Médicos en Turquía — Página 15

Dr. Levent Kaptanoglu is a general surgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the American Society for Transplantation and Deutsche Gesellschaft Für Chirurgie. Dr. Kaptanoglu completed a fellowship at the Northwestern University Transplantation Unit in Chicago.

• Specializes in complex procedures like Whipple surgery and liver resection.
• Treats conditions including liver hemangioma, pancreatic cysts, and obesity.
• Performs surgeries for breast, pancreatic, and colorectal cancers.
• Sits on the boards of the Breast Surgery and Hepatobiliary Surgery Associations.

El Prof. Asociado Dr. Necati Kaplan es neurocirujano especializado en cirugía de cerebro, columna y nervios periféricos. Trata tumores, trastornos vasculares, hidrocefalia, traumatismos, enfermedad degenerativa de la columna, patologías neuroquirúrgicas pediátricas y malformación de Chiari. También trabaja con terapias experimentales con células madre y exosomas.

Se graduó en la Facultad de Medicina de Cerrahpaşa en 2000. Completó formación en técnicas neuroquirúrgicas mínimamente invasivas en Mainz/Tuttlingen en 2016. También se formó en neuroendoscopia avanzada (2004), el concepto keyhole (2003), microcirugía en GATA (2005), neurocirugía pediátrica (2015) y cirugía lumbar mínimamente invasiva (2015).

Ha sido miembro del consejo directivo de la Asociación de Cirugía del Sistema Nervioso desde 2018. Es miembro de la Asociación Turca de Neurocirugía (desde 2008) y de la Asociación de Terapias con Células Madre y Celulares (desde 2019). Es coautor de series sobre vertebroplastia (111 pacientes/140 segmentos), 200 cirugías cervicales anteriores, 271 microdiscectomías lumbares, 673 casos de traumatismo craneoencefálico leve y terapias con células madre.

Dr. Veysi is a specialist ophthalmologist at CE International Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in I-Lasik, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery. He earned his medical degree from Ankara University. Dr. Veysi also completed specialty training at Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs oculoplastic procedures including eyelid aesthetics and eyebrow lifts.
• Treats complex eye conditions like glaucoma, strabismus, and uveitis.
• Provides medical aesthetic treatments such as Botox and facial fillers.
• Works at a TÜV NORD ISO 9001 certified medical center.

La Profesora Asociada Dra. Nazlı Korkmaz es especialista en obstetricia, ginecología y fecundación in vitro (FIV). Tiene amplia experiencia en salud de la mujer, cirugía mínimamente invasiva y medicina reproductiva. Ha trabajado en hospitales de toda Turquía y ha contribuido a publicaciones científicas nacionales e internacionales.

Su labor clínica incluye el seguimiento del embarazo, afecciones ginecológicas, cirugía laparoscópica, ginecología estética, parto en agua, terapia sexual, FIV, menopausia y medicina de la longevidad. Ofrece una atención centrada en el paciente y adaptada a cada persona.

Dr. Eyup Bakmaz is an orthopedic surgeon at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in orthopedic trauma, sports injuries, and joint reconstruction. Dr. Bakmaz previously served as the Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He treats bone and joint conditions using both traditional and endoscopic methods.

• Performs knee and hip arthroscopy for minimally invasive joint repair.
• Treats complex fractures, meniscus tears, and osteoarthritis.
• Specializes in total joint replacements including hip and knee arthroplasty.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually.

Dr. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and the treatment of liver cancer. Dr. Sağlam was nominated for the International Best Researcher Award for his work on liver-transplanted patients. He has served as a professor of medical oncology since 2016.

• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENETS).
• Works at JCI-accredited facility with advanced PET-MRI and radiology departments.

El Dr. Emad Adden Abdallah es especialista en neurocirugía. Completó su residencia en el Hospital de Práctica e Investigación en Salud de la Universidad de Balıkesir, en Balıkesir, Turquía. Obtuvo su título de médico en la Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad de Balıkesir.

