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Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu

  • 5 Excellent 46 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Dr. Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu is a skilled surgeon with expertise in general, laparoscopic, robotic, endocrine, and bariatric surgery. He received his medical degree and completed his surgical training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey’s top medical schools.

    Dr. Tekelioglu is known for his work in minimally invasive and robotic surgery. These techniques help patients recover faster and with fewer complications. He has performed many successful surgeries in his areas of focus and holds accreditation from leading medical boards. His dedication to quality care is shown in his strong surgical results and high patient satisfaction.

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Operation Marmara (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy)
$7,000 - $7,000
Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $18,000
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Trid Lansai

  • 4.2 Good 9 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Asia Cosmetic Hospital
  • Dr. Trid Lansai: Sculpting Beauty with Precision at Asia Cosmetic Hospital

    Dr. Trid Lansai, a distinguished Plastic Surgeon based in Bangkok, Thailand, practices his artistry at Asia Cosmetic Hospital, specializing in Buttock Augmentation and Front Cheekbone Surgery. With a focus on enhancing both body and facial features, Dr. Trid is dedicated to helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals through precise and transformative procedures.

    The Art of Curves: Dr. Trid's Expertise in Buttock Augmentation

    Known for his expertise in Buttock Augmentation, Dr. Trid Lansai is a sculptor of curves, providing patients with natural and proportional enhancements. His mastery in this specialized procedure has earned him acclaim for delivering results that not only meet but exceed the expectations of those seeking a fuller and shapelier buttock profile.

    Front Cheekbone Sculpting: Dr. Trid's Unique Approach to Facial Harmony

    In the realm of facial aesthetics, Dr. Trid specializes in Front Cheekbone Surgery, offering patients the opportunity to redefine their facial contours. His unique approach combines surgical precision with an artistic eye, ensuring that each patient achieves a harmonious and balanced appearance while maintaining the natural essence of their facial features.

    Dr. Trid's Academic and Professional Journey

    Dr. Trid Lansai's academic journey is marked by excellence, including a degree in Plastic Surgery. His commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of the latest advancements in his field positions him as a leader in the world of aesthetic surgery.

    Dr. Trid's Approach to Individualized Transformations

    Dr. Trid Lansai is known for his patient-centric approach, recognizing the individuality of each patient's desires and anatomy. His consultations are thorough, ensuring that the chosen procedures align with the unique goals and expectations of those seeking his expertise.

    Dr. Trid's Contribution to Plastic Surgery in Bangkok, Thailand

    Beyond his specialization in Buttock Augmentation and Front Cheekbone Surgery, Dr. Trid Lansai is recognized for his contributions to aesthetic innovation. His involvement in research and adoption of advanced techniques underscores his commitment to providing patients with cutting-edge and effective cosmetic solutions.

    Crafting Timeless Beauty Through Surgical Mastery

    As a Plastic Surgeon at Asia Cosmetic Hospital, Dr. Trid Lansai stands as a beacon of excellence in the art of sculpting beauty. Whether reshaping buttocks or refining facial contours, his surgical mastery and commitment to individualized care contribute to crafting timeless beauty for each patient under his expert hands.

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Tummy tuck
$127,500 - $152,500
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$1,689 - $1,689
Gastric bypass
$7,678 - $10,749
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Fatih Mehmet Ucar

  • 5 Excellent 46 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Education and Experience

    2019 – Present
    Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
    Cardiology Department

    2019
    Germany Lübeck Hospital Arrhythmia Clinic
    Electrophysiology Training

    2018
    Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
    Associate Professor, Department of Cardiology

    2017
    TC. Ministry of Health Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Ankara
    Electrophysiology Training

    2015
    Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
    Assistant Professor

    2013
    Cleveland Clinic, United States
    Observant Doctor

    2013
    TC. Ministry of Health Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Ankara
    Specialization

    2008
    Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine
    Medical Education

    Memberships

    Turkish Cardiology Association, Member

    European Society of Cardiology

    European Arrhythmia Association (EHRA)

     

     

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Operation Marmara (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy)
$7,000 - $7,000
Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $18,000
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Sefik Igdem

  • 5 Excellent 46 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Dr. Sefik Igdem is a respected radiation oncologist with 37 years of experience. He is known for his skill in advanced cancer treatments. Dr. Igdem specializes in radiotherapy, intensity-modulated radiation therapy, 3D conformal radiation therapy, and image-guided radiotherapy. He focuses mainly on prostate cancer and head and neck cancers.

