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Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hakan Birkent is an internationally respected expert in aesthetic voice surgery. He is known for his advanced work in voice masculinization and feminization, procedures that require a high level of skill. With over 20 years of experience in ENT, he has worked at leading institutions such as GATA and Istanbul Surgery Hospital. He specializes in vocal health, head and neck cancer, and complex airway surgeries.

Dr. Birkent has published more than 70 peer-reviewed articles and has contributed to major otolaryngology textbooks. He is an active member of over 10 respected ENT societies, including the European Laryngological Society and the Union of European Phoniatricians. His clinical interests include vocal fold paralysis, airway stenosis, sleep apnea, rhinoplasty, and pediatric ENT. He is recognized as a leader in both functional and aesthetic ENT procedures.

After receiving her academic education at Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry which is one of Turkey’s most important educational institutions in 2014, she started at Istanbul University Department of Prosthetic Dentistry for her Doctorate Program in 2016.

After various professional experiences in many health institutions, Dr. Özer, who has expertise in the field of Dental prostheses and has an advanced level of English, has been working at Natural Clinic as a Specialist Prosthetist since 2020. After receiving her academic education at Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry which is one of Turkey’s most important educational institutions in 2014, she started at Istanbul University Department of Prosthetic Dentistry for her Doctorate Program in 2016.

After various professional experiences in many health institutions, Dr. Özer, who has expertise in the field of Dental prostheses and has an advanced level of English, has been working at Natural Clinic as a Specialist Prosthetist since 2020.

• English at an Advanced Level
• Academic Competence
• Operative Surgeon
• Dental Prosthesis
• Various medical memberships, achievements, and awards
• Attendance at several congresses and workshops

Education

Istanbul University - Faculty of Dentistry
Graduation Year: 1998

Specialization

Aesthetic Dentistry

Work Experience

ENT Medical Center
Position: Dentist
Duration: 2020

Klinik 34
Position: Dentist
Duration: 2017 - 2020

Medihouse Surgical Medical Center
Position: Dentist
Duration: 2015 - 2016

Private Practice
Position: Dentist
Duration: 2010 - 2015

Provincial Special Administration Oral and Dental Diseases Hospital
Position: Dentist
Duration: 2007 - 2010

Private Practice
Position: Dentist
Duration: 2003 - 2007

Beykent Medical Center
Position: Dentist
Duration: 2001 - 2003

Relevant Skills

• Advanced English Proficiency
• Academic Competence
• Experienced Operative Surgeon
• Membership in Various Medical Associations and Achievements
• Participation in Multiple Congresses and Workshops
• Expertise in Dental Implant Surgery
• Proficiency in Periodontology
• Skilled in Restorative Dentistry

Certifications and Seminars

• Greatist Dental Professional Congress
• Vestiyer Publishing Group Botox and Dermal Filler Course
• TDB and EDAD Congresses
• Quintessence Symposium (Prof. Dr. Sebnem Turkun)
• Implant Basics Course (Dr. Dt. Hasmet Gokdeniz)
• Implant-Supported Prosthetics (Prof. Dr. Atilla Sertgoz)
• All-On-4 Seminar (Dr. Pelin Karasu)
• Lamina Veneer Course (Creadenta)

Dr. Tolga Akman is a urologist with expertise in advanced surgical procedures. He performs penis prosthesis, bladder, prostate, and kidney cancer surgeries. He is skilled in laparoscopic urology and kidney stone treatments. Dr. Akman also treats female urinary incontinence, pediatric vesicoureteral reflux, and performs microsurgical varicocele procedures. He offers penis enlargement and correction of Peyronie’s disease.

Dr. Akman completed his residencies at Istanbul University School of Medicine and Bezmialem Vakıf University. He is now a Professor of Medicine at Medicana Hospital Bahcelievler. He is active in both clinical practice and academic work in urology.

Dr. Ersin Öztürk, M.D., is a Professor of Medicine and an expert in General Surgery. His specialties include Surgical Oncology, Gastrointestinal and Laparoscopic Surgery, Obesity Surgery, Hernia Surgery, and Proctology. He holds a Ph.D. in Physiology. Dr. Öztürk completed his residency at Uludağ University and later conducted advanced research at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in the USA.

He is currently a Professor at Medicana Bursa Hospital. Dr. Öztürk has also served as Assistant and Associate Professor at Uludağ University and as Professor at KTO Karatay University. He is known for his important work in surgical innovation and medical education in Turkey.