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Melahat Bekir Kulah
Pulmonologist
8 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Melahat Bekir Kulah

Pulmonologist
8 years of experience

Experience

2017 - 2019 Okan University Hospital

2019 - Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Education

2016 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Chest Diseases

2007 St. Cyril and Methodius University, Faculty of Medicine

Publications

1- Frequency of Immunodeficiency in Adult Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis Patients; Specialization Thesis

2- Canan Cimşit, Melahat Bekir, Sait Karakurt, Emel Eryüksel, Ultrasonographic evaluation of diaphragm thickness in COPD – Marmara Medical Journal 2016; 29:8-13

3- Emel Eryuksel, Canan Cimsit, Melahat Bekir, Çagatay Cimsit, Sait Karakurt, Diaphragmatic Thickness Fraction in Subjects at High Risk for COPD Exacerbations Respiratory Care December 2017

4- Melahat Bekir, T. Bahadır Üskül, Pulmonary Functions in Patients With Idiopathic Scoliosis The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery ; April 2017

5- Emel Eryuksel, Canan Cimsit, Melahat Bekir, Cagatay Cimşit, Sait Karakurt, Is Diaphragmatic Thickness fraction valuable in Identifying High-Risk Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patients, European Respiratory Journal Sep 2017

6- Melahat Bekir Külah, Şehnaz Olgun Yıldızeli, Derya Kocakaya, Berrin Ceyhan, The Effect of Clinical Findings on One-Year Disease Course in Adult Bronchiectasis Patients Other Than Cystic Fibrosis, 21st Annual Congress of the Turkish Thoracic Society _ Belek, Turkey 2018

7- Melahat Bekir Külah, Şehnaz Olgun Yıldızeli Derya Kocakaya, Emel Eryüksel, Elif Karakoç Aydıner, İsmail Öğülür, Berrin Bağcı Ceyhan, Quality of Life in Adult Bronchiectasis Patients Other Than Cystic Fibrosis: The Role of Psychological Status and Disease Severity 20th Annual Congress of the Turkish Thoracic Society – Belek Türkiye 2017

8- Berrin Ceyhan, Melahat Bekir, Şehnaz olgun Yıldızeli, Derya Kocakaya , Emel Eryüksel, Validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the EMBARC (European Bronchiectasis Audit and Research Collaboration) quality of life scale in patients with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis. Turkish Thoracic Society 20th Annual Congress – Belek, Turkey 2017 (POSTER AWARD WINNER)

9- Melahat Bekir, Şehnaz Olgun Yıldizeli, Derya Kocakaya, Hüseyin Arıkan, Emel Eryüksel, Berrin Bağcı Beyhan, Relationship Between Vitamin D Levels and Lung Functions, Clinical Indexes, Anxiety-Depression Symptoms in Adult Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis Patients – 19th Annual Congress of the Turkish Thoracic Society - Belek, Turkey 2016

10- Melahat Bekir, Derya Kocakaya, Şehnaz Olgun, Berrin Bağcı Ceyhan, Anticoagulant Treatment Approach in a Case of Venous Thrombosis Causing Superior Vena Cava Syndrome with Active Bleeding – 18th Annual Congress of the Turkish Thoracic Society – Belek, Turkey 2015

11- Melahat Bekir, Berrin Bağcı Ceyhan, Life-Threatening Bleeding After Anticoagulation with Rivaroxaban: Two Case Reports, 18th Annual Congress of the Turkish Thoracic Society – Belek, Turkey 2015

12- Şehnaz Olgun Yıldızeli, Çagatay Nuri Cimşit, Semiha Emel Eryüksel, Canan Cimşit, Melahat Bekir, Tuğçe Yakut, The Relationship of Pulmonary CT Angiography with Clinical Scores in Pulmonary Embolism – Turkish Thoracic Society 18th Annual Congress – Belek Turkey 2015

13- Melahat Bekir, Canan Cimşit, Hüseyin Arıkan, Derya Kocakaya, Şehnaz,Olgun, Semiha Emel Eryüksel, Sait Karakurt, Diaphragm Thickness in COPD Patients and Its Relationship with Symptoms, Turkish Thoracic Society 17th Annual Congress – Belek, Turkey 2014

14- Melahat Bekir Külah, Frequency of Immunodeficiency in Patients with Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis and its Relationship with Clinical Parameters, 20th Annual Congress of the Turkish Thoracic Society – Belek Türkiye 2017

15- Berrin Ceyhan, Melahat Bekir Külah, Şehnaz Olgun Yıldızeli, Derya Kocakaya, One Year Follow-Up of Respiratory Health Outcomes in Adult Patients with Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis ERS 2018

16- Melahat Bekir, Şehnaz Olgun Yıldızeli, Derya Kocakaya, Emel Eryüksel, Elif Karakoç, İsmail Öğülür Berrin Bağcı Ceyhan Immun Deficiency in Patients with Non Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis and Relationship with Clinical Parameters ATS Conference 2017- Washington, DC 2017

17- Melahat Bekir Külah, Sehnaz Olgun Yildizeli, Derya Kocakaya, Emel Eryuksel, Berrin Bagci Ceyhan Health Related Quality of Life Among Adult Patients With non Cf Bronchiectasis: The Role of Psychological status and disease severity ERS International Congress 2017, Milan Italy 2017

