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Dr. Ramon Aurell Ballesteros is a specialist in obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Autonomous University of Barcelona in 1991. He later completed advanced training in London, focusing on reproductive medicine at Hammersmith Hospital.

Dr. Aurell has worked as a Medical Assistant at University Clinic Dexeus. Since 2008, he has led the Reproductive Medicine department at Hospital Quirónsalud Barcelona. He also heads the Assisted Reproduction Unit at Medical Center Teknon. Dr. Aurell is known for achieving high success rates and providing excellent patient care.

• 2022 - Currently, İstanbul/Turkey
  MEMORIAL ATAŞEHIR HOSPITAL
  Obstetrics and Gynecology / In Vitro Fertilization Specialist
• 2015 - 2022, İstanbul/Turkey
  ZEYNEP KAMIL WOMEN'S HEALTH AND PEDIATRICS TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
  IVF Unit
• 2001 - 2015, İstanbul/Turkey
  ZEYNEP KAMIL WOMEN'S HEALTH AND PEDIATRICS TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
  Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic
• 1999 - 2001, Kastamonu/Turkey
  İNEBOLU PUBLIC HOSPITAL
  Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist

Dr. Berk Angun is a Reproductive Medicine specialist from Dunya IVF Clinic with qualifications from University of Uludag and University of Anatolia Medical School, as well as memberships in TSRM Reproductive Health and Infertility Association, TJOD Turkish Society of Gynecology and JED Gynecological Endoscopy Association.

Dr. Sertkaya graduated from Konya Meram Science High School in 2001 and entered Gazi University Medical Faculty the same year, graduating in 2008. He completed his urology specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014, becoming a urology specialist.

Since becoming a specialist, he has focused on the sub-branch of Andrology, attending various training sessions and conferences and performing surgeries with some of the world's leading Andrology professors. In 2017, he passed the written and oral proficiency exams conducted by the European Association of Urology, earning the title of "FEBU."

In 2020, Dr. Sertkaya achieved the rank of Associate Professor of Urology. His journey in Urology and Andrology, which began in 2008, continues at the Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center, which he founded in 2022. He sees patients in his own clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

Arti Clinic holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate, guaranteeing top-notch care for international patients. The multilingual team is proficient in English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, and Turkish.

Alongside his clinical work, Dr. Alper Sismanoglu is also an Assistant Professor and Lecturer at the Medical Faculty of Istanbul Altınbaş University. He has over 20 publications in international and national journals. Dr. Sismanoglu is a sought-after expert frequently featured on Turkish TV shows and in various media outlets.

"Being a proud father of two amazing daughters, I deeply understand the importance of family. Throughout my medical career, my primary focus has been on assisting couples who long to have children. So, if you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to reach out to me. I'm more than happy to lend a helping hand!" says Dr. Alper.

MEMBERSHIPS

• European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
• Reproductive Medical and Surgery Association of Turkey (UTD)
• Turkish Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology (TJOD)
• Turkish Association of Reproductive Health and Infertility (TSRM)

SPECIALIZATIONS 

• IVF treatment
• Obstetrics
• Infertility and reproductive endocrinology
• Gynecological endoscopy
• Infertility surgery

Education:

• 2015: Certificate of Assisted Reproductive Technology Specialist, The Royal Thai College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

• 2012: Certificate Assisted Reproductive Technique, CREST, National University Hospital, Singapore

• 2007: Thai board of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (Faculty of Medicine Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj University), The Royal Thai college of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

• 2000: Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
 

Work Experience:

• Medical Director : Prime Fertility Center

• OB GYN Bumrungrad Hospital (On duty for private case)

• Medical Director : Ovy Women’s Clinic (Abstain)

• A.R.T. Specialist : SAFE Fertility and PGD Center (Abstain)

• OB GYN Bangkok Hospital (Abstain)

• OB GYN Phyathai 2 Hospital (Abstain)

• OB GYN Phyathai Nawamin Hospital (Abstain)

• OB GYN Bangna 1 Hospital (Abstain)

Dr. Alper Eraslan is an experienced Obstetrics and Gynaecology Surgeon. He is also a certified IVF Specialist. Since 2019, he has been practicing at Dunya IVF. Before this, he worked at Koc University Hospital in Istanbul. He received his IVF certification from the American Hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Eraslan earned his medical degree from Dokuz Eylul University. He completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Marmara University Hospital. He received ESGO fellowships at Klinikum Frankfurt Höchst in Germany and UZ Leuven in Belgium. He also holds a Master’s in Clinical Studies from the University of London and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.

