Best Paediatric Check-Up Doctors Abroad

Dr. Jieun Ban specializes in heart rhythm and congenital issues at Sejong Hospital. Her pediatric check-ups include expert echocardiographic assessments to evaluate heart structure and function in children.

• Focuses on pediatric arrhythmia and syncope related to cardiac causes
• Diagnoses complex heart conditions like atrial septal and ventricular septal defects
• Performs advanced electrophysiologic evaluations for infants and adolescents
• Collaborates with surgeons and intensive care teams for multidisciplinary cardiac care

Dr. Ilhan Mavioglu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Outpatient Clinic. He performs minimally invasive anaortic coronary bypass and awake carotid surgery. Dr. Mavioglu holds a Professorship from Düzce University and trained at Great Ormond Street Hospital. He specializes in total arterial revascularization and complex endovascular interventions.

• Certified in robotic mitral valve repair and endovascular surgical techniques.
• Performs EVAR, FEVAR, and CERAB procedures for peripheral vascular conditions.
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Surgery.
• Maintains over 400 scientific publications in journals like J Card Surg.

Dr. Rifaat Safadi heads the liver disease unit at Hadassah Medical Center. He specializes in treating cirrhosis, liver cancer, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He completed a fellowship at the Sinai School of Medicine in New York. Dr. Safadi sits on the editorial board of Clinical Science journal.

• Winner of the Hadassah Prize for research in liver fibrosis.
• Treats patients at Hadassah Medical Center, ranked among the world’s best hospitals.
• Member of several international associations for the study of the liver.
• Performs liver resections and radioembolization for liver cancer.

Dr. Cem Basatac is an associate professor and urologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic urological surgery. Dr. Basatac provides treatment for complex conditions like kidney cysts, varicocele, and prostate disease. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually.

• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomies and nephrectomies for kidney conditions.
• Uses HoLEP and GreenLight laser techniques for prostatic hyperplasia treatment.
• Specializes in microsurgical and embolization procedures for varicocele.
• Treats infertility related conditions including azoospermia and testicular tumors.

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive management of cardiovascular conditions, with a primary clinical focus on coronary artery diseases, including the treatment of cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks. Expertise extends to the diagnosis and management of hypertension and hyperlipidemia, as well as the treatment of heart valve diseases and various rhythm disorders or arrhythmias.

In addition to clinical management, the doctor is highly skilled in interventional cardiology, specifically performing coronary procedures and diagnostic angiography to address complex vascular issues.

Dr. Mucahit Gur is an internal medicine specialist and endocrinologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He treats chronic conditions including diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and thyroid diseases. Dr. Gur has provided clinical care since graduating from Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high quality standards.

• Treats endocrine disorders like autoimmune thyroiditis and adrenal adenoma.
• Performs radioiodine therapy for thyroid conditions and toxic goiter.
• Provides specialized care for metabolic issues including obesity and hyperlipidemia.
• Conducts complex thyroid diagnostics including ultrasound and function tests.

Dr. Ozkan Onuk is an associate professor of urology at Hermes Clinics in Ankara. He performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP). Dr. Onuk treats Peyronie's disease, varicocele, and urolithiasis at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs kidney-sparing surgery and nephrectomy for renal conditions.
• Uses High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for tissue ablation.
• Specializes in reconstructive procedures like uretheroplasty and vasectomy.
• Performs flexible ureterorenoscopy (URS) for kidney stones.

Dr. Yilmaz Bilgic is a gastroenterologist at the JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and complex liver disorders. Dr. Bilgic completed specialized endoscopy training at Anam Hospital in South Korea. He also finished a training course on ERCP at the Olympus Training Center in Germany.

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, colonoscopy, and stomach resection.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions including Barrett's esophagus and chronic pancreatitis.
• Served as Assistant Chief Physician at Inonu University Turgut Ozal Medical Center.
• Maintains a Google Scholar H-index of 10 for his research in gastroenterology.

Dr. Cemalettin Aydin is a professor of general surgery at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastroenterology surgery and complex weight loss procedures. He completed a prestigious fellowship in gastroenterology surgery at the Türkiye High Specialization Hospital.