18- Melahat Bekir, Şehnaz Olgun Yıldızeli, Derya Kocakaya, Hüseyin Arıkan, Emel Eryüksel, Berrin Bağcı Ceyhan The Relationship Between Vitamin D Level and Lung Function, Severity and Clinical Indices, Depression and Anxiety Symptoms in Adult Patients With Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis ATS Conference 2016 - San Francisco , California 2016

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Levent Ozgenenel
Psychiatrist
22 years of experience
5.0
29 reviews

Levent Ozgenenel

Psychiatrist
22 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Nail Paksoy
Oncologist/mammologist
14 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital

Nail Paksoy

Oncologist/mammologist
14 years of experience

accreditations:

ESMO Board Certification in Medical Oncology


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2011-2012
Erzurum Koprukoyu State Hospital
Department: General Medicine

2012-2017
Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
Department: Internal Medicine

06/2017-10/2017
Istanbul Gaziosmanpasa Taksim Training and Research Hospital
Department: Internal Medicine

10/2017-11/2018
Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty
Department: Allergy and Immunology Fellowship

2018/2022
Istanbul University Oncology Institute
Department: Medical Oncology Fellowship

2022-2023
Tekirdag City Hospital
Department: Medical Oncology Specialist

2023-present
Istanbul Medipol University Medipol Bahcelievler Private Hospital
Department: Medical Oncology Assoc. Prof.

 

EDUCATION

2005-2011
Medical Education
Sivas Cumhuriyet University Medical Faculty, Sivas, Turkey

2012-2017
Internal Medicine
Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Department of Internal Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey

2017-2018
Allergy-Immunology Fellowship
Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty
Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Allergy and Immunology, Istanbul, Turkey

2018-2022
Medical Oncology Fellowship
Istanbul University Oncology Institute, Department of Medical Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey

2022
ESMO Board Certification in Medical Oncology
10th September 2022 in Paris, France.

2023
Medical Oncology Assoc. Prof.
Istanbul Medipol University Department of Medical Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey

 

INTERNATIONAL CLINICAL TRIALS:

1. Astefania - ROCHE

  • Title: A Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Adjuvant Atezolizumab or Placebo and Trastuzumab Emtansine for Participants With HER2-Positive Breast Cancer at High Risk of Recurrence Following Preoperative Therapy
  • Role: Subinvestigator

2. PFİZER

  • Title: A Study Of Lorlatinib Versus Crizotinib In First-Line Treatment Of Patients With ALK-Positive NSCLC
  • Role: Subinvestigator

3. RECITE - AMGEN

  • Title: Study of Romiplostim for Chemotherapy-induced Thrombocytopenia in Adult Subjects With Gastrointestinal, Pancreatic, or Colorectal Cancer
  • Role: Subinvestigator

4. NAVIGATE - BAYER

  • Title: A Study to Test the Effect of the Drug Larotrectinib in Adults and Children With NTRK-fusion Positive Solid Tumors
  • Role: Subinvestigator

5. RUBY - Tesaro (PRA)

  • Title: A Phase 3, Randomized, Double-blind, Multicenter Study of Dostarlimab (TSR-042) Plus Carboplatin-paclitaxel Versus Placebo Plus Carboplatin-paclitaxel in Patients With Recurrent or Primary Advanced Endometrial Cancer
  • Role: Subinvestigator

6. ENGOT-ov43/GOG-3036 - MSD

  • Title: Study of Chemotherapy With Pembrolizumab (MK-3475) Followed by Maintenance With Olaparib (MK-7339) for the First-Line Treatment of Women With BRCA Non-mutated Advanced Epithelial Ovarian Cancer (EOC) (MK-7339-001/KEYLYNK001/ENGOT-ov43/GOG-3036)
  • Role: Subinvestigator

7. ASTRA ZENECA

  • Title: To Study Clinical Effectiveness and Safety of Olaparib Monotherapy in Metastatic Breast Cancer Patients.
  • Role: Subinvestigator

8. ROSY-O - ASTRA ZENECA

  • Title: Roll Over StudY for Patients Who Have Completed a Previous Oncology Study With Olaparib
  • Role: Subinvestigator
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INTERNATIONAL PUBLICATIONS

I. Published journal articles indexed by SCI, SSCI, and AHCI

Weekly Paclitaxel in Classic Kaposi Sarcoma

  • Authors: Paksoy, N., Khanmammadov, N., Doğan, İ., Ferhatoğlu, F., Ahmed, M. A., Karaman, S., & Aydiner, A.
  • Journal: Medicine, 102(5)

Carboplatin Desensitization in Ovarian Carcinoma

  • Authors: Paksoy, N., Khanmammadov, N., Doğan, İ., Ferhatoğlu, F., Yildiz, A., Ak, N., & Aydiner, A.
  • Journal: Medicine, 101(45), e31726

High-Dose Chemotherapy for Ewing’s Sarcoma

  • Authors: Paksoy, N., Ferhatoglu, F., Dogan, İ., Khanmammadov, N., Celik, A. I., Gulbas, Z., & Başaran, M.
  • Journal: Medicine, 101(49), e32213

Multidrug Refractory TFE3(+) Renal Cell Carcinoma

  • Authors: Paksoy, Nail, et al.
  • Journal: Journal of Oncology Pharmacy Practice, 2022, 28.1: 215-221

