Male Check-up Doctors Abroad — Page 14

Dr. Stavros Lappas, M.D., is the Director of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at IASYS Clinic. He is a Pulmonologist–Intensivist with extensive experience in critical care and in treating critically ill patients at major hospitals in Athens.

He graduated from the Medical School of the University of Athens and completed specialized training in Intensive Care Medicine. He has served as Scientific Director and ICU Attending Physician. He also contributes to educational programs and scientific activities.

Dr. Ali Inal is a senior immunologist at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He has led Immunology and Tissue Typing Laboratories for over 20 years. Dr. Inal specializes in transplant immunology and complex infectious diseases. He currently serves as a Professor in the Department of Immunology and Allergy.

• Specializes in transplant rejection, autoimmunity, and primary immunodeficiencies.
• Treats infectious conditions including HIV, viral hepatitis, and post-COVID syndromes.
• Winner of multiple scientific research awards and grants for immunology.
• Performs specialized testing for food allergies and skin sensitivities.

Dr. Nikolaos Papadopoulos, MD, PhD, is an internist with expertise in hepatology and over 25 years of hospital practice. He is the Director of the Internal Medicine Department at IASYS Clinic. He supervises inpatient care, promotes patient safety, and coordinates comprehensive management, including surgical and other complex cases.

He graduated from the Medical School of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (SSAS). He completed his specialty training in Internal Medicine at Sotiria General Hospital and trained in clinical hepatology at Hippokration. He earned a PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He led the 2nd Department of Internal Medicine at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens (401 GMHA) and has served at both 401 GMHA and NIMTS. He has numerous publications in international journals and is an active conference participant.

Dr. Mustafa Yaman is a pulmonologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a former professor at Istanbul University with decades of expertise in lung health. Dr. Yaman served as a visiting professor at the University of Paris Rothschild Hospital. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung nodules and cancer.

• Manages complex respiratory cases including asthma, COPD, and interstitial lung diseases.
• Performs bronchoscopic procedures for precise lung diagnostics.
• Served as Medical Director at Kolan Hospital and Universal Hospitals Group.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

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. Bayram Ercan is the Medical Director at Asyaesthetic Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in comprehensive medical check-ups and emergency care. He received his medical degree from Ege University, a top institution in Turkey. Dr. Ercan oversees clinical operations at a center treating 3,000 patients annually.

• Performs heart, premium, and basic diagnostic screenings for international patients.
• Provides specialized check-up programs for men, women, and children.
• Regularly contributes to Turkish national congresses on plastic and hand surgery.
• Works at a clinic holding the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence designation.

The doctor is a distinguished cardiology specialist with extensive clinical experience, having earned a medical degree from Hacettepe University in 2004 and completed cardiology specialization at Gazi University in 2010. Achieving the rank of Professor in 2024, the doctor has served at several prominent institutions, including Ankara Turkey Higher Specialized Hospital and Ankara Bilkent City Hospital.

The doctor specializes in preventive cardiology, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and heart failure, with significant expertise in interventional procedures such as coronary angiography, stent and balloon treatments, and complex coronary interventions. The doctor is also skilled in cardio-oncology, rhythm disorders, and advanced imaging techniques like TEE.

The doctor is an accomplished academic and surgeon specializing in endourology, uro-oncology, robotic surgery, and andrology. With a medical degree from Gazi University and specialized training from Ankara Training and Research Hospital, the doctor attained the rank of professor in 2022. The clinical practice focuses on minimally invasive techniques, including robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery, HoLEP, RIRS, and PNL for conditions such as kidney stones, prostate and bladder cancers, and male reproductive health.

An active educator and researcher, the doctor serves as an instructor for advanced surgical techniques and holds certifications in da Vinci robotic technology. The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the European Association of Urology.

Dr. Mehmet Fatih Akbulut is a urologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric urology and robotic surgical techniques. Dr. Akbulut completed a specialized urology observer program at the University of Michigan Medical School. He focuses on kidney stone removal and prostate health.

• Performs robotic Da Vinci surgery for prostatectomy and nephrectomy.
• Expert in miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy for treating large kidney stones.
• Authored over 30 international peer-reviewed publications on urological surgical outcomes.
• Treats complex conditions like Peyronie's disease, varicocele, and pediatric urological disorders.

The doctor is a medical professional who completed their primary medical education at Azerbaijan Medical University between 2006 and 2012. Following this, the doctor underwent specialized training at the Ankara Dr. Sami Ulus Training and Research Hospital from 2019 to 2023.

The doctor's clinical focus encompasses the comprehensive care of pediatric patients, including the examination and follow-up of newborns, as well as the monitoring of growth and development in healthy children. Expertise includes breastfeeding counseling, infant and childhood nutrition, and the management of complementary feeding. Additionally, the doctor is experienced in the administration of immunization schedules and the diagnosis and treatment of childhood infectious diseases.

Dr. Giuseppe Speziale is a cardiac surgeon specializing in minimally invasive valve surgery at Ospedale Santa Maria. He is the National Coordinator of Cardiac Surgery for GVM Care & Research. Dr. Speziale earned the Top Doctors Award for his surgical expertise. He co-founded the Mitral Academy to improve restorative heart surgery techniques.

• Specializes in mitral valve repair and thoracic aortic surgery.
• Performs both on-pump and off-pump myocardial revascularization.
• Author of over 90 scientific publications in journals like the European Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS).

Dr. Guven Sadi Sunam is a thoracic surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in chest diagnostics and complex thoracic conditions. Dr. Sunam completed his medical training and thoracic surgery residency at Selçuk University. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 600,000 patients annually.

• Performs CT scans of the thoracic and abdominal cavities.
• Conducts tumor marker blood tests for cancer screening.
• Provides specialized care for complex chest and lung disorders.
• Uses advanced PET-CT technology for five-minute full-body scans.

The doctor is a highly qualified specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology, having completed medical training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2008. With over a decade of clinical experience, the doctor has served in various healthcare settings, including Medipol University, Private Nisa Hospital, and Kaman State Hospital.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has demonstrated a commitment to women's health and reproductive medicine, providing comprehensive care across diverse hospital environments since 2008.

The doctor is a highly experienced radiologist with over two decades of clinical practice. After graduating from the Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 2002, the doctor completed a comprehensive residency in the Department of Radiology at Gaziosmanpaşa University between 2004 and 2009.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has served in various public and private healthcare institutions, including roles at Hakkari State Hospital and Ereğli State Hospital. Since 2015, the doctor has been providing specialized radiological services at the Ankara Çukurambar Koru Hospital, contributing extensive expertise in diagnostic imaging and patient care.

Dr. Omer Alyan is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve surgery and complex vascular stenting. Dr. Alyan previously served as the Cardiology Clinic Supervisor at Private Veni Vidi Hospital. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high-contrast PET-CT and cardiovascular surgery.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and heart cryoablation.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial angioplasty with stenting.
• Treats conditions including atrial fibrillation, arrhythmia, and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Practice includes aneurysm coiling and endovenous radiofrequency ablation (EVRF).

The doctor is a highly specialized pulmonologist with extensive expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex respiratory conditions. Clinical focus areas include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, interstitial lung diseases, sarcoidosis, pulmonary hypertension, and lung cancer. The doctor is proficient in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, and pleural fluid drainage.

Furthermore, the doctor provides comprehensive care for patients requiring intensive care monitoring, noninvasive and invasive mechanical ventilation, and pulmonary rehabilitation. Additional clinical competencies include the management of sleep apnea syndrome, pulmonary embolism, and specialized tobacco addiction treatment programs.

Dr. Tansu Turgut is a urology specialist at Ekol International Hospitals in İzmir. He specializes in laparoscopic kidney cancer surgery and HoLEP prostate treatments. Dr. Turgut treats complex conditions like kidney stones, bladder cancer, and infertility. He is fluent in English and intermediate in German.

• Uses HoLEP and plasma kinetic technology for endoscopic prostate surgery.
• Performs minimally invasive RIRS and percutaneous laser kidney stone removal.
• Implants one-piece and three-piece penile prostheses for erectile dysfunction.
• Member of the European Urology Association and Turkish Urology Association.

Dr. Murat Sarikaya is a gastroenterologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis. Dr. Sarikaya is a published researcher with numerous articles in international peer-reviewed journals. His work appeared in reputable titles such as the American Surgeon and Nordic journals.

• Performs endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and ERCP.
• Treats gastrointestinal polyps and manages severe acute pancreatitis cases.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility treating 600,000 patients annually.
• Utilizes advanced diagnostics like PET-CT for precise tumor mapping.