Cardiology Doctors Abroad — Page 12

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a radiology specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on identifying cardiovascular conditions through high-precision imaging.

• Provides cross-sectional MRI and CT imaging for heart and vascular conditions
• Performs vascular ultrasonography to assess blood flow and vessel health
• Conducts interventional radiology – minimally invasive procedures guided by live imaging
• Collaborates with clinical heart teams to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
• Specialised in radiology at Ondokuz Mayıs University

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a dietician at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on clinical nutrition for managing cardiovascular conditions.

• Designs evidence-based nutrition plans to support heart health and manage metabolic disorders
• Creates tailored meal programmes for weight control and improved body composition
• Offers lifestyle counselling to help prevent chronic disease through balanced eating habits
• Provides patient-centred support to empower sustainable healthy lifestyle changes

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior specialist at Umran Tip Merkezi who focuses on skin cancer detection and long-term dermatological care.

• Specialises in dermato-oncology – the evaluation and surgical treatment of skin tumours
• Treats chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Performs cosmetic rejuvenations including fillers and chemical peels
• Uses laser and light-based therapies for vascular lesions and scarring
• Graduated from Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine at the top of his field

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical training from Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats medical skin conditions including acne, eczema, and psoriasis
• Focuses on dermato-oncology for the early detection of skin cancers
• Performs surgical excision of suspicious lesions and skin tumours
• Provides paediatric dermatology for skin diseases in children and adolescents
• Uses laser therapy for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmologist at Ümran Medical Centre specialising in precision microsurgery to restore and preserve vision.

• Performs cataract surgery using phacoemulsification – a technique using ultrasound to break up cataracts for easier removal
• Corrects vision disorders like myopia and astigmatism using laser-based refractive surgery
• Manages diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration to prevent sight loss from retinal diseases
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma management

Head of the Cardiology Department, Cardiologist

Professor Yildiz is a cardiovascular specialist at Private Çevre Hospital. He was part of the surgical team that performed Turkey's first artificial heart support device implantation.

• Specialises in adult and paediatric heart surgeries
• Uses stem cell therapy to treat heart and blood vessel conditions
• Manages varicose veins and vascular diseases using modern techniques
• Treats chronic ankle wounds caused by poor circulation
• Trained at the Istanbul University Cardiology Institute