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Dr. Gokhan Yilmaz is a general surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in colorectal, gastrointestinal, and bariatric surgery. Dr. Yilmaz previously served as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University. He trained at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, a top Turkish medical institution.

• Performs complex procedures like gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric balloon.
• Treats conditions including inguinal hernias, pancreatic cysts, and fibrocystic breast disease.
• Conducted surgical research and trained new surgeons as a university faculty member.
• Works at a facility that earned 95.4 out of 96.4 points for healthcare quality.

Dr. Metin Kizilkaya is an oral surgeon at Dentsuadiye Dental Clinic in Istanbul. He holds a doctorate in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Başkent University. His research focused on bone healing and histopathological impacts after tooth extraction. Dr. Kizilkaya specializes in dental implants and complex bone grafting procedures.

• Performs All-on-4, All-on-6, and implant-supported bridge rehabilitations.
• Member of the International Team of Implantology (ITI).
• Member of the Turkish Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Society.
• Practices at a clinic that is an official Straumann dental implant provider.

The doctor is a distinguished expert in prosthodontics and implantology, with extensive experience in aesthetic dentistry. They are actively involved in the Turkish Prosthodontics and Implantology Association, contributing to advancements in dental implant techniques. The doctor is also a member of the International Team for Implantology, reflecting a commitment to global standards in implantology. Additionally, their affiliation with the Turkish Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry highlights a focus on enhancing dental aesthetics through innovative treatments.

Dr. Somkiat Aimplee is a certified aesthetic dentist and prosthodontist at the Bangkok International Dental Center. He completed his prosthetic and cosmetic dentistry training at the Dental College of Georgia in the USA. Dr. Aimplee is a certified specialist by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD).

• Holds a Master Certification in Digital Smile Design for precise aesthetic planning.
• Uses facial analysis to design veneers, crowns, and full-mouth rehabilitations.
• Performs All-on-4 dental implant restorations and complex tooth reshaping.
• Works at BIDC, a JCI-accredited facility that treats 20,000 international patients annually.

Dr. Nail Paksoy is an associate professor of medical oncology at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). Dr. Paksoy specializes in lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers. He uses modern immunotherapy and targeted therapy protocols. His clinic is JCI-accredited for high safety standards.

• Served as a subinvestigator in over 8 international clinical trials for Roche and Pfizer.
• Authored over 40 research articles in journals indexed by SCI and SSCI.
• Completed dual fellowships in allergy-immunology and medical oncology.
• Treats complex sarcomas and renal cell carcinomas with systemic therapies.

Dr. Ugur Yayla is an ophthalmologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vitreo-retinal surgery and treats complex conditions like retinopathy of prematurity. Dr. Yayla completed a specialized fellowship in medical retina at Gazi University. He works at a center that serves over 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs retinal detachment surgery and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) procedures.
• Specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement and multifocal lens implants.
• Provides laser vision correction including LASIK, LASEK, and SmartSight techniques.
• Treats glaucoma using laser trabeculoplasty and surgical intervention.

Dr. Esra Demir is an internal medicine specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She serves as a sub-investigator for major international clinical trials on Type 2 diabetes treatments. Dr. Demir specializes in managing irritable bowel syndrome, thyroid diseases, and diabetes lifestyle changes. She works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with interventional radiology and robotic systems.

• Led research for cardiovascular outcomes of Semaglutide in diabetic patients.
• Assisted in the SCALE Insulin study for overweight patients with Type 2 diabetes.
• Treats metabolic conditions including anemia, vitamin deficiencies, and adrenal adenomas.
• Performs specialized treatments such as intravenous vitamin C therapy.

The doctor is a highly experienced medical professional with over two decades of clinical practice. Having completed medical training at Istanbul University's Faculty of Medicine in 1996, the doctor went on to specialize at the SSK Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in 2000.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has held positions at various reputable institutions, including the Kayseri Military Hospital, SSK Yalova Regional Hospital, and Private Avicenna Umut Hospital. Most recently, the doctor has contributed expertise to Private Adatıp Kurtköy Hospital and Istanbul Medipol University Pendik Hospital, demonstrating a consistent commitment to patient care and clinical excellence across multiple healthcare settings.

Dr. Deniz Selin Kahya is a restorative dentist and prosthetist at Esthetic Smile Academy in Istanbul. She focuses on aesthetic anterior region fillings and treatments that protect natural tooth tissue. Dr. Kahya completed her specialist training at Bezmi Alem Valide Sultan Vakıf Gureba Training and Research Hospital.

• Specializes in composite and ceramic laminate veneers for aesthetic smile transformations.
• Performs root canal treatments, porcelain bridges, and zirconia veneer installations.
• Works at Esthetic Smile Academy, an official Straumann dental implant system provider.
• Treats patients at a clinic affiliated with the World Dental Federation (FDI).

The doctor holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery from Srinakarinwirot University and a Master of Orthodontics from the University of Hong Kong. With extensive specialized training, the doctor is a diplomate of the Thai Board of Orthodontics and holds a Membership in Orthodontics (MOrth) from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

In addition to clinical practice, the doctor is certified in Invisalign treatment by Align Technology, Inc. and serves as a full-time lecturer at the Faculty of Dental Medicine, Rangsit University, contributing to the academic development of future dental professionals.

The doctor holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Mahidol University, where they also completed a Certificate in Endodontics. With a specialization in endodontics, the doctor is accredited by the Thai Board of Endodontics, reflecting a high level of expertise in this dental specialty.