Dr Gokhan Ulusoy is a surgical expert at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who completed elite orthopaedic fellowships in Bordeaux, France. He specialises in using arthroscopy to treat sports injuries with tiny incisions for faster recovery.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery on the shoulder, knee, elbow, and ankle joints
• Expert in knee and hip prosthesis applications using durable joint replacements
• Specialises in ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair for athletes
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Authored over 15 international research papers on joint injury and tendon health

Dr Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on the systemic health factors that impact orthopedic recovery.

• Manages metabolic bone health including thyroid disorders and chronic inflammation
• Optimises patients with diabetes and hypertension for safer surgical outcomes
• Provides evidence-based care for respiratory and gastrointestinal conditions
• Develops personalised preventive health plans and preoperative risk assessments

Professor Selami Sozubir is a specialist in paediatric surgery and urology based at Liv Hospital Ulus. He focuses on correcting abdominal and genitourinary conditions in newborns and children.

• Corrects congenital abnormalities of the upper and lower urinary system
• Performs paediatric abdominal surgery for complex childhood conditions
• Completed specialised paediatric urology training at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas
• Authored 65 scientific publications with nearly 1,000 citations in his field
• Recognised with multiple awards for clinical and research excellence in surgery

Professor Bekler is a leading specialist in orthopedic microsurgery and joint replacements at Avicenna International Hospital. He completed elite microsurgery fellowships at the Cleveland Medical Center and Columbia University.

• Specialises in precise microsurgery for complex fractures, tendon reconstructions, and hand procedures
• Provides effective treatments for knee and hip prostheses using minimally invasive techniques
• Former Head of Orthopaedics at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Hospital where he trained future specialists
• Serves as a Professor of Orthopaedics at the Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine

Dr Ersan Ates brings significant surgical expertise to Ümran Medical Centre, specialising in both adult and paediatric orthopaedic care.

• Treats knee, hip, and shoulder disorders using arthroscopy for joint-preserving keyhole surgery
• Performs joint replacements and surgical management for complex fractures and dislocations
• Manages spinal conditions including herniated discs and musculoskeletal trauma
• Corrects congenital and developmental orthopaedic conditions in children
• Focuses on sports injury rehabilitation to restore patient mobility

Dr Gokhan Kursat Kara is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on complex spinal reconstructions and deformity correction surgery.

• Specialises in spine surgery, including adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and odontoid fractures
• Performs arthroplasty and joint replacement for developmental hip dysplasia
• Uses posterior vertebral column resection to treat severe spinal deformities
• Researches absorbable barriers to prevent scarring and adhesions after tendon repair

Dr Osman Karli is a specialist in paediatric care at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on the health and development of children from birth through to age 18.

• Manages childhood diseases and preventive medicine to keep kids healthy
• Provides nutrition consultancy for infants and growing children
• Expert in newborn care and monitoring early developmental milestones
• Identifies complex conditions like psoriatic arthritis in young patients

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is a highly credentialed specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with fellowships from the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

• Specialises in sarcoma surgery for soft tissue and bone tumours
• Trained in robotic and laparoscopic techniques for minimally invasive care
• Member of the American College of Surgeons and European Society of Endocrine Surgery
• Completed a translational medicine fellowship at the University of Ottawa

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with over a decade of experience across medical and surgical skin care.

• Specialises in dermato-oncology for early detection of skin cancers
• Performs surgical excision to remove suspicious or cancerous skin lesions
• Manages chronic skin conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and acne
• Offers cosmetic skin rejuvenation using mesotherapy and chemical peels

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior specialist at Ümran Medical Centre, bringing over three decades of clinical expertise to patients with skin concerns.

• Specialises in dermato-oncology – the evaluation and surgical treatment of skin tumours
• Treats chronic conditions including psoriasis, eczema, acne, and vitiligo
• Performs non-invasive cosmetic rejuvenation using fillers, mesotherapy, and chemical peels
• Uses laser and light-based therapies to treat vascular lesions and scarring

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who supports orthopedic recovery through clinical nutrition and weight management.

• Designs tailored nutrition plans to manage metabolic conditions like diabetes and heart health
• Focuses on healthy weight control to reduce stress on joints and bones
• Develops sports nutrition strategies to improve recovery and physical performance
• Uses an evidence-based approach to create sustainable meal plans for children and adults

Dr Derya Zengin Metli specialises in physical therapy and rehabilitation at Ümran Medical Centre. She focuses on restoring movement and reducing pain using evidence-based recovery programmes.

• Manages musculoskeletal disorders including back, neck, and joint pain
• Provides post-surgical rehabilitation following orthopaedic and neurosurgical operations
• Treats sports injuries with focus on prevention and recovery
• Develops personalised therapies for chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia and arthritis

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is an English-speaking surgeon at Umran Medical Centre with clinical focus on trauma surgery and minimally invasive techniques.

• Treats urgent musculoskeletal injuries through trauma surgery interventions
• Uses laparoscopic surgery – small incisions that lead to less pain and faster recovery
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University and Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on patient-centred care and precise surgical techniques

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an eye surgery specialist based at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on restoring and preserving vision through precision microsurgery.

• Performs cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and premium lens implants
• Uses laser techniques to treat myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Manages retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma to prevent vision loss
• Treats keratoconus and performs corneal transplants for anterior segment disorders

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a specialist radiologist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical training from Ondokuz Mayis University.

• Provides diagnostic evaluations for musculoskeletal diseases using conventional radiology
• Uses ultrasound imaging for soft tissue and vascular assessments
• Performs CT and MRI imaging for various orthopaedic and neurological conditions
• Focuses on interventional radiology – minimally invasive procedures guided by imaging
• Supports clinical teams with precise diagnostic reporting for treatment planning

Dr Aykut Ozdemir is a lead specialist at Private Çevre Hospital with a focus on arthroscopic surgery and joint restoration.

• Specialises in arthroplasty – surgical joint replacement and reconstruction
• Performs arthroscopic surgery on knees, shoulders, and ankles through tiny incisions
• Treats anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscus injuries in athletes
• Provides stem cell therapy and PRP to aid natural joint tissue repair
• Manages paediatric orthopaedic conditions and complex bone trauma

Associate Professor Turgut Akgul is an award-winning spine specialist who performs Vertebra Body Tethering (VBT) – a flexible scoliosis treatment that avoids traditional spinal fusion.

• Awarded Best Oral Presentation at the 10th Hellenic Spine Congress for research on paediatric spinal health
• Holds board positions with the Turkish Spine Society and the Turkish Orthopedic Association
• Specialises in complex spinal deformities including scoliosis, kyphosis, and narrow canal surgery
• Uses VBT techniques to correct spinal curves while maintaining the patient's flexibility and growth