Acibadem Maslak Hastanesi

Education

• 2022: Istanbul Medeniyet University, Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine
• 2017: Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 2005 - 2010: St. Georg Austrian High School

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2022: Istanbul Avcılar Murat Kölük State Hospital / Specialist in Internal Medicine
• 2018 - 2022: Istanbul Göztepe Süleyman Yalçın City Hospital / Assistant in Internal Medicine
• 2017 - 2018: Istanbul Samatya Training and Research Hospital / General Practitioner

Education

• 2012: Specialty in Oral, Maxillofacial and Jaw Surgery, Medical Specialty Board
• 2011: Specialty in Hand Surgery, Medical Specialty Board
• 2004: Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• 1998: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2019: Acıbadem Healthcare Group

Specializations

• Aesthetic, Reconstructive and Plastic Surgery

Education

• 2023: Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey
• 2017: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Aesthetic, Reconstructive and Plastic Surgery

Education

• 2011 GATA / Anesthesiology and Reanimation - Algology
• 2011 Gülhane Military Medical Academy - Algology
• 2003 Gülhane Military Medical Academy - Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• 1995 Gülhane Military Medical Academy - Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2012 Acıbadem Healthcare Group

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• Turkish Algology Society

Publications

• Teksoz E., Dere K., Ozkan S., Dagh G. "Postthoracotomy Pain Syndrome Treatment with Pasha-Cath Application" Agn Journal.
• Dere K., Bicerer E., Ozkan S., Dagli G. "Ropivacaine-induced convulsion in a pregnant woman" Journal of Chinese Clinical Medicine.
• Teksoz E., Dere K., Ozkan S., Dagh G. "Pain treatment practice according to the WHO analgesic ladder in cancer patients: eight years experience of a single center" Agn.
• Orhan M.E., Bilgin F., Elgin A., Dere K., Gtizcldemir M.E. "Comparison of maternal and fetal effects of general and spinal anesthesia in elective cesarean sections" Gülhane Medical Journal.
• Purtuloglu T., Ozkan S., Teksoz E., Dere K., Sen H., Yen T., Dagli G. "Atrial fibrillation reverting to sinus rhythm with propofol injection during cardioversion" Turkish Anesthesiology and Reanimation Journal.
• Dere K., Sen H., Teksoz E., Yeyen S., Ozkan S., Dagli G. "Droperidol as an adjuvant in cervix cancer pain treatment" Journal of Chinese Clinical Medicine.
• Teksoz E., Dere K., Sen H., Akbas M., Ozkan S., Dagli G. "Percutaneous vertebroplasty Review" Journal of Chinese Clinical Medicine.
• Dere K., Akbas M. "Ecthyma gangrenosum-like lesions associated with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection" Hit Journal of Infectious Diseases.
• Sen H., Inangil G., Şahin L., Dere K., Ozkan S., Dagh G. "Cancer and Palliative Care" Turkey Clinics Journal of Surgical Medical Sciences.
• Dere K., Uyar M. "Use of paracetamol in the management of labor pain" Turkish Fertility Journal.
• Dere K., Dindar O., Yeyen S., Emirkadi H., Babacan A., Ozkan S., Dagli G. "..." (Further details available upon request)

Education

• 2016: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Urology
• 2008: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2022: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2017: Dr. Sadık Ahmet Hospital
• Istanbul Surgical Hospital
• Eurasia Hospital Gaziosmanpaşa

Memberships

• Urological Surgery Association

Education

• 2011: Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine
• 2003: Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Başkent University Faculty of Medicine
• 1997: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• 1991: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2009: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2009: Faculty Member, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine
• 1997 - 2009: Faculty Member, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Başkent University Faculty of Medicine
• 2003 - 2004: Pediatric Cardiovascular Anesthesiology Fellowship, Texas Children's Hospital
• 1997 - 1999: Specialist, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Başkent University Faculty of Medicine
• 1992 - 1997: Research Assistant, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1991 - 1992: Research Assistant, Department of Psychiatry, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• Society of Anesthesiologists and Reanimators
• European Association of Cardiothoracic Anesthesiologists (EACTA)
• The Transplantation Society
• Turkish Society of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• Resuscitation Society
• Turkish Medical Association

Publications

• Anesthesia during non-cardiac surgical procedures in children with congenital heart disease. Akpek EA. Acıbadem University Journal of Health Sciences 2010; 1 (4): 57-61
• Vascular catheterization is difficult in infants with Down syndrome. Acta Anaesthesiol Scand 2009; 53: 98-100
• Sulemanji D, Donmez A, Akpek EA, Alıç Y. ABO-Incompatible Blood Transfusion and Invasive Therapeutic Approaches During Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Case Report. Anesthesia and Analgesia 2008 107 (4): 1185-87
• Alıç Y, Akpek EA, Donmez A, Ozkan S, Yener G, Aslamacı S. Anesthetic experience with octogenarians undergoing cardiac surgery (letter). Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia 2008; 22 (4): 647-8
• Akpek EA, Camkiran A, Sezgin A. Brachial artery catheterization in congenital heart surgery (letter). Pediatric Anesthesia 2008; 18 (9): 895-6
• Akpek EA, Donmez A. Malposition of subclavian vein catheter due to undiagnosed persistent superior vena cava during pediatric cardiac surgery. Pediatric Anaesthesia 2008; 18: 1265-6
• Regional anesthesia in elderly patients undergoing carotid surgery: Report of a case series. Seminars in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia 2008; 12 (1): 29-32
• Aslım E, Akay T, Candan S, Ozkan S, Akpek E, Gültekin B. Malposition of subclavian vein catheter due to undiagnosed persistent superior vena cava during pediatric cardiac surgery. Pediatric Anaesthesia 2008; 18: 1265-6
• Akpek EA, Pirat A, Varan B, Mercan Ş. Our experience in cardiac transplantation in Baskent University. Transplantation Proceedings 2006; 38: 633-5

Languages

• Turkish (native)
• English (fluent)

Education

• 1997: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 1992: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• 1981 - 1987: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2011: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2009 - 2011: University of Maryland, Baltimore; Department of Anesthesiology, USA, Master's Degree
• 2008 - 2009: University of Maryland, The Shock, Trauma and Anesthesiology Research Organized Research Center (STAR-ORC) / Fellow
• 2007 - 2008: New York Medical College Pediatrics, USA, Master's Degree
• 2003 - 2007: University of Maryland, Department of Anesthesiology, Fellow
• 1997 - 2000: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Associate Professor
• 1993 - 1997: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Assistant Professor
• 1992 - 1993: Dr. Sami Ulus Obstetrics and Gynecology Children's Health and Diseases Training and Research Hospital

Memberships

• Society for Neuroscience (SFN)
• American Society of Anesthesiology (ASA)
• European Society of Anesthesiology (ESA)

Publications

• Dynamic three-dimensional scoring of cerebral perfusion pressure and intracranial pressure provides a Brain Trauma Index that predicts outcome in patients with severe traumatic brain injury. Journal of Trauma-Injury Infection & Critical Care J Trauma 2011; 70: 547-53 Kahraman S, Stansbury L, Hu P, Dutton RP, Stein DM, Scalea TM.
• Effects of FK506 and cyclosporin on calcium ionophore-induced mitochondrial depolarization and cytosolic calcium in astrocytes and neurons Journal of Neuroscience Research 2011 Kahraman S, Bambrick LL, Fiskum G.
• Heart rate and pulse variability are associated with intractable hypertension after severe traumatic brain injury Kahraman S, Dutton RP, Hu P, Stansbury L, Stein DM, Scalea TM. Journal of Neurosurgical Anesthesiology 2010; 22: 296-302.
• Automated measurement of "pressure times time dose" of intracranial hypertension best predicts outcome after severe traumatic brain injury Kahraman S, Dutton RP, Hu P, Aarabi B, Stein DM, Scalea TM. Journal of Trauma-Injury Infection & Critical Care 2010; 69: 110-118.
• Gabaergic mechanism of propofol toxicity in immature neurons Kahraman S, Zup SL, McCarthy MM, Fiskum G. Journal of Neurosurgical Anesthesiology 2008; 20:233-40.
• Anoxia-induced changes in pyridine nucleotide redox state in cortical neurons and astrocytes Kahraman S, Fiskum G. Neurochemical Research 2007; 32: 799-806.
• Mechanisms of impaired mitochondrial energy metabolism in acute and chronic neurodegenerative disorders Soane L, Kahraman S, Kristian T, Fiskum G. Journal of Neuroscience Research 2007; 85: 3407-15.
• Painful traumatic neuroma after a finger stick Kahraman S, Rezai SM, Dogu H, Sayan MA, Akar Z. Anaesthesia and Analgesia 2005; 100: 1414-5.
• Selective restoration of calcium coupling to muscarinic M3 receptors in contractile cultured, serum deprived airway myocytes Mitchell RW, Halayko AJ, Kahraman S, Solway J, Wylam ME. American Journal of Physiology: Lung Cell and Molecular Physiology 2000, 278:1091-1100.
• The effect of pre-induction clonidine on platelet aggregation during minor surgery Akpek AE, Kahraman S, Yaman A, Bulutcu E, Yavuzer S, Ozgen S. European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 1998; 54: 459-462.

Education

• 2003: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• 1998: Ege University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2004 - 2009: Private Istanbul Medicine Hospital
• 2009: Acıbadem Health Group

Memberships

• European Society of Anaesthesiology
• Minimal Invasive and Robotic Cardiovascular Surgery Association
• European Association of Cardiothoracic Anaesthesiologists
• Turkish Society of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• European Society of Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Therapy
• Intensive Care Society
• Regional Anesthesia Society
• Chest Cardiovascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care Society

Publications

• "ECMO Support and Renal Function and Hemodiafiltration." Türkiye Klinikleri Cardiology Special Journal. 2017;9(3):336-9.
• Koçyiğit M, Güllü AÜ, Şenay Ş, Alhan C. "Application of Carbon Dioxide Insufflation in Cardiac Surgery and Our Results." Chest Cardiovascular Anesthesia Journal. 2016;22(3):111-115.
• Koçyiğit M, Güllü AÜ, Koçyiğit ÖI, Şenay Ş, Akpek E, Alhan C. "Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery and Anesthesia Experience in a Patient with Deep Brain Stimulation." Acıbadem University Health Sciences Journal. 2015;6(1):43.
• Koçyiğit M, Akpek E, Güllü AÜ, Şenay Ş, Alhan C. "Cannulation in Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery." Chest Cardiovascular Anesthesia Journal. 2015;21(4):188-9.
• Koçyiğit M, Toraman F. "Cardiac Surgery and Anesthesia Without Blood Transfusion in Two Jehovah's Witness Patients." Chest Cardiovascular Anesthesia Journal. 2014;20(4):236-40.
• Koçyiğit M, Akpek E, Güllü AÜ, Şenay Ş, Alhan C. "Robotic Mitral Valve Replacement for Severe Rheumatic Mitral Disease: Perioperative Technique, Outcomes, and Early Results." Innovations. 2014;9:292-6.
• Senay S, Gullu AU, Kocyigit M, Değirmencioglu A, Kilic L, Karabulut H, Alhan C. "Hearing Loss After Spinal Anesthesia." Ege Medical Journal. 2013;52(3):172-4.
• Koçyiğit M, Ormancı N, Ertaş B, Akpek E: "Replacement of the Ascending Aorta for Severe Atherosclerosis During Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery." J Card Surg. 2012 Sep;27(5):538.

Education

• 2005: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• 1999: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• 1992: Anafartalar High School

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Health Group

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• Turkish Intensive Care Society

Publications

• "Formation of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula After Penetrating Thoracic Trauma." 44th Turkish Anesthesiology and Reanimation Congress (Antalya 2010 - Poster presentation)
• Güçyetmez B., Ayyıldız A., Akman H., Ogan A., Yalçın Güder B., Telci L. "Clinical Research on Intensive Care Nurses' Knowledge Related to Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia." Turkish Anesthesiology and Reanimation Journal 2010; 38(1):45-51
• Canan Akıncı, Nahit Çakar, Aykut Ayyıldız, H. Korkut Atalan, Aylin Ayyıldız. "To Evaluate Intensive Care Nurses' Knowledge of the Prevention of Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia" 16th International Intensive Care Symposium April-2007/Istanbul (Poster Presentation)
• Canan A. Nahit Ç. Aykut A., H. Korkut Atalan, Aylin A. "Effects of Various Artificial Ventilation Strategies on Ventilator-Associated Lung Injury in a Rat Model with Pneumonia and Elevated Intra-abdominal Pressure." XII. National Intensive Care Congress Poster Presentation (Kuşadası, Aydın, 2004) S. Kızılırmak, A. Ayyıldız, N. Çakar, A. Çağatay, M. Kaya, L. Telci, K. Akpir

Education

• 2011: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• 2002: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2019: Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2005: Doctorate in Audiology, Pennsylvania Salus University
• 2002 - 2005: Doctor of Audiology, Pennsylvania Salus University
• 2001: Master's in Audiology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• 1998 - 2001: Specialization in Audiology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• 1993 - 1998: Bachelor's in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• 1987 - 1993: Beyoğlu Anatolian High School

Work Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2007 - 2010: Istanbul Audiology Institute
• 2008 - 2009: Medical Park Hospital Cochlear Implant Center
• 2005 - 2008: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2005 - 2007: Sonamed Hearing and Balance Disorders Center
• 2005: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2002 - 2005: Pennsylvania College of Optometry School of Audiology
• 2002 - 2005: Pennsylvania College of Optometry School of Audiology
• 2002: American Institute of Balance
• 2001: Sonamed Hearing and Balance Center
• 1998 - 2001: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Memberships

• American Academy of Audiology
• The Mediterranean Society of Otology and Audiology
• The National Association for Future Doctors of Audiology
• Turkish Audiology and Speech Disorders Association

Publications

• "Factors Influencing the Outcome of Idiopathic Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss Treated with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy." Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 268(1): 41-47, 2010.
• Şefika Körpınar, Zeynep Alkan, Özgür Yiğit, Pelin Gör, Akın Savaş Toklu, Burak Çakır, Özlem Gedik Soyuyüce, Haluk Özkul.
• "Comparison of the Effectiveness of Vestibular Training Treatment and Canalith Repositioning Maneuvers in the Treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo." Turkish Archives of Otolaryngology Vol 46 No 1: 24-29, 2008.
• Nevzat Demirbilek, Zeynep Aklan, Özlem Gedik Soyuyüce, Zeynep Gence Gümüş, Özgür Yiğit.
• "Changes in Antioxidant System and Inner Ear due to the Diffusion Hypoxia during General Anesthesia." The Mediterranean Journal of Otology. Vol 4 Suppl 1, 2008.
• Zeynep Alkan Çakır, A. Tolga Sitilci, Özgür Yiğit, Emine Özyuvacı, Hafize Uzun, Şefika Körpınar, Özlem Gedik Soyuyüce, Ayşe Pelin Gör.
• "Negative Effect of Immediate Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Acute Acoustic Trauma." Otology & Neurotology 27: 478-483, 2006.
• Burak Ömür Çakır, İbrahim Ercan, Şenol Civelek, Şefika Körpınar, Akın Savaş Toklu, Özlem Gedik, Gökhan Işık, İbrahim Sayın, Suat Turgut.

