Course of treatment with own stem cells Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Mehmet Aydogan brings high-level spine expertise from the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Centre to his orthopaedic practice at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specialises in regenerative treatments for complex spinal and orthopaedic conditions
• Formerly served as Head of Advanced Spine Surgery at Emsey Hospital
• Completed a prestigious research fellowship at the University of California, Los Angeles
• Active member of the North American Spine Society and European Spine Society
• Published 50 scientific articles on orthopaedic and spinal surgical outcomes

Dr. Azmi Hamzaoglu is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He established the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center. This was Turkey's first facility dedicated to spine surgery. Dr. Hamzaoglu has performed thousands of complex procedures. He treats conditions like scoliosis, herniated discs, and spinal tumors.

• Founded the first specialized spine surgery center in Turkey.
• Introduced novel surgical techniques for scoliosis and kyphoplasty.
• Held clinical leadership roles at the Minnesota Spine Center in the US.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital with Turkey’s first EOS imaging device.

Dr. Ozlem Cholak is the Head of Plastic Surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on microsurgery, breast reconstruction, and body reshaping. Dr. Cholak graduated among the top three students from Kocaeli University. She has led humanitarian surgical missions in Jordan and Uzbekistan.

• Invented a patented therapeutic apparatus for ingrown toenails.
• Won second prize at the AAEF Surgical Forum in Breast Symposium.
• Specializes in complex breast surgery and facial aesthetics.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital treating 300,000+ patients annually.

Dr Thongchai Theerajumyaporn holds a clinical training certificate in stem cell therapy from SureCell in Melbourne – a specialist Australian centre for regenerative medicine.

• Researched the efficacy of mesenchymal stem cell enriched grafts in spinal models
• Completed a fellowship in hip and knee reconstructions at UC Davis in California
• Trains in using stem cells for osteoarthrosis and musculoskeletal conditions
• Specialises in combining regenerative therapies with orthopaedic spine surgery
• Certified in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive techniques

Dr Ploypailin Rattanachinnakorn is a dual-certified specialist in plastic and maxillofacial surgery based at Intrarat Hospital. She recently completed the 2024 KVPS Masters Course in South Korea to refine her surgical techniques.

• Graduated from the prestigious Faculty of Medicine at Chulalongkorn University
• Completed advanced specialty training in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Mahidol University
• Certified in maxillofacial surgery for complex facial structural work
• Active member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
• Specialises in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures using regenerative methods

Dr. Caner Gelbal is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital. He has contributed to international plastic surgery science at the European Plastic Surgery Research Council. Dr. Gelbal treats both aesthetic and reconstructive cases in Istanbul. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 600,000 patients every year.

• Holds personal certifications in microsurgery and animal research.
• Specials in body contouring, breast surgery, and hair transplantation.
• Presented research on bone survival and fat graft success in Munich.
• Performs aesthetic procedures including gynaecomastia surgery and tummy tucks.

Dr. Sedef Tavukcu Özkan is an anesthesiology and reanimation specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik. She focuses on combining anesthesia expertise with stem cell therapies. Dr. Özkan treats conditions like male infertility and erectile dysfunction using regenerative techniques. She balances her clinical practice with PhD research in health management at Istinye University.

• Performs mesenchymal stem cell therapy and treatments using the patient's own cells.
• Maintains active memberships in the Turkish Anesthesiology and Reanimation Association.
• Has served as a general intensive care responsible physician at major Turkish medical groups.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring 63 specialized intensive care beds.

Dr. Ahmet Tevfik Albayrak is a urological surgeon at Andro Expertise in Istanbul. He is a member of the European Society for Sexual Medicine (ESSM). This affiliation ensures he follows the latest developments in sexual health treatment. Dr. Albayrak treats conditions like varicocele, Peyronie's disease, and premature ejaculation.

• Specializes in surgical treatments, including vasectomy and varicocelectomy.
• Performs modern therapies like shockwave and stem cell treatment for erectile dysfunction.
• Works at Andro Expertise, a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.
• Treats patients from Europe, the USA, and Australia.

