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Personal Information

Name Surname: Yüksel IŞIK

Birthplace - Year: 1980 / SAMSUN

Academic Title: Op. Dr.

Foreign Language: English

Education

Graduated from Samsun 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine in 2004

Graduated from 19 Mayıs University Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2011

Assistant Professor of Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine in 2016

Work Experience

1998-2004: Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine

2006-2007: Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine Department of Pharmacology

2007-2011: Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

2011-2013: Ağrı Diyadin State Hospital and Ağrı Maternity Hospital

2013-2016: Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Assistant Professor of Kırıkkale University

2016-2022: Batman Zilan Hospital

2022-2024: Samsun Büyük Anadolu Hospital Central Branch

Services Provided

Risky Pregnancy Follow-up and Treatment

Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery (Closed Surgeries)

Infertility

Oncological Patient Follow-up and Treatment

Vaginal Aesthetics

Urinary Incontinence and Other Vaginal Surgeries

Cesarean Section, Risky C-Section and Vaginal Birth

Education and Expertise

• 2008 – 2015 – EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
• 2017 – 2021 – HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY TEPECİK TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
• 2023 – PRESENT – IZMIR ECONOMICS UNIVERSITY MEDICAL POINT HOSPITAL

Diseases

• Menstrual irregularity
• Sexual Dysfunctions
• Darkening of the external genital area
• Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual pain)
• Threat of Low
• Endometriosis
• Hirsutism (Hair Growth)
• Urinary Incontinence
• Infertility
• Gynecological Cancers
• Menopause
• Myomas

Treatment Methods

• Threat of Low
• Endometriosis Surgery
• Pregnancy Follow-up
• Genital Aesthetics
• Genital Laser Applications
• Hypnotherapy and Cupping Therapy
• Incontinence (Urinary Leakage) Surgical Treatments
• Gynecological Examination
• Labiaplasty
• Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
• Surgical Treatments for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
• Vaginismus and Sexual Therapy
• 2017 – 2021 – Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Gynecology and Obstetrics Assistant
• 2022 – 2023 – Izmir Kemalpaşa State Hospital, Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist Physician
• 2023 – Present – Izmir University of Economics, Medikalpoint Hospital, Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist Physician

Professional Memberships

• Medical Aesthetics and Medicine Association- Member
• Sexual Health Institute Association- Member
• Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Foundation- Member
• National Association of Gynecology and Obstetrics – Member
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Education

Undergraduate: Faculty of Medicine, Gazi University, 2004-2010
Internship Abroad: Erasmus University Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, 2007
Residency in Medicine: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gazi University, 2011-2016
Minor Specialization: Gynecologic Oncology Surgery, Erciyes University, 2018-2021
Advanced Cancer Surgery Training: Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, 2019-2020
Ph: Molecular Oncology, University of Health Sciences, 2023-present

Experience

Associate Professor Doctor: Tekirdag Dr. Ismail Fehmi Cumalioglu City Hospital, Gynecologic Oncology Surgery Clinic, 2024-present
Gynecologic Oncology Surgery Specialist: Tekirdag Dr. İsmail Fehmi Cumalıoğlu City Hospital, 2021-2024
Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist: Sarıkamış State Hospital, 2017-2018
Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist: Ankara Keçiören Occupational Diseases Hospital, 2016-2017.

Medical Interests

• Advanced gynaecological cancer surgery
• Minimally invasive laparoscopic gynaecological surgeries
• Minimally invasive laparoscopic gynaecological cancer surgery
• Robotic surgeries
• Deep infiltrative endometriosis surgery
• Patient education, rehabilitation-prehabilitation before and after surgery in cancer patients
• Planning preventive treatments for lymphoedema in cancer patients
• ERAS (Enhanced Recovery after Surgery)- Rapid recovery after surgery
• HPV diagnosis and treatment methods
• Colposcopy
• Use of molecular oncology and tumour immunology principles in surgical practice
• Use of artificial intelligence in gynaecological cancers
• Improving international communication between colleagues in gynaecological oncology
• Surgical management of high-risk pregnancies with placental adhesion anomaly/placenta accreta spectrum

Op. Dr. Kubra Irmak graduated from Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty in 2010 and then began her specialization training in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty. Here, she performed numerous gynecological surgeries, laparoscopic surgeries, and urogynecological surgical procedures. After receiving her specialization in 2015, she worked briefly at Artvin Yusufeli State Hospital, subsequently received training in infertility abroad, and worked for 1.5 years in this field at Crown IVF Center. She then returned home in 2018, worked at Tokat State Hospital, and later in 2020 at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital, where she performed hundreds of births and high-risk pregnancy surgeries. She has conducted hundreds of laparoscopic surgeries. In 2023, she started working at Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital. At the same time, she worked as a Lecturer in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Istinye University Medical Faculty.

