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Dr Irfan Koruk

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

    • General Gastrointestinal Diseases
    • Endoscopic procedures (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, enteroscopy, capsule endoscopy)
    • Interventional endoscopy
    • ERCP
    • Endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS)
    • Cholangioscopy
    • Diseases of the biliary system and pancreas

    Education:
     

    • 1990 -1996 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
    • 1997 - 2001 Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Residency
    • 2001 - 2003 Turkey High Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Gastroenterology Subspecialization
    • 2010 - 2010 State University of New York, USA, Department of Gastroenterology, EUS training program
       

    Experience:
     

    • June 2024 LIV Hospital Ulus Hospital
    • 2018 - 2024 Florence Nightingale Hospitals, Gastroenterology Clinic
    • 2013 - 2018 Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, Gastroenterology Clinic
    • 2008 - 2013 Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology, Assoc. Prof. Dr.
    • 2008 - 2008 Medicalpark Gaziantep Hospital Gastroenterology Clinic
    • 2004 - 2008 Gaziantep State Hospital Gastroenterology Clinic, Endoscopy Unit Founding Physician

    Publications

    • Arhan M, Koklu S, Koksal AS, Yolcu OF, Koruk S, Koruk I, Kayacetin E. Alverine citrate induced acute hepatitis. World J Gastroenterol 2004; 10(15): 2303-4  ISSN: 1007-9327
    • Parlak E, Cicek B, Koruk I, Disibeyaz S, Sahin B. Successful prevention of stent migration caused by placement of a second stent. Endoscopy. 2005; 37(4): 404. ISSN: 0013-726X
    • Koruk I, Ozturk ZA, Köklü S, Koruk S, Ozdede S. Port-site metastasis after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Acta Gastroenterol Belg. 2008; 71(2): 283-4      ISSN:0001-5644
    • Koruk I, Parlak E, Secilmis S, Akdogan M, Koklu S.  Endoscopic sphincteroplasty with large balloon dilatation for extraction of difficult common bile duct stones. Dig Dis Sci. 2008 Jun;53(6):1737-8. ISSN: 0163-2116
    • Ozkaya M, Yuzbasioglu MF, Koruk I, Cakal E, Sahin M, Cakal B. Preoperative detection of insulinomas: two case reports. Cases J. 2008 Nov 29; 1(1): 362  ISSN: 1757-1626
    • Yılmaz Ö, Koruk İ, Çayır K, Koruk M, Yılmaz A. Usefullness of serum insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1) and insulin-like growth factor binding protein-3 (IGFBP-3) for colorectal cancer diagnosis. Int J Hematol Oncol 2009; 19(1): 23-27  ISSN: 1306-133X
    • Savaş C, Koruk İ, Koruk M, Kadayıfçı A, Sarı İ. Association of prion protein with the stage of liver fibrosis in chronic viral hepatitis. Trakya Univ Tip Fak Derg. 2010; 27(4): 373-7. DOI: 10.5174/tutfd.2009.02284.1 ISSN: 1301-3149
    • Buyukberber M, Koruk I, Cıkman O, Koruk M, Kucukoglu ME, Sakman A, Demir O, Sahinoz S. Serum cystatin C measurement in differential diagnosis of intra and extrahepatic cholestatic diseases. Ann Hepatol 2010; 9(1): 58-62  ISSN: 1665-2681
    • Gulsen MT, Koruk I, Dogan M, Beyazit Y. Diagnostic accuracy of cascade stomach by upper gastrointestinal endoscopy in patients with obscure symptoms: A multi-center prospective trial. Clin Res Hepatol Gastroenterol. 2011; 35: 489-93. DOI: 10.1016/j.clinre.2011.03.004         ISSN: 2210-7401
    • Koruk I, Aydın U, Koruk S, Aydınlı M. A newly defined biliary anatomic variation. Turk J Gastroenterol 2011; April 22(2): 232-3  DOI:10.4318/ tjg.2011.0204  ISSN: 1300-4948
    • Koruk İ, Özdemir H, Aydınlı M, Tarakçıoğlu M, Koruk M. The relation between serum Cytokeratin 18 and acute pancreatitis: Can it be a serological predictive marker?. Turk J Gastroenterol. 2011. DOI:10.4318/tjg.2011.0256 ISSN: 1300-4948
