Chest X-Ray Doctors Abroad — Page 9

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. 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.

Dr. Sinem Iliaz is a pulmonologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She is a member of the European Respiratory Society. Dr. Iliaz treats lung cancer, interstitial lung disease, and sleep apnea. She won third prize in the ERS Respiratory Championship as part of the Turkey team.

• Earned multiple research awards from the Turkish Thoracic Society.
• Treats complex conditions like pulmonary embolism and COPD.
• Performs lung cancer surgery and pneumonectomy procedures.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited medical facility.

Dr. Serdar Toker is an orthopedic surgeon at Private Yüzyıl Hospital in Turkey. He holds the prestigious FESSH European Diploma in Hand Surgery. Dr. Toker treats complex musculoskeletal conditions and spinal deformities. He serves as a microsurgery course chair and instructor for national surgical societies.

• Former Head of Hand Surgery at Necmettin Erbakan University.
• Completed a research fellowship at the Rocky Mountain Regional Trauma Center in Denver.
• Performs specialized procedures including arthroscopy, joint replacement, and scoliosis surgery.
• Earned a subspecialty diploma in hand surgery.

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Yusuf Yahsi is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric orthopedics, hand surgery, and joint replacement. Dr. Yahsi treats complex trauma and bone deformities. He works at a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci robotic system.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for high-precision joint surgery.
• Treats pediatric conditions like developmental hip dysplasia and scoliosis.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBİD).
• Specializes in limb prosthetics and bone deformity correction.

Dr. Sven Rogmans leads orthopedic care at Nordwest Clinic. He integrates chest X-ray screening into surgical evaluations for hip and knee replacements.

• Trained at Ruprecht-Karls-Universität in Heidelberg — a top-tier German medical institution
• Specializes in orthopedic oncology — the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal tumors
• Maintains high standards at Nordwest Clinic, ranked among Germany's best by Focus magazine
• Contributes research to global journals on advanced joint and bone treatments

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. Ozkan Bekler has performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and structural heart procedures. Dr. Bekler focuses on bifurcation stenting and chronic total occlusions using intravascular imaging. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

• Completed over 700 pacemaker implantations alongside ICD and CRT therapy.
• Performs structural procedures including TAVI, ASD closure, and mitral balloon valvuloplasty.
• Treats peripheral artery diseases using balloon and stent techniques.
• Expert in radiofrequency ablation and 3D mapping for heart rhythm disorders.

Dr. Asim Enhos is a cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart disease, cholesterol management, and complex aortic conditions. Dr. Enhos previously served as an Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for advanced interventional radiology.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise includes carotid angioplasty, stenting, and aneurysm coiling.
• Treats coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, and mitral stenosis.
• Provides specialized care for pulmonary hypertension and dilated cardiomyopathy.

Prof. Mehmet Bulut is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on pediatric orthopedics, congenital musculoskeletal disorders, and complex trauma surgery. He has over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He has treated many complex pediatric orthopedic and pelvic trauma cases.

His expertise includes developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), congenital clubfoot, flatfoot, slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), Perthes disease, pediatric fractures, limb length differences, torticollis, and deformity correction. He has authored about 70 papers in peer-reviewed journals and four book chapters. He uses evidence-based care and modern surgical techniques to improve function.

Prof. Adnan Kara is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in limb reconstruction, osseointegration for prosthetics, and amputation surgery. He has performed over 10,000 successful orthopedic procedures.

Expertise: limb lengthening with the PRECICE® 2 Magnetic Nail. Reconstruction of complex bone defects with the PRECICE Bone Transport Nail. Computer-assisted external fixation for complex deformities, osteomyelitis, and bone infections.

Clinical focus: management of limb-length differences, complex bone loss, and post-traumatic deformities. He provides personalized, evidence-based care to restore mobility and function.

Assoc. Prof. Orhan Ünal Zorba, MD, is a urologist focused on andrology and endourology. He has about 25 years of experience. He currently sees patients at Private TUSA Hospital. He started there on 8 June 2026.

His academic work includes 29 international and 13 national publications and 7 book chapters. He has given at least 9 presentations at international congresses. His studies have been presented at EAU, ESSM, ICS, and EULIS meetings. He served as Assistant and Associate Professor of Urology from 2009 to 2016. He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber, the Turkish Association of Urology, the Turkish Society of Andrology, and the Eastern Black Sea Association of Urologists.

Key areas include male infertility (micro‑TESE; outcomes in 191 patients with non‑obstructive azoospermia), microsurgical varicocele repair, prostate surgery (HoLEP, TURP), endoscopic stone surgery (URS, PCNL), and uro‑oncology. He speaks English.

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.