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Professor Dr. Gökmen
General Surgeon

EDUCATION

• 1994: Bursa Uludağ University - Faculty of Medicine, MD
• 2000: Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital - General Surgery Specialization, MS

EXPERTISE

• Gastric Bypass / RNY
• Mini Gastric Bypass / MGB
• Gastric Sleeve / Fundectomy
• Gastric Banding / Bariatric Surgeries
• Gastroscopic Procedures
• Gastric Balloon Placement
• Gastric Elipse Balloon
• Gastric
• Sad-S Surgery
• Distalization of RYGB
• Hernia Repair
• First and Only Operator in Turkey

TRAINING AND COURSES

• Master of Surgery:
  • Temple University School of Medicine - Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery Courses
  • European Institute of Telesurgery - Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Courses (2012)
  • European Institute of Telesurgery - Advanced Colorectal Surgery Courses (2012)
  • Case Da Vinci Robotic Surgery Courses (2014)
  • Venous Diseases and Endovascular Surgery Course (2015)

MEMBERSHIPS

• UTACD: Turkish Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
• TSCRS: Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• TSA: Turkish Surgical Association

NUMBER OF CASES

• Experience of over 40,000 surgical cases in 29 years, including:
  • 20,000 Bariatric Surgeries
  • Approximately 107+ Laparoscopic Colon Resections
  • Approximately 100+ Laparoscopic Total Gastric Resections
  • Approximately 1,150+ Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomies
  • Approximately 780+ Laparoscopic Mini Gastric Bypasses
  • Approximately 1,200+ Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypasses
  • Approximately 1,550+ Laparoscopic Cholecystectomies

Areas of Interest:

• Diabetes Dietitian
• Obesity and Metabolic Surgery
• Bariatric Dietitian
• Type 1 Diabetes Nutrition
• Carbohydrate Counting
• Maternal and Child Nutrition (Breastfeeding and Postnatal Nutrition, Gestational Diabetes (Pregnancy Diabetes), Breast Milk, Transition to Solid Foods…)
• Cardiovascular Diseases
• Kidney Diseases and Dialysis
• Liver Diseases
• Gallbladder and Pancreas Diseases
• Gastrointestinal Sy Diseases
• Respiratory Sy Diseases
• Nervous Sy Diseases
• Bone and Joint Diseases
• Malnutrition
• Obesity and Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Balloon, Gastric )
• Eating Disorders
• Pre- and Post-Operative Nutrition
• Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition
• Weight Problems
• Excessive Weight Gain
• Hyperlipidemia
• Type 1 Diabetes
• Pregnancy and Nutrition
• Sports Nutrition
• Nutrition for Anorexia and Bulimia Patients
• Weight Control in Children and Adolescents
• Thyroid Disease Nutrition
• Healthy Eating
• Cardiovascular Diseases and Nutrition
• Child Nutrition
• Nutrition for Children and Adolescents
• Reactive Hypoglycemia and Nutrition
• Nutrition in Metabolic Diseases
• Nutrition Programs for Eating Disorders
• Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity
• Corporate Nutrition Consultancy
• Weight Loss Program
• Carbohydrate Counting

Education:

• 2014: Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics/Dietitian, Bahçeşehir University
• 2018: Master's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, Bahçeşehir University

Work Experience:

• 2024–Present: Neolife Medical Center
• 2023–2024: Park 15 Clinics, Koşuyolu
• 2019–2023: Doctor Nazif Bağrıaçık Kadıköy Hospital

Professional Trainings:

• Memberships:
• Scientific Events / Studies:
  • National Diabetes, Metabolism, and Nutrition Diseases Congress, 2021 (Bodrum, Muğla)
    Organized by: Turkish Diabetes Foundation and Turkish Diabetes Society
  • 3rd Diabetes Technologies Symposium, 2021 (Izmir)
    Organized by: Turkish Diabetes Foundation and Turkish Diabetes Society
  • 5th Winter School of Turkish Obesity Surgery Society, 2021 (E-Meeting)
  • 3rd Food and Nutrition Biennale, 2020 (Istanbul)
    Organized by: Food Enlightenment Platform
  • Bariatric Surgery Dietitian Certification, 2019 (Istanbul)
    Organized by: Tartı Academy
  • Psychodiet Training, 2019 (Istanbul)
    Organized by: Istinye University
  • 7th National Healthy Living Symposium Participation Certificate, 2018 (Istanbul)
    Organized by: Acıbadem University
  • PROBIOClass–Nutrition & Prebiotics & Probiotics Spring School Certification, 2018 (Istanbul)
    Organized by: Acıbadem University
  • Geriatric Dietitian Course Participation Certificate, 2018 (Istanbul)
    Organized by: Acıbadem University
  • Current Approaches in Sports Nutrition Symposium, 2018 (Istanbul)
    Organized by: Medipol University
  • Oncology and Nutrition Symposium, 2017 (Izmir)
    Organized by: Turkish Dietitians Association
  • 2nd National Nutrition and Dietetics Congress, 2017 (Istanbul)
  • BESVAK 5th Career Days, 2017 (Istanbul)
  • Education on the History, Production Process, and Use of Bulgur in Kitchens, 2017 (Istanbul)
  • Bariatric Surgery Dietitian Course within the 7th National Obesity Congress, 2016 (Istanbul)
  • Multidisciplinary Treatment Course within the 7th National Obesity Congress, 2016 (Istanbul)
  • Personal Development Course, 2015 (Istanbul)
    Organized by: Validebağ Neighborhood House
  • Nutrition Everywhere, 2015 (Istanbul)
  • Nutrition Academy, 2014 (Istanbul)
  • Nutrition, Food, and Culinary Culture in Anatolia, 2014 (Istanbul)

Müslüm ÇİÇEK was born in Malatya in 1969 and attended primary, secondary and higher education in Malatya. He graduated from Istanbul University Medical School in 1992. He completed his specialization in anesthesiology and intensive care at Şişli Etfal Hospital in 1997.

He worked at Malatya İnönü University Medical School between 2000 and 2008. In 2005, he worked in the intensive care unit at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, USA. In 2007, he became Associate Professor and in 2013, Professor.

In 2016, he was rector of the Cyprus University of Social and Health Sciences. He held this position for two years.

In 2018, he began working at Istinye University Health Practice and Research Hospital Gaziosmanpaşa as “medical director, specialist in anesthesiology and resuscitation and sub-specialist in intensive care”. He continues to hold this position.

He is a member of numerous national and international associations.

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.

Dr. Sibel Sahin BULAM is a dedicated and experienced Radiologist with over 12 years of experience. She has a strong background in diagnostic imaging and is committed to providing accurate and timely diagnoses to patients.

Work Experience

Radiologist at own clinic (2023-present)

Radiologist at Regenerative Clinic Istanbul (2021 to 2022)

Resident Radiologist at Gazi University Ankara Turkey (2008 to 2014)

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) Speciality in Radiology - Gazi University Ankara Turkey (2014)

Doctor of Medicine (MD) - Ankara University Ankara Turkey (2005)

Skills

Proficient in diagnostic imaging techniques

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Wellness

Check-Up

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Dr. Kizilkaya has led plastic surgery departments at major hospitals, including Tinaztepe and Su Hospital. He also served as a reconstructive surgeon during his military service. He established a 24-bed clinic, with 12 beds dedicated to burn victims. He managed a team that performed 80 to 100 procedures each week.

He holds an advanced qualification in health law from Izmir University and Ege University. Dr. Kizilkaya speaks English, German, basic Russian, and Turkish.