Medici in Test — Pagina 23

Dr. Elif Evrim Ekin is a radiologist at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in musculoskeletal radiology and breast imaging. Dr. Ekin serves as the Education Coordinator at the Radiology Education Clinic. She has published extensive research in international journals indexed in SCI and SCI-E.

• Obtained her Medical Doctor title from Ege University Faculty of Medicine.
• Completed specialized radiology training at Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital.
• Maintains a focus on musculoskeletal diagnostics and breast health imaging.
• Completed the Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice training.
• Works at a facility that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Nesrin Sariman is a pulmonology and sleep medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She treats asthma, COPD, and lung cancer. Dr. Sariman is a bronchoscopy specialist. She participated in a multicenter international clinical study on asthma. Dr. Sariman holds certifications in functional medicine and phytotherapy from Medipol University.

• Served as Assistant Dean at Maltepe University from 2019 to 2022.
• Treats sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea syndrome.
• Maintains memberships in several national and international medical associations.
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Ibrahim Erdim is an ENT specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in rhinoplasty, head and neck cancer surgery, and pediatric ENT. Dr. Erdim developed the Nasal Axis Lateralization Suture Technique for crooked nose correction. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 10,000+ patients annually.

• Authored the Stapes Stabilizing Cartilage Graft technique for middle ear surgery.
• Published research on the effects of propolis on salivary glands after radiotherapy.
• Member of the Istanbul Association of ENT and Head & Neck Surgeons.
• Expertise includes neurotology and medical facial aesthetic procedures.

Dr. Nurettin Demirkol is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He focus on the management of hypertension, diabetes, and thyroid diseases. Dr. Demirkol holds a master’s degree in Health Management from Okan University. He has attended over 20 national medical congresses to date.

• Specializes in treating chronic conditions like hyperlipidemia and vascular problems.
• Performs etiology and diagnosis studies for complex medical cases.
• Completed residency training in internal medicine at Istanbul University.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Ahmet Nevzat Nayir is a pediatric nephrology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He serves as a Professor at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Nayir specializes in treating kidney and urinary tract conditions in children. He works at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation for safety.

• Holds a professorship in the Division of Children's Nephrology.
• Treats complex pediatric kidney diseases at a leading multidisciplinary medical center.
• Practices at a facility with a 90% success rate in organ transplantation.
• Maintains an academic role alongside his clinical practice at Memorial Şişli.

Dr. Gokhan Ertas is a Professor of Cardiology at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has published 52 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Ertas treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, and heart valve disorders. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high success rates in cardiovascular care.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and Turkish Society of Cardiology.
• Performs heart valve replacement and coronary stenting.
• Completed a research fellowship at the Thorax Center in the Netherlands.
• Contributed to three medical books on cardiovascular medicine.

Dr. Servet Izci is a cardiologist with 24 years of clinical practice. He earned his MD at Fırat University (1996–2002). He completed a cardiology residency at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital (2010–2015). He worked as a consultant cardiologist at Kartal Koşuyolu (2015–2025) and Pendik Medical Park (2025–2026). He now practices at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2026–present). He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Clinical focus: coronary angiography and stenting via radial access. He also performs peripheral and carotid artery interventions. He manages arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and heart failure. Scientific output: three publications. Topics include catestatin as a predictor of mortality in acute pulmonary embolism, ECG changes during alcohol withdrawal, and the increased risk of high‑grade AV block in non‑O blood types.

Dr. Abdullah Yakupoglu is an interventional radiologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in interventional oncology. Dr. Yakupoglu has held several leadership roles at major Turkish medical centers. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high success rates in complex procedures.

• Served as the Interventional Radiology Manager at Acıbadem Health Group.
• Former Interventional Radiology Manager at both American Hospital and German Hospital.
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for treating oncological conditions.
• Practices at the first Turkish hospital to earn Joint Commission International accreditation.

Dr. Taha Bahadir Uskul is a pulmonologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He earned the Harasawa Fellowship and Excellent Presentation Awards from the Asian Pacific Society of Respirology. Currently, he treats lung diseases and tuberculosis at a JCI-accredited facility. Dr. Uskul holds national board certification in pulmonology.

• Specializes in interventional bronchoscopy, medical thoracoscopy, and polysomnography.
• Authored 11 international and 23 national peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Completed specialized interventional training in France and Italy.
• Member of the European Respiratory Society and the Turkish Thoracic Society.

Dr. Serhat Seyhan is the Head Physician at the Genetic Disorders Evaluation Center in Istanbul. He is a medical genetics specialist based at Memorial Şişli Hospital. Dr. Seyhan completed his genetic training at Karadeniz Technical University. He also gained international perspective as a scholar at the University of Miami.

