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Dr. Erkan Cakir is a pediatric pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in treating acute and chronic respiratory problems in children. Dr. Cakir focuses on asthma, cystic fibrosis, and breathing disorders during sleep. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for high safety standards.

• Performs bronchoscopic diagnosis and specialized treatment procedures for young patients.
• Treats complex respiratory conditions including tuberculosis and chronic infections.
• Member of the European Respiratory Society (ERS).
• Served as a board member for the Pediatric Chest Diseases Association.

Dr. Nail Paksoy is an associate professor of medical oncology at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). Dr. Paksoy specializes in lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers. He uses modern immunotherapy and targeted therapy protocols. His clinic is JCI-accredited for high safety standards.

• Served as a subinvestigator in over 8 international clinical trials for Roche and Pfizer.
• Authored over 40 research articles in journals indexed by SCI and SSCI.
• Completed dual fellowships in allergy-immunology and medical oncology.
• Treats complex sarcomas and renal cell carcinomas with systemic therapies.

Dr. Ozan Beytemur is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in bone healing research. Dr. Beytemur holds the TOTBİD-TOTEK Board Certification. He serves as a Professor at Health Sciences University.

• Specialize in bone tumors, pediatric trauma, and complex fracture management.
• Served as Chief Physician at Istanbul Bağcılar Health Practice and Research Center.
• Published over 400 research articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic Association's Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Division.

Dr. Utku Zor is a cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He completed specialty training at the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center. Dr. Zor completed an echocardiography course at Harvard Medical School. He also holds a Level I Cardiac MRI certification.

• Specializes in advanced heart failure and preventive cardiology.
• Performs transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography.
• Treats patients with hypertension and chronic cardiac conditions.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility and Center of Excellence for cardiac surgery.

Dr. Adem Topcu is an interventional radiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He focuses on interventional neuroradiology and peripheral vascular procedures. Dr. Topcu earned his medical degree from Istanbul University. He later completed a radiology residency at Ankara Turgut Özal University. He performs complex non-vascular and oncological interventional radiology treatments.

• Specializes in advanced neuroradiology procedures since 2014.
• Held clinical roles at Haseki and Istanbul Training and Research Hospitals.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.
• Expertise includes MRI, X-ray, and ultrasound diagnostics.

Dr. Emre Merdan Fayda is a radiation oncologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He is a Professor of Medicine with a focus on MR Linac and 4D radiotherapy. Dr. Fayda completed specialized training in thoracic oncology and stereotactic radiotherapy in the USA. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized as a Center of Excellence for robotic surgery.

• Specializes in three-dimensional brachytherapy and IMRT for breast and lung cancers.
• Treats complex tumors of the central nervous system, head, neck, and skin.
• Maintains a consulting role for radiation oncology at international medical centers.
• Held academic and clinical leadership positions at Istanbul University Oncology Institution.

Dr. Gokhan Kursat Kara is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery, arthroplasty, and trauma and deformity correction. Dr. Kara graduated from Istanbul University. He has published research in journals like World Neurosurgery and The Spine Journal. He treats degenerative spine disease and complex vertebral fractures.

• Expertise in surgical methods for scoliosis and adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.
• Performs specialized procedures like hemivertebra resection and vertebral column resection.
• Developed surgical modifications for odontoid fractures and tendon repair.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus, which holds Center of Excellence status.

Dr. Birnur Yilmaz is a Professor of Radiology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on thorax and abdomen imaging along with cardiac CT angiography. Dr. Yilmaz has held academic roles at Okan University and underwent specialty training at Pamukkale University.

• Specializes in prostate imaging and pediatric radiology.
• Performs breast imaging, including mammography and diagnostic ultrasound.
• Conducts brain MRI, angiography, and computer tomography.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited hospital with a dedicated interventional radiology department.

Dr. Suleyman Bulent Bektaser is a professor of orthopedics at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in robotic knee prosthesis and complex joint replacement surgery. Dr. Bektaser serves as a lecturer and has published numerous scientific articles on skeletal trauma. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs robotic knee, hip, and shoulder arthroplasty.
• Treats orthopedic oncology cases and complex bone fractures.
• Expertise includes arthroscopy for sports injuries and hand surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and joint conditions.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Gok is an Associate Professor of General Surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic hernia repair and metabolic surgery. Dr. Gok has authored over 20 national and international scientific articles on surgical outcomes. He practices at a hospital with 95.4 out of 96.4 healthcare quality points.

• Certified in robotic colorectal surgery and laparoscopic hernia techniques on cadavers.
• Received specialized training from the European Hernia Society in Dubai.
• Served as a former Chief Physician at Silopi State Hospital.
• Editor of several medical books on oncological, hernia, and minimal invasive surgery.

Dr. Bengisu Ay is an infectious diseases specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on viral hepatitis, diabetic foot infections, and clinical microbiology. Dr. Ay has contributed to multi-center studies on antibiotic resistance and pathogen identification. She treats complex cases at a clinic that serves 350,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C and Mediterranean spotted fever.
• Authored research on epidermal growth factor for diabetic foot wounds.
• Former physician at Acipayam State Hospital and Bozyaka Training Hospital.
• Published international research on causative pathogens in bacterial infections.

Dr. Mustafa Yaman is a pulmonologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a former professor at Istanbul University with decades of expertise in lung health. Dr. Yaman served as a visiting professor at the University of Paris Rothschild Hospital. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung nodules and cancer.

• Manages complex respiratory cases including asthma, COPD, and interstitial lung diseases.
• Performs bronchoscopic procedures for precise lung diagnostics.
• Served as Medical Director at Kolan Hospital and Universal Hospitals Group.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Melahat Bekir Kulah is a pulmonologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in treating asthma, pneumonia, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Dr. Kulah won a Poster Award from the Turkish Thoracic Society for her research. Her work focused on the quality of life for patients with bronchiectasis. Dr. Kulah practices at a hospital that serves 350,000 patients annually.

• Expert in bronchiectasis, scoliosis-related lung function, and COPD exacerbations.
• Authored nearly 20 publications in international and national medical journals.
• Presents research at major global conferences like ATS and ERS.
• Uses ultrasound to evaluate diaphragm thickness and respiratory health.

Dr. Guven Sadi Sunam is a thoracic surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in chest diagnostics and complex thoracic conditions. Dr. Sunam completed his medical training and thoracic surgery residency at Selçuk University. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 600,000 patients annually.

• Performs CT scans of the thoracic and abdominal cavities.
• Conducts tumor marker blood tests for cancer screening.
• Provides specialized care for complex chest and lung disorders.
• Uses advanced PET-CT technology for five-minute full-body scans.

Education:

Marmara University, Istanbul Medical Faculty 1995 - 2002

Pulmonary .Specialty Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, Istanbul 2003-2008

Experience:

Pulmonary Specialist

Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, ISTANBUL

 2002‑ 2018.

Chief Assistant 

2011.

Associate Professor 

 2017.

Prof.Dr.

Yeni Yuzyıl University Faculty of Medicine Pulmonary Medicine Dep., Istanbul