Chest X-Ray Doctors Abroad — Page 8

Dr. Savas Comlek is an Associate Professor and anesthesiologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice and a Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist. Dr. Comlek treats complex spinal, neck, and cancer pain using ultrasound-guided techniques.

• Expert in splanchnic neurolysis for pancreatic cancer pain management.
• Authored over 10 international articles on interventional pain and analgesia protocols.
• Specializes in treating musculoskeletal conditions like hip fractures and osteoarthritis.
• Works at JCI-accredited Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Erden Erturer is a leading orthopedist at Liv Hospital Ulus. His expertise supports accurate chest X-ray screening for trauma and spinal conditions.

• Serves as an editor for the Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital Journal
• Acts as an arbitrator for four international medical journals
• Published 26 peer-reviewed articles in global medical literature
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society – an organization dedicated to spinal health
• Board member for multiple medical journals evaluating complex orthopedic research

Dr. Brenda Pastrana is a surgical oncologist at the JCI-accredited Galenia Hospital in Cancún. She specializes in breast, thyroid, and digestive system cancers. Dr. Pastrana is board-certified by CONACEM. She holds a medical degree from the Universidad Autónoma de México.

• Performs mastectomies, liver resections, and complex colon cancer surgeries.
• Treats patients at a facility holding Accreditation Canada Diamond Status.
• Serves as a university teacher at Universidad Anáhuac.
• Member of the Mexican Society of Oncology (SMEO).

Professor Cagatay Ozturk directs the Spinal Surgery Department at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He uses chest X-ray imaging to evaluate adult and pediatric spinal deformities.

• Board Member of the Turkish Spine Association – sets national standards for spinal care
• Published over 100 international articles on complex spinal conditions and surgical outcomes
• Sits on the editorial board for Spine and the European Spine Journal
• Member of the Scoliosis Research Society and the North American Spine Society
• Specializes in correcting scoliosis and kyphosis using minimally invasive surgical techniques

Dr. Esra Demir is an internal medicine specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She serves as a sub-investigator for major international clinical trials on Type 2 diabetes treatments. Dr. Demir specializes in managing irritable bowel syndrome, thyroid diseases, and diabetes lifestyle changes. She works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with interventional radiology and robotic systems.

• Led research for cardiovascular outcomes of Semaglutide in diabetic patients.
• Assisted in the SCALE Insulin study for overweight patients with Type 2 diabetes.
• Treats metabolic conditions including anemia, vitamin deficiencies, and adrenal adenomas.
• Performs specialized treatments such as intravenous vitamin C therapy.

Dr. Mustafa Ozdemir is an Associate Professor specializing in orthopedics and traumatology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He treats complex musculoskeletal conditions including scoliosis, hip fractures, and developmental hip dysplasia. Dr. Ozdemir works at a JCI-accredited facility that utilizes robotic surgical systems for joint procedures.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for total hip replacement.
• Specializes in limb prosthetics, including bionic legs and electronic arm prostheses.
• Conducts minimally invasive procedures like endoscopic discectomy and arthroscopic meniscus repair.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and regenerative treatments for knee joints.

Dr. Halil Ibrahim Bekler is an orthopedic surgeon at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. He completed microsurgery training at Cleveland Medical Center. Dr. Bekler specializes in orthopedic microsurgery, hand surgery, and joint replacement. He treats complex bone injuries and developmental hip dysplasia.

• Trained as a Hand and Microsurgery Specialist at Columbia University School of Medicine.
• Served as Chief of Orthopedics at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Hospital.
• Former Head of Orthopedic and Traumatology Surgery at American Hospital.
• Performs knee and hip prostheses along with carpal tunnel and limb lengthening surgeries.

Dr. Ibrahim Azboy is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in primary, revision, and robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements. Dr. Azboy completed specialized arthroplasty training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He also held a research fellowship at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.

• Authored over 70 internationally peer-reviewed journal articles on orthopedic innovation.
• Performs MAKOplasty total hip replacement and robotic-assisted knee surgery.
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS).
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses da Vinci robotic systems.

Dr. Yunus Imren is an orthopedic surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic knee and hip replacement and prosthesis revision surgery. Dr. Imren completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at Maltepe University. He also served as an orthopedic trauma research assistant at Yale University.

• Uses robotic systems for high-precision joint replacement and deformity correction.
• Treats complex conditions including developmental hip dysplasia and meniscus tears.
• Earned a master’s degree in joint surgery from the University of Health Science.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a center of excellence for robotic surgery.

Dr. Erkan Cakir is a pediatric pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in treating acute and chronic respiratory problems in children. Dr. Cakir focuses on asthma, cystic fibrosis, and breathing disorders during sleep. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for high safety standards.

• Performs bronchoscopic diagnosis and specialized treatment procedures for young patients.
• Treats complex respiratory conditions including tuberculosis and chronic infections.
• Member of the European Respiratory Society (ERS).
• Served as a board member for the Pediatric Chest Diseases Association.

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.

Dr. Ferah Ece is a pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship in lung cancer at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Ece also trained in interventional bronchoscopy at Johns Hopkins University. She is a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP).

• Serves as an Executive Board Member of the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.
• Specializes in pneumonia, asthma, and stage 4 lung cancer treatment.
• Published over 40 international and 60 national medical research papers.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus, a recipient of multiple quality awards.

Dr. Nail Paksoy is an associate professor of medical oncology at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). Dr. Paksoy specializes in lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers. He uses modern immunotherapy and targeted therapy protocols. His clinic is JCI-accredited for high safety standards.

• Served as a subinvestigator in over 8 international clinical trials for Roche and Pfizer.
• Authored over 40 research articles in journals indexed by SCI and SSCI.
• Completed dual fellowships in allergy-immunology and medical oncology.
• Treats complex sarcomas and renal cell carcinomas with systemic therapies.

Dr. Didem Karacetin is a radiation oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She completed clinical training at the Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto. Dr. Karacetin is a former Head of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Health Sciences University. She specializes in intraoperative radiotherapy for breast cancer and brachytherapy for gynecological tumors.

• Holds a Master’s degree in Phytotherapy from Istanbul University.
• Certified in Hydrogel SpaceOAR applications for prostate cancer treatment.
• Treats lung, brain, and gastrointestinal cancers using targeted radiation.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, which holds TEMOS and ISO quality certifications.

Dr. Necdet Demir is an orthopedic surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He heads the Orthopedics and Traumatology department at the university. Dr. Demir earned first prize for his research on shoulder MRI at a national congress. He treats complex bone injuries, scoliosis, and degenerative joint diseases.

• Specializes in knee and hip replacement using the MAKOplasty robotic system.
• Performs arthroscopic surgery for the knee, shoulder, and ankle joints.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee conditions.
• Expert in limb prosthetics and surgical treatment for valgus deformities.

Dr. Ibrahim Azboy is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in joint replacement and hip-conserving surgeries. He completed specialized training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. Dr. Azboy also trained at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia. He currently pursues a PhD in clinical anatomy. His practice focuses on restoring joint function through surgical and preservative methods.

• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.
• Performs knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, and arthroscopic meniscectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like scoliosis, arthrosis, and meniscus tears.
• Sits on the board of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association.

Dr. Senem Karabulut is a medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She is a professor and holds a PhD in molecular oncology. Dr. Karabulut is certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Board. She previously trained as an observer at University Hospital in New Jersey, USA.

• Specializes in immunotherapy and targeted treatments for gastrointestinal and breast cancers.
• Treats hepatobiliary system tumors, lung cancer, and genitourinary malignancies.
• Qualified by the Turkish Medical Oncology Society Board Exam.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility.