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EXPERIENCE

2018 - Present, Istanbul, Turkey

MEMORIAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPITAL

Gastroenterology Specialist

2017 - 2018, Istanbul, Turkey

ULUS LIV HOSPITAL

Gastroenterology Specialist

2013 - 2016, Istanbul, Turkey

MEDICAL PARK BAHÇELİEVLER HOSPITAL

Gastroenterology Specialist

2011 - 2013, Nevşehir, Turkey

NEVŞEHİR STATE HOSPITAL

Mandatory Service

EDUCATION

2008 - 2011, Izmir, Turkey

DOKUZ EYLÜL UNIVERSITY

Gastroenterology Residency Training

2002 - 2007, Istanbul, Turkey

ISTANBUL FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Internal Medicine Residency Training

1994 - 2001, Istanbul, Turkey

MARMARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Medical Degree

SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS

Numerous national and international articles and publications

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

• Turkish Gastroenterology Association

• Turkish Endoscopy Association

• Turkish Liver Research Association

• Internal Medicine Association

PARTICIPATION IN PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS, COURSES, AND CONFERENCES

Extensive participation in various professional training programs, courses, and congresses

Dr. Beyza Topcu is an expert in Nutrition and Dietetics. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Gumushane University (2014-2018). She has worked at Diettherapy Nutrition and Diet Counseling Center, Mestetik Aesthetics and Beauty Center, Estetica Beauty and Aesthetic Center, Academy Fitness, and Zafiran Restaurant.

Dr. Topcu focuses on clinical nutrition, dietary therapy, and wellness programs. She has a strong record of helping patients improve their health. She uses evidence-based methods and provides personalized care. Dr. Topcu is dedicated to promoting better nutrition through effective counseling and practice.

Prof. Dr. Nesrin Sarıman graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English) in 1990 and completed her specialization in “Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis” at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital. She worked at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital between from 2004 till 2022, obtaining the titles of associate professor and professor. Her primary areas of interest include; Obstructive Lung Diseases (Asthma-Allergy, COPD), Sleep Disorders (Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome), Lung Cancer, and Smoking Cessation Treatments. She is a bronchoscopy specialist and sleep physician. She has published articles in national and international journals and has authored book chapters. She participated in a multicenter international clinical study on asthma. She has taught undergraduate and graduate courses and supervised master’s theses. She has served as a member of the Clinical Research Ethics Committee. She holds memberships in national and international associations. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she actively participated in COVID-19 services. During her years at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine, she undertook numerous administrative and academic roles, including serving as the editor of “Maltepe Medical Journal” and as the assistant dean from 2019 till 2022. She participated in certified training programs organized under the Ministry of Health GETAT applications at Medipol University in “Functional Medicine” and “Phytotherapy” and completed training in “Hypnosis Application Training”

Dr. Alihan Gurkan is a gastrointestinal surgeon with over 25 years of experience. He specializes in bariatric and advanced gastrointestinal procedures. For more than ten years, he led the Department of General Surgery. He is known for his focus on patient safety and his commitment to international standards.

Dr. Gurkan is a member of several professional organizations, such as the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and the Turkish Society of Surgery. He completed advanced fellowships in cardiovascular and multi-organ transplantation at leading US institutions. His practice is known for high success rates and the use of modern surgical techniques.

Dr. Ismail Onder Uysal is a specialist in plastic surgery and ENT with over 26 years of experience. He has performed around 2,500 procedures. He is known worldwide for his skills in rhinoplasty, including open and closed techniques and revision surgeries.

Dr. Uysal graduated from Cumhuriyet University in 1999. He has worked as a lecturer in academic medicine and has published in international medical journals. Many patients from different countries seek his advanced surgical care.

Prof. Dr. Levent Kılıçkan graduated from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1989. He completed his residency at Istanbul Taksim Hospital in 1994. He became an associate professor at Kocaeli University Medical Hospital in 2001. In 2006, he was promoted to full professor at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Kılıçkan has attended many national and international medical events. His main areas of interest are intensive care, regional anesthesia, organ transplantation, and cardiovascular anesthesia.

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.

Assoc. Prof. Elif Evrim EKIN completed her education at Ege University Faculty of Medicine between and obtained the title of Medical Doctor. In 2003 she received her Radiology specialization from Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, and also spent a year at the Ege University Department of Radiology. After obtaining her Radiology specialization, she worked at Bozüyük State Hospital and Private Eskişehir Sakarya Hospital from 2003 to 2014. Since 2014 she has worked at Istanbul Taksim Gaziosmanpaşa Training and Research Hospital for 10 years, where she obtained the title of Associate Professor in 2019, serving as the Education Coordinator and Administrative Responsible in the Radiology Education Clinic. She has published research articles in international SCI and SCI-E journals and has numerous national and international oral presentations and journal peer reviews. In 2020, she successfully completed the ‘Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice’ training. Her special interests are musculoskeletal radiology and breast imaging.

