Professor Selami Sozubir is a highly regarded specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus, recognised for his award-winning research and clinical work in paediatric surgery.

• Focuses on complex paediatric genitourinary and abdominal surgical cases
• Completed a fellowship in paediatric urology at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas
• Winner of multiple awards for clinical and research excellence in paediatric care
• Published 65 scientific papers with nearly 1,000 citations from global peers
• Specialises in reconstructive surgery and treating congenital abnormalities in children

Dr Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on chronic disease management and preventive care.

• Treats metabolic conditions including diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid disorders
• Manages gastrointestinal health such as reflux, gastritis, and liver diseases
• Specialises in respiratory conditions like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Provides personalised health plans and routine screenings to manage long-term risks

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an expert ophthalmologist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with over two decades of experience in eye surgery and microsurgery.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification – a modern technique for cataract removal with faster healing
• Corrects vision disorders using refractive laser techniques for myopia and astigmatism
• Manages complex retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Provides surgical and medical management for glaucoma to prevent vision loss

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who uses evidence-based nutrition to support mental and physical well-being. She develops tailored eating plans to help manage metabolic conditions and overall health.

• Specialises in clinical nutrition for diabetes and cardiovascular health
• Provides paediatric nutrition to support healthy growth in children
• Offers lifestyle counselling to promote long-term psychological and physical wellness
• Focuses on weight management through personalised, health-oriented meal plans

Dr Derya Zengin Metli is a physical therapy specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on restoring mobility and managing chronic pain.

• Treats chronic pain conditions including fibromyalgia and arthritis
• Manages neurological rehabilitation for stroke and multiple sclerosis patients
• Provides post-surgical recovery programmes after orthopaedic and neurosurgical operations
• Focuses on musculoskeletal disorders such as herniated discs and joint pain

Dr Osman Karli is a paediatric specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a clinical focus on childhood development and neurological conditions like myoclonic epilepsy.

• Manages healthy child monitoring and development tracking for ages 0–18
• Expertise in myoclonic epilepsy, a condition involving brief, involuntary muscle jerks
• Provides breastfeeding and nutrition consultancy for infants and children
• Specialist background from Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya graduated from Cukurova University and is a senior skin specialist with over three decades of clinical expertise.

• Treats chronic conditions like psoriasis, eczema, acne, and vitiligo
• Performs dermato-oncology – surgical removal and treatment of skin tumours
• Provides geriatric dermatology – specialised care for elderly patients with long-term skin diseases
• Uses laser and light-based therapies for vascular lesions and pigmentation
• Performs cosmetic procedures including fillers and chemical peels for rejuvenation

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Ümran Medical Centre, focused on medical and cosmetic skin health.

• Diagnoses and treats chronic conditions including eczema, psoriasis, and acne
• Specialises in dermato-oncology for the early detection and surgical removal of skin cancers
• Provides paediatric dermatology care for skin diseases in children and adolescents
• Uses laser therapy to treat vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialised general surgeon at Umran Medical Centre with clinical focus on abdominal and endocrine health.

• Performs laparoscopic procedures – uses keyhole surgery for faster recovery and less pain
• Expertise includes gastrointestinal surgery for gallbladder diseases and hernias
• Treats endocrine conditions involving the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Manages both benign and malignant breast disorders with surgical precision

Dr Cevat Azeroglu provides precision imaging at Ümran Medical Centre to support the diagnosis of complex neurological conditions.

• Specialises in cross-sectional MRI and CT scans for clearer brain imaging
• Uses advanced diagnostic radiology to assist in psychiatric and neurological assessments
• Performs vascular and soft tissue ultrasonography for full physical evaluations
• Collaborates with clinical teams to ensure accurate diagnosis via modern technologies

Associate Professor Ahmet Cem Dural is a globally trained specialist focused on endocrine surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus. He completed prestigious fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

• Treats cancers of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Uses laparoscopic and robotic surgery for smaller incisions
• Member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
• Serves as Secretary General of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Trained in translational medicine at the University of Ottawa in Canada

The doctor graduated from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine in 2001. Following this, they completed specialization training at Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Disorders Training and Research Hospital, becoming a specialist in 2010. The doctor has extensive experience in psychiatry, currently practicing at Private EMSEY Hospital since 2012. Their career includes service at Edremit State Hospital and military service at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital. The doctor began their medical career as a general practitioner at Necip Health Center.

Professor Ozen is a leading psychiatrist at Medicana International Ankara Hospital and the former Head of Psychiatry at Kırıkale University. She specialises in managing complex cases across the lifespan, from adolescents to the elderly.

• Focuses on schizophrenia, severe depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Provides expert care for anxiety disorders, including panic attacks and OCD
• Trained at the prestigious Institute of Neurological Sciences and Psychiatry at Hacettepe University
• Specialises in adolescent mental health and geriatric psychiatric conditions

Education

Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Diseases Residency 2014-2019, Istanbul/Turkey
Azerbaijan Medical University Medical Doctor Education 2006-2012, Baku/Azerbaijan

Experience

Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
2014-2019, Istanbul/Turkey

Medical Intrests

• Dynamic Psychiatry
• Infant Mental Health / Attachment Disorders
• Eating Disorders
• Sleep and Sleep Disorders
• Anxiety Disorders
• Specific Learning Difficulties
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Scientific Memberships

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Association of Turkey
Psychiatric Association of Turkey