Endocrinology Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Professor Selami Sozubir is a specialist in paediatric genitourinary surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus. He focuses on correcting complex congenital abnormalities and hormonal conditions affecting the urinary system.

• Trained in paediatric urology at the UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas
• Expert in hypospadias – a condition where the opening of the urethra is misplaced
• Manages paediatric abdominal and newborn surgeries for rare developmental disorders
• Published 65 scientific papers with nearly 1,000 citations in paediatric care

Associate Professor Gonul Catli is a leading specialist in pediatric endocrinology at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. She manages complex growth, hormonal, and metabolic conditions in children and adolescents.

• Treats childhood diabetes and insulin resistance to manage blood sugar levels
• Expert in growth retardation and hormone deficiencies affecting height and development
• Manages thyroid disorders including Hashimoto's disease and pediatric thyroid nodules
• Specialises in puberty problems such as early puberty and menstrual irregularities
• Member of the European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology (ESPE)

Professor Uzum serves as the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases and leads endocrine care at Biruni University Hospital.

• Subspecialised in endocrinology at Istanbul University's premier medical faculty
• Recipient of national awards for clinical research into diabetes and metabolic health
• Expertise across thyroid nodules, pituitary disorders, and adrenal gland diseases
• Active member of the European Society of Endocrinology and the Endocrine Society

Dr Mehmet Fatih Kilicli is a senior internal medicine specialist at Medipol Acibadem Hospital, focusing on thyroid disorders and complex metabolic health.

• Specialises in thyroid disease management, including autoimmune thyroiditis and radioiodine therapy
• Treats adrenal adenomas and manages hormone-related metabolic disorders
• Performs bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) for endocrine imbalances
• Expertise in diabetes care, including stem cell therapy and metabolic surgery preparation
• Former faculty member at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine

Dr Mustafa Aydin provides evidence-based care for adult patients at Ümran Medical Centre, specialising in the management of complex metabolic and endocrine conditions.

• Treats thyroid disorders and thyroid hormone imbalances
• Manages diabetes mellitus through personalised health plans
• Controls hyperlipidemia by regulating fats and cholesterol in the blood
• Utilises preventive risk assessments to enhance long-term health
• Focuses on accurate diagnosis using a patient-oriented approach

Dr Kokrek focuses on chronic diabetes management at Medipol Mega University Hospital. She brings a deep understanding of how daily life and work involvements impact metabolic health.

• Treats chronic diabetes through patient-centred management protocols
• Integrates occupational medicine expertise to help patients balance work and treatment
• Formerly based at Haseki Education and Research Hospital
• Collaborated with the Halic University Foundation for Children with Leukemia
• Provides long-term care for complex metabolic conditions

Professor Kriplani was a pioneer of laparoscopic surgery in India – he was among the first to use minimally invasive tools for adrenal gland procedures.

• Treats adrenal gland disorders using small incisions for faster recovery
• Specialises in laparoscopic pancreatic resections and spleen removals
• Former President of the Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons
• Winner of 20+ awards and Chairman of 10 national surgery congresses
• Fellow of the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons

Dr Yetkin is a dual board-certified specialist in endocrinology and internal medicine at Liv Hospital Ulus. She focuses on hormonal health and metabolic regulation.

• Treats complex thyroid conditions including autoimmune and nodular disorders
• Manages adrenal and pituitary gland diseases that affect hormone production
• Specialises in metabolic bone diseases like osteoporosis for improved bone density
• Member of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes
• Published 40 national and international articles on endocrine health

Professor Yongjin Kim is the first surgeon in Korea named a Master Surgeon by the Surgical Review Corporation in the USA. Over 2,000 bariatric procedures have been performed under his leadership at Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital.

• Head of the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Centre in Seoul
• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – uses tiny incisions for quicker healing and less scarring
• Expert in metabolic surgery to manage obesity-related conditions and hormonal health
• Visiting professor at IRCAD Taiwan for metabolic and bariatric training
• Member of the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity

Dr Sarat Sunthornyothin is a dedicated Endocrinologist based at Bumrungrad International Hospital, one of Southeast Asia's most prominent medical hubs.

• Specialises in the management of complex hormonal and metabolic disorders
• Works within a globally recognised multidisciplinary team at Bumrungrad
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans for endocrine-related conditions

Associate Professor Dural is a globally trained specialist in endocrine surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus. He completed high-level fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and Sweden's Karolinska University Hospital.

• Specialises in surgical treatment for thyroid and parathyroid cancers
• Expert in adrenal gland diseases using laparoscopic and robotic surgery
• Member of the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons (AAES)
• Served as Secretary General for the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Trained in translational medicine at the University of Ottawa in Canada

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a clinical dietician at Umran Tip Merkezi. She specialises in evidence-based nutrition to manage metabolic conditions and weight concerns.

• Designs clinical diet plans for diabetes and thyroid disorders
• Creates weight management programmes for body composition improvement
• Focuses on paediatric and adolescent nutrition for healthy growth
• Develops sports nutrition strategies to help athletes with recovery
• Provides lifestyle counselling for long-term preventive health

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