Mammology Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Professor Baykan is a senior oncological surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He specialises in treating breast diseases using techniques refined through training at the Mayo Clinic.

• Performs lumpectomies to remove breast tumours while preserving healthy tissue
• Uses laparoscopic and endoscopic methods for less invasive surgical options
• Former senior professor at Ankara University faculty of medicine
• Completed clinical practice at the University of Minnesota and St Marks Hospital London
• Published research on cancer treatments in various international medical journals

Dr. Thanakrit Mongklapaiboon is a body interventional radiologist. He earned his M.D. with First Class Honors from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University in 2014. He completed a Diagnostic Radiology residency at Siriraj in 2020. He then finished a fellowship in Body Interventional Radiology.

His practice focuses on image-guided, minimally invasive therapies. These include interventional oncology and targeted tumor treatments. He also performs musculoskeletal procedures, such as Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) and nerve block or ablation. His work covers pulmonary and other thoracic procedures, and embolotherapy. Many procedures use micro-access pinhole techniques. These allow same-day recovery with minimal downtime.

Professor Filiz is a specialist in breast and endocrine surgery who currently leads surgical teams at Baskent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Completed a fellowship at Norway's Haukeland University Hospital specialising in breast surgery
• Member of the European Society of Surgical Oncology and the Istanbul Breast Association
• Recognised with multiple awards for surgical research and clinical paper excellence
• Former Deputy Dean and Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine

Dr Sibel Sahin Bulam is a dedicated radiologist specialising in breast diagnostic imaging at her private clinic in Istanbul.

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound for precise breast health evaluations
• Specialises in screening for fibrocystic breast disease and wellness check-ups
• Background includes senior roles at the Regenerative Clinic Istanbul
• Completed specialist radiology training at Gazi University Ankara

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a radiology specialist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical expertise in diagnostic imaging for oncological conditions.

• Provides soft tissue ultrasonography for breast health screenings
• Specialises in cross-sectional CT and MRI imaging for cancer staging
• Performs interventional radiology – minimally invasive procedures guided by imaging
• Assists clinical teams with accurate oncological follow-up and monitoring

Dr Erdem Gelegen is a microsurgery expert at Umran Medical Centre with clinical background from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Focuses on surgical precision to restore and preserve patient vision
• Manages corneal and anterior segment disorders like keratoconus
• Treats retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Uses premium intraocular lens implantation during phacoemulsification cataract surgery

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu specialises in both benign and malignant breast disorders at Umran Medical Centre. She focuses on combining modern surgical techniques with a patient-centred approach.

• Performs surgery for breast cancer and non-cancerous breast conditions
• Uses laparoscopic techniques – minimally invasive surgery for faster recovery
• Trained at Haseki Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish surgical hub
• Expertise includes endocrine surgery for thyroid and adrenal gland issues
• Provides urgent interventions for acute emergency and trauma conditions

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a qualified dietician at Umran Tip Merkezi who specialises in evidence-based clinical nutrition and metabolic health.

• Provides clinical nutrition support for patients with thyroid disorders and metabolic conditions
• Designs tailored nutrition programmes to support overall physical health and well-being
• Creates personalised plans for weight management and body composition improvement
• Focuses on preventive nutrition to encourage long-term wellness and healthy lifestyle changes

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya focuses on dermato-oncology – the evaluation and surgical removal of skin tumours. He practices at Umran Medical Centre, where he brings senior clinical expertise to complex skin cases.

• Specialises in surgical interventions for benign and malignant skin tumours
• Provides diagnostic precision for chronic conditions like psoriasis and eczema
• Trained at Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine in dermatology
• Offers mesotherapy and chemical peels for non-invasive skin rejuvenation
• Treats vascular lesions and scars using light-based therapies

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical expertise in dermato-oncology and skin cancer management.

• Focuses on the early detection of skin cancers through detailed screening
• Performs surgical excision of suspicious lesions for diagnostic biopsy
• Provides dermatological care for skin issues affecting the breast area
• Available for consultations in English for international patients