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Nurettin Demirkol
General practitioner
41 years of experience
4.5
142 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Nurettin Demirkol

General practitioner
41 years of experience
Doctor specialized in Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Thyroid Diseases, Diabetes and vascular problems, Follow-up of Chronic Diseases, and Etiology-Diagnosis studies. Education includes Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Okan University Health Management, and various training and working institutions.Read more
4.5
142 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Radiofrequency ablation $10000 - $18000
Thyroidectomy $5000 - $7500
Stomach resection $2188 - $2735
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José Gonzálbez Morgaez
Endocrinologist
27 years of experience
4.7
402 reviews

José Gonzálbez Morgaez

Endocrinologist
27 years of experience
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon
4.7
402 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Plastic surgery for cardiac valve $23119.56 - $33628.46
High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) $16814.23 - $18916.01
Vaporization (with GreenLight Laser) $10508.89
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Zeynep Komesli
TEST
15 years of experience
4.6
107 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

Zeynep Komesli

TEST
15 years of experience

 

*EXPERIENCE*

 

2023 - Present, Istanbul/Turkey

MEMORIAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPITAL

Pediatric Neurology Specialist

2022 - 2023, Gaziantep/Turkey

SANKO UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE HOSPITAL
Pediatric Neurology Specialist

2019 - 2020, Gaziantep/Turkey

HASAN KALYONCU UNIVERSITY

Pediatric Neurology Specialist

2017 - 2019, Şanlıurfa/Turkey

ŞANLIURFA TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Pediatric Neurology Specialist (Compulsory Service)

 

*EDUCATION*

 

2017, Venice/Italy

San Servolo University Summer School

2014 - 2017, Kayseri/Turkey

ERCİYES UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Pediatric Neurology Fellowship Training

2008 - 2013, Istanbul/Turkey

BAKIRKÖY WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S DISEASES TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Pediatric Medicine Residency Training

2001 - 2007, Istanbul/Turkey

CERRAHPAŞA FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Medical Doctor Education

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Aytac Atamer
Gastroenterologist
37 years of experience
4.2
51 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
NP Istanbul Brain Hospital

Aytac Atamer

Gastroenterologist
37 years of experience

Prof. Dr. Aytaç ATAMER was born on January 31, 1964 in Adapazarı. He started his medical education at Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and graduated in 1987. After completing his residency training at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Atamer worked as a specialist physician at the Social Insurance Institution (SSK) Diyarbakır Hospital. He then continued to work as a specialist physician at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital.

In 2008, he completed his upper specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital Gastroenterology Clinic and in the same year, he was named Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital. In 2011, he continued his duty with the duty of establishing Yalova State Hospital Gastroenterology Clinic and compulsory service and in 2013, he became a faculty member at Yalova University. Between 2017 and 2022, he worked as a Professor at Çamlıca Erdem Hospital Gastroenterology Clinic.

Since 2022, he has been working as a Gastroenterology Specialist and Internal Medicine Specialist at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

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Fatma Ela Keskin
Endocrinologist
15 years of experience
5.0
28 reviews

Fatma Ela Keskin

Endocrinologist
15 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Ozlem Ozer Chakir
Gastroenterologist
10 years of experience
5.0
28 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Ozlem Ozer Chakir

Gastroenterologist
10 years of experience

Education

MD; Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (2001)

Residencies

Internal Medicine; Ministry of Health Ankara Diskapi Education and Research Hospital (2009)

Pathology; Gazi University Faculty of Medicine (2004)

Fellowships

Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Necmettin Erbakan University Faculty of Medicine (2013)

Experiences

Demiroglu Bilim University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital (2019- currently)

Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (2017-2019)

Bundang CHA Hospital, Seoul, Korea (2018)

Konya Education and Research Hospital, Department of Gastroenterology  (2014-2017)

Certificates

Advanced Endoscopy Certificate, Bundang CHA Hospital, Seoul, Korea, 2018

Bariatric Endoscopy Certificate, Bariatric Endoscopy Global course, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2020