2012 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL ATASEHIR HOSPITAL

Pediatric Chest Diseases Specialist \ Pediatric Health and Diseases Specialist

2012 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Pediatric Chest Diseases Specialist \ Pediatric Health and Diseases Specialist

1995 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MARMARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Member of the Department of Pediatric Chest Diseases

2014 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2011 - 2013, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

WORLD EYE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2002 - 2011, Samsun/Samsun/Türkiye

ONDOKUZ MAYIS UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Head of Department of Ophthalmology

1992 - 2011, Samsun/Samsun/Türkiye

ONDOKUZ MAYIS UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Faculty Member of the Department of Ophthalmology

1989 - 1991, Samsun/Samsun/Türkiye

SAMSUN STATE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist (Compulsory Service)

1983 - 1984, Ankara/Ankara/Türkiye

ÇANKAYA GOVERNMENT MEDICAL OFFICE

General Practitioner (Compulsory Service)

1982 - 1983, Zonguldak/Zonguldak/Türkiye

CAYCUMA CENTRAL HEALTH CENTER

General Practitioner (Compulsory Service)

2011 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Pediatric Nephrology Specialist

2003 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

ISTANBUL FACULTY OF MEDICINE, DIVISION OF CHILDREN'S NEPHROLOGY

Faculty Member Professor

1995 - 2003, Istanbul/Germany

ISTANBUL FACULTY OF MEDICINE, DIVISION OF CHILDREN'S NEPHROLOGY

Associate Professor

1987 - 1989, Balikesir/Türkiye

AYVALIK STATE HOSPITAL

Pediatrics Specialist

1985 - 1987, Kocaeli/Türkiye

DERINCE MILITARY HOSPITAL

Pediatrics Specialist

2023 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Pediatric Surgery Specialist

2016 - 2023, Kocaeli/Türkiye

PRIVATE GULF MARMARA HOSPITAL

Pediatric Surgery Specialist

2011 - 2016, Tokat / Türkiye

GAZİOSMANPAŞA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL HOSPITAL

Assist. Prof. Dr. Department of Pediatric Surgery

2010 - 2011, Trabzon / Türkiye

TRABZON NUMNE TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Pediatric Surgery Specialist

2006 - 2011, Nigde/Türkiye

NİĞDE DR.DOĞAN BARAN WOMEN AND CHILDREN HOSPITAL PEDIATRIC SURGERY SPECIALIST

Pediatric Surgery Specialist

1998 - 2001, Ordu/Türkiye

ORDU GURGENTEPE STATE HOSPITAL

Emergency room

2023 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Organ Transplantation, General Surgery

2023 - 2023, Istanbul/Türkiye

YEDİTEPE UNIVERSITY ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION-GENERAL SURGERY

Organ Transplantation Center Responsible Physician

2019 - 2022, Duzce/Türkiye

DUZCE UNIVERSITY ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION-GENERAL SURGERY

Organ Transplantation Center Responsible Physician

2012 - 2019, Erzincan/Türkiye

BİNALI YILDIRIM UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY

Head of Department of General Surgery

2005 - 2012, Erzurum/Türkiye

ERZURUM PALANDÖKEN STATE HOSPITAL GENERAL SURGERY

Specialist

Gastroenterologist

Medical Experience:

- 2024 - Present: Memorial Şişli Hospital  

 Specialist in Internal Medicine and Hematology / Istanbul

- 2017 - 2024: Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital  

 Specialist in Internal Medicine and Hematology / Istanbul

- 2015 - 2017: Eskişehir Yunus Emre State Hospital  

 Hematology Specialist - Compulsory Service / Eskişehir

Medical Education:

- 2020 - 2024: Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital  

 Demiroğlu Bilim University, Faculty of Medicine / Istanbul, Turkey

- 2017 - 2020: Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital  

 Demiroğlu Bilim University, Faculty of Medicine / Istanbul, Turkey

- 2011 - 2015: Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Hematology / Eskişehir, Turkey

- 2009 - 2011: Harvard University, Faculty of Medicine / Boston, USA

- 2000 - 2008: Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine / Ankara, Turkey

- 1994 - 2000: Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine / Ankara, Turkey

Attended Professional Trainings, Courses, and Conferences:

- European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation, 3rd EBMT International Transplant Course, Barcelona, Course, 07.09.2018-09.09.2018 (International)

- Turkish Academy of Blood Science, Lymphoma Masterclass, Istanbul, Course, 01.09.2016-01.03.2017 (National)

- Advanced Life Support Course, Istanbul

Membership in Professional Associations:

- European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation

- Turkish Academy of Blood Science

- Advanced Life Support Course

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a specialist in Orthopedics, Traumatology, and Spine Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He worked in Spine Surgery there in 2024–2025 and has been in Orthopedics since 2026. He previously led the Orthopedic Surgery, Traumatology & Advanced Spine Surgery Center at Emsey Hospital (2018–2022). His experience includes the EURO SPINE Surgical Spine Center of Excellence in Switzerland (2022–2024) and a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center (2009–2011). He also held posts at Boğaziçi Spine Center, Medical Park Göztepe, and Florence Nightingale.

Education: MD, Ege University (1990–1996). Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal TRH (2000–2004). Publications: 50 journal articles and 37 presentations.

Memberships: TTB, TOTBİD, Turkish Spine Society, MINOD, NASS, SRS, European Spine Society, and APSS.