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Dr. Cem Basatac is an associate professor and urologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic urological surgery. Dr. Basatac provides treatment for complex conditions like kidney cysts, varicocele, and prostate disease. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually.

• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomies and nephrectomies for kidney conditions.
• Uses HoLEP and GreenLight laser techniques for prostatic hyperplasia treatment.
• Specializes in microsurgical and embolization procedures for varicocele.
• Treats infertility related conditions including azoospermia and testicular tumors.

Education:

Marmara University, Istanbul Medical Faculty 1995 - 2002

Pulmonary .Specialty Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, Istanbul 2003-2008

Experience:

Pulmonary Specialist

Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, ISTANBUL

 2002‑ 2018.

Chief Assistant 

2011.

Associate Professor 

 2017.

Prof.Dr.

Yeni Yuzyıl University Faculty of Medicine Pulmonary Medicine Dep., Istanbul

Dr. Nivit Karla is an interventional cardiologist and cardiac surgeon at PrimeCare Bkk in Bangkok. He specializes in minimally invasive heart procedures and bypass surgery. Dr. Karla trained at Siriraj Medical School and Rajavithi Hospital. He provides bilingual care in English and Thai for adult and pediatric heart conditions.

• Performs coronary angiography, angioplasty, and cardiac valve plastic surgery.
• Treats complex cases using radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation.
• Offers stem cell therapy for heart failure and pulmonary hypertension.
• Conducts heart check-ups and diagnostic imaging at a multi-specialty medical center.

Professor İlhan Mavioğlu is a cardiovascular surgeon and leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Outpatient Clinic. His focus areas include total arterial revascularization. He performs minimally invasive off-pump anaortic CABG (MACAB) and MIDCAB. He also performs awake carotid surgery. He manages peripheral vascular and endovascular procedures, including chimney TEVAR, EVAR, BEVAR, FEVAR, PEVAR, and CERAB, and handles related complications.

Education and accreditation: MD, Hacettepe University (1990). Cardiovascular surgery specialization, Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital (1996). Associate Professor, Mersin University (2003). Professor, Düzce University (2012). Certificates include endovascular training (2011) and Robotic Mitral Valve Repair (2014).

Publications include J Clin Med (2023), Innovations (2023), J Card Surg (2022), and Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann (2019). He also authored a 12-year infrarenal AAA mortality report (1999). He has been a member of national and European cardiovascular and vascular societies since 1992.

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. Purich Surunchupakorn, MD, is a specialist in internal medicine and cardiology. He also trained in interventional cardiology.

Accreditations and training: MD, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok (2006). Diploma, Thai Board of Internal Medicine (2012). Subspecialty in cardiology (2014). Subspecialty in interventional cardiology (2015).

Dr. Mucahit Gur is an internal medicine specialist and endocrinologist at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul. He treats chronic conditions including diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and thyroid diseases. Dr. Gur has provided clinical care since graduating from Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high quality standards.

• Treats endocrine disorders like autoimmune thyroiditis and adrenal adenoma.
• Performs radioiodine therapy for thyroid conditions and toxic goiter.
• Provides specialized care for metabolic issues including obesity and hyperlipidemia.
• Conducts complex thyroid diagnostics including ultrasound and function tests.

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. 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.

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.

Dr. Teanchai Siricharoensang spent 13 years as a senior Urologist at Samitivej Hospital Bangkok.

Having attended Siriraj medical school and Mahidol University, Dr. Chai is an Advanced laparoscopic surgeon and an endoscopic and urologist surgeon.

Certified ultrasonic lipolysis and certified anti-aging specialist and a member of the American Urological Association.

Dr. Engin Kaya is a urological surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in laser prostate surgery and robotic urological procedures. Dr. Kaya uses techniques like HoLEP and ThuFLEP to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia. He also performs focal treatments for prostate cancer, including HIFU and NanoKnife.

• Member of the American Urological Association and the European Society of Urology.
• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and MR-ultrasound fusion biopsies.
• Treats complex conditions like urological cancers, varicocele, and Peyronie's disease.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital recognized as a Center of Excellence for robotic surgery.