Education

• 2005: Pennsylvania Salus University, Audiology
• 2002 - 2005: Pennsylvania College of Optometry, School of Audiology, Clinical Doctorate
• 2002: American Institute of Balance
• 2001: Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine, Audiology
• 1993 - 1998: Koç University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
• 1987 - 1993: Tevfik Fikret High School

Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2008 - 2009: Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital
• 2006: Istanbul Audiology Institute
• 2001 - 2006: Sonamed Hearing and Balance Center
• 2005: Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine, ENT Department

Memberships

• American Academy of Audiology
• Turkish Audiology and Speech Disorders Association

Education

• 2008: Associate Professor, Siyami Ersek Chest Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• 1998: Doctor, Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Cardiology
• 1986 - 1993: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 1993 - 2009: Siyami Ersek Chest Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• 2009: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2009: Deputy Chief of Cardiology, Siyami Ersek Hospital
• 2001 - 2009: Chief Assistant, Cardiology, Siyami Ersek Hospital

Specializations

• Interventional Cardiology
• Cardiac Imaging
• Arrhythmia, Pacemaker, and Electrophysiology

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Cardiology (TKD) Interventional Cardiology Working Group
• TKD Cardiac Imaging Working Group
• TKD Arrhythmia, Pacemaker, and Electrophysiology Working Group
• European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA)
• Turkish Cardiology Association
• European Society of Cardiology
• TKD Heart Failure Working Group

Publications

• Effects of high altitude and sea level on mean platelet volume and platelet count in patients with acute coronary syndrome. Alper AT, Sevimli S, Hasdemir H, Nurkalem Z, Güvenç TS, Akyol A, Çakmak N, Durmuş G, Gürkan K. J Thromb Thrombolysis. 2009 Apr;27(2): 130-4.
• Renal Artery Stenosis and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Increased Thrombotic Tendency and Severe Coronary Artery Disease Combination. Alper AT, Hasdemir H, Çakmak N, Nurkalem Z, Akyol A, Erdinler İ, Gürkan K. Hippocrates Cardiology, March 2008.
• Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome and Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis: an Uncommon Coincidence that can Cause Severe Hemodynamic Disturbance. Alper AT, Hasdemir H, Akyol A. Indian Pacing Electrophysiol J. 2008;8(4):304-7.
• Effects of radiofrequency catheter ablation on myocardial performance index and plasma NT-Pro-BNP levels in patients with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. Çakmak N, Sayar N, Çakmak M, Akyol A, Oğuz E, Eksik A, Alper AT, Hasdemir H, Yılmaz H, Erdinler İC. Echocardiography. 2008 Aug;25(7):692-8.
• Effect of cardiac resynchronization therapy on mean platelet volume. Acta Cardiol. 2008 Dec;63(6):735-9. Alper AT, Akyol A, Hasdemir H, Yıldırım A, Nurkalem Z, Güvenç TS, Çakmak N, Oğuz E, Erdinler İC, Gürkan K.
• The relationship between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and the severity of coronary artery disease in patients with metabolic syndrome. Alper AT, Hasdemir H, Şahin S, Ontürk E, Akyol A, Nurkalem Z, Çakmak N, Erdinler İ, Gürkan K. Turk Kardiyol Dem Ars. 2008;36(6):376-81.
• High sensitivity CRP levels predict atrial tachyarrhythmias in rheumatic mitral stenosis. Uçer E, Gungor B, Erdinler İC, Akyol A, Alper AT, Eksik A, Çakmak N, Gürkan K, Ulufer T. Ann Noninvasive Electrocardiol. 2008 Jan;13(1):31-8.
• Glue (toluene) abuse: increased QT dispersion and relation with unexplained syncope. Inhal Toxicol. 2008 Jan;20(1):37-41. Alper AT, Akyol A, Hasdemir H, Nurkalem Z, Güler O, Güvenç TS, Erdinler İ, Çakmak N, Eksik A, Gürkan K.
• Sol Ventriküler Apikal Divertikülün Eşlik Ettiği Hipertrofik Kardiyomyopatili Hasta. Alper AT, Hasdemir H, Güvenç T. S, Akyol A, Çakmak N, Erdinler İ. Medikal Network Kardiyoloji C:14 SA 2007.
• Kardiyak kanalopatiler ve kısa QT sendromları. Çakmak N, Erdinler İ, Akyol A. Türk Kardiyoloji Derneği Arşivi, 2007,35(3): 187-194.
• An electrocardiographic algorithm for determining the location of pacemaker electrode in patients with right bundle branch block configuration during permanent ventricular pacing. Okmen E, Erdinler İ, Oğuz E, Akyol A, Turek O, Canı N, Ulufer T. Angiology. 2006 Oct-Nov;57(5):623-30.

Education

• 2008 - Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Cardiology
• 2003 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2017 - Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor - Present
• 2015 - 2017 Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Assistant Professor
• 2013 - 2015 Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Instructor
• 2011 Acıbadem Health Group
• 2010 - 2011 Nusaybin State Hospital / Cardiology Specialist (Compulsory Service) / Specialist Doctor
• 2009 - 2010 Özdere Private Education Center Command / Cardiology Specialist (Military Service) / Medical Lieutenant

Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association
• Turkish Society of Cardiology

Publications

• Değirmencioğlu A, Koç ES. "Artificial intelligence in echocardiography: Review and limitations including epistemological concerns". Echocardiography. 2022 Aug;39(8):1044-1053. doi: 10.1111/echo.15417. Epub 2022 Jul 9. PMID: 35808922.
• Karakuş G, Değirmencioğlu A, Nanda NC. "Comparison of Pericardiocentesis in Post-Cardiac Surgery and Nonsurgical Patients with Pericardial Tamponade". Braz J Cardiovasc Surg. 2022 Aug 16;37(4):488-492. doi: 10.21470/1678-9741-2020-0714. PMID: 35072404; PMCID: PMC9423801.
• Değirmencioğlu A, Karakuş G, Zencirci E, Güllü AÜ, Şenay Ş. "Impact of proactive low-molecular weight heparin therapy on outcomes in COVID-19". Bratisl Lek Listy. 2021;122(8):582-589. doi: 10.4149/BLL_2021_093. PMID: 34282625.
• Gormez S, Gumusel HK, Ekicibasi E, Degirmencioglu A, et al. "Atrial fibrillation treatment: comparison of cryoablation and radiofrequency ablation methods". Türkiye Klinikleri Kardiyoloji-Özel Konular. 2021;14(1):20-25.
• Değirmencioğlu A, Akyol A. "An analysis of the learning curve for robotic-assisted mitral valve repair". J Card Surg. 2021 Feb;36(2):624-628. doi: 10.1111/jocs.15281. Epub 2021 Jan 5. PMID: 33403721.
• Güllü AÜ, Senay S, Kocyigit M, Zencirci E, Akyol A, Degirmencioglu A, et al. "Comparison of hypertension prevalence and the use of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system blockers in hospitalized patients with COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 viral pneumonia". Turk Kardiyol Dern Ars. 2021 Jun;49(4):286-292. doi: 10.5543/tkda.2021.87750. PMID: 34106062.
• Görmez S, Erel Kırışoğlu C, Ekicibaşı ME, Değirmencioğlu A, et al. "A randomized trial of flow-mediated dilation to prevent radial artery spasm during transradial approach". Minerva Cardioangiol. 2021 Jan 11. doi: 10.23736/S0026-4725.20.05463-8. Online ahead of print. PMID: 33427425.
• Zencirci E, Esen Zencirci A, Degirmencioglu A. "Association between renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitor treatment, neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio, D-Dimer and clinical severity of COVID-19 in hospitalized patients: a multicenter, observational study". J Hum Hypertens. 2020 Aug 24:1-10. doi: 10.1038/s41371-020-00405-3. Online ahead of print. PMID: 32839534.
• Gormez S, Ekicibasi E, Degirmencioglu A, et al. "Application of cryoablation for the treatment of atrial fibrillation in patients undergoing cardiac surgery: Our mid-term results". Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2018;26(1):8-13.

Education

• 1994: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Cardiology
• 1991: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine
• 1983: Ege University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2019: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2012 - 2019: Private Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital
• 2011 - 2012: Medical Park Hospital-Gebze
• 2011: German Hospital-Çamlıca
• 2010 - 2011: Medical Park Hospital-Göztepe
• 2001 - 2010: Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine / Department of Cardiology
• 1991 - 2001: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine / Department of Cardiology
• 1987 - 1991: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine / Department of Internal Medicine
• 1985 - 1987: Ayşekadın Health Center-Edirne / Mandatory Service
• 1984 - 1985: GATA / Department of Dermatology-Ankara / Military Service
• 1983 - 1984: Aşıkzülali Village Health Center-Posof-Ardahan / Mandatory Service

Memberships

• European Society of Cardiology
• Turkish Medical Association
• European Association of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
• Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Acute Cardiovascular Care
• Membership of European Society of Cardiology
• Thrombosis, Hemostasis and Angiology Society
• Turkish Society of Cardiology Interventional Cardiology Union
• Turkish Society of Cardiology Hypertension Working Group
• Turkish Society of Cardiology Lipid Working Group
• Turkish Society of Cardiology Coronary Heart Disease Working Group

Publications

• Telmisartan decreases atrial electromechanical delay in patients with newly diagnosed essential hypertension. J Electrocardiol 2012; 45: 123-128
• Echocardiographic epicardial fat thickness is associated with carotid intima-media thickness in patients with metabolic syndrome. Echocardiography 2011; 28: 853-858
• Acute alcohol consumption is associated with increased interatrial electromechanical delay in healthy men. Cardiol J 2011; 18: 682-686
• Assessment of atrial conduction time in patients with coronary artery ectasia. Pacing Clin Electrophysiol 2011; 34: 1468-1474
• Relationship between hemorheology and Glu(298)Asp polymorphism of endothelial nitric oxide synthase gene in patients with coronary artery disease. Mol Biol Rep 2010; 37: 171-178
• Decreased plasma adiponectin concentrations in patients with syndrome X. Acta Cardiol 2010; 65: 217-220
• Body fat distribution in childhood obesity: association with metabolic risk factors. Indian Pediatr 2008; 45: 457-462
• Is elevated serum ceruloplasmin level associated with increased risk of coronary artery disease? Can J Cardiol 2008; 24: 209-212
• Metabolic syndrome in childhood obesity. Indian Pediatr 2007; 44: 657-662
• Effect of obstructive sleep apnea on aortic elastic parameters: relationship to left ventricular mass and function. Circ J 2006; 70: 737-743
• Improved endothelium dependent vasodilation in endurance athletes and its relation with ACE I/D polymorphism. Circ J 2005; 69: 1105-1110
• Assessment of percutaneous coronary intervention on regional and global left ventricular function in patients with chronic total occlusions. Can J Cardiol 2005; 21: 275-280
• Relationship between paraoxonase-1 (PON1) activity and lipoprotein (a) levels in Turkish coronary artery disease patients living in the Antalya region. Eur J Cardiovasc Prev Rehabil 2005; 12: 185-186
• Association between paraoxonase-1 (PON1) activity and lipid peroxidation indicators levels in people living in Antalya region with angiographically documented coronary artery disease. Clin Cardiol 2004; 27: 426-430
• Heart rate variability in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatol Int 2004; 24:198-202
• Comparison of initial and long-term follow-up of heparin-coated Jostent with conventional NIR stent. Jpn Heart J 2003; 44: 889-98
• Effect of beta-blockers on QT dispersion and ventricular late potentials in patients with acute myocardial infarction receiving thrombolytic therapy. Acta Cardiologica 2003; 58: 3
• Mechanical complications of intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation. Int J Cardiol 1999; 70: 69-73
• Concomitant use of intraaortic balloon counterpulsation and streptokinase in acute anterior myocardial infarction. Angiology 1999; 50: 465-471
• Late results of combined percutaneous balloon valvuloplasty of mitral and tricuspid valves. Cathet Cardiovasc Diagn 1998; 45: 246-250
• Effect of intraaortic balloon counter-pulsation on QT dispersion in acute anterior myocardial infarction. Int J Cardiol 1998; 65: 169-172
• Erythrocyte selenium-glutathione peroxidase activity is lower in patients with coronary atherosclerosis. Jpn Heart J 1997; 38: 793-798
• Do multiple stents multiply the risk for restenosis in acute coronary syndromes? Eur Heart J 1997; 18: 484
• Comparative clinical and angiographic analysis of the initial efficacy and long-term follow-up of Wiktor stent implantation with conventional balloon angioplasty. Jpn Heart J 1997; 38: 625-635.

Education

• 2008: Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Cardiology
• 2002: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2013: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2009 - 2010: Ankara Etimesgut Regional Hospital

Scientific Publications

• Aspirin: from a historical perspective. FG, Arslan AH, Korkmaz S, Filizcan U, Cicek S. / Recent Pat Cardiovasc Drug Discov. 2012 Apr; 7(1): 71-6. Review.
• Uguriucan M, Caglar IM, Caglar FN, Ziyade S, Karatepe O, Yiidiz Y, Zencirci E, Uguriucan. Coronary artery bypass grafting in a patient with gout arthritis. J Cardiovasc Dis Res. 2012 Jan; 3(1): 52-4. doi: 10.4103/0975-3583.91591.
• Uguriucan M, Filizcan U, Caglar IM, Zencirci E, Kaya E, Es MU, Gurol T, Yildiz Y. Echocardiography in imaging an extremely rare cause of extrinsic pulmonary stenosis rapidly progressive primary mediastinal embryonal carcinoma. Ann Thorac Surg. 2012 Nov; 94(5): e113-4. doi: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2012.04.126.
• Zencirci E, Gündüz S, Zencirci AE, Gündüz N, Gol G, Uguriucan M. Right coronary artery aneurysm with right atrial fistula. Eren E. / J Card Surg. 2011 Jul; 26(4): 381-2. doi: 10.1111/j.1540-8191.2011.01251.x.
• Filizcan U, Uguriucan M, Zencirci E, Caglar IM, Filik ME, Cetemen S, Aydogan H, Sahin S. Pressure-regulated tepid blood reperfusion in patients undergoing emergency coronary revascularization after myocardial infarction. Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann. 2010 Aug; 18(4): 402-3. doi: 10.1177/0218492310374777.
• Uguriucan M, Zencirci E, Selimoglu O, Basaran M, Ogus TN, Isik O. eComment: In situ basilic vein bypass from the axillary artery to brachial artery for upper extremity arterial reconstruction. Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg.
• Uguriucan M, Zencirci E, Caglar IM, Filik EM. Longitudinal left ventricular systolic function is impaired in patients with coronary slow flow. Int J Cardiovasc Imaging. 2009 Jan; 25(1): 25-32. doi: 10.1007/s10554-008-9341-1. Epub 2008 Jul 15.
• Nurkalem Z, Gorgulu S, Uslu N, Orhan AL, Alper AT, Erer B, Zencirci E, Aksu H, Eren M. The role of pulmonary strain and Doppler parameters in estimating pulmonary artery pressure. MN Cardiology, vol: 16, issue: 2, 2009.
• Ozer Soylu, Ertugrul Zencirci, Selcuk Yazici, Ender Ozgün Cakmak, Ugur Findikcioglu, Ahmet Lütfi Orhan, Aydin Yildirim, Tuna Tezel. Endothelial nitric oxide synthase gene (T-786C) polymorphism in patients with slow coronary flow. Coron Artery Dis. 2008 Mar; 19(2): 85-8. doi: 10.1097/MCA.0b013e3282f52940.
• Nurkalem Z, Tangurek B, Zencirci E, Alper AT, Aksu H, Erer B, Gorgulu S, Ciloglu F, Eren M. Cardiac resynchronization improves coronary blood flow. Tohoku J Exp Med. 2007 Jan; 211(1): 43-7.

Education

• 2012: University of Vienna, Department of Cardiology, Austria / Research Assistant, Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging Laboratory
• 2010: Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic, Cardiac and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Cardiology
• 2006: University of Birmingham, Department of Cardiology, Alabama, USA / Research Assistant, Echocardiography Laboratory
• 2004: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2020: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2012: Acıbadem Healthcare Group / Currently

Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association
• Turkish Society of Cardiology
• International Society of Cardiac Ultrasound

Education

• 2006: Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Heart and Vascular Surgery
• 2001: Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2010: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2008 - 2009: Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• 2006 - 2008: Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Publications

• Comparison of ultrasonically activated scalpel and traditional technique in radial artery harvesting; an electron microscopic evaluation. Anadolu Kardiyol Derg. 2011; 11: 250-6.
• Dumantepe M, Kehlibar T, Gullu AU, Arslan Y, Yılmaz M, Berköz K, Tarhan IA, Ozler. Central Venous Catheter Related Stenosis and Thrombosis of Superior Vena Cava: An Update of Treatment Strategies. Turkiye Klinikleri J Cardiovasc Sci 2010;22(3):344-51.
• Gullu AU, Senay S. Readmission to intensive care unit after fast track cardiac surgery; an analysis of risk factors and outcome according to the type of operation. Heart Surgery Forum 2010; 13: 1-6.
• Toraman F, Senay S, Gullu AU, Karabulut H, Alhan C. Acute type A aortic dissection complicated with left main coronary obstruction detected by transesophageal echocardiography. Arch Turk Soc Cardiol 2010; 38(3): 211-4.
• Gullu AU, Nurkalem Z, Akcar M. Stentless bioprosthesis provided excellent hemodynamic performance in a military scuba diver with infective endocarditis. Mil Med. 2009;174:770-2.
• Successful Treatment of Infected Left Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm Related to Empyema. A.Umit Gullu, Yara Banz, Thierry Carrel, Jurg Schmidli. The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology. 2009;9:351-2.
• Acute type A aortic dissection complicated with left main coronary obstruction detected by transesophageal echocardiography. Ahmet Umit Gullu, Zekeriya Nurkalem, Murat Akcar, Mehmet Eren. Turk Kardiyol Dern Ars. 2009; 35:40-42.
• Iliac Arterial Intussusception From an Aortic Endoclamp Catheter. B. Kaan Inan, Alper Ucak, Ahmet Umit Gullu, Ahmet Turan Yılmaz. Ann Thorac Surg. 2009;88:262-263.
• Preserved Pleural Integrity Provides Better Respiratory Function and Pain Score After Coronary Surgery. Journal of Cardiac Surgery 2009; 24: 299-300.
• Gullu AU, A.Ekinci, M.Ates, M.Kızılay, A.Arnaz, M.Akcar. Safety of Unilateral Antegrade Cerebral Perfusion at 22 degrees C Systemic Hypothermia. Heart Surg Forum 2008; 11: 184-7.
• Sanioglu S, Sokullu O, Ozay B, Gullu AU, Sargin M, Albeyoglu S, Ozgen A, Bilgen F. Abdominal aortic aneurysm with rupture into the inferior vena cava. Ates M, Ciloglu U, Gullu AU, Dağsali S, Yekeler I. Anadolu Kardiyol Derg. 2008;8:90.
• Which temperature is better in acute type A aortic dissection? Ates M, Gullu AU. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg. 2007;31:138-144.
• Is Single or Double Aortic Clamping Safer in Terms of Cerebral Outcome During Coronary Bypass Surgery? Mehmet A., Mustafa Y., Ahmet U. Gullu, Yavuz S., Mehmet K., Murat A. Int Heart J 2006;47:185-192.
• Evaluation of risk factors associated with femoral pseudoaneurysms after cardiac catheterization. Ates M, Sahin S, Konuralp C, Gullu U, Cimen S, Kizilay M, Gunay R, Sensoz Y, Akcar M. J Vasc Surg. 2006;43:520-4.
• Which is more appropriate for right axillary artery cannulation in acute type A aortic dissection - directly or with graft? Ates M, Gullu AU. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg. 2006;30:815-6.