    • Aydinli M, Koruk I, Koruk S, Aydin U, Kadayifci A. Intraoperative cholangioscopy with an ultrathin endoscope for hemobilia. Endoscopy 2011;43 Suppl 2 UCTN:E410. doi: 10.1055/s-0030-1256897. Epub 2012 Jan 24
    • Aydinli M, Koruk I, Dag MS, Savas MC, Kadayifci A. Ultrathin endoscopy for gastrointestinal strictures. Digestive Endoscopy 2012 May;24(3):150-3. doi: 10.1111/j.1443-1661.2011.01206.x. Epub 2011 Oct 27                 ISSN: 0915-5635
    • Yılmaz Ö, Koruk İ, Onbaş O, Ozgokce M. Portal venous gas resulting from enteritis in a case with portal hypertension: Case report. Türkiye Klinikleri Tıp Bilimleri Dergisi. 2012; 32 (4): 1195-8 ISSN: 1300-0292
    • Demiryürek S, Koruk I, Bozdag Z, Ozkara E, Kaplan DS, Oztuzcu S, Cetinkaya A, Alasehirli B, Demiryürek AT. Investigation of the esophageal Rho-kinase expression in patients with Barrett's esophagus. Ultrastruct Pathol. 2013 Aug;37(4):284-9. doi: 10.3109/01913123.2013.797064        ISSN: 0191-3123
    • Dag MS, Ozturk ZA, Koruk I, Kısacık B, Gerenli O, Aydınlı M, Kadayıfcı A. Intestinal Behcet's disease with severe pulmonary arterial involvement mimicking ulcerative colitis. Asian Biomedicine. 2013; 7(5): 715-8      ISSN: 1905-7415
    • Dağ MS, Aydınlı M, Oztürk ZA, Türkbeyler IH, Koruk I, Savaş MC, Koruk M, Kadayıfçı A. Drug- and herb-induced liver injury: a case series from a single center. Turk J Gastroenterol. 2014 Feb;25(1):41-5. doi: 10.5152/tjg.2014.4486ISSN: 1300-4948
    • Kadayifci A, Atar M, Parlar S, Balkan A, Koruk I, Koruk M. Transnasal endoscopy is preferred by transoral endoscopy experienced patients. J Gastrointestin Liver Dis. 2014 Mar;23(1):27-31     ISSN: 1841-8724
    • Alasehirli B, Oğuz E, Oksuzler E, Koruk I, Oztuzcu S, Ozkara E, Karakok M, Erbagcı AB, Demiryurek AT. Investigation of intercellular adhesion molecules (ICAMs) gene expressions in patients with Barrett's esophagus. Tumour Biol. 2014 May;35(5):4907-12. doi: 10.1007/s13277-014-1644-3      ISSN: 1010-4283
    • Dag M, Özturk Z, Aydınlı M, Koruk I, Kadayfçı A. Postpartum hepatotoxicity due to herbal medicine Teucrium polium. Ann Saudi Med. 2014 Nov-Dec;34(6):541-3. doi: 10.5144/0256-4947.2014.541        ISSN: 0256-4947
    • Tahtacı M, İbiş M, Koruk İ, Parlak E. Endoscopic removal of fractured basket traction wire. Turk J Gastroenterol. 2014 Dec;25 Suppl 1:324-5. doi: 10.5152/tjg.2014.6582            ISSN: 1300-4948
    • Dağ MS, Koruk İ, Aydınlı M, Çam H, Öztürk ZA, Kadayıfçı A. An unusual cause of esophageal ulcer; sertraline hydrochloride. Turk J Gastroenterol. 2014 Dec;25 Suppl 1:250-1. doi: 10.5152/tjg.2014.4646  ISSN: 1300-4948
    • Balkan A, Yılmaz N, Balkan Y, Koruk İ, Örkmez M, Aydınlı M, Koruk M. Relationship between liver injury and serum cytokeratin 18 levels in asymptomatic hepatitis B virus carriers and in patients with chronic hepatitis B infection. Arab Journal of Gastroenterology. 2017; 18: 98–103                   ISSN: 1687-1979
    • Koruk İ. How to manage difficult cannulation in ERCP. Gastroenterology and Hepatology: Open Access. 2017, 6(3): 00194. DOI: 10.15406/ghoa.2017.06.00194 ISSN: 2373-6372
    • Valori R, Cortas G, de Lange T, Balfaqih OS, de Pater M, Eisendrath P, Falt P, Koruk I, et al.  Performance measures for endoscopy services: A European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) Quality Improvement Initiative.  Endoscopy 2018; 50: 1186–1204   ISSN 0013-726X
    • Koruk S, Koruk I, Mizrak A. A, Bilgi M, Gul R, Bozgeyik S. Dexmedetomidine or midazolam in combination with propofol for sedation in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography: a randomized double blind prospective study. Videosurgery Miniinv. 2020; 15(3): 526-32 doi.org/10.5114/wiitm.2020.95066
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Mehmet Tekin Akpolat

