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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.

Dr. Erdem Koçak is a gastroenterologist with international training. He is certified in advanced endoscopic and bariatric procedures from Johns Hopkins University (USA) and Hallym University (South Korea). Dr. Koçak is one of the few Turkish specialists with global accreditation in advanced endoscopic techniques.

He is known for minimally invasive treatments of early-stage gastrointestinal tumors. Dr. Koçak provides non-surgical options for esophageal, gastric, and colorectal cancers. He is also a pioneer in non-surgical obesity treatments, such as gastric balloon and stomach Botox procedures.

Dr. Koçak has published over 100 international scientific articles and contributed to three book chapters. He has presented at more than 100 medical congresses. He is recognized as a leading academic in his field. Dr. Koçak is trained in both internal medicine and gastroenterology. He works as a chief physician and specialist in major hospitals across Turkey.

He is a member of five respected medical associations, including the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and TSGE. This ensures he stays updated with the latest medical advances.

Medical Interests and Activities

 • Examining and diagnosing cranial, spinal, head-neck region diseases by imaging methods. • Examining vascular diseases of brain, neck and spine with angiography method. • Treatment of vascular diseases of brain, neck and spine by endovascular methods (closed surgery). • Treatment of cerebrovascular aneurysms (in patients with or without cerebral hemorrhage) • Treatment of cerebrovascular stenosis with stent method. • Treatment of cerebrovascular diseases like fistule and arteriovenous malformation with embolisation method. • Stent application in stenosis of neck veins (by using umbrella method). • Reducing the operation risk by blocking the veins which are feeding the tumor before open-surgeries in some tumor and head-neck area operations. • Embolisation treatment in birthmark-hemangioma and diseases like vascular malformations. • Endovascular treatment of vascular diseases at spinal cord and membrane • Dissolving the thrombus with urgent intervention in patients with stroke in order to provide the brain to overcome the situation with less damage as possible. • Endovascular treatment of vasospasm in patients with cerebral hemorrhage. • In uncontrolled epistaxis blocking the nasal vein by reaching it with angiography method.

Dr. Huseyin Bahadir Gokcen is a Spine Surgery Specialist with fellowship training from Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is skilled in advanced spinal techniques and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Gokcen also has broad orthopedic experience, including trauma, prosthetic surgery, and sports medicine. He provides comprehensive musculoskeletal care for a wide range of patients.

Dr. Gokcen has over 20 years of clinical experience. He graduated from Istanbul University in 1998. He has worked in military, state, and private hospitals across Turkey. This background shows his versatility and dedication to public service. As a former lecturer at Istanbul Bilim University, he has contributed to both academic and clinical training in orthopedics.

Dr. Tamer Sözen is an expert in high-risk pregnancy care. He has advanced training in Level 2 ultrasonography. Dr. Sözen is known for his skill in managing complex cases. He is also a leader in gynecological aesthetics. He uses new medical and aesthetic methods to improve women’s health and confidence.

Dr. Sözen has worked at respected institutions, including Istanbul Medical Faculty, German Hospital, Avrasya Hospital, and Gölcük Deniz Hospital. He has published 8 international and 20 national scientific articles. This shows his dedication to advancing gynecology and obstetrics.

He is an active member of TJOD, TSRM, and ÜTD. Dr. Sözen is a trusted menopause specialist. He is known for his patient-focused and thorough care at every stage of women’s health.

Dr. Ziya Kurban Yurt is a specialist in Chest Diseases and Surgery. He has experience in Esophageal Surgery, Thoracic Sympathectomy, Primary Lung Surgeries and Biopsies. He also performs both Flexible and Rigid Bronchoscopy, as well as Diaphragm Surgery.

He completed his medical degree at Ataturk University from 1992 to 1998. He then specialized in Thoracic Surgery at the same university from 2003 to 2008. Dr. Yurt is known for his surgical skills and dedication to patient care. He focuses on improving outcomes for patients with complex chest and lung conditions.

Dr. Dogan Kose is a specialist in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology with over 20 years of experience. He is known for his work in childhood cancers, bone marrow transplants, leukemia, lymphoma, and the treatment of bleeding and vascular diseases in children.

Dr. Kose graduated from Dokuz Eylul University and completed further training at Selcuk University. He worked as an Associate Professor at Harran University. He now practices at Istanbul Private Emsey Hospital. Dr. Kose has helped diagnose and treat hundreds of children with cancer. He focuses on evidence-based and innovative therapies.

Dr. Ahmet Akar is a specialist in dermatology and venereal diseases. He has more than 25 years of clinical and academic experience. He has served as a professor at GATA and Health Sciences University Gulhane Medical Faculty.

Dr. Akar treats acne, psoriasis, fungal diseases, hair disorders, and sexually transmitted infections. He has trained many dermatologists and managed thousands of complex cases. He is known for his high standards in patient care and education.

Dr. Jandan Chelik earned her medical degree from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 1999. She then completed her specialization training at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kurtul Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Chelik has broad experience in obstetrics and gynecology. She worked at Pendik Şifa Hospital, Nene Hatun Maternity Hospital, Tuzla Gisbir Hospital, and Gebze Medical Park Hospital from 2005 to 2015.

Dr. Chelik has helped many patients through consultations and procedures in women's health. She is known for her commitment to clinical excellence and evidence-based care in maternal and reproductive health.

Dr. Fatma Hulya Cengiz is an experienced radiologist. She received her medical degree from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1989. She completed her radiology training at Taksim First Aid Training and Research Hospital in 2002. Before specializing, she worked for almost ten years as a general practitioner in emergency care centers.

Dr. Cengiz has worked at Beykoz Private Emsey Medical Center from 2002 to 2009 and again from 2010 to 2013. She also served at the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Imaging Center between 2009 and 2010. She has a strong background in emergency medicine and radiological diagnostics. Her work has improved patient care in busy clinical environments.

Dr. Nurettin Kurt graduated from Erciyes University School of Medicine in 1999. He has many years of clinical experience. He worked at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital and Darıca Farabi Training and Research Hospital from 2010 to 2020.

Dr. Kurt is dedicated to patient care and clinical practice. He is known for his commitment to high medical standards and ongoing professional growth. His experience comes from working in leading healthcare institutions in Turkey.

Dr. Fulya Dortbas is a board-certified specialist in Internal Medicine (2008) and Rheumatology (2012). She completed both specializations at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Dortbas graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2002.

She has broad clinical experience in leading Turkish hospitals, including Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, Kastamonu Dr. Münif İslamoğlu State Hospital, Ankara Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Hospital, and Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Dortbas is known for her expertise in rheumatologic diseases and internal medicine. She is dedicated to providing advanced patient care in these areas.