Education

• 2010: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 1997: Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professor
• 1991: Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Cardiovascular Surgery
• 1978 - 1984: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2008: Acıbadem Health Group
• 1998 - 1999: Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Clinical Chief
• 1997 - 1998: Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Associate Professor
• 1991 - 1997: Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Chief Assistant
• 1986 - 1991: Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Assistant Doctor

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery (TKCD)
• European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS)
• European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery (ESCVS)
• The Cardiothoracic Surgery Network (CTSNET)

Publications

• Efficiency of preoperative tranexamic acid in coronary bypass surgery; an analysis correlated with the use of preoperative clopidogrel. Senay S, Toraman F, Karabulut H, Alhan C. Heart Surg Forum 2010;13(3):E149-54
• Cardiac lymphoma; case presentation and review. Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine Journal 2010;1:241-244
• Endovascular treatment of occlusive abdominal aortic thrombosis. Alhan C, Karabulut H, Senay S, Cagil H, Toraman F. Heart Vessels 2010;25(1):70-2
• Readmission to intensive care unit after fast track cardiac surgery; an analysis of risk factors and outcome according to the type of operation. Toraman F, Senay S, Gullu U, Karabulut H, Alhan C. Heart Surg Forum 2010;13(4):E212-7
• Treatment of delayed retrograde dissection after endovascular stenting of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm: graft-to-endograft anastomosis. Karabulut H, Senay S, Toraman F, Alhan C. Heart Surg Forum. 2009 Jan;12:E61-2
• Is it the patient or the physician that cannot tolerate anemia? A prospective analysis in 1854 non-transfused coronary surgery patients. Senay S, Toraman F, Karabulut H, Alhan C. Perfusion 2009;24(6):373-80
• Continuous arterial pressure waveform analysis accurately detects cardiac output in cardiac surgery: a prospective comparison with thermodilution, echocardiography, and magnetic resonance techniques. Senay S, Toraman F, Gelmez S, Dağdelen S, Karabulut H, Alhan C. Heart Surg Forum. 2009 Apr;12:E75-8
• Endovascular treatment of rapidly expanding thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm after surgical repair of acute type A dissection. Senay S, Alhan C, Karabulut H, Toraman F, Cagil H. Ann Thorac Surg 2008 Feb; 85(2): 636-8
• The impact of allogenic red cell transfusion and coated bypass circuit on the inflammatory response during cardiopulmonary bypass: a randomized study. Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg. 2009 Jan;8:93-9. Epub 2008 Sep 18

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2008: Acıbadem University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery / Assistant Professor
• 2005: Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery
• 1994 - 2000: Ege University, Faculty of Medicine
• 1991 - 1994: İzmir Science High School

Experience

• 2012: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2008 - 2009: Leipzig Heart Center, Visiting Fellowship
• 2005 - 2007: Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• 2000 - 2005: Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Assistant Physician

Memberships

• The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery
• European Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• The Cardiothoracic Surgery Network

Publications

• Endovascular treatment of occlusive abdominal aortic thrombosis. Heart Vessels 2010;25(1):70-2
• Efficiency of preoperative tranexamic acid in coronary bypass surgery; an analysis correlated with use of preoperative clopidogrel. Senay S, Toraman F, Karabulut H, Alhan C. Heart Surg Forum. 2010 Jun 1;13(3):E149-54
• Readmission to intensive care unit after fast track cardiac surgery; an analysis of risk factors and outcome according to the type of operation. Heart Surg Forum 2010;13(4):E212-7
• Continuous arterial pressure waveform analysis accurately detects cardiac output in cardiac surgery: A prospective comparison with thermodilution, echocardiography, and magnetic resonance techniques. Heart Surg Forum 2009;12(2):E75-8.
• Is it the patient or the physician who cannot tolerate anemia? A prospective analysis in 1854 non-transfused coronary artery surgery patients. Perfusion. 2009 Nov;24(6):373-80
• The impact of allogenic red cell transfusion and coated bypass circuit on the inflammatory response during cardiopulmonary bypass: A randomized study. Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg 2009;8(1):93-9
• Preserved pleural integrity provides better respiratory function and pain score after coronary surgery. J Card Surg 2009;24(4):374-8
• Treatment of delayed retrograde aortic dissection after endovascular stenting of descending aorta; graft to endograft anastomosis. Heart Surg Forum 2009;12(1):E61-2
• Endovascular treatment of rapidly expanding thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm after surgical repair of acute type A dissection. Ann Thorac Surg 2008;85(2):636-8
• Alterations in the release of bronchiale and pulmonary function after cardiopulmonary bypass in patients with normal and decreased respiratory capacity. Turkish J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2008;16(2):74-79

Languages

• Turkish (Native)
• English (Fluent)

Education

• 2023: Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professorship in Heart and Vascular Surgery
• 2021: Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Heart and Vascular Surgery / Deputy Chief Physician
• 2019: Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Heart and Vascular Surgery
• 2013: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2021: Deputy Chief Physician, Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• 2021: Chair of the Academic Board, Chair of the Clinical Research Committee, Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• 2021: Specialist Physician in Heart and Vascular Surgery, Istanbul Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training Research Hospital
• 2019 - 2021: Specialist Physician in Heart and Vascular Surgery, Bitlis Tatvan State Hospital
• 2019: Internship at University of Debrecen Medical and Health Sciences Center, Pediatrics Clinic, Debrecen, Hungary
• 2019: Editorial Assistant, Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
• 2018: Observership with Dr. Patrick Perier at Rhön-Klinikum Bad Neustadt, Heart Surgery Clinic, Bad Neustadt/Saale, Germany
• 2015: Observership at Montefiore Heart Center, Heart Failure Clinic, Albert Einstein University, New York, USA
• 2013 - 2014: General Practitioner, Yakacık Maternity and Children's Hospital
• 2010: Internship at CHU Estaing Internal Medicine Clinic, Clermont-Ferrand, France

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Society
• European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery

Publications

• 24th hour vasoactive inotrope score is associated with poor outcome in adult cardiac surgery. Rev Assoc Med Bras. 2023 May
• The Association of Lower Perioperative Mean Arterial Pressure and Primary Failure in Distal Radiocephalic Arteriovenous Fistula Operations. 2023
• May myocardial work predict the risk of cardiomyopathy in patients with premature ventricular complex? Açta Cardiol. 2023 Aug
• Robot-Assisted Minimally Invasive Multivessel Coronary Bypass Guided by Computerized Tomography. 2023 Jun
• Echocardiographic assessment of pulmonary capillary wedge pressure in patients with frequent premature ventricular complexes. Echocardiography. 2023 Jun
• Assessment of atrial conduction times in patients with frequent premature ventricular complex. J Arrhythm. 2023 Jan
• The Utility of Risk Scores in Postcardiotomy Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. Perfusion. 2023 Jan
• Culprits for Retrosternal Deformation After Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery. Brazilian Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery. 2022 May
• Could premature ventricular contractions lead to atrial remodeling? Echocardiography. 2022 Dec
• Do thromboembolic events increase in the emergency department during COVID-19 era? Cardiovasc Surg Int. 2020 Jul 28

Languages

• Turkish (native)
• English (proficient)

Education

• 2020: Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Heart and Vascular Surgery
• 2014: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2020 - 2022: Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital, Specialist in Heart and Vascular Surgery
• 2015 - 2020: Dr. Siyami Ersek Training and Research Hospital, Assistant Physician
• 2014 - 2015: Antakya State Hospital, General Practitioner

Memberships

• European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery
• National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association
• Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

Publications

• "Critical limb ischemia patients clinically improving with medical treatment have lower neutrophil-to-lymphocyte and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratios" Vascular. 2021 Dec;29(6):920-926. doi: 10.1177/1708538120986294. Epub 2021 Jan 11. Erdoğan SB, Selçuk ÜN, Baştopçu M, Arslanhan G, Çakmak AY, Kuplay H, Mete EM, Aka SA.
• "Cost of Healthcare Associated With Deep Vein Thrombosis in Patients Treated With Warfarin in Turkey: 2010-2013 Database Analysis of a Tertiary Care" Value Health Reg Issues. 2019 Sep;19:81-86. doi: 10.1016/j.vhri.2019.03.007. Epub 2019 Jun 27. Sargin M, Erdoğan SB, Bastopcu M, Arslanhan G, Tasdemir MM, Orhan G.
• "The neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio and the platelet-lymphocyte ratio correlate with thrombus burden in deep venous thrombosis." J Vasc Surg Venous Lymphat Disord. 2020 May;8(3):360-364. doi: 10.1016/j.jvsv.2019.05.007. Epub 2019 Aug 9. Kuplay H, Erdoğan SB, Bastopcu M, Arslanhan G, Baykan DB, Orhan G.
• "A case of a large Chiari network mimicking a right atrial thrombus." North Clin Istanb. 2017 Oct 18;4(3):270-272. doi: 10.14744/nci.2017.76094. eCollection 2017. Erdoğan SB, Akansel S, Sargın M, Mete MET, Arslanhan G, Aka SA.

Education

• 2023: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Diseases
• 2016: Trakya University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Health Group

Education 2008 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Medical Microbiology 2008 University of Paris Bicetre Hospital Bacteriology and Virology Department - Research Laboratory researcher 2006 - 2007 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Microbiology and Clinical Microbiology Department - Molecular Biology Laboratory researcher 2005 - 2006 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Microbiology and Clinical Microbiology Department - Molecular Biology Laboratory researcher 2004 - 2005 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Microbiology and Clinical Microbiology Department - Anaerobic Bacteria Laboratory researcher 2002 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Work Experience 2022 Acıbadem Healthcare Group 2020 Istanbul Medipol University International Faculty of Medicine, Doctor Faculty Member and responsible for the Bağcılar Medipol Mega Microbiology Laboratory - Currently 2019 - 2020 SYNLAB Istanbul Medical Microbiology Specialist 2019 - 2020 Istinye University Faculty of Pharmacy Pharmaceutical Microbiology Department Doctor Faculty Member 2019 - 2020 Istinye University Faculty of Pharmacy Pharmaceutical Microbiology Department Doctor Faculty Member 2016 - 2019 Istinye University Faculty of Medicine Medical Microbiology Department Doctor Faculty Member, Founder and Responsible of Microbiota Laboratory, Ethics Committee Member 2013 - 2016 Bahçeşehir University Faculty of Medicine Medical Microbiology Department Assistant Professor, Education Committee Member, Ethics Committee Member, Term 3 Responsible 2012 - 2013 Anadolu Health Center Microbiology Laboratory Specialist Physician 2011 - 2012 Acıbadem LabMed Specialist Physician and Responsible Specialist at International Hospital Istanbul 2008 - 2011 Fatsa State Hospital Laboratory and Transfusion Center Responsible (Compulsory Service) 2008 Anadolu Health Center Microbiology Laboratory Specialist Physician 2001 Pediatric internship at Nippon Medical School through student exchange program (TURK-MSIK) 1999 General Surgery Internship at Izhevsk Medical Faculty (TURK-MSIK) Memberships Turkish Microbiology Society SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS Detection of human bocavirus DNA by polymerase chain reaction in children and adults with acute respiratory tract infections. 2006 Mikrobiyol Bul. 2010 Jul;44(3):405-413 Midilli K, Yılmaz G, Türkoğlu S, Iskanova B, Ergin S, Yarımcam F, Ozdamar M, Gürol Y, Taştan Y, Altaş K. Abiotrophia defectiva: a rare cause of infective endocarditis Yemisen M, Koksal F, Mete B, Yarimcan F, Okcun B, Kucukoglu S, Samasti M.

Education

• 2014: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Biochemistry
• 2009: Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2023: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2021 - 2023: ISU GOP Medical Park Hospital
• 2020 - 2021: Private Marmaris Yücelen Hospital
• 2017 - 2020: Sivas Numune Hospital
• 2014 - 2016: Sivas State Hospital

Memberships

• Clinical Biochemistry Specialists Association
• Turkish Biochemistry Society
• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Turkish Medical Association

Publications

• 1. Effect of Static Magnetic Field on Oxidant/Antioxidant Parameters in Cancerous and Noncancerous Human Gastric Tissues. Scientifica (Cairo). 2016;2016:8608462. doi: 10.1155/2016/8608462. Epub 2016 May 30.
• Öztürk B, Durak ZE, Büber S, Kocaoğlu EH.
• 2. Aqueous Extracts of Celandine, Red Clover, Flax Seed and Coriander Inhibit Adenosine Deaminase Enzyme Activity in Cancerous Human Gastric Tissues. American Journal of Food Science and Health, Vol. 1, No. 2, 2015, pp. 51-56.
• Zahide E. Durak, Suleyman Buber, Ender H. Kocaoglu, Bahadir Ozturk.
• 3. Adenosine deaminase and dipeptidyl peptidase-IV activities in cancerous and non-cancerous human colon and gastric tissues. ChemXpress, 8(2), 82-87, (2015).
• Durak ZE, Büber S, Kocaoğlu EH, Öztürk B.
• 4. Aqueous extract from curcuma longa inhibits adenosine deaminase activity significantly in cancerous and noncancerous human gastric and colon tissues. Food and Nutrition Report, 2015.
• ZE Durak, S Buber, E Devrim, H Kocaoglu.
• 5. Effects of Aqueous Extracts from Grape and Grape Seed on Adenosine Deaminase Activity in Cancerous and Non-cancerous Human Gastric and Colon Tissues. F Nutr Reprt, 1(2): 6-9. doi: https://doi.org/10.24218/fnr.2015.0.
• Durak ZE, Büber S, Kocaoğlu EH, Öztürk B.
• 6. Aqueous extract from taxus baccata inhibits adenosine deaminase activity significantly in cancerous and noncancerous human gastric and colon tissues. Pharmacogn Mag. 2014 Apr;10(Suppl 2):S214-6. doi: 10.4103/0973-1296.133232.
• Durak ZE, Büber S, Devrim E, Kocaoğlu H, Durak I.
• 7. Static magnetic field inhibits 5'' nucleotidase activity in cancerous and non-cancerous human gastric tissues. Electromagn Biol Med. 2016;35(1):54-8. doi: 10.3109/15368378.2014.977389. Epub 2014 Nov 5.
• Durak ZE, Büber S, Kocaoğlu EH, Öztürk B.
• 8. Decreased antioxidant status in migraine patients with brain white matter hyperintensities. Neurol Sci. 2014 Dec;35(12):1925-9. doi: 10.1007/s10072-014-1864-8. Epub 2014 Jul 10.
• Aytaç B, Coşkun Ö, Alioğlu B, Durak ZE, Büber S, Tapçi E, Ocal R, Inan LE, Durak İ, Yoldaş TK.