Crizotinib Efficacy in NSCLC with MET Alterations

  • Authors: Gürbüz, M., Kiliçkap, S., Bilici, A., Karadurmuş, N., Sezer, A., Şendur, M. A. N., ... & Demirkazik, A.
  • Journal: Medicine, 101(50), e32368

Clinicopathological Features in ALK Mutant NSCLC

  • Authors: Dogan, I., Gurbuz, M., Paksoy, N., Ferhatoglu, F., Vatansever, S., Saip, P., ... & Aydiner, A.
  • Journal: Medicine, 101(34)

PSMA-Based Tumor Burden in Prostate Cancer

  • Authors: HAS SIMSEK, Duygu, et al.
  • Journal: Annals of Nuclear Medicine, 2021, 35.6: 680-690

Atezolizumab in Metastatic Urothelial Carcinoma

  • Authors: TURAL, Deniz, et al.
  • Journal: European Urology Focus, 2021, 7.5: 1061-1066

Pulmonary Sarcomatoid Carcinoma

  • Authors: FERHATOGLU, Ferhat, et al.
  • Journal: Oncology Research and Treatment, 2021, 44.11: 590-601

Prognostic Factors in Atezolizumab-Treated Urothelial Carcinoma

  • Authors: TURAL, Deniz, et al.
  • Journal: International Journal of Clinical Oncology, 2021, 26.8: 1506-1513

Atezolizumab with Chemotherapy in Small Cell Lung Cancer

  • Authors: GÜRBÜZ, Mustafa, et al.
  • Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology, 2022, 1-9

FOLFIRINOX vs. Gemcitabine + Nab-Paclitaxel in Pancreatic Cancer

  • Authors: AY, Seval, et al.
  • Journal: Journal of Chemotherapy, 2022, 1-7

Trastuzumab Emtansine in Older HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Patients

  • Authors: CIL, Ibrahim, et al.
  • Journal: Tumori Journal, 2022, 108.1: 19-25

Real-Life Efficacy of Osimertinib in Advanced NSCLC

  • Authors: HIZAL, Mutlu, et al.
  • Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology, 2022, 148.6: 1501-1508

ALK-Positive Cells Percentage and Alectinib Efficacy

  • Authors: Hizal, M., Bilgin, B., Paksoy, N., Atcı, M. M., Kahraman, S., Kılıçkap, S., ... & Şendur, M. A. N.
  • Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology, 149(8), 4141-4148

Real-World Data on Alectinib in ALK-Positive NSCLC

  • Authors: Hizal, M., Bilgin, B., Paksoy, N., Kılıçkap, S., Atcı, M. M., Kahraman, S., ... & Şendur, M. A. N.
  • Journal: Future Oncology, 18(23), 2573-2582

Prognostic Factors in Metastatic RCC with T790M Mutation

  • Authors: Dogan, I., Iribas, A., Paksoy, N., Vatansever, S., & Basaran, M.
  • Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics

FLOT Regimen in Metastatic Gastric Cancer

  • Authors: Tastekin, D., Paksoy, N., Dogan, I., Ferhatoglu, F., Khanmammadov, N., Bozbey, H. U., & Karabulut, S.
  • Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics

Desensitization Protocol in Lenalidomide Hypersensitivity Reactions

  • Authors: DEMIR, Semra, et al.
  • Journal: Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, 2019, 123.4: 394-397

Factors Associated with Diagnostic Skin Test Positivity in PPI Hypersensitivity

  • Authors: ÖZDEMIR, Seçil Kepil, et al.
  • Journal: Allergy, 2019, 74.6: 1187-1190

Efficacy of Capecitabine and Temozolomide in Neuroendocrine Tumors

  • Authors: Ünal, Ç., Azizy, A., Karabulut, S., Taştekin, D., Akyıldız, A., Yaşar, S., ... & Sağlam, S.
  • Journal: The Oncologist, oyad257

Subsequent Treatments in Hormone-Positive Breast Cancer Progression

  • Authors: Karacin, C., Oksuzoglu, B., Demirci, A., Keskinkılıç, M., Baytemür, N. K., Yılmaz, F., ... & Hacıbekiroğlu, İ.
  • Journal: BMC cancer, 23(1), 192

Termination of Trastuzumab in HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer

  • Authors: Dogan, I., Aydin, E., Khanmammadov, N., Paksoy, N., Saip, P., & Aydiner, A.
  • Journal: Scientific Reports, 13(1), 8779

Long-term Outcomes and Predictors of Recurrence in Node-Negative Early Stage Breast Cancer

  • Authors: Dogan, I., Aydin, E., Khanmammadov, N., Paksoy, N., Ferhatoğlu, F., Ak, N., ... & Aydiner, A.
  • Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology, 1-9

Prognostic Factors Influencing PFS in HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer

  • Authors: Doğan, İ., Paksoy, N., Ak, N., Vatansever, S., Saip, P., & Aydıner, A.
  • Journal: European Journal of Breast Health, 19(2), 128

Treatment Efficacy of Ribociclib or Palbociclib plus Letrozole in Metastatic Breast Cancer

  • Authors: Kahraman, S., Erul, E., Seyyar, M., Gumusay, O., Bayram, E., Demirel, B. C., ... & Nahit Sendur, M. A.
  • Journal: Future Oncology, 19(10), 727-736

Efficacy and Safety of Sorafenib in Adult Metastatic Osteosarcoma Patients

  • Authors: Dogan, I., Paksoy, N., & Basaran, M.
  • Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics

Single-Agent Temozolomide as Salvage Therapy in Heavily Pretreated Metastatic Sarcoma Patients

  • Authors: Dogan, I., Paksoy, N., & Basaran, M.
  • Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics

Outcomes and Prognostic Factors in Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma with Brain Metastases

  • Authors: Dogan, I., Iribas, A., Paksoy, N., Vatansever, S., & Basaran, M.
  • Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics

FLOT Regimen in First-Line Treatment of Metastatic Gastric Cancer

  • Authors: Tastekin, D., Paksoy, N., Dogan, I., Ferhatoglu, F., Khanmammadov, N., Bozbey, H. U., & Karabulut, S.
  • Journal: Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics

Prognostic Factors of Perioperative FLOT Regimen in Operable Gastric Cancer

  • Authors: Erol, C., Sakin, A., Basoglu, T., Ozden, E., Cabuk, D., Dogan, M., ... & Sendur, M. A. N.
  • Journal: [Not specified]

Efficacy and Outcomes of Systemic Chemotherapy in Posttransplant Kaposi Sarcoma

  • Authors: Khanmammadov, N., Paksoy, N., Doğan, I., Ferhatoğlu, F., Saip, P., & Aydiner, A.
  • Journal: Medicine, 102(39), e35383

Comparison of Second-Line Treatments in Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma

  • Authors: Pehlivan, M., Paksoy, N., Aydin, E., Basaran, M., & Ekenel, M.
  • Journal: Medicine, 102(41), e35245

Toxicity Management and Effectiveness of Regorafenib in Advance GIST Patients: A Real-world Study - Authors: Paksoy, N., Ferhatoğlu, F., Doğan, İ., Khanmammadov, N., Bozbey, H. U., Karabulut, S., & Taştekin, D. - Journal: TURKISH JOURNAL OF ONCOLOGY, 1(1)

Demographic and Clinical Features and Factors Associated with Survival in Patients with Primary Glomerulonephritis: Single Tertiary Center Experience - Authors: Paksoy, N., Trabulus, S., Seyahi, N., & Altiparmak, M. R. - Journal: Namik Kemal Tip Dergisi, 11(1)

Efficacy of Sorafenib in Symptomatic Patients with Pretreated Progressive Desmoid Tumors - Authors: Paksoy, N., Ferhatoglu, F., Dogan, I., Ak, N., Pehlivan, M., Ekenel, M., & Basaran, M.

Nodal Response to Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy is a Better Predictive Factor of Survival Than Miller-Payne Scoring in Breast Cancer - Authors: Ak, Naziye, et al. - Journal: Journal of Oncological Sciences, 7.2: 42-49

Evaluation of Prognostic and Predictive Values of Hemogram Parameters in Patients with Advanced Stage Ovarian Carcinoma - Authors: Ak, Naziye, et al. - Journal: Turkish Journal of Oncology/Türk Onkoloji Dergisi, 2021, 36.4

Identifying Risk Factors Associated with Survival and Drug-Related Toxicities in Imatinib-Resistant Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) Patients Treated with Sunitinib - Authors: Ferhatoglu, F., Karabulut, S., Paksoy, N., & Tastekin, D.

Real-life Outcomes of ROS1 Fusion-positive Metastatic Lung Cancer Patients who were Treated with Crizotinib - Authors: Dogan, İ., Khanmammadov, N., Paksoy, N., Ferhatoglu, F., Aydın, E., Vatansever, S., & Aydine, A. - Journal: TURK ONKOLOJI DERGISI-TURKISH JOURNAL OF ONCOLOGY

Predictors of the acquisition of T790M mutation in EGFR-mutant metastatic lung cancer patients who were treated with EGFR inhibitors - Authors: Dogan, I., Khanmammadov, N., Paksoy, N., Vatansever, S., Saip, P., & Aydıner, A. - Journal: Eurasian Journal of Pulmonology

Laterality of Adrenal Gland Metastasis in Lung Cancer: Results of a Comparative Study - Authors: Ferhatoglu, F., Gagatay, T., Okumus, G., Aydiner, A., Paksoy, N., Ak, N., ... & Saip, P. - Journal: Eurasian Journal of Medical Investigation, 7(2)

Poor Risk Factors Affecting Cancer Patients Infected with Covid-19: A Retrospective Comparative Study from a Pandemic Hospital - Authors: Ferhatoglu, F., Kapağan, T., Paksoy, N., Ak, N., Medetalibeyoğlu, A., Şenkal, N., ... & Vatansever, S. - Journal: Turk Onkoloji Dergisi, 38(1)

Systemic Treatment Outcomes of Progressive Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma from the Registries of a Tertiary Cancer Center - Authors: Ferhatoglu, F., Paksoy, N., & Başaran, M. - Journal: Namik Kemal Tip Dergisi, 10(4)

Evaluation of clinical features and risk factors related to late recurrence (> 5 years) in patients with breast cancer - Authors: Ferhatoglu, F., Aydiner, A., & Paksoy, N. - Journal: Journal of Surgery & Medicine (JOSAM), 6(12)

Assessing the Clinical Impact of Lutetium-177 DOTATATE Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRT) on Metastatic Neuroendocrine Tumors: A Multicenter Real-World Data from Türkiye

 

Thesis:

Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Internal Medicine Department PAKSOY, Nail. Demographical, clinical characteristics and survival factors in patients withprimary glomerulonephritis: Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty Experience. (2016)

