Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Fatih Garça is a highly skilled and experienced ENT specialist currently practicing at Lokman Hekim Van Hospital. He completed his medical education at Istanbul University in 1997, and since then, he has built an impressive career in the field of otolaryngology. Throughout his career, Dr. Garça has contributed his knowledge and expertise to several prestigious institutions, including Van Yüzüncü Yıl University and İpekyolu State Hospital, where he has served in both clinical and academic roles.
Dr. Garça is recognized for his specialization in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of a wide range of Ear, Nose, and Throat disorders. His areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, chronic sinusitis, hearing loss, nasal deformities, sleep apnea, and head and neck cancers. He is well-versed in performing both minimally invasive and complex surgical procedures, utilizing the latest technologies to ensure the best outcomes for his patients.
A highly regarded professional, Dr. Garça is dedicated to staying at the forefront of his field, regularly attending national and international conferences to further his medical knowledge. He is committed to delivering personalized care and effective treatment plans, taking into account each patient’s unique condition and needs.
Fluent in both Turkish and English, Dr. Garça is able to effectively communicate with a diverse range of patients, ensuring that they fully understand their diagnosis and treatment options. His compassionate approach and extensive expertise have earned him the trust of many individuals seeking high-quality care in the field of ENT.
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Fatih Garça is a highly skilled and experienced ENT specialist currently practicing at Lokman Hekim Van Hospital. He completed his medical education at Istanbul University in 1997, and since then, he has built an impressive career in the field of otolaryngology. Throughout his career, Dr. Garça has contributed his knowledge and expertise to several prestigious institutions, including Van Yüzüncü Yıl University and İpekyolu State Hospital, where he has served in both clinical and academic roles.
Dr. Garça is recognized for his specialization in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of a wide range of Ear, Nose, and Throat disorders. His areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, chronic sinusitis, hearing loss, nasal deformities, sleep apnea, and head and neck cancers. He is well-versed in performing both minimally invasive and complex surgical procedures, utilizing the latest technologies to ensure the best outcomes for his patients.
A highly regarded professional, Dr. Garça is dedicated to staying at the forefront of his field, regularly attending national and international conferences to further his medical knowledge. He is committed to delivering personalized care and effective treatment plans, taking into account each patient’s unique condition and needs.
Fluent in both Turkish and English, Dr. Garça is able to effectively communicate with a diverse range of patients, ensuring that they fully understand their diagnosis and treatment options. His compassionate approach and extensive expertise have earned him the trust of many individuals seeking high-quality care in the field of ENT.
Professor, Dr. med. Jochen Windfuhr
Head of the Clinic of Otolaryngology, Plastic Surgery and Allergology
Director of the Certified Head and Neck Tumor Center
Head of the Department of Cochlear Implants
Specialization:
Head and Neck Oncology: Diagnosis and treatment of head and neck tumors using modern techniques, including minimally invasive surgery, radiochemotherapy and innovative immunotherapy.
Rhinology and endoscopic surgery: endoscopic surgery of the paranasal sinuses, plastic and aesthetic rhinoplasty, microsurgery of the salivary glands and larynx, treatment of swallowing disorders (especially Zenker's diverticulum)
Performing complex surgical procedures, including microsurgical reconstructions, robotic surgeries and minimally invasive techniques.
Sleep medicine: diagnosis and surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea using integrated approaches, including CPAP therapy and surgical techniques.
Pediatric otolaryngology: treatment of ENT diseases in children, including surgical interventions to eliminate airway obstruction.
Awards and achievements:
Doctor of the Year in Otolaryngology, awarded by the German Association of Physicians for his contribution to the development of head and neck surgery.
Research Prize of the German Society of Otolaryngology for outstanding research in the field of ENT oncology.
European Prize for Innovation in Medical Technology - for the development of robotic systems for head and neck surgery.
The International Society of Head and Neck Surgery Lifetime Achievement Award for the introduction of new surgical techniques.
Award of the European Academy of Otology and Neurotology for contribution to the development of otology and neurotology.
Young Investigator of the Year Award from the American Academy of Otolaryngology for work in the field of ear microsurgery.
Clinical studies:
Head of clinical research for the development and testing of new methods for the treatment of head and neck tumors.
Scientific innovations:
Participation in the development and implementation of robotic and navigation systems for use in otolaryngology.
