Medical check-up Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Gamze Cakaloglu leads nutrition-focused health screenings at Biruni University Hospital, specialising in nutrigenetics to tailor wellness plans to a person's genetic profile.

• Organises healthy nutrition programmes for cancer prevention and recovery
• Designs medical check-ups for cardiovascular health and atherosclerotic diseases
• Develops weight maintenance and loss strategies for bariatric surgery patients
• Manages nutritional monitoring for pregnancy and lactation periods
• Provides expert guidance on digestive system health and inflammation control

Dr Nimet Ozcan specialises in dermato-oncology at Ümran Tıp Merkezi. She focuses on the early detection and surgical management of skin cancers during medical check-ups.

• Graduated from the Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialist dermatology training at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise includes screening for suspicious lesions and skin cancer prevention
• Treats medical skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, and bacterial infections
• Consults in English for international patients

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya at Ümran Tıp Merkezi is a senior specialist with over three decades of clinical experience in dermatology. He provides expert skin health assessments and cancer screenings.

• Specialises in dermato-oncology – the evaluation and surgical treatment of skin tumours
• Assesses chronic skin conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Uses laser and light-based therapies for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders
• Provides specialised dermatological care for elderly patients with chronic skin diseases
• Performs rejuvenation procedures like mesotherapy and chemical peels

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a dietician at Umran Tip Merkezi specialising in personalised nutrition plans for metabolic health and disease prevention.

• Manages clinical nutrition for diabetes, thyroid disorders, and cardiovascular conditions
• Designs metabolic check-up programmes for weight loss and body composition improvement
• Develops paediatric and adolescent meal plans for healthy growth and development
• Provides sports nutrition strategies to enhance physical performance and recovery
• Uses evidence-based protocols to support long-term wellness and preventive health

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist general surgeon at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on early detection through diagnostic breast and endocrine screenings.

• Performs physical breast exams and manages both benign and malignant disorders
• Screens for endocrine issues including thyroid and adrenal gland conditions
• Uses minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques for gastrointestinal investigations
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University and Haseki Training and Research Hospital

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmology specialist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on preventive eye health and detailed vision screenings.

• Graduated from lead medical school Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
• Performs phacoemulsification – a modern technique for cataract removal
• Conducts laser-based refractive surgery to correct vision disorders
• Manages glaucoma through medical and surgical screening protocols
• Expert in corneal and anterior segment surgery for complex eye conditions

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a radiology specialist at Ümran Medical Centre. He provides the high-precision imaging essential for thorough medical check-ups and early disease detection.

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound for abdominal, thyroid, and vascular health assessments
• Uses MRI and CT scans to screen for neurological and cardiovascular conditions
• Analyses X-rays for chest health and musculoskeletal screenings
• Specialises in oncological imaging to detect and stage potential cancer risks
• Collaborates with clinical teams to ensure accurate diagnostic results

Dr Karakaya focuses on preventive medicine at Biruni University Hospital, using holistic protocols to identify health risks before they develop into chronic conditions.

• Completed five modules of functional medicine training through the Functional Medicine Academy
• Provides medical nutrition counselling to manage obesity, insulin resistance, and food sensitivities
• Evaluates intestinal health and liver function to address systemic inflammation and brain fog
• Integrates lifestyle medicine and epigenetics into personalised screening programmes
• Certified in pre-marital counselling and rational antibiotic use by the Ministry of Health

Dr. Priyanka Patel is the head of Health Tourism at CLINIC HAIR. She leads the International Health Tourism Department. Dr. Patel oversees all hair transplants at the clinic. She also provides expert consultations for hair transplants, plastic and cosmetic surgery, bariatric surgery, dental treatments, and other aesthetic procedures.

Dr. Patel has over 5 years of experience at CLINIC HAIR. She has played a key role in making healthcare services affordable for international patients visiting Izmir, Turkey.

The doctor is an Associate Professor specializing in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, with extensive expertise in stroke, spinal cord injury, orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric rehabilitation. Clinical focus includes robotic rehabilitation, arthroplasty and fracture recovery, as well as the management of osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and fibromyalgia.

The doctor completed specialized training at the Ankara Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital. Academic and clinical contributions include significant research on the validity and reliability of the Turkish translation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI), published in the journal Disability and Rehabilitation.

Dr Sultan Kavrut provides women’s health assessments at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. She focuses on identifying early-stage hormonal and reproductive health indicators during routine check-ups.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specialised in gynaecology at the Zeynep Kamil Institute for maternal and child health
• Focuses on screening for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Endometriosis
• Organises personalised health plans with a dedicated medical coordinator
• Provides priority appointments to give patients quicker access to care