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

    • Chronic kidney disease
    • Hypertension
    • Healthy life
    • Nephritis
    • Blood pressure measurement and devices
    • Salt
    • Chronic patient management
    • Renal transplantation/Dialysis

    Education

    • Tarsus American College (1971-1978)
    • Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Student (1978-1984)
    • Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Resident at Internal Medicine (1987-1991)
    • Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Resident at Nephrology (1991-1993)
       

    Experiences
     

    • Liv Hospital-Ulus/İSTANBUL (2013-)
    • İstinye University School of Medicine, Professor (2016-)
    • Bahçeşehir University School of Medicine, Professor (2013-2015)
    • Eczacıbaşı/Baxter RTS Renal A.Ş. (2012-2012)
    • Ondokuz Mayıs University School of Medicine, Professor (2000-2012)
    • Baylor College of Medicine (Houston, ABD) (2002-2003)
    • Ondokuz Mayıs University School of Medicine, Associate Professor (1994-2000)
    • Ondokuz Mayıs University School of Medicine, Assistant Professor (1993-1994)

    Books

    For patients

    • Hasta Böbrekler (2018): Online book
    • İyi ki Yaş Alıyorum (2018)
    • Ürem Kreatininim Yüksek Diyalizi Nasıl Önlerim (2017): Online book
    • İyi ki Tansiyonum Çıktı (2016)
    • 100 Soruda Hipertansiyon (2013)
    • Böbrek Yetmezliği Hastası El Kitabı (2004)
    • Diyaliz Hastası El Kitabı 2 (2003)
    • Diyaliz Hastası El Kitabı 1 (2002)
    • İçimizdeki Düşman Hipertansiyon (2001)
    • İçimizdeki Düşman Kolesterol (2000)

    For Students/Assistants/Health Professionals

    • Nefroloji Online (2019): Online book
    • Pratik Nefroloji (2019): Online book
    • Temel Sıvı Elektrolit (2018): Online book
    • Hemodiyaliz Hekimi El Kitabı (2010)
    • Nefroloji El Kitabı (2007)
    • Organ Bağışı ve Medya (2007)
    • Günlük Nefroloji ve Böbrek Yetmezliğinde İlaç Kullanımı (2006)
    • Hemodiyaliz Hemşiresi El Kitabı (2001)
    • Hipertansiyon Güncel Sorunlar (1998)
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Peter Heering

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 38 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Professor Dr. Peter Heering is a specialist in nephrology, internal medicine, and hypertension. He has led the Clinic for Nephrology and General Medicine at the Academic Hospital Solingen for over 20 years. Dr. Heering oversees advanced diagnostics and treatment for kidney diseases, high blood pressure, and systemic vasculitis. He has achieved excellent results in treating both acute and chronic kidney failure.

    Dr. Heering is a member of leading medical societies, including the American and European Societies of Nephrology. He also serves as a board member and president in several German and international organizations. Focus magazine has recognized his work. He has published many scientific papers and is respected worldwide for his expertise in nephrology and internal medicine.

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Phd Viola Fox

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 13 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Dr. Viola Fox is the Chief Physician at the Clinic for Haematology, Oncology, and Palliative Medicine at BKZ Solingen. This clinic is a certified interdisciplinary cancer center. Dr. Fox is a leading expert in drug therapy for tumor diseases in Germany and Europe. She has more than 15 years of experience in this field.

    She is a member of the German Society of Oncology and Haemato-oncology (GDHO), the German Association of Physicians, and the American Association for Cancer Research. Dr. Fox is also active in molecular biology research. Her work supports progress in cancer treatment and molecular diagnostics.

    Her main areas of expertise are chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and radiation therapy. Dr. Fox is known for her innovative methods and strong commitment to patient care. Her efforts have led to high recovery rates and recognition from her peers.

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Yilmaz Bilgic

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • ACADEMIC CAREER SUMMARY

    Degree: Bachelor's
    Field: Medicine
    University: Atatürk University
    Year: 2001

    Degree: Master's
    Field: Medicine
    University: Atatürk University
    Year: 2001

    Specialization/Doctorate: Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
    University: İnönü University
    Year: 2012

    Associate Professorship: Gastroenterology
    University: İnönü University
    Year: 2018

    Foreign Language: English, 67.5, 2007

    H-index (WoS/Google): 8/10

    Impact Factor: 8.1577

    Key Research Work:
    “Does apocynin increase liver regeneration in the partial hepatectomy model?” Yılmaz Bilgiç, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Onural ÖZHAN, Azibe YILDIZ, Zeynep AKSUNGUR, Mehmet Erman ERDEMLİ, Nigar VARDI, Yusuf TÜRKÖZ, Sami AKBULUT, Adem KÖSE, Hakan PARLAKPINAR. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023 (53), 1-12 Q3.