Membership in professional societies:
German Society for Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery: Member of the scientific committee, responsible for organizing scientific events and conferences.
European Academy of Otology and Neuro-otology: Executive Board Member responsible for developing clinical guidelines.
Association of German Cancer Centers: participation in interdisciplinary projects to standardize the treatment of head and neck cancers.
American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery: Developing Global Standards for the Treatment of ENT Diseases.
International Federation of Societies of Otorhinolaryngology: representative of Germany in international scientific initiatives.
German Cancer Society: development of standards and clinical guidelines for the treatment of cancer diseases.
Publications:
Author of over 100 publications in international peer-reviewed journals on otolaryngology, including topics such as ENT oncology, innovative surgical techniques, research in the field of otology and rhinology.
Co-author of textbooks and guidelines on head and neck surgery, including publications on modern surgical techniques and an interdisciplinary approach to tumor treatment.
Member of the editorial board of specialized journals, including the Journal of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Laryngoscope.
Read moreProfessor, Dr. med. Jochen Windfuhr
Head of the Clinic of Otolaryngology, Plastic Surgery and Allergology
Director of the Certified Head and Neck Tumor Center
Head of the Department of Cochlear Implants
Specialization:
Head and Neck Oncology: Diagnosis and treatment of head and neck tumors using modern techniques, including minimally invasive surgery, radiochemotherapy and innovative immunotherapy.
Rhinology and endoscopic surgery: endoscopic surgery of the paranasal sinuses, plastic and aesthetic rhinoplasty, microsurgery of the salivary glands and larynx, treatment of swallowing disorders (especially Zenker's diverticulum)
Performing complex surgical procedures, including microsurgical reconstructions, robotic surgeries and minimally invasive techniques.
Sleep medicine: diagnosis and surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea using integrated approaches, including CPAP therapy and surgical techniques.
Pediatric otolaryngology: treatment of ENT diseases in children, including surgical interventions to eliminate airway obstruction.
Awards and achievements:
Doctor of the Year in Otolaryngology, awarded by the German Association of Physicians for his contribution to the development of head and neck surgery.
Research Prize of the German Society of Otolaryngology for outstanding research in the field of ENT oncology.
European Prize for Innovation in Medical Technology - for the development of robotic systems for head and neck surgery.
The International Society of Head and Neck Surgery Lifetime Achievement Award for the introduction of new surgical techniques.
Award of the European Academy of Otology and Neurotology for contribution to the development of otology and neurotology.
Young Investigator of the Year Award from the American Academy of Otolaryngology for work in the field of ear microsurgery.
Clinical studies:
Head of clinical research for the development and testing of new methods for the treatment of head and neck tumors.
Scientific innovations:
Participation in the development and implementation of robotic and navigation systems for use in otolaryngology.
Membership in professional societies:
German Society for Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery: Member of the scientific committee, responsible for organizing scientific events and conferences.
European Academy of Otology and Neuro-otology: Executive Board Member responsible for developing clinical guidelines.
Association of German Cancer Centers: participation in interdisciplinary projects to standardize the treatment of head and neck cancers.
American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery: Developing Global Standards for the Treatment of ENT Diseases.
International Federation of Societies of Otorhinolaryngology: representative of Germany in international scientific initiatives.
German Cancer Society: development of standards and clinical guidelines for the treatment of cancer diseases.
Publications:
Author of over 100 publications in international peer-reviewed journals on otolaryngology, including topics such as ENT oncology, innovative surgical techniques, research in the field of otology and rhinology.
Co-author of textbooks and guidelines on head and neck surgery, including publications on modern surgical techniques and an interdisciplinary approach to tumor treatment.
Member of the editorial board of specialized journals, including the Journal of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Laryngoscope.
Biography
Ahmet Köybaşıoğlu is a Professor and Doctor who was born in 1958. He entered Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1975 and completed his education, graduating in 1981. He completed his specialization in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine between 1982-1986.
While working as an ENT specialist at Ankara Dışkapı SSK Hospital, he also worked at the Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Research Center in the Netherlands. In 1997, he became an associate professor in the ENT Head and Neck Surgery department at Gazi University, and in 2003, he became a full professor.
In 1998, he worked on cases with his American colleagues at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in the United States. He conducted academic research for 16 years from 1996-2012, focusing on head and neck tumors. He also deepened his academic research in laryngology, which includes vocal cord and voice disorders.