Fue coautor de "Paraoxonase 1 Activity and Phenotype Distribution in Lumbar Disc Herniation Patients" (Turk Neurosurg. 2024;34(4):655-659; doi:10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.44307-23.2; PMID:38874244). Su tesis fue "Efecto terapéutico de la combinación de plasma rico en plaquetas y condroitinasa ABC en lesiones medulares en ratas". Cursos: Cirugía de Columna Avanzada del Dr. Mehmet Zileli (2021), Simposio de Cirugía de Columna Mínimamente Invasiva (2021), Curso de Neurocirugía Pediátrica (2020).

Dr. Emine Yildirim is an associate professor of general surgery at Atlas University Hospital, Istanbul. She specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on breast cancer treatment and reconstruction. Dr. Yildirim has published over 15 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals like Academic Radiology. She holds multiple international certificates in breast cancer surgery and nipple-sparing techniques.

• Performs breast-conserving surgery, free flap reconstruction, and implant-based breast augmentation.
• Treats complex oncological conditions including thyroid, bladder, and colorectal cancers.
• Completed medical residency at Istanbul Haseki Health Application and Research Center.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital, which treats 565,000 patients annually.

Dr. Aysegul Acar is a chest diseases specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. She focuses on complex respiratory conditions, including lung cancer and occupational lung diseases. Dr. Acar performs bronchoscopy and manages intensive care for pulmonary patients. She works at a clinic that treats 280,000 patients every year.

• Treats chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, and pulmonary tuberculosis.
• Expertise in managing sleep disorders and pneumonia.
• Clinical experience in treating post-Covid-19 respiratory complications.
• Practices at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

El doctor es un oftalmólogo experimentado especializado en diversas cirugías oculares, incluyendo ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, Láser, LASEK y Cirugía de Cataratas con Implante de Lente Multifocal. Con más de 15,000 casos manejados, el doctor ha hecho contribuciones significativas al campo.<\/p>

El doctor se graduó de la Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad de Marmara en 2002 y se especializó en el Hospital de Ojos de Beyoglu en 2007, logrando la Cátedra Asociada allí en 2015.<\/p>

El doctor es miembro de la Asociación Oftalmológica Turca y sirvió como Miembro de la Junta de la Sociedad de Cirugía de Cataratas y Refractiva en TOA de 2019 a 2020.<\/p>

Dr. Aziz Kemal Emek is a general surgeon and surgical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in gastrointestinal surgery, focusing on liver and biliary tract tumors. Dr. Emek holds a professorship from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He performs Da Vinci robotic procedures and weight loss surgeries.

• Member of the National Surgical Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, liver cirrhosis, and ulcerative colitis.
• Performs stomach resections, esophagectomies, and robotic-assisted surgeries.
• Works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

Dr. Senol Erguney is a senior urologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in endoscopic stone treatments and transurethral prostate surgeries. Dr. Erguney previously served as the Kocaeli Provincial Health Director. He also leads treatments for male infertility and sexual dysfunction.

• Performs endoscopic prostate and bladder surgery using the TUR method.
• Treats kidney stones through endoscopic crushing techniques.
• Expert in male infertility treatments, including microsurgical varicocele repair.
• Treats pediatric urological conditions such as nocturnal incontinence and undescended testicles.

El Dr. Bugra Bilge Keseroglu se especializa en urología robótica y laparoscópica. Su trabajo robótico incluye prostatectomía radical (convencional y con preservación de Retzius), cistectomía radical, sacrocolpopexia y colposuspensión de Burch. Su trabajo laparoscópico incluye prostatectomía radical con linfadenectomía, cistectomía radical, sacrocolpopexia y colposuspensión de Burch. También realiza nefrectomía y nefrectomía parcial laparoscópicas, pieloplastia, todas las cirugías endourológicas (cirugía de litiasis y procedimientos endoscópicos), HOLEP y cirugía para la incontinencia urinaria femenina.

