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Dr. Omer Necip Aytug is a gastrointestinal surgeon and gastroenterologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He has attained the rank of Professor and specializes in complex digestive tract procedures. Dr. Aytug treats conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and Barrett's esophagus. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that serves over 500,000 patients every year.

• Performs stomach, gallbladder, and small intestine resections.
• Expert in laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and duodenal polyp removal.
• Authored numerous papers and book chapters on gastroenterology.
• Conducts advanced diagnostics including capsule endoscopy and colonoscopy with biopsy.

Dr. Mustafa Saglam is the Head of the Cardiology Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He is a cardiologist and vascular surgeon specializing in aortic aneurysm repair and heart valve procedures. Dr. Saglam trained at Marmara University and Kosuyolu Heart Teaching and Research Hospital. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Performs endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Treats coronary artery disease, arrhythmia, and hypertension.
• Proficient in balloon valvuloplasty and temporary pacemaker implantation.
• Conducts diagnostic imaging including stress tests and ambulatory cardiac monitoring.

Dr. Nurettin Demirkol is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He focus on the management of hypertension, diabetes, and thyroid diseases. Dr. Demirkol holds a master’s degree in Health Management from Okan University. He has attended over 20 national medical congresses to date.

• Specializes in treating chronic conditions like hyperlipidemia and vascular problems.
• Performs etiology and diagnosis studies for complex medical cases.
• Completed residency training in internal medicine at Istanbul University.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Zulfu Sertkaya is an associate professor and andrologist at Andro Expertise in Istanbul. He holds the FEBU title from the European Association of Urology. Dr. Sertkaya focuses on male health, sexual function, and aesthetic urological procedures. He treats patients at his clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

• Earned Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) status.
• Specialize in andrology, male sexual health, and aesthetic urology.
• Performs penile implant surgery and varicocelectomy for infertility.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Fatma Kural Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She focuses on endocrine and metabolic diseases. Dr. Aydin graduated from the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine. She later finished her residency at the Istanbul School of Medicine.

• Expert in managing complex internal medical conditions and metabolic disorders.
• Provides differential diagnosis and monitoring for varied internal diseases.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.
• Performs diverse diagnostic screenings, including heart, cancer, and endocrine check-ups.

Dr. Ozlem Ozer Chakir is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She was named a Rising Star at the 10th Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium. Her expertise covers complex liver diseases, Crohn's disease, and Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Chakir treats patients at Turkey's first JCI-accredited smart-and-green hospital.

• Holds certificates in bariatric endoscopy from Brazil and endoscopy from South Korea.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
• Specializes in ERCP as a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology study group.
• Treats gastrointestinal polyps and ulcerative colitis using modern diagnostic tools.

Dr. Fatih Mehmet Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in electrophysiology and arrhythmia treatment. Dr. Ucar completed residency training at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States. He also underwent electrophysiology training at Lübeck Hospital in Germany.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the European Arrhythmia Association.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation, heart cryoablation, and complex carotid stenting.
• Treats conditions including atrial fibrillation, hypertension, and coronary artery disease.
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale, a JCI-accredited Smart-and-Green hospital.

Dr. Semih Ayyan is a urological surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed fellowships at Harvard University and the University of Chicago. Dr. Ayyan specializes in both urological oncology and pediatric urology. He holds an American Medical License (USMLE).

• Corrects congenital anomalies like hypospadias and renal outflow stenosis.
• Performs surgical treatments for prostate, bladder, and kidney tumors.
• Uses laparoscopic techniques and flexible ureterorenoscopy for stone disease.
• Treats complex adult conditions including Peyronie's disease and varicocele.

Dr. Sahin Kaplan is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed a prestigious posting at Royal Brompton Hospital, Imperial College London. Dr. Kaplan focuses on complex heart conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmia. He holds certifications from the European Society of Cardiology.

• Performs angioplasty, stenting, and radiofrequency ablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Treats hypertension and atherosclerosis using minimally invasive techniques.
• Contributed to over 35 publications in international medical journals.
• Is a member of the European Society of Invasive Cardiology.

Dr. Oguz Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in TAVI procedures, heart valve diseases, and coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Yilmaz received the best presentation award from the National Cardiology Congress. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Arel University.

• Performs endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Expert in heart aneurysm repair and varicose vein surgery.
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).

Dr. Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He holds the European Society of Cardiology Board Certificate. This credential signifies his alignment with high European clinical standards. Dr. Ucar specializes in treating heart and vascular conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmia.

• Performs intracranial arterial stenting and aneurysm coiling.
• Maintains a Certificate of Proficiency from the Turkish Society of Cardiology.
• Treats complex conditions including pulmonary hypertension and atherosclerosis.
• Practices at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Ergun Tozkoparan is a pulmonologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has deep expertise in tuberculosis, asthma, and pneumonia. He enhanced his skills in interventional pulmonology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Tozkoparan also served as a professor at the GATA Department of Pulmonology.

• Published research in CCLM regarding platelet indices in tuberculosis patients.
• Treats lung diseases at a JCI-accredited "Smart-and-Green" hospital.
• Maintains expertise in interventional techniques for complex lung conditions.
• Gained extensive specialized training at GATA Military Medical School in Ankara.

Dr. Yigit Changa is an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and treats complex conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmias. Dr. Changa received training at the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

• Performs coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation, and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise in carotid angioplasty, stent placement, and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000+ patients annually.
• Fluent in English and holds membership in the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Ugur Aferin is a urological surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in robotic and minimally invasive urological surgery. Dr. Aferin is a published researcher on mitochondrial DNA as a prostate cancer biomarker. He performs complex procedures including robotic prostatectomy and nephrectomy.

• Uses the Da Vinci robotic system for prostate and kidney surgeries.
• Treats conditions ranging from erectile dysfunction to localized prostate cancer.
• Co-authored research on urodynamic curve patterns in the journal Urology.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility, Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital.

Dr. Benal Buyukgebiz is a pediatrician and gastroenterology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She served as the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Yeditepe University. Dr. Buyukgebiz treats complex digestive conditions in children, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients every year.

• Former President of the Phenylketonuria Children Screening and Protection Association, İzmir Branch.
• Maintains membership in the European Metabolic Group and the Liver Research Society.
• Specializes in pediatric nutrition and the management of chronic gastritis and cirrhosis.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy with biopsy and colonoscopy.

Dr. Shencan Acar is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on hepatology and liver disease management. Dr. Acar specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. She previously served as the Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine.

• Authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles.
• Expert in managing complex post-transplant gastrointestinal complications.
• Treats rare conditions like aortoesophageal fistulas and massive hemorrhagic ascites.
• Performs endoscopic interventions for acute gastrointestinal bleeding.

Dr. Baris Nuhoglu is a urological surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in prostate treatments, including robotic adenomectomy and Holmium laser enucleation. Dr. Nuhoglu has published over 100 scientific works, with 58 appearing in international journals. He currently serves as the Head of the Urology Department at Biruni University.

• Performs complex procedures like bladder reconstruction and robotic-assisted nephrectomy.
• Treats Peyronie's disease using surgical penile curvature correction.
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the Endourology Association.
• Works at a facility holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.