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Education and Residency

2001 to 2007: Medical Education, Meram School of Medicine, Selçuk University

2009 to 2014: Residency Education, School of Medicine, Atatürk University

Experience

2009 to 2014: Residency, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, School of Medicine, Atatürk University

2015 to 2016: Conscription, Kozluk State Hospital, Batman

2016: Orthopedic Oncology, Experience Trainings, Ibn-I Sina Hospital, Ankara University

2017: Orthopedic Oncology, Experience Trainings, Acıbadem Medical School

2021: Orthopedic Oncology Training, Acıbadem Medical School

Professional Memberships

-Association of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors

-Association of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty

-Foot and Ankle Surgery Department

-Association of Extremity Reconstruction and Ilizarov Methods Development

-Federation of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)

Dr. Selahattin Tugrul is an experienced ENT Professor with more than 30 years in Otorhinolaryngology. He earned his Doctorate and Medical Specialty at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. This education gave him a strong foundation in medicine.

He worked at Bezmiâlem Vakıf University, moving from Assistant Professor to Full Professor. He spent over ten years there, leading academic programs and mentoring future ENT specialists. Dr. Tugrul now serves as Professor at Medipol Acıbadem Hospital. He leads advanced ENT treatments and surgical procedures at the hospital.

Dr. Tugrul is known for his expertise in advanced ENT procedures and his precise surgical skills. He is dedicated to providing high-quality patient care. He is also an active researcher, contributing to important studies and helping to advance the field of otolaryngology worldwide.

Dr. Koray Karabulut is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital (2025–). His focus is HPB surgery, liver transplantation, and robotic or minimally invasive surgery. He was the responsible specialist at the Fırat University Liver Transplant Center (2014–2018). He then worked as an organ transplantation specialist at Memorial Şişli (2018–2019). In 2024, he worked in robotic HPB surgery at Ageo Medical Center.

Training highlights include minimally invasive HPB at IRCAD (2015). He completed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic on liver tumors and laparoscopic‑robotic surgery (2010–2011). He also completed liver transplant training at the İnönü University Institute (2011–2012). He earned his MD and finished his general surgery residency at Istanbul University. He became an associate professor in 2013. His academic work includes peer‑reviewed papers in J Gastrointest Surg, Surgery, and Surg Endosc. He has written surgical book chapters. He is a guideline author for the Turkish Surgical Society and served on editorial boards (2011–2016).

Dr. Nadir Harmankaya

Aesthetic Doctor

Education

Undergraduate Education

2008 - 2013
Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

2023 -
ClinicExpert - Aesthetic Doctor

2022
Aslı Tarcan Clinic - Aesthetic Doctor

2019
Estetica Medical Center - Aesthetic Doctor

2017
İzmir Su Medical Center - Aesthetic Doctor

2016
İzmir Tinaztepe Medical Center - Aesthetic Doctor

2013
Hakkari City Hospital - Aesthetic Doctor

Certificates

• 2018 - Mesotherapy Application Certificate
• 2017 - Cupping Therapy Application Certificate
• 2015 - Ozone Therapy Application Certificate

Dr. Rafet Ozay is an Associate Professor who specializes in neurovascular surgery. He focuses on both microsurgery and endovascular techniques. Dr. Ozay has broad experience in neurosurgery. He has worked at top medical centers, including Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences Gülhane Faculty of Medicine, and Etlik City Hospital.

Dr. Ozay is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association. He is also proficient in English, as shown by his ÜDS Exam score of 70 in 2007. He has advanced from Chief Assistant to Associate Professor during his career. This reflects his skill and dedication to neurosurgery.

Dr. Semih Ak is an Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist. He earned his MD from Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine in Istanbul (2010–2016). He completed his residency at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital (2017–2022).

He works as a specialist at Turan&Turan Musculoskeletal Health Center in Bursa (2025–present). He previously worked at Private Medicabil Hospital in Bursa (2024–2025) and at Artvin State Hospital as part of compulsory service (2022–2024). Earlier, he was a general practitioner at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital (2017). He also worked at Sultanbeyli Community Health Center (2016).

Dr. Derya Can has been an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Medipol Health Group since 2021. She diagnoses and treats diseases of the skin, hair, nails, and mucosa. Her areas of expertise include eczema, atopic dermatitis, acne, psoriasis, sexually transmitted infections, warts, herpes, shingles, and fungal infections.

Dr. Can manages both benign and malignant skin tumors. She also treats hair and nail disorders, vitiligo, and other common skin conditions. She performs advanced procedures such as hair transplantation and PRP therapy for hair loss.

