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The doctor has been associated with several prestigious medical institutions, making significant contributions to neurology through extensive research and scientific publications, particularly in Alzheimer's disease and epilepsy.

The doctor is a founding president of the Alzheimer's Association Denizli Branch and holds memberships in several notable organizations, including the International Society to Advance Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment and the Society for Neuroscience.

The doctor completed neurology specialization training at Ondokuz Mayis University and medical training at Ankara University Medical Faculty.

The doctor graduated from the School of Medicine at Ankara University and completed a medical specialty in Ophthalmology there. Specializing in corneal diseases and cornea transplantation, the doctor has authored numerous papers and performed a significant number of surgeries in these fields. Areas of medical interest include general eye examination, cataract, glaucoma, corneal and conjunctival diseases, and cornea transplant. The doctor has held academic positions at Ankara University and Selcuk University, contributing to 175 scientific publications and 3 book chapters.

The doctor graduated from Marmara University School of Medicine in 1994 and completed a medical specialty in cardiology at Koşuyolu Heart Teaching and Research Hospital. The doctor has conducted extensive research on endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms, coronary artery disease imaging through stress tests, and ambulatory cardiac monitoring. The doctor is proficient in procedures such as Holter tests, balloon valvuloplasty, and temporary pacemaker implantation. Since 2016, the doctor has been serving as the Head of the Cardiology Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

The doctor specializes in radiation oncology with over 32 years of experience. She has authored 114 scientific publications addressing various oncological issues. Her professional roles include being a Board Member and Chief Editor at the Turkish Society of Oncology and a Scientific Advisory Board Member at Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Medical Sciences. She completed her medical training and residency in Radiation Oncology at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. The doctor is an active member of several professional societies, including the Turkish Society of Oncology, where she serves as Vice President.

The doctor specializes in the management and treatment of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, thyroid diseases, diabetes, and vascular problems. With a focus on the follow-up of chronic diseases and etiology-diagnosis studies, the doctor has extensive experience in various medical institutions.

Graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and further specialized there, the doctor also holds a master's degree in Health Management from Okan University. The doctor has worked in numerous hospitals and health centers, contributing significantly to patient care and medical research.

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.

2022 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHÇELİEVLER HOSPITAL

Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist

2018 - 2022, Istanbul/Türkiye

BEZMIALEM FOUNDATION UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE HOSPITAL

Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist

2016 - 2018, Adiyaman/Türkiye

KAHTA STATE HOSPITAL

Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist

• 2001 - Currently, İstanbul/İstanbul/Turkey
  MEMORIAL ŞİŞLİ HOSPITAL
  Chest and Cardiovacular Surgeon
• 1997 - 2001, İstanbul/İstanbul/Turkey
  FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE HOSPITAL
  Chest and Cardiovacular Surgeon
• 1992 - 1997, İstanbul/İstanbul/Turkey
  YEDİKULE PULMONARY DISEASES HOSPITAL
  Chest and Cardiovacular Surgeon
• 1990 - 1992, İzmir/İzmir/Turkey
  HATAY MILITARY HOSPITAL
  Medical Third Lieutenant

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)

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

The doctor graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University in 1998 and completed a residency at Istanbul School of Medicine in 2010. Specializing in internal diseases, the doctor provides comprehensive assessment, differential diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring services at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. With a focus on endocrine and metabolic diseases, the doctor is well-versed in managing a wide range of internal medical conditions.

Previous training and work experience include positions at Andirin State Hospital and Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

The doctor has dedicated nearly five decades to pediatric hematology, with a focus on bone marrow transplantation and management of blood disorders and cancers in children. Recognized for contributions to bone marrow transplantation research in Europe, the doctor specializes in complex operations related to this field.

Holding memberships in various prestigious organizations such as the Children's Cancer Society, European Association for Bone Marrow Transplantation, and Turkish and American Society of Hematology, the doctor has established a significant presence in the medical community.

Achieving the title of professor in 1996, the doctor completed specialized training in child health and disease at Tsukurov Faculty of Medicine, following a medical degree from Istanbul University.

The doctor is a renowned neurosurgeon with over 31 years of experience. Specializing in the treatment of glioma, epilepsy, movement disorders, skull injuries, nervous disorders, spine tumors, herniation, and other brain and spine problems, the doctor has made significant contributions to the field.

With 117 scientific papers published, the doctor is also a co-author of the book 'Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery', reflecting a deep commitment to advancing neurosurgical knowledge and practice.