Awards

2019 Rising Star, 10th Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium

Memberships

Turkish Society of Internal Medicine

Turkish Society of Gastroenterology

ERCP Study Group at Turkish Society of Gastroenterology

European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Women in Endoscopy, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

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Ayse Sinangil
Nephrologist
20 years of experience
5.0
28 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Ayse Sinangil

Nephrologist
20 years of experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ayşe Sinangil specializes in nephrology, with a particular clinical focus on kidney failure. She has a significant publication record, with 30 international publications and 19 presentations at international scientific meetings.Read more
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Oguz Yilmaz
Cardiovascular surgeon
27 years of experience
5.0
28 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Oguz Yilmaz

Cardiovascular surgeon
27 years of experience

Professional Summary:

Experienced cardiac surgeonspecializing in varicoseveins, coronary bypasssurgery, heart valve diseases, aortic aneurysms, heart aneurysms, and TAVI procedures.

Dedicated to providing high-quality care and innovative surgical solutions to patients.

 

 

Education:

2022                      : Professorship, Istanbul Arel University

2015                      : Associate Professorship, Şişli Memorial Hospital

1997-2002:           Residency in Cardiovascular Surgery,Florence Nightingale Hospital/ Kadir Has University 1989-1995                : Medical Degree, Hacettepe University Medical Faculty (English Program)

1982-1989           : TarsusAmerican College

 

 

Specializations:

Varicose Veins

Coronary Bypass Surgery Heart Valve Diseases Aortic Aneurysms

Heart Aneurysms

TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation) Work Experience:

Current: İstanbul FlorenceNightingale Hastanesi, Cardiovascular Surgery Department Previous: Şişli Memorial Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery Department

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Tolga Sahin
Gastroenterologist
14 years of experience
5.0
28 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Tolga Sahin

Gastroenterologist
14 years of experience

accreditations:

The International Liver Transplantation Society

Education: 

 

Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine 

 

Specialization Training: 

 

Baskent University Faculty of Medicine. Internal diseases 

Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Gastroenterology Minor 

 

Worked Institutions: 

Tekirdag State Hospital (Compulsory Service) 

Demiroğlu Bilim University Faculty of Medicine, Gastroenterology 

 

Medical Interests: 

 

Endoscopy-Colonoscopy 

ERCP 

Hepatology 

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases 

Liver Transplantation

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Bulent Polat
Pediatric cardiologist
38 years of experience
5.0
28 reviews

Bulent Polat

Pediatric cardiologist
38 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Ozlem Ozem Ekmekci
TEST
9 years of experience
4.4
45 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Ozlem Ozem Ekmekci

TEST
9 years of experience

*EXPERIENCE*

2019 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Turkey

MEMORIAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2016 - 2019, Istanbul/Istanbul/Turkey

BEZMİALEM UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Assistant Professor

2015 - 2016, Istanbul/Istanbul/Turkey

SB HASEKİ TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
Educator

2008 - 2015, Sivas/Sivas/Turkey

CUMHURIYET UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE HOSPITAL

Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology

1995 - 2008, Sivas/Sivas/Turkey

CUMHURIYET UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Faculty Member

1989 - 1990, Sivas/Sivas/Turkey

HEALTH CENTER NO.1

General Practitioner

 

*EDUCATION*

 

2008

Professor

2002

Associate Professor

1990 - 1994, Sivas/Turkey

CUMHURIYET UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Ophthalmology Residency Training

1983 - 1989, Adana/Turkey

ÇUKUROVA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Medical Doctor Education

 

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

Breket Manzar

General practitioner
25 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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Tomasz Gede
Urological surgeon
30 years of experience
4.0
49 reviews
Poland, Jelenia Góra
KCM Clinic

Tomasz Gede

Urological surgeon
30 years of experience

 Dr. Tomasz Gede is a highly qualified specialist in urology and general surgery.

 

He is valued by patients for his above-average commitment to his work, kindness, individual approach to each patient, a big heart and the enormous effort he puts into helping patients, but above all for diagnosing problems accurately and treating oncology patients effectively, even in extremely difficult situations.

 

An unquestionable favourite of patients from the entire Jelenia Góra area.

 

The doctor provides specialist consultations in the field of urology. He is also one of the best operators of the Lower Silesian region. He has been performing a number of procedures at the urology department of KCM Clinic for many years.

 

Tomasz Gede, MD, performs procedures in the field of:

MINIMALLY INVASIVE UROLOGY

 

Endoscopic surgery of the bladder and ureters

Endoscopic prostate surgery

Laser surgery of the prostate

Laser removal of urinary stones

Laparoscopic kidney surgery

Laparoscopic prostate surgery

Penile operations and prostheses

Scrotal and testicular surgery

Urinary incontinence surgery

Bladder treatment with botulinum toxin

Cystoscopy under anaesthesia

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4.0
49 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Vasectomy $2462 - $2620
Сholecystectomy $2931.98 - $2942.49
Appendectomy $3425.9 - $3467.93
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Yilmaz Bilgic
Gastroenterologist
23 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Yilmaz Bilgic

Gastroenterologist
23 years of experience

ACADEMIC CAREER SUMMARY

Degree: Bachelor's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001

Degree: Master's
Field: Medicine
University: Atatürk University
Year: 2001

Specialization/Doctorate: Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2012

Associate Professorship: Gastroenterology
University: İnönü University
Year: 2018

Foreign Language: English, 67.5, 2007

H-index (WoS/Google): 8/10

Impact Factor: 8.1577

Key Research Work:
“Does apocynin increase liver regeneration in the partial hepatectomy model?” Yılmaz Bilgiç, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Onural ÖZHAN, Azibe YILDIZ, Zeynep AKSUNGUR, Mehmet Erman ERDEMLİ, Nigar VARDI, Yusuf TÜRKÖZ, Sami AKBULUT, Adem KÖSE, Hakan PARLAKPINAR. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023 (53), 1-12 Q3.

Declared Project Title, Year:
K.3.6. “Investigation of the Effects of Vinpocetine in Sepsis Created by Cecal Ligation and Puncture in Rats” (Principal Investigator), 2023

International Experience:
Advanced Endoscopy Training, Anam Hospital, South Korea (3 months, 2016)
Advanced ERCP Course, Olympus Training Center, Hamburg (2017)

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

  • Institution: İnönü University Turgut Özal Medical Center
    City: Malatya
    Position: Assistant Chief Physician
    Period: 2021 - 2024
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Edmundo Pichardo
Plastic surgeon
37 years of experience
Mexico, Mexico City
DR. IRERI ASTEINZA Clinic

Edmundo Pichardo

Plastic surgeon
37 years of experience
Tummy tuck
Tummy tuck
Tummy tuck
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
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Esra Demir
General practitioner
15 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Esra Demir

General practitioner
15 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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Sharon Porath
Urological surgeon
18 years of experience
3.8
10 reviews

Sharon Porath

Urological surgeon
18 years of experience
Hungary, Budapest
Liv Duna Medical Center
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Mustafa Saif
General practitioner
20 years of experience
5.0
1 review
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Dubai London Hospital

Mustafa Saif

General practitioner
20 years of experience

Dr. Mustafa Saif is an Internal Medicine Specialist with over 20 years of experience in the medical field.

His journey began in the year 2001 with a medical degree from MGM Medical College Mumbai, India. Building upon this foundation, he pursued specialised training with post-graduation in Internal Medicine from Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai and a diploma in haematology and bacteriology from HN Hospital, Mumbai. Additionally, he holds a diploma in Critical Care from Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai.

In 2019, Dr. Mustafa achieved Fellowship status with the Royal College of Physicians (UK), marking a significant milestone in his career. His expertise is particularly notable in managing acute medical emergencies, a skill honed during his tenure in the Emergency department at Rashid Hospital, Dubai. Before joining Dubai London Hospital, he worked for nine years at Aster Hospital Mankhool as a specialist in Internal Medicine and the Head of the Emergency department team including 12 emergency doctors and 30 nurses.
His professional interests extend to diverse areas including diabetes, infectious diseases, and haematology. Dr. Mustafa is also deeply committed to medical education. He is a dedicated teacher and mentor for the core medical training program of the Members of the Royal College of Physicians, UK. Moreover, he is recognised as a certified ACLS instructor, further enhancing his contributions to medical training and emergency care.

Dr. Mustafa has contributed to medical research by publishing a thesis on ‘Extrapyramidal Disorders in Chronic Liver Disease Patients with MRI and MR spectroscopic Correlation.’
His memberships in the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) in the UK signify his commitment to healthcare excellence on national and global scales.
Dr. Mustafa also expanded emergency protocols to cover acute coronary syndrome (ACS), stroke, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), and status asthmaticus, ensuring rapid responses and improved patient outcomes. Exemplifying his dedication to holistic patient care, beyond the hospital confines, he embarked on a remarkable journey to summit Mount Kilimanjaro, as a source of inspiration, physical and mental resilience for his patients. An article posted in Gulf News featured this accomplishment as a testament to promote fitness.
Dr. Mustafa Saif was recognized as a UAE frontline hero during the COVID-19 pandemic, honouring his dedication and sacrifices in the fight against the virus.

 

EXPERTISE:

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Communicable and non-communicable diseases
  • Diagnosis, treatment and/or management of Hypertension, Diabetes with complications, High Cholesterol, Metabolic Syndromes, Thyroid Disorders, Anaemia
  • Acute infective conditions involving various systems"
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Sebastian Keil
Radiation oncologist
20 years of experience
4.6
56 reviews
Germany, Solingen
Medical Center in Solingen

Sebastian Keil

Radiation oncologist
20 years of experience

Radiologist. Hear of the Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology

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4.6
56 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Radioiodine therapy $7356.23 - $7881.67
Radiofrequency ablation
Removal of duodenal polyp $262.72
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Antonia Artigues-barcelo
General practitioner
20 years of experience
5.0
1 review
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Dubai London Hospital

Antonia Artigues-barcelo

General practitioner
20 years of experience

Dr. Antonia Artigues-Barcelo is an Internal Medicine Consultant with more than 20 years of experience in the field of Internal Medicine.

After completing her Medical Degree from Universitat Autonoma in Barcelona, Spain, she acquired her Specialisation in Internal Medicine from Hospital Universitari Son Dureta and Hospital Clinic in Barcelona, both in Spain. She has extensive experience in Internal Medicine in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Before moving to the UAE, she was practicing in both private and government Hospitals in Spain, where she implemented different projects, including Autoimmune Systemic Diseases Unit, Palliative Care Unit, and a multidisciplinary management program of hip fractures in older patients. She was also the HOD in Internal Medicine Department.

Since she moved to the UAE, she has been working as an Internal Medicine Consultant in well-known Clinics and Hospitals in Dubai. She has also been an Adjunct Associated Professor at Mohammed Bin Rashid University (MBRU).

Her scope of expertise includes general internal medicine conditions, gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory diseases, anaemias, thyroid conditions, as well as, infection diseases, autoimmune systemic conditions and prevention, detection, and treatment of cardiovascular risk factors, such as hypertension, diabetes, or dyslipidaemia. She also carries out general check-ups.

She is a member of the Spanish Medical Council and the Internal Medicine Spanish Association, as well as, member of Middle East and North Africa Stroke Organization.

 

EXPERTISE:

  • Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • Respiratory Diseases
  • Anaemias
  • Thyroid Conditions
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Autoimmune Systemic Conditions
  • Hypertension
  • Diabetes
  • Dyslipidaemia
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