Formación: Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad de Uludağ, 1990–1996. Especialización: S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 1997–2002. Experiencia: Hospital Estatal de Yozgat, 2002–2006 y 2012–2016; Hospital Privado de Yozgat, 2006–2011; S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 2016–2019; Hospital de la Ciudad de Bilkent, 2019–2024.

Dr. Cemsit Karakurt is the Head of Child Health at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine. He resides on the board of the Turkish Society of Paediatric Cardiology. Dr. Karakurt treats children with complex heart conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital. He specializes in managing arrhythmia, coronary artery disease, and pulmonary hypertension.

• Performs coronary angiography for pediatric patients.
• Treats dilated cardiomyopathy and atrial fibrillation.
• Holds a board membership in the Turkish Society of Paediatric Cardiology.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

Dr. Erhan Tatar is a professor of nephrology at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He is a member of ERA-EDTA, the leading European society for kidney care and transplantation. Dr. Tatar treats chronic renal failure, diabetic kidney disease, and glomerulonephritis. He works at a JCI-accredited facility following global patient safety standards.

• Specializes in kidney transplant preparation and long-term patient follow-up.
• Performs hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis for patients with kidney failure.
• Focuses on hypertension management to prevent renal complications.
• Served as the administrative head of the Nephrology Clinic at Bozyaka Training Hospital.

Dr. Seckin Cagirgan is a professor of hematology at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in treating complex blood cancers like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma. Dr. Cagirgan rose through the ranks at Ege University from assistant professor to full professor. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its tumor board expertise.

• Performs allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical stem cell transplantations.
• Treats blood disorders using photopheresis, plasmapheresis, and targeted therapies.
• Focuses on advanced treatments like chemoimmunotherapy for Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
• Is an active member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Ahmet Ekin is the founder of the Department of Hand Surgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He specializes in microsurgery and complex joint reconstruction for the upper and lower limbs. Dr. Ekin completed specialized training at the Columbia University Presbyterian Medical Center in New York.

• Established the first hand surgery department at Dokuz Eylül University.
• Performs elbow, wrist, and shoulder arthroscopy and microsurgical tendon repairs.
• Applies finger, hand, elbow, and shoulder prostheses for degenerative diseases.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with a specialized robotic surgery center.

Dr. Savas Ceylan has performed over 5,600 endoscopic neurosurgical procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik. He specializes in the treatment of pituitary adenomas and complex skull base tumors. Dr. Ceylan is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He practices at a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul.

• Completed over 4,300 surgeries for pituitary adenomas.
• Expert in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery for sellar region pathologies.
• Performed 150+ craniopharyngioma resections and 120+ chordoma surgeries.
• Previously served as Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Kocaeli University.

El Dr. Alasgar Asgarli, MD, es cirujano oftalmólogo. Se especializa en cirugía de cataratas y refractiva, diagnóstico y tratamiento del glaucoma, enfermedades médicas de la retina y oftalmología pediátrica. Realiza cirugía oculoplástica de párpados y cirugía de trauma ocular. Domina las inyecciones intravítreas, la resección de pterigión y la neurooftalmología. También tiene experiencia en fijación avanzada de lentes intraoculares, incluida la fijación escleral y la técnica de Yamane.

Logros y acreditaciones: Miembro activo de la Asociación Oftalmológica Turca (TOD). Ponente en el 59.º Congreso Nacional de la TOD. Asistió al 58.º Congreso Nacional de la TOD. Completó el Curso de Angiografía Fluoresceínica de Fondo de Ojo de la TOD (2024). Publicó “Comparación de los efectos de las lentes intraoculares acrílicas hidrofóbicas e hidrofílicas sobre el astigmatismo lenticular” (DOI: 10.37844/TJ-CEO.2025.20.37). Cuenta con certificación en bótox y rellenos dérmicos.