MRI of one area Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Dr. Ebru Altindag is an associate professor and neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specializes in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology. Dr. Altindag has won multiple first prizes at National Epilepsy Congresses for her research publications. She also treats Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and neurodegenerative conditions.

• Expertise in video-EEG monitoring and electroencephalography (EEG).
• Member of the Association of Child Neurology and Neuroimmunology.
• Winner of the Kenan Tükel publishing award for research on seizure semiology.
• Recipient of a scientific research support award from the Turkish Epilepsy Association.

Dr. Gazioglu is a neurosurgery specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on neurological cases requiring precise MRI of one area to evaluate brain and spinal health.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in endoscopic pituitary surgery – a minimally invasive method to treat brain tumors
• Trained at Necker-Enfants Malades Hospital in Paris on complex neurosurgical techniques
• Specializes in evaluating anatomy of the insular-hippocampal region for epilepsy cases
• Experienced in evaluating thoracolumbar trauma and spinal imaging results

Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has over 25 years of clinical and academic experience in the field of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He specializes in hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery.

He was born in Istanbul in 1971. He completed his elementary, middle, and high school education in Istanbul. In 1988, he was admitted to Istanbul University’s Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, where he began his medical education, and graduated with a medical degree in 1994.

Between 1994 and 1996, he fulfilled his mandatory service as a general practitioner in Artvin. In 1996, he passed the Medical Specialization Exam (TUS) and began his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology. In 2001, he completed his residency at Taksim Training and Research Hospital and earned the title of Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Following his residency, he completed his mandatory service at Van State Hospital and subsequently worked at Beykoz State Hospital. He later worked as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital, where he had the opportunity to work with many experienced surgeons in his field.

As part of his professional development, he served as an observer physician at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, USA. He later worked at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital and was appointed Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology in 2018.

He retired in 2023 and began working at Florence Nightingale Ataşehir Hospital that same year. In 2024, he was appointed as a professor at Demiroğlu Science University after being promoted to the rank of professor.

After a brief stint at Mecidiyeköy Environmental Hospital, Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has been serving as a Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology at NPİSTANBUL Hospital since June 2026.

He is married and an avid animal lover.

Dr. Senol Akman is an orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in knee replacement surgery and complex trauma care. Dr. Akman maintains a 90% surgical success rate. He works at a JCI-accredited facility using the low-dose EOS imaging system.

• Published over 15 research papers in respected medical journals.
• Treats bone injuries, joint dislocations, and meniscus tears.
• Expert in open reduction and fixation techniques for fractures.
• Uses advanced methods for joint replacement and heterotopic ossification.

Op. Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgeon. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020 and became a specialist in neurosurgery.

His clinical focus is spine and spinal cord disorders. He completed an observership in the Complex Spinal Surgery Department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgical center in the United Kingdom.

He completed mandatory service in Mardin. He also worked at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has been a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital. He provides care for brain, spine, and peripheral nerve disorders.

Dr. Shencan Acar is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on hepatology and liver disease management. Dr. Acar specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. She previously served as the Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine.

• Authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles.
• Expert in managing complex post-transplant gastrointestinal complications.
• Treats rare conditions like aortoesophageal fistulas and massive hemorrhagic ascites.
• Performs endoscopic interventions for acute gastrointestinal bleeding.

Dr. Hasan Mutlu is a medical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in immunotherapy, targeted cancer therapies, and genetic research in cancer treatment. Dr. Mutlu received his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He holds the title of Professor of Medicine. Dr. Mutlu focuses on organ tumor diagnosis and chemotherapy.

• Specializes in both medical and pediatric oncology cases.
• Treats complex conditions including neuroblastoma, Wilms tumor, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs biological therapies and stays active in next-generation genetic research.
• Works at the Mediterranean region’s largest private hospital with PET-CT and LINAC technology.

Dr. Riza Turkoz is a cardiovascular and pediatric cardiac surgeon at Medical Park Antalya. He specializes in treating complex congenital heart conditions in both children and adults. Dr. Turkoz is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. He performs critical procedures like the Ross procedure, aortic valve replacement, and Tetralogy of Fallot surgery.