MEDICAL INTERESTS

• Genital Aesthetics and Cosmetic Gynecology
• Sexual Dysfunction and Vaginismus
• Laparoscopic Surgery
• Infertility Surgery
• Gynecological Surgeries

Areas of Interests

• Infertility
• In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Treatment
• Endometriosis
• Urogynecology (urinary incontinence and uterine prolapse surgeries)
• Gynecological Laparoscopic surgeries
• Hysteroscopic surgeries
• Pregnancy Monitoring
• Myoma surgery
• Ovarian cysts and surgeries
• Gynecological plastic surgeries

Education:

• Ataturk University Faculty of Medicine - Undergraduate
• Abant Izzet Baysal University Faculty of Medicine Gynecology and Obstetrics - Specialization
• Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine Istanbul - Assistant Professorship
• Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine Istanbul - Associate Professorship
• American Hospital - Assisted Reproductive Specialist Training

Experience:

• Bolu Izzet Baysal State Hospital (Compulsory Service) -Bolu
• Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine - Istanbul

Areas of Interests

• Surgical treatment of thyroid, parathyroid gland diseases and cancers
• Surgical treatment of adrenal gland (adrenal gland) diseases and cancers
• Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery

Education:

• Galatasaray High School (1989-1997)
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education (1997-2003)
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Specialization in General Surgery (2003-2009)
• Cleveland Clinic, Endocrine and Metabolism Institute, Center for Endocrine Surgery, USA, Research Fellowship (2014)
• Karolinska University Hospital, Department of Surgery, Division of Endocrine Surgery and Sarcoma Unit, Sweden, Endocrine Surgery Clinical Fellowship (2015)
• Ottawa University, Faculty of Medicine, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, Apoptosis Research Center (ARC), Canada, Translational Medicine Clinical Research Fellowship (2016-2017)

Experience:

• LIV Hospital Ulus & LIV Hospital Vadistanbul
• Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital (2012-2021)
• Ottawa University, Faculty of Medicine, Canada (2016)
• Karonlinska University Hospital, Sweden (2015)
• Cleveland Clinic, OH, USA. (2014)
• Iğdır State Hospital (2009-2012)

Memberships

• Endocrine Surgery Association, Member of the Board and Secretary General of the Association
• Dialogue Society in Endocrinology, Member
• Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Member
• Turkish Surgery Association, Member
• European Society of Endocrine Surgery(ESES), Member
• European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), Member
• Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), Member
• Clinical Robotic Surgery Association (CRSA), Member
• American Association of Endocrine Surgeons (AAES), Member
• American College of Surgeons (ACS), Member

Areas of Interests

• Pregnancy follow-up and birth
• Vaginal Infections and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
• Women's Cancer Screening and Cervical Cancer Vaccination
• Menopause Follow-up
• Family Planning (Spiral, implant, etc.)
• Recurrent pregnancy losses and miscarriages
• Polycystic ovary syndrome
• Diagnosis and treatment of infertility
• Vaccination
• Genital Warts and Treatment
• Diagnosis and Treatment of Urinary Incontinence
• Hysteroscopic surgery and Laparoscopic surgery (Closed method)
• Myoma Surgeries
• Ovarian Cysts
• Genital aesthetics (labioplasty, vaginoplasty, tightening, sagging operations)

Education

• Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Heidelberg University - Infertility and Reproductive Medicine Clinic
• Agaplesion General Hospital Hagen - Gynecology Clinic
• Poland Poznan Medical Faculty - Gynecology Clinic
• Muenster Westfealische Wilhelms-Universitat
• Muenster Raphael Clinic - Emergency Department

Experience

• Liv Hospital Ulus
• Doğubeyazıt Dr. Yaşar Eryılmaz State Hospital
• Keşan Community Health Center

Research: 

• Kubra Karakolcu, Burak Bayraktar, Meric Balikoglu Leydig cell ovarian tumor in pregnancy: a case report. 1st International TRNC Gynecology and Obstetrics Congress
• Kubra Karakolcu, Ozge Cakir Nemli Management of a Fourth Degree Laceration After Vaginal Delivery.  4th ECIC: European Congress on Intrapartum Care
• Kubra Karakolcu, Halil Gursoy Pala, Deniz Tas Comparison of Bishop Score and Intrapartum Ultrasound Score in Prediction of Birth Results. 14th TAJEV Congress
• Oral presentation on Intrapartum Ultrasonography. 20th National Gynecology and Obstetrics Congress-TJOD 2023
• Oral presentation on Oocyte and Embryo freezing. 2nd National In Vitro Fertilization and Infertility Association Congress-TUBİD 2023

