CT (computer tomography) Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Dr. Saban Sec is a medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He treats breast, lung, gastrointestinal, and rare tumors. Dr. Sec currently represents specialist physicians in the Turkish Medical Oncology Association. He conducted a significant clinical study involving 138 patients with HER2-positive gastric cancer.

• Expertise covers colorectal, prostate, urogenital, head, neck, and salivary gland cancers.
• Authored over 10 peer-reviewed articles on cancer prognosis and survival rates.
• Member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
• Treats patients at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Benal Buyukgebiz is a pediatrician and gastroenterology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She served as the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Yeditepe University. Dr. Buyukgebiz treats complex digestive conditions in children, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients every year.

• Former President of the Phenylketonuria Children Screening and Protection Association, İzmir Branch.
• Maintains membership in the European Metabolic Group and the Liver Research Society.
• Specializes in pediatric nutrition and the management of chronic gastritis and cirrhosis.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy with biopsy and colonoscopy.

Dr. Shencan Acar is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on hepatology and liver disease management. Dr. Acar specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. She previously served as the Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine.

• Authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles.
• Expert in managing complex post-transplant gastrointestinal complications.
• Treats rare conditions like aortoesophageal fistulas and massive hemorrhagic ascites.
• Performs endoscopic interventions for acute gastrointestinal bleeding.

Dr. Sahin Kaplan is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed a prestigious posting at Royal Brompton Hospital, Imperial College London. Dr. Kaplan focuses on complex heart conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmia. He holds certifications from the European Society of Cardiology.

• Performs angioplasty, stenting, and radiofrequency ablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Treats hypertension and atherosclerosis using minimally invasive techniques.
• Contributed to over 35 publications in international medical journals.
• Is a member of the European Society of Invasive Cardiology.

Dr. Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He holds the European Society of Cardiology Board Certificate. This credential signifies his alignment with high European clinical standards. Dr. Ucar specializes in treating heart and vascular conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmia.

• Performs intracranial arterial stenting and aneurysm coiling.
• Maintains a Certificate of Proficiency from the Turkish Society of Cardiology.
• Treats complex conditions including pulmonary hypertension and atherosclerosis.
• Practices at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Yigit Changa is an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and treats complex conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmias. Dr. Changa received training at the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

• Performs coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation, and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise in carotid angioplasty, stent placement, and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000+ patients annually.
• Fluent in English and holds membership in the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Senol Akman is an orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in knee replacement surgery and complex trauma care. Dr. Akman maintains a 90% surgical success rate. He works at a JCI-accredited facility using the low-dose EOS imaging system.

• Published over 15 research papers in respected medical journals.
• Treats bone injuries, joint dislocations, and meniscus tears.
• Expert in open reduction and fixation techniques for fractures.
• Uses advanced methods for joint replacement and heterotopic ossification.

Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has over 25 years of clinical and academic experience in the field of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He specializes in hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery.

He was born in Istanbul in 1971. He completed his elementary, middle, and high school education in Istanbul. In 1988, he was admitted to Istanbul University’s Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, where he began his medical education, and graduated with a medical degree in 1994.

Between 1994 and 1996, he fulfilled his mandatory service as a general practitioner in Artvin. In 1996, he passed the Medical Specialization Exam (TUS) and began his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology. In 2001, he completed his residency at Taksim Training and Research Hospital and earned the title of Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Following his residency, he completed his mandatory service at Van State Hospital and subsequently worked at Beykoz State Hospital. He later worked as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital, where he had the opportunity to work with many experienced surgeons in his field.

As part of his professional development, he served as an observer physician at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, USA. He later worked at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital and was appointed Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology in 2018.

He retired in 2023 and began working at Florence Nightingale Ataşehir Hospital that same year. In 2024, he was appointed as a professor at Demiroğlu Science University after being promoted to the rank of professor.

After a brief stint at Mecidiyeköy Environmental Hospital, Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has been serving as a Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology at NPİSTANBUL Hospital since June 2026.

He is married and an avid animal lover.

Dr. Yasef Özsarfati is a neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has over 40 years of expertise in neurology. He spent a year in the United States researching dementia and behavioral neurology. Dr. Özsarfati earned his professorship at Istanbul University.

• Specializes in the treatment of dementia, epilepsy, and severe headaches.
• Treats complex conditions like Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility and Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital.
• Uses advanced diagnostics including video-EEG monitoring and brain MRI.

Dr. Mustafa Yavuz Samanci is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is a steering committee member for the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. Dr. Samanci completed a clinical fellowship in Gamma Knife Radiosurgery at Koç University. He treats movement disorders using deep brain stimulation and spinal cord stimulation.

