Best Basic Check-up Doctors Abroad

Dr. Banu Erkalma is a nephrologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in kidney transplantation and chronic renal failure management. Dr. Erkalma is a member of the European Renal Association–European Dialysis and Transplant Association. She previously practiced at Acıbadem International Hospital and Istanbul Medeniyet University City Hospital.

• Treats complex conditions like glomerulonephritis, cystic kidney diseases, and hypertension.
• Performs specialized procedures including kidney biopsies and peritoneal dialysis.
• Expertise in managing genetic kidney diseases and acute renal failure.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Esra Bahadir Ulger is a radiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She performs medical check-ups and diagnostic imaging. Dr. Ulger provides online consultations for remote image reviews. She works at a JCI-accredited facility.

The hospital has 276 beds and 50 physicians. Dr. Ulger uses the clinic’s diagnostic infrastructure to identify medical conditions. Medipol Acibadem District Hospital is one of the newest medical centers in the region.

Dr. Ilker Tolga Özgen is a professor of pediatric endocrinology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He won multiple first prizes for research on Turner syndrome and precocious puberty. Dr. Özgen treats growth retardation, diabetes, and thyroid disorders. He serves patients at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital in a modern campus.

• Specializes in puberty problems and menstrual irregularities in adolescent girls.
• Treats metabolic issues including obesity and adrenal gland disorders.
• Clinical focus includes pituitary disorders and genital abnormalities in boys.
• Member of the Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Association.

Dr. Kamil Ozdil is a professor of gastroenterology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He won the National Scholar Award for his research on Helicobacter Pylori therapies. Dr. Ozdil treats complex liver cirrhosis and inflammatory bowel diseases. He works at a TEMOS-accredited university facility with over 130 specialist doctors.

• Performs specialized procedures like EUS, ERCP, and endoscopic mucosal resection.
• Expert in stomach balloon placement for weight management and gastric health.
• Winner of multiple national prizes for research in hepatitis and ulcerative colitis.
• Member of the Turkish Gastroenterology and Hepatitis Infections Union associations.

Dr. Thanyalak Pansotthee is an oral rehabilitation specialist at Chiangmai International Dental Clinic. She performs restorative dental treatments, including tooth reshaping and whitening. Dr. Pansotthee treats paradontosis and performs professional teeth cleaning.

• Works at a clinic serving 3,500+ patients annually in Chiang Mai.
• Works at an official provider for the Straumann Dental Implant System.
• Works at a facility partnered with Ivoclar Vivadent for dental materials.
• Treats patients at a clinic licensed by the Thai Ministry of Public Health.

Dr. Alaattin Yildiz is a nephrologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a two-time winner of the Turkish Society of Nephrology oral presentation prize. He focuses on kidney transplants, dialysis, and diabetic kidney disease.

• Completed a clinical fellowship at Harvard Medical School in Massachusetts.
• Studied podocyte biology as an ISN fellow at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
• Performs specialized procedures including kidney biopsy and urethroscopic lithotripsy.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 70 specialized departments.

Dr. Punyada Intapibool is a dental implantologist and prosthodontist at Chiangmai International Dental Clinic. She specializes in oral rehabilitation and complex dental implant methods. Dr. Intapibool earned her Master of Science in dentistry with a specific focus on implantology. She treats conditions like parodontosis and manages full mouth restorations.

• Specializes in dental implantology and prosthodontics at a JCI-accredited facility.
• Obtained her DDS and Master of Science from Chiang Mai University.
• Performs procedures at an official Straumann dental implant system provider clinic.
• Works within Thailand's largest dental network with over 20 years of service.