Paediatric Check-Up Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Ergun Tozkoparan is a pulmonologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has deep expertise in tuberculosis, asthma, and pneumonia. He enhanced his skills in interventional pulmonology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Tozkoparan also served as a professor at the GATA Department of Pulmonology.

• Published research in CCLM regarding platelet indices in tuberculosis patients.
• Treats lung diseases at a JCI-accredited "Smart-and-Green" hospital.
• Maintains expertise in interventional techniques for complex lung conditions.
• Gained extensive specialized training at GATA Military Medical School in Ankara.

Dr. Semih Ayyan is a urological surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed fellowships at Harvard University and the University of Chicago. Dr. Ayyan specializes in both urological oncology and pediatric urology. He holds an American Medical License (USMLE).

• Corrects congenital anomalies like hypospadias and renal outflow stenosis.
• Performs surgical treatments for prostate, bladder, and kidney tumors.
• Uses laparoscopic techniques and flexible ureterorenoscopy for stone disease.
• Treats complex adult conditions including Peyronie's disease and varicocele.

Dr. Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He holds the European Society of Cardiology Board Certificate. This credential signifies his alignment with high European clinical standards. Dr. Ucar specializes in treating heart and vascular conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmia.

• Performs intracranial arterial stenting and aneurysm coiling.
• Maintains a Certificate of Proficiency from the Turkish Society of Cardiology.
• Treats complex conditions including pulmonary hypertension and atherosclerosis.
• Practices at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Mert Yilmaz is a pioneer of endovascular abdominal aneurysm repair in Turkey. He leads the cardiovascular surgery department at Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital. Dr. Yilmaz treats both adults and children for complex heart conditions. He is an international member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (USA).

• Published over 50 peer-reviewed articles with 7 first-in-literature clinical reports.
• Completed residency and pediatric cardiac surgery degrees at Uludag University.
• Holds professional certification from the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Maintains academic standing as a full professor at Halic University.

Dr. Oguzhan Parlak is a urological surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in andrology, endourology, and uro-oncology. Dr. Parlak performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomies and kidney-sparing surgeries. He treats both adults and children for complex urological conditions.

• Performs flexible ureterorenoscopy and holmium laser enucleation of the prostate.
• Treats conditions ranging from kidney cysts to prostatic hyperplasia.
• Expertise in hydroselectomy, varicocelectomy, and urethral reconstruction.
• Works at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Bulent Hacimeoglu is the Head of Pediatric Endocrinology at Istanbul Aydin University. He specializes in treating type 2 diabetes, thyroid diseases, and adrenal adenomas in children. Dr. Hacimeoglu is a winner of three oral presentation prizes at National Pediatric Endocrine congresses. He holds a professorship at the Istinye University Faculty of Medicine.

• Member of the European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology (ESPE).
• Specializes in microvascular aging and cardiovascular performance in obese adolescents.
• Treats autoimmune thyroiditis and diffusive-toxic goiter.
• Practices at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, an institution with international health tourism authorization.

Dr. Breket Manzar is an internal medicine specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He provides medical check-ups for men, women, and children. Dr. Manzar earned his medical degree and specialization from Istanbul University. He works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

• Specializes in preventative screenings and body composition analysis.
• Performs premium, basic, heart, and oncological check-up packages.
• Member of the Turkish Internal Medicine Specialization Association.
• Practices at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Prof. Dr. Kadir Önem is a Professor of Urology at Medical Park Hospital in Samsun. He earned his MD and completed his urology residency at Istanbul University. He then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in neuro-urology, reconstructive urology, and urologic oncology. He treats complex neuro-urological and reconstructive cases in adults and children. He has developed surgical techniques.

He is a principal investigator in several international Phase III–IV trials on neurogenic bladder and bladder cancer. He has more than 70 publications and book chapters. He serves as a reviewer for multiple journals.

Leadership and affiliations: President, Turkish Urological Association – Western Black Sea Branch (2025). ISCoS Prevention Committee (2025). EAU Neurourology Group (2023–2025). ICS Neurourology Committee (2023–2025). INUS Board (2023). Awards: TUA (2016, 2017, 2020, 2022) and ICS (2020).