• Completed postdoctoral research at Temple University in the US and in Shanghai.
• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Hakan Caner Overseas Education Scholarship.
• Member of the International Epilepsy Surgery Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
• Performs specialized procedures like selective dorsal rhizotomy and vagus nerve stimulation.

Dr. Napon Sinthuvanich is an orthopedic surgeon at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in robotic-assisted knee and hip replacement surgery. Dr. Sinthuvanich uses the MAKOplasty system for increased surgical precision. He focuses on anatomical restoration using minimally invasive techniques.

• Performs total, partial, and complex revision joint replacements.
• Treats conditions like knee osteoarthritis, hip fractures, and coxarthrosis.
• Completed specialized training in adult hip and knee reconstructive surgery.
• Practices at KDMS Hospital, Thailand's first AACI-accredited dedicated orthopedic facility.

Dr. Nesrin Helvacı Yılmaz is a neurologist at Medipol University PARMER in Istanbul. She specializes in Parkinson's disease and movement disorders. Dr. Yılmaz creates Deep Brain Stimulation treatment plans with neurosurgical teams. She served as an observer at the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology in London.

• Authored over 100 clinical researches and reports on movement disorders.
• Completed five Tubitak research projects focused on neurological conditions.
• Treats patients with epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and essential tremor.
• Coordinates neurology student education at Medipol University.

Professor Nurperi Gazioglu specializes in neurosurgery and advanced imaging at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University’s Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine for neurosurgical expertise
• Completed high-level training in endoscopic pituitary surgery for brain tumor cases
• Uses CT scans for detailed surgical planning of the brain and spine
• Is a member of the World Federation of Neurology
• Completed specialized internships at major hospitals in France during her training

Dr. David Weidenauer is a cardiologist at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He graduated with distinction from the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in interventional cardiology and cardiac imaging. Dr. Weidenauer focuses on precision diagnostics and preventive heart care.

• Treats complex conditions like arrhythmias, hypertension, and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Expert in coronary CT angiography and stress testing.
• Completed residency at Vienna General Hospital (AKH), a top European medical center.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Roberto Hernandez is a neurosurgeon at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali, Mexico. He performs between 30 and 60 neurological surgeries every month. He completed his medical training in the United States and Canada. Dr. Hernandez specializes in complex brain and spine interventions.

• Operates at a facility accredited by the General Health Council of Mexico.
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and stem cell therapy.
• Treats chronic spinal pain, multiple sclerosis, and neurodegenerative diseases.
• Practices at a boutique hospital located 200 yards from the US-Mexico border.

Dr. Abdullah Eren is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed a new Salter osteotomy technique to treat developmental hip dysplasia. This award-winning method eliminates the need for pins during internal fixation. Dr. Eren specializes in pediatric trauma, Perthes disease, and limb lengthening.

• Served as President of the TOTBID Pediatric Orthopedics Branch.
• Founder of the Turkish ASAMI (Ilizarov Applications and Research Center).
• Performed as a long-term trainer for Ilizarov limb lengthening courses.
• Received multiple first-place awards for research on hip dysplasia and septic arthritis.

Professor Dan Grisaro heads the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Sourasky Medical Center. He uses CT scans to help stage gynecological cancers and identify lymph node involvement.

• Specialized in gynecologic oncology with training from the University of Toronto
• Authored 83 scientific articles on gynecologic cancer diagnosis and treatment
• Researches early markers for ovarian cancer to improve patient outcomes
• Associate Professor at Tel Aviv University medical faculty
• Member of the American and Israeli Societies of Gynecologic Oncology

Dr. Kodchanut Litleaungdej is a hematologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. She specializes in the treatment of leukemia, myeloma, and complex lymphomas. Dr. Litleaungdej co-authored a clinical risk prediction model for cancer-associated venous thromboembolism. She graduated with second-class honors from Naresuan University before completing a hematology fellowship at Thammasat University.

• Performs bone marrow transplantation and CAR T-cell therapy.
• Treats blood disorders including aplastic anemia and thrombocytopenia.
• Provides chemotherapy and biological therapy for hematologic malignancies.
• Works at ISO-certified Intrarat Hospital, which treats 100,000 patients annually.

Dr. Kenan Kapici is a neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery and complex brain tumor removal. Dr. Kapici served as the Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Altinbas University. He has held senior leadership roles at Kasımpaşa Marine Hospital and GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS), discectomy, and brain aneurysm repair.
• Treats pediatric conditions including hydrocephalus and spina bifida.
• Is a member of the Spine Society of Europe and the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
• Completed specialized training in microsurgery and neuroanatomy.
• Works at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.