MRI of one area Doctors in Turkey — Page 12

Dr. Atakan Topcu is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating solid tumors including lung, breast, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Topcu is an Associate Professor with over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He sits on the Editorial Board of the medical journal BMC Cancer.

• Expertise in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and geriatric oncology care.
• Treats cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital specializing in advanced oncology treatments.

Dr. Halil Ibrahim Bekler is an orthopedic surgeon at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. He completed microsurgery training at Cleveland Medical Center. Dr. Bekler specializes in orthopedic microsurgery, hand surgery, and joint replacement. He treats complex bone injuries and developmental hip dysplasia.

• Trained as a Hand and Microsurgery Specialist at Columbia University School of Medicine.
• Served as Chief of Orthopedics at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Hospital.
• Former Head of Orthopedic and Traumatology Surgery at American Hospital.
• Performs knee and hip prostheses along with carpal tunnel and limb lengthening surgeries.

Dr. Mehmet Akif Gogusgeren is a neurosurgeon at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed thousands of surgeries and specializes in minimally invasive microscopic procedures. Dr. Gogusgeren focuses on achieving results through small incisions to ensure patient safety. He practices at an ISO-accredited hospital ranked among the best in Istanbul.

• Performs brain tumor removals, discectomies, and laminectomies.
• Treats complex conditions like spinal stenosis, pituitary adenomas, and brain cysts.
• Uses stem cell therapy for MS, ALS, autism, and spinal cord injuries.
• Provides patients with direct mobile access for post-surgical peace of mind.

Dr. Talip Asil is a neurologist and stroke specialist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He completed a one-year stroke fellowship at the University of Calgary in Canada. Dr. Asil specializes in interventional neurology, dementia, and movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease. He serves patients at a TEMOS-accredited facility known for its neurosurgery and vascular care.

• Completed interventional neurology training at Bezmialem Vakıf University.
• Treats complex conditions including multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and spinal cord stroke.
• Managed neurological cases as a consultant in Bahrain.
• Performs specialized therapies such as plasmapheresis and video-EEG monitoring.

Dr. Meryem Keceli Basaran is an Associate Professor and pediatric gastroenterologist at Biruni University Hospital. She specializes in digestion, hepatology, and nutrition for children. Dr. Basaran is a member of ESPGHAN, the European authority on pediatric gastroenterology. She manages gastrointestinal food allergies and inflammatory conditions like Crohn’s disease. She works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital in Istanbul.

• Specializes in care before and after liver transplantation.
• Treats irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Expert in managing chronic diarrhea, malabsorption, and faecal incontinence.
• Performs specialized diagnostic colonoscopies and gastroscopies with biopsy.

Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.

• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards.
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• Provides expert treatment for complex mitral valve repair and carotid artery surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and edited a major vascular surgery textbook.

Dr. Selami Sozubir is a pediatric surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in genitourinary reconstruction and newborn surgery. Dr. Sozubir completed a fellowship at the UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, USA. He has authored over 60 scientific publications with nearly 1,000 citations.

• Expert in hypospadias repair and congenital urinary system abnormalities.
• Winner of the Best Research Study at the National Pediatric Surgery Congress.
• Treats complex pediatric abdominal conditions and oncological cases.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus.

Dr. Hilmi Apak is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in bone marrow transplantation, CAR T-cell therapy, and leukemia chemotherapy. Dr. Apak is the current Head of Department at Istanbul University Department of Pediatrics.

• Published over 70 international medical articles on pediatric oncology research.
• Treats complex conditions like lymphoma, neuroblastoma, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Served as a board member of the Turkish Pediatric Society.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Cengiz Sen is a professor of orthopedics at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in revision arthroplasty, congenital limb deformities, and complex orthopedic disorders in children. Dr. Sen is a pioneer in using stem cell therapy to treat degenerative joint diseases. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with 15 operating rooms and robotic surgical systems.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and complex limb lengthening surgery.
• Treats infected nonunion and pseudoarthrosis using bone deformity correction.
• Published numerous articles on total knee replacement and orthopedic infections.
• Winner of the AOTT Oral Presentation Award for clinical achievements.