    Dr. Igdem has played a key role in bringing new technologies and conformal treatments to radiation oncology. He has also completed a retrospective analysis of 600 postmenopausal breast cancer cases. This work shows his commitment to evidence-based care. His broad clinical experience and focus on innovation have made him a leader in his field.

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Operation Marmara (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy)
$7,000 - $7,000
Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $18,000
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Lutfi Hanoglu

  • 4.6 Excellent 471 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Neurologist
Lung cancer surgery
$11,500 - $14,000
Breast cancer surgery
$4,000 - $10,000
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Firas Fahum

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Immunotherapy
$5,620 - $5,620
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Baris Topcular

  • 5 Excellent 46 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • General Information and Presentation

    He completed his primary education at Şenlikköy Primary School and his secondary education at the Istek Foundation Florya Bilge Kagan High School. He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2001. He completed his specialist education in Istanbul Medical Faculty Neurology Department in 2006. In 2006 he worked at the Neurology Clinic and the PharmaZentrum Research Center of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Basel, Switzerland. Between 2007 and 2011, Bakırköy Prof. Dr. He worked at Mazhar Osman Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Training and Research Hospital in the 3rd Neurology Clinic and in the Dementia and Movement Disorders policlinics. Since October 2011, he has been working at Istanbul University of Science, Faculty of Medicine, Neurology, USA.

     

    Experience

    İstanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine Neurology, 

    Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital 

    Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital Neurology Clinics, 

    Gayrettepe Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital PET department.

     

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Operation Marmara (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy)
$7,000 - $7,000
Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $18,000
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Lidar Zvi

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Education

    • 1988-1991 Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Tel Aviv University.
    • 1991-1995, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.

    Specialization

    • Internship: 1996-2002, Department of Neurosurgery, Sheba Hospital, Tel Hashomer.
    • Specializes in small and open spine surgery, Milwaukee, WI, USA.

    Recognized experience

    • Neurosurgery specialist
    • Spine surgery

    Continuous education

    • 2002-2004, Postgraduate education in spine surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, USA.
    • 2004 Advanced training in minimally invasive spine surgery, Memphis, USA.
    • 2004 Director of the Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Course, Medical College of Wisconsin, USA.
    • 2005 Advanced training in oncological diseases of the spine, Kanazawa, Japan.

    Clinical experience

    • 1995-1996 Internship at the Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer.
    • 1996-2002 Internship, Department of Neurosurgery, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer.
    • 2002-2004 Specialization in spine surgery and minimally invasive surgery Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.
    • 2004 - Currently Senior Physician and Director of the Spinal Surgery Department of the Neurosurgery Department at Tel Aviv Medical Center.

    Academic experience

    • A practitioner for American students at the Tel Aviv University School of Medicine.
    • Lecturer for medical students at the Tel Aviv University Faculty of Medicine.
    • Lecturer for interns in orthopedics as part of further education at Tel Aviv University.
    • Lecturer at the Tel Aviv Medical Center School of Nursing.
    • Spine biomechanical researcher at the Medical College of Wisconsin Research Laboratory, USA.
    • Researcher and developer of spine surgery with a miniature approach. European Neurological Association Guidelines for Tiny Spine Surgery.

    Attending conferences

    About 50 scientific presentations at national and international conferences

    Professional publications

    About 50 publications in international professional journals.

    Membership in associations

    • Membership in the World Neurosurgical Association WFNS.
    • Membership in the American Spine Association (NASS).
    • Israel Medical Association.
    • Israel Neurosurgical Association.
    • Israel Spinal Association.
    • American Association of Neurological Surgeons.