• Medical Surgeon and Midwife, graduate of the University of Guadalajara's Health Sciences University Center.
• Training as a Resident Physician in the specialty of Gynecology and Obstetrics at the New Hospital of Guadalajara 'Dr. Juan Ignacio Menchaca'
• He completed his social service at the Family Medicine Unit #34 of the Mexican Social Security Institute.
• Specialty in Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Dr. Juan I. Menchaca Civil Hospital of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Jalisco, generation 2016-2020.
• Subspecialty in Human Reproduction Biology at the Mexican Institute of Infertility, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Generation 2020-2022.
• Teaching experience as an instructor in the development of laboratory practices for the subject 'Immunology'
• Participation in the academic stay of the XVII Summer of Scientific and Technological Research of the Pacific, in the facilities of the Clinical Epidemiology Research Unit of the Regional General Hospital No. 1 'Carlos Mac Gregor Sanchez Navarro' with the work 'PREVALENCE OF DISTAL PERIPHERAL DIABETIC NEUROPATHY ASSOCIATED WITH METABOLIC CONTROL ACCORDING TO THE ADA'
• Participation in the research protocol on 'Arterial Mechanics' at the facilities of the Cardiovascular Research Department of the University Center for Health Sciences.

• Bachelor of Surgeon graduated from the Universidad Anáhuac Norte
• Specialty in Gynecology and Obstetrics graduated from the National Institute of Perinatology
• Subspecialty in Biology of Human Reproduction graduated from the National Institute of Perinatology

Professional ID: 8038355/10926456

• Gynecology and obstetrics consultation
• Colposcopy
• Normal and high risk pregnancy
• Family planning consultations, climacteric/menopause and couples with infertility

Education

🎓 Medical education: Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of the Basque Country (Hospital de Cruces, 2003–2009) — one of the leading medical schools in Spain.

🏥 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology: Completed a highly competitive residency at the Institut Universitari Dexeus (Barcelona, 2010–2014), known for its excellence in women's health and reproductive medicine.

Professional experience

🔹 Assisted Reproduction Specialist (Hospital Quirón Barcelona & Centro Médico Teknon) Currently a leading expert in the Assisted Reproduction Unit, collaborating with Dr. Aurel to develop personalized IVF programs. Together, they provide exceptional patient care and achieve success rates that exceed international standards.

🔹 Egg Donation Program Coordinator Dr. Barbed runs one of the most advanced egg donation programs in Spain, providing high-tech medical care to patients from all over the world. (May 2021 - present)

🔹 Coordinator of the Department of Reproductive Medicine and Prenatal Diagnostics (Gine-3 Gynecological Center) Successfully managed a multidisciplinary team specializing in infertility treatment and prenatal care, receiving recognition for her professionalism and expertise in complex reproductive cases. (2017–2021)

🔹 Gynecology and Obstetrics Consultant (Hospital de Barcelona) Provided advanced gynecological and obstetric care, specializing in high-risk pregnancy management and minimally invasive procedures. (2017–2021)

🔹 Specialist in Reproductive Medicine (Institut Universitari Dexeus) Specialized in assisted reproductive technologies and endoscopic surgery, contributing to innovation in fertility preservation. (2014-2017) Awards and Certifications 🏆 Ranked among the Top 10 Gynecologists in Catalonia (according to El Nacional.cat) for her outstanding contribution to reproductive medicine and patient care. 📜 Level III certification in ultrasound diagnostics (issued by the Spanish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics, SEGO) - the highest level of qualification in gynecological ultrasound.

