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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fatih Irmak is an experienced plastic surgeon based in Turkey with a degree in medicine from Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine at Istanbul University. He is certified by EBOPRAS and is an expert in face and body aesthetic procedures. He is a professor in the Department of Plastic Surgery at University of Health Sciences and is a leading expert in Dr. Fatih Irmak Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Center since 2017. He is a member of various societies, including The Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, The Turkish Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, The Rhinoplasty Society of the USA, and The Rhinoplasty Society of Europe.

My name is Dilek Cay I was born on January 2, 1988 in Mersin. I completed my primary and high school education here. After graduating from Anamur Anatolian High School, I graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine in 2013 as a medical doctor. "I received my anesthesiology and resuscitation specialization from Istanbul Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal City Hospital between 2016-2011. I completed my compulsory duty at Pendik State Hospital between 2021-2023. While continuing my profession in the field of anesthesia specialization, I am also interested in holistic medicine and preventive medicine. I am currently serving as an anesthesiology and resuscitation specialist at Sapphire Clinic.

Dr. Nayat Kebabci is a Dietician at Dr. HE Obesity Clinic. She specializes in Dietetics and Nutrition. Dr. Kebabci graduated from the University of Istanbul in 2018. Since 2019, she has worked as a bariatric dietician at Istanbul Obesity Surgery.

Dr. Kebabci has helped many patients achieve lasting weight loss and better health. She is known for using evidence-based dietary plans and focusing on each patient’s needs. Dr. Kebabci speaks both English and Turkish, which allows her to support a wide range of patients.

Dr. Dt. Erhan Demir is a prosthodontist who began his dental education at Ankara University in 2003. He earned his PhD in Prosthodontics from Yüzüncü Yıl University in 2015. Since then, he has gained significant clinical experience, especially with CEREC Omnicam CAD/CAM systems.

Dr. Demir is known for his skills in digital dentistry. He works with CAD/CAM techniques, advanced dental materials, fiber materials, adhesive dentistry, smile design, and All-on-4 prosthesis. In 2020, he co-founded On7 Clinic in Istanbul. He continues to lead and improve prosthodontic care there.

Dr. Emre Çimen graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2004. He completed his specialty and PhD in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2011. Dr. Çimen has many years of experience as a maxillofacial surgeon and implantologist. He has worked in top private clinics in Istanbul.

He improved his skills in advanced implantology, including All-on-4 and Zygomatic Implants, through observer programs at the Malo Clinic in Portugal in 2014 and 2018. Since February 2020, Dr. Çimen has been treating patients at his private clinic in Istanbul Ataşehir. He focuses on complex implant cases.

Dr. Çimen is also an active educator. He regularly gives courses and seminars on the Treatment of Total Toothlessness, All-on-4, and Aesthetic Zone Implant Applications.

Medical Interests and Activities 

• Internal Diseases, Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases 

• Diabetes 

• Thyroid Diseases 

• Pituitary Gland Diseases 

• Adrenal Gland Diseases 

• Osteoporosis and Metabolic Bone Diseases 

• Female and Male Reproductive System Diseases 

Educational Background 

• Cerrahpaşa Medical School, 1997 

• Assistant Education for Internal Medicine Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital, 2003 

• Education for Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases: Cerrahpaşa Medical School, 2008 

Professional Experience 

• Göztepe Research & Training Hospital, 2008 - 2010 (mandatory service) 

• Bayındır Hospital, 2010 - 2014 

• Kolan İnternational Hospital, 2014 - 2018 Memberships 

• Turkish Association of Endocrinology and Metabolism 

• Turkish Society of Diabetes 

• European society of Anesthesiology 

• European Association for the Study of Diabetes 

Researches and Publications 

• International articles: 20; national articles: 20; international papers: 15; national papers: 18 Translation of 5 book sections

Dr. Didem Altay Gazi is a Family Medicine specialist. She provides patient-centered care for people of all ages and health conditions. She graduated from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her specialization at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital. Her background combines strong academic training with hands-on clinical experience.

Dr. Gazi has worked in both public and private healthcare settings. She has served at Acıbadem Fulya Hospital, Liv Hospital Ulus, and several district health centers. Her work has helped improve community health. She is a member of the Turkish Medical Association and TAHUD. Dr. Gazi is dedicated to ongoing professional development and high standards in family medicine.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tayfun Türkaslan is a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery. He has published over 20 articles in international journals. He completed advanced training abroad, including at St James Seacroft University Hospital in the UK.

Dr. Türkaslan became an Associate Professor in 2010. He has worked at Bezmialem University and Istanbul Yavuz Selim Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association, the American Maxillofacial Surgeons Association, and the International Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

He currently sees patients at his private practice. Dr. Türkaslan is known for his scientific work and dedication to high standards in aesthetic surgery.

Dr. Gülay Akay, a doting and ambitious mother of three, turned her lifelong passion into a full-time career and never looked back. She has more than 16 years of experience in cosmetic dentistry, dental implantology, same-day dentistry as well as bone grafting, laser dentistry and digital smile design.

With a vision to redefine the dental industry, Dr. Gülay laid foundations of Dentakay and worked relentlessly to turn it into a massive, prominent brand. Her extensive experience in dentistry coupled with her relentless strive for excellence enabled her to establish Dentakay as a leader in the health tourism sector. Since the beginning, Dr. Gülay’s ultimate goal was 100% patient satisfaction and it is still the foundational basis and backbone of Dentakay.

Dr. Meki Bilici is a pediatric cardiologist with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in interventional cardiology and treats complex congenital heart diseases in children. He is known for his skills in minimally invasive transcatheter procedures. Dr. Bilici is also experienced in fetal and pediatric echocardiography and advanced angiographic diagnostics. He performs interventions in both neonates and infants.

Dr. Bilici has published more than 50 peer-reviewed articles in international journals. He has also contributed chapters to medical books at both national and international levels. His work supports the education of pediatric cardiology. He has taken part in multicenter clinical studies, including research on the Occlutech® Duct Occluder for PDA closure. Dr. Bilici often presents his findings at major medical congresses around the world.

He has held important clinical and academic positions at hospitals such as Liv Hospital, Medical Park, and Dicle University. Dr. Bilici is a member of the Turkish Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Association. He is dedicated to training future pediatric cardiologists and improving national standards of care.