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Dra Carlina Vasquez
Dra Carlina Vasquez
Dermatologist
6 years of experience
Colombia, Medellín
Colombia

Dra Carlina Vasquez

Dermatologist
6 years of experience

Aesthetic physician from the University of Colombia  with a degree in anti-aging and longevity from the  Fundación Universitaria de las Ciencias de la Salud (Bogotá). 

Experience in facial rejuvenation with  injectables (, exosomes, botulinum toxin,  monofilament threads, tension threads, volume replacement with hyaluronic acid, bio-stimulators (such as Sculptra, Radiesse, Harmonica) and body procedures such as localized adiposity management, acne, Co2 laser, IPL, Morpheus and mesotherapy. 

She deeply cares about every patient and provides an holistic approach to each condition. 

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Esat Veli Karakoc
Esat Veli Karakoc
General practitioner
31 years of experience
Turkey, İzmir
Medicalpoint International Hospital

Esat Veli Karakoc

General practitioner
31 years of experience

 

Our Family Physicians make the first assessment on all issues related to the health of the people they are responsible for. They diagnose, treat and follow up on diseases with a holistic approach by using the necessary laboratory tests and radiological imaging methods and taking into account the physical, mental and social factors of the patients.

 

 

 

Education and Specialization

 

EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

 

Treatment Methods

 

Check-up

Health Reports

 

Experience

Taksim Education and Research Hospital

 

Medical Residency

Taksim Teaching and Research Hospital

 

Areas of Interest

 

-Emergency Services

-Family Medicine

-Medical Check-Up

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Eslie Perez
Eslie Perez
General practitioner
11 years of experience
Mexico, Puerto Vallarta
Holistic Bio Spa®

Eslie Perez

General practitioner
11 years of experience

Head of Teaching at the Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital

2020-2023

Medical records manager at the Regional Hospital of Puerto Vallarta 2 months 2020

General practitioner in private medical office

2015-2022

Doctor in charge of weight control clinic

2013-2014

Medical assistant in dermatology clinic

2008-2013

 

Medical Assistant in Dermatological procedures.

 Medical Assistant in minimally invasive surgical procedures

 Operation of fractional laser machine - IPIXEL-ER and

facial rejuvenation with IPL.

 Experience in laser hair removal with Intense Pulsed Light and

radiofrequency

 Experience with ultrasonic cavitation

 Experience with ultraviolet (UV) light phototherapy machine for the

treatment of psoriasis and vitiligo.

 Experience assisting in and Fillers procedures.

 Biomagnet certified by the Higher Institute of Biomagnetism

doctor ISAAC GOIZ DURAN

 Experience in clinical records

 Training in continuing education and professional development of teachers

 

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Nikolaos Spernovasilis
Nikolaos Spernovasilis
General practitioner
15 years of experience
Cyprus, Republic of Cyprus
German Medical Institute (GMI)

Nikolaos Spernovasilis

General practitioner
15 years of experience
  • Education:
  •  
  • 1992- 1998: Middle School - Lyceum of Neapolis, Lassithi, Crete, Greece
  • 1999- 2004: Department of Physiotherapy, “Alexander” University of Thessaloniki, Greece
  • 2004 - 2010: School of Medicine, University of Crete, Greece
  • 2007: Laboratory of Molecular Genetics, Boston University, USA.
  • 2010: Department of Mental Health, “Ospedale Maggiore”, Bologna, Italy
  • 2017 – 2019: Master of Public Health, EUC, Cyprus
  • 2019 – 2023: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), School of Medicine, University of Crete, Greece

Professional Experience:

  • 2010: Medical license
  • 2011 - 2012: Rural doctor, Chandras, Crete, Greece
  • 2012 - 2017: Resident in Internal Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital of Heraklion, Greece
  • 2016: Fellowship at the 1st Department of Internal Medicine, “Konstantopouleio” General Hospital of Nea Ionia, Greece
  • 2016: Fellowship at the Infectious Diseases Unit, “Attikon” General Hospital, Greece
  • 2017: Specialty degree in Internal Medicine
  • 2017. Fellowship at the Infectious Diseases Unit, University Hospital of Heraklion, Greece
  • 2017 - 2018. Attending physician, Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital of Heraklion, Greece
  • 2018 - 2020: Specialization in Infectious Diseases, University Hospital of Heraklion and “Attiko” University Hospital of Athens, Greece
  • 2020 - 2021: Research Associate, Infectious Diseases Unit, University Hospital of Heraklion, Greece
  • 2021: Specialist degree in Infectious Diseases