Research, publications and academic activities

📖 Publications: • "Efficiency of oocyte storage in low ovarian response for PGS" – Gynecol. Endocrinol., July 2016. • Numerous scientific articles published since 2007, some of which have received awards for outstanding quality.

🎤 Participation in conferences: Active participant in national and international congresses, where he presents cutting-edge research and collaborates in multidisciplinary research.

🎓 Teaching activity: Teaches in the Master's program "Cytogenetics and Reproductive Biology" at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.

Professional associations

✅ Member of the Association for the Study of Reproductive Biology (ASEBIR) since 1993.

✅ Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) since 2008.

Why choose Dr. Cayetana Barbed?

💎 More than 10 years of experience in reproductive medicine, numerous awards and active participation in the development of the industry.

💎 Individual approach to each patient, based on modern scientific data and advanced treatment methods.

💎 Combining expertise and caring, Dr. Barbed strives to provide the best possible outcome for each patient on their journey to parenthood.

Dr Armagan Ulubas was born in 1962 in Ankara. He graduated from faculty of medicine of Kayseri Erciyes university in 1986. He has over 35 years experience in the field of gynaecology, obstetrics and reproductive medicine. He received his IVF speciality in 1998. He works as a part time consultant at Dunya IVF since 2024. He has worked in various ivf clinics around the world.                                                                

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND ADVANCED COURSES
QUALIFICATIONS

Professor Simon completed his medical studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He completed his residency and further training in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Hadassah University Hospital Ein Kerem.

Advanced training in the areas of gamete micromanipulation, laparoscopic surgery and reconstructive pelvic surgery for patients with gynecologic oncology diseases in leading clinics in Europe and the USA.

Today, Professor Alex Simon directs the IVF Center at Hadassah University and also holds an academic position as Associate Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

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Dr. Svetlana Turbanist is a fertility specialist and obstetrician-gynecologist with 25 years of experience. She is skilled in advanced reproductive treatments such as IVF, embryo cryopreservation, sperm donation, and IVF with gender selection. Dr. Turbanist has helped many patients achieve successful outcomes. She is known for her expertise in complex fertility cases.

She is a member of professional organizations including UARM, ESHRE, and ASRM. This shows her dedication to staying current with the latest standards and advances in reproductive medicine.

Since January 1993, Dr. Totaro holds the role of the Coordinator of the MAP (Medically Assisted Procreation) Center and of the Obstetrics-Gynecological Ultrasound Center at the Ospedale Santa Maria at the Maternal and Child Department. Under his supervision the Center, one of the leading MAR centers in Italy, performs more than 1,000 procedures a year. Ospedale Santa Maria - is in first position, for number of cycles of IUI, intrauterine insemination (586) - level I technique, while for the number of oocyte thawing procedures - level II and III technique - the hospital of Santa Maria from Bari occupies the 4th place in the national ranking.

In 1986 Dr. Totaro graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Bari, Italy with full marks, where 4 years later he specialized in Gynecology and Obstetrics. He then completed his diploma with participation at numerous professional courses, such as "Biophysical and biochemical monitoring of the fetus" (one year course, 1991, Bari) and obtaining a diploma in Clinical Sexuology from the ELEUSIS – International Center for the study, research and therapy of female, male and couple sexual dysfunctions (two years course, 1996, Bari). 

In order to broaden his knowledge in the obstetrics-gynecological scientific field, Dr. Totaro participates, both as moderator and speaker and as organizer, in numerous conferences, symposiums, congresses and courses (over 40 national and international congresses) and is the author of more than 30 scientific publications. 

Dr. Totaro is an active member of the following organizations:

ESHRE (European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology)

SIRU (Italian Society of Human Reproduction)

SIGO (Italian Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics)

AOGOI (Italian Association of Hospital Obstetricians and Gynecologists)

SIMOP (Italian Society of Private Hospital Doctors)

ESG (European Society of Gynecology).

