Male Check-up Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Dr. Sukru Alper Acikgoz is an allergist and immunologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in treating complex drug allergies and hereditary angioedema. Dr. Acikgoz performed his medical training at Hacettepe University and Ankara University. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high safety standards.

• Member of the Turkish National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Association.
• Published research on drug desensitization and Behçet’s syndrome in international journals.
• Developed rapid drug desensitization protocols for patients with iron allergies.
• Treats specialized conditions including common variable immunodeficiency and vasculitis.

Dr. Cihan Altin is a cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He completed interventional cardiology training at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Altin treats heart failure, valve diseases, and coronary artery occlusion. He specializes in minimally invasive structural heart interventions. Dr. Altin works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

• Performs TAVI, Mitraclip, and Triclip procedures for heart valve repair.
• Expert in pacemaker applications and renal denervation for resistant hypertension.
• Treats complex conditions including aortic aneurysms and heart holes.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Dr. Jang Hyun Kyung is a board-certified urologist. She completed her residency and clinical fellowship at Gachon University Gil Medical Center. She later served as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Urology at Korea University Ansan Hospital and at International St. Mary’s Hospital.

Her clinical interests include BPH, urolithiasis, urinary incontinence and voiding dysfunction, and urinary tract infections. She also focuses on male urology, pediatric urology, and urologic ultrasound.

Professional memberships: Full member of the Korean Urological Association, the Korean Continence Society, the Korean Society of Pediatric Urology, the Korean Association of Urogenital Tract Infection and Inflammation, and the Korean Society of Urological Ultrasound. Current affiliation: Urologist, Gibbeum Hospital.

Dr. Bee Thamonwan is an aesthetic and regenerative medicine specialist at Plenary Wellness in Phuket. She focus on natural rejuvenation using stem cells and collagen-boosting biostimulators. Dr. Thamonwan earned her medical degree from the Medical University of Lublin in Poland. She speaks Thai, English, and Chinese fluently.

• Performs advanced stem cell therapy to regenerate skin and support anti-aging from within.
• Specializes in Sculptra and biostimulator injectables for gradual, natural facial volume renewal.
• Provides PRP hair therapy and mesotherapy microinjections for restorative scalp health.
• Collaborates with Prince of Songkla University on wellness research and innovation.

Dr. Zulfu Sertkaya is an associate professor and andrologist at Andro Expertise in Istanbul. He holds the FEBU title from the European Association of Urology. Dr. Sertkaya focuses on male health, sexual function, and aesthetic urological procedures. He treats patients at his clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

• Earned Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) status.
• Specialize in andrology, male sexual health, and aesthetic urology.
• Performs penile implant surgery and varicocelectomy for infertility.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Duran Cekic is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Private Çevre Hospital in Istanbul. He is an award-winning researcher. He secured third place at the 40th National Congress of Turkish plastic surgeons. Dr. Cekic focuses on achieving natural, harmonious results for his patients. He blends clinical practice with scientific studies on regenerative medicine.

• Specializes in facial plastic surgery and reconstructive procedures.
• Published research on tissue scaffolds and mesenchymal stem cells for better healing.
• Gained surgical expertise at Bitlis Tatvan and Şanlıurfa Pediatrics hospitals.
• Works at an ISO-certified clinic that treats over 4,300 patients annually.

The doctor is a highly experienced urology specialist with an extensive career spanning over three decades. After graduating from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 1988, the doctor completed a specialization program in urology in 1997. The doctor attained the rank of Associate Professor in 2006 and achieved the title of Professor in 2011.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has held numerous leadership roles, including serving as the Head of the Urology Department at multiple university hospitals and acting as an Education and Administrative Supervisor at major training and research hospitals. The doctor possesses deep expertise in clinical urology, having served in various state and private medical institutions across Turkey.

Dr. Yilmaz Bilgic is a gastroenterologist at the JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and complex liver disorders. Dr. Bilgic completed specialized endoscopy training at Anam Hospital in South Korea. He also finished a training course on ERCP at the Olympus Training Center in Germany.

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, colonoscopy, and stomach resection.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions including Barrett's esophagus and chronic pancreatitis.
• Served as Assistant Chief Physician at Inonu University Turgut Ozal Medical Center.
• Maintains a Google Scholar H-index of 10 for his research in gastroenterology.

Dr. Cemalettin Aydin is a professor of general surgery at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastroenterology surgery and complex weight loss procedures. He completed a prestigious fellowship in gastroenterology surgery at the Türkiye High Specialization Hospital.

• Performs advanced bariatric surgeries including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Treats complex gastrointestinal conditions such as pancreatitis, Crohn's disease, and cirrhosis.
• Expert in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery.
• Works at Medipol Acibadem, a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci robotic system.

Dr. Ali Cem Oktay is a plastic surgeon at Private Çevre Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in aesthetic procedures such as breast lifts and rhinoplasty. Dr. Oktay earned his medical degree and surgical specialization from Mersin University. He contributed to research focused on plastic and reconstructive surgery techniques.

• Member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association.
• Performs a variety of operations including blepharoplasty, tummy tucks, and liposuction.
• Treats patients at an ISO-certified facility in Turkey.
• Maintains membership with the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Chayuth Fungthongjaroen is an aesthetic medicine specialist at He Clinic Bangkok. He focuses on masculine aesthetic enhancement and male sexual health. Dr. Fungthongjaroen earned his medical degree from Thammasat University. He practices at a facility licensed by the Thai Ministry of Public Health.

• Performs penile enhancement using hyaluronic acid fillers and BoCox™ techniques.
• Treats erectile dysfunction with stem cell therapy and focused shockwave therapy.
• Specializes in facial procedures including blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty, and buccal fat removal.
• Provides male-specific care including no-scalpel vasectomy and medical cannabis consultations.

The doctor is an experienced urologist with 13 years of tenure at Samitivej Hospital Bangkok. An alumnus of Siriraj Medical School and Mahidol University, the doctor specializes in advanced laparoscopic, endoscopic, and urological surgery.

In addition to core urological practice, the doctor holds certifications in ultrasonic lipolysis and anti-aging medicine. The doctor is also an active member of the American Urological Association, reflecting a commitment to international standards and ongoing professional development in the field.

Dr. Cevper Ersoz is a urologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological cancers. Dr. Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU). He completed an observership in urologic surgery at the University of Michigan, USA.

• Author of over 130 national and international peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Treats benign prostate hyperplasia using HoLEP, TuLEP, and Rezum techniques.
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for stone diseases, including PCNL and URS.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses the da Vinci robotic system.