Memberships:

  • Hellenic Society of Infectious Diseases
  • Cypriot Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
  • European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
  • Faculty member of the European Committee on Infection Control (EUCIC)
  • Faculty member of the ESCMID Study Group for Antimicrobial Stewardship (ESGAP)
  • Board member of the Greek Medical Society for Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
  • Country Manager of Cyprus of the International Society for Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (ISIDOG)

Awards:

  • Pancretan Association of the U.S.A. scholarship, 2007: training in Molecular Genetics, Boston University, USA.
  • Hellenic AIDS Study scholarship for specialization in Infectious Diseases, 2018 - 2019, Greece
  • 2018 – 2024: Representative of Greece as Infectious Disease Specialist in the Trainee Association of ESCMID (TAA) of the European Society for Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

Academic Experience:

  • 2016-2019: Internal Medicine A, 3rd year of undergraduate studies at School of Medicine of Crete, Greece
  • 2017-2021: Internal Medicine B, 4th year of undergraduate studies at School of Medicine of Crete, Greece
  • 2018-2022: MSc Programme "Public Health & Healthcare Facilities Administration", School of Medicine of Crete, Greece
  • 2021: MSc Programme “Emergency and Intensive Care”, School of Medicine, University of Crete, Greece
  • 2022-2024: MSc Programme “Public Health”, School of Medicine, University of Patras, Greece
  • 2022-2024: MSc Programme “Prevention and Control of clinically severe infections in the Healthcare setting”, School of Medicine, University of Thessaly, Greece

Research Activities:

  • 2007: Use of adenoviruses as therapy vectors, laboratory researcher, Boston, USA.
  • 2018: "Overcome" clinical trial, study co-coordinator, Heraklion, Greece.
  • 2019: "REDS" clinical trial, study coordinator, Heraklion, Greece.
  • 2019: "Entasis" clinical trial, study coordinator, Heraklion, Greece
  • 2019 - 2020: "Rationalizing the use of antibiotics in patients hospitalized at a University Hospital”, principal investigator, University Hospital of Heraklion, Heraklion, Greece
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Asunción María Gonzálvez Gasch
Asunción María Gonzálvez Gasch
General practitioner
75 years of experience
Spain, Alicante
Quironsalud Torrevieja

Asunción María Gonzálvez Gasch

General practitioner
75 years of experience

Chief of Internal Medicine | Medical Educator | Researcher
Location: Torrevieja, Valencian Community, Spain
Languages: Spanish (native), English (fluent)

Professional Experience

🔹 Head of Internal Medicine Department
Quirónsalud, Torrevieja
June 2023 – Present (1 year 10 months)

Leading the Internal Medicine Department at Quirónsalud Hospital in Torrevieja.

Overseeing clinical strategy, patient care, and departmental coordination.

Mentoring junior physicians and contributing to medical education and research.

🔹 Specialist in Internal Medicine
Quirónsalud, Torrevieja
July 2020 – September 2023 (3 years 3 months)

Provided high-quality care in internal medicine with a focus on complex clinical cases.

Participated in multidisciplinary teams and collaborated on patient management strategies.

Actively involved in teaching and academic activities.

🔹 Specialist in Internal Medicine
Hospital de Manacor, Balearic Islands
May 2019 – July 2020 (1 year 3 months)

Delivered comprehensive internal medicine services in a regional hospital setting.

🔹 Head of Internal Medicine Department
Hospital General de Villalba, Madrid – Quirónsalud Group
June 2014 – May 2019 (4 years 11 months)

Directed the Internal Medicine Department of a large general hospital in Madrid.

Developed protocols and care pathways, and played a key role in hospital management.