Dr. Murat Ugurlucan is a professor and cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement and surgery for congenital heart defects in children. Dr. Ugurlucan completed a research fellowship at the University of Rostock in Germany. He also trained at the King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia.

• Winner of the national vascular surgery oral presentation award.
• Performs open heart surgery, coronary bypass, and carotid endarterectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Idris Sertbas is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He performs complex brain and spine surgeries for adults and children. Dr. Sertbas treats brain tumors, hydrocephalus, and craniosynostosis. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that partners with Boston Children’s Hospital.

• Performs neuromodulation including deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease.
• Treats trigeminal neuralgia, epilepsy, and severe spasticity with specialized surgical implants.
• Performs spine stabilization, vertebroplasty, and kyphosis surgery for complex spinal fractures.
• Treats vascular conditions such as aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations.

Dr. Nail Paksoy is an associate professor of medical oncology at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). Dr. Paksoy specializes in lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers. He uses modern immunotherapy and targeted therapy protocols. His clinic is JCI-accredited for high safety standards.

• Served as a subinvestigator in over 8 international clinical trials for Roche and Pfizer.
• Authored over 40 research articles in journals indexed by SCI and SSCI.
• Completed dual fellowships in allergy-immunology and medical oncology.
• Treats complex sarcomas and renal cell carcinomas with systemic therapies.

Dr. Mehmet Alpay Cal is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in neuro-oncological surgery, spinal procedures, and pediatric neurosurgery. Dr. Cal focuses on complex cases like brain tumors, spinal stenosis, and arteriovenous malformations. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for international patient care.

• Performs specialized procedures including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and CyberKnife radiosurgery.
• Treats specific conditions such as Chiari malformation and vestibular schwannoma.
• Published research on brain tumor markers and surgical techniques for cervical corpectomy.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

Dr. Murat Ayhan is an associate professor of medical oncology at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of breast, lung, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Ayhan is a prolific researcher with over 30 published scientific articles. He focuses on molecular oncology and targeted drug therapies for metastatic conditions.

• Participates in international clinical trials for novel breast and lung cancer treatments.
• Authored several medical book chapters on targeted agents and oncological emergencies.
• Expert in utilizing FDG PET/CT imaging to predict treatment responses in breast cancer.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital recognized for colorectal surgery excellence.

Dr. Buse Cagla Ari is an associate professor of neurology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. She focuses on movement disorders, dementia, and chronic headaches. Dr. Ari is a member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. She specializes in botulinum toxin injections for both migraines and movement disorders.

• Uses nerve blocks and botulinum toxin to treat complex headache disorders.
• Treats Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and Alzheimer’s disease.
• Conducts diagnostic sleep studies including polysomnography and sleep latency tests.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul with 50 specialty departments.

Dr. Ayhan Ozturk is a neurologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He specializes in clinical neurophysiology and the treatment of complex demyelinating diseases. Dr. Ozturk focuses on neuromuscular junction disorders and motor neuron diseases like ALS. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its center of excellence in robotic surgery.

• Holds a minor specialization in Clinical Neurophysiology.
• Treats neurodegenerative conditions including Alzheimer’s disease and epilepsy.
• Expertise in managing peripheral neuropathy and multiple sclerosis.
• Performs neurological diagnostics including EEG and brain biopsy.

Dr. Yunus Imren is an orthopedic surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic knee and hip replacement and prosthesis revision surgery. Dr. Imren completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at Maltepe University. He also served as an orthopedic trauma research assistant at Yale University.

• Uses robotic systems for high-precision joint replacement and deformity correction.
• Treats complex conditions including developmental hip dysplasia and meniscus tears.
• Earned a master’s degree in joint surgery from the University of Health Science.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a center of excellence for robotic surgery.

Dr. Abdullah Ozkardes is a neurologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. Dr. Ozkardes provides stem cell therapy and deep brain stimulation (DBS). He previously served as Chief Physician at Kutahya Air Hospital.

• Specializes in neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's and muscular dystrophy.
• Performs rehabilitation using robotic exoskeleton and anti-gravity treadmill systems.
• Provides diagnostics including video-EEG monitoring and brainstem evoked response audiometry.
• Is a member of the Turkish Medical Association and the DGCA Health Board.