International Refereed Congress / Symposium Publications in Proceedings (ASCO/ESMO Abstracts)

Prognostic factors influencing progression-free survival in HER2 positive metastatic breast cancer patients who treated with lapatinib and capecitabine combination

  • Authors: Dogan, I., Paksoy, N., Ak, N., Vatansever, S., Saip, P., & Aydiner, A. (2022)

Efficacy of regorafenib and 5-fluorouracil-based rechallenge treatment in the third-line treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer: A Turkish oncology group study

  • Authors: Şenocak Taşçi, E., Oyan, B., Sonmez, O., Mutlu, A. U., Atcı, M. M., Oner, I., ... & Gulmez, A. (2022)

Long-term outcomes and predictors of recurrence in patients with early-stage node-negative breast cancer

  • Authors: Dogan, I., Aydin, E., Paksoy, N., Ferhatoglu, F., Ak, N., Ibis, K., ... & Aydiner, A. (2021)

Efficacy of temozolomide in pretreated patients with metastatic sarcoma

  • Authors: Paksoy, N., Dogan, I., Ekenel, M., & Basaran, M. (2021)

Efficacy of sorafenib in symptomatic patients with pretreated progressive desmoid tumors

  • Authors: Ferhatoglu, F., Paksoy, N., Dogan, I., Ak, N., Pehlivan, M., Ekenel, M., & Basaran, M. (2021)

Efficacy of sorafenib in heavily pretreated adult patients with metastatic osteosarcoma

  • Authors: Paksoy, N., Dogan, I., Ekenel, M., & Basaran, M. (2021)

Outcomes and prognostic factors in metastatic renal cell carcinoma patients with brain metastases

  • Authors: Dogan, İ., Iribas, A., Paksoy, N., Ekenel, M., Vatansever, S., & Basaran, M. (2021)

Association of response to first-line chemotherapy with the efficacy of atezolizumab in patients with metastatic urothelial carcinoma

  • Authors: Tural, D., Olmez, O. F., Sümbül, A. T., Artac, M., Ozhan, N., Akar, E., ... & Erman, M. (2021)

Safety and survival in adult women with platinum-sensitive relapsed BRCA mutant ovarian cancer: A study of patients in Olaparib Turkey Early Access Program—LynTurk study

  • Authors: Esin, E., Ahmed, M. A., Yıldırım, H. Ç., Mandel, N. M., Erdemoglu, E., Sari, M., ... & Paydas, S. (2023)

Atezolizumab in patients with metastatic urothelial carcinoma who have progressed after first-line chemotherapy: Results of real-life experiences

  • Authors: Tural, D., Ölmez, Ö. F., Sümbül, A. T., Artaç, M., Özhan, N., Akar, E., ... & Kılıçkap, S. (2021)

 

 

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Murat Sarikaya
Gastroenterologist
21 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital

Murat Sarikaya

Gastroenterologist
21 years of experience

Experience:

2022 - 

Medipol Bahçelievler

2021 - 2022

MEDIPOL UNIVERSITY SEFAKÖY HOSPITAL

2018 - 2020

İSTİNYE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

2014 - 2020

TOKAT STATE HOSPITAL

2010 - 2010

BINGOL STATE HOSPITAL

 

Education:

2021

MEDIPOL UNIVERSITY, GASTROTEROLOGY

2018

İSTINYE UNIVERSITY, INTERNAL DISEASES USA

2014

ANKARA TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL, GASTROENTEROLOGY

2010

FIRAT UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE/INTERNAL MEDICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT/INTERNAL MEDICINE DEPARTMENT

2004

FIRAT UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

 

A. International Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles:

Title: Fatal fulminant hepatitis B after withdrawal of entecavir treatment in a patient with HBeAg seroconversion.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Koçak Erdem, Köklü Seyfettin, Babalı Ayşegül, Çakal Başak
  • Journal: Acta Gastro-Enterologica Belgica
  • Year: 2012
  • Volume/Issue: (Kontrol No: 1206043)

Title: Acute gastric obstruction resulting from gallstone-induced bezoar.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Koçak Erdem, Köklü Seyfettin, Akbal Erdem
  • Journal: The American Surgeon
  • Year: 2012
  • Volume/Issue: 78(12)
  • Page: 529
  • (Kontrol No: 1129707)

Title: Garlic-induced esophagitis.

  • Authors: Doğan Zeynal, Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergül Bilal
  • Journal: Acta Gastro-Enterologica Belgica
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 76(2)
  • Page: 262
  • (Kontrol No: 1131422)

Title: Association between Helicobacter pylori and liver-to-spleen ratio.

  • Authors: Doğan Zeynal, Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergül Bilal
  • Journal: European Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 25(1)
  • Pages: 107-110
  • Citations: 7
  • DOI: 10.1097/MEG.0b013e3283590c10
  • (Kontrol No: 1131424)

Title: Crohn's disease masked by median arcuate ligament syndrome.

