Ultrasound Doctors Abroad — Page 19

Dr. Irfan Koruk is a gastroenterologist at Liv Hospital Ulus. He focuses on the biliary system, pancreas, and interventional endoscopy. He completed a clinical training program in endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) at the State University of New York. Dr. Koruk was the founding physician of the endoscopy unit at Gaziantep State Hospital.

• Performs complex procedures like ERCP, cholangioscopy, and capsule endoscopy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions including Barrett's esophagus and Crohn's disease.
• Author of over 25 publications on bile duct stones and liver injury.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a center of excellence for colorectal surgery.

Dr. Mehmet Serdar Kutuk is a perinatology specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in high-risk pregnancies and detailed fetal ultrasound. Dr. Kutuk completed training in fetal physiology at Haukeland University Hospital in Norway. He focuses on managing complicated births and prenatal diagnosis.

• Performed advanced training in operative vaginal delivery in Bergen, Norway.
• Treats complex conditions including uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and polycystic ovaries.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a center of excellence for robotic surgery.
• Conducts screenings including colposcopy, cystoscopy, and hysterosalpingography.

Dr. Adem Topcu is an interventional radiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He focuses on interventional neuroradiology and peripheral vascular procedures. Dr. Topcu earned his medical degree from Istanbul University. He later completed a radiology residency at Ankara Turgut Özal University. He performs complex non-vascular and oncological interventional radiology treatments.

• Specializes in advanced neuroradiology procedures since 2014.
• Held clinical roles at Haseki and Istanbul Training and Research Hospitals.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.
• Expertise includes MRI, X-ray, and ultrasound diagnostics.

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.

Dr. Itir Sirinoglu Temiz is a Professor of Hematology at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. She specializes in lymphoma, leukemia, and multiple myeloma treatment. Dr. Temiz graduated with honors from the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She has extensive experience in stem cell transplantation and therapeutic apheresis.

• Performs allogeneic and haploidentical stem cell transplants.
• Treats complex blood disorders including thrombosis and bone marrow failure.
• Former Head of Internal Medicine at Istanbul Aydın University.
• Provides care at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Burak Eren is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He is an Associate Professor specializing in endoscopic pituitary surgery and brain tumor resection. Dr. Eren treats complex vascular and spinal conditions including aneurysms and spinal cord tumors. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for cardiac and oncological care.

• Authored over 10 international peer-reviewed articles on spinal surgery and traumatic brain injury.
• Specializes in endoscopic techniques for pituitary tumors and skull base surgery.
• Co-authored textbook chapters on hypophysis lesions and sacral trauma management.
• Treats degenerative spinal diseases such as stenosis and lumbar disc herniation.

Dr. Erkan Demirci is an interventional radiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in diagnostic imaging and vascular treatments. Dr. Demirci completed his medical and radiology training at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He currently treats patients at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited center.

• Specializes in computerized tomography (CT) and fluoroscopic imaging.
• Performs ultrasonography, Doppler ultrasound, and mammography.
• Treats vascular diseases caused by arteriosclerosis through interventional techniques.
• Works at a facility featuring 15 operating rooms and a hybrid surgical setup.

Dr. Yunus Emre Akpinar is a radiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in musculoskeletal, cardiac, and interventional radiology. Dr. Akpinar completed his medical training and residency at the prestigious Istanbul University. He focuses on essential imaging diagnostics and vascular treatments.

• Performs CT scans, brain MRI, and mammography for precise disease detection.
• Treats vascular diseases caused by arteriosclerosis using interventional techniques.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility.
• Member of a radiology team supporting 70 different medical departments.

Dr. Birnur Yilmaz is a Professor of Radiology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on thorax and abdomen imaging along with cardiac CT angiography. Dr. Yilmaz has held academic roles at Okan University and underwent specialty training at Pamukkale University.

• Specializes in prostate imaging and pediatric radiology.
• Performs breast imaging, including mammography and diagnostic ultrasound.
• Conducts brain MRI, angiography, and computer tomography.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited hospital with a dedicated interventional radiology department.

Dr. Murat Arslan is a fertility specialist and gynecologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in IVF treatment and laparoscopic reproductive surgeries. Dr. Arslan completed a clinical research fellowship at the Jones Institute for Reproductive Medicine in the US. He also holds Da Vinci robotic surgery certification.

• Former Unit Director of the IVF departments at Acıbadem International and Momart IVF Center.
• Served as Department Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Biruni University.
• Performs complex hysteroscopic surgeries for infertility and reproductive endocrinology.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Aytul Corbacioglu is a professor of perinatology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She graduated first in her class from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She focuses on high-risk pregnancy management and complex fetal procedures. Dr. Corbacioglu trained at the University of British Columbia in Canada. She is a recognized expert in fetal ultrasound and invasive prenatal diagnostics.

• Performs prenatal procedures including amniocentesis, CVS, and cordocentesis.
• Specializes in fetal echocardiography and twin pregnancy complications.
• Member of the Maternal Fetal Medicine and Perinatology Association.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Ali Hakan Kaya is a hematologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He won first prize from the Blood and Bone Marrow Transplantation Association for his research. Dr. Kaya specializes in stem cell transplants and treating complex blood cancers. He works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital equipped with a dedicated hematology-oncology department.

• Performs allogeneic bone marrow transplants from both related and unrelated donors.
• Treats leukemia, myeloma, and various types of lymphoma using CAR T-cell therapy.
• Is a member of the Turkish Apheresis Society and the Hematologic Oncology Society.
• Received multiple awards for his scientific papers on hematologic immunology and oncology.

Dr. Serhat Sen is a gynecologic oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in oncological surgery and endoscopic procedures for reproductive cancers. Dr. Sen is a member of the European Society of Gynecologic Oncology (ESGO).

• Treats ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers using lung-sparing surgical techniques.
• Performs laparoscopic and hysteroscopic removals of fibroids, cysts, and tumors.
• Manages high-risk pregnancies and complex endometriosis cases.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.