Education

• İstanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, 2017
• Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Trainer, 2003-2008
• Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, 1997-2003
• Ankara Science High School, 1994-1997
• 2022 – Prof. Dr. – Üsküdar Üniversitesi

Professional Experience

• Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara 2003-2008
• Şanlıurfa Maternity Hospital, Şanlıurfa 2009-2010
• Anatolia IVF Center, Ankara 2010-2014
• Bahçeci Gynecological Diseases and IVF Group, Istanbul, 2014

International Publications

1. A.Ayhan, C.Kart, S.Guven, K.Boynukalin, T.Kucukali. “The role of reoperation in the management of endometrial carcinoma found in simple hysterectomy” Journal of Surgical Oncology (ISI) 2006; 93:373-378, DOI: 10.1002/jso.20479
2. A.Ayhan, K.Boynukalin, M.C.Salman, “Tubal ligation via posterior colpotomy”, International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics (ISI) 2006 ;93:254-255, DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgo.2006.02.015
3. A.Ayhan, F.K.Boynukalin, S.Guven, N.U.Dogan, I.Esinler, A. Usubutun. “Repeat LEEP conization in patients with cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade3 and positive ectocervical margins”, International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics (ISI) 2009; 105:14-17, DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgo.2008.11.015
4. A.Ayhan, N.U.Dogan, S.Guven, O.T.Guler, F.K.Boynukalin, M.C.Salman. “Clinical outcome of transobturator tape concomitant with vaginal hysterectomy plus anterior posterior colporrhaphy”, Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics (ISI) 2009;280:375-380, DOI: 10.1007/s00404-008-0920-0
5. B.O.Yildiz, G.Bozdag, A.Harmanci, U.Otegen, K.Boynukalin, Z.Vural, S.Kirazli, I.C.Haznedaroğlu, H.Yarali. “Increased circulating soluble P-selectin in polycystic ovary syndrome.”, Fertility and Sterility (ISI) ,2010; 93:2311-2315 pp., 2010 , DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnster.2009.01.121
6. G.Bozdag, I.Esinler, K.Boynukalin, T.Aksu, S.Gunalp, T.Gurgan. “Single intramural leiomyoma with normal hysteroscopic findings does not affect ICSI-embryo transfer outcome.” Reproductive Biomedicine Online (ISI) 2009; 19:276-280, DOI: 10.1016/S1472-6483(10)60085-5
7. B.O.Yildiz, G.Bozdag, U.Otegen, A.Harmanci, K.Boynukalin, Z.Vural, S.Kirazli, H.Yarali., ” Visfatin and retinol-binding protein 4 concentrations in lean, glucose-tolerant women with PCOS.”, Reproductive Biomedicine Online(ISI), 2010; 20:150-155, DOI: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2009.10.016
8. M.C.Salman, A.Usubutun, T.Ozlu, K.Boynukalin, K.Yuce, “Obesity does not affect the number of retrieved lymph nodes and the rate of intraoperative complications in gynecologic cancers.”, Journal of Gynecologic Oncology (ISI) , 2010; 21:24-28, DOI: 10.3802/jgo.2010.21.1.24
9. M.C.Salman, A.Usubutun, K.Boynukalin, K.Yuce, “Comparison of WHO and endometrial intraepithelial neoplasia classifications in predicting the presence of coexistent malignancy in endometrial hyperplasia.”Journal of Gynecologic Oncology(ISI) 2010; 21:97-101, DOI: 10.3802/jgo.2010.21.2.97
10. F.K.Boynukalin, Z.Erol, A.I.Aral, İ.H.Boyar, “Gestational choriocarcinoma arising in a tubal ectopic pregnancy: case report.”, European Journal of Gynaecological Oncology(ISI) , 2011; 32:592-593
11. F.K.Boynukalin, I.Esinler, S.Guven, S.Gunalp, “Hyaluronan binding assay does not predict pregnancy rates in IUI cycles in couples with unexplained infertility.”, Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics (ISI) , 2012;286:1577-1580, DOI: 10.1007/s00404-012-2476-2
12. M.G.Ugur, K.Boynukalin, Z.Atak, I.Ustuner, R.Atakan, C.Baykal., “Sleep disturbances in pregnant patients and the relation to obstetric outcome.”, Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology (ISI) , 2012; 39:214-217
13. C.Comunoğlu, K.Boynukalin, M.G.Uğur, R.Al, M.G.Kuzey, C.Baykal, “Overexpression of c-Met in cervical intraepithelial neoplasia”, European Journal of Gynaecological Oncology (ISI) , 2012;33:625-628
14. F.K.Boynukalin, H.Boyar, H.Gormus, A.I.Aral, N.Boyar, “Bilateral hypogastric artery ligation in emergency setting for intractable postpartum hemorrhage: a secondary care center experience.”, Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology (ISI) , 2013; 40:85-88
15. F.K.Boynukalin, C.Baykal, “Prenatal diagnosis of multiple fetal anomalies in naphthalene-addicted pregnant women: a case report”, Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology (ISI) 2014;41(2):217-8.
16. F.K.Boynukalin, C.Comunoglu, I.Turkmen, G.M.Kuzey, O.T.Guler, C.Baykal, “C-Met expression pattern in uterine leiomyoma”, Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology (ISI) 2014;41(3):254-7
17. Polat M, Boynukalın FK, Yaralı I, Esinler I, Yaralı H. Endometriosis is not associated with inferior pregnancy rates in in vitro fertilization: an analysis of 616 patients. Gynecol Obstet Invest. 2014;78(1):59-64
18. Polat M, Boynukalin FK, Yarali I, Erdoğan BD, Bozdağ G, Yaralı H. Transient intrauterine fluid accumulation not due to hydrosalpinx or any identifiable pelvic pathology is not detrimental to IVF outcome. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2014 Sep;290(3):569-73.
19. Polat M, Boynukalın FK, Yaralı İ, Yaralı H. Bilateral ectopic pregnancy following ICSI. BMJ Case Rep. 2014 Jun 26;2014.

