Neonatology Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a radiology specialist at Umran Medical Centre. He provides the critical diagnostic imaging needed for precise care in neonatal and paediatric cases.

• Specialises in ultrasound imaging, including abdominal and soft tissue scans for newborns
• Uses cross-sectional MRI and CT imaging to assess complex neurological and cardiovascular conditions
• Focuses on interventional radiology using minimally invasive, imaging-guided techniques
• Trained at Ondokuz Mayis University with a focus on musculoskeletal and chest diagnostics

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist general surgeon at Umran Medical Centre with expertise in laparoscopic and endocrine procedures.

• Performs minimally invasive surgery using small incisions for faster recovery
• Specialises in thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland operations
• Manages gallbladder diseases, hernias, and gastrointestinal tract conditions
• Focuses on both benign and malignant breast disorder treatments
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University and Haseki Training Hospital

Ms. Yaren Nur Gungor is a dietitian at Umran Tip Merkezi in Istanbul. She specializes in evidence-based nutrition programs for health promotion and disease management. She provides personalized counseling in English for international patients. Her work supports patients during weight control and metabolic disorder treatment.

• Expertise in clinical diet planning for diabetes and thyroid disorders.
• Develops sports nutrition strategies to improve athlete performance and recovery.
• Designs growth-oriented meal plans for pediatric and adolescent nutrition.
• Works at a Ministry of Health-accredited center with 30+ years of experience.

Dr. Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior dermatologist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi in Istanbul. He is among the most experienced skin specialists in the region. Dr. Akkaya integrates medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology into his practice. He treats chronic conditions like psoriasis and eczema alongside skin cancer screenings. Dr. Akkaya performs surgeries for both benign and malignant skin tumors.

• Specializes in dermato-oncology and surgical removal of skin lesions.
• Provides cosmetic mesotherapy, facial fillers, and chemical peels for rejuvenation.
• Uses laser therapy for scars, vascular lesions, and pigment disorders.
• Treats geriatric skin conditions and complex chronic dermatological diseases.

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with over a decade of experience in managing skin health for patients of all ages.

• Focuses on paediatric dermatology, treating skin diseases specific to infants and children
• Expertise in managing inflammatory conditions including eczema and bacterial skin infections
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish medical institution
• Provides bilingual care in English and Turkish for international patient families

Professor Ahmet Oktem is a neonatal specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with extensive academic training from Turkey's premier medical institutions.

• Completed a medical doctorate at Ankara University
• Specialised in paediatrics at Hacettepe University within the Faculty of Medicine
• Holds a minor specialisation from Ufuk University
• Conducted significant research at the Biotechnology Institute in Ankara
• Focuses on newborn care and paediatric health within a clinical research framework

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmology specialist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on microsurgery and vision preservation for newborns and paediatric patients.

• Manages retinopathy of prematurity to protect vision in premature infants
• Performs phacoemulsification – a technique using ultrasound to remove cataracts through tiny incisions
• Treats anterior segment disorders and corneal issues like keratoconus
• Specialises in medical and surgical management of glaucoma to prevent vision loss

Professor Bayraktar is a specialist neonatologist at Biruni University Hospital. She earned an international award from the Union of European Neonatal and Perinatal Societies for her research into infant renal health.

• Treats premature babies and manages newborn pain protocols
• Performs neonatal haemodialysis – a specialized blood-filtering treatment for newborns with kidney issues
• Specialises in post-surgical care for infants following major operations
• Manages congenital metabolic diseases in newborns at a university level
• Completed an observership at Wisconsin University Meriter Hospital in the USA