Engaged in teaching as an Associate Professor at Universidad Europea de Madrid (2018–2020).

🔹 Specialist and Head of Internal Medicine
Ribera Salud, Elche (Alicante)
Head of Internal Medicine: Jan 2010 – Dec 2012
Specialist in Internal Medicine: Jan 2012 – Feb 2014

Led the department and managed a multidisciplinary medical team.

Continued as a staff internist with a focus on patient care and chronic disease management.

🔹 Specialist in Internal Medicine
Hospital San Jaime, Torrevieja
May 2002 – Jan 2010 (7 years 9 months)

Provided specialized care in internal medicine in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Academic & Teaching Experience

🔹 Associate/Guest Professor
CEU Cardenal Herrera University, Elche
2020 – 2023

Taught courses in Internal Medicine and supervised research projects.

Promoted evidence-based medicine and clinical reasoning among medical students.

🔹 Associate Professor
Universidad Europea de Madrid
2018 – 2020

Lectured in internal medicine and clinical practice for medical students.

Participated in academic development and evaluation committees.

Skills & Areas of Expertise

Internal Medicine

Hospital Leadership & Management

Medical Education & Training

Research & Development

Chronic Disease Management

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

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Chalatkorn Viravan
Chalatkorn Viravan
General practitioner
18 years of experience
4.0
1 review
Thailand, Bangkok
Intrarat Hospital

Chalatkorn Viravan

General practitioner
18 years of experience

Chalatkorn Viravan , M.D.

 

General Practitioner and Occupational Physician

 

Graduated (M.D. From)

Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Rangsit University, Rajavithi Hospital (First Class Honors)

Assessing you with a physical exam and a review of your medical history. From there, they may order more tests, recommend treatment, or connect you with a specialist.

 

Certificates

Certificate in Basic Occupational Medicine for Physicians, Faculty of Medicine, Burapha University

 

Current Positions

General Practitioner and Occupational Physician at Intrarat Hospital

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

Hilmi Cem Kaya

ENT doctor
4 years of experience

Dr. Hilmi Cem Kaya is an experienced ENT specialist. He earned his medical degree from Ege University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his ENT specialization at Uludağ University. Both universities are well-known for their strong medical programs.

Dr. Kaya has worked at top hospitals in Turkey. He served at Sultan Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital in 2023. He also worked at Martyr Prof. Dr. İlhan Varank Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital from 2021 to 2022. During this time, he gained skills in advanced surgical techniques and patient care.

He is known for his expertise in modern, minimally invasive ENT treatments. Dr. Kaya achieves high success rates in his treatments. He stays up to date with the latest research and training to provide the best care for his patients.

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Leonardo Favio Chavez Gasque
Leonardo Favio Chavez Gasque
Orthopedist
7 years of experience
Mexico, Mexico City
DR. LEONARDO FAVIO CHAVEZ GASQUE

Leonardo Favio Chavez Gasque

Orthopedist
7 years of experience

Dr. Leonardo Favio Chavez Gasque is an experienced orthopedic specialist. He treats complex conditions such as Dupuytren's contracture, floating elbow, brachial plexus injuries, and humeral fractures. He is skilled in both surgical and non-surgical treatments. Dr. Chavez Gasque creates personalized care plans to achieve the best results for his patients.

He has strong knowledge of biomechanics, especially of the wrist, hand, pelvic limbs, menisci, shoulder, hip, and spine. His work is guided by a thorough understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and injury patterns. He provides care based on the latest medical evidence for each patient.

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Serkan Piskin
Serkan Piskin
Ophtalmologist
15 years of experience

Serkan Piskin

Ophtalmologist
15 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Grand Clinic
Cemsit Karakurt
Cemsit Karakurt
Pediatric cardiologist
32 years of experience
3.0
1 review
Turkey, Antalya
Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Cemsit Karakurt

Pediatric cardiologist
32 years of experience

Education and Specialisation 

1987-1993 Undergraduate Education: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

1993-1997 Child Health and Diseases. Dr. Sami Ulus Child Health and Diseases Education and Research Hospital Specialization

2001-2005 Child Health and Diseases. Dr. Sami Ulus Child Health and Diseases Education and Research Hospital Sub-branch Specialization Education

Professional Memberships (if any)

Member of Turkish Society of Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery, Member of 

Antalya Medical Chamber

ACADEMIC DUTIES

PROFESSOR. INÖNÜ UNIVERSITY/MEDICAL FACULTY) 2015

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORİNÖNÜ UNIVERSITY/ DEPARTMENT OF INTERNAL 

MEDICINE/ DEPARTMENT OF CHILD HEALTH AND DISEASES) 2010

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR INÖNÜ UNIVERSITY /FACULTY OF 

MEDICINE/DEPARTMENT OF INTERNAL MEDICINE/DEPARTMENT OF CHILD 

HEALTH AND DISEASES) 2005-2010

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

Faculty Board Membership İnönü University Faculty of Medicine

Head of the Department: Inönü University Faculty of Medicine. Department of Child Health 

and Diseases 

Board Membership: Turkish Society of Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery

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Dra Alexandra Salazar S
Dra Alexandra Salazar S
Hair transplant specialist
23 years of experience
Colombia, Medellín
Colombia

Dra Alexandra Salazar S

Hair transplant specialist
23 years of experience

Doctor and Surgeon | University of Antioquia, Colombia 2002 

Master in Trichology and Hair Transplant | Brazil – India 

Functional Medicine | FUCS, Colombia • Diploma in Integrative Medicine and homeopathic bases with emphasis on homotoxicology | CES, Colombia 

Diploma in Medical Aesthetics | Colombia 

Specialist in quality management and health audit | Colombia,UCC 

Member of the International Association of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) 

 Member of the Mexican hair transplant association 

Member of the Colombian Scientific Association of Aesthetic Medicine 

Since 2018, I have been immersed in the world of hair transplant where I have acquired extensive and advanced knowledge in different hair restoration techniques and procedures.

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Michaela Malackova
Michaela Malackova
General practitioner
7 years of experience
1.0
1 review

Michaela Malackova

General practitioner
7 years of experience
Czech Republic, Prague
Altoa | Diagnostic Center in Prague
Aziz Kemal Emek
Aziz Kemal Emek
Surgical oncologist
35 years of experience
3.0
1 review
Turkey, Antalya
Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Aziz Kemal Emek

Surgical oncologist
35 years of experience

Education and Specialization

  • Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education
  • Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – General Surgery Specialization
  • Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professorship
  • Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Professorship

Professional Memberships
• Turkish Medical Association
• Mediterranean Health Foundation
• Akdeniz University Development and Health Foundation
• Transplantation Organizations Coordination Association
• National Surgical Association

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Dr Paricha Chaowalit
Dr Paricha Chaowalit
General practitioner
23 years of experience
4.0
1 review
Thailand, Bangkok
Intrarat Hospital

Dr Paricha Chaowalit

General practitioner
23 years of experience

DR. PARICHA CHAOWALIT, M.D

 

Education 
1990-1996 Degree: M.D., Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University
1996-1997 Internship Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
1999-2002 Diploma of The Thai Board of Internal Medicine, Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital 
2003-2005 Diploma in Respiratory Medicine and Critical Respiratory Diseases Phramongkutklao Hospital 
2005Study visit at St Paul Hospital Vancouver, Canada 
  
Work History  
25400-7542 Medical Doctor, Chest Disease Institute
2002-2003 Doctor, Lung Disease Unit, Chest Disease Institute
2011-PresentDifferent private hospitals
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Dr Yosaphon Vichienvanitchkul
Dr Yosaphon Vichienvanitchkul
General practitioner
10 years of experience
4.0
1 review
Thailand, Bangkok
Intrarat Hospital

Dr Yosaphon Vichienvanitchkul

General practitioner
10 years of experience

YOSAPHON VICHIENVANITCHKUL, M.D.

 

General Internal Medicine

 

Graduated (M.D. From)

Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinakharinwirot University

Working in general internal medicine treat patients with a wide range of acute and long-term medical conditions.

