Thyroid disease Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Kim Yeonsun is an endocrinologist and Head of the Department of Endocrinology at Naeun Hospital. He treats diabetes, thyroid disease, metabolic syndrome, high cholesterol, osteoporosis, and other endocrine disorders.

He earned his medical degree from Seoul National University College of Medicine. He completed graduate training in internal medicine at Gachon University. He then trained as a clinical fellow in endocrinology at Samsung Medical Center.

He previously served as Head of Internal Medicine at Seoul Red Cross Hospital. He was also a professor of endocrinology and metabolism at Gachon University Gil Medical Center. He is a regular member of the Korean Endocrine Society and the Korean Diabetes Association.

Dr. Samir Safarov is a gastroenterologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic and digestive health, including diabetes and thyroid disorders. Dr. Safarov completed his medical education at Azerbaijan Medical Faculty. He later finished residency at Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats complex gastrointestinal conditions like cirrhosis, pancreatitis, and gastric ulcers.
• Manages endocrine disorders including hypertension, cholesterol, and osteoporosis.
• Participated in specialized training at the Gastro Academy and Internal Medicine Congress.
• Works at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr Volkan Kinas is an oncological surgery expert at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, where he focuses on surgical management for thyroid conditions.

• Specialises in thyroid cancer surgery for both early and advanced-stage cases
• Uses oncological surgical protocols to prioritise complete tumour removal
• Part of a multidisciplinary team treating metabolic and endocrine disorders
• Performs minimally invasive breast and endocrine surgeries for faster recovery

Professor Chung Hwan Baek leads the Head and Neck Surgery Department at Samsung Medical Center – one of South Korea's most prestigious hospitals.

• Specialises in otorhinolaryngology, focusing on surgical treatment for thyroid disorders
• Performed over 1,000 cases of robot-assisted and endoscopic head and neck surgeries
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce scarring and speed up recovery times
• Serves as a senior professor at the Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine

Professor Mucahit Gur leads metabolic care at Emsey Hospital, providing specialist management for thyroid dysfunction and hormonal imbalances.

• Trained at Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's oldest and most respected medical schools
• Manages thyroid disorders alongside metabolic conditions like diabetes and hypertension
• Focuses on pharmacological interventions for hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism
• Coordinates care with surgical teams for cases requiring thyroidectomy

Associate Professor Mehmet Fatih Kilicli is a senior endocrinology specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, where he focuses on gland and hormone disorders.

• Treats complex thyroid disease, including hyperthyroidism and autoimmune conditions
• Specialises in internal medicine and endocrinology – manages body chemistry and hormone balance
• Academic researcher with multiple papers on endocrine system health
• Expertise in metabolic health and gland related weight management

Associate Professor Esra Demir is a specialist physician at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with extensive clinical research experience in metabolic health and endocrine management.

• Specialises in managing complex thyroid disorders alongside metabolic conditions like diabetes
• Contributed to international clinical trials investigating hormone-based therapies and patient outcomes
• Served as a specialist doctor in Turkey and Qatar providing international clinical care
• Completed advanced specialty training at Bakirkoy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on evidence-based protocols to stabilise thyroid function and hormonal balance

Professor Ayse Kubat Uzum is the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism. She specialises in difficult thyroid nodules and complex hormonal imbalances at Biruni University Hospital.

• Treats Hashimoto's and Graves' disease via targeted medical management and monitoring
• Specialises in thyroid nodules – performs detailed assessments to determine if biopsies are required
• Member of the European Society of Endocrinology and the Endocrine Society
• Awarded for clinical research on metabolic parameters and systemic hormone health
• Former senior consultant at Istanbul University – Turkey's most prestigious medical faculty

The doctor is a highly qualified specialist in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases, holding a medical degree from Hacettepe University. With extensive clinical training, the doctor completed a specialization in Internal Medicine at Ankara University followed by subspecialty training in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases at Ufuk University.

The doctor has achieved significant academic and professional milestones, including an Associate Professorship in 2013 and reaching the rank of Professor in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases at Istinye University in 2019. Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has demonstrated a deep commitment to the field, contributing to both clinical practice and medical education.