Whole-body MRI Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Ercan Kocakoc is a prize-winning radiologist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He won 1st Prize at the 2009 ESGAR congress for clinical cases. Dr. Kocakoc specializes in interventional radiology and advanced body imaging. He completed a research fellowship at the University Hospital of Cleveland in the USA.

• Performs liver chemoembolization and radioembolization for cancer patients.
• Treats urological conditions through procedures like varicocele embolization.
• Held former chairmanship roles at Bezmialem Vakif and Yeditepe Universities.
• Fellow of the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology.

Dr. Shady Mohammed El-sebai is the Chief of Interventional Radiology at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University. He specializes in oncology-focused imaging and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. El-sebai treats liver, renal, and soft-tissue tumors using chemoembolization and ablation techniques. He works at Shef Al Orman Oncology Hospital, an ESMO-accredited center.

• Performs microwave and radiofrequency ablation for bone, lung, and thyroid lesions.
• Expert in US- and CT-guided biopsies, including Mammotome breast lesion excision.
• Specializes in uterine artery embolization for fibroids and varicose vein ablation.
• Manages complex biliary and renal cases with percutaneous stenting and drainage.

Dr. Murat Ayhan is an associate professor of medical oncology at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of breast, lung, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Ayhan is a prolific researcher with over 30 published scientific articles. He focuses on molecular oncology and targeted drug therapies for metastatic conditions.

• Participates in international clinical trials for novel breast and lung cancer treatments.
• Authored several medical book chapters on targeted agents and oncological emergencies.
• Expert in utilizing FDG PET/CT imaging to predict treatment responses in breast cancer.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital recognized for colorectal surgery excellence.

Professor Markus Düx is the Chief Physician of Radiology and Neuroradiology at Nordwest Clinic. He uses whole-body MRI to guide minimally invasive therapies and detailed tumor diagnostics.

• Associate Professor at the University of Heidelberg – a top-ranked German medical institution
• Awarded a Gold Medal from Osaka Medical University for his radiological achievements
• Leads a specialized center for high-intensity focused ultrasound to treat tumors without surgery
• Member of the Radiological Society of North America and European Society of Radiology
• Expert in abdominal imaging as a member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Radiology

Dr. Hakan Yanar is a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic oncologic surgery for colon, stomach, and esophageal cancers. Dr. Yanar holds an Honorary Diploma from the European Board of Surgery in Emergency Surgery. He has trained at prestigious US institutions, including the USC Keck School of Medicine.

• Performs robotic and laparoscopic procedures for complex gastrointestinal diseases.
• Served as an instructor for cadaver training in colon and rectal surgery in New York.
• Completed specialized robotic surgery training at IRCAD in France.
• Works at a clinic recognized as a Center of Excellence for robotic and colorectal surgery.

Dr. Nevzat Koca is a rheumatologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex autoimmune and inflammatory joint diseases. He manages conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and Behçet's disease. Dr. Koca focuses on pain syndromes including fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis.

• Expert in medication therapy for systemic lupus erythematosus and vasculitis.
• Treats genetic inflammatory conditions such as Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF).
• Utilizes bone density scans and whole-body MRI for precise diagnostics.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus, a center recognized for medical excellence.

Dr. Emre Merdan Fayda is a radiation oncologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He is a Professor of Medicine with a focus on MR Linac and 4D radiotherapy. Dr. Fayda completed specialized training in thoracic oncology and stereotactic radiotherapy in the USA. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized as a Center of Excellence for robotic surgery.

• Specializes in three-dimensional brachytherapy and IMRT for breast and lung cancers.
• Treats complex tumors of the central nervous system, head, neck, and skin.
• Maintains a consulting role for radiation oncology at international medical centers.
• Held academic and clinical leadership positions at Istanbul University Oncology Institution.