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Dr. Suleyman Semih Dedeoglu is an experienced orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in sports injuries, trauma surgery, and joint reconstruction. He is known internationally for his skill in both arthroscopic and open treatments of the knee, shoulder, elbow, hip, and ankle.

Dr. Dedeoglu developed the ‘Dedeoğlu Technique’, an innovative method for complex shoulder fracture repair. This technique was published in JSES in 2023. He has presented his work at major international congresses, including EFORT and ICSES 2023 in Rome.

Dr. Dedeoglu has published over 100 scientific articles on joint prosthesis, fracture repair, minimally invasive trauma care, and biomechanics. He completed fellowships at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA and KSES in Korea. These experiences highlight his global expertise in joint reconstruction.

AREAS OF INTEREST 

Radial Angiography

Complex coronary interventions 

Intracoronary examinations (FFR, IVUS, OCT) 

Calcific lesion treatments (Rotablator, shockwave balloon ) 

Chronic total occlusion attempts 

Transcatheter Aortic valve implantations (TAVI) 

Aortic interventions 

Mitral valve attempts 

Peripheral arterial interventions 

ASD/PFO/VSD closure 

LAA closure 

Paravalvuler closure 

Carotid arterial interventions 

Septal ablation 

Pulmonary embolism interventions

Education 

Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine 

Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology 

Royal Brompton Hospital (London) 

Experience 

Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology 

Turkish Kidney Foundation Service Hospital 

Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology 

Royal Brompton Hospital

University of Health Sciences Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital (founding chief)

University of Health Sciences Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu city hospital (founding chief) 

LIV Hospital Ulus

Memberships 

Turkish Society of Cardiology 

European Society of Cardiolog

Dr. Serdar Kahraman is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in brain surgery and spinal endoscopy. Dr. Kahraman previously served as the Head of Neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center. He completed specialized training in neuro spinal endoscopy at the Free University of Berlin. Dr. Kahraman holds certifications in microsurgery and spinal procedures.

• Performs brain tumor removal and skull base tumor excision.
• Treats complex conditions like pituitary adenomas and spinal cord tumors.
• Former Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Yeni Yüzyıl University.
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies and Eurospine.

Dr. Ismet Aslan is a senior ENT surgeon at the JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in complex head and neck oncology, including larynx and thyroid cancers. He has published over 50 scientific works and received more than 40 international citations. Dr. Aslan treats rare conditions like tracheal cancer and salivary gland tumors.

• Member of the Turkey Laryngology Association and the ENT Head and Neck Surgery Association.
• Expertise includes surgical treatment for nasopharyngeal carcinoma and jaw cancer.
• Addresses functional issues such as hearing defects and vocal cord disorders.
• Works at a center recognized for excellence in robotic surgery and patient safety.

Dr. Levhi Akin is a gastrointestinal surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Akin treats complex conditions like Crohn’s disease and pancreatic trauma. He also treats colon cancer and chronic pancreatitis. His clinic holds JCI accreditation and a US surgical standard for colorectal surgery.

• Performs Whipple’s procedure, hemicolectomy, and laparoscopic gallbladder removal.
• Sits on the editorial boards for national trauma and colorectal surgery journals.
• Member of the European Society of Coloproctology and St Mark's Association.
• Consults for the World Journal of Surgery and Indian Journal of Surgery.

Dr. Koray Acarli is a Professor of General and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery. He has broad experience in treating both benign and malignant diseases of the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas. His expertise includes tumors, gallbladder cancer, cholangiocarcinoma, Klatskin tumors, and pancreatitis. He also treats biliary and pancreatic stones, as well as obstructive diseases, whether benign or malignant.

He earned his medical degree and completed his surgical training at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He then received advanced training at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York. Dr. Acarli has led several major centers, including serving as Head of the Liver Transplant Center at Istanbul University and Head of the Organ Transplant Center at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He is currently a Professor of General and HPB Surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus.

Medical Interests: 

• Brain, cerebellum, spine, and spinal cord tumor surgeries in adults and children 

• Pediatric Neurosurgery Surgeries (Hydrocephalus, Tethered Cord, Diastematomyelia, Encephalocele, Meningocele-Meningomyelocele, Dermal Sinus Tract Excision, Craniosynostosis) 

• Spine Surgery (Lumbar and Cervical Disc Herniation, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Stabilization for Spinal Fractures, Vertebroplasty-Kyphoplasty Surgeries, Kyphosis Surgery) 

• Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery for Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, and Dystonia 

• Vagal Nerve Stimulation Surgery (Epilepsy Surgery) • Spinal Cord Stimulation Surgery (Spinal Cord Pain Stimulator) 

• Surgeries for Trigeminal Neuralgia and Hemifacial Spasm 

• Baclofen Pump Implantation Surgery (for Severe Spasticity) 

• Surgeries for Aneurysms, AVMs, and Cavernomas 

Dr. Batur Gonenc Kanar is a leading cardiologist with training from top European centers. He studied at the Paris Institute of Cardiology, Hôpital Privé Jacques Cartier in France, and Royal Brampton & Harefield Hospital in the UK. He specializes in advanced electrophysiology. His expertise includes 3D-mapping-guided ablation for atrial fibrillation, catheter ablation, pacemaker implantation, ICD, and CRT therapy.

Dr. Kanar currently practices at Liv Hospital Vadi Istanbul. He brings international experience to Turkey and has performed over 1,000 electrophysiology and interventional procedures. He represents Türkiye at the European Heart Rhythm Association. He is also an active member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Cardiology Association. Dr. Kanar ensures his patients have access to the latest advances in cardiac care.