Dt. Nelly

Dentist

Languages

• Persian
• English
• Azerbaijani
• Turkish

Education

Undergraduate Education

2017 - 2018
Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Dentistry

Experience

2021 -
ClinicExpert - Dentist

2017 - 2019
Prof. Dr. Selim Ersanlı’s Clinic - Dentist

2017 - 2021
Silivri Aesthetic Dental Health Center - Dentist

Certificates

• 2024 - FDI World Dental Congress
• 2023 - International Scientific Congress of the Turkish Society of Prostodontics and Implantology
• 2022 - Bozok Turkey International Symposium
• 2018 - Biolase Turkey Symposium
• 2018 - Robitans DAY, Dr. Marius Steigmann (Hands-on Training in Advanced Surgery)
• 2018 - Tissue Management Marius Steigmann
• 2018 - Uludag Biocare Turkey Symposium
• 2018 - Digital Transformation in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Private Education

• Botulinum Toxin Training
• PRP Mesotherapy and Dermapen Training
• Dermal Filler Training

Dr. Mehmet Akif Cakmak is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon. He specializes in microsurgery, hand surgery and replantation, free-flap reconstruction, hepatic artery microanastomosis, rhinoplasty, and body contouring.

He worked at Atatürk University, Plastic Surgery, from 2012 to 2018. He served on the faculty from 2020 to 2022. He then worked at Clinicexpert (2022–2023) and Esterian Clinic (2023–2024). He holds certificates in Basic Hand Surgery (2016), Basic Microsurgery (2017), and Minimal Invasive Techniques (2017).

Key results include a 112-patient series on incomplete cleft palate. He performed free-flap repairs in 52 upper-extremity and 56 lower-extremity cases. He also reported a 10-case series on microvascular burn contracture. He performed hepatic artery microanastomosis in living-donor liver transplant. His publications include J Craniofacial Surg, J Oral Maxillofac Surg, J Cranio-Maxillofac Surg, and J Cutan Med Surg.

Education and Expertise

• 1992-1997 ULUDAĞ UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
• 1998 – 2003 1998 – 2003 IZMIR ATATURK TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL UROLOGY CLINIC
• 2018-2023 IZMIR UNIVERSITY OF ECONOMICS UROLOGY CLINIC

Diseases

• Kidney Cancer
• Bladder Cancer
• Prostate
• Prostate Cancer

Treatment Methods

• Kidney Stone Treatment
• Endoscopic Stone Surgery-Flexible URS
• Greenlight
• HoLEP-ThuLEP
• Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy
• Laparoscopic Radical-Partial Nephrectomy
• Percutaneous Stone Surgery Mini-Micro PCNL
• Plasmakinetic Vaporization
• Radical prostatectomy
• Radical Cystectomy and Neobladder
• R.I.R.S.
• Robotic Surgery
• TUR-Bladder
• RADISH

Experience

• Assist.Dr. Izmir Ataturk Training and Research Hospital 1998-2003
• Specialist Dr. Izmir Basmane Healing Hospital 2004-2013
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Izmir Basmane Şifa Hospital, Şifa University Faculty of Medicine 2013-2016
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Medical Park Izmir Hospital, Izmir University Faculty of Medicine 2016-2016
• Specialist Dr. Medical Park Izmir Hospital 2016-2018
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Medical Point Hospital, Izmir University of Economics 2018-2023

Professional Memberships

• American Society Of Clinical Oncology
• European Association Of Urology
• European Society For Medical Oncology
• American Society For Radiation Oncology
• European Society For Radiotherapy And Oncology
• European Society Of Surgical Oncology
• International Society Of Geriatric Oncology
• American Association For Cancer Research
• European Association For Cancer Research
• Urological Association of Asia
• Turkish Urology Association
• Turkish Andrology Association
• Endourology Association
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Dr. Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Acibadem University (2023–2025). He practices at Acibadem Maslak Hospital (2024–2025). He completed a glaucoma fellowship at Harvard/Mass Eye and Ear in 2016. His clinical work covers glaucoma (MIGS, seton procedures), cornea (limbal stem cell surgery), lacrimal surgery (scarless endoscopic DCR), medical retina (intravitreal injections), myopia control in children, and orbital surgery.

He earned his MD from Hacettepe University and ranked 3rd in his class. He began his ophthalmology residency after placing 11th in Turkey’s TUS exam. Certifications include ICO Basic and Clinical (2010), FEBO (2015), Turkish Board (2016), Advanced ICO/FICO (2017), and USMLE Step 4. His awards include Acibadem Academic Achievement (2015–2023), Best Presentation (2022), and TOD awards (2022–2023). He has published 58 international articles and 15 books. He holds an MSc in Biological Data Science (GPA 3.94/4.00, top of term) and completed training in AI in Healthcare in 2020.

