Rehabilitation Doctors Abroad — Page 20

Dr Chakarg Pongurgsorn leads rehabilitation programmes at Bumrungrad International Hospital, focusing on restoring independence after major neurological events.

• Specialises in cerebral palsy rehabilitation for both paediatric and adult patients
• Manages stroke and traumatic brain injury recovery via physical and cognitive therapy
• Uses hydrotherapy – water-based exercise to improve mobility with less joint strain
• Oversees occupational therapy to help patients return to daily activities
• Constructs tailored recovery plans for survivors of spinal cord injuries

Dr. Gunesh Yavuzer is a professor of physical therapy and a senior physician at Romatem Rehabilitation Centers. He holds a PhD from Erasmus University in the Netherlands. Dr. Yavuzer specializes in neurological recovery using robotic rehabilitation and gait analysis. He treats complex conditions like stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson’s disease.

• Expert in robotic gait training and functional recovery for orthopedic cases.
• Published researcher with numerous international works in rehabilitation medicine.
• Treats patients at Romatem Hospitals, a center serving over 5,000 patients annually.
• Performs specialized procedures including Lokomat therapy and Anti-Gravity treadmill training.

Professor Dharam Pani Pandey is a PhD-qualified specialist leading the neurorehabilitation centre at BLK Super Speciality Hospital. He holds two Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Indian Physiotherapists Association for his work in the field.

• Specialises in neurorehabilitation for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and neurological disorders
• Certified in Bobath and NDTA – specialised movement techniques to improve patient mobility
• Holds a Doctorate of Osteopathy from the National Medical University of Spain
• Active member of the World Stroke Organization and World Federation of Neurorehabilitation

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who focus on evidence-based nutrition to support physical recovery and long-term health.

• Provides clinical nutrition for metabolic conditions like diabetes and heart disease
• Designs sports nutrition plans to improve recovery times and physical performance
• Develops paediatric meal plans to support healthy growth and adolescent development
• Creates personalised weight management programmes to improve body composition

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist general surgeon at Umran Medical Centre with academic training from Dokuz Eylul University. She focuses on surgical recovery and rehabilitation through minimally invasive techniques.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery to reduce post-operative pain and speed up patient recovery
• Manages surgical rehabilitation for gastrointestinal conditions and gallbladder diseases
• Expertise in endocrine surgery for thyroid and adrenal gland disorders
• Provides surgical care for both benign and malignant breast conditions

Dr Erdem Gelegen is a specialist ophthalmologist based at Ümran Medical Centre with over 20 years of clinical experience in eye surgery. He focuses on restoring and preserving vision through precise microsurgical techniques.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification – a modern technique for cataract removal using ultrasound
• Performs premium intraocular lens (IOL) implantation to replace cloudy natural lenses
• Corrects vision disorders like myopia and astigmatism using refractive laser surgery
• Manages diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration to prevent permanent vision loss
• Treats glaucoma through both surgical and medical intervention