Certificates

Certificate of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital, Directorate of Medical Services, Royal Thai Air Force

 

Current Positions

General Internal Medicine doctor at Intrarat Hospital

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Akif Nuri Dogan
Akif Nuri Dogan
General practitioner
23 years of experience
4.5
164 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Akif Nuri Dogan

General practitioner
23 years of experience

Dr. Akif Nuri Doğan is an internal medicine specialist. He graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University in 2002. He completed his residency at Bezm-i Alem Vakıf Gureba Teaching and Research Hospital in 2008.

He works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for internal diseases. His main areas of focus are obesity, reflux, hypertension, diabetes, and chronic fatigue.

Dr. Doğan has gained experience at Elazig Military Hospital, Antalya Training and Research Hospital, and Akseki State Hospital. He is known for his evidence-based approach and dedication to patient care.

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Fatma Kural Aydin
Fatma Kural Aydin
General practitioner
27 years of experience
4.5
164 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Fatma Kural Aydin

General practitioner
27 years of experience

Dr. Fatma Kural Aydın is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of internal diseases. She earned her M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine (English Education, 1998). She completed her residency at Istanbul University School of Medicine in 2010.

Her main areas of interest are endocrine and metabolic diseases. Dr. Kural Aydın has worked at Andirin State Hospital in Kahramanmaras and Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She has extensive clinical experience and is dedicated to improving patient care in her field.

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Nurettin Demirkol
Nurettin Demirkol
General practitioner
42 years of experience
4.5
164 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Nurettin Demirkol

General practitioner
42 years of experience

Dr. Nurettin Demirkol is a physician with expertise in hypertension, hyperlipidemia, thyroid diseases, diabetes, and vascular conditions. He also manages the follow-up of chronic diseases. Dr. Demirkol has strong experience in identifying causes and making diagnoses. He provides advanced care in internal medicine.

He completed his undergraduate and specialization training at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He also earned a master’s degree in Health Management from Okan University. Dr. Demirkol has worked at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Kozyatağı Central Hospital, and Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He has made important contributions to patient care and chronic disease management at these institutions.

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Omer Uslukaya
Omer Uslukaya
General surgeon
23 years of experience
4.4
50 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Omer Uslukaya

General surgeon
23 years of experience

EXPERIENCE*

 

2019 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Turkey

MEMORIAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPITAL

General Surgeon

2012 - 2019, Diyarbakır/Diyarbakır/Turkey

DİCLE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

General Surgeon

2011 - 2012, Van/Van/Turkey

VAN REGIONAL TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

General Surgeon

2009 - 2011, Van/Van/Turkey

HAKKARİ STATE HOSPITAL

General Surgeon

2004 - 2009, Van/Van/Turkey

YÜZÜNCÜYIL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

General Surgeon

2002 - 2004, Van/Van/Turkey

HACIBEKİR HEALTH CENTER

General Practitioner

 

*EDUCATION*

 

2018 - 2019, Diyarbakır/Turkey

Associate Professor

2015, Ohio/USA

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER

Neck Dissection Training

2012 - 2018, Diyarbakır/Turkey

Assistant Professor

1996 - 2002, Adana/Turkey

ÇUKUROVA UNIVERSITY

FACULTY OF MEDICINE - Medical Doctor Education

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Breket Manzar
Breket Manzar
General practitioner
26 years of experience
4.7
47 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Breket Manzar

General practitioner
26 years of experience

Education and Expertise

1999 - Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education

2005 - Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Internal Medicine Department - Specialization

 

Experience

2005 - 2008 - Kolan Hospital

2009 - 2010 - Kızılay Medical Center

2011 - 2016 - Safa Hospital (Yenibosna)

2016 - 2017 - Erdem Hospital (Güneşli)

2017 - 2018 - Sevgi Hospital

2019 - 2020 - Private Çapa Hospital

2020 - 2020 - Erdem Hospital

 

Courses and Certificates

Çapa Internal Medicine Days

National Internal Medicine Congress

 

Professional Memberships

Istanbul Medical Chamber

Turkish Internal Medicine Specialization Association

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