  • Authors: Bıyıkoğlu İbrahim, Sarıkaya Murat, Uysal Ramadan Selma, Ergül Bilal, Doğan Zeynal
  • Journal: Chinese Medical Journal
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 126 (14)
  • Page: 2798
  • Citations: 1
  • (Kontrol No: 1131477)

Title: Telaprevir and anemia: What we learned from the first three patients.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Scandinavian Journal of Infectious Diseases
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 45(7)
  • Page: 575-575
  • Citations: 2
  • DOI: 10.3109/00365548.2012.759271
  • (Kontrol No: 1129738)

Title: Magnesium and parathyroid hormone levels of patients using different proton pump inhibitors.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergul Bilal, Doğan Zeynal
  • Journal: Gastroenterology Nursing
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 36 (2)
  • Pages: 145-148
  • DOI: 10.1097/SGA.0b013e31828d3753
  • (Kontrol No: 1129715)

Title: Is topical pharyngeal anesthesia necessary in esophagogastroduodenoscopy in all unsedated patients?

  • Authors: Ergül Bilal, Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Filik Levent, Bıyıkoğlu İbrahim
  • Journal: Digestive Endoscopy
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 25(1)
  • Pages: 90-91
  • Citations: 2
  • DOI: 10.1111/j.1443-1661.2012.01383.x
  • (Kontrol No: 1129879)

Title: Inpatient Care Of Hepatitis C: Applying The Four Pillars Model To The Hospital Setting.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal
  • Journal: Gastroenterology Nursing
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 36(2)
  • Pages: 141-144
  • DOI: 10.1097/SGA.0b013e31828d33db
  • (Kontrol No: 1129712)

Title: "The "Bouveret's Syndrome" Case Resolved Without Necrotic Changes."

  • Authors: Bilal Ergül, Murat Sarıkaya, Zeynal Doğan, Sevda İdil, Tarkan Karakan, Abdullah Çetin Köseoğlu
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 725434
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/725434
  • (Kontrol No: 1131423)

Title: Severe acute pancreatitis due to hypertriglyceridemia.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent, Bıyıkoğlu İbrahim
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 945902
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/945902
  • (Kontrol No: 1131425)

Title: Gallstone Ileus Caused by Cholecystoenteric Fistula Demonstrated on Computed Tomography.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent, Sevda İdil
  • Journal: Case Reports in Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 652960
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/652960
  • (Kontrol No: 1131426)

Title: Intestinal Perforation Due to Ingested Chicken Bone Mimicking Crohn's Disease.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 604820
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/604820
  • (Kontrol No: 1131427)

Title: Acute pancreatitis induced by hypertriglyceridemia: A case-based review.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 24(3)
  • Pages: 276-280
  • DOI: 10.4318/tjg.2013.0565
  • (Kontrol No: 1129727)

Title: An Unusual Complication of Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography: Severe Acute Pancreatitis Leading to Death.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent, Tarkan Karakan
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 658370
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/658370
  • (Kontrol No: 1131475)

Title: A Rare Cause of Abdominal Pain: Mesenteric Panniculitis.

  • Authors: Sarıkaya Murat, Doğan Zeynal, Ergül Bilal, Filik Levent
  • Journal: Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
  • Year: 2013
  • Volume/Issue: 2013
  • Article ID: 925259
  • DOI: 10.1155/2013/925259
  • (Kontrol No: 1131476)

B. Contributions to Scientific Conferences:

Title: Suicidal poisonings in Turkey: demographic and clinical aspects.

  • Authors: Sarikaya M., Gunes A., Goksu E., Erdogan G., Ozen C., Kaya A.
  • Conference: 30th European Congress of Clinical Toxicology (EAPCCT)
  • Year: 2000
  • Abstract ID: P44
  • (Kontrol No: 1131478)

Title: A Rare Cause of Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Aortoenteric Fistula.

  • Authors: Doğan Zeynal, Sarıkaya Murat, Filik Levent, Ergül Bilal
  • Conference: World Congress of Gastroenterology
  • Year: 2013
  • Abstract ID: P1367
  • (Kontrol No: 1131479)
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Guven Sadi Sunam
Thoracic surgeon
36 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital

Guven Sadi Sunam

Thoracic surgeon
36 years of experience

Experience

1989 - 1990

Diyarbakır Kulp Merkez Sağlık Ocağı

1990

Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine

1995

Konya State Hospital

1995

Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine

1997

600-Bed Golcuk Naval Hospital

1999

Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine

2005

Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine

2011

Selçuk University Selçuklu Faculty of Medicine

2020

Özel Bower Hospital

Education

1994 Selçuk University, Thoracic Surgery

1989 Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine

1989 Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine

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Hilmi Cem Kaya
ENT doctor
4 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Hilmi Cem Kaya

ENT doctor
4 years of experience

Education:

2021 ULUDAĞ UNIVERSITY, EAR NOSE THROAT DISEASES

2014 EGE UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Experience:

2023 - 2023 HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY SULTAN ABDULHAMID HAN TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

2021 - 2022 MARTYR PROF.DR. İLHAN VARANK SANCAKTEPE TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

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Mustafa Ozates
Radiologist
36 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
HSM Radiology

Mustafa Ozates

Radiologist
36 years of experience

Prof. Dr. Mustafa ÖZATEŞ

Dr Ozates was born in 1966 in Birecik district of Sanliurfa in Turkey. He completed his primary and secondary education in my hometown, Birecik. He got into Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 1983. After 6 years of successful education, he started Radiology education at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine by passing the Medical Specialization Examination (TUS) in the same year I graduated in 1989.

Between 1993 and 1995, he worked as a Radiology Specialist in various hospitals in Gaziantep. He passed the Assistant Professorship exam and started to work as a faculty member at Dicle University in 1995.