• Treats congenital heart diseases including atrial and ventricular septal defects.
• Performs open heart surgery, valvuloplasty, and cardiac valve reconstruction.
• Member of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Association.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

Dr. Saban Sec is a medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He treats breast, lung, gastrointestinal, and rare tumors. Dr. Sec currently represents specialist physicians in the Turkish Medical Oncology Association. He conducted a significant clinical study involving 138 patients with HER2-positive gastric cancer.

• Expertise covers colorectal, prostate, urogenital, head, neck, and salivary gland cancers.
• Authored over 10 peer-reviewed articles on cancer prognosis and survival rates.
• Member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
• Treats patients at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Yasef Özsarfati is a neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has over 40 years of expertise in neurology. He spent a year in the United States researching dementia and behavioral neurology. Dr. Özsarfati earned his professorship at Istanbul University.

• Specializes in the treatment of dementia, epilepsy, and severe headaches.
• Treats complex conditions like Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility and Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital.
• Uses advanced diagnostics including video-EEG monitoring and brain MRI.

Dr. Benal Buyukgebiz is a pediatrician and gastroenterology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She served as the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Yeditepe University. Dr. Buyukgebiz treats complex digestive conditions in children, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients every year.

• Former President of the Phenylketonuria Children Screening and Protection Association, İzmir Branch.
• Maintains membership in the European Metabolic Group and the Liver Research Society.
• Specializes in pediatric nutrition and the management of chronic gastritis and cirrhosis.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy with biopsy and colonoscopy.

Dr. Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a clinical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating complex solid tumors and blood cancers. Dr. Alemdar completed his medical degree and oncology fellowship at Akdeniz University. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.

• Treats a wide range of cancers including breast, lung, and prostate.
• Expert in hematology-oncology for conditions like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma.
• Performs systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted biological therapy.
• Works at a facility that houses specialized oncology-bone marrow units and LINAC technology.

Dr. Abdullah Eren is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed a new Salter osteotomy technique to treat developmental hip dysplasia. This award-winning method eliminates the need for pins during internal fixation. Dr. Eren specializes in pediatric trauma, Perthes disease, and limb lengthening.

• Served as President of the TOTBID Pediatric Orthopedics Branch.
• Founder of the Turkish ASAMI (Ilizarov Applications and Research Center).
• Performed as a long-term trainer for Ilizarov limb lengthening courses.
• Received multiple first-place awards for research on hip dysplasia and septic arthritis.

Dr. Napon Sinthuvanich is an orthopedic surgeon at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in robotic-assisted knee and hip replacement surgery. Dr. Sinthuvanich uses the MAKOplasty system for increased surgical precision. He focuses on anatomical restoration using minimally invasive techniques.

• Performs total, partial, and complex revision joint replacements.
• Treats conditions like knee osteoarthritis, hip fractures, and coxarthrosis.
• Completed specialized training in adult hip and knee reconstructive surgery.
• Practices at KDMS Hospital, Thailand's first AACI-accredited dedicated orthopedic facility.

Dr. Savash Chomlek is an anesthesiologist and algology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice and a certified Interventional Pain Sonologist. Dr. Chomlek uses ultrasound-guided techniques to improve precision in pain management. He treats chronic pain conditions and manages anesthesia for complex surgeries.

• Member of the World Academy of Pain Medicine United and World Institute of Pain.
• Earned his medical degree and specialization from Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa.
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, a JCI-accredited smart facility.
• Focuses on pain management research and the latest interventional anesthesia techniques.

Dr. Thongchai Theerajumyaporn is an orthopedic surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in robotic-assisted spine surgery and joint reconstruction. Dr. Thongchai completed intensive fellowships in spine and joint surgery at UC Davis, California. He is a member of the Royal College of Orthopedic Surgeons of Thailand.

• Certified in robotic spine surgery at the Florida Hospital Nicholson Center.
• Uses PRP and stem cell therapy for musculoskeletal conditions.
• Treats adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and complex pediatric spine deformities.
• Performs total disc replacements and minimally invasive spine procedures.
• Published research on bone morphogenetic proteins and spinal screw placement.