National Publications

1. K.Boynukalın, M.Velipaşaoğlu, İ.Esinler, “Spontaneus uterine rupture during pregnancy : Does previous uterine septum resection trigger it?”, Gynecology Obstetrics & Reproductive Medicine , 2008; 14:116-118
2. C.Yeşil, S.Önder, K.Boynukalın, Ö.Ergül, P.Fırat, G.M.Kuzey, A.Usubütün, “Serviksin premalign lezyonlarında sitolojik ve histopatolojik tanılar arasındaki ilişki.”, Türk Patoloji Dergisi , 2010; 26:38-43
3. H.I.Boyar, F.K.Boynukalın, N.Boyar, M.Vural, “Uterin anomali olgusunda postpartum kanama kontrolünde B-Lynch sütür tekniği”, Journal of The Turkish German Gynecological Association , 2011: 12:47-49 ,DOI: 10.5152/jtgga.2011.10
4. F.K.Boynukalın, S.Güven, S.Günalp, “Sperm DNA hasarı ve üremeye yardımcı teknikler”, Türk Jinekoloji ve Obstetrik Derneği Dergisi , Baskıda DOI: 10.5505/tjod.2014.82584
5. F.K.Boynukalın, E.Karahanoğlu, C.Baykal, “Hodgkin’s Disease Diagnosed in Third Trimester of Pregnancy Coexisting with Pregnancy Cholestasis: Case Report”, Gynecology Obstetrics & Reproductive Medicine , Baskıda
6. D.Esinler, F.K.Boynukalin, İ.Esinler, T.Aksu, “Comparison of Controlled Ovarian Stimulation Protocols on IVF Outcome in Normal and Poor Responders”, Gynecology Obstetrics & Reproductive Medicine , Baskıda
7. F.K.Boynukalin, A.İ.Aral, Ö.T.Güler, “Uterine Torsion in Term Pregnancy”, Basic and Clinical Sciences , Baskıda
8. F.K.Boynukalin, Ö.T.Güler, “The use of growth hormone in IVF”, Basic and Clinical Sciences , Baskıda
9. K.Boynukalin, C.Baykal, O.Dolar, N.Ozcan, “Prenatal diagnosis of Apert Syndrome; A case report”, Basic and Clinical Sciences , Baskıda
10. Professional Experience