Post-Specialization Trainings:

2003, Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, MRI Department, Ankara

2003, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, MRI Department, Istanbul

2001-2004, ESNR European Course of Neuroradiology (3 Semesters)

1997, Johns Hopkins University, Neuroradiology, Baltimore, USA

1997, Cornell University, Neuroradiology, New York, USA

1996, Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, MRI Department, Istanbul

1994, Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, MRI Department, İzmir

1993, Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, MRI Department, Bursa

1993, UCLA Medical Center (as visitor), Los Angles, USA

1992-1993, Maçka EMAR, Dr. Murat Dinçer, Istanbul

His Academic Studies:

International Publications: 23

International Papers: 27

National Publications: 45

National Papers: 48

Conferences: 11

Citations: 210 Scientific Publications (Average Citations per Item: 10.50, h-index: 9), USA edition 1 Book, Various Conferences

Scientific Organizations he is a member of:

European Society of Radiology (ESR)

Turkish Radiology Association (TRD)

Magnetic Resonance Association

Istanbul Medical Chamber (ITO)

Turkish Neuroradiology Association

In 2003, he was awarded the title of Associate Professor with the examination held at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. In 2005-2013, Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital Radiology Clinic Chief, Training and Administrative Officer.

In 2013, he started to work as a professor at Nişantaşı University. On March 15, 2013, he was appointed as the Inter-University Board Representative for 1 year. He is a Member of the Board of Trustees of Ayvansaray University. He is a sub – specialist in “Pediatric Radiology”

His articles have been published in many magazines in Turkey and abroad. He presented written and oral presentations and gave conferences at congresses in various cities and countries.

As the Radiology Clinic Chief of Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, he is the first professor who performed Coronary CT Angiography in a state hospital in Istanbul.

He is one of Turkey’s first Children’s Radiology Specialist Minor. He did his military service between March and April 2000 at the 200-bed Malatya Military Hospital.

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Berat Can Palazoglu
Dentist
5 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Avangart Dental Clinic

Berat Can Palazoglu

Dentist
5 years of experience

Dentist Berat Can Palazoğlu was born in Ordu in 1996. He completed his primary, secondary, and high school education in his hometown of Ordu, demonstrating early on a commitment to his studies and a passion for healthcare. In 2020, he graduated from the prestigious Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry, where he honed his skills and knowledge in dental care. Following his graduation, he joined the Avangart Dental Clinic family, where he currently serves his patients with dedication and expertise, striving to provide the highest quality dental care and ensure the best outcomes for their oral health.

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Esra Demir
General practitioner
16 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Esra Demir

General practitioner
16 years of experience

Education:

  • Degree: Faculty of Medicine, Trakya University, 2009
  • Medical Specialty: Internal Medicine, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, 2010-2014
  • Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital, 2014-2019
  • Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Turkish Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic, Qatar, 2019-2020
  • Specialist Doctor: Internal Medicine, Istanbul Medipol University Hospital Mega Hospital Internal Medicine Department, 2020-2024
  • Associate Professor Doctor: Internal Medicine, Istanbul Medipol University Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital, 2024-Present.

Roles in Projects:

Sub investigator (Assistant Researcher) in the SOUL Study: Cardiovascular Outcome Research of Semaglutide in Type 2 Diabetic Patients, approved by the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency on May 22, 2019.

Sub investigator (Assistant Researcher) in the international study “SCALE™ ”: Efficacy and Safety of Liraglutide 3.0 mg in Overweight or Obese Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Treated with Basal (Study Code: NN8022-4272), conducted by Novo Nordisk A.Ş.

Subinvestigator (Assistant Researcher) in the international study NN5401-4266 StepByStep Intensification conducted by Novo Nordisk.

Assistant Researcher in the study "A Research Study to Compare Semaglutide to Aspart, When Taken Together With Metformin and Glargine, in People With Type 2 Diabetes (SUSTAIN 11)" (2019-2020).

Assistant Researcher in the PIONEER 1 study: Randomized Clinical Trial of the Efficacy and Safety of Oral Semaglutide Monotherapy in Comparison With Placebo in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes.

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Dentist Mustafa Kemal
Dentist
36 years of experience
5.0
47 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Health Point World Clinic

Dentist Mustafa Kemal

Dentist
36 years of experience

Aesthetic Dentistry o Conservative Treatments o Prosthodontic Treatment o Implant and Over-Implant treatments o Laminate Veneer.

What is the advantage of Smile Makeover?

Establishing a full extra-and-intra oral aesthetic and structural evaluation

Improving communication between the team members

Providing better education and motivation for patients

Achieving predictable results through digital technology.


 

 

 

 

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Aslan Bilici
Radiologist
25 years of experience
4.5
3 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH)

Aslan Bilici

Radiologist
25 years of experience

Specializations

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Hulya Gurel Savas
Radiologist
15 years of experience
4.5
3 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH)

Hulya Gurel Savas

Radiologist
15 years of experience

Specializations

Abdomen Radiology

Doppler Radiology

Obstetric Radiology

Breast Radiology

Musculoskeletal Radiology

Pediatric Radiology

Neuroradiology

Nonvascular Interventional Procedures

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Opr Dr Mevlut Kalcik
Hair transplant specialist
75 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Elinda Clinic

Opr Dr Mevlut Kalcik

Hair transplant specialist
75 years of experience

Plastic Surgery: We offer plastic surgery services with our experienced surgeons using up-to-date techniques. We aim to achieve natural and aesthetic results by producing solutions specific to each individual's needs.