Education

• 2023: Short-Term Solution-Focused Therapy - Psychology Academy
• 2023: ISST Approved International Schema Therapy Training Program - International Society of Schema Therapy (ISST)
• 2022: Certificate of Working with Hard-to-Engage Service Users - Centralcare Training, Islington
• 2021: KSE Short Symptom Inventory
• 2021: MOXO Developmental Continuous Performance Test
• 2021: Frankfurter Attention Test
• 2021: Beier Sentence Completion Test
• 2021: SCL-90-R
• 2021: Louisa Duss Psychoanalytic Stories Test
• 2021: Thematic Apperception Test
• 2021: Raven Progressive Matrices Test
• 2021: Burdon Attention Test
• 2020 - 2021: Bournemouth University, Clinical Psychology (Merit)
• 2020: Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory

Work Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2023: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2021 - 2023: Quo Vadis Trust (London) - Supportive Mental Health Specialist
• 2020 - 2021: Astoria Homecare Limited (London) - Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

Memberships

• British Psychological Society

Education

• 2025: Dynamic Psychotherapy Theoretical Training - Supervision, Dr. Görkem Gökçelioğlu
• 2024: Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, Istanbul Okan University
• 2023: CBT Theoretical Training - Supervision, Dr. Sinem Taşyaran
• 2022: MMPI Practitioner Training Certificate, Psk. Selin Onat
• 2022: Psycho-oncology Training and Supervision, Psycho-oncologists Association, Dr. Ozan Bahçivan
• 2021: Child-Adolescent Psychology Summit, Psikoterap-İST Education and Consultancy Center
• 2020: Sexuality Workshop, Psk. Ferhat Aydın
• 2020: Bachelor's Degree in Psychology (English Scholarship), Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Istanbul Bilgi University
• 2020: Mindfulness Certificate Program, Istanbul Bilgi University
• 2020: Psychological Analysis of Children's Drawings and Child Testing Practitioner Training Certificate
• 2020: Emotion Management Workshop for Children, Psk. Selin Kalabas
• 2019: Effective Presentation Skills Certificate Program, Istanbul Bilgi University
• 2018: Play Therapy and Techniques Training, Nigar Çiçek Education and Consultancy Center
• 2017: Introduction to Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy Training, Mita Psychology
• 2017: Exam Anxiety and Stress Management Seminar, Rational Psychology

Work Experience

• 2021: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2020: Face-to-Face and Online Psychological Counseling, Expert Clinical Psychologist
• 2018: Intern Psychologist, Private T.V.O Şişli Terakki High School, Guidance and Counseling Department
• 2018: Intern Psychologist, Nigar Çiçek Education and Consultancy Center

Memberships

• Turkish Psychologists Association
• Psycho-oncologists Association

Education

• 2018: Istanbul Esenyurt University
• 2016: Izmir University, Psychology (Bachelor's Degree)
• 2016: Esenyurt University, Clinical Psychology (Master's Degree)

Experience

• 2017: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2017: Ministry of Justice, Genomics Project (A Child for Life, Life for a Child) / Psychologist
• 2016: Narlıdere Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center / Intern Psychologist
• 2016: Dokuz Eylul University Hospital - Geriatrics Department / Intern Psychologist
• 2015: Manisa Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Hospital / Intern Psychologist
• 2014: Ismer Family Counseling Center / Intern Psychologist
• 2013: Edremit State Hospital / Intern Psychologist

Education

• 2025: Okan University
• 2023: Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Healthcare Group

Education

• 2020: Institute of Educational Sciences, Haliç University
• 2014: Maltepe University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Experience

• 2018: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2014 - 2016: Private Şifa Medical Center

Specializations

• Clinical Psychology

Education

• 2010: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 2004: Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 1998: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Dermatology and Venereology
• 1993: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2008 - 2009: Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Dermatology
• 2008: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2004 - 2008: Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Dermatology, Associate Professor
• 2003 - 2004: Cleveland Clinic Foundation, OHIO, U.S.A., Research Fellow
• 1998 - 2004: Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Dermatology, Assistant Professor
• 1993 - 1998: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Dermatology / Specialty Training

Memberships

• Turkish Dermatology Society
• Turkish Society of Dermatology and Venereology
• Ankara Dermatology and Venereology Society
• Dermatoimmunology Society

Publications

• Intraventricular hemorrhage as an unusual presenting form of Sneddon syndrome. World Neurosurg 2010; 73: 411-3
• Confluent and reticulated papillomatosis: favourable response to low-dose isotretinoin. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2009; 23: 1342-3
• Eruptive vellus hair cysts. Report of a pediatric case with partial response to calcipotriene therapy. Cutis 2009; 84: 295-8
• Unexpected clinical involvement of hereditary total leuconychia with congenital fibrosis of the extraocular muscles in three generations. Clin Exp Dermatol 2009; 34: e570-2
• Clinicopathologic challenge: Linear brown macules on the chest and arm. Int J Dermatol 2008; 47: 539-41
• Acute actinic cheilitis-like chemical irritant reaction following accidental contact with ethylene glycol. Favorable response to topical 1% pimecrolimus cream: a case report. Cutan Ocul Toxicol 2008; 27: 91-5
• Dermal vacuoles in two biopsies of psoriasis. Australas J Dermatol 2008; 49: 245-7
• A protuberant nodule under the foot. Arch Dermatol 2008; 144: 547-52
• A case of cheilitis glandularis superimposed on oral lichen planus. Successful palliative treatment with topical tacrolimus and pimecrolimus. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2007; 21: 999-1000
• Unilateral transient reactive papulotranslucent acrokeratoderma in a child. Pediatr Dermatol 2007; 24: 564-6
• Wood’s light excites white fluorescence of type I hereditary punctate keratoderma. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2007; 21: 993-4

Additional Information

• Winter skin care tips: 12 protective shields for your skin.

Education

• 1994: Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Dermatology and Venereology
• 1990: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2018 - 2023: LIV Hospital Ulus, Dermatology Clinic, Prof. Dr., Istanbul
• 2015 - 2018: Head of Dermatology Department, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• 2010 - 2018: Prof. Dr., Dermatology Department, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Antalya
• 2007 - 2012: Vice President of Education and Training Coordination Board, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• 2011: Clinical Observer in Hair Diseases, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Clinical Research Center for Hair and Skin Science, Berlin
• 2004 - 2010: Assoc. Prof. Dr., Dermatology Department, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Antalya
• 2004 - 2007: Member of Postgraduate Executive Board, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• 2005: Clinical Observer in Dermatological Allergy, GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital, Istanbul
• 2003 - 2004: Coordinator of Sensory Organs Internship Board, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• 2000 - 2004: Asst. Prof. Dr., Dermatology Department, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Antalya
• 2000 - 2003: Assistant Coordinator of Education and Training Coordination Board, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• 1999 - 2000: Lecturer, Dermatology Department, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Antalya
• 1997 - 1999: Specialist Doctor, Dermatology and Venereology Department, Antalya State Hospital
• 1997: Specialist Doctor, Istanbul Dermatology and Venereology Hospital
• 1994 - 1997: Specialist Doctor, Dermatology and Venereology Department, Şişli Etfal Hospital, Istanbul

Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association
• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• International Dermoscopy Society
• Mediterranean Society of Dermatology and Venereology
• Turkish Dermatology Society
• Society of Dermatology and Venereology
• Dermato-Oncology Society
• International Trichoscopy Society
• European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
• European Hair Research Society

Publications

• Standard Patch Test Results and Clinical Relevance: A Cross-Sectional Study of 10-year Retrospective Experience. Indian J Dermatol. 2022 May-Jun;67(3):258-264.
• Clinical Manifestations of Alopecia in Autoimmune Blistering Diseases: A Cross-sectional Study.
• Platelet-rich plasma injections in the treatment of male androgenetic alopecia: A randomized placebo-controlled crossover study. J Cosmet Dermatol 2020 May;19(5):1071-1077.
• Epidemiologic Characteristics of Patients Admitted to Emergency Department with Dermatological Complaints; a Retrospective Cross-sectional Study. Arch Acad Emerg Med. 2019 Aug 19;7(1): e47.
• A cross-sectional study of the prevalence and types of alopecia in autoimmune blistering diseases. Australas J Dermatol 2019: 60 Special Issue: SI Supplement: 1 Pages: 102-102.
• Clinical Evaluation of Primary Cicatricial Alopecias from Turkey: A Retrospective Analysis of 97 Cases. Turk J Dermatol 2018;12:177-82.
• Differential expression of mTOR signaling pathway proteins in lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia. Acta Histochem 2018; 120 (8): 837-845.
• Rozase ve diyet. Turkiye Klinikleri J Cosm Dermatol-Special Topics 2018;11(1):35-8.
• Alopesi Areatada Tanı Yöntemleri ve Laboratuvar Değerlendirme. Turkiye Klinikleri J Cosm Dermatol-Special Topics 2018;11 (1): 15-21.
• Automated digital image analysis (TrichoScan) in male patients with androgenetic alopecia; comparison with manual marking of hairs on trichoscopic images. Skin Res Technol 2018 Aug;24(3):515-516.

Education

• 2004: Professor, Department of Dermatology, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1998: Associate Professor, Department of Dermatology, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1992: Doctor of Medicine, Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1986: Doctor of Medicine, Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
• 1980: Ted Ankara College

Experience

• 2008: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2007 - 2008: Head of the Department of Dermatology, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 2004 - 2008: Professor, Department of Dermatology, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1998 - 2004: Associate Professor, Department of Dermatology, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1996 - 1997: Melanoma Fellow, Skin and Cancer Unit, Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine
• 1995 - 1996: Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1994 - 1995: Specialist Physician, Department of Dermatology, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1992 - 1994: Chief Assistant, Department of Dermatology, Ankara Hospital, Ministry of Health
• 1988 - 1992: Research Assistant, Department of Dermatology, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1987 - 1988: Medical Officer, Higher Education Council

Memberships

• Turkish Dermatology Society
• Dermatology and Venereology Society
• Ankara Dermatology and Venereology Society
• American Academy of Dermatology
• European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology

Publications

• "Cutaneous papules, uterine fibroids, and renal cell cancer: one family's tale." Lancet 2010 Jan 9; 375 (9709):170. Önder M, Glenn G, Adışen E, Keseroğlu O, Şahin S, Ataoğlu O, Akaya B, Toro JR.
• "Correlation between the dermatoscopic and histopathological features of pigmented basal cell carcinoma." J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2010 Mar 23. Tabanlıoglu Onan D, Sahin S, Gököz O, Erkin G, Çakır B, Elçin G, Kayıkçıoğlu A.
• "Narrowband UVB phototherapy in pityriasis lichenoides chronica." J Dermatol Treat 20: 109-13, 2009. Ersoy-Evans S, Hapa AA, Boztepe G, Şahin S, Kölemen F.
• "Phototherapy in childhood." Pediatr Dermatol 25: 599-605, 2008. Ersoy-Evans S, Altaykan A, Sahin S, Kölemen F.
• "Acitretin is a safe treatment option for infantile pustular psoriasis." J Dermatolog Treat 19:341-3, 2008. Ergin S, Ersoy-Evans S, Sahin S, Özkaya O.
• "Colonization of neonate skin by Malassezia species: Relationship with neonatal cephalic pustulosis." J Am Acad Dermatol 57; 1012-8, 2007. Ayhan M, Sancak B, Karaduman A, Arikan S, Sahin S.
• "Narrowband UVB phototherapy to clear and maintain clearance in patients with mycosis fungoides." J Am Acad Dermatol 53:242-246, 2005. Boztepe G, Şahin S, Ayhan M, Erkin G, Kölemen F.
• "Experience with calcipotriol as adjunctive treatment for vitiligo in patients who do not respond to PUVA alone." J Am Acad Dermatol 44: 634-7, 2001. Yalçın B, Şahin S, Bükülmez G, Karaduman A, Atakan N, Akan T, Kölemen F.
• "PUVA treatment of vitiligo: a retrospective study of Turkish patients." Int J Dermatol 38: 101-104, 1999. Sahin S, Hindioğlu U, Karaduman A.

Education

• 2006: Associate Professor, Başkent University Faculty of Medicine
• 1998: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Dermatology and Venereology
• 1993: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2019: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2001 - 2006: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine
• 2000 - 2001: Med-Art Medical Center
• 1998 - 2000: Bayındır Medical Center

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Dermatology
• Dermatology and Venereology Association

Publications

• Angioedema and urticaria due to isotretinoin therapy. Eur. Acad. Dermatol. Venerol. 2006;20:118-120.
• Erythematous and hypopigmented patches on the face. Ada S, Seçkin D, Saray Y, Özen Ö. Arch. Dermatol. 2005;141:897-902.
• Treatment of nasolabial wrinkles with hyaluronic acid (hylaform) injection. Saray Y, Saray A. Türkiye Klinikleri Dermatoloji Dergisi 2005;15:81-86.
• Familial aquagenic acrokeratoderma: Case report and review of the literature. Saray Y, Seçkin D. Int. J. Dermatol. 2005;44:906-909.
• Treatment of keloids and hypertrophic scars with dermojet injections of bleomycin: A Preliminary Study. Saray Y, Güleç A. T. Int. J. Dermatol. 2005;44:777-784.
• Perforating dermatoses in children. Saray Y, Seçkin D. Türkiye Klinikleri Pediatrik Bilimler (Pediatrik Dermatoloji) Dergisi 2005;1:95-100.
• Ungual alternariosis in a renal transplant recipient. Saray Y, Battaloğlu S, Demirbilek M, Seçkin D. Türkiye Klinikleri Dermatoloji Dergisi 2005;15:160-163.
• Nail disorders in hemodialysis patients and renal transplant recipients: A case-control study. Saray Y, Seçkin A, Güleç T, Akgün S, Haberal M. J. Am. Acad. Dermatol 2004;50:197-202.
• The role of psychological factors in alopecia areata and the impact of the disease on the quality of life. Güleç AT, Tanrıverdi N, Dürü Ç, Saray Y, Akçalı C. Int. J. Dermatol. 2004;43:352-356.

Education

• 2006: Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, Yeditepe University
• 2005: Lecturer, Department of Dermatology, Yeditepe University
• 2002: Doctor of Medicine, Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Hacettepe University
• 1991 - 1997: Medical Faculty, Hacettepe University

Experience

• 2008: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2005 - 2008: Yeditepe University Hospital
• 2002 - 2005: Bakırköy Acıbadem Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Dermatology Society
• Dermatology and Venereology Society
• Dermatoimmunology Society

Publications

• Eruptive vellus hair: cysts: Report of a pediatric case with partial response to calcipotriol therapy. Cutis Journal, November 2008
• Syndrome in a newborn caused by DTP vaccination. Erkak E, Tuncez F, Duman D, Sanlı C, Kurtipek GS, Bagcı Y, Ayaslıoglu E. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2006;54(5):241-2
• Nicolau Syndrome in a newborn caused by DTP vaccination. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 2006; 54:241-2 Erkek E, Tuncez F, Duman D, Sanlı C, Kurtipek GS, Bagcı Y, Ayaslıoglu E.
• Prurigo pigmentosa: Is it more common in Turkey than believed? Altaykan A, Boztepe G, Şahin S, Duman D, Özkaya Ö, Erkin G. Türkderm 2006;40(2):56-9
• Clinical features and treatment responses of patients with pemphigus vulgaris: 6 years of experience at Hacettepe. Demircioğlu D, Bükülmez G, Atakan N, Şahin S, Karaduman A, Akan T, Kölemen F. Türkderm 2000;34:231-5
• Granuloma Faciale. European Journal of Dermatology 2000; 10(4): 313-4 Demircioglu D, Bükülmez G, Gököz A.

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2013: Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases, Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
• 2009: Ege University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2021: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2018: Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist, Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, Istanbul
• 2017 - 2018: Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist, Acıbadem Kozyatağı Hospital, Istanbul
• 2015 - 2017: Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist, Acıbadem Taksim Hospital, Istanbul
• 2015: Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist, Acıbadem Healthcare Group, Istanbul
• 2015: Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist, Özel Karatas Hospital, Izmir
• 2013 - 2015: Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist, Malazgirt State Hospital, Muş
• 2009 - 2013: Ear, Nose, and Throat Residency, Atatürk Training and Research Hospital, Izmir
• 2009: General Practitioner, Bereketli Village Health Center, Diyarbakır

Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association
• Turkish Ear, Nose, and Throat and Head and Neck Surgery Association

Publications

• Comparative survival function in patients with positive surgical margins following laryngectomy. Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, 75(3), 1625-1630.
• Özkul, Y., Ciğer, E., Balcı, M. K., Kılavuz, A. E., Bayrak, F., Songu, M., & İşlek, A. Endoscopic Repair of Nasal Septal Perforations With Fascia Lata. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 31(7), 1906-1909.
• Ozdilek, A., Kilavuz, A. E., & Serin, G. M. Superficial Parotidectomy Versus Partial Superficial Parotidectomy: A Comparison of Complication Rates, Operative Time, and Hospital Stay. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Kilavuz, A. E., Songu, M., Pinar, E., Ozkul, Y., Ozturkcan, S., & Aladag, I. Application of Sal classification to parotid gland fine-needle aspiration cytology: 10-year retrospective analysis of 312 patients. Head & Neck, 40(5), 937-942.
• Kilavuz, A. E., Songu, M., İmre, A., Arslanoğlu, S., Özkul, Y., Pinar, E., & Ateş, D. Comparison of absorbable and non-absorbable sutures in columellar incision closure in rhinoplasty and their effects to post-operative scar. Facial Plastic Surgery. Accepted for publication.
• Kilavuz, A. E., Bayram, A. A., & Serin, G. M. The Benefit of a Complete Cephalic Trim and the Importance of the Scroll Area. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 27(3), 779-780.
• Kilavuz, A. E., Bayram, A. A., & Serin, G. M. Puzzle-Formed Modified Turkish Delight for Nasal Dorsum Augmentation. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. DOI: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000002906.
• Bayram, A. A., Kilavuz, A. E., & Serin, G. M. The Importance of Soft Triangle in Rhinoplasty. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. DOI: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000002855.
• Bayram, A. A., Kilavuz, A. E., & Serin, G. M. Dilemma at gray scale thyroid ultrasound: microcalcification or not? Differentiation with Acoustic Radiation Force Impulse Imaging? Virtual Touch Imaging. Med Ultrason 2016, Vol. 18, no. 4, 452-456.
• Yildirim, D., Samanci, C., Ustabasioglu, F. E., Alis, D., Colakoglu, B., Bakır, A., Tutar, O., Kilavuz, A. E., Kaur A. Radiofrequency versus electrocautery for inferior turbinate hypertrophy. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 25(6), 1998-2001.