    Areas of special interest and activities

    • Minimally invasive spine surgeries.
    • Treatment of oncological diseases of the spine.
    • Study of the biomechanics of spinal implants.
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Immunotherapy
$5,620 - $5,620
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Gunay Mammadova

  • 4.5 Good 234 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Ulus
  • Areas of Interests

    • All skin, hair and nail diseases
    • Aesthetic and cosmetic dermatological applications
    • Dogol botox (wrinkle treatment, player botox)
    • Sweating Botox
    • Filling applications
    • Stem cell therapies, exosome therapy
    • Mesotherapy (hair and face mesotherapy, Paris glow)
    • PRP
    • Spot treatments
    • Laser treatment applications
    • Non-surgical skin rejuvenation
    • Youth vaccinations
    • Acne and acne scar treatment
    • Eczema, seborrhoeic dermatitis, urticaria, allergic skin diseases, rosacea, psoriasis
    • HPV, sexually transmitted diseases
    • Cryotherapy, electrocauterisation, applications
    • Nevus (mole) examination, follow-up and surgical mole removal
    • Dermatological surgical procedures

    Education:

    • Mersin Hacı Sabancı Anatolian High School
    • Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
    • Çukurova University Department of Dermatological and Venereal Diseases

    Experience:

    • Liv Hospital Ulus
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Breast lift
$3,280 - $3,830
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Murat Atay

  • 5 Excellent 46 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Education:

    Teaching course on “Lymphatic mapping and sentinel node”

    June 1998, MDA Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA

     

    General Surgery

    Feb. 1993 – Dec. 1996, Şişli Etfal Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

     

    General Surgery

    May 1990 – Jan. 1993, Lille University Hospital, Lille, France 

     

    M.D.

    1983 – 1990, Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey

     

    Experience

     

    Attending General Surgeon, Jan. 1998 – present 

    F.N. Metropolitan Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

    American Cancer Center, Breast Surgery

     

    Attending General Surgeon, 1996 – present 

    Medmar Diagnostic Center, Istanbul, Turkey

    Diagnosis and monitoring with sophisticated techniques 

     

    General Surgeon, 1996 – 1998

    Guzelbahce Medical Center and Yeditepe Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

    Specializing in breast and thyroid surgery

     

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Operation Marmara (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy)
$7,000 - $7,000
Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $18,000
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Ozlem Cholak

  • 5 Excellent 46 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Dr. Ozlem Cholak is a Professor and Head of the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Demiroğlu University of Science and Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals. She is an expert in microsurgery, breast surgery, body reshaping, and facial aesthetics. Dr. Cholak graduated among the top three students at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her residency at Ankara Training and Research Hospital.

    She has held key academic and clinical positions, including Consultant Specialist at Health Sciences University Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Cholak has also led humanitarian surgical missions in Jordan and Uzbekistan. She received the Second Prize at the Turkish Society of Surgery Congress and the AAEF Surgical Forum in Breast Symposium for her research and clinical presentations.

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Operation Marmara (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy)
$7,000 - $7,000
Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $18,000
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Ursula Scholz Chief Physician Breast Center

  • 4.6 Excellent 129 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Germany, Hamburg, Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
  • PD Dr. med. Scholz is Chief Physician of the Breast Pathology Center at Asklepios Barmbek in Hamburg. One in four breast cancer patients in Hamburg is treated here. Care follows current clinical standards.

    For five years in a row, FOCUS magazine has ranked the Asklepios Barmbek Clinic’s Mammology Center among the best in Germany. The ranking covers breast cancer treatment.

    PD Dr. med. Scholz and her deputy, Dr. med. Hoffele, operate on at least 50 patients each month.

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Radiotherapy
$9,304 - $15,118
Immunotherapy
$4,652 - $8,141
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Salih Murat Imer

  • 5 Excellent 46 reviews
  • 40 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Salih Murat İmer is a neurosurgeon with over 30 years of experience. He founded and led the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital. He has written 68 scientific articles and contributed to 9 book chapters. Dr. İmer has also presented at 33 international congresses, showing his influence in neurosurgery worldwide.

    Dr. İmer holds advanced certifications in functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, Leksell Gamma Knife radiosurgery, and endoscopic spine surgery. He received specialized training in several European countries. He has worked with leading experts such as Prof. Matti Vapalahti and Prof. Juha Hernesniemi. Through these collaborations, he has helped improve neurosurgical practice and education around the world.