Education & Academic Qualifications

License (MD)

Field: Medicine

University: Istanbul University

Year: 1987

Residency

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Siyami Ersek Heart Center

Years: 1988–1994

Clinical Fellowship

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: University of Ottawa Heart Center (Canada)

Years: 1994–1995

Academic Titles & Positions

Assistant Professor

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Siyami Ersek Heart Center

Years: 1995–2008

Professor

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Altınbaş University

Years: 2014–2019

Membership in Scientific and Professional Organizations

-Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

-European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery

-European Society for Vascular Surgery

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Areas of Interest

Infertile Couple Assessment

Reproductive Difficulties

Functional Medicine

Polycystic Ovarian Disease

Endometriosis

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

Infertility

Urinary Incontinence

Sexual Therapy

Sexual Dysfunction

Genital Aesthetics

Laparoscopic Surgery

Education and Training

Diyarbakır Ziya Gökalp Super High School
1995 – 1999, Diyarbakır

Dicle University, Faculty of Medicine
Medical Education
1999 – 2005, Diyarbakır

Dicle University, Faculty of Medicine
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Specialization Training
2005 – 2007, Diyarbakır

Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Teaching and Research Hospital
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Specialization Training
2007 – 2012, Istanbul

Academic and Professional Experience

University of Health Sciences
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Teaching and Research Hospital
Research Assistant
2012 – 2017

Istanbul Aydın University, Faculty of Medicine
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Assistant Professor
2017 – 2019

Istanbul Aydın University, Faculty of Medicine
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Associate Professor
2019 – Present

Certifications

Assisted Reproductive Therapy Certification – 2019

IVF Training and Experience

IAÜ VM–Medical Park Florya IVF Center

Professional Memberships

Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association

Dr. Rahsan Adviye is a Neurology Specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital (2025–present). She has over 20 years of specialist practice in Istanbul. She previously worked at Fatih Medical Park (2004–2008) and Hisar Hospital (2009–2010). From 2010 to 2025, she served as a Neurology Specialist and instructor at the University of Health Sciences, Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kirdar City Hospital. This post included 15 years of academic teaching.

She completed her Neurology residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (1999–2004). She earned her M.D. there in the English-language program (1991–1998). She is a member of the Turkish Neurology Society, the Istanbul Medical Chamber, and the EEG-EMG Clinical Neurophysiology Society. She attended the Master’s Program in Clinical Neurophysiology at Istanbul University. She has also taken part in many national and international scientific meetings.

Makbule DÜNDAR, M.D.

Dermatology

Areas of Expertise and Interest

• General Dermatology
• Venereal Diseases
• Cosmetic Dermatology
• Laser Treatments
• Dermoscopy
• Non-surgical Aesthetic Procedures (Peeling, Fillers, Botulinum Toxin, etc.)

Education and Career

• 1989 – 1995 Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – M.D. Degree
• 1996 – 1999 Haseki State Hospital – Dermatology Residency Training
• 1999 – 2003 Fizikom Aesthetic and Laser Center – Specialist in Dermatology
• 2003 – 2006 TBV Hizmet Hospital – Specialist in Dermatology
• 2006 – 2008 Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital – Specialist in Dermatology
• 2008 – 2014 Private Istanbul Medipol Hospital – Specialist in Dermatology
• 2014 – 2017 Memorial Wellness – Specialist in Dermatology
• 2017 – 2024 Saltat Clinic, Göztepe Branch – Specialist in Dermatology
• 2024 – Present Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital – Specialist in Dermatology, Head of Aesthetic Medicine Department

Career

Born in 1960 in Turkey, Dr. Makbule Dündar graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 1995 and completed her residency in Dermatology at Haseki State Hospital in 1999. Throughout her career spanning over two decades, she has worked in prestigious institutions and clinics, focusing on both clinical dermatology and aesthetic procedures. Her interests include laser therapies, dermoscopy, and minimally invasive cosmetic applications. She has participated in numerous international congresses, workshops, and hands-on trainings.

She currently serves as the Responsible Physician of the Aesthetic Medicine Department at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital, where she combines her medical expertise with cosmetic dermatology practice.

Publications

• Congenital Cutis Marmorata Telangiectatica: A Case Report – Çiftçi M., Erdoğan F., Dündar M. – Haydarpaşa Numune Medical Journal, 2012
• A Case of Lichen Planus Pemphigoides – Dündar M., Derviş E., et al. – Turkiye Klinikleri Dermatology, 2000
• The Role of Dermoscopy in Diagnosing Pigmented Lesions – Derviş E., Dündar M., et al. – Haseki Medical Bulletin, 2000
• The Importance of Dermoscopy in Pigmented Lesions – Specialization Thesis, 1999

Certifications and Awards

• Numerous practical training programs in botulinum toxin, dermal fillers, peeling, and aesthetic lasers
• Participation in multiple national and international dermatology congresses and workshops
• Recipient of various hands-on training certificates in aesthetic dermatology, dermatosurgery, and team management in healthcare

Professional Affiliations and Memberships

• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Turkish Society for Dermatology and Venereology
• Turkish Dermatology Association
• European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV)