Basic check-up Doctors Abroad — Page 13

Dr. Emrah Ozdemir is an interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed thousands of procedures, focusing on radial angiography and complex coronary interventions. Dr. Ozdemir trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a recognized reference center for cardiology in Turkey. He treats conditions like atherosclerosis, hypertension, and arrhythmia using non-surgical techniques.

• Expertise in transradial angiography, performing procedures through the patient's arm.
• Treats challenging coronary and peripheral vascular cases.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital.

Dr. Okay Abaci is a professor of cardiology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart and leg angiography and peripheral arterial disease. Dr. Abaci holds over 100 domestic and international scientific publications. He completed dedicated training in peripheral arterial intervention in Italy.

• Performs coronary angiography, heart cryoablation, and carotid stenting.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI Association.
• Treats complex conditions including atrial fibrillation and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Jung Sung Lee is a dental implant specialist at DIER Dental Clinic in South Korea. He focuses on full arch restoration and complex tooth replacement. Dr. Lee performs procedures using conscious sedation to help anxious patients. He works alongside certified anesthesiologists to ensure patient safety. His clinic holds KOIHA accreditation, the national healthcare quality standard in Korea.

• Over 15 years of experience in dental implant surgery.
• Performs All-on-4 and All-on-6 computer-guided implant procedures.
• Specializes in single tooth replacement and full-mouth dental restoration.
• Treats patients from the USA, Canada, and Australia at a KOIHA-certified center.

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Dr. Cuneyt Kocas is a cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and hypertension. Dr. Kocas treats heart conditions using both diagnostic and interventional methods. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with a hybrid operating room.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial stenting for vascular health.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI.
• Conducts complex procedures like cardiac valve repair and coronary bypass surgery.

The doctor graduated from the Dentistry Faculty at Bangkok Chulalongkorn University and completed further training at North Carolina University in the USA. Specializing in implant and cosmetic dentistry, the doctor is part of the International Implantology Team at Straumann, a leading Swiss implant provider. The doctor is also an active researcher in the field of dentistry with numerous scientific publications. The work is recognized by the American Board of Prosthodontics.

Dr. Chatchai Kunavisarut is an implantologist and prosthodontist at Bangkok International Dental Center. He won the Turner Award from the University of North Carolina. Dr. Kunavisarut is a grant recipient from the International Team for Implantology. He received specialized training in dental implants and oral rehabilitation at universities in Florida and North Carolina.

• Performs All-on-4 and All-on-6 full-arch dental restorations.
• Uses titanium-zirconium implants and bone level tapered techniques.
• Provides minimally invasive oral surgery and bone grafting.
• Works at BIDC, a JCI-accredited facility treating 20,000 international patients annually.

Dr. Ismail Biri is a general surgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He is the first in Turkey to perform postpartum laparoscopic SCOLA repairs. This method treats complex abdominal hernias and diastasis recti simultaneously. Dr. Biri treats obesity, oncological conditions, and digestive disorders at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs laparoscopic gastric sleeve and endoscopic gastroplasty procedures.
• Treats gallbladder disease in pregnant women during the 2nd and 3rd trimesters.
• Specializes in oncological surgery for liver, stomach, and colon cancers.
• Uses trans-cystic choledochal irrigation for bile duct stones during surgery.