Spinal Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialised surgeon at Umran Tip Merkezi who focuses on abdominal wall repairs and laparoscopic techniques.

• Performs laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery and less post-operative pain
• Specialises in hernia repairs and gallbladder surgery within her general surgical practice
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University and Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Provides emergency surgical care for acute trauma and life-threatening conditions

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a specialist radiologist at Ümran Medical Centre who provides the imaging backbone for successful spinal surgery.

• Specialises in MRI and CT imaging to identify neurological and musculoskeletal spinal conditions
• Performs interventional radiology – uses imaging to guide minimally invasive procedures
• Collaborates with surgical teams to map out precise treatment plans
• Expert in diagnostic evaluations for bone and soft tissue disorders

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmologist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi specialising in microsurgery to restore and preserve vision.

• Performs phacoemulsification for cataracts using premium intraocular lens implants
• Corrects vision disorders like myopia and astigmatism using various laser techniques
• Manages retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma to prevent vision loss
• Treats corneal disorders and performs anterior segment surgery

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Medical Centre. She focuses on clinical nutrition and metabolic health for patients managing long-term physical conditions.

• Develops nutrition plans for metabolic disorders and cardiovascular health
• Focuses on weight management to improve body composition and mobility
• Creates sports nutrition strategies to support physical performance and recovery
• Supports patients by using evidence-based lifestyle counselling and healthy eating education

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a highly senior dermatologist with over three decades of clinical expertise at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Diagnoses and treats chronic conditions like psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Performs dermato-oncology to evaluate and surgically treat skin tumours
• Provides geriatric skin care specifically tailored for elderly patients
• Uses laser and light-based therapies to treat scars and vascular lesions

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with expertise in dermato-oncology and surgical skin lesion removal.

• Graduated from the Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in surgical excision of suspicious skin lesions and tumours
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research hospital
• Expert in treating medical conditions including psoriasis and eczema
• Provides cosmetic skin rejuvenation and laser therapy treatments