• Performs advanced bariatric surgeries including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Treats complex gastrointestinal conditions such as pancreatitis, Crohn's disease, and cirrhosis.
• Expert in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery.
• Works at Medipol Acibadem, a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci robotic system.

Dr. Cevper Ersoz is a urologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological cancers. Dr. Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU). He completed an observership in urologic surgery at the University of Michigan, USA.

• Author of over 130 national and international peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Treats benign prostate hyperplasia using HoLEP, TuLEP, and Rezum techniques.
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for stone diseases, including PCNL and URS.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses the da Vinci robotic system.

Dr. Jaydeep Palep is a bariatric and gastrointestinal surgeon at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He was among the first in India trained in various gastric bypass techniques in the US. Dr. Palep specialty focus includes weight loss surgeries and Type II Diabetes resolution. He utilizes robotic techniques for stomach, duodenum, and biliopancreatic procedures.

• Achieved a 90% resolution rate for Type II Diabetes without medication in patients.
• Maintains a 99% safety rate for minimally invasive and robotic weight loss surgeries.
• Performs innovative sleeve gastrectomy with duodeno-jejunal bypass for vegetarian patients.
• Works in a department certified as a center of excellence by the International Excellence Foundation.

Dr. João Lima Gabriel is the Medical Director at Corporación Dermoestética in Lisbon. He combines family medicine with expertise in aesthetic treatments and obesity management. Dr. Gabriel has practiced at major Portuguese institutions like Hospital da Luz and CUF. He completed his specialization in aesthetic medicine at the University of Córdoba.

• Leads clinical teams focused on facial rejuvenation and body contouring.
• Treats hyperhidrosis, hair loss, and various dermatologic conditions.
• Uses laser therapies, chemical peels, and injectables for skin renewal.
• Supervises obesity programs at a clinic treating 1,000 patients annually.

Dr. Mehmet Fatih Kilicli is the Chief Medical Officer at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in reproductive endocrinology and metabolism. Dr. Kilicli manages endocrine disorders like thyroid cancer, Addison’s disease, and hirsutism. He works at a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci robotic system.

• Treats complex conditions including adrenal gland disorders and hyperparathyroidism.
• Performs specialized procedures like radioiodine therapy and thyroidectomy.
• Provides bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) and metabolic surgery.
• Offers complex diagnostics like thyroid function tests and premium check-ups.

Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.

• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards.
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• Provides expert treatment for complex mitral valve repair and carotid artery surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and edited a major vascular surgery textbook.

Dr. Selcuk Silay is a pediatric urologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He won the Crystal Matula Award as European Academician of the Year. He specializes in robot-assisted surgery for complex urological conditions in children.

• Performed over 100 pediatric robotic surgeries.
• Completed over 300 pediatric laparoscopic and 300 closed kidney stone surgeries.
• Trained in pediatric robotic surgery at Texas Children's Hospital, USA.
• Former Head of Pediatric Urology at Istanbul Medeniyet University.

Dr. Meryem Keceli Basaran is an Associate Professor and pediatric gastroenterologist at Biruni University Hospital. She specializes in digestion, hepatology, and nutrition for children. Dr. Basaran is a member of ESPGHAN, the European authority on pediatric gastroenterology. She manages gastrointestinal food allergies and inflammatory conditions like Crohn’s disease. She works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital in Istanbul.

• Specializes in care before and after liver transplantation.
• Treats irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Expert in managing chronic diarrhea, malabsorption, and faecal incontinence.
• Performs specialized diagnostic colonoscopies and gastroscopies with biopsy.

Dr. Ertugrul Okuyan is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating structural heart disease and complex valve disorders. Dr. Okuyan serves as the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology. He is also a member of the European Society of Cardiology.

• Performs non-surgical valve repairs including MitraClip and TriClip procedures.
• Treats arterial blockages and aneurysms using balloon and stent interventions.
• Former president of the Turkic World Cardiology Association.
• Faculty member at the Istanbul Medipol University School of Medicine.