    Declared Project Title, Year:
    K.3.6. “Investigation of the Effects of Vinpocetine in Sepsis Created by Cecal Ligation and Puncture in Rats” (Principal Investigator), 2023

    International Experience:
    Advanced Endoscopy Training, Anam Hospital, South Korea (3 months, 2016)
    Advanced ERCP Course, Olympus Training Center, Hamburg (2017)

    ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

    • Institution: İnönü University Turgut Özal Medical Center
      City: Malatya
      Position: Assistant Chief Physician
      Period: 2021 - 2024
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Marcel Dihne

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Professor Dihné is a true master in understanding the subtle mechanisms of the nervous system. His professionalism is manifested in his profound knowledge of anatomy and physiology, as well as in his ability to accurately identify and effectively treat diseases that can affect both the physical and psychological state of the patient. Professor Dihné listens carefully to everyone, creating an atmosphere of trust, and based on thorough examinations and analyses, develops an individualized treatment plan. He not only has knowledge in his hands, but also the ability to feel and understand how to restore harmony in a person's body and mind, giving them back their quality of life.

    Membership in societies and awards:

    German Society of Physicians. 

    Research Award of the Christian and Claudia Hempel Foundation for outstanding research in the field of clinical stem cell research.

    Author of numerous publications in leading medical journals in Germany and Europe.

    Specialization:

    • neurology
    • strokes
    • epilepsy
    • nervous system regeneration
    • stem cells
    • microelectrode arrays

    Work experience:

    2001-2004: Training at the Centre for Molecular Neurobiology in Hamburg.

    2004-2011: Training at the Neurological University Clinic Düsseldorf.

    2011-2013: Training at the Neurological University Hospital Tübingen and the Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research. 

    Professor Dihne began his scientific career at the University of Düsseldorf. 

    2013-2023  Professor Dihne successfully headed the Department of Neurology at the St. Lukas Klinik Solingen for 10 years.

    Since 2024: Chief Physician at the Department of Neurology at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

     

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Viktor Alexander Krol

  • 4 Good 1 review
  • 25 years of experience
  • Germany, Dusseldorf, St. Martinus-Krankenhaus Düsseldorf
  • Dr. Victor Alexander Krol - Chief of Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine and Obesity Treatment Center at Martinus Hospital

    Dr. Victor Alexander Krol is a highly qualified specialist, heading the departments of gastroenterology and internal medicine. With many years of experience and deep knowledge in his field, Dr. Krol has established himself as an outstanding expert, providing patients with comprehensive treatment and an individual approach. He actively uses the latest methods of diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, metabolism, as well as diseases of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

    Dr. Krol is also the director of the certified Obesity Treatment Center at Martinus Hospital, which provides surgical and endoscopic treatments for obesity. The center uses advanced technology to diagnose and treat obesity (adiposis), including methods such as bariatric surgery, endoscopic weight loss, and specialized programs for patients with different stages of obesity. The center is certified to high standards and has excellent results in the treatment of this serious disease.

    The Gastroenterology Department, headed by Dr. Krol, diagnoses and treats diseases of the stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. The doctors of the department use a wide range of methods, including endoscopic procedures, ultrasound, and other modern diagnostic technologies.

    The Department of Internal Medicine covers a wide range of diseases, including cardiology, diabetology, infectology, and therapy of respiratory and renal diseases. Dr. Krol and his team provide a comprehensive approach to treatment using the most advanced methods of medicine.

    Thanks to his high professionalism and humane approach to each patient, Dr. Krol deservedly enjoys the respect of colleagues and patients.

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Séverine Iborra

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Dr. Séverine Iborra is the Chief Physician of the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen. Her responsibilities include obstetrics, the delivery room, the neonatal unit, and gynecology. The department also includes the Senology/Breast Clinic at the Bergisches Breast Center Solingen, led by Dr. Manuela Seifert.

    Dr. Séverine Iborra is originally from France. She began her medical studies at the University of Lyon and later transferred to Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, where she received her medical license in 2007. She earned her doctorate in 2008 for experimental research in molecular oncology. From August 2008 to November 2013, Dr. Iborra worked as a resident at the University Women’s Clinic in Freiburg. After passing her specialist exams in gynecology and obstetrics, she continued her career as a specialist at the same clinic. In November 2015, she moved to RWTH University Hospital Aachen as a senior physician.

    At the Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics, under the leadership of Prof. Dr. E. Stickeler, Dr. Iborra led the obstetrics department from 2017 to 2019. Since December 2017, she was responsible for organizing education in the department, and in October 2019, she became the Managing Senior Physician and Personnel Senior Physician of the clinic, a position she held until she moved to Solingen.

    In addition to her scientific work, with numerous publications and presentations at major gynecological conferences, Dr. Iborra deepened her medical specialties. She obtained certifications in oncological diagnostics and therapy from the Gynecological Oncology Working Group, as well as additional qualifications in Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy (AGCPC), Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery (AGUP), and the Professional Association of Gynecologists (BVF).

    In 2019, Dr. Iborra successfully completed further specialization in “Gynecological Oncology” and “Special Obstetrics and Perinatal Medicine.” She is an active member of leading German medical societies in her field, including the German Society for Gynecology and Obstetrics, the Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy Working Group, and the German Society for Prenatal and Birth Medicine.

     

    Treatments Offered in Our Gynecology Department

    • Hysteroscopy and Dilation and Curettage (D&C) for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
    • Removal of abnormal or symptomatic ovarian findings, such as cysts, while preserving the remaining ovary.
    • Oophorectomy (removal of ovaries) in cases of abnormalities or preventively when indicated.
    • Myomectomy (removal of uterine fibroids) while preserving the uterus.
    • Conservative treatment of fibroids: either medication or embolization performed by radiology specialists.
    • Hysterectomy with or without removal of the cervix.
    • Diagnosis and clarification of unclear findings in the cervix, vagina, and vulva.
    • Dysplasia treatment.
    • Endometriosis management.
    • Cancer treatment for vulvar, vaginal, cervical, uterine, and ovarian cancers.
    • Treatment for incontinence and/or pelvic organ prolapse.

    Whenever possible, we offer all procedures as minimally invasive treatments using laparoscopy or the Da Vinci robotic system.

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Edmundo Pichardo

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  • 38 years of experience
  • Mexico, Mexico City, DR. IRERI ASTEINZA Clinic
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Sven Propson

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Under his leadership, the hospital is actively expanding its services, including paediatric cardiology and intensive care, and is planning to establish an interdisciplinary center for parents and children on the basis of the Department of Paediatrics.

    Dr. Propson's many years of experience have established him as a leading expert in neonatology and paediatric cardiology in Germany and Europe. His dedication and commitment to the highest level of care for young patients is reflected in his work. Dr. Propson's research and scientific publications demonstrate his in-depth knowledge and commitment to development in paediatrics.

    For many years Dr. Propson worked as a leading physician in the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the Leverkusen Clinic in Leverkusen, Germany, where he was also responsible for managing the paediatric intensive care unit. In addition to his primary work, Dr. Propson devotes a great deal of time to continuing education to ensure that his patients receive the most up-to-date treatments in his department.

    His unique professional qualities and qualifications set him apart from other physicians. Dr. Propson's patients can rest assured that they are in good hands at the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

    Membership in societies:

    German Association of Physicians

    Expert of scientific journals

    Specialisations:

    Emergency medicine

    Intensive care

    Paediatric cardiology

    Neonatology

    Work Experience:

    2006: Graduation from the Faculty of Medicine

    2006 - 2011: Specialization as a specialist in paediatrics and adolescent medicine.

    2011 - 2023: Lead physician in the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the Leverkusen Clinic.

    2023: Chief physician in the Department of Paediatrics at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

     

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Esra Demir

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Education:

    • Degree: Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University, 2009
    • Medical Specialty: Internal Medicine, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, 2010-2014
    • Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital, 2014-2019
    • Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Turkish Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic, Qatar, 2019-2020
    • Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Istanbul Medipol University Hospital Mega Hospital Internal Medicine Department, 2020-2024
    • Associate Professor Doctor: Internal Medicine, Istanbul Medipol University Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital, 2024-Present.

    Roles in Projects:

    Sub investigator (Assistant Researcher) in the SOUL Study: Cardiovascular Outcome Research of Semaglutide in Type 2 Diabetic Patients, approved by the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency on May 22, 2019.

    Sub investigator (Assistant Researcher) in the international study “SCALE™ Insulin”: Efficacy and Safety of Liraglutide 3.0 mg in Overweight or Obese Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Treated with Basal Insulin (Study Code: NN8022-4272), conducted by Novo Nordisk A.Ş.