Education

• 2002: Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases
• 1996: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2018: Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, Health Sciences University, Department of Surgical Medical Sciences, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases, Lecturer

Publications

• The importance of bone density and anatomical structure in superior semicircular canal dehiscence. European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, 281, Doi: 10.1007/s00405-023-08412-z (Publication No: 8985521)
• Semicircular canals are long in patients with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. The Journal of Laryngology & Otology (Publication No: 8980615)
• An assessment of the effects of adenoid hypertrophy on mucociliary clearance and nasal cytology in children. International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Doi: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2023.111718 (Publication No: 8465775)
• Semicircular canals are long in patients with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. The Journal of Laryngology & Otology, 138(3), 265-269., Doi: 10.1017/S0022215123001949 (Publication No: 9152578)
• Assessment of the Clinical Use of Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potentials and the Video Head Impulse Test in the Diagnosis of Early-Stage Parkinson's Disease. Annals of Otology, Rhinology & Laryngology, 131(1), 41-49., Doi: 10.1177/00034894211067838 (Publication No: 7558406)
• Facial canal dehiscence in patients undergoing surgery for chronic otitis media: analysis of 850 patients. Polish Journal of Otolaryngology, 77(1), 34-37., Doi: 10.5604/01.3001.0016,1772 (Publication No: 8283547)

Additional Publications

• An assessment of the effects of adenoid hypertrophy on mucociliary clearance and nasal cytology in children. International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, 174, Doi: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2023.111718 (Publication No: 8980588)

Education

• 1999: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty / Professor
• 1993: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty / Associate Professor
• 1988: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases
• 1981: Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty

Experience

• 1983 - 2011: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Department of Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases / Faculty Member
• 2008: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2005: Würzburg University, ENT Clinic Cochlear Implant Center
• 2001: UCSF San Francisco, Skull Base Surgery
• 1998: Bordeaux University, Pellegrin Hospital, Portmann Ear Institute
• 1997: Berlin Frei University, ENT Clinic
• 1988 - 1993: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Department of Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases, Specialist Physician
• 1983 - 1988: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Department of Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases, Research Assistant

Memberships

• Cochlear Implant Council, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery
• Founding Member of the Ear, Nose, and Throat and Head & Neck Surgery Foundation
• Anatomy Research Association
• Turkish Rhinology Association
• Founding Member of the Facial Plastic Surgery Association
• Founding Member of the Laryngology Association
• Founding Member of the European Association of Otology and Neurotology
• European Rhinologic Society
• American Academy of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery

Publications

• Alveolar soft tissue sarcoma. HNO. 2004 Feb;52(2):145-9. İnci E, Korkut N, Kalekoğlu N.
• Prognostic factors of sudden sensorineural hearing loss in children. The Journal of International Advanced Otology. 2011; 7(1): 62-66. İnci E, Edizer DT, Tahamiler R, Guvenc MG, Oktem F, Enver O, Altug T, Ada M, Korkut N, Toprak M, Can G, Gokce S.
• Carotid sheath-like foreign body in the neck. Turk Arch Otolaryngol 1997;35(1-2):11-15. Karaman E, Hacizade Y, Isildak H, Agayev A, Mercan H, Alimoglu Y, Korkut N.
• Management of jugular paragangliomas in otolaryngology practice. J Craniofac Surg. 2010 Jul;21(4):1296-8. Karaman E, Yilmaz M, Isildak H, Hacizade Y, Korkut N, Devranoğlu I, Enver O, Sekercioglu N.
• Huge arteriovenous malformation in masseter muscle. J Craniofac Surg. 2009 Jul;20(4):1292-4. Karaman E, Mercan H, Ozdilek A, Alimoglu Y, Korkut N.
• Follicular dendritic cell sarcoma of the parotid gland recurring 6 times within 12 years. J Craniofac Surg. 2009 Nov;20(6):2171-2. Korkut N, Işildak H, Tuskan K, Oğreden S.
• Lipoma of the cerebellopontine angle: two cases report and review of literature. Kulak Burun Bogaz Ihtis Derg. 2009 Jul-Aug;19(4):207-11. Korkut N, Işildak H, Tuskan K, Oğreden S.
• Intravascular papillary endothelial hyperplasia (Masson lesion) of the hypopharynx and larynx. Ear Nose Throat J. 2008 Dec;87(12):700-1. Güvenç MG, Dereköylü L, Korkut N et al.
• Facial Nerve Surgery. Turkiye Klinikleri J. E.N.T. - Special Topics 2008, 1: 36-44. Korkut N.

Education

• 2020: Master's Degree in Health Law, Institute of Social Sciences, Istanbul Medipol University
• 2008: Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• 2001: Faculty of Medicine, Uludağ University

Experience

• 2021: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2019 - 2021: Lecturer, Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic, Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital, Health Sciences University
• 2018 - 2021: Associate Professor, Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Health Sciences University
• 2016 - 2021: Founder and Responsible Physician, Swallowing Clinic, Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Health Sciences University
• 2013 - 2021: Chief Assistant, Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Ministry of Health
• 2011 - 2013: Specialist Physician, Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic, Sakarya Yenikent State Hospital
• 2010 - 2011: Specialist Physician, Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic, Balıkesir Gönen State Hospital
• 2009 - 2010: Specialist Physician, Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic, Kastamonu Tosya State Hospital
• 2008 - 2009: Specialist Physician, Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic, Istanbul Esenyurt State Hospital
• 2003 - 2008: Assistant Physician, Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Rhinology Society
• European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Junior Member
• Turkish Ear, Nose, Throat and Head Neck Surgery Association
• Istanbul Ear, Nose, Throat and Head Neck Surgery Specialists Association

Publications

• Comparison of Isotonic Seawater Nasal Spray Containing Chamomile Liquid Extract and Other Isotonic Seawater Nasal Washing Solutions for Allergic Rhinitis. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 2021 Jun 18:34894211025411. doi: 10.1177/00034894211025411. Atar Y, Karaketir S, Aydogdu I, Sarı H, Bircan HS, Uyar Y, Ekincioglu E, Karaketir SG, Ataç E, Berkiten G.
• Evaluation of the Swallowing and Voice Functions in Ankylosing Spondylitis Patients Dysphagia. 2021 Jul 14. doi: 10.1007/s00455-021-10340-l. Ahmed EA, Atar S, Atar Y, Sarı H, Anarat MEA, Saltürk Z, Karaketir SG, Uyar Y, Kuru Ö.
• Efficacy of Kinesio taping on Mutational Falsetto: A Double Blind, Randomized, Sham-controlled Trial J Voice. 2021 Jun 10: S0892-1997(21)00142-9. Atar S, Atar Y, Sarı H, Karaketir S, Uygan U, Karaketir SG, Saltürk Z, Kuru Ö.
• Dehiscence or thinning of bone overlying the superior semicircular canal in idiopathic intracranial hypertension Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2021 Aug 23. doi: 10.1007/S00405-021-07020-Z. Berkiten G, Gürbüz D, Akan O, Tutar B, Tunç MK, Karaketir S, Bircan HS, Berkiten G, Sarı H, Atar Y, Uyar Y.
• Validity and Reliability of the Turkish Translation of the Yale Pharyngeal Residue Severity Rating Scale Dysphagia. 2021 May 22. doi: 10.1007/s00455-021-10316-l. Atar Y, Atar S, ilgin C, Anarat MEA, Uygan U, Uyar Y.
• Effectiveness of Endoscopic Pitch Raising Surgery in Male to Female Transsexual Individuals Otolaryngology Open J. 2021;7: 8-12. Saltürk Z, Avcı E, Atar Y, Tutar B, Berkiten B, Kumral TL, Yetişer S.
• Effects of nasal packing and transseptal suturing on swallowing after septoplasty Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2021 May 10. doi: 10.1007/s00405-021-06854-x. Sarı H, Atar Y, Kumral TL, Uygan U, Karaketir S, Karaketir ŞG, Uyar Y.
• Histopathological Comparison of 2-Octyl Cyanoacrylate and Primary Suturing for Tongue Lacerations. J Craniofac Surg. 2020;31: e334-e337. Üstün O, Kumral TL, Atar Y, Erdem ZB, Hanci D, Sarı H, Akgün MF, Uyar Y.
• Short term olfactory memory and olfactory function after inhalation anesthetic agents: a randomized clinical trial Rev. Bras. Anestesiol. vol.70 no.l Campinas Jan./Feb. 2020 Epub July 01, 2020 Sarı H, Atar Y, Mingir T, Kumral TL, Akgun MF, Aydogdu İ, Salturk Z, Berkiten G, Uyar Y.
• The Predictive Value of Proportional Evaluation Based on the Metabolic Activity of Cervical Lymph Nodes on PET/CT Imaging in Patients with Larynx Cancer Mol Imaging Radionucl Ther. 2020 Apr 29;29(2):59-64. Sağlampınar Karyağar S, Karyağar S, Güven O, Üstün O, Atar Y, Uyar Y.

Education

• 2014: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases
• 2007: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2023: Emergency Medicine, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• 2016: Medical Faculty, Namık Kemal University

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2023 - 2025: Emergency Medicine Specialist, Şanlıurfa Suruç State Hospital
• 2025: Emergency Medicine Specialist, Büyükçekmece Mimar Sinan State Hospital
• 2018 - 2023: Research Assistant Doctor, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• 2016 - 2018: Medical Aesthetic Physician, Kocaeli İzmit District Health Center

Education

• 2020: Emergency Medicine, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• 2014: Medical Faculty, Çanakkale 18 Mart University

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2020 - 2022: Emergency Medicine Specialist, Keşan State Hospital
• 2017 - 2020: Emergency Medicine Assistant, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• 2016 - 2017: Emergency Physician, Eskişehir Acıbadem Hospital
• 2014 - 2016: Emergency Medicine Assistant, Medeniyet University Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• 2013 - 2014: General Practitioner, Bayrampaşa Municipality
• 2012 - 2013: Emergency Physician, Hınıs State Hospital

Education

• 2007 - 2009 Anadolu University, Faculty of Open Education, Health Institutions Management
• 1997 Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2018 Acıbadem Health Group
• 2011 - 2012 Bezmialem Vakıf University Faculty of Medicine Hospital / Emergency Physician
• 2007 Avon Cosmetics Industry Trade Inc. / Doctor
• 2006 - 2007 Cankat Pharmaceutical Industry Trade Limited Company / Product Manager
• 2007 BSH (Bosch-Siemens) Home Appliances Industry Trade Inc. / Workplace Physician
• 2005 - 2006 Ali Raif Pharmaceutical Industry Inc. / Product Manager
• 2004 - 2005 Alimila Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Industry Trade Inc. / Product Manager
• 2000 - 2003 İlsan-İltaş Pharmaceutical and Raw Materials Industry / Product Manager
• 2000 Med-Line Mobile Health Services / Medical Doctor Team Leader
• 1995 - 1997 Toprak Pharmaceutical Inc. / Intern Student Representative

Memberships

• Kocaeli Medical Chamber

Education

• 2025: Health Sciences University Hamidiye International Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2013 - 2015: Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine / Assistant Professor
• 2011: İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital, Emergency Medicine
• 2004: Pamukkale University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2015: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2012 - 2015: Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2011 - 2012: Rize State Hospital
• 2004 - 2005: Central Health Center, Suşehri

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Emergency Medicine
• Radiology Society in Emergency Medicine
• Association of Emergency Medicine Specialists

Publications

• Acute dystonic reaction associated with cefuroxime axetil in a child. J Clin Case Rep 2015;5:1. Ersunan G, Bilir O, Kalkan A, Kayayurt K.
• A case of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome with atypical presentation. Turk J Emerg Med. 2014; DOI: 10.5505/1304.7361.2014.82788. Kayayurt K, Yavaşi O, Bilir O, Ersunan G, Giakoup B.
• An Unexpected Finding in a Patient with Headache: Intracranial Lipoma. West J Emerg Med. 2014 Jul; 15(4):361-2. Bilir O, Yavasi O, Ersunan G, Kayayurt K, Durakoglugil T.
• Pneumomediastinum associated with pneumopericardium and epidural pneumatosis. Case Rep Emerg Med. 2014;2014:275490. Bilir O, Yavasi O, Ersunan G, Kayayurt K, Giakoup B.
• Confirmation of elevated intracranial pressure in arrested hydrocephalus by optic nerve ultrasonography. JAEMRC 2014;5:268-71. Koksal V, Yavasi O, Kayayurt K, Bilir O, Ugras E.
• Mad honey poisoning presenting as transient ischemic attack. Turkish Journal of Geriatrics. 2014.
• Monitoring the response to treatment of acute heart failure patients by ultrasonographic inferior vena cava collapsibility index. Am J Emerg Med. 2014 May;32(5):403-7. Yavasi O, Unluer EE, Kayayurt K, Ekinci S, Sağlam C, Surum N, Koseoglu MH, Yeşil M.
• Yılan ısırığına bağlı gelişen ekstraoküler kas felci. JAEMCR 2014: DOI: 10.5152/jaemcr.2014.72602. Kayayurt K, Yavaşi O, Bilir O, Ersunan G, Suman E.
• Comparison of existing syncope rules and newly proposed Anatolian Syncope Rule to predict short-term serious outcomes after syncope in Turkish population. Int J Emerg Med. 2012;5(1):17. Kayayurt K, Akoglu H, Limon O, Ergene AO, Yavasi O, Bayata S, Berk NV, Unluer EE.
• Comparison of ultrasonographic methods as a marker of blood loss. Am J Emerg Med. 2012;30(5):821-6.

Education

• 2007: Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Endocrinology and Metabolism Diseases
• 2004: Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine
• 1998: Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Healthcare Group

Education

• 2007: Associate Professor (Doç. Dr.)
• 2002: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Endocrinology and Metabolism
• 1996: Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine
• 1991: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• 1985: Turan Emeksiz High School

Experience

• 2003 - 2009: American Hospital
• 2009: Acıbadem Health Group
• 1997 - 2009: Vakıf Gureba Training and Research Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Endocrinology and Metabolism Society
• Istanbul Medical Chamber

Experience

• 2026 - Acıbadem Health Group
• 2024 - 2026 Işkar Osgb - Workplace Physician
• 2022 - 2024 Ergene Family Health Center - Family Physician
• 2021 - 2022 Kapaklı State Hospital - General Practitioner

Education

• 2018: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• 2012: Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2020: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• General Intensive Care

Education

• 2015: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• 2006: Uludağ University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2018: Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2001: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• 1987 - 1993: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2004: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2002 - 2004: Büyük Anadolu Medical Center
• 1994 - 1996: Adıyaman Provincial Health Directorate

Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association
• Turkish Intensive Care Association
• Anesthesiology and Reanimation Association

Publications

• "Fluid-Electrolyte, Acid-Base Balance in the Intensive Care Unit." İsmail Demirel, Korkut Atalan, Nahit Çakar. Turkiye Klinikleri J Int Med Sci. 2006;2(18): 45-61
• "Comparison of the Effectiveness of Different Nutritional Methods in Patients with Head Trauma." Simru Tuğrul, İ. Demirel, P. Ergin Özcan, Nahit Çakar, Figen Esen. Türk Anest Rean Cem Mecmuası 2002; 30: 111-117
• "Application of Monitored Anesthesia Care with Subhypnotic Doses of Propofol in Cystoscopies." Mert Şentürk, İsmail Demirel, Tülay Özkan, Ayşen Yavru, Ferdi Menda, Faruk Özcan, Mehmet Tuğrul. Türk Anest Rean Cem Mecmuası 2001(29):118-123
• "Hemodynamic and Neuromuscular Effects of the Single or Combined Use of Atracurium and Mivacurium." Mert Şentürk, Ferdi Menda, Tülay Özkan, Ayşe Yıldırım, İsmail Demirel, Kamil Pembeci. Türk Anest Rean Cem Mecmuası 2001(29): 155-159

Education

• 1996: Professor, General Surgery Department, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1990: Associate Professor, General Surgery Department, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1986: General Surgery, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1981: Trakya University Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 1986: Specialist Physician, General Surgery Department, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Memberships

• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Endocrine Surgery Association
• Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association
• American Society of Breast Disease
• National Hernia Association
• President of the Breast Science (Seniology) Association (2009-2011)
• The Turkish Society of Menopause and Osteoporosis
• Turkish Surgical Association
• Istanbul Surgical Association

Publications

• Radio-guided lymph node biopsy for the diagnosis of axillary lymphadenopathy. Nucl Med Commun. 2011 Mar;32(3):233-7. Ozben V, Aydogan F, Atasoy D, Ferahman M, Yilmaz MH, Esen G, Halac M, Uras C.
• Simultaneous excision of ipsilateral nonpalpable multiple breast lesions using radioguided occult lesion localization. Breast. 2011 Jun;20(3):241-5. Aydogan F, Ozben V, Yilmaz MH, Celik V, Uras C, Ferahman M, Aliyev A, Unal H.
• Radioguided occult lesion localization (ROLL) for non-palpable breast cancer: a comparison between day-before and same-day protocols. Breast. 2010;19:226-30. Aydogan F, Ozben V, Celik V, Uras C, Tahan G, Gazioglu E, Cengiz A, Ferahman M, Cercel A, Yilmaz MH, Halac M, Unal H.
• Is repeat endoscopy a rational approach in patients with gastric ulcers? Acıbadem University Health Sciences Journal, January 2010, 1(1):35-37. Saruc M, Boler D, Karaarslan M, İnce U, Raşa K, Uras C, Cakmakci M, Tozun N.
• Intragastric balloon treatment of obesity must be combined with bariatric surgery: a pilot study in Turkey. Turk J Gastroenterol. 2010 Dec;21(4):333-7. Saruc M, Boler D, Karaarslan M, Baysal C, Rasa K, Cakmakci M, Uras C, Tozun N.
• Intraparenchymal methylene blue injection for sentinel lymph node biopsy in breast cancer patients does not interfere with pulse oximetry readings. Journal of Breast Cancer. 2009; 12:32-5. Aydogan F, Salihoglu Z, Uras C, Karabicak I, Celik V, Cercel A, Baghaki S, Topuz U, Atasoy D, Babazade R, Unal H.
• Localization of occult lesions in non-palpable breast lesions using radionuclide guidance (ROLL). National Surgical Journal, 2009;25:24-28. Aydogan F, Celik V, Uras C, Ferahman M, Cengiz A, Gazioglu E, Cercel A, Yılmaz MH, Halac M, Esen G, Balcısoy U, Unal H.
• Axillary web syndrome after sentinel node biopsy. Breast Care. 2008;3:277-278. Aydogan F, Belli AK, Baghaki S, Karabulut K, Tahan G, Uras C.
• A comparison of the adverse reactions associated with isosulfan blue versus methylene blue dye in sentinel lymph node biopsy for breast cancer. Am J Surg 2008;195 (2):277-278. Aydogan F, Salihoglu Z, Topuz U, Celik V, Uras C.

