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Dr. Ismail Onder Uysal is a specialist in plastic surgery and ENT with over 26 years of experience. He has performed around 2,500 procedures. He is known worldwide for his skills in rhinoplasty, including open and closed techniques and revision surgeries.

Dr. Uysal graduated from Cumhuriyet University in 1999. He has worked as a lecturer in academic medicine and has published in international medical journals. Many patients from different countries seek his advanced surgical care.

Assoc. Prof. Elif Evrim EKIN completed her education at Ege University Faculty of Medicine between and obtained the title of Medical Doctor. In 2003 she received her Radiology specialization from Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, and also spent a year at the Ege University Department of Radiology. After obtaining her Radiology specialization, she worked at Bozüyük State Hospital and Private Eskişehir Sakarya Hospital from 2003 to 2014. Since 2014 she has worked at Istanbul Taksim Gaziosmanpaşa Training and Research Hospital for 10 years, where she obtained the title of Associate Professor in 2019, serving as the Education Coordinator and Administrative Responsible in the Radiology Education Clinic. She has published research articles in international SCI and SCI-E journals and has numerous national and international oral presentations and journal peer reviews. In 2020, she successfully completed the ‘Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice’ training. Her special interests are musculoskeletal radiology and breast imaging.

Gastroenterologist

Dentist Kübra Nur Kızılsoy graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at Istanbul Yeni Yüzyıl University. She has broad clinical experience in several oral and dental health centers and treats a wide range of patients. Her practice focuses on restorative dentistry, aesthetic dentistry, and implant-supported prosthetics. She uses modern methods and treatment plans that balance function and aesthetics.

She is committed to ongoing learning. She regularly attends advanced courses and congresses in aesthetic dentistry, composite restorations, implant-supported prosthetics, and current clinical protocols. She applies evidence-based methods to provide safe, predictable, and lasting results.

Prof. Dr. Levent Kılıçkan graduated from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1989. He completed his residency at Istanbul Taksim Hospital in 1994. He became an associate professor at Kocaeli University Medical Hospital in 2001. In 2006, he was promoted to full professor at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Kılıçkan has attended many national and international medical events. His main areas of interest are intensive care, regional anesthesia, organ transplantation, and cardiovascular anesthesia.

Dr. Safak Olgan is a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology. He has expertise in in vitro fertilization (IVF) and reproductive medicine. His research focuses on endometrial compaction, the effects of obesity on IVF outcomes, and new uterine manipulation techniques for laparoscopic hysterectomy.

In 2010, Dr. Olgan received the 'Andre Van Assche Kuleuven' best study award from EBCOG. He represents Turkey in the European Network of Trainees in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ENTOG). This role highlights his dedication to reproductive health and leadership in the field.

Dr. Fatma Kural Aydın is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of internal diseases. She earned her M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine (English Education, 1998). She completed her residency at Istanbul University School of Medicine in 2010.

Her main areas of interest are endocrine and metabolic diseases. Dr. Kural Aydın has worked at Andirin State Hospital in Kahramanmaras and Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She has extensive clinical experience and is dedicated to improving patient care in her field.

Endocrinologist

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci is a leading neurosurgeon. He is known for his skill in brain and spinal surgeries, neurooncology, and skull base surgery. He has worked at top institutions such as Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Elmaci has introduced new techniques in microsurgery and endoscopic skull base surgery.

He is the founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey. He is also an active member of the European Skull Base Society. Dr. Elmaci has helped advance neurosurgery through teamwork across specialties. He led Turkey’s first EANS-accredited neurosurgery clinic. He also holds accreditations from the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

Dr. Elmaci has published over 110 scientific papers and given more than 250 presentations at congresses. His work continues to influence neurosurgical practice and patient care around the world.

Dr. Umut Dogu is a neurosurgeon with strong experience in advanced spine care. He earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training & Research Hospital. Dr. Dogu has worked as a specialist at Yozgat City Hospital, Emsey Hospital Advanced Spine Center, and Memorial Şişli Hospital. He currently practices at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

Dr. Dogu treats degenerative spine diseases, traumatic spine injuries, spinal tumors, and infectious spine diseases. He also manages congenital and developmental spinal disorders. His expertise includes pain-focused procedures such as neuromodulation and vertebroplasty. Dr. Dogu is a member of the Turkish Medical Association and the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.

Dr. Unal Isaoglu is a respected medical professional known for his work in pharmacological research. He co-authored a study published in the Indian Journal of Pharmacology. The research examined how methylprednisolone affects bone mineral density in rats with bone loss caused by ovariectomy and reduced adrenaline levels from metyrosine.

His research offers important insights into bone health and drug treatments. Dr. Isaoglu’s achievements show his expertise and dedication to medical science.

Dr. Nuri Ceydeli is a gynecologist and obstetrician with over 15 years of experience. He is a graduate of Istanbul University Istanbul Medical School (1995) and Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical School (2002), and is a member of the Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Society, Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Society, Surgical Infection Association, and AAGL.

Dr. has worked in various medical institutions from 1998-2017, including Gazi University (2001-2003) and Selcuk University (1998-2001, 2003-2009, 2009-2010).

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.

2005 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2004 - 2005, Ankara/Ankara/Türkiye

GATA TRAINING HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2001 - 2004, Muğla/Muğla/Türkiye

MARINE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

1994 - 2001, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MARINE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

1991 - 1993, Hatay/Hatay/Türkiye

MARINE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

1986 - 1988, Kocaeli/Kocaeli/Türkiye

COMMODATE OF THE MINESHIP FLOTILLA

General Practitioner

1985 - 1986, Ankara/Ankara/Türkiye

GATA TRAINING HOSPITAL

General Practitioner

2009 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2009 - 2009, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEDICANA INTERNATIONAL ISTANBUL HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2008 - 2009, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

Esenler Life Hospital

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2006 - 2008, Van/Van/Türkiye

VAN STATE HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2021 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

2020 - 2021, Istanbul/Türkiye

SERVICE HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

2018 - 2018, /USA

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist Observer

2013 - 2019, Istanbul/Türkiye

BAKIRKÖY DR. SADİ KONUK TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist