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Dr. Safak Olgan is a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology. He has expertise in in vitro fertilization (IVF) and reproductive medicine. His research focuses on endometrial compaction, the effects of obesity on IVF outcomes, and new uterine manipulation techniques for laparoscopic hysterectomy.

In 2010, Dr. Olgan received the 'Andre Van Assche Kuleuven' best study award from EBCOG. He represents Turkey in the European Network of Trainees in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ENTOG). This role highlights his dedication to reproductive health and leadership in the field.

Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Aksoy was born in 1974. He graduated from Istanbul University Çapa School of Medicine in 1998. He completed his residency in Radiodiagnostics and Interventional Radiology at Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine in 2002.

He has given oral and written presentations at 13 local and international congresses. Dr. Aksoy specializes in Diagnostic Radiology, Teleradiology, and Interventional Radiology. He has made important contributions in these areas.

He has worked at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Merzifon Air Hospital, Istanbul Emar Center, and Haseki Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Aksoy is dedicated to improving radiological practices.

Dr. Funda Ataman is a dermatologist who graduated from Istanbul University in 1986. She completed her residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital in 1990. She specializes in dermatologic surgery, cosmetic dermatology, laser treatments, and advanced care for skin tumors, allergic skin diseases, and hyperhidrosis.

Dr. Ataman has worked on studies about skin cancer, cryotherapy, and new dermatological methods. She has practiced at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital and Private Istanbul Regional Hospital. She is known for her strong clinical experience and dedication to patient care.

Prof. Dr. Gürsel Saka is an orthopedic and traumatology specialist who completed medical education from Karadeniz Technical University and a specialty education from the University of Health Sciences, Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital. He has carried out successful surgeries in the fields of spine surgery, trauma surgery, arthroplasty, and pelvis-acetabulum surgery. He is currently serving patients in Hisar Hospital Intercontinental Orthopedics and Traumatology Department.

Dr. Selami Aydin is an experienced physician. He specializes in diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, thyroid diseases, chronic and rheumatic diseases, obesity, and digestive disorders. He is known for managing complex chronic conditions and metabolic syndromes. His care helps improve patient health and quality of life.

Dr. Aydin earned his medical degree from Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his specialization at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. He worked at Tokat State Hospital from 2001 to 2007 and at Private Kocaeli Konak Hospital from 2007 to 2021. Since 2021, he has been practicing at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He is respected for his clinical skills and patient-focused approach.

Prof. Dr. İbrahim Halil Tanboğa is a cardiologist with expertise in coronary artery disease, valve disorders, arrhythmias, pacemaker implantation, peripheral artery disease, and congenital heart conditions. He is experienced in advanced diagnostic and interventional methods, including IVUS, FFR, OCT, mitral balloon valvuloplasty, TAVI, and electrophysiological ablation.

Dr. Tanboğa has published over 100 scientific articles. He is accredited by the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology. He completed advanced training at St Thomas Hospital in London and holds a PhD in Biostatistics. Dr. Tanboğa currently provides cardiac care at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ugur Korkmaz is a specialist in Gastroenterology. He focuses on diseases of the esophagus, stomach, liver, colon, pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts. He has published many articles in national and international journals. His work shows a strong dedication to improving gastroenterological care.

Dr. Korkmaz uses advanced treatments such as gastric botox, endoclipping for gastrointestinal bleeding, polypectomy, and endoscopic mucosal resection. He is known for his academic success and holds accreditations from leading Turkish medical institutions. He contributes to both clinical practice and research in his field.

Academic and Professional Background

• Education:
  • 1990–1996: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (MD).
  • 1996–2000: Residency in ENT at Ankara Training and Research Hospital.
  • 2002: Advanced training at the House Ear Institute, Los Angeles, USA.
• Professional Experience:
  • Various roles including researcher, specialist, and chief at prominent hospitals in Turkey.
  • Since 2011: Professor at Lokman Hekim Health Group, focusing on ENT diseases.

Key Achievements and Research Contributions

• Published Work:
  • Over 30 scientific articles in international journals on ENT topics such as hearing loss, laryngeal cancer, and sinus conditions.
  • Topics include rare diseases, surgical innovations, and radiological evaluations.
  • Co-author of ENT-related books and translated chapters in notable surgical references.
• Conference Presentations:
  • Frequent presenter at national and international scientific meetings.
  • Delivered groundbreaking studies on cochlear implants, paranasal tumors, and hearing aid effects on geriatric tinnitus.
• Awards & Recognition:
  • Recognized for excellence in clinical practice and surgical training models, particularly in stapedectomy.

Clinical and Research Interests

• Diseases of the ear, nose, and throat, with a focus on: 
  • Hearing disorders (sensorineural, conductive, age-related).
  • Rhinological conditions, including sinusitis and mucosal pathologies.
  • Oncological ENT cases, specifically rare cancers of the larynx and paranasal sinuses.

International Training and Professional Development

• Attended multiple specialized courses at the House Ear Institute (USA) focusing on temporal bone surgery and pathology.
• Participation in advanced workshops and conferences such as the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF).

Publications and Citations

• Authored high-impact studies cited in prominent journals.
• Contributions to understanding ENT disorders through innovative research methods, such as temporal bone dissection and immunohistochemistry.

Prof. Dr. Celil Göçer is a distinguished ENT specialist whose extensive clinical expertise and academic contributions have greatly influenced the field. He is highly regarded for his innovative surgical approaches and dedication to advancing medical knowledge.

Prof. Dr. Hamdi Er is a respected Eye Diseases Specialist with a strong background in ophthalmology. He has published 63 international papers and many national articles. His work shows a clear commitment to research and progress in eye care.

Dr. Er has completed over 12,000 surgeries. He specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement, LASIK, and retina transplantation. He is a member of organizations such as TOD, ASRS, AAO, and EVRS. These memberships highlight his dedication to professional growth and education in his field.

2021 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

2020 - 2021, Istanbul/Türkiye

SERVICE HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

2018 - 2018, /USA

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist Observer

2013 - 2019, Istanbul/Türkiye

BAKIRKÖY DR. SADİ KONUK TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ramazan GÖZÜKÜÇÜK was born in 1973. He graduated from Çukurova University, Faculty of Medicine in 1996.

He completed his residency training at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2001.

He obtained his Competency Certificates in Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology in 2009 and 2012.

He has participated in 22 congresses domestically and 15 congresses internationally, with 15 published papers.

MEDICAL INTERESTS

• Hospital infections,
• Viral hepatitis,
• Sterilization and disinfection
• Medical genetics and molecular biology.
• Emerging and re-emerging infections.
• Vaccines and travel infections.

Dr. Orhan Dalkılıç, M.D., is a pulmonologist with expertise in bronchoscopy, sleep disorders, asthma, allergies, COPD, tuberculosis, smoking cessation, and lung cancer. He is known for his skill in advanced diagnostic and interventional bronchoscopy. He often treats patients with severe COPD and emphysema.

Dr. Dalkılıç has worked in several cities across Turkey and has made important contributions to pulmonary medicine. He currently practices at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital. He has achieved high success rates in bronchoscopy and has led effective smoking cessation programs. Dr. Dalkılıç is dedicated to clinical excellence and patient care in respiratory medicine.

2005 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2004 - 2005, Ankara/Ankara/Türkiye

GATA TRAINING HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2001 - 2004, Muğla/Muğla/Türkiye

MARINE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

1994 - 2001, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MARINE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

1991 - 1993, Hatay/Hatay/Türkiye

MARINE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

1986 - 1988, Kocaeli/Kocaeli/Türkiye

COMMODATE OF THE MINESHIP FLOTILLA

General Practitioner

1985 - 1986, Ankara/Ankara/Türkiye

GATA TRAINING HOSPITAL

General Practitioner

2009 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2009 - 2009, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEDICANA INTERNATIONAL ISTANBUL HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2008 - 2009, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

Esenler Life Hospital

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2006 - 2008, Van/Van/Türkiye

VAN STATE HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

Dr. Mehmet Saygı is a board-certified cardiologist. He specializes in coronary artery disease, heart failure, heart valve diseases, hypertension, and arrhythmias. He earned his medical degree from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2013. He completed his cardiology training at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital in 2019.

Dr. Saygı has performed more than 2,500 coronary angiographies. He has also completed over 300 stent and balloon procedures. He is skilled in advanced diagnostics such as transesophageal echocardiography and Holter monitoring. Dr. Saygı has worked at Ankara University, Dr. Siyami Ersek Hospital, and Düzce Atatürk State Hospital.

Dr. Toluy Özgümüş has graduated from Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2008 and completed his internal medicine specialty training at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital between 2009 and 2013. He received his Hematology subspecialty training at Marmara University Hematology Department between 2014-2017; He performed his compulsory service at Kars Harakani State Hospital between 2017-2019. He worked at Sancaktepe Şehit Prof. Dr. Ilhan Varak Training and Research Hospital between 2019-2023.

He is experienced in the field of bleeding and coagulation disorders, especially coagulation disorders (thrombophilia), and has dealt with the diagnosis and treatment of more than 1000 patients. Since he worked in the pandemic hospital of the Anatolian side of Istanbul during the pandemic period, he has extensive experience in the hematological findings of Covid-19 infection and the management of Covid-19 infection in hematological diseases. Hundreds of patient experiences are available in the diagnosis of myeloproliferative diseases such as Polycythemia Vera and Essential Thrombocytosis, in their differentiation from blood cell elevations due to other frequently confused causes, and in their treatment. He has experience in the diagnosis and all treatment processes of rare hematological cancers such as multiple myeloma, acute and chronic leukemias, lymphomas and histiocytosis, as well as bone marrow transplantation.

MEDICAL INTERESTS 

Clotting Disorders (Thrombophilia)

Bleeding Disorders

Myeloproliferative Diseases

Anemias (Anemia)

Acute and Chronic Leukemias

lymphomas

Bone marrow transplantation

Dr. Gülümser Kızıltaş Tokmak is a board-certified neurologist. She specializes in advanced neurophysiological diagnostics. She graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine in 2002. She completed her neurology residency at Okmeydanı Teaching and Research Hospital in 2008. Dr. Tokmak also holds a master’s degree in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University.

She has extensive experience in EMG, EEG, and PSG. Her main clinical interests are dementia, headache, and vertigo. Dr. Tokmak has contributed to many studies in these fields. She has worked at Ağrı State Hospital Neurology Clinic, Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, and Medical Park Hospitals.

Op. Dr. Faruk Eroğlu is an experienced ophthalmologist. He focuses on retinal diseases, cataract surgery, refractive surgery, and excimer laser therapy. He graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and completed his specialty training there.

Dr. Eroğlu has performed over 10,000 Argon laser procedures, more than 5,000 excimer laser treatments, and over 1,000 cataract surgeries. He is known for his skill in treating diabetes-related eye conditions and using intraocular lens implants.

He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. Since 2005, he has worked at the Hisar Hospital Intercontinental Eye Health and Diseases Department.

Dr. Nuran Burcu ARKALI, who graduated as a medical doctor from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2004, completed her residency training in the Neurology Clinic at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in 2010 and was appointed as a neurology specialist at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital in the same year, participating in the establishment of the neurology clinic, ward, and intensive care unit.

In 2012, she voluntarily participated in EMG training at Kocaeli University Neurology Department, and in 2013, she started working as a neurology specialist in the private sector. She graduated from the electro-physiology master’s program conducted jointly by Istanbul University Çapa and Cerrahpaşa Medical faculties in 2019, and in the same year, she received training in Botulinum toxin application at Bezmialem University Vakıf Gureba Hospital, as well as training in ozone therapy and mesotherapy from the Ministry of Health and neural therapy.

Dr. Nuran Burcu ARKALI, who has studies related to EEG, EMG, Sleep Disorders, Botulinum toxin applications, Neural therapy, Dementia, Parkinson’s, Headache, and Ozone therapy applications, serves her patients at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental Neurology Clinic.

MEDICAL INTERESTS

• EEG,
• EMG,
• Sleep Disorders,
• Botulinum Toxin Applications,
• Neural Therapy,
• Dementia,
• Parkinson’s,
• Headache and Ozone Therapy Applications