• Former Chair of the Department of Medical Genetics at Istanbul Medipol University.
• Served as Head Physician for genetic centers at two major Turkish university hospitals.
• Member of the medical team at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Expert in evaluating complex hereditary conditions and clinical genetic diagnostics.

Dr. Omer Kamil Dogan is a senior ophthalmologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in cornea transplantation and corneal diseases. Dr. Dogan currently heads the Ophthalmology Department at Hisar Hospital. He holds a professorship from Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine.

• Authored over 170 scientific publications and 3 book chapters.
• Treats complex conditions including glaucoma and cataracts.
• Performs specialized corneal and conjunctival surgeries.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 500,000 patients annually.

The doctor is a highly experienced Neurology Specialist with an extensive clinical background spanning over 15 years in major medical institutions across Türkiye. Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has provided expert neurological care at several prominent healthcare facilities, including Memorial Sisli Hospital and the Private Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital.

The doctor's professional journey includes significant clinical service at Sakarya Yenikent State Hospital and Ankara Occupational Diseases Hospital. With a consistent focus on neurology, the doctor has developed deep expertise in diagnosing and managing complex neurological conditions, maintaining a commitment to high-quality patient care and clinical excellence.

Dr. Koray Tuncer is a gastroenterology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has contributed to medical science with 18 professional publications. Dr. Tuncer translates clinical findings into practice through 49 national and international presentations. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for world-class patient safety standards.

• Completed gastroenterology fellowships at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital and Ege University.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Association for the Study of the Liver.
• Completed clinical internships at Kantonsspital Aarau and Kantonsspital Münsterlingen in Switzerland.
• Is an active member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology.

Dr. Mustafa Saglam is the Head of the Cardiology Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He is a cardiologist and vascular surgeon specializing in aortic aneurysm repair and heart valve procedures. Dr. Saglam trained at Marmara University and Kosuyolu Heart Teaching and Research Hospital. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Performs endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Treats coronary artery disease, arrhythmia, and hypertension.
• Proficient in balloon valvuloplasty and temporary pacemaker implantation.
• Conducts diagnostic imaging including stress tests and ambulatory cardiac monitoring.

The doctor is a highly experienced Ophthalmology Specialist currently practicing at Memorial Şişli Hospital and a private clinic in Istanbul. With a career spanning several years in prestigious medical institutions, the doctor has previously served as an Ophthalmology Specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus.

The doctor completed medical training at the Azerbaijan Medical University and furthered clinical expertise through specialized education at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine. The professional focus remains on delivering comprehensive eye care and diagnostic services within the field of ophthalmology.

Dr. Volkan Seneger is a psychiatrist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He treats a variety of mental health conditions through psychotherapy. Dr. Seneger completed his medical degree at Dokuz Eylül University. He later finished specialized psychiatry training at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Psychiatry Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited medical center in Istanbul.
• Provides care at a facility that treats 10,000+ patients every year.
• Treats patients at a hospital certified by TÜV NORD CERT.

Dr. Oya Ercan is a pediatric endocrinologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She founded the Adolescent Science Branch at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty. Dr. Ercan specializes in hormonal disorders in children and teenagers. She previously served as visiting Chief Resident at Middlesex Hospital in London.

• Current Head of the Department of Pediatric Endocrinology at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Treats a wide variety of pediatric endocrine and cellular conditions.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital, a leading center for specialized care.
• Holds nearly four decades of clinical experience in Turkish and British medical systems.

Dr. Ergin Huniler is a dedicated dentist at WestDent Clinic in Izmir. He specializes in cosmetic dentistry, implantology, and restorative treatments. He earned a Master's degree from Ege University in 2006. He has completed extensive training in implant-supported prosthetics and aesthetic smile design.

• Performs complex procedures including dental implants, endodontics, and oral surgery.
• Treats patients at WestDent Clinic, an ISO 9001-certified facility.
• Uses a wide range of implant systems like Straumann and Nobel Biocare.
• Maintains a focus on functional aesthetic dentistry and periodontology.

Dr. Umit Tuncel is an ENT specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He spent 15 years in clinic leadership roles across three major Turkish medical centers. Dr. Tuncel specializes in head and neck cancers and sleep apnea surgery. He treats both adults and children for ear, nose, and throat conditions.

• Former Head of Clinic at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital.
• Focuses on rhinoplasty and pediatric ENT diseases.
• Works at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.
• Practices at a facility holding ISO 9001 quality management certification.