Medical Fields of Interest 

• Thoracoscopic and Robotic Minimally Invasive Surgery 

• Lung Cancers 

• Trachea Surgery 

• Lung Transplantation 

• Lung Biopsy • Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) 

• Diaphragmatic Surgery • Surgery of Pleural Diseases 

• Pediatric Thoracic Surgery

Education 

• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 

•Istanbul Galatasaray High School 

• Primary Education Ankara, Samsun, Izmir 

The doctor is an Internal Medicine Specialist with extensive experience in managing chronic conditions such as Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Obesity, Hyperlipidemia, and Thyroid Diseases. After graduating from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2009, the doctor completed specialization in Internal Diseases at Düzce University by 2016.

Professional experience includes roles at Tokat Niksar State Hospital, Düzce University, and Tokat Zile State Hospital, with the current position held at Emsey Hospital since 2019.

Dr. Selim Topcu is a cardiologist with over 17 years of experience. He specializes in interventional cardiology. Dr. Topcu graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 2007. He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Topcu has published many articles in respected medical journals. His research covers topics such as the impact of altitude on heart failure, coronary artery anomalies, and coronary fractional flow reserve. He has also worked on national registries for familial hypercholesterolemia and has led meta-analyses on atrial fibrillation risks. His work has helped improve knowledge of rare heart conditions and advanced interventional methods.

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2005 and completed a specialization in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Yeditepe University in 2012. Following a compulsory service as a General Practitioner at Osmangazi Health Center, the doctor gained experience as an assistant in Internal Medicine at Kocaeli University and in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Yeditepe University.

In 2012, the doctor became a fellow at the World Laparoscopy Hospital in New Delhi. The doctor served as a specialist at Giresun Maternity and Child Diseases Hospital before joining Yeditepe University as a faculty member in 2015. Currently, the doctor is a specialist at Emsey Hospital.

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine and has extensive experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology. Specialized training was completed at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, focusing on gastroenterology. The doctor has held positions at various hospitals, including Haydarpasha Nummune Hospital and Shishli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, and has worked at Unimed Private Polyclinic and Hospitallium Camlica.

Expertise includes procedures such as esophagogastroduodenoscopy, colonoscopy, chromoendoscopy, and various treatments for gastrointestinal bleeding and strictures. The doctor is proficient in advanced techniques like esophageal varicose band ligation and percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy.

The doctor graduated from Varna Medical Faculty in 1985 and completed an internal medicine residency at Istanbul Taksim First Yardim Hospital by 1992. From 1992 to 2000, served as Chief Assistant in the 2nd Internal Medicine Service at Istanbul Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital. Specialized in nephrology at Istanbul Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 2002 to 2005. Worked as a nephrology specialist at Istanbul Üsküdar State Hospital until 2010. From 2010 to 2021, played a pivotal role in the kidney transplantation team at Bahcesehir University Medicalpark Goztepe Hospital Complex. Also served as a part-time lecturer at Bahçeşehir University Vocational School of Health Services from 2016 to 2020.

Dr. Md Caner Kaya is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 15 years of experience. He practices at TWT Health Clinic in Istanbul. His main areas of expertise are body contouring, facial plastic surgery, and breast procedures. He performs rhinoplasty, facelifts, blepharoplasty, breast augmentation, and FUE hair transplantation.

Dr. Kaya has performed more than 10,000 surgeries. This shows his skill and dedication to patient satisfaction. He earned his medical degree from Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University. He completed his specialization at Marmara University. Dr. Kaya is known for providing high-quality, personalized care in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery.

Born and raised in Turkey, Dr. Pera attended the highly reputed Hacettepe University Dentistry Faculty from 2008 to 2013, where he began his journey to become a dentist. His passion for the field led him to further specialize in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, a field he trained in extensively at Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry from 2016 to 2021.

To ensure a holistic approach to patient care, Dr. Pera undertook several rotations between 2016 and 2019. This included areas like Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Emergency Medicine, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, and Ear, Nose and Throat Diseases, all at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.

Before establishing Hospitaprime, Dr. Pera served as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at the esteemed Koru Hospital in Ankara from May 2021 to July 2022. Shortly after, he joined Memorial Hospital in Istanbul in September 2022, where he continues to practice.

In March 2023, Dr. Pera took a significant step in his career by founding Hospitaprime in Istanbul, a state-of-the-art dental clinic offering a myriad of dental services. Through Hospitaprime, Dr. Pera has actualized his vision of providing unparalleled dental care, ensuring each patient benefits from his extensive knowledge, experience, and passion for the field.

The doctor completed medical education at Marmara University School of Medicine and further specialized at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital in Turkey. The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the International Council of Ophthalmology. The doctor has passed the Basic Science and Clinical Science Board Exams from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

The doctor actively participates in international seminars and congresses, including the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons and the National Congress of Ophthalmology in Turkey.

The doctor graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2011 and pursued advanced studies at Turku University in Finland, focusing on diabetic patients. She has extensive experience working in prominent health institutions, including Maslak Acıbadem Hospital, before founding Smile Academy. The doctor has contributed numerous national and international scientific publications and papers. She has held significant roles in leading scientific organizations, including the 101st FDI World Dental Congress and served as Deputy Secretary General of the 25th International TDA Congress.

She is actively involved with the Turkish Dental Association, serving as the General Assembly Delegate and participating in various commissions.