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Dr. Gursel Remzi Soybir is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Etiler Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in breast and thyroid surgery. Dr. Soybir previously served as the Head of the General Surgery Department at Namuk Kemal University. He treats patients at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the first JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

• Former Assistant Director of the Surgery Clinic at Haseki Hospital.
• He served as Head Assistant at the Taksim Hospital Surgery Clinic.
• Member of the National Surgery Society and the Izmir Breast Disease Association.
• Is a member of the Turkey Endoscopic–Laparoscopic Surgery Association.

Dr. Gokhan Ertas is a Professor of Cardiology at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has published 52 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Ertas treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, and heart valve disorders. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high success rates in cardiovascular care.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and Turkish Society of Cardiology.
• Performs heart valve replacement and coronary stenting.
• Completed a research fellowship at the Thorax Center in the Netherlands.
• Contributed to three medical books on cardiovascular medicine.

Dr. Mehmet Halis Cerci is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He gained significant experience during his specialized training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy. Dr. Cerci served as a medical officer for the Turkish Naval Forces Command before entering private practice. He treats a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and traumatic injuries.

• Practices at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Completed residency training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.
• Served as a medical officer in the Turkish Naval Forces.
• Expertise in general orthopedics and traumatology.

Dr. Turker Sahiner is a neurologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He is the founding president of the Alzheimer's Association Denizli Branch. Dr. Sahiner specializes in treating Alzheimer's disease and epilepsy. He works at the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

• Member of the International Society to Advance Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment.
• Holds membership in the Society for Neuroscience.
• Completed neurology specialization training at Ondokuz Mayis University.
• Member of the Turkish Brain Research and Neuroscience Association.

Dr. Seniz Ustundag is a certified orthodontics specialist at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She earned her doctorate from Marmara University with a focus on temporomandibular disorders. Dr. Ustundag treats complex dental alignment issues in children, teens, and adults.

• Performs orthodontic preparation for patients undergoing orthognathic surgery.
• Uses clear aligner systems including Invisalign First, Teen, and MA.
• Specially trained in lingual therapy and Roth techniques.
• Treats congenital conditions such as cleft lip and palate.

Dr. Yavuz Yalcin is an endocrinologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. He treats metabolic diseases and endocrine disorders. He holds a medical board certification in internal medicine. Dr. Yalcin also has a certification as a Hemodialysis Responsible Physician. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital, a global standard for medical safety.

• Published 8 international and 10 national research papers.
• Completed a fellowship in endocrinology and metabolic diseases at Ankara Numune.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
• Completed specialized training in thyroid and neck ultrasonography.

Dr. Fatima Bayramova is an endocrinologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She specialists in diabetes mellitus, thyroid diseases, and obesity. Dr. Bayramova completed residency training at both Hacettepe University and Istanbul University. She holds expertise in adrenal and pituitary disorders and osteoporosis management.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
• Researches correlations between bone marrow aspiration and biopsy results.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.
• Fluent in medical services for both adults and children.

The doctor is a highly experienced Nuclear Medicine Specialist with over two decades of clinical practice. Since 2003, the doctor has been providing specialized care at Memorial Ankara Hospital. Prior to this, the doctor served as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist at B. Erzincan State Hospital in 2003.

The doctor's medical career began in 1994, serving as a General Practitioner at Samsun Havza Seyhler Health Center. With a comprehensive background spanning general medicine and specialized nuclear diagnostic services, the doctor brings extensive expertise to the field of medical imaging and therapeutic nuclear medicine.

Dr. Erdem Akbal is a gastroenterologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital and Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. He has authored over 100 international indexed publications. Dr. Akbal completed specific training in interventional endoscopy at Jichi Medical University in Japan. He holds academic rank as a professor.