He specialized in voice hoarseness, snoring, respiratory problems, dizziness, as well as nodules, polyps and vocal cord cysts in the larynx. His medical interests also include pediatric ENT diseases such as tonsillitis, adenoids, fluid accumulation in the ear, and congenital neck cysts.
He conducted academic research and publications on tumors and cancer diseases that occur in the mouth, nose, tongue, jaw, throat, and skin areas in the head and neck region. These diseases are his primary medical interest areas.
Education
2003-2103 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Professor,
2005(September-October) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1997-2003 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Associate Professor,
1998(November-December) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary /Boston-USA,
1995-1997 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Assistant Professor,
1993(January-March) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1982-1986 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Ear Nose and Throat Specialization Training,
1975-1981 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
Work Experience
2016-2018 Lösante Hospital,
2014-2016 Memorial Ankara Hospital,
2012-2014 Acıbadem Healthcare Group Ankara Hospital,
2003-2013 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Professor,
2005(September-October) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1997-2003 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Associate Professor
1998 (November-December) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary,
1995-1997 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Assistant Professor,
1993(January-March) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1990-1995 Ankara Diskapi SSK Hospital ll. ENT Clinic Specialist,
1988-1990 Bayburt State Hospital/Mandatory Service,
1986-1988 Adana Military Hospital, Ear Nose and Throat Specialist,
1982-1986 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Ear Nose and Throat Specialization Training
Medical Interest
Head and Neck Oncology
laryngology
Voice Hoarseness
Snore
Pediatric Ear Nose Throat Diseases
Elongated Styloid Prosthesis
Congenital Neck Tumors
Salivary Gland Tumors
Biography
Ahmet Köybaşıoğlu is a Professor and Doctor who was born in 1958. He entered Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1975 and completed his education, graduating in 1981. He completed his specialization in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine between 1982-1986.
While working as an ENT specialist at Ankara Dışkapı SSK Hospital, he also worked at the Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Research Center in the Netherlands. In 1997, he became an associate professor in the ENT Head and Neck Surgery department at Gazi University, and in 2003, he became a full professor.
In 1998, he worked on cases with his American colleagues at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in the United States. He conducted academic research for 16 years from 1996-2012, focusing on head and neck tumors. He also deepened his academic research in laryngology, which includes vocal cord and voice disorders.
He specialized in voice hoarseness, snoring, respiratory problems, dizziness, as well as nodules, polyps and vocal cord cysts in the larynx. His medical interests also include pediatric ENT diseases such as tonsillitis, adenoids, fluid accumulation in the ear, and congenital neck cysts.
He conducted academic research and publications on tumors and cancer diseases that occur in the mouth, nose, tongue, jaw, throat, and skin areas in the head and neck region. These diseases are his primary medical interest areas.
Education
2003-2103 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Professor,
2005(September-October) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1997-2003 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Associate Professor,
1998(November-December) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary /Boston-USA,
1995-1997 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Assistant Professor,
1993(January-March) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1982-1986 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Ear Nose and Throat Specialization Training,
1975-1981 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
Work Experience
2016-2018 Lösante Hospital,
2014-2016 Memorial Ankara Hospital,
2012-2014 Acıbadem Healthcare Group Ankara Hospital,
2003-2013 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Professor,
2005(September-October) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1997-2003 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Associate Professor
1998 (November-December) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary,
1995-1997 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Assistant Professor,
1993(January-March) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1990-1995 Ankara Diskapi SSK Hospital ll. ENT Clinic Specialist,
1988-1990 Bayburt State Hospital/Mandatory Service,
1986-1988 Adana Military Hospital, Ear Nose and Throat Specialist,
1982-1986 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Ear Nose and Throat Specialization Training
Medical Interest
Head and Neck Oncology
laryngology
Voice Hoarseness
Snore
Pediatric Ear Nose Throat Diseases
Elongated Styloid Prosthesis
Congenital Neck Tumors
Salivary Gland Tumors
Position Title Place of Duty Year
Medical Practitioner
Çerkeş Health Clinic (Compulsory Service)
1993
Residency Education
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
1994-1998
Clinical Observer Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Now York City, New York, U.S.A. November 1997 – January 1998
Clinical Observer and Trainee Ear Microsurgery and Temporal Bone Dissection, House Ear Institute, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A.