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Education

• 2016: Professor of General Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
• 2010: General Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
• 2002: Medical Faculty, Westfälische Wilhelms University, Münster, Germany

Experience

• 2020: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2019: Head of the Liver-Biliary and Pancreas Unit, Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2019: Director of the Pancreatic Cancer Research Center, Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University, Istanbul, Turkey
• 2015 - 2018: Director of the Pancreas Research Center, Department of General Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
• 2014 - 2018: Second Ordinary Professor, Department of General Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
• 2014 - 2018: Head of the Liver-Biliary and Pancreas Unit, Department of General Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
• 2007 - 2018: Head of the Pancreas Research Center / Pancreatic Neuropathy and Pain Unit, Department of General Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
• 2013: Liver-Biliary and Pancreas Unit, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA
• 2007 - 2008: Department of General Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
• 2002 - 2007: European Pancreas Research Center / Pancreas Molecular Biology and Surgery Center, Department of General Surgery, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
• 2002 - 2007: Department of General Surgery, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
• 1999 - 2002: Pancreatic Diseases Research Center - Gastroenterology Unit, Westfälische Wilhelms University, Münster, Germany

Memberships

• International Association of Pancreatology (IAP)
• German Society for General and Visceral Surgery (DGAV)
• Turkish Surgical Society (TCD)
• Association of Bavarian Surgeons (VBC)
• American Pancreatic Association (APA)
• European Pancreatic Club (EPC)
• International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA)
• German Pancreas Club (DPC)
• European Digestive Surgery (EDS)
• German Society for Surgery (DGCH)

Publications

• R0 Versus R1 Resection Matters after Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Less after Distal or Total Pancreatectomy for Pancreatic Cancer. Friess H, Ceyhan GO. Ann Surg 2018; 268(6): 1058-1068.
• Pancreatic stump closure techniques and pancreatic fistula formation after distal pancreatectomy: meta-analysis and single-center experience. PlosOne 2018; 13(6): e0197553.
• Effect of preoperative biliary drainage on bacterial flora in bile of patients with periampullary cancer. Br J Surg 2017; 104(2): e182-e188.
• Activated Schwann cells in pancreatic cancer are linked to analgesia via suppression of spinal astroglia and microglia. Gut 2016; 65(6): 1001-1014.
• Investigation of Schwann cells at neoplastic cell sites before the onset of cancer invasion. J Natl Cancer Inst. 2014; 106(8).
• The severity of neural invasion is associated with shortened survival in colon cancer. Clin Cancer Res 2013; 19(1): 50-61.
• The severity of neural invasion is a crucial prognostic factor in rectal cancer independent of neoadjuvant radiochemotherapy. Ann Surg 2010; 252(5):797-804.
• Nerve growth factor and Artemin are paracrine mediators of pancreatic neuropathy in pancreatic adenocarcinoma. Ann Surg 2010; 251(5): 923-31.
• Pancreatic neuropathy and neuropathic pain - a comprehensive pathomorphological study in 546 cases. Gastroenterology 2009; 136(1): 177-186.e1.
• The neurotrophic factor artemin influences the extent of neural damage and growth in chronic pancreatitis. Gut 2007; 56(4): 534-44.

Thesis

• Administration of magnesium reduces the severity of cerulein induced acute pancreatitis and premature activation of proteases in isolated acini cells. Westfälische Wilhelms University, WWU-Münster, Münster, Germany.

Education

• 2005: Kyoto University
• 2004: University of Wisconsin
• 2001: Kyoto University
• 1996: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, General Surgery
• 1991: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2025: Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• 2020: Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey, Başakşehir Çam & Sakura City Hospital / Liver Transplant & Liver-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery Unit
• 2007 - 2020: Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Liver Transplant Program / Responsible
• 2013 - 2017: Istanbul Faculty of Medicine / Deputy Chief Physician
• 2009 - 2011: Istanbul Faculty of Medicine / Vice Dean
• 2000 - 2001: Nagoya University
• 1996: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine / Liver-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery / Chief Assistant

Memberships

• Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association
• Member of the Scientific Advisory Board for Liver Transplantation, Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey

Education

• 1993: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, General Surgery
• 1988: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2006: Acıbadem Healthcare Group

Publications

• 1. Zenger S, Aytac E, Gurbuz B, Ozben V, Ozoran E, Baca B, Balik E, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T, Bugra D. "Metastasis to lymph nodes around the vascular tie worsens long-term oncological outcomes following complete mesocolic excision and conventional colectomy for right-sided colon cancer." Tech Coloproctol. 2021 Jan 5. doi: 10.1007/s10151-020-02378-4.
• 2. Ozben V, Aliyeva Z, Bilgin IA, Aytac E, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T. "Does Obesity Impact Surgical and Pathological Outcomes in Robotic Complete Mesocolic Excision for Colon Cancer?" J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A. 2021 Jan 8. doi: 10.1089/lap.2020.0824.
• 3. Erzin Y, Şişman G, Hatemi İ, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Dirican A, Korman U, Çelik AF. "Totally Robotic Autonomic Nerve-Preserving Total Mesorectal Excisions: Step-by-Step Technical Tips and Tricks." Dis Colon Rectum. 2020 Apr;63(4):562.
• 4. Baca B, Benlice C, Ozben V, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T. "Totally minimally invasive radical gastrectomy with the da Vinci Xi® robotic system versus straight laparoscopy for gastric adenocarcinoma." Int J Med Robot. 2020 Dec;16(6):1-9.
• 5. Aktas A, Aytac E, Bas M, Gunes O, Tarcan SH, Esen E, Gokler C, Aghayeva A, Uylas U, Ozben V, Zengin A, Sumer F, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Kayaalp C. "Robotic complete mesocolic excision for transverse colon cancer can be performed with a morbidity profile similar to that of conventional laparoscopic colectomy." Tech Coloproctol. 2020 Oct;24(10):1035-1042.
• 6. Ozben V, de Muijnck C, Sengun B, Zenger S, Agcaoglu O, Balik E, Aytac E, Bilgin IA, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T, Bugra D. "Fully robotic total gastrectomy with D2 lymphadenectomy for gastric cancer." Surg Oncol. 2020 Mar;32:48.
• 7. Benlice C, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T. "Learning curve analysis of robotic transabdominal preperitoneal inguinal hernia repair." Int J Med Robot. 2020 Dec;16(6):1-5.
• 8. Bilgin IA, Bas M, Benlice C, Esen E, Ozben V, Aytac E, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T. "Impact of Prolonged Neoadjuvant Treatment-surgery Interval on Histopathologic and Operative Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Total Mesorectal Excision for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer." Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech. 2020 Dec;30(6):511-517.
• 9. Akbaba AC, Zenger S, Aytac E, Yozgatli TK, Bengür FB, Esen E, Bilgin IA, Sahin B, Atalar B, Sezen D, Erdamar S, Kapran Y, Ozben V, Baca B, Balik E. "Delaying surgery for patients with a previous SARS-CoV-2 infection." Br J Surg. 2020 Nov;107(12):e601-e602.
• 10. COVIDSurg Collaborative. "Outcomes from elective colorectal cancer surgery during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic." Colorectal Dis. 2020 Nov 15:10.1111/codi.15431.
• 11. Hamzaoglu I, Baca B, Esen E, Aytac E, Ozben V, Aghayeva A, Bilgin IA, Karahasanoglu T. "Live surgical demonstrations for minimally invasive colorectal training." Langenbecks Arch Surg. 2020 Feb;405(1):63-69.
• 12. Bilgin IA, Bas M, Demir S, Esen E, Kirbiyik E, Aghayeva A, Ozben V, Aytac E, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T. "Operative and long-term oncological outcomes in patients undergoing robotic versus laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer." Int J Med Robot. 2020 Dec;16(6):1-10.
• 13. Benlice C, Aghayeva A, Yavuz E, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T. "Standardized totally robotic complete mesocolic excision for right-sided colon cancer - a video vignette." Colorectal Dis. 2019 Nov;21(11):1335.

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2004: Prof. Dr., General Surgery, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1999: Assoc. Prof. Dr., General Surgery, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1992: General Surgery, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1980 - 1986: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2016: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 1991: St. Mary's Hospital, London, England

Scientific Publications

• "Does Obesity Impact Surgical and Pathological Outcomes in Robotic Complete Mesocolic Excision for Colon Cancer?" J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A. 2021 Jan 8. doi: 10.1089/lap.2020.0824. Ozben V, Aliyeva Z, Bilgin IA, Aytac E, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T.
• "Metastasis to lymph nodes around the vascular tie worsens long-term oncological outcomes following complete mesocolic excision and conventional colectomy for right-sided colon cancer." Tech Coloproctol. 2021 Jan 5. doi: 10.1007/s10151-020-02378-4. Zenger S, Aytac E, Gurbuz B, Ozben V, Ozoran E, Baca B, Balik E, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T, Bugra D.
• "Impact of Prolonged Neoadjuvant Treatment-surgery Interval on Histopathologic and Operative Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Total Mesorectal Excision for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer." Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech. 2020 Dec;30(6):511-517. Hamzaoglu I, Bugra D, Karahasanoglu T.
• "Totally laparoscopic and totally robotic surgery in patients with left-sided colonic diverticulitis." Int J Med Robot. 2020 Feb;16(1):e2068. Bilgin IA, Bas M, Benlice C, Esen E, Ozben V, Aytac E, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T.
• "Robotic complete mesocolic excision for transverse colon cancer can be performed with a morbidity profile similar to that of conventional laparoscopic colectomy." Tech Coloproctol. 2020 Oct;24(10):1035-1042. Ozben V, de Muijnck C, Sengun B, Zenger S, Agcaoglu O, Balik E, Aytac E, Bilgin IA, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T, Bugra D.
• "Management of Complicated Ostomy Dehiscence: A Case Study." J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs. 2020 Jan/Feb;47(1):72-74. Bilgin IA, Bas M, Demir S, Esen E, Kirbiyik E, Aghayeva A, Ozben V, Aytac E, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T.
• "Totally Robotic Autonomic Nerve-Preserving Total Mesorectal Excision: Step-by-Step Technical Tips and Tricks." Dis Colon Rectum. 2020 Apr;63(4):562. Baca B, Benlice C, Ozben V, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T.
• "Immunoglobulin G4-related gastric inflammatory pseudotumor presenting with gastrointestinal bleeding." Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2020 Nov;32(11):1482-1483. Piyade B, Sisman G, Yilmaz S, Karahasanoglu T.
• "Fully robotic total gastrectomy with D2 lymphadenectomy for gastric cancer." Surg Oncol. 2020 Mar;32:48. Benlice C, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T.
• "Outcomes from elective colorectal cancer surgery during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic." Colorectal Dis. 2020 Nov 15:10.1111/codi.15431. COVIDSurg Collaborative.
• "Live surgical demonstrations for minimally invasive colorectal training." Langenbecks Arch Surg. 2020 Feb;405(1):63-69. Unal UK, Esen E, Yilmaz BS, Aytac E, Bilgin IA, Ozben V, Ozoran E, Agcaoglu O, Balik E, Baca B, Hamzaoglu I, Karahasanoglu T, Bugra D.

Languages

• Turkish (Native)
• English (Fluent)

Education

• 2008: Professor in Pediatric Health and Diseases
• 2003: Associate Professor in Pediatric Health and Diseases
• 1998: Pediatric Endocrinology, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• 1994: Pediatric Health and Diseases, Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• 1985: Ege University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2015: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2013: Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University Faculty of Medicine
• 2001 - 2010: Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics - Division of Pediatric Endocrinology
• 1999 - 2001: Akdeniz University, Health, Culture and Sports Department
• 1995 - 1998: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Division of Pediatric Endocrinology
• 1989 - 1995: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Health and Diseases
• 1987 - 1989: Physician at Antalya Health Center No. 1 / Mandatory Service
• 1985 - 1987: Physician at Edirne Gazimihal Health Center / Mandatory Service

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes
• Turkish Society of Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes
• Aegean Society of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes
• Member of the International Growth Database (KIGS) Scientific Committee

Publications

• Gonadal dysfunction and pelvic sonographic findings in females with thalassaemia major. Gynecological Endocrinology, 26(4): 307-310 (2010).
• Pseudohypoparathyroidism type IA: A clinical case with a maternally inherited GNAS gene mutation. JPEM, 22: 107-108 (2009).
• Factors affecting onset of puberty in Denizli province in Turkey. TJP, 51; 49-55 (2009).
• Pubertal development of Turkish Children. JPEM, 21: 951-962 (2008).
• Congenital lymphedema, bronchiectasis and seizure: a new syndrome or an intermediate form of Yellow Nail and Hennekam Syndromes? East Afr Med J, 85: 145-149 (2008).
• May CRP and homocysteine be cardiovascular risk factors in obese children and adolescents? Pediatr Int, 4; 419-423 (2008).
• Two cases of Cushing's Syndrome due to overuse of topical steroid in the diaper area. Pediatr Dermatol, 25; 544-547 (2008).
• Body fat distribution in childhood obesity: Association with metabolic risk factors. Indian Pediatr, 45: 457-462 (2008).
• Detection of Y chromosomal material in patients with a 45,X karyotype by PCR method. Tohoku J Exp Med, 211: 243-249 (2007).
• Metabolic syndrome in childhood obesity. Indian Pediatr, 44: 657-662 (2007).
• Comparison of ultrasonographic and anthropometric methods to assess body fat in childhood obesity. Int J Obes (Lond), 31: 53-58 (2007).
• A patient with thyroid hemiagenesis and Klinefelter Syndrome. Endocrinologist, 14: 119-120 (2004).
• Persistent hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia of infancy: case report. East Afr Med J., 79, 554-556 (2002).
• Pseudohypoaldosteronism type 1 and respiratory distress syndrome. JPEM, 15, 1557-1561 (2002).
• Temporary multiple cranial nerve palsies in a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Diabetes & Metabolism, 28, 413-416 (2002).
• Correlation between age, body size and thyroid volume in an endemic area. J Endocrinol Invest, 24, 559-563 (2001).
• Thyroid hormone profile in goitrous children in an endemic goiter area. JPEM, 14, 171-176 (2001).
• Complete deficiency of growth hormone, thyrotropin and prolactin in two siblings: A new Pit-1 mutation. JEG, 2, 61-67 (2001).
• Summer camps for diabetic children: An experience in Antalya, Turkey. Acta Diabetol, 37, 197-200 (2000).
• Thyroid gland volume and urinary iodine excretion in children 6-11 years old in endemic area. JPEM, 13, 245-251 (2000).
• The relationship between birth weight and levels of insulin, insulin-like growth factor I and II, insulin-like growth factor binding protein-3. Acta Paediatr, 88 (suppl 428), 139 (Selected Abstract) (1999).
• Renal functional reserve in insulin dependent diabetic children. Acta Paediatr Jpn (Pediatrics International), 40, 341-344 (1998).

Education

• 2002: GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital / Professor
• 1997: GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital / Associate Professor
• 1995: Gülhane Military Medical Academy / Hematology
• 1995: GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital / Assistant Professor
• 1992: Gülhane Military Medical Academy / Internal Medicine
• 1984: Gülhane Military Medical Academy / Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2016: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2002 - 2009: GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital / Head of Hematology Clinic
• 1997 - 1998: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Bone Marrow Transplant Center
• 1985 - 1987: Flight Physician

Memberships

• Turkish Hematology Association

Publications

• Effects of corticosteroids on hemostasis and pulmonary arterial pressure during chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbation. Respiration Kunter E, İlvan A, Özmen N, Demirer E, Öztürk A, Avşar K, Sayan Ö, Kartaloğlu Z
• Result of treatment of acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndrome with etoposide, thioguanine, cytarabine (ETC) in elderly patients. Turk J Hematol 23;193-196, 2006 A. Öztürk, A. Erikçi, Ö. Sayan.
• A role for leptin in idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura? Platelets. 17, 501-502, 2006. Akyol Alev, Ozturk Ahmet, Sayan Ozkan
• Fluorosil resistant advanced colorectal cancer patients: efficacy of irinotecan. Clinical Sciences and Doctor O. Türken, M. Yaylacı, G. Kandemir, A. Öztürk, Ö Sayan
• The efficacy of Helicobacter pylori eradication in the treatment of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura: the first study in Turkey. Acta Hematologica 116, 146-149, 2006 O. Sayan, Erikçi A, Ozturk A
• Pretreatment hemoglobin concentration is a prognostic factor in patients with early stage breast cancer. J Int Med Res. 33; 319-328, 2005 Kandemir E.G, Mayadağlı A, Türken O, Yaylacı M, Öztürk A.
• The seroprevalence of viral infections and their effects on the immune system in Turkish hemophilic patients. Haemophilia 9, 655-656, 2003 O. Türken, E. Solmazgül, S. Sipahi, A. Öztürk, H. Öztürkeri.
• Prevalence and prognostic value of c-erbB2 expression in non-small cell lung cancer. Neoplasma 50, 257-261, 2003 O. Türken, E. Kunter, H. Çermik, T. Işıtmangil, M. Yaylacı, A. Öztürk.
• Breast cancer in association with thyroid disorders. Breast Cancer Research 5, 110-113, 2003. O. Türken, Y. Narin, S. Demirbaş, M.E. Önde, Ö. Sayan, E.G. Kandemir, M. Yaylacı, A. Öztürk
• Evaluation of CA-125 as a prognostic marker in Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. Turkish Journal of Oncology 17:151-154, 2002. O. Türken, Y. Narin, G. Kandemir, M. Yaylacı, A. Öztürk, B. Orhan
• Prognostic significance of c-erb B-2 (HER 2/neu) expression in early stage breast cancer and its relationship with other prognostic factors. Turkish Journal of Oncology 17:166-170, 2002 O. Türken, Y. Kayacı, G. Kandemir, M. Yaylacı, A. Öztürk N. Üskent.

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2000: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Hematology
• 1994: Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine
• 1988: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2019: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2016 - 2019: Head of Internal Medicine Department, Koç University Faculty of Medicine
• 2016 - 2019: Founder and Head of Internal Medicine Department, Koç University Faculty of Medicine
• 2013 - 2019: Coordinator of Internal Medicine, Koç University Faculty of Medicine
• 2008 - 2017: Responsible Physician for Therapeutic Apheresis, American Hospital
• 2013: Professor, Koç University Faculty of Medicine
• 2010 - 2013: Director of Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Şişli Memorial Hospital
• 2011 - 2012: Founder and Director of Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Şişli Memorial Hospital / Associate Professor
• 2010: Physician for WHO (World Health Organization) and UN (United Nations)
• 2008: Associate Professor, V.K.V. American Hospital, Hematology Department
• 2006 - 2008: Associate Professor, Marmara University, Internal Medicine, Hematology
• 2001 - 2006: Assistant Professor, Marmara University, Internal Medicine, Hematology
• 2004 - 2005: Visiting Faculty, Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Program, Department of Medicine, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University
• 1998 - 2001: Specialist Doctor, Marmara University, Internal Medicine, Hematology
• 1997 - 2000: Research Assistant, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Hematology
• 1994 - 1997: Specialist Doctor, Ministry of National Education, Beşevler Health Education Center
• 1989 - 1994: Research Assistant, Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine

Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association
• Cancer Fighters Association
• European Hematology Association
• American Society of Hematology
• European Bone Marrow Transplantation Registry
• Turkish Society of Internal Medicine
• Turkish Hematology Society
• MDS Foundation
• Turkish Immunology Society
• University Faculty Members Association
• Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Association
• Turkish Society of Thrombosis and Hemostasis

Publications

• A multi-centric study on the efficacy of eltrombopag in management of refractory chronic immune thrombocytopenia. Turk J Haematol. 2019 Jul 22.
• The role of atopy in the pathogenesis of bleomycin pulmonary toxicity. Respiratory Medicine. 2019.
• Rituximab desensitization in three patients with severe rituximab allergy. Curr Probl Cancer. 2017.
• Use of fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography for diagnosis of bleomycin-induced pneumonitis in Hodgkin lymphoma. Leuk Lymphoma. 2017.
• Implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship program for patients with febrile neutropenia. Am J Infect Control. 2017.
• Iron deficiency and anemia in heart failure. Turk Kardiyol Dern Ars. 2017.
• Diagnosis and treatment of iron deficiency anemia in patients with inflammatory bowel disease and gastrointestinal bleeding: iron deficiency anemia working group consensus report. 2017.
• Complete Remission of Burkitt Lymphoma After Surgical Excision: A Case Report. Indian J Hematol Blood Transfus. 2016.
• Comparison of International Prognostic Index and NCCN-IPI in 324 patients with de novo diffuse large B-cell lymphoma: a multi-center retrospective analysis. Leuk Lymphoma. 2016.
• Novel Masters of Erythropoiesis: Hypoxia Inducible Factors and Recent Advances in Anemia of Renal Disease. Blood Purif. 2016.

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2017: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Hematology
• 2013: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine
• 2007: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2021: Acıbadem Healthcare Group

Education

• 1992: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• 1998: Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital, Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology

Experience

• 2018: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology

Memberships

• [Membership details not provided]

Publications

• [Publication details not provided]

Languages

• [Language details not provided]

Education

• 2020 - 2024 Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital - Head of Internal Medicine Clinic Education and Administration
• 2016 - 2020 Haseki Training and Research Hospital - Head of Internal Medicine Clinic Education
• 2002 Taksim Training and Research Hospital - Internal Medicine
• 1995 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2024 Acıbadem Health Group
• 2024 Private Acıbadem Maslak Hospital - Specialist in Internal Medicine
• 2020 - 2024 Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic / Head of Internal Medicine Education and Administration
• 2020 Haseki Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic / Professor of Internal Medicine
• 2016 - 2020 Haseki Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic / Head of Internal Medicine Education
• 2012 Haseki Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic / Instructor in Internal Medicine
• 2012 Haseki Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic / Associate Professor of Internal Medicine
• 2002 - 2010 Haseki Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic / Specialist in Internal Medicine (Chief Assistant)
• 1997 - 2002 Taksim Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic / Assistant in Internal Medicine
• 1996 - 1997 Turkish Kidney Foundation Ahmet Ermiş Dialysis Center / General Practitioner

Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association
• Internal Medicine Association

Publications

• Inclusion body myositis triggered with long-term imatinib use. J Oncol Pharm Pract. 2023 Apr 10:10781552231168563. doi: 10.1177/10781552231168563. Deniz R, Güzelbey T, Narinoğlu S, Şirin Kalem G, Ekmen ŞA, Gündoğdu Ünverengil G, Karaali Z.
• The Evaluation of the Role of (Pro)hepcidin in Anemia Encountered in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases. J Clin Pract Res 2023; 45(3): 222-6 DOI: 10.14744/ctd.2022.95881 Acar S, Akyıldız M, Karaali Z, Poturoğlu Ş.
• Gastric Actinomycosis Resembling a Mass Presents with Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Diagnostic and Interventional Endoscopy. Diagn Interv Endosc. 2022; 1 (3):87-88.
• Role of ankle-brachial index measured by simple automatic sphygmomanometers in predicting postoperative kidney function in patients undergoing major cardiac surgery. Rev Nefrol Dial Transp. 2021; 41 (3): 192-201.
• Investigation of the metabolic effects of CETP gene rs289714 variation in coronary artery disease: A case-control study. Turk Kardiyoloji Dergisi 2020;48(7):673-682.
• Serum sirtuin 1 protein as a potential biomarker for type 2 diabetes: Increased expression of sirtuin 1 and the correlation with microRNAs. J Res Med Sci. 2019 Jun 25;24:56.
• Toll-Like Receptor 2 (TLR-2) gene polymorphism in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Celi J, 2019, 20 (4): 559-563.
• Association between polymorphisms of DNA repair genes and risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus in the Turkish population. Turk J Biochem 2017; doi 10.1515/tjb-2016-0107.
• Changes in the inflammatory markers with advancing stages of diabetic nephropathy and the role of pentraxin-3. Ren Fail 2016 Jul 19:1-6.
• rs3767140 SNP of the perlecan (HSPG2) gene affect diabetes mellitus through dyslipidemia? Cell Mol Biol. 2016, 62 (8): 35-39.

Education

• 2002: Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine
• 1997: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2009: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2008 - 2009: Medical Park Hospitals Group
• 2006 - 2007: Başkent University Research Hospital
• 2002 - 2006: Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

Memberships

• Marmara Diabetes Group
• Turkish Diabetes Foundation
• Metabolic Syndrome Association
• Turkish Diabetes Society
• European Association for the Study of Diabetes

Publications

• Urinary N-acetyl B glucosaminidase as an earlier marker of diabetic nephropathy and influence of low-dose perindopril/indapamide combination. Renal Failure 2006;28(2):125-8. Basturk T, Altuntas Y, Kurklu A, Aydın L, Eren N, Unsal A.
• Beneficial effect of lisinopril plus telmisartan in patients with type 2 diabetes, microalbuminuria and hypertension. Diabetes Res Clin Pract. 2006 Feb;71(2):210-9. Sengul A.M, Altuntas Y, Kurklu A, Aydın L.
• Improvement of metabolic control with lispro treatment in Type 1 Diabetes: The importance of basal insulin. Diabet Bilimi 2004;1:15-18. Şengül A.M, Sargın M, Kürklü A, Sargın H, Canberk E, Uçak S, Ersoy Ç.Y, Argon D, Altuntaş Y.
• Effects of statins on microalbuminuria in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Diabet Bilimi 2004;4:186-191. Aydın L, Kürklü A, Uçak S, Şengül A.M, Ersoy Ç.Y, Altuntaş Y.
• Comparison of the effects of carvedilol and metoprolol treatments added to patients after myocardial infarction on insulin resistance and serum lipids. Şeh Tıp Bülteni 38:1-2004. Basat O, Uçak S, Öztekin E, Şeber S, Kürklü A, Argon D, Altuntaş Y.
• Comparison of PAI-1 and fibrinogen levels in patients with acute myocardial infarction. Şeh Tıp Bülteni 45:3-2004. Kürklü A, Aydın L, Şengül A.M, Uçak S, Altuntaş Y.
• Rosiglitazone treatment added to oral antidiabetic combinations or insulin therapy provides metabolic control in Type 2 diabetics. Şeh Tıp Bülteni 38:1-2004. Uçak S, Basat O, Şeber S, Kürklü A, Ersoy Ç.Y, Altuntaş Y.
• Acarbose treatment added to other oral antidiabetics provides metabolic control in the first 6 weeks. Şeh Tıp Bülteni 37:3-2003. Uçak S, Basat O, Seber S, Ersoy Ö, Şengül A.M, Kürklü A, Baştürk T, Altuntaş Y.

Education

• 2009: Internal Medicine, İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
• 2002: Faculty of Medicine, Akdeniz University

Experience

• 2012: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2004 - 2009: İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Internal Medicine
• Turkish Nephrology Society

Publications

• Sociodemographic and Clinical Characteristics of Patients Monitored in Acibadem Oncology Center. Poster presented at the 7th National Congress of Medical Oncology, 22-26 September 2010.
• The Effect of The Treatment of Patients With Spondyloarthritis on Endothelial Functions. Final Thesis, 2009.
• Effect of Erythropoietin on Left Ventricular Wall Layer Thickness in Hemodialysis Patients. The Medical Journal of İzmir Atatürk Training Hospital, 2005, 43(2): 87-92.

Education

• 2018: Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine, Health Sciences University
• 2013: Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2026: Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, Specialist in Internal Medicine
• 2023 - 2026: Liv Hospital Ulus, Specialist in Internal Medicine
• 2020 - 2023: Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, Specialist in Internal Medicine
• 2019 - 2020: Giresun Dereli State Hospital, Ministry of Health, Specialist in Internal Medicine
• 2019: Giresun Bulancak State Hospital, Ministry of Health, Specialist in Internal Medicine
• 2018 - 2019: Giresun Dereli State Hospital, Ministry of Health, Specialist in Internal Medicine
• 2014 - 2018: Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Ministry of Health, Research Assistant (Resident Physician)
• 2013 - 2014: Trabzon Sürmene State Hospital, Ministry of Health, General Practitioner

Publications

• Comparison of clinical characteristics and outcomes of acute kidney injury in the elderly and younger hospitalized patients. Ukrainian Journal of Nephrology and Dialysis, 23-31, 2023. Yesilova, ID Toprak, YE Uzun, M Cengiz, BO Turkmen, H Yavuzer, G Kocak.
• Current Diagnosis and Treatment Approaches on Colon Polyps. Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Gastroenterohepatology, 2020. Yusuf Emre UZUN, Erdem AKBAL.
• Treatment of Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever by Favipiravir in a Patient with Novel Coronavirus Co-Infection. Ahmet Cumhur Dülger, Mustafa Yakarişik, Yusuf Emre Uzun, and Ahmet Melih Şahin. Eur J Case Rep Intern Med. 2020.
• The effects of high intensity-interval training on vaspin, adiponectin and leptin levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome. Archives of Physiology and Biochemistry, DOI: 10.1080/13813455.2019.1662450. H. Ş. Aktaş, Y. E. Uzun, O. Kutlu, H. H. Pençe, F. Özçelik, E. Ö. Çil, L. Irak, Ö. Altun, M. Özcan, N. Özsoy, Ş. Aydın Yoldemir, S. Kalyon, Y. Arman.

Education

• 1997: Hacettepe University Institute of Health Sciences
• 1987: Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Faculty of Military Medicine

Experience

• 2022: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2017: Acıbadem Altunizade Hospital / Reproductive Health and IVF Center, Head of Embryology Lab Training
• 2010 - 2017: Kadıköy Acıbadem Hospital / IVF Unit, Head of Embryology Lab
• 2006 - 2010: Istanbul GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital, IVF Unit
• 1999 - 2005: Ankara GATA Medical Faculty / IVF Unit, Lab Chief and Member of the Department of Histology and Embryology

Memberships

• Reproductive Medicine Association
• Histology and Embryology Association
• European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology
• Turkish Society of Infertility, Reproductive Endocrinology and Clinical Embryology
• Electron Microscopy Society

Publications

• Title: IVF outcomes after hysteroscopic metroplasty in patients with T-shaped uterus. Journal: Fertility Research and Practice (63): 40738_2019_63 (In Press) (SCI Indexed)
• Authors: Esra Uyar, Deniz Usal, Belgin Selam, Mehmet Cincik, Tayfun Bagis
• Evaluation of Sperm DNA Fragmentation via Halosperm Technique and TUNEL Assay Before and After Cryopreservation. Reprod Sci. 2019 Feb 4:1933719119828096. doi: 10.1177/1933719119828096. PMID: 30717629 (SCI Indexed)
• Cankut S, Dinc T, Cincik M, Ozturk G, Selam B. Comparison of DNA Fragmentation Rates in Sperm Samples Prepared By Mikrofluidic Chip, Swim-up and Gradient Methods. Maltepe Medical Journal, Volume 10, Issue 2/2018, Pages 49-53.
• Tugce Murtaz, Guler Ozturk, Mehmet Cincik, Belgin Selam. Clinical pregnancy after uterus transplantation. Fertil Steril. 2013 Jul 3. pii: S0015-0282(13)00727-9. doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2013.06.027. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 23830110.
• Erman Akar M, Ozkan O, Aydinuraz B, Dirican K, Cincik M, Mendilcioglu I, Simsek M, Gunseren F, Kocak H, Ciftcioglu A, Gecici O, Ozkan O. Preliminary results of the first human uterus transplantation from a multiorgan donor. Fertil Steril. 2013 Feb;99(2):470-6. doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2012.09.035. Epub 2012 Oct 18. PMID: 23084266.
• Ozkan O, Akar ME, Ozkan O, Erdogan O, Hadimioglu N, Yilmaz M, Gunseren F, Cincik M, Pestereli E, Kocak H, Mutlu D, Dinckan A, Gecici O, Bektas G. Immunolocalization of fibronectin during reparative dentinogenesis in rat molar teeth after pulp capping with mineral trioxide aggregate or calcium hydroxide. N Y State Dent J. 2011 Nov;77(6):36-42. PMID: 22338817.
• Bal C, Oztas N, Cincik M, Baris E. Perindopril, Atenelol, and Amlodipine prevent aortic ultrastructural changes in rats exposed to ethanol. Med Sci Monit. 2008 May;14(5):BR96-1028.
• Yokusoğlu M, Sağ C, Cincik M, Uzun M, Kayir H, Koz C, et al. Combination of hypoosmotic swelling and eosin Y exclusion test for sperm integrity evaluation and its correlations with other sperm parameters to predict ICSI cycles outcome. Archives of Andrology, 53:25-28, 2007.
• Cincik M, Ergur A.R, Tutuncu L, Muhcu M, Kilic M, Balaban B, Urman B. Ultrastructural changes on sperm after extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy in patients with distal ureteral stone. Archives of Andrology. 2006 Mar-Apr;52(2):139-43. PMID: 16443592.
• Bedir S, Kilciler M, Ozgok Y, Cincik M, Erbil M, Tuncel M. Effects of phototherapy on newborn rat testicles. Archives of Andrology. 2006 Jan-Feb;52(1):61-70. PMID: 16338871.

