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Dr. Ayse Kubat Uzum is an endocrinologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She serves as Vice President of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases. Dr. Uzum specializes in treating diabetes, thyroid nodules, and pituitary gland disorders. She conducts research on metabolic parameters following gastric bypass surgery.

• Earned awards for clinical research at the National Diabetes Congress.
• Treats complex conditions like autoimmune thyroiditis and adrenal adenomas.
• Member of the European Society of Endocrinology and the Endocrine Society.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Sinem Iliaz is a pulmonologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She is a member of the European Respiratory Society. Dr. Iliaz treats lung cancer, interstitial lung disease, and sleep apnea. She won third prize in the ERS Respiratory Championship as part of the Turkey team.

• Earned multiple research awards from the Turkish Thoracic Society.
• Treats complex conditions like pulmonary embolism and COPD.
• Performs lung cancer surgery and pneumonectomy procedures.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited medical facility.

Dr. Kubilay Ukinc is an endocrinologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in diabetes, thyroid disorders, and metabolic diseases. He treats complex hormone-related conditions including adrenal and pituitary diseases. Dr. Ukinc provides care for both male and female reproductive hormone imbalances.

• Specializes in obesity management and hypertension.
• Treats autoimmune thyroiditis and parathyroid diseases.
• Expertise in managing low blood sugar conditions.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

Dr. Mehmet Yigit is an internal medicine specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He treats chronic conditions like diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and hypertension. Dr. Yigit also manages gastrointestinal disorders and connective tissue diseases. He graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in complex thyroid diseases and hypertension management.
• Treats digestive issues including gastritis and irritable bowel syndrome.
• Served as Assistant Chief Physician at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus.
• Held pharmaceutical leadership roles at Recordati, AbbVie, and Novo Nordisk.

Dr. Mirac Turan is a urologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He specializes in andrology and functional urology. Dr. Turan previously served as the Chief Physician at Şebinkarahisar State Hospital. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for surgical excellence.

• Performs flexible ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy for intrarenal stones.
• Treats general urological conditions and male reproductive health issues.
• Researches oxidative stress factors and resistive index in varicocele.
• Practices at a clinic designated as a Center of Excellence for robotic surgery.

Dr. Sercan Yilmaz is a urological surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in laser prostate surgeries and robotic procedures. Dr. Yilmaz is a member of the American Urological Association. He treats complex conditions like prostatic hyperplasia and urethral stenosis.

• Performs HoLEP and ThuFLEP laser prostate surgeries.
• Expertise includes robotic transperineal prostate MRI and ultrasound fusion biopsy.
• Sits on the boards of the European Society of Urology and the Society of Endourology.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a recognized robotic surgery center of excellence.

Dr. Erkan Cakir is a pediatric pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in treating acute and chronic respiratory problems in children. Dr. Cakir focuses on asthma, cystic fibrosis, and breathing disorders during sleep. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for high safety standards.

• Performs bronchoscopic diagnosis and specialized treatment procedures for young patients.
• Treats complex respiratory conditions including tuberculosis and chronic infections.
• Member of the European Respiratory Society (ERS).
• Served as a board member for the Pediatric Chest Diseases Association.

Dr. Baris Nuhoglu is a urologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Dr. Nuhoglu performs complex procedures for prostate cancer, urolithiasis, and urethral strictures. He treats adult and pediatric patients at a TEMOS-accredited university facility.

• Member of the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology.
• Performs high intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) for prostate conditions.
• Expert in reconstructive urology including urethroplasty and uretheroplasty.
• Treats male infertility conditions such as varicocele and azoospermia.

Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a professor and pediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in complex heart procedures for children. These include heart valve replacements and open heart surgery. Dr. Zeybek earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He later completed a fellowship at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital.

• Performs interventional procedures like radiofrequency ablation and coronary stenting.
• Treats congenital conditions including Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Expertise in cardiac valve plastic surgery and aortic aneurysm repair.
• Works at Uniqacare Clinic, which serves 433,000 patients annually.

Dr. Ugur Boylu is a Professor of Urology at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic surgery, urological oncology, and endourology. Dr. Boylu completed a specialized fellowship at Tulane University School of Medicine in the United States.

• Published over 70 scientific papers and contributed to 20 medical books.
• Awarded Best First Paper at the National Urology Congress.
• Treats complex conditions like prostate cancer, kidney cysts, and urolithiasis.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a robotic surgery center of excellence.

Dr. Sefanur Dalarslan Karakaya is a functional medicine physician at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on medical nutrition, autoimmune diseases, and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Karakaya holds 5-module functional medicine training and certification in medical nutrition counseling. She works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital that serves patients from Europe and the USA.

• Specializes in treating obesity, insulin resistance, and liver diseases.
• Certified in homeopathy and phytotherapy for holistic patient care.
• Treats complex conditions like intestinal permeability and histamine sensitivity.
• Manages autoimmune disorders through epigenetics and elimination diets.

Dr. Emrah Ozdemir is an interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed thousands of procedures, focusing on radial angiography and complex coronary interventions. Dr. Ozdemir trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a recognized reference center for cardiology in Turkey. He treats conditions like atherosclerosis, hypertension, and arrhythmia using non-surgical techniques.

• Expertise in transradial angiography, performing procedures through the patient's arm.
• Treats challenging coronary and peripheral vascular cases.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital.

Dr. Ismail Biri is a general surgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He is the first in Turkey to perform postpartum laparoscopic SCOLA repairs. This method treats complex abdominal hernias and diastasis recti simultaneously. Dr. Biri treats obesity, oncological conditions, and digestive disorders at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs laparoscopic gastric sleeve and endoscopic gastroplasty procedures.
• Treats gallbladder disease in pregnant women during the 2nd and 3rd trimesters.
• Specializes in oncological surgery for liver, stomach, and colon cancers.
• Uses trans-cystic choledochal irrigation for bile duct stones during surgery.

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Dr. Cuneyt Kocas is a cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and hypertension. Dr. Kocas treats heart conditions using both diagnostic and interventional methods. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with a hybrid operating room.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial stenting for vascular health.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI.
• Conducts complex procedures like cardiac valve repair and coronary bypass surgery.