Hair, Beard and Eyebrow Transplantation: We offer special solutions to those struggling with hair loss, sparse beard or eyebrow problems. Our expert team aims to achieve natural results that suit the person's facial features.

Filling Applications: We safely perform filling applications used for facial rejuvenation and contouring with our expert aesthetic surgeons. With our approach that prioritizes naturalness, we help our customers achieve the look they want.

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Nurullah Sener
Orthopedist
13 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital

Nurullah Sener

Orthopedist
13 years of experience
  • AREAS OF INTEREST
  • Trauma surgery
  • Arthroplasty
  • Sports Injuries
  • Ankle surgery
  • Arthroscopic joint surgery

 

  • Education and Training:
  • Medical Degree: Graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, where he received comprehensive medical training.
  • Specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology: Completed his residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital, gaining specialized expertise in orthopedics and traumatology.

 

  • Professional Experience:
  • Current Position: Serving as an Orthopedic and Traumatology Specialist at İstinye University Hospital Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, Istanbul. This institution is known for its innovative approach to healthcare, combining advanced technology with personalized patient care.
  • Clinical Expertise: Dr. Şener has substantial experience in treating various orthopedic conditions, including meniscus tears, joint arthritis, sports injuries, and ankle surgery. He is also proficient in performing advanced surgical procedures such as arthroplasty and arthroscopic surgery.

 

  • Areas of Expertise:
  • Trauma Surgery: Skilled in managing and treating traumatic injuries, ensuring optimal recovery and rehabilitation for patients.
  • Joint Replacement: Expert in performing joint replacement surgeries, providing relief to patients suffering from severe joint pain and arthritis.
  • Sports Injuries: Specialized in diagnosing and treating sports-related injuries, helping athletes return to their peak performance.
  • Arthroscopic Surgery: Proficient in minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures, reducing recovery time and improving outcomes for patients with joint issues.

 

  • Competitive Advantages:
  • Advanced Surgical Techniques: Utilizes cutting-edge surgical techniques and equipment, ensuring high precision and better patient outcomes.
  • Multidisciplinary Approach: Collaborates with a team of specialists to provide comprehensive care, addressing all aspects of a patient's condition.
  • Patient-Centered Care: Committed to providing personalized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient, ensuring the highest level of care and satisfaction.
  • Continuous Education: Regularly attends national and international conferences and workshops, staying updated with the latest advancements in orthopedic surgery.

 

  • Achievements and Recognition:
  • Patient Satisfaction: Highly rated by patients for his expertise, professionalism, and compassionate care, with numerous positive reviews reflecting his dedication.
  • Academic Contributions: Actively involved in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, contributing to the advancement of orthopedic education.
  • Professional Memberships: Member of several prestigious medical societies, reflecting his commitment to maintaining high standards in orthopedic practice.
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Hamit Okur
Pediatric surgeon
30 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital

Hamit Okur

Pediatric surgeon
30 years of experience

Education and Specialization:

Medical Degree: Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine (1985)

PhD in Pediatric Surgery: Erciyes University (1992)

European Diploma in Pediatric Surgery: UEMS (2000)

M.Sc. in Health Management: Beykent University (2009)

Minor Specialization in Pediatric Urology: Ministry of Health, Turkey (2011)

 

 

Professional Experience:

2014-2016: Professor at Istanbul Medeniyet University, Faculty of Medicine

 

 

 

Areas of Interest:

Pediatric Urology

Gastrointestinal Surgery

Neonatal Surgery

Head and Neck Surgery in Children

Abdominal Laparoscopy

Liver Cyst

Inguinal Hernia Surgery

Treatment of conditions such as undescended testicles, varicoceles, Wilms tumor, and other pediatric urological disorders.

 

 

 

Courses and Certifications:

ECFMG Certificate: American Medical Doctor Equivalence Certificate

Additional Training: Various specialized courses and fellowships in pediatric surgery and urology

 

 

 

Professional Memberships:

European Society of Pediatric Urology

Turkish Society of Pediatric Surgery

Turkish Medical Association

National Pediatric Association

Turkish Society of Pediatric Urology

Laboratory Animal Science Association

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Mustafa Bilge Erdogan
Cardiovascular surgeon
31 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital

Mustafa Bilge Erdogan

Cardiovascular surgeon
31 years of experience
  • Education and Specialization:
  • Medical Degree: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (1994)
  • Specialization in Cardiovascular Surgery: Gazi University, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery

 

  • Professional Experience:
  • Former Experience: Cardiovascular Surgeon at Gazi University Hospital and SANKO University Hospital
  • Current Position: Cardiovascular Surgeon at İstinye University Hospital Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa

 

  • Areas of Interest:
  • Coronary Artery Diseases and Coronary Bypass
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
  • Peripheral Arterial Diseases
  • Heart Valve Diseases and Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery
  • Venous Diseases and Endovascular Interventions
  • Aortic Surgery and Endovascular Aortic Interventions

 

  • Research and Publications:
  • Dr. Erdoğan has contributed significantly to cardiovascular research, with numerous publications in international and national peer-reviewed journals. His research covers topics like coronary artery disease, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, and endovascular interventions.

 

 

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