Diagnostics Doctors Abroad — Page 8

Dr Rahsan Adviye is a neurology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital with deep expertise in clinical neurophysiology. She previously served as an instructor at Kartal Dr Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital, where she trained the next generation of specialists.

• Specialises in EEG and EMG diagnostic testing to identify nerve and muscle disorders
• Completed a Master's Programme in Clinical Neurophysiology at Istanbul University
• Member of the EEG-EMG Clinical Neurophysiology Society
• Trained at the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Professor Durdu is a cardiovascular specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital who has pioneered minimally invasive approaches for complex heart valve and coronary artery diagnostics.

• Specialised in basic biotechnology and genetics to identify molecular signatures in heart conditions
• Focuses on right anterior minithoracotomy – a small-incision technique for heart valve assessment
• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (ISMICS)
• Research published on advanced diagnostic comparisons between standard surgery and minimised heart access
• Active member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS)

Associate Professor Nurullah Bulut is a distinguished ophthalmology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He holds a patent for intraocular lens design and has published 26 articles in global journals.

• Trained in ocular electrophysiology in Germany to diagnose complex vision disorders
• Completed a vitreoretinal surgery observer programme at the University of Chicago
• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery diagnostics including LASIK and PRK
• Member of EURETINA and the Turkish Ophthalmological Society

Professor Tanidir is a distinguished specialist who co-founded the paediatric cardiology department at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital. He serves as a leading expert in heart diagnostics and catheter-based interventions for children.

• Ranked second in Turkey in the national board certification for paediatric cardiology
• Specialises in cardiac angiography and non-fluoroscopic heart interventions
• Authored over 100 international articles on paediatric heart conditions
• Member of the Association for European Paediatric and Congenital Cardiology
• Performs volunteer heart procedures for humanitarian missions worldwide

Dr Hidayet Demir is a cardiovascular specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital who completed advanced clinical observation at the Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospital in London.

• Specialises in cardiovascular diagnostics and aortic surgery assessments
• Expert in ECMO – a life-support system that takes over heart and lung function
• Trained in beating-heart coronary bypass and minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS)
• Former Assistant Professor at Okan University Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Mehmet Altug Tuncer is the Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul University. He specializes in identifying complex heart and vessel conditions that require surgical intervention.

• Led the Aortic Surgery Centre as Director at a major training hospital
• Chairs the Aortic Surgery Working Group for the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Member of the Society of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Cardiovascular Surgery
• Expert in diagnosing infective endocarditis – a serious heart valve infection
• Published 38 scientific papers in global journals on heart and vascular care

Dr Ahmet Mutlu is a triple-certified ENT specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital with a Master's degree in Audiology, Speech, and Voice Disorders.

• Holds European Board Certification (FEBORL-HNS) in Head and Neck Surgery
• Specialises in neurotology – the diagnosis and treatment of complex inner ear and pathway disorders
• Expert in phoniatrics, focusing on speech and vocal cord function diagnostics
• Trained in microsurgery and otoneurosurgery at the Portmann Institute in France
• Member of the Otology–Neurotology Society and the Phoniatrics Society

Dr Vafa Guliyeva is a paediatric rheumatologist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, specialising in the complex diagnostic workup of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions in children.

• Diagnoses paediatric rheumatic diseases and rare inflammatory disorders
• Subspecialty trained at Istanbul University and Istanbul Cerrahpaşa University
• Member of the Paediatric Rheumatology European Society (PReS)
• Published 20 articles in international peer-reviewed medical journals
• Former paediatric physician at Azerbaijan Medical University

Professor Ertekin is a highly qualified surgical oncology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. She holds prestigious European Board certifications in both general and breast surgery.

• Specialises in breast cancer diagnostics and oncoplastic surgical techniques
• Serves as the Country Coordinator for the Oncoplastic Breast Surgery Consortium
• Member of the International Breast Ultrasound School for diagnostic imaging
• Qualified at Haukeland University Hospital in Norway and Marmara University
• Fellow of the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer

Dr Viravan is an honors-graduate general practitioner and occupational physician at Intrarat Hospital. He leads the diagnostic process by matching physical exams with detailed medical history reviews.

• Graduated with first class honors from Rangsit University
• Holds a certificate in basic occupational medicine for physicians
• Identifies workplace-related health issues and environmental risks
• Coordinates specialist referrals based on initial test results
• Performs preventive health screenings and work-readiness assessments

Professor Kilickesmez is a leading specialist in interventional radiology at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He trained at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital and King's College in London.

• Specialises in interventional neuroradiology and oncological diagnostics
• Performs minimally invasive tumour treatments and non-surgical thyroid interventions
• Delivers international training on new-generation embolization and stenting for brain aneurysms
• Holds memberships with the European Society of Radiology and the RSNA
• Expert in peripheral vascular imaging and ultrasound-guided procedures

Dr Bulen Can is a dedicated endocrinology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, focused on hormonal and metabolic diagnostics.

• Provides expert diagnosis for complex thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary gland disorders
• Former faculty member at Istanbul Medeniyet University School of Medicine
• Subspecialised in endocrinology and metabolic diseases at Istanbul University
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism
• Regular contributor to major multidisciplinary endocrine conferences and clinical research

Dr Apirat Rodjanont is a specialist dermatologist and laser expert at Intrarat Hospital. He completed a dedicated fellowship in dermato surgery at the prestigious King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Holds a Master of Science in Dermatology from Srinakharinwirot University
• Specialises in dermato surgery and diagnostic skin assessments
• Expert in laser-based diagnostics and skin treatments
• Earned his medical degree from the Faculty of Medicine at Chulalongkorn University

The doctor is a highly qualified Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist with extensive international experience. Holding an M.D. from Ege University and completing a residency at Akdeniz University, the doctor further specialized through a fellowship in Cardiac Electrophysiology at the University of Minnesota Medical School.

With a robust clinical background across multiple prestigious institutions in Türkiye, the doctor holds ECFMG certification and active medical licenses in Minnesota and Iowa, USA. Expertise includes advanced procedures such as Laser Lead Extraction, Pulse Field Ablation (PFA), and leadless pacemaker implantation. The doctor is also certified by the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA).