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Dr. Serhat Seyhan is the Head Physician at the Genetic Disorders Evaluation Center in Istanbul. He is a medical genetics specialist based at Memorial Şişli Hospital. Dr. Seyhan completed his genetic training at Karadeniz Technical University. He also gained international perspective as a scholar at the University of Miami.

• Former Chair of the Department of Medical Genetics at Istanbul Medipol University.
• Served as Head Physician for genetic centers at two major Turkish university hospitals.
• Member of the medical team at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Expert in evaluating complex hereditary conditions and clinical genetic diagnostics.

Dr. Omer Necip Aytug is a gastrointestinal surgeon and gastroenterologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He has attained the rank of Professor and specializes in complex digestive tract procedures. Dr. Aytug treats conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and Barrett's esophagus. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that serves over 500,000 patients every year.

• Performs stomach, gallbladder, and small intestine resections.
• Expert in laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and duodenal polyp removal.
• Authored numerous papers and book chapters on gastroenterology.
• Conducts advanced diagnostics including capsule endoscopy and colonoscopy with biopsy.

Dr. Ozan Ali Erdal is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in treating cerebral palsy and osteogenesis imperfecta. He focuses on deformity correction and limb lengthening. Dr. Erdal performs complex surgeries for congenital bone deficiencies and hip dislocation. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 10,000+ patients annually.

• Specializes in clubfoot (PEV) treatment and height extension procedures.
• Treats pediatric fractures, malunions, and chronic foot deformities.
• Completed medical specialization at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa.
• Corrects congenital conditions like fibular hemimelia and bowlegs.

The doctor has a background in Nutrition and Dietetics, having completed a bachelor's degree from Gumushane University. They have professional experience working in various health and wellness centers, including Diettherapy Nutrition and Diet Counseling Center, Mestetik Aesthetics and Beauty Center, and Estetica Beauty and Aesthetic Center. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to fitness and dietary services at Academy Fitness and Zafiran Restaurant, focusing on diet therapy and nutritional counseling.

Dr. Servet Izci is a cardiologist with 24 years of clinical practice. He earned his MD at Fırat University (1996–2002). He completed a cardiology residency at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital (2010–2015). He worked as a consultant cardiologist at Kartal Koşuyolu (2015–2025) and Pendik Medical Park (2025–2026). He now practices at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2026–present). He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Clinical focus: coronary angiography and stenting via radial access. He also performs peripheral and carotid artery interventions. He manages arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and heart failure. Scientific output: three publications. Topics include catestatin as a predictor of mortality in acute pulmonary embolism, ECG changes during alcohol withdrawal, and the increased risk of high‑grade AV block in non‑O blood types.

Dr. Oya Ercan is a pediatric endocrinologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She founded the Adolescent Science Branch at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty. Dr. Ercan specializes in hormonal disorders in children and teenagers. She previously served as visiting Chief Resident at Middlesex Hospital in London.

• Current Head of the Department of Pediatric Endocrinology at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Treats a wide variety of pediatric endocrine and cellular conditions.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital, a leading center for specialized care.
• Holds nearly four decades of clinical experience in Turkish and British medical systems.

The doctor is a graduate of one of the premier dental schools in Istanbul. With a dedicated focus on restorative and aesthetic dentistry, the doctor is committed to providing high-quality dental care and improving patient smiles through professional clinical practice.

Dr. Burak Akbay is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed over 1,500 oculoplastic cases. Dr. Akbay is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO). He treats patients at a JCI-accredited medical center. This accreditation is a global gold standard for patient safety.

• Holds FEBO certification, a high mark of European professional quality.
• Completed residency training in ophthalmology at Pamukkale University.
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society.
• Specializes in complex eye and eyelid surgery.

Dr. Alihan Gurkan is a general surgeon at Memorial Antalya Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery. He completed high-level fellowships at The Mount Sinai Hospital and St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital. Dr. Gurkan previously led a Department of General Surgery for over a decade.

• Member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and Turkish Society of Surgery.
• Completed specialized US training in multi-organ transplantation and cardiovascular surgery.
• Performs bariatric and gastrointestinal procedures at a JCI-accredited facility.
• Treats various digestive conditions following international safety protocols.

Dr. Levent Kilickan is an anesthesiologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He achieved full professorship at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Kilickan focuses on cardiovascular anesthesia and organ transplantation. He works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

• Specializes in intensive care and regional anesthesia.
• Completed medical residency at Istanbul Taksim Hospital.
• Treats patients at a clinic serving over 500,000 people annually.
• Experienced in complex anesthesia for major cardiovascular surgeries.

Dr. Ali Irfan Emre Tekgunduz is a hematologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in bone marrow transplants and the treatment of complex blood diseases. Dr. Tekgunduz formerly served as the Deputy Head of Hematology at Ankara Oncological Hospital. He completed his medical training at Istanbul Medical University and Trakya University.

• Specialist in stem cell transplantation and internal medicine.
• Maintains membership in the European Hematological Association.
• Active member of the Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility, a US standard for patient safety.

Dr. Naci Erciyes Yagan is a surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in chest and cardiovascular surgery. He has worked at several major Turkish medical centers since 1990. Dr. Yagan currently treats patients at one of Turkey's first JCI-accredited hospitals.

• Serves as a cardiovascular surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Held senior surgical roles at Florence Nightingale Hospital.
• Practiced at Yedikule Pulmonary Diseases Hospital.
• Works at a facility with a 90% success rate for organ transplants.

Dr. Dilek Erkan is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She served as the Head of the Ophthalmology Department at Ondokuz Mayis University. Dr. Erkan began her medical practice in 1982. She works at the first hospital in Turkey to receive JCI accreditation.

• Former Head of Department at Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Medicine.
• Treats patients at Memorial Şişli, a center with 13 operating rooms.
• Served as a faculty member in ophthalmology for over 15 years.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

Dr. Deniz Gören is a hematologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in treating blood cancers and complex bone marrow disorders. Dr. Gören represents the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation. She completed selective medical training at Harvard University Faculty of Medicine.

• Treats leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and aplastic anemia.
• Completed a specialist masterclass in lymphoma at the Turkish Academy of Blood Science.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, which reports a 90% organ transplant success rate.
• Member of the Turkish Academy of Blood Science and the EBMT.