    Subinvestigator (Assistant Researcher) in the international study NN5401-4266 StepByStep Intensification conducted by Novo Nordisk.

    Assistant Researcher in the study "A Research Study to Compare Semaglutide to Insulin Aspart, When Taken Together With Metformin and Insulin Glargine, in People With Type 2 Diabetes (SUSTAIN 11)" (2019-2020).

    Assistant Researcher in the PIONEER 1 study: Randomized Clinical Trial of the Efficacy and Safety of Oral Semaglutide Monotherapy in Comparison With Placebo in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes.

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Peter Schenker

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Membership in societies:

    Expert of scientific journals 

    Close co-operation with leading surgeons

    Membership of the German Medical Association 

    Specialities:

    Introduction of new and modern techniques in the field of oncological surgery
    General and visceral surgery

    Minimally invasive surgery

    Gastrointestinal oncology surgery

    Oncological surgery

    Haemorrhoids treatment

    Additional clinical specialisation in minimally invasive and hernia surgery

    Surgery and transplantation of the pancreas

    Work Experience:

    2005: Specialist in the field of surgery

    2008: Appointed Senior Consultant specialising in pancreatic surgery and transplantation

    2010: Coordinator of the Pancreatic Cancer Centre (Oncocert)

    2013: Specialist in visceral surgery

    2014: Managing Senior Physician, additional clinical specialisation in minimally invasive and hernia surgery

    2019: Chief Surgeon of the Colorectal Cancer Centre Bochum (the first certified colorectal cancer centre in Germany and one of the first certified leading colorectal centres in Europe)

    2021: Chief Surgeon of the Department of Surgery at the Academic Hospital Solingen

    Thanks to the professor and his team, the department has been modernised by introducing modern surgical methods of treatment and especially improved methods of post-operative recovery. The Department of Surgery at the Solingen Clinic is now further expanding its focus on minimally invasive surgery in the direction of robotics. The clinic has allocated a huge budget for the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment in order to offer patients a full range of surgical methods for the treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the oesophagus, lungs, stomach, liver, pancreas and intestines according to current guidelines and using the most modern technical equipment.

    Professor Schenker is an active researcher and lecturer. He lectures at medical universities and organises seminars and workshops for colleagues. He cooperates closely with the Cancer Centre, the Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Centre, the Intestinal Cancer Treatment Centre and the Interregional Trauma Centre.

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Transurethral resection of the bladder
$8,777 - $8,777
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Cengiz Koksal

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Professional Experience

    • 1999-2000: Şırnak Military Hospital, Military Service
    • 2001-2007: Süreyyapaşa Chest, Heart, and Vascular Diseases Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic
      • Contributed to the establishment of the Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic
      • 2005: Awarded the title of Associate Professor in Cardiovascular Surgery
    • 2007-2009: Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital
    • 2009-2011: Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic, Assistant Chief
    • 2011-2017: Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic, Instructor
    • 2016-2017: Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic, Education Officer
    • 2017-2024: Bezmialem Vakıf University, Faculty of Medicine, Professor
      • Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department, Bezmialem Vakıf University, Faculty of Medicine
    • Since July 2024: Medipol Acıbadem District l Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgeon
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Anyarat Vichayawannakul

  • 4.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 11 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Intrarat Hospital
  • Anyarat Vichayawannakul, M.D.

    Expertise

    INTERNAL MEDICINE / ENDOCRINOLOGIST AND METABOLISM 

     

    Graduation (M.D. From)

    Bachelor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University (Second Class Honor)

     

    Certificates

    Diploma in Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University

    Diploma in Endocrinology and Metabolism, Rajavithi Hospital, Department of Medical Services .

     

    Current Positions

    INTERNAL MEDICINE / ENDOCRINOLOGIST AND METABOLISM AT INTRARAT HOSPITAL

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Hormone therapy
$450 - $450
Dialysis
$150 - $270
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Ramazan Gökhan Atis

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Education and Experience

    Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atış, born in Istanbul in 1978, graduated from Cağaloğlu Anatolian High School in 1996. He completed his medical education at Çapa Faculty of Medicine in 2002. Between 2002 and 2008, he received his specialization training at the Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital Department of Urology, and obtained the title of Urology Specialist in February 2008. After working at Edremit Military Hospital between 2008 and 2009, he started working as a Urology specialist at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital in 2009. In 2011, he underwent a 3-month Laparoscopy-Robotic Urology training at Heidelberg University Heillbronn Clinic. Between 2009 and 2014, he conducted numerous scientific research studies, especially in the field of endourology, and obtained the title of Associate Professor in September 2014. In 2017, he was elected as a board member of the Endourology Society and has been serving in this position since then. Since 2018, he has been actively involved in the Endourology working group of the European Association of Urology, Young Academic Urologists (EAU-YAU) Committee for a period of 2 years. In January 2021, he was appointed as a Professor at the Istanbul Medeniyet University Department of Urology.After that started working at Şişli Memorial Hospital in 2022. Prof. Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atış, has more than 100 articles published in national and international journals.

