CT (computer tomography) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Mehmet Tonge is a stereotactic and functional neurosurgeon at Medipol University PARMER in Istanbul. He specializes in deep brain stimulation and Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Dr. Tonge completed a fellowship in Deep Brain Stimulation at Maastricht University in the Netherlands. He treats movement disorders, chronic pain, and epilepsy.

• Member of the World and European Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Societies.
• Author of over 30 international publications and 12 book chapters on neurosurgery.
• Expert in MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) for movement disorder treatment.
• Executive board member for the Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society.

Dr. Celal Salcini is a neurologist and epileptologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He specializes in electrophysiology, movement disorders, and dementias. He serves as a neurology specialist at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul. Dr. Salcini translates clinical research into patient care for multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease.

• Performs Video-EEG monitoring and electroencephalography (EEG) for epilepsy diagnosis.
• Treats neurodegenerative diseases, essential tremors, and complex spinal pain.
• Authored a chapter on spinal cord diseases for Merritt's Neurology Handbook.
• Provides care in English, Serbian, Bosnian, and Turkish.

Dr. Cem Iyibozkurt is a gynecologic oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive oncology. He holds a PhD in Molecular Medicine. Dr. Iyibozkurt trained at the University of Oxford and Florida Hospital. He is a primary practitioner of robotic gynecologic procedures in Turkey.

• Certified by the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO).
• Performed hundreds of minimally invasive procedures for gynecologic cancers.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Society of Gynecologic Oncology.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 300,000+ patients annually.

Prof. Dr. Markus Heuser leads urology at the Medical Center in Solingen. He uses CT scans to evaluate complex tumors of the kidney and bladder.

• Specializes in uro-oncology – treats cancers of the prostate and male genital organs
• Winner of the August Kürten Prize for his research in uro-oncoloy
• Author of over 40 scientific papers published in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Member of the Society of Urologic Oncology – a group focused on cancer standards
• Lectured at the University of Göttingen for medical students and peers

Dr. Jacob Rue is a veterinary orthopedic surgeon at Veselibu Clinic. He specializes in soft tissue surgery, pain management, and tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO). Dr. Rue won the small animal surgery award during his training at Ross University. He treats arthrosis and complex orthopedic cases in animals.

• Certified in bone plating and specialized TPLO surgical techniques.
• Board member of the Hillsborough Animal Health Foundation.
• Served as a FEMA veterinarian for disaster recovery after Hurricane Katrina.
• Performs knee replacements and therapeutic knee arthroscopy for animal patients.

4,000+ successful surgeries performed – Prof. Ralf Buhl heads the Neurosurgery Department at the Medical Center in Solingen.

• Treats malignant brain tumors and vascular anomalies using advanced imaging
• Uses computerized neuronavigation for precise brain and spinal cord operations
• Specializes in minimally invasive and microsurgical techniques for neurosurgery
• Provided neurosurgical care for high-profile patients like George Clooney
• Expert in interpreting complex scans for computer tomography surgical planning

Dr. Ebru Sasmazlar is a dentist and implantologist at KLİNİKEN Istanbul. She specializes in full-mouth restorations and high-precision aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Sasmazlar completed digital smile design training at Miami University. She also holds a certificate in implantology from California Northstate University. Her clinic reports a 99.9% success rate for implants and Hollywood Smile procedures.

• Performs All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implant protocols.
• Expert in zirconia veneers and CAD/CAM smile makeovers.
• Practices at a clinic accredited by the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
• Uses original Straumann dental implants and Ivoclar materials.

Dr. Omur Gokmen Sevindik is a hematologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He completed a fellowship at the Mayo Clinic, a top-ranked medical center in the US. Dr. Sevindik specializes in treating blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients annually.

• Performs allogeneic and haploidentical stem cell transplantations.
• Authored 18 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Presented research findings at over 25 international scientific conferences.
• Treats complex conditions including myeloma, aplastic anemia, and thrombocytopenia.