January 1998
Otorhinolaryngologist
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
1998-2001
Visiting Fellow
Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. May 1999- August 1999
Chief Resident in Otorhinolaryngology
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
2001-..
Title of Associate Professor Department of Otorhinnolaryngology, School of Medicine, Dokuz Eylül University 2004-
Position Title Place of Duty Year
Medical Practitioner
Çerkeş Health Clinic (Compulsory Service)
1993
Residency Education
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
1994-1998
Clinical Observer Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Now York City, New York, U.S.A. November 1997 – January 1998
Clinical Observer and Trainee Ear Microsurgery and Temporal Bone Dissection, House Ear Institute, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A.
January 1998
Otorhinolaryngologist
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
1998-2001
Visiting Fellow
Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. May 1999- August 1999
Chief Resident in Otorhinolaryngology
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
2001-..
Title of Associate Professor Department of Otorhinnolaryngology, School of Medicine, Dokuz Eylül University 2004-
Education:
From 2007 to 2013, she studied at Azerbaijan Medical University, Faculty of General Medicine.
From 2014 to 2018, she completed her residency in Otorhinolaryngology at Baku Health Center.
Courses and Trainings:
2019: Completed a course at the Azerbaijan State Institute for the Advanced Training of Doctors named after A. Aliyev.
2022: Participated in the “Emre İlhan Clinic” Fellowship Program in Istanbul, Turkey.
2023: Attended the “All in One Rhinoplasty Congress 8” in Istanbul, Turkey.
2023: Participated in the “17th National Facial Plastic Surgery Congress” in Izmir, Turkey.
2023: Attended the Azerbaijan Rhinologists' International Congress in Baku, Azerbaijan.
2024: Participated in the “All in One Rhinoplasty Congress 9” in Istanbul, Turkey.
2024: Attended the Baku Rhinoplasty Masterclass in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Work Experience:
In 2018, worked as an ENT specialist at Baku Health Center.
Since 2018, has been working as an ENT specialist at Polyclinic No. 20.
Since 2021, has been working as an ENT specialist at Premium Clinic.
Memberships:
Member of the Board of the Azerbaijan Society of Otorhinolaryngology
Member of the Azerbaijan Association of Rhinoplasty Surgeons
Read moreEducation:
From 2007 to 2013, she studied at Azerbaijan Medical University, Faculty of General Medicine.
From 2014 to 2018, she completed her residency in Otorhinolaryngology at Baku Health Center.
Courses and Trainings:
2019: Completed a course at the Azerbaijan State Institute for the Advanced Training of Doctors named after A. Aliyev.
2022: Participated in the “Emre İlhan Clinic” Fellowship Program in Istanbul, Turkey.
2023: Attended the “All in One Rhinoplasty Congress 8” in Istanbul, Turkey.
2023: Participated in the “17th National Facial Plastic Surgery Congress” in Izmir, Turkey.
2023: Attended the Azerbaijan Rhinologists' International Congress in Baku, Azerbaijan.
2024: Participated in the “All in One Rhinoplasty Congress 9” in Istanbul, Turkey.
2024: Attended the Baku Rhinoplasty Masterclass in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Work Experience:
In 2018, worked as an ENT specialist at Baku Health Center.
Since 2018, has been working as an ENT specialist at Polyclinic No. 20.
Since 2021, has been working as an ENT specialist at Premium Clinic.
Memberships:
Member of the Board of the Azerbaijan Society of Otorhinolaryngology
Member of the Azerbaijan Association of Rhinoplasty Surgeons
Dr. Schlemmer is a qualified Otorhinolaryngologist with 14 years of experience in the field. He is an honorary lecturer in the Department of ENT at UKZN and has a special interest in Otology and Neurotology, as well as Lateral Skull Base and Head and Neck surgery. He has expertise in various ENT procedures such as stapedotomy, endoscopic sinus surgery, and cochlear implantation.
Read moreDr. Schlemmer is a qualified Otorhinolaryngologist with 14 years of experience in the field. He is an honorary lecturer in the Department of ENT at UKZN and has a special interest in Otology and Neurotology, as well as Lateral Skull Base and Head and Neck surgery. He has expertise in various ENT procedures such as stapedotomy, endoscopic sinus surgery, and cochlear implantation.