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Operation Marmara (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy)
$7,000 - $7,000
Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $18,000
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Kittipong Wantavornprasert

  • 5 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Wansiri Hospital
  • Dr. Kittipong Wantavornprasert

    ㆍDERMATOLOGIST

     

    Education Background

    ㆍ2022

    - Fellowship in Laser & Cosmetic Dermatology

    - Greater Miami Skin & Laser Center at Mount Sinai Medical

    Center Florida, United States of America

    ㆍ2021-2022

    - Fellowship in Hair and Scalp disorders

    - Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty

    of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand

    ㆍ2017-2020

    - Certified Board of Dermatology

    - Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok

    - Diploma of Dermatology

    - The Medical Council of Thailand

    - Higher Graduate Diploma Program of Clinical Sciences in Dermatology University Council, Chulalongkorn University

    Bangkok, Thailand.

    ㆍ2008-2013

    - Doctor of Medicine (First Class Honor) Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand

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Liposuction
$1,437 - $9,582
Mastectomy
$3,750 - $4,500
Facelift
$3,133 - $13,268
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Renata Kliunkiene

  • 4.7 Excellent 127 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Lithuania, Vilnius, Meliva Kardiolita Hospital
  • Education

    2004 - 2010 Kaunas University of Medicine, Master’s degree, professional qualification of medical doctor
    2011 Kaunas Hospital, therapeutic internship
    2011 - 2015 Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas Clinic, dermatovenereology residency

    Professional experience

    2011 - 2012 Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Eurostars SkinMonitor project “Diagnosis of Skin Cancer Based on ICT Tools”,  junior researcher
    2013 - 2015 Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Clinic of Skin and Venerial Diseases, educational activities, assistant
    2015 Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, doctor’s assistant
    2015 - present Kaunas Dainava Clinic, dermatovenerologist
    2015 - 2016 Biofirst Clinic, dermatovenerologist
    2016 present Kardiolita Hospital, dermatovenerologist

    Professional training

    Internships in Hamburg (Germany), Istanbul (Turkey) and Trieste (Italy)

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Heart Valve Replacement
$16,281 - $16,281
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Mor Midovnik

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Immunotherapy
$5,620 - $5,620
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Mehmet Osman Akcakaya

  • 5 Excellent 46 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Dr. Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is a neurosurgeon with 18 years of experience. He specializes in microneurosurgery and functional neurosurgery. He treats head trauma, brain tumors, Parkinson’s disease, and spinal disorders. Dr. Akcakaya uses advanced surgical techniques for these complex conditions.

    He has received several awards, including the Second Prize for 'Best Oral Presentation' at the Congress of the Nervous System Surgery Society. He completed a 4-year training program with the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS). He also holds the EANS board certificate (Part I). Dr. Akcakaya has completed fellowships in Israel and Germany.

    He is a member of the Turkish Association of Neurosurgery and EANS. He has also served on scientific committees for international courses on endoscopic spine surgery.

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Operation Marmara (microsurgical subinguinal varicocelectomy)
$7,000 - $7,000
Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $18,000
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Mustafa Yavuz Samanci

  • 4.9 Excellent 40 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)
  • Dr. Mustafa Yavuz Samanci is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He has specialized training in stereotactic, functional, and pediatric neurosurgery. Dr. Samanci completed a clinical fellowship in Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. He has also finished advanced programs in spinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulation. He received several TÜBİTAK postdoctoral research fellowships and the Prof. Dr. Hakan Caner Overseas Education Scholarship from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.

    Dr. Samanci is an active member of several national and international neurosurgical societies. These include the Turkish Neurosurgical Society, the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society, and the European Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery. He has served on editorial boards and scientific committees. His work reflects significant contributions to academic neurosurgery and research.

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High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU)
$20,000 - $20,000
Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery (MRgFUS)
$15,750 - $20,000
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Erel Joffe

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Immunotherapy
$5,620 - $5,620
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Merdan Fayda

  • 4.5 Good 234 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Ulus
  • Dr. Merdan Fayda is a radiation oncologist with 19 years of experience in radio-oncology. He has studied at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Istanbul and studied radiosurgery at the University of North Carolina (USA). He conducts 4D-radiotherapy, IMRT, MRI, CT, and PET-CT. He has participated in 16 international conferences, and is a member of 3 organizations.

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Breast lift
$3,280 - $3,830
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