CT of the mandible Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Emin Orkun Olcay is a periodontist at İstinye Dental Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gum disease treatment and oral regenerative therapies. Dr. Olcay serves as the Head of the Oral and Dental Health Program at Istinye University. He completed a PhD focused on the osteogenic potential of mesenchymal stem cells.

• Specializes in flap surgery, bone loss therapies, and soft tissue aesthetics.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Periodontology Association and KÖKDİŞ National Council.
• Completed advanced surgical training in Germany and emergency maxillofacial skills in London.
• Works at İstinye Dental Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility using 3D imaging technology.

Dr. Mehmet Alp Tavas is a dental specialist at İstinye Dental Hospital in Istanbul. He holds a PhD and a Master’s degree from the University of Manchester. Dr. Tavas focuses on orthodontics, including ceramic and lingual braces. He treats complex conditions like periodontitis and paradontosis. His clinical work is supported by İstinye Dental Hospital’s JCI safety accreditation.

• Published research on orthodontic bonding in the British Journal of Orthodontics.
• Former faculty member at İstanbul Medipol and İstinye University.
• Served as a Consultant Faculty Member at Queen Dental Center.
• Specializes in adult, teen, and pediatric brace installations.

Dr. Yasar Cokkeser is an ENT specialist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He has published over 75 scientific articles indexed in Index Medicus. Dr. Cokkeser holds a fellowship in otology and skull base surgery from Gruppo Otologico, Italy. He treats complex conditions such as vestibular schwannoma and hearing loss.

• Completed observerships at Johns Hopkins, UPenn, and the House Ear Institute.
• Specializes in revision stapes surgery and endoscopic sinus procedures.
• Performed a study on dacryocystorhinostomy outcomes in 115 patients.
• Former Chief of Clinic at Umraniye Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Kim Gyeonrae, MD, PhD, is an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist). He is the Honorary Medical Director in the Department of Otolaryngology at Naeun Hospital. His clinical focus includes nasal disease, rhinosinusitis and chronic sinusitis, rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, and functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS).

Credentials: MMed, Hanyang University. PhD in Medicine, Wonkwang University. Fellowship training at the Medical College of Georgia and The Ohio State University College of Medicine (USA). Former Chief, Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Eulji Hospital. Former Professor, College of Medicine, Hanyang University.

Leadership: Planning Director, Korean Society of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Director of Publications and Auditor, Korean Rhinologic Society. Selected papers: Korean Journal of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery 2009;52:816-821 and 2009;52:349-353.

Dr. Ugur Filizcan is a cardiovascular surgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement, coronary bypass surgery, and aortic aneurysm repair. Dr. Filizcan treats complex conditions including aortic insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its specialised stroke and cardiac care units.

• Performs open heart surgery and coronary stenting.
• Expertise includes radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation.
• Installs heart pacemakers and performs coronary revascularization.
• Treats patients at a hospital with 10 surgical theaters and 63 intensive care beds.

Dr. Duygu Cakir is a restorative dentist at Inci Dis International Dental Clinic in Istanbul. She focuses on endodontics and complex tooth restoration. Dr. Cakir presented her work on regenerative endodontics at the Incomes International Congress. She graduated from Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Dentistry.

• Performs root canal treatments, pulpitis therapy, and composite dental bonding.
• Specializes in aesthetic fillings and restorative procedures.
• Presents clinical research at national and international dental congresses.
• Works at a JCI and TEMOS accredited clinic with an in-house laboratory.

Dr. Tugba Nurdan Kutuk is a dentist at Inci Dis International Dental Clinic in Istanbul. She received the TÜBİTAK Star Program award for her scientific work. Dr. Kutuk graduated with honors from Medipol University. She completed aesthetic dentistry training in Florence and restorative training in Miami.

• Specializes in smile makeovers, including veneers and hybrid dentures.
• Performs immediate load dental implants and full mouth treatments.
• Focuses on restorative procedures like composite fillings and root canals.
• Works at a clinic holding JCI and TEMOS international safety accreditations.