Ultrasound Doctors Abroad — Page 26

Areas of Expertise

Stroke Rehabilitation

Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Neurological Rehabilitation

Pediatric Rehabilitation

Robotic Rehabilitation

Atroplasty Rehabilitation

Fracture Rehabilitation

Osteoarthritis (Calcification)

Osteoporosis (Bone Resorption)

Fibromyalgia

Medicine

Education

Faculty of Medicine

Specialization: Ankara Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor: 12.10.2015

Publications

Erkin Gülten, Elhan Atilla H, Aybay Canan, Şirzai Hülya, Özel Sumru (2007) Validity and reliability of the Turkish translation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI). Disability and Rehabilitation

Dr. Mesut Okur is a professor and chief physician at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric health and diseases, with a focus on internal medical sciences. Dr. Okur has published over 25 international peer-reviewed articles. He treats children for conditions ranging from congenital heart defects to thyroid disorders.

• Published research on Down syndrome, pediatric brucellosis, and neonatal health.
• Supervises specialized medical theses on allergic rhinitis and pediatric diabetes.
• Practices at a hospital holding a Healthcare Quality Standards Certificate of 95.4%.
• Performed clinical research on pediatric voiding dysfunction and enuresis.

Dr. Augusto Covaro is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Hospital Universitari Quiron-Dexeus in Barcelona. He specializes in treating herniated disks, spinal stenosis, and complex scoliosis. Dr. Covaro serves as a member of AOspine and the Spanish Society of Orthopedics. He practices at a JCI-accredited university hospital recognized for neurosurgery and orthopedics.

• Performs robotic spine surgery and endoscopic discectomy.
• Expertise includes minimally invasive fusion and anterior cervical discectomy.
• Active member of GEER and Eurospine professional organizations.
• Contributes regularly to international meetings and scientific magazines.

Dr. Ismail Yildiz is an anesthesiologist and intensive care specialist at Biruni University Hospital. He holds a subspecialty in intensive care from Akdeniz University. Dr. Yildiz manages critical conditions including sepsis and acute respiratory distress syndrome. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility in Istanbul equipped with 15 operating rooms.

• Expert in ECMO and renal replacement therapy for critically ill patients.
• Member of the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine.
• Specializes in organ transplant anesthesia and life support for brain death cases.
• Uses echocardiography and ultrasonography for bedside patient monitoring.

Dr. Murat Duzgun is a neurosurgeon at Can Hospitals Turkey in İzmir. He specializes in spine surgery and endoscopic brain tumor removal. Dr. Duzgun uses neuronavigation for high-precision brain surgery. He performs fully closed procedures for herniated discs and spinal fractures.

• Performs kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty for spinal fracture treatment.
• Treats scoliosis, ankylosing spondylitis, and nerve compression.
• Expert in minimally invasive pain interventions like radiofrequency and laser.
• Treats pediatric neurosurgery cases including hydrocephalus and congenital anomalies.

Dr. Burcak Ekinci Evci is a neurologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She received the TND – Schering-Plough Proceedings of the Year Award for neurologal research. Dr. Evci specializes in electroneurophysiology, epilepsy, and complex headaches. She publishes research on genetic links in temporal lobe epilepsy and movement disorders.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa and Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.
• Expert in EEG, MRI, and CT diagnostics for neurological conditions.
• Performs medication management for epilepsy and treats trigeminal facial pain.
• Works at a hospital with 95.4 points in Healthcare Quality Standards.

Dr. Bengisu Ay is an infectious diseases specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on viral hepatitis, diabetic foot infections, and clinical microbiology. Dr. Ay has contributed to multi-center studies on antibiotic resistance and pathogen identification. She treats complex cases at a clinic that serves 350,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C and Mediterranean spotted fever.
• Authored research on epidermal growth factor for diabetic foot wounds.
• Former physician at Acipayam State Hospital and Bozyaka Training Hospital.
• Published international research on causative pathogens in bacterial infections.

Dr. Yilmaz Yozgat is a pediatric cardiologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating children with complex heart conditions and vascular diseases. Dr. Yozgat trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He manages cases of hypertension, arrhythmia, and dilated cardiomyopathy in young patients.

• Expertise includes pulmonary hypertension and coronary artery disease in children.
• Performs diagnostic heart check-ups, exercise tests, and carotid artery ultrasounds.
• Former faculty member at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine.
• Works at a center with 21 intensive care units dedicated to newborns.

Dr. Nihat Okcu is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in the treatment of complex digestive conditions and liver diseases. Dr. Okcu has published over 20 academic papers on gastric cancer and endoscopic diagnosis. He serves at a hospital with a 95.4% healthcare quality score.

• Performs laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and small intestine resections.
• Expert in gastric polyps removal and duodenal polyp excision.
• Treats chronic conditions like cirrhosis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Provides diagnostic gastroscopy with biopsy and ultrasound-guided procedures.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Gok is an Associate Professor of General Surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic hernia repair and metabolic surgery. Dr. Gok has authored over 20 national and international scientific articles on surgical outcomes. He practices at a hospital with 95.4 out of 96.4 healthcare quality points.

• Certified in robotic colorectal surgery and laparoscopic hernia techniques on cadavers.
• Received specialized training from the European Hernia Society in Dubai.
• Served as a former Chief Physician at Silopi State Hospital.
• Editor of several medical books on oncological, hernia, and minimal invasive surgery.

Dr. Veysel Kidir is a nephrologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He is certified by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. He also holds certification from the European Renal Association. Dr. Kidir treats complex kidney conditions and manages dialysis therapies.

• Specializes in kidney biopsies and medication treatment for cystitis.
• Authored over 10 peer-reviewed studies in journals like Renal Failure.
• Member of the European Dialysis and Transplant Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 600,000 patients annually.

Dr. Murat Sarikaya is a gastroenterologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis. Dr. Sarikaya is a published researcher with numerous articles in international peer-reviewed journals. His work appeared in reputable titles such as the American Surgeon and Nordic journals.

• Performs endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and ERCP.
• Treats gastrointestinal polyps and manages severe acute pancreatitis cases.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility treating 600,000 patients annually.
• Utilizes advanced diagnostics like PET-CT for precise tumor mapping.

Dr. Asiye Uzun is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in IVF treatments, cosmetic gynecology, and high-risk pregnancy follow-up. Dr. Uzun holds clinical certifications in neonatal resuscitation and emergency obstetrics. She treats complex conditions including uterine fibroids and cervical dysplasia.

• Certified in assisted reproductive technologies (IVF) and laparoscopic surgery.
• Performs specialized procedures like nerve-sparing feminizing genitoplasty.
• Published researcher in infertility treatments and perinatal health outcomes.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility with a 52-incubator neonatal ICU.

The doctor is a highly qualified specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology, having completed medical training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2008. With over a decade of clinical experience, the doctor has served in various healthcare settings, including Medipol University, Private Nisa Hospital, and Kaman State Hospital.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has demonstrated a commitment to women's health and reproductive medicine, providing comprehensive care across diverse hospital environments since 2008.