Dr. Erhan Arslan is a neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He achieved his professorship in 2020. Dr. Arslan specializes in brain aneurysm repair and tumor surgery. He treats complex conditions like spinal stenosis and moyamoya disease. Dr. Arslan practices at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs minimally invasive and pediatric neurosurgical procedures.
• Expert in deep brain stimulation and anterior cervical discectomy.
• Published research on brain tumors and spinal cord ischemia in prestigious journals.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.

Dr. Burak Tuna is an orthopedic surgeon at JCI-accredited VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery and complex trauma management. Dr. Tuna focuses on minimally invasive techniques for joint and ligament repairs. This approach helps patients achieve faster recovery times and better surgical outcomes.

• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association.
• Performs knee, hip, and ankle arthroscopy for ligament and meniscus injuries.
• Treats complex conditions including scoliosis, hip dysplasia, and skeletal fractures.
• Manages joint osteoarthritis through minimally invasive hip and knee replacement.

Dr. Bahtiyar Demiralp is an orthopedic oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in limb-sparing surgery and the treatment of aggressive bone tumors. Dr. Demiralp completed research fellowships at the Mayo Clinic in orthopedic oncology and pathology.

• Winner of multiple awards for research in orthopedic oncology and limb-sparing techniques.
• Performs complex reconstructions for benign and malignant musculoskeletal tumors.
• Expert in trauma surgery, including war injuries and limb lengthening procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Musculoskeletal Tumor Society and European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society.

Dr. Atid Kansawang is an internal medicine specialist and cardiologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in cardiac ultrasound, pacemaker insertion, and intra-aortic balloon pump procedures. Dr. Kansawang holds certification in advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) from the American Heart Association.

• Expert in echocardiography and temporary pacemaker placement.
• Completed specialized training in bile duct cancer ultrasound at Khon Kaen University.
• Certified in botulinum toxin and intradermal injection techniques.
• Works at ISO-certified Intrarat Hospital, which treats 100,000 patients annually.

Dr. Murat Kezer is a specialist at Turan Turan Health Group. He uses robotic systems for high-precision joint replacements and musculoskeletal diagnostics.

• Certified in MAKO robotic systems for precise hip and knee implants
• Performs preoperative imaging mapping for robotic-assisted orthopedic surgery
• Specializes in revision surgery for failed hip and knee implants
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Mehmet Guler is a professor and general surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgery for obesity and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Guler uses the Da Vinci robotic system for precise gastric sleeve and bypass procedures. He holds a Master's degree in Health Law and a degree in Public Administration.

• Member of the Turkish Society for Obesity Surgery and the World Association of Laparoscopic Surgery.
• Performs robotic-assisted gastroectomy and endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty.
• Treats complex gastrointestinal conditions including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
• Practices at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

Professor Ozturk leads the Liv Spine Center, a Center of Excellence certified by the AOSpine Society. He uses CT scans to plan complex orthopedic and spinal procedures.

• Founding director of the Liv Spine Center at Liv Hospital Ulus
• Heads the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istinye University
• Certified specialist in orthopedics and traumatology from Hacettepe University
• Performs advanced surgeries across ten countries including Azerbaijan and Montenegro
• Recognized by AOSpine, an organization setting global standards for spine care

Dr. Abdulaziz Temiz is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group. He specializes in robotic joint replacement and minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Temiz earned a certification for the Mako robotic system in Amsterdam. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis, coxarthrosis, and bone fractures.

• Uses the NAVIO 7 and Mako systems for robotic knee and hip replacements.
• Performs herniated disc surgery, laminectomy, and spinal fusion.
• Specially trained in the kinematic approach for knee replacement surgery.
• Published research on biomechanical methods for pedicle screw revision.

Dr. Yunus Uysal is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Turan Turan Health Group. He uses advanced navigation and imaging to perform robotic-assisted bone and joint procedures.

• Trained in robotic hip and knee replacement in Luxembourg
• Uses the Mazor X Stealth system for precise spine surgery
• Certified in spinal surgery and advanced arthroplasty techniques
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction
• Employs CT imaging for computer-assisted surgical planning