Publications: 

• Kayapinar A, Çetin D, Pakoz Z, KARAKOLCU K, Ertas I, Kamer E (2022). Short and long term results of anatomical reconstruction of perineal body and sphincter complex in obstetric anal sphincter injuries. Turkish Journal of Surgery, 38(2), 159 - 168. 10.47717/turkjsurg.2022.5528

Areas of Interests

• Genital Laser Application ( Vajinal  Rejuvenation , Laser Incontinence Treatment)
• Aesthetic  Genital  Surgery ( Labioplastia, Vaginoplastia, Perineoplastia )
• Vaginismus Treatment.
• Treatment Of Female Sexual Function Disorders.
• Hormonal & Non-Hormonal Treatment.
• Laser Incontinence Treatment.
• Medical Treatment İn Incontinence.

Education

• Hacettepe  University  Faculty of  Medicine, ANKARA.
• SBÜ. ANKARA Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak  Training and  Research  Hospital.

Experience

• SBÜ.ANKARA Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Training and Research Hospital.
• Antalya Training and  Research  Hospital,
• Jinefem , Private Gynecology Center, ANTALYA
• SM Clinic, Private Gynecology Center, ANTALYA
• Liv Hospital Ulus, İSTANBUL

Research:

• Gestational  Diabetic  Evaluation of  Affinity in Pregnant  Woman in Turkey.
• The  Effect of Intrauterin Insemination on  Pregnancy  Rates in Infertile Woman in 456 cycles.
• The  Effect of  Genital  Laser  Applications on  Urinary  Incontinence  Treatment.
• The  Effect of  Genital  Laser  Applications  on  Vaginal  Atrofi  in  Menopause.
• Distribution of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) İnfection in the Mediterranean Region in Turkey.

Areas of Interests

• Prenatal diagnosis
• Detailed Ultrasound
• Follow-up and management of high-risk pregnancies
• Multiple Pregnancy follow-up
• Fetal Echocardiography
• Cerclage
• CVS (chorionic villus biopsy)
• Amniocentesis
• Cordocentesis
• Intrauterine fetal blood transfusion
• Pregnancy follow-up
• Painless normal delivery
• Epidural cesarean delivery
• Recurrent pregnancy losses and miscarriages

Education:

• Minor Specialization in Medicine 2018 22/October/2021 - Karadeniz Technical University / Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences / Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology / Division of Perinatology / Specialization in Medicine 2011 17/September/2015
• University of Health Sciences/Istanbul Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Health Practice and Research Center/Department of Surgical Medical Sciences/Division of Obstetrics and Gynecology/ Thesis Title: The Role of Maternal Obesity on Perinatal and Neonatal Outcomes (2015) Thesis
• Advisor: (Veli Mihmanlı) Undergraduate 2004 22/July/2010 - Harran University/Faculty of Medicine/Medicine Pr./

Experience:

• (Perinatology Clinic Training Responsible) University of Health Sciences/Istanbul Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Health Practice and Research Center/Department of Surgical Medical Sciences/Gynecology and Obstetrics S - Associate Professor 25.10.2023
• University of Health Sciences/Istanbul Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Health Practice and Research Center/Department of Surgical Medical Sciences/Gynecology and Obstetrics - Associate Professor 10.09.2022
• Research Assistant - Karadeniz Technical University / Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences / Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics - 2018-2021
• Research Assistant 2011-2015 - University of Health Sciences/Istanbul Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Health Practice and Research Center/Department of Surgical Medical Sciences/Gynecology and Obstetrics

Dr. Mustafa Emiroglu is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. He has significant experience from his work at Sağlık Bilimleri University Tepecik SUAM (2016–2023) and Kırşehir Hospital (1997–1999).

He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his specialization at Tepecik Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Emiroglu is a member of the Turkish Society of Surgery, the Endocrine Surgery Association, and the Colorectal Surgery Association.

He has attended advanced courses, including the Europe Senology Academia. He has also received training in proctologic, hemorrhoidal, and oncoplastic breast surgery, as well as thyroid diseases.

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a dermatologist with over 10 years of experience. She graduated from the Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine in 2008. She completed her dermatology specialization at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014. She provides care in both medical and cosmetic dermatology.

Clinical focus: acne, eczema, psoriasis, and fungal and bacterial infections. Dermato-oncology with early detection and surgical excision of suspicious lesions. Dermal fillers, chemical peels, and mesotherapy. Laser treatment for vascular lesions, pigmentation disorders, and hair removal. Pediatric dermatology. Languages: English.

Dermatologist Dr. Osman Serdar Akkaya graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine in 1981. He completed his dermatology specialization there in 1985. He has more than 35 years of experience and is among the most senior dermatologists in the region.

His practice includes general dermatology, such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, vitiligo, and urticaria. He focuses on dermato-oncology and performs surgery for benign and malignant skin tumors. He also offers cosmetic dermatology, including fillers, mesotherapy, and chemical peels. He provides laser and light-based treatments for vascular lesions, pigment disorders, scars, and hair removal. He treats geriatric skin conditions and chronic skin diseases.

Dyt. Yaren Nur Güngör is a dietitian. She graduated from the Faculty of Nutrition and Dietetics. She provides evidence-based, personalized nutrition counseling in English. She designs tailored programs for health promotion, disease management, and weight control.

Her clinical focus includes diet plans for diabetes, heart disease, thyroid disorders, and other metabolic issues. She also guides weight loss and gain and improves body composition. She offers sports nutrition and nutrition care for children and teens. She provides preventive nutrition with lifestyle counseling. Her approach is patient-centered and motivating.

Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu is a general surgeon with extensive experience. She graduated from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital, 1st Surgical Clinic. She is fluent in English.

Her practice includes gastrointestinal surgery (gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis, other gastrointestinal conditions). It also includes endocrine surgery (thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal) and breast surgery (benign and malignant conditions). She treats emergency and trauma cases. She performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.

She is known for precise surgery and a patient-centered approach.

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experience in cataract, refractive, retinal, glaucoma, and corneal/anterior segment care. He performs phacoemulsification with premium intraocular lenses. He provides laser vision correction for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. He treats diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, keratoconus, and anterior segment disorders, including corneal transplants.

He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 1999. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in 2004. He is known for precise microsurgery and the use of advanced ophthalmic technologies.

Dr. Cevat Azeroglu is a radiologist. He graduated from the Tabriz University Faculty of Medicine in 1987. He completed his radiology specialization at Ondokuz Mayıs University in 2011. Born in 1959, he provides advanced imaging to support accurate, timely decisions for many specialties.

His expertise includes conventional radiology with X-rays for musculoskeletal and chest disease. He performs ultrasound of the abdomen, thyroid, vessels, and soft tissues. He interprets CT and MRI for neurological, cardiovascular, and oncologic conditions. He practices interventional radiology with image-guided, minimally invasive procedures. He also focuses on oncologic imaging for staging and follow-up. He is known for diagnostic precision, use of modern imaging tools, and strong teamwork.

Prof. Dr. Murat Arslan is an OB/GYN and reproductive medicine specialist. His focus is IVF and ART. MD, Hacettepe University (English program), 1988–1995. OB/GYN residency, Gazi University, 1995–2000. Clinical research fellow, The Jones Institute, Eastern Virginia Medical School, 2004–2005. Da Vinci robotic surgery training, Acıbadem University, 2016.

Leadership: Founding Director, Bursa Acıbadem IVF, 2006. Director, Bursa Medical Park Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 2006–2009. Head of Department, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine Hospital, 2016–2019. IVF Unit Director, Acıbadem International, 2019–2023. Founding Unit Director, Momart IVF Centre, 2023–2025.

Memberships: ASRM, ESHRE, IVF and Infertility Association, and the Turkish Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics. He is also a member of the Society of Reproductive Medicine and Surgery, the Society of Reproductive Endocrinology–Infertility–ART, and the Turkish Andrology Association.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saydam Mehmet is a general surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2025–present). His work covers oncologic, endocrine, and metabolic surgery. He performs laparoscopic surgery, including hernia repair and anti-reflux procedures. He also treats morbid obesity and type 2 diabetes. Sleeve gastrectomy is among his key procedures.

Education: He graduated from the Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Faculty of Medicine (1995–2001). He completed his general surgery residency there (2004–2009). He was a research fellow at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, Ryder Trauma Center (2015–2016).

Experience: He worked as a general surgery specialist at GATA Haydarpaşa, Girne Military, and Mevki Military. He later served as Associate Professor of General Surgery at Dışkapı, Sancaktepe, and Medical Park Gebze. Earlier, he practiced as a general practitioner in military medical services.