Brain MRI Doctors Abroad — Page 10

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. 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. Ugur Yayla is an ophthalmologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vitreo-retinal surgery and treats complex conditions like retinopathy of prematurity. Dr. Yayla completed a specialized fellowship in medical retina at Gazi University. He works at a center that serves over 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs retinal detachment surgery and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) procedures.
• Specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement and multifocal lens implants.
• Provides laser vision correction including LASIK, LASEK, and SmartSight techniques.
• Treats glaucoma using laser trabeculoplasty and surgical intervention.

Dr. Suleyman Oflu is a psychiatrist at Private Yüzyıl Hospital in Izmit. He treats a wide range of mental health conditions, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Dr. Oflu manages hospitalization for patients requiring intensive psychological support. He also specializes in treating addiction and substance use disorders.

• Provides diagnostic services using EEG and Brain MRI for mental health assessment.
• Treats personality disorders including borderline, narcissistic, and antisocial types.
• Specializes in pediatric and adult care for schizophrenia and autism spectrum disorders.
• Practices at Private Yüzyıl Hospital, a member of the Turkish Society for Quality.

Dr. François Lechanoine is a neurosurgeon at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. He has performed over 2,500 surgeries. This includes 1,600 procedures as the lead surgeon. He specializes in complex brain and spine conditions. Dr. Lechanoine founded the UBE surgical training center at his hospital.

• Holds diplomas from the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies and Eurospine.
• Expert in minimally invasive spine procedures like Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy.
• Treats complex cases including brainstem conditions and pituitary adenomas.
• Works at Maria Cecilia Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Italy.

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. Nikolaos Papadopoulos, MD, PhD, is an internist with expertise in hepatology and over 25 years of hospital practice. He is the Director of the Internal Medicine Department at IASYS Clinic. He supervises inpatient care, promotes patient safety, and coordinates comprehensive management, including surgical and other complex cases.

He graduated from the Medical School of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (SSAS). He completed his specialty training in Internal Medicine at Sotiria General Hospital and trained in clinical hepatology at Hippokration. He earned a PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He led the 2nd Department of Internal Medicine at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens (401 GMHA) and has served at both 401 GMHA and NIMTS. He has numerous publications in international journals and is an active conference participant.

Dr. Fernández heads the Neurosurgery Department at HM Hospitales in Madrid. He uses brain MRI to guide surgical planning for complex neurological conditions.

• Coordinates neurological care across the prestigious HM Hospitales network
• Expertise in brain tumor surgery and skull base procedures
• Leads a department focused on advanced neuro-oncology and surgical interventions

Dr. Lopez Ibor leads the Pediatric Oncology Unit at HM Hospitales. She uses brain MRI to diagnose and monitor solid tumors in children and teenagers.

• Trained in pediatric oncology and hematology at the University of Maryland
• Serves as an expert consultant for the WHO and UNESCO
• Consults for the Spanish Ministry of Health on pediatric cancer care
• Specializes in treating neuroblastoma and aggressive brain tumors in pediatric patients
• Member of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology

Dr. José Angel Obeso leads the HM CINAC Integral Neurosciences Centre. He uses brain MRI to evaluate complex movement disorders like Parkinson's and dystonia.

• Authored over 350 research articles on brain function and movement disorders
• Maintains an h-index of 78 indicating major global scientific impact
• Pioneered Continuous Dopaminergic Stimulation to help stabilize motor functions
• Directs a specialized neurosciences center focusing on advanced brain activity
• Founded the Movement Disorders Group within the Spanish Neurology Society

Dr. Burcak Ekinci Evci is a neurologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She received the TND – Schering-Plough Proceedings of the Year Award for neurologal research. Dr. Evci specializes in electroneurophysiology, epilepsy, and complex headaches. She publishes research on genetic links in temporal lobe epilepsy and movement disorders.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa and Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.
• Expert in EEG, MRI, and CT diagnostics for neurological conditions.
• Performs medication management for epilepsy and treats trigeminal facial pain.
• Works at a hospital with 95.4 points in Healthcare Quality Standards.

Dr. Hakan Ozalp is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vascular and spine neurosurgery. Dr. Ozalp completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Insubria in Italy. He previously served as a lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine.

• Performs complex brain aneurysm repair and arteriovenous malformation surgery.
• Specializes in endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion.
• Treats brain tumors using transnasal resection and stereotaxic radiosurgery.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using PET-CT and TrueBeam STx technology.

With an extensive career spanning over four decades, the doctor is a distinguished specialist in pediatrics and neonatal neurology. Following residency at Gazi University, the doctor served as an assistant professor and played a pivotal role in establishing the Pediatric Neurology Department. International experience includes clinical work at the Royal Free Hospital and Great Ormond Street Hospital in London.

The doctor is recognized for pioneering hypothermia treatment in Turkey and advancing neonatal neurocritical care. Further contributions include establishing high-risk infant monitoring clinics and founding the Turkish Childhood MS Working Group. The doctor continues to provide significant academic and clinical expertise in neurodevelopmental fields.