Medici in Turchia — Pagina 115

Dr. Rodi Ertogrul is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, sports injuries, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Ertogrul completed fellowships at Balgrist University in Zurich and the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA.

• Expert in robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for high-precision joint surgery.
• Performs advanced shoulder and elbow surgery following prestigious Swiss and US training.
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci surgery system.

Dr. Ahmet Oktem is a neonatologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the intensive care of premature infants and neonatal infections. Dr. Oktem focuses on treating respiratory issues and metabolic disorders like hypoglycemia. He holds a doctorate from Ankara University and completed specialization at Hacettepe University.

• Manages complex cases of congenital anomalies and birth-related infections.
• Expert in prenatal screening and postnatal interventions for newborns.
• Treats pediatric conditions including hydrocephalus and spina bifida.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility using robotic surgical systems.

Dr. Saim Ustunel is an eye surgery specialist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He graduated from Hacettepe University, a top medical school in Turkey. Dr. Ustunel treats common and complex vision issues like cataracts and strabismus. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs glaucoma treatments and macular dystrophy management.
• Provides specialized care for amblyopia and offers photocoagulation.
• Conducts precision diagnostics including refractometry and corneal pachymetry.
• Practices at a hospital equipped with a dedicated international patient department.

Dr. Nazife Asikgarip is an ophthalmologist and eye surgery specialist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specializes in oculoplastic surgery, including blepharoplasty and eye area aesthetics. Dr. Asikgarip completed her medical education at Bursa Uludag University. She later specialized in ophthalmology at Istanbul University of Health Sciences.

• Performs cataract surgery with IOL replacement and lens implantation.
• Treats refractive errors using Excimer laser and LASIK techniques.
• Manages glaucoma and provides amblyopia treatments for patients.
• Works at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital in Turkey.

Dr. Meki Bilici is a pediatric cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in interventional cardiology and complex congenital heart diseases in children. Dr. Bilici performs minimally invasive transcatheter procedures for neonates and infants. He has published over 50 articles in peer-reviewed international journals.

• Specializes in fetal and pediatric echocardiography and angiographic diagnostics.
• Participated in multicenter clinical studies on patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) closure.
• Member of the Turkish Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that partners with Boston Children’s Hospital.

Dr. Mehmet Vefik Yazicioglu is an interventional cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in high-risk coronary interventions and chronic total occlusions. He has performed thousands of procedures. These include TAVI, MitraClip, and structural heart defect closures. Dr. Yazicioglu uses imaging tools like IVUS and OCT to ensure surgical precision.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology since 2002.
• Expert in pacemakers, CRT implantations, and carotid artery stenting.
• Published over 40 research papers in international medical journals.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital with Centers of Excellence for surgery.

Dr. Sevil Bilir is an associate professor and pediatrician at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She holds a PhD in pediatrics from Istanbul Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Bilir has worked extensively in both public university hospitals and private medical centers. She treats children and teens for a variety of general and specialized health conditions.

• Performs specialized procedures including umbilical cord stem cell therapy and Vojta therapy.
• Treats neurological and psychiatric conditions such as epilepsy and schizophrenia in children.
• Held an academic role as an assistant professor at Abant Izzet Baysal University.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with 50 specialized medical departments.

Dr. Ahmet Oktem is a neonatologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the care of premature infants and children with birth defects. Dr. Oktem holds a PhD in Basic Biotechnology from Ufuk University. He also earned a Doctorate in Medicine from Ankara University.

• Specializes in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) monitoring and treatment.
• Treats neonatal infections, respiratory issues, and developmental disorders.
• Provides prenatal counseling and risk assessment for high-risk pregnancies.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with interventional radiology.

Education:

Marmara University, Istanbul Medical Faculty 1995 - 2002

Pulmonary .Specialty Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, Istanbul 2003-2008

Experience:

Pulmonary Specialist

Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, ISTANBUL

 2002‑ 2018.

Chief Assistant 

2011.

Associate Professor 

 2017.

Prof.Dr.

Yeni Yuzyıl University Faculty of Medicine Pulmonary Medicine Dep., Istanbul

Dr. Erol Keskin is an oral surgeon and partner at Yalova Dental Park. He specializes in aesthetic laminates, digital dentistry, and implant applications. Dr. Keskin graduated from Gazi University and focuses on complex restorative treatments. He uses modern techniques for smile makeovers and full-mouth rehabilitation.

• Authored three restorative dentistry articles in domestic and international journals.
• Presented research on cariogenic microorganisms at FDI and BASS conferences.
• Performs All-on-4, All-on-6, and computer-guided dental implant procedures.
• Treats patients at Yalova Dental Park, a clinic dedicated to specialized dental care.

Dr. Onat Ege Kutluturk is a GDC-registered dentist based full-time in the UK. He coordinates a unique treatment pathway between the UK and Turkey. This system provides local consultations and necessary aftercare for patients traveling abroad. Dr. Kutluturk focuses on restorative care and smile makeovers.

• Specializes in full mouth rehabilitation and implant prosthodontics.
• Performs All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implant procedures.
• Provides Emax veneers and professional tooth whitening.
• Practices at Esdent Dental Centre, which treats 1,000 patients annually.

Dr. D. Gucluhan Guclu is a neurosurgeon at TWT Health Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in spinal surgery and cerebral aneurysm treatment. Dr. Guclu completed fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and Saint Louis University. He is a member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Authored over 20 international publications in neurosurgery.
• Completed specialized training in endoscopic spine operations and deformity correction.
• Served as a clinical administrative officer at Bakirköy Sadi Konuk Hospital.
• Qualified in interventional pain management and neuromodulation techniques.