Professor Emrah Koksal specialises in regenerative plastic and reconstructive surgery at the BAU Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. He applies microsurgical principles to restorative treatments to help patients regain form and function.

• Trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Holds active membership in the Reconstructive Microsurgery Association
• Specialises in aesthetic and reconstructive techniques that incorporate cellular therapies
• Affiliated with one of Turkey's largest multi-specialty hospital complexes

Dr. Ibrahim Azboy is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in primary, revision, and robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements. Dr. Azboy completed specialized arthroplasty training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He also held a research fellowship at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.

• Authored over 70 internationally peer-reviewed journal articles on orthopedic innovation.
• Performs MAKOplasty total hip replacement and robotic-assisted knee surgery.
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS).
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses da Vinci robotic systems.

Dr. Adil Turan is an associate professor of orthopedics at Medical Park Antalya Hospital. He conducted specialized trauma research at Denver Health Hospital in the USA. Dr. Turan treats complex bone injuries, scoliosis, and degenerative joint diseases. He works at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and arthroscopic surgeries for sports injuries.
• Specially trained in pediatric orthopedic surgery and bone deformity correction.
• Utilizes stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and spinal conditions.
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association.

Dr. Firat Oruc is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in joint replacement and complex surgery for the knees, shoulders, and hips. Dr. Oruc earned his medical degree and completed residency training at Akdeniz University. He treats a broad range of conditions, including bone tumors and pediatric orthopedic disorders.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Expertise includes limb lengthening and scoliosis surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and spinal conditions.
• Works at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

Dr. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in minimally invasive bunion correction using the MICA technique. Dr. Kwak also performs total knee arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery. He completed the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine for sports injury management.

• Completed training at the Arthrex Surgical Skills Laboratory and the AO Trauma course.
• Served as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital.
• Maintains membership in the Korean societies for orthopedics, arthroscopy, and sports medicine.
• Acts as a scientific reviewer for international Springer Nature medical journals.

Dr. Alireza Soltanzadeh is an anesthesiology and reanimation specialist at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed anesthesia and critical care procedures since 1998. He holds a specific fellowship in cardiac anesthesia from Istanbul’s Çapa Medical Faculty. Dr. Soltanzadeh also trained in pain management (algology) at the Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Center.

• Specializes in cardiac anesthesia, ozonotherapy, and chronic pain management.
• Served as Chief Physician at a state hospital for five years.
• Fluent in seven languages, including English, German, Arabic, and Farsi.
• Practices at Estexper Clinic, an ISO-certified and ISAPS-certified facility.

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.

Dr. Rodi Ertogrul is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, sports injuries, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Ertogrul completed fellowships at Balgrist University in Zurich and the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA.

• Expert in robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for high-precision joint surgery.
• Performs advanced shoulder and elbow surgery following prestigious Swiss and US training.
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci surgery system.

Professor Erdal Karaöz founded Turkey’s first institutional stem cell research centre and established the country’s first private hospital laboratory under international GMP standards.

• Completed a research fellowship in embryonic stem cells at Harvard University
• Treated 400 intensive care patients using advanced cell therapy during the pandemic
• Former Rector of Istinye University with 190 published scientific articles
• Specialises in islet transplantation and mesenchymal stem cell therapies for degenerative conditions
• Founding Chairperson of the Stem Cell and Cellular Therapy Association

Dr. Ahn Tae Hoon is the Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Naeun Hospital in Incheon. He specializes in heart failure, valvular disease, and interventional procedures. Dr. Ahn served as the President of the Korean Society of Cardiology. He completed his clinical training at the Montreal Heart Institute in Canada.

• Former President of the Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology (KSIC).
• Served as President of the Korean Vascular Intervention Society (KVIS).
• Past Organizing Committee Chair of the ENCORE SEOUL international congress.
• Treats complex coronary artery disease, angina, and myocardial infarction.