    • 1996 - 2002, Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Undergraduate
    • 2002 - 2008, Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital/Istanbul, Specialization in Medicine
    • 2014, Istanbul Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital, Associate Professorship
    • 2021, Istanbul Medeniyet University Department of Urology, Professorship

    Administrative Duties

    • Editor of Endourology Bulletin
    • Board Member of Endourology Society (Secretary General)

    Memberships in Scientific Organizations

    • Turkish Urology Association
    • Turkish Endourology Association
    • Turkish Andrology Association
    • Eurasian Urooncology Association
    • Turkish Medical Association
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Ertugrul Okuyan

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Birth Date: 22-11-1973

    Place of Birth: Hatay-Turkey

    Medical Faculty: Marmara University Medical Faculty(1990-1997 )

    Cardiology fellowship:Istanbul University Institution of Cardiology:(1998-2003)

    Associate Proffesor of cardiology: 2002

    Proffessor of Cardiology:2017

    Previous Positions

    Istanbul University Institution of Cardiology:Fellow of cardiology 1998-2003

    Cardiologist : Kastamonu Şerife Bacı State Hospital 2004-2007

    Cardiologist: Istanbul Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital 2007- 2012

    Associate Proffesor of cardiology: Istanbul Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital 2012-2013

    Head of Cardiology Department: University of Health Sciences ,Istanbul Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital 2013-2024

    Current Position

    Dırector of   Cardiology departemant : Medipol University Acıbadem District  Hospital 2024--

    Memberships :

     Turkish Society of Cardiology,(Vice president and president of Scientific comitee), European Society of Cardiology, European Atherosclerosis Society, American Heart Association, American Society of Hypertension, Former president of Turcic world Cardiology Association, 

    Academic Interests:

    Interventional Cardiology, Structural Heart Disease, Heart failure,

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Marc Ulrich Becher

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Dr. Marc Ulrich Becher is an interventional cardiologist and heart failure specialist at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen. He is known for performing advanced procedures such as coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping, carotid angioplasty, and stenting.

    Dr. Becher’s clinic carries out about 3,000 to 4,000 diagnostic and therapeutic procedures each year. These include complex coronary interventions, catheter-based valve replacements, and structural heart procedures. He is experienced in using advanced imaging techniques like IVUS and OCT for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

    Dr. Becher is dedicated to providing thorough and compassionate care. He uses modern therapies for both acute and chronic cardiovascular diseases, focusing on patient safety and positive outcomes.

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Thyroidectomy
$14,043 - $17,554
Transurethral resection of the bladder
$8,777 - $8,777
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Sabahattin Gunduz

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
  • Education & Expertise

    • 1999 to 2005 – Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
    • 2005 to 2009 – Istanbul Kartal Koşuyolu Higher Specialization Education and Research Hospital, Cardiology Specialization

    Experience

    • 2010 to 2012 – Specialist Doctor, Istanbul Ümraniye Education and Research Hospital
    • 2012 to 2014 – Specialist Doctor, Istanbul Tuzla State Hospital
    • 2014 to 2017 – Specialist Doctor, Istanbul Kartal Koşuyolu Higher Specialization Education and Research Hospital
    • 2017 to 2018 – Associate Professor, Istanbul Kartal Koşuyolu Higher Specialization Education and Research Hospital

    Professional Memberships

    • Turkish Medical Association (Istanbul Medical Chamber)
    • Turkish Society of Cardiology
    • European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
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Circumcision
$2,500 - $3,000
Appendectomy
$3,000 - $5,000
Stem Cell Therapy
$5,000 - $6,000
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Tulay Omma

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Ankara, Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital
  • Dr. Tülay Omma, Associate Professor

    Specialization: Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases

    Academic Background

    • Medical Education: İnönü University, Faculty of Medicine (English Program), 1994–2001.
    • Internal Medicine Residency: Haseki Training and Research Hospital, 2004–2010.
    • Subspecialty in Endocrinology and Metabolism: Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 2013–2017.

