005 

Pamukkale University Specialist in Internal Medicine 2006 - 2011 

Pamukkale University Hematologist 2011 - 2014 

ESCCA Summer School On Cytometry/PRAGUE (May 2014) 

Istanbul Training and Research Hospital Hematology Clinic Associate Professor 2018 

Experience: 

Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine Hospital 2015 

Pamukkale University Internal Medicine Residency Training 2016 - 2011 

Denizli Sarayköy State Hospital 2011 - 2011 

Pamukkale University Hematology Minor Residency Training 2011 - 2014 

Istanbul Training and Research Hospital Hematology Clinic Specialist Doctor 2015 - 2020 

Istanbul Training and Research Hospital Hematology Clinic Responsible Authority 2015 - 2020 

Istanbul Training and Research Hospital Hematology Clinic Responsible Authority/ Lecturer 2019 - 2020 

Istanbul Başakşehir Çam and Şakura City Hospital Hematology Clinic Lecturer 2020 - 2020

Liv Hospital Ulus 2020-

Memberships: 

Turkish Society of Hematology 

The Society of Hematological Education and Research (Member of The Board of Directors

Publications:

32 articles published in international peer-reviewed journals 

12 cases published in international peer-reviewed journals 

11 articles published in national peer-reviewed journals 

5 cases published in national peer-reviewed journals

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

Education

Undergraduate: Faculty of Medicine, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English), 2000-2007.
PhD: Chest Diseases, Department of Chest Diseases, Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2007-2013.

Experience

Medical Residency Student, Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Chest Diseases, 2007-2013.
Specialist Doctor, Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, 2013-2015.
Specialist Doctor, Koç University Hospital, 2015-2017.
Associate Professor, Koç University Hospital, 2017-2022.
Associate Professor, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, 2022-2023.
Professor Doctor, Arel University Faculty of Medicine, 2023.
Professor Doctor, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine/Hospital, 2023- Currently

Scientific Memberships
 

Turkish Thoracic Society
Respiratory Research Society of Turkey
ASYOD (Asthma and Allergy Association)
European Respiratory Society
Turkish Medical Association

Awards

Foreign Publication Second Prize, Turkish Thoracic Society 24th Annual Congress, Antalya, 2021
Diagnostic and Interventional Methods Study Group - Best Oral Presentation Award, Turkish Thoracic Society, 23. Annual Congress, 2020 (Virtual congress)
Diagnostic Methods Working Group - Best Poster Award, Turkish Thoracic Society 22nd Annual Congress, Antalya, 2019
Foreign Publication Third Prize, Turkish Thoracic Society, 20th Annual Congress, Antalya, 2017
Third Prize for Published Congress Paper, Turkish Thoracic Society 19th Annual Congress, Antalya, 2016
ERS Respiratory Championship 2016, Participation in the Knowledge Contest as Turkey Team and Third Prize, London, 2016
Marmara University Faculty of Medicine 19th Term Second Prize, Marmara University, 2007

Medical Intrests

• Lung Cancer
• Interstitial Lung Disease
• Pulmonary Embolism
• Sleep Apnoea Syndrome
• Asthma/COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
• Pneumonia (Pneumonia)

Medical Intrests

• Liver diseases
• Bile ducts gallbladder diseases
• Hepatobiliary surgery
• Liver transplant
• Kidney transplant
• Pancreas transplant
• Pancreatic diseases
• Laparoscopic surgery
• Oncological surgery
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Education

Medicine Pr. - Specialization Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine 1991 - 1998
Department of General Surgery - Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine 2001 - 2007

Experience

Specialist Doctor Erciş State Hospital Van 2007 - 2009
Specialist Doctor Gölhisar State Hospital 2009 - 2009
Clinical Fellow Şişli Florence Nıghtıngale Hospital 2011 - 2012
Assistant Professor Pamukkale University / Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences / Department of General Surgery) 2009 - 2013
Assistant Professor Akdeniz University/Faculty of Medicine/Department of Surgical Medical Sciences/Division of General Surgery)- Prof. Dr. Tuncer Karpuzoğlu Organ Transplant Center 2013

Scientific Memberships

Turkey Organ Transplant Organizations Coordination Association, Member, 2011
National Surgical Association, Member, 2005