Médecins pour IRM d’une zone en Turquie — Page 14

Dr. Senem Karabulut is a medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She is a professor and holds a PhD in molecular oncology. Dr. Karabulut is certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Board. She previously trained as an observer at University Hospital in New Jersey, USA.

• Specializes in immunotherapy and targeted treatments for gastrointestinal and breast cancers.
• Treats hepatobiliary system tumors, lung cancer, and genitourinary malignancies.
• Qualified by the Turkish Medical Oncology Society Board Exam.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility.

Dr. Ayhan Ozturk is a neurologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He specializes in clinical neurophysiology and the treatment of complex demyelinating diseases. Dr. Ozturk focuses on neuromuscular junction disorders and motor neuron diseases like ALS. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its center of excellence in robotic surgery.

• Holds a minor specialization in Clinical Neurophysiology.
• Treats neurodegenerative conditions including Alzheimer’s disease and epilepsy.
• Expertise in managing peripheral neuropathy and multiple sclerosis.
• Performs neurological diagnostics including EEG and brain biopsy.

Dr. Meryem Keceli Basaran is an Associate Professor and pediatric gastroenterologist at Biruni University Hospital. She specializes in digestion, hepatology, and nutrition for children. Dr. Basaran is a member of ESPGHAN, the European authority on pediatric gastroenterology. She manages gastrointestinal food allergies and inflammatory conditions like Crohn’s disease. She works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital in Istanbul.

• Specializes in care before and after liver transplantation.
• Treats irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Expert in managing chronic diarrhea, malabsorption, and faecal incontinence.
• Performs specialized diagnostic colonoscopies and gastroscopies with biopsy.

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.

Dr. Mehmet Alpay Cal is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in neuro-oncological surgery, spinal procedures, and pediatric neurosurgery. Dr. Cal focuses on complex cases like brain tumors, spinal stenosis, and arteriovenous malformations. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for international patient care.

• Performs specialized procedures including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and CyberKnife radiosurgery.
• Treats specific conditions such as Chiari malformation and vestibular schwannoma.
• Published research on brain tumor markers and surgical techniques for cervical corpectomy.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

Dr. Selami Sozubir is a pediatric surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in genitourinary reconstruction and newborn surgery. Dr. Sozubir completed a fellowship at the UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, USA. He has authored over 60 scientific publications with nearly 1,000 citations.

• Expert in hypospadias repair and congenital urinary system abnormalities.
• Winner of the Best Research Study at the National Pediatric Surgery Congress.
• Treats complex pediatric abdominal conditions and oncological cases.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus.

Dr. Hilmi Apak is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in bone marrow transplantation, CAR T-cell therapy, and leukemia chemotherapy. Dr. Apak is the current Head of Department at Istanbul University Department of Pediatrics.

• Published over 70 international medical articles on pediatric oncology research.
• Treats complex conditions like lymphoma, neuroblastoma, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Served as a board member of the Turkish Pediatric Society.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Cengiz Sen is a professor of orthopedics at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in revision arthroplasty, congenital limb deformities, and complex orthopedic disorders in children. Dr. Sen is a pioneer in using stem cell therapy to treat degenerative joint diseases. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with 15 operating rooms and robotic surgical systems.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and complex limb lengthening surgery.
• Treats infected nonunion and pseudoarthrosis using bone deformity correction.
• Published numerous articles on total knee replacement and orthopedic infections.
• Winner of the AOTT Oral Presentation Award for clinical achievements.

Dr. Murat Ugurlucan is a professor and cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement and surgery for congenital heart defects in children. Dr. Ugurlucan completed a research fellowship at the University of Rostock in Germany. He also trained at the King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia.

• Winner of the national vascular surgery oral presentation award.
• Performs open heart surgery, coronary bypass, and carotid endarterectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Ali Hakan Kaya is a hematologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He won first prize from the Blood and Bone Marrow Transplantation Association for his research. Dr. Kaya specializes in stem cell transplants and treating complex blood cancers. He works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital equipped with a dedicated hematology-oncology department.

• Performs allogeneic bone marrow transplants from both related and unrelated donors.
• Treats leukemia, myeloma, and various types of lymphoma using CAR T-cell therapy.
• Is a member of the Turkish Apheresis Society and the Hematologic Oncology Society.
• Received multiple awards for his scientific papers on hematologic immunology and oncology.

Dr. Didem Melis Oztas is a cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery and congenital heart defects. Dr. Oztas won a national award for her research on cardiovascular stem cells.

• Performs specialized surgeries for Tetralogy of Fallot and Atrial Septal Defects.
• Treats complex pediatric heart conditions including ventricular septal defects.
• Expert in pediatric valve replacements and plastic surgery for cardiac valves.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Turgut Akgul is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in scoliosis, kyphosis, and complex spine revision surgery. Dr. Akgul uses Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) for scoliosis treatment. This technique allows for spinal correction while maintaining patient flexibility.

• Board member and Treasurer of the Turkish Spine Society.
• Received the AO Spine Best Oral Presentation award for research on spinal tuberculosis.
• Specialist in narrow canal surgery and pelvic reconstruction.
• Associate Editor for the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery and Acta Orthopaedica.

Dr. Ahmet Salduz is an orthopedic oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He completed specialized fellowships at the Mayo Clinic and the University of Iowa. Dr. Salduz focuses on bone and soft tissue tumors. He treats complex cases including osteosarcoma and synovial sarcoma. His practice combines oncology with complex limb reconstruction and prosthetic surgery.

• Trained in prosthetic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.
• Specializes in hip and knee replacements and complex joint revisions.
• Treats various benign and malignant bone cysts and soft tissue tumors.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Didem Tastekin is a medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in breast and lung cancer treatment, including stage 4 cases. Dr. Tastekin received the TUBITAK Incentive Award for her work in cancer research. She is an active member of both ESMO and ASCO.

• Awarded Best Researcher of the Year at Istanbul University Oncology Institute.
• Treats complex cases at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital.
• Coordinates oncological check-ups and screenings for both men and women.
• Expert in diagnostics including PET-MRI, tumor markers, and organ biopsies.

Dr. Birnur Yilmaz is a Professor of Radiology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on thorax and abdomen imaging along with cardiac CT angiography. Dr. Yilmaz has held academic roles at Okan University and underwent specialty training at Pamukkale University.

• Specializes in prostate imaging and pediatric radiology.
• Performs breast imaging, including mammography and diagnostic ultrasound.
• Conducts brain MRI, angiography, and computer tomography.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited hospital with a dedicated interventional radiology department.

Dr. Yunus Emre Akpinar is a radiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in musculoskeletal, cardiac, and interventional radiology. Dr. Akpinar completed his medical training and residency at the prestigious Istanbul University. He focuses on essential imaging diagnostics and vascular treatments.

• Performs CT scans, brain MRI, and mammography for precise disease detection.
• Treats vascular diseases caused by arteriosclerosis using interventional techniques.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility.
• Member of a radiology team supporting 70 different medical departments.

Dr. Fikret Baskan is a neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Baskan has focused on pediatric neurosurgery for nearly a decade. He treats complex cases like brain tumors, spinal cord malformations, and hydrocephalus.

• Specializes in surgical treatment for spina bifida and congenital anomalies.
• Performs neuro-oncological surgery, brain tumor removal, and spinal cord reconstructions.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group.
• Practices at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Erkan Demirci is an interventional radiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in diagnostic imaging and vascular treatments. Dr. Demirci completed his medical and radiology training at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He currently treats patients at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited center.

• Specializes in computerized tomography (CT) and fluoroscopic imaging.
• Performs ultrasonography, Doppler ultrasound, and mammography.
• Treats vascular diseases caused by arteriosclerosis through interventional techniques.
• Works at a facility featuring 15 operating rooms and a hybrid surgical setup.

Dr. Melda Bozluolcay is a neurologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on dementia, stroke, and brain vascular diseases. Dr. Bozluolcay completed her medical training and residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She treats common and complex neurological conditions in both English and French.

• Specializes in the management of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.
• Treats patients with epilepsy, chronic headaches, and peripheral paralysis.
• Uses EEG and video-EEG monitoring to diagnose seizure disorders.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital equipped with interventional radiology.

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.