    Professional Experience

    • Clinical Expertise: 
      • General Practitioner with administrative responsibilities, 2002–2004.
      • Specialist in Internal Medicine during mandatory service, 2010–2013.
      • Endocrinologist and Metabolic Disease Specialist at Ankara Training and Research Hospital (2017–2023).
      • Earned the title of Associate Professor in 2023, reflecting her academic and clinical excellence.
        Lokman Hekim Health Group 2023 (present) 

    Scientific Contributions & Publications

    • Research Output: 
      • Published over 20 articles in peer-reviewed international journals, with a strong focus on diabetes, thyroid disorders, and polycystic ovary syndrome.
      • Delivered numerous oral presentations and posters at national and international conferences.
    • Citation Metrics: 
      • Total Citations: 166
      • H-index: 6
      • i10-index: 4

    Awards & Recognitions

    • Multiple prestigious accolades, including: 
      • Best Oral Presentation Award (2023): For groundbreaking research on COVID-19 vaccines and Graves’ Disease.
      • Best Poster Award (2021): For clinical insights into hypoparathyroidism in Turkey (HiPOPARATURK-NET Study).

    Professional Memberships & Certifications

    • Active member of leading organizations: 
      • European Society of Endocrinology (ESE) and its Young Endocrinologists & Scientists Committee (EYES).
      • Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
    • Completed numerous advanced training programs, including certifications in clinical trials, biostatistics, and thyroid ultrasonography.

    Clinical & Research Focus

    Dr. Omma’s expertise spans:

    • Diabetes management and its complications.
    • Advanced thyroid disease diagnosis and treatment.
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its metabolic implications.
    • Investigating the relationship between diet and endocrine/metabolic disorders.

     

     

     

     

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Dr Sanchez Yague

  • 4.5 Good 4 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Spain, Marbella, Quirónsalud Marbella
  • In 2007 he joined the Costa del Sol Hospital and left this position when he obtained an international scholarship that would take him back to San Francisco. In 2010 he moved to Japan to complete his training in the submucosal endoscopic dissection technique that he would later on introduce in Andalusia in 2011, thus becoming one of the pioneers in the performance of this technique in Spain. In 2011 he became the first medical professional in the world to use the 15-mm AXIOS stent in pancreatic fluid collection drainage. In 2018 he began to perform gastroenteroanastomosis with luminal apposition stent in patients with pancreatic cancer and bowel obstruction, thus becoming a pioneer in Andalusia to perform such technique.

    He is a coauthor of the reference guides of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy on the endoscopic treatment of chronic pancreatitis and non-variceal gastrointestinal haemorrhage.

    Professional Experience

    Over 24 years' experience

    1999 - Degree in Medicine and Surgery. Malaga University, Spain.

    2003 to 2006 - Medical Residency in the Digestive System at the Virgen Macarena Hospital in Seville, Spain.

    2006 - International Scholar at the California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco, USA.

    2007 – Digestive System Specialist at the Costa del Sol Hospital, Marbella. Spain.

    2008 - California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco, USA.

    2009 - Top Reviewer Award received from the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Journal.

    2011 – Pioneer in Spain in the introduction of the submucosal endoscopic dissection technique.

    2011 – First professional in the world to use the AXIOS (15mm) stent for pancreatic fluid collection drainage.

    2016 - Gold Medal of the Andalusian Society for Digestive Disease (SAPD, in its Spanish abbreviation).

    2017 - Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology (FACG).

    2018 - Pioneer in Andalusia to perform gastroenteroanastomosis with luminal apposition stent to treat bowel obstruction.

    2019 - Fellow of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (FASGE).

     

    The Digestive System Unit of the Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital offers a patient service portfolio that includes all the clinical aspects of gastroenterology, hepatology, biliary duct and pancreatic disease, as well as the diagnostic and treatment techniques used in this speciality such as abdominal ultrasound, endoscopy and other functional tests.

    Our specialists have solid professional backgrounds and the team is highly qualified for the diagnosis and treatment of complex diseases such as conditions related to acidity (gastric ulcers, helicobacter pylori, gastroesophageal reflux disease), enteropathies (Crohn's Disease, ulcerative colitis; coeliac disease...), viral hepatitis, hepatic cirrhosis, pancreatic disease...

    The Digestive System Unit of the Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital is a pioneer in the implementation of a specific check-up programme for digestive disease with special attention to the diagnosis and treatment of colon precancerous lesions.

    Diseases, treatments and techniques:

    • Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic ultrasound

    • Endoscopic resection techniques (mucosectomy/submucosal dissection)

    • Submucosal or third-space endoscopy (POEM and variants)

    • Bariatric endoscopy (Apollo Method)

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