• Completed training for endoscopic ultrasound at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA.
• Trained in POEM and gastrointestinal motility at Amsterdam Medical Center.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

The doctor is a highly experienced Neurology Specialist with an extensive clinical background spanning over 15 years in major medical institutions across Türkiye. Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has provided expert neurological care at several prominent healthcare facilities, including Memorial Sisli Hospital and the Private Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital.

The doctor's professional journey includes significant clinical service at Sakarya Yenikent State Hospital and Ankara Occupational Diseases Hospital. With a consistent focus on neurology, the doctor has developed deep expertise in diagnosing and managing complex neurological conditions, maintaining a commitment to high-quality patient care and clinical excellence.

Dr. Sertac Demirel is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He focused on surgical care and oncology for over three decades. Dr. Demirel treats patients at a premier multidisciplinary medical center in Turkey.

• Serves as a General Surgery Specialist at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Former Assistant Head Physician at Memorial Hizmet Hospital.
• Expertise covers complex surgical interventions and oncological cases.
• Works at a facility with a 90% success rate in organ transplantation.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heves Sürmeli is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. She received her medical degree (M.D.) from Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2004. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2005–2010). She then completed subspecialty training in Medical Oncology at the same hospital (2014–2017).

At the same center, she served as a Medical Oncology Specialist (2017–2023). She then worked as Administrative and Clinical Director (2023–2026). Her clinical interests include breast, lung, gynecologic, gastrointestinal, and urologic cancers.

She has published many articles in international peer‑reviewed journals. She has presented at national and international conferences. She is active in professional societies. She has received several awards.

Dr. Mahir Mahirogullari is an orthopedic surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship in orthopedics and traumatology at Wake Forest University in the USA. Dr. Mahirogullari specializes in treating complex musculoskeletal injuries and joint conditions like arthrosis.

• Earned the Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology Best Verbal Declaration Award.
• Winner of multiple professional honors, including the Derviş Manizade and Altındağ Branch prizes.
• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sport Medicine.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to receive JCI accreditation.

Dr. Cemile Dilek Uysal is a dermatologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She graduated with honors from Akdeniz University. Dr. Uysal treats various skin conditions, including acne, eczema, and psoriasis. She also manages parasitic diseases such as scabies and hair disorders like alopecia.

• Specializes in medication therapy for acne and viral or bacterial skin diseases.
• Treats fungal infections and complex cases of chronic pruritus or itching.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility meeting high safety standards.
• Provides care at a center serving over 500,000 international patients annually.

Dr. Tumay Ipekci is a urology specialist and professor at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has authored over 60 articles in peer-reviewed medical journals. Dr. Ipekci serves on the editorial boards of Urology Research and Practice and the Mediterranean Medical Journal. He is a faculty member at Bahçeşehir University. His practice is based at a JCI-accredited hospital known for organ transplantation and robotic surgery.

• Member of the European Association of Urology (EAU) since 2006.
• Presented 36 scientific papers at national and international medical congresses.
• Active member of the Endourology Society and the Turkish Urological Association.
• Former associate professor at Başkent University Department of Urology.

The doctor is an experienced Associate Professor of General Surgery with a distinguished career spanning over a decade in leading medical institutions. Currently practicing at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the doctor has held significant academic and clinical positions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Science University, and Acibadem University Atakent Hospital.

With a strong background in general surgery, the doctor has progressed from a specialist role to an Associate Professor, demonstrating a commitment to clinical excellence and medical education. The doctor's career reflects extensive experience in high-volume hospital settings, focusing on surgical patient care and professional development within the field of general surgery.

Dr. Ilknur Erenler Bayraktar is a general surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal oncology, and laparoscopic techniques. Dr. Bayraktar earned her medical degree and residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa. She practiced at the Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease Institute in the USA.

• Holds European Board of Coloproctology (EBSQ-C) specialist certification.
• Completed clinical training at Klinikum rechts der Isar in Germany.
• Specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgical methods.
• Member of the European Society of Coloproctology and the European Surgical Society of Oncology.