Languages

• Turkish (Native)
• English (Fluent)

Education

• 2023: Certificate in Clinical Applications of Assisted Reproductive Technologies
• 2017: Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Health Training and Research Hospital, Obstetrics and Gynecology
• 2012: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2021: Ankara Bilkent City Hospital / Training Officer / Associate Professor
• 2019 - 2021: Private Olbamed Hospital / Specialist Doctor
• 2018 - 2019: Health Sciences University Etlik Women's Health Training and Research Hospital / Specialist Doctor
• 2017 - 2018: Adilcevaz Oncology Hospital / Specialist Doctor
• 2013 - 2017: Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Health Training and Research Hospital / Assistant Physician
• 2012: Ünye State Hospital / General Practitioner

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics
• Turkish Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery Society
• Association for IVF and Infertility

Publications

• Comparison of two different suction curettage methods in cesarean scar pregnancy treatment. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth. 2024;24(1):717. Elmas B, Ozturk N, Kizil E, et al.
• Ideal timing of labor in terms of oxidative stress - which term period is best? Turkish Journal of Biochemistry, 49(1), 77-81. Yilmaz, G., Neselioglu, S., Ceylan, F., Elmas, B., Aydogdu, F., Erel, O., Uzunlar, O., Sarikaya, E., & Moraloglu Tekin, O.
• Which treatment should we choose for tubo-ovarian abscesses? Results of an 8-year clinical training in a tertiary center. Ginekol Pol. 2024;95(5):350-355. doi: 10.5603/gpl.96824. Bestel A, Günkaya OS, Aldıkactioglu Talmac M, Ballica Y, Çolak Yüksek S, Gedik Ozkose Z, Elmas B, Göksever Çelik H.
• The association of umbilical cord blood oxidative stress with maternal iron deficiency anemia: A tertiary center experience. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2024; 167(3): 1201-1206. Farisoğullari N, Tanaçan A, Sakcak B, et al.
• New Immunological Indexes for the Effect of Systemic Inflammation on Oocyte and Embryo Development in Women With Unexplained Infertility: Systemic Immune Response Index and Pan-Immune-Inflammation Value. Am J Reprod Immunol. 2024;92(3):el3923. doi: 10.1111/aji.13923. Topkara Sucu S, Goktuğ Kadioglu B, Elmas B, et al.
• Comparison of average platelet volume values in pregnant women diagnosed with threatened abortion between 10-12 weeks and healthy pregnant women. JGON. 2024;21(2): 128-33. Akkaya SK, Bedir Fındık R, Turmuş EG, Elmas B, Moraloğlu Tekin Ö.
• Do first-trimester subchorionic hematomas affect pregnancy outcomes? Zeitschrift für Geburtshilfe und Neonatologie, 227(01), 31-35. (2023) Elmas B., Özgü B. S., Zorlu, U., Koç, B. L., Ozdemir, E. U., Akkaya, S. K & Erkaya, S.
• Evaluation of maternal anxiety and depression levels in pregnancies with fetal anomalies. JGON. 2023;20(3): 1888-93. Laleli Koç B, Tuğrul Ersak D, Elmas B, Can KC, Kara Ö, Şahin D.
• The relationship between diaphragm thickness and the severity of the disease in pregnant patients with Covid-19. Taiwan J Obstet Gynecol. 2023;62(2):275-279.
• Could birth weight to placental weight ratio predict postpartum hemorrhage and neonatal intensive care unit admission? J Cali Physicians Surg Pak. 2022;32(12): 1557-1562. Elmas B, Simsek D, Dincgez B, Ozceltik G, Urun C, Akin HY.

Education

• 2012: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology
• 2004: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2013: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2012 - 2013: Sandıklı State Hospital, Afyonkarahisar

Education

• 2003 - Istanbul University, Faculty of Science

Experience

• 2020 - Acıbadem Health Group
• 2015 - MLP Health Services Inc.
• 2013 - 2015 - Koza IVF Center
• 2007 - 2012 - Private Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital

Education

• 2021: Ufuk University
• 2015: Karadeniz Technical University

Experience

• 2023: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Embryology
• IVF and Reproductive Health Center

Education

• 2015 - Marmara University, Faculty of Health Sciences

Experience

• 2017 - Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Lymphedema Treatment

Education

• 2006: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Medical Genetics

Experience

• 2023: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Medical Genetics

Education

• 2007: Atatürk University, Faculty of Medicine, Medical Genetics
• 1998: Atatürk University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2019: Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, Medical Genetics Clinic / Medical Genetics Specialist
• 2019: Acıbadem Labgen Genetic Evaluation Center / Director
• 2019: Acıbadem Labmed Ankara Tissue Typing Laboratory / Supervisor
• 2018 - 2019: Yeni Yüzyıl University, Gaziosmanpasa Hospital, Genetic Diagnosis Center / Medical Genetics Specialist / Istanbul
• 2013 - 2017: Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professor / Head of Genetic Diagnosis Center / Head of Tissue Typing Laboratory / Ankara
• 2013: Reprogenetics, Livingston, NJ, USA / Visiting Scholar
• 2012 - 2013: Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Health Training and Research Hospital, Genetic Diagnosis Center / Responsible Physician / Associate Professor / Ankara
• 2007 - 2012: Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Health Training and Research Hospital, Genetic Center / Responsible Physician / Specialist Doctor / Ankara
• 2008: Charite University, Institute of Transfusion Medicine, Berlin, Germany / Visiting Scholar
• 2003 - 2007: Atatürk University, Faculty of Medicine / Research Assistant / Erzurum
• 1998 - 2003: M.E.B. Health Education Center / Practitioner Doctor / Erzurum

Memberships

• American Society of Human Genetics
• Turkish Immunology Society
• Medical Genetics Society
• European Society of Human Genetics
• Transplantation Immunology and Genetics Society

Publications

• Yeşilyurt A, et al. Homozygous SQSTM1 nonsense variant identified in a patient with brainstem involvement. Brain Dev. 2021 Nov;43(10):1039-1043.
• Ustun N, et al. Association of vitamin D receptor gene FokI and TaqI polymorphisms and risk of RDS. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2019 Feb 27:1-7.
• Turhan T, et al. Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young due to Glucokinase, HNF1-A, HNF1-B, and HNF4-A Mutations in a Cohort of Turkish Children Diagnosed as Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. Horm Res Paediatr. 2018;90(4):257-265.
• Dai A, et al. Efficacy of stem cell therapy in ambulatory and nonambulatory children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy - Phase I-II. Degener Neurol Neuromuscul Dis. 2018 Oct 26;8:63-77.
• Bicer T, et al. Analysis of CYP1B1 in pediatric and adult glaucoma and other ocular phenotypes. Mol Vis. 2016 Oct 17;22:1229-1238.

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 1999: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Medical Oncology
• 1995: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Internal Medicine
• 1990: Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2013: Acıbadem Health Group

Publications

• "Fighting Cancer: What is Immunotherapy?"
• "Lifestyle Measures Against Breast Cancer"
• "Risk of Metastasis Decreases in Breast Cancer"

Education

• 2019: Professor / Medical Oncology
• 2014: Associate Professor / Medical Oncology
• 2012: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Oncology
• 2009: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine
• 2001 - 2003: 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine, Radiology
• 2001: Ondokuzmayıs University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2025: Acıbadem University / Department of Medical Oncology / Currently
• 2014 - 2025: Istanbul Medipol University / Department of Medical Oncology
• 2012 - 2014: Bursa Ali Osman Sönmez Oncology Hospital / Department of Medical Oncology
• 2009 - 2012: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine / Department of Medical Oncology
• 2004 - 2009: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine / Department of Internal Medicine
• 2001 - 2003: 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine / Department of Radiodiagnostics

Education

• 2010: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 2003: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 2002: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Oncology
• 1999: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine
• 1994: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2018: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2002 - 2009: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Faculty Member
• 2006 - 2008: Thomas Jefferson University, Breast Cancer Research (Research Fellow)
• 2005 - 2007: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Head of Medical Oncology Department
• 2003 - 2004: MD Anderson Cancer Center, Clinical Observer in Breast Cancer Clinical Research
• 1999 - 2002: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Oncology Residency
• 1994 - 1999: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine Residency

Memberships

• ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology)
• ESMO (European Society for Medical Oncology)
• Turkish Oncology Group
• Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Turkish Cancer Research and Control Society

Publications

• Cyclooxygenase-2 expression in gastrointestinal stromal tumours. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. 2010;11(4):849-53
• Renal cell carcinoma with intramuscular metastases detected by PET/CT. Acıbadem University Health Sciences Journal 2010: 1: 49-50
• Capecitabine: Use beyond breast and colorectal cancers. Remission Current Oncology Journal 2010: 10 (1): 27-39
• ERCC1 is not expressed in hepatocellular cancer: A Turkish Oncology Group. Journal of BUON 2010;15:794-796
• Prognostic value of excision repair cross-complementing gene 1 expression for cisplatin-based chemotherapy in advanced gastric cancer. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. 2010;11(1):181-5
• Clinical Course Of Breast Cancer Patients With Metastases Limited To The Liver Treated With Chemotherapy. Cancer J. 2008
• Protective Effects Of Carvedilol Against Anthracycline-Induced Cardiomyopathy. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2006
• Management of Cancer-Associated Venous Thrombosis. Vasc Health Risk Manag. 2006
• Irinotecan Plus Cisplatin Combination Against Metastatic Gastric Cancer: Phase II Study. Med Oncol. 2005
• A Randomized Clinical Trial Of Combination Chemotherapy With And Without Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin In Small Cell Lung Cancer. J Thromb Haemost. 2004

Interests

• Medical Oncology

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Education

• 2022: Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University, Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 2016: Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 2011: Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Training and Research Hospital / Medical Oncology
• 2011: DR AY Ankara Oncology Hospital / Medical Oncology Specialist
• 2010: European School of Oncology (ESO) Masterclass in Oncology / Switzerland
• 2008: Haseki Training and Research Hospital / Internal Medicine
• 2008: S.B Haseki EAH / Internal Medicine Specialist
• 1995: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2020: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2016: Acıbadem Health Group / Currently
• 2014: Department of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology Division, Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine / Assistant Professor in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
• 2013 - 2014: Department of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology Division, Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine / Specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
• 2011 - 2013: S.B Sakarya University Training and Research Hospital / Specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
• 2008 - 2011: Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Hospital / Research Assistant in Subspecialty
• 2003 - 2008: Haseki Training and Research Hospital / Research Assistant
• 1996 - 2003: Turkish Kidney Foundation Ahmet Ermiş Dialysis Center / Responsible Physician for Hemodialysis

Memberships

• American Society of Medical Oncology (ASCO)
• Turkish Medical Association
• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• European School of Oncology (ESO)

Publications

• "Which One is More Effective, Filgrastim or Lenograstim, During Febrile Neutropenia Attack in Hospitalized Patients with Solid Tumors?" Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. Özlem Uysal Sönmez et al.
• "Progesterone receptor status in determining the prognosis of estrogen receptor positive/HER2 negative breast carcinoma patients" J BUON. Özlem Uysal Sönmez et al.
• "Treatment Decisions Plans Matter in Elderly Patients with Gastrointestinal Cancer: Suboptimal or Optimal?" J BUON. Özlem Uysal Sönmez et al.
• "Assessment of tumor characteristics and factors affecting survival in patients with primary metastatic breast carcinoma: a Multicenter Study of the Anatolian Society of Medical Oncology". Özlem Uysal Sönmez et al.
• "Bevacizumab plus irinotecan in recurrent or progressive malignant glioma: a multicenter study of the Anatolian Society of Medical Oncology" J Cancer Res Clin Oncol. Özlem Uysal Sönmez et al.
• "Multicenter evaluation of patients with cutaneous malignant melanoma in Turkey: MELAS study". Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. Özlem Uysal Sönmez et al.
• "Primary anorectal malignant melanoma: rare but highly lethal malignancy". Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences. Özlem Uysal Sönmez et al.
• "Prognostic factors and treatment outcomes in 93 patients with uterine sarcoma from 4 centers in Turkey". Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. Özlem Uysal Sönmez et al.
• "XELOX vs. FOLFOX4 as second line chemotherapy in advanced pancreatic cancer". Hepatogastroenterology. Özlem Uysal Sönmez et al.
• "Hyperkalemia in a Patient with Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma probably due to Sorafenib". Türkiye Klinikleri J Med Sci. Özlem Uysal Sönmez et al.

Education

• 2012: Associate Professor
• 2011: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Oncology
• 2003: Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine
• 1999: Ege University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2014: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2011 - 2014: Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• 2005 - 2008: Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• 2004 - 2005: Derince 100-Bed Military Hospital
• 2004: Ministry of Health, Büyük Ada Dispensary

Memberships

• Turkish Medical Oncology
• American Society of Clinical Oncology
• European School of Oncology
• European Society of Medical Oncology

Publications

• 1. Korkmaz T, Seber S, Yavuzer D, Gumus M, Turhal NS. "Primary renal carcinoid: treatment and Crit Rev Oncol Hematol." 2013 Sep;87(3):256-64. doi: 10.1016/j.critrevonc.2013.02.003.
• 2. Karaday N, Kandem R NO, Yavuzer D, Korkmaz T, Gecmen G, Kokturk F. "Inducible nitric oxide synthase expression in gastric adenocarcinoma: impact on lymphangiogenesis and lymphatic metastasis." Diagn Pathol. 2013 Sep 17;8(1):151.
• 3. Karadayi N, Gecer M, Kayahan S, Yamuc E, Onak NK, Korkmaz T, Yavuzer D. "Association between human papillomavirus and endometrial adenocarcinoma." Med Oncol. 2013 Sep;30(3):597. doi:10.1007/sl2032-013-0597-5.
• 4. Korkmaz T, Seber S, Okutur K, Basaran G, Yumuk PF, Dane F, Ones T, Polat O, Madenci OC. "Prognostic role of initial PET/CT SUV max Value in Metastatic Gastric Adenocarcinoma." MOJ, 35-39 pp., 2012.
• 5. Korkmaz T, Seber S, Okutur K, Canhoroz M, Bilici A, Toptas T, Basaran G, Dede F, Yumuk F. "Breast cancer diabetes insipidus case with normal hypothalamo-hypophysial axis." Case Study and Case Report, 143-147 pp., 2012.
• 6. Korkmaz T, Ekici K, Seber S, Banzragch M, Kazan S, Dizen E, Mayadagli A. "Comparison of second line treatment outcomes between sensitive and refractory small cell lung cancer patients: a retrospective analysis." Clinical and Translational Oncology, 2012.
• 7. Korkmaz T, Seber S, Kefeli U, Sari E, Canhoroz M, Oven B, Yildirim E, Yasar N, Aydin D, Balvan O. "Netrin-1 Concentrations in patients with advanced gastric cancer and its relation with treatment." Biomarkers, 663-7 pp, 2012.
• 8. Kefeli U, Yildirim M, Aydin D, Madenci OC, Yasar N, Sener A, Mert AG, Yuksel S, Ercelep O. "Clinical outcome of breast cancer patients with N3a (≥10 positive lymph nodes)." Medical Oncology, 726-732 pp., 2011.
• 9. Basaran G, Cabuk D, Caglar HB, Gulluoglu B, Kaya H, Seber S, Korkmaz T, Telli F. "A 24-Year-Old Patient with Newly Diagnosed Tetralogy of Fallot without Complications." Okmeydanı Medical Journal, 2006;23(3); pp33-36.

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2013: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Neonatology
• 2005: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics

Experience

• 2017: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2015: Istanbul Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital / Neonatology Specialist
• 2013 - 2015: Diyarbakır Women’s and Children’s Hospital / Neonatology Specialist
• 2009 - 2013: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Research Assistant Doctor
• 2008 - 2009: Private Akpol Medical Center / Specialist Doctor
• 2007 - 2008: Akay Hospital / Specialist Doctor
• 2006 - 2007: Private Lokman Hekim Hospital / Specialist Doctor
• 2005 - 2006: Bayındır Hospital Neonatal Unit / Specialist Doctor
• 2000 - 2005: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics / Research Assistant Doctor

Memberships

• Turkish Neonatology Society

Publications

• Impact of mode of delivery on skin microcirculation in term healthy newborns within the first day of life. J Matem Fetal Neonatal Med 2017; 30: 673-677. Kulali F, Ergenekon E, Aktas S, Kazanci E, Ünal S, Hirfanoglu I, Onal E, Turkyilmaz C, Koc E, Atalay Y.
• Nitric oxide metabolites and asymmetric dimethylarginine concentrations in breast milk. MN GORM 2017; 23: 41-44. Öztürk H, Koç E, Özgürtaş T, Yeşildal F, Kazancı E, Aksu M, Özcan EK, Hirfanoglu İM, Önal E, Türkyılmaz C, Ergenekon E, Atalay Y.
• Effects of a closed system suction connector on airway resistance in ventilated neonates. Türk J Med Sci 2017; 47: 923-927. Ünal S, Ergenekon E, Kazanci E, Aktas S, Kulali F, Hirfanoglu İM, Turkyilmaz C, Atalay Y.
• Functional brain maturation of prematurely born, growth discordant monochorionic twins assessed by aEEG. Brain Dev 2016; 38: 100-2. Kazanci E, Gucuyener K, Ergenekon E, Aktas S.
• Perfusion index assessment during transition period of newborns: an observational study. BMC Pediatr 2016; 16: 164. Ünal S, Ergenekon E, Aktas S, Beken S, Altuntas N, Kazanci E, Kulali F, Hirfanoglu İM, Onal E, Turkyilmaz C, Koc E, Atalay Y.
• Neurodevelopment and long-term prognosis in preterm infants. Türkiye Klinikleri Journal of Pediatric Sciences 2015; 11:110-5. Gücüyener K, Kazanci E.
• Skinfold thickness of preterm newborns when they become late preterm infants. Nutr Clin Pract 2015; 30: 266-273. Simsek M, Ergenekon E, Beken S, Kulali F, Ünal S, Kazanci E, Aktas S, Altuntas N, Hirfanoglu I, Turkyilmaz C, Koç E, Atalay Y.
• Early and late neurological problems in late preterm and early term infants. Türkiye Klinikleri Journal of Pediatric Sciences 2014; 10: 35-42. Gücüyener K, Kazancı E. Listeria monocytogenes serotype 4b related neonatal sepsis: A case and literature review. Dicle Medical Journal 2014; 41:599-602. Tekay F, Özbek E, Kazancı E, Okur N, Demirel M, İpek MŞ. Hemolytic disease developing due to anti-E antibodies in a newborn. Journal of Child Health and Diseases. 2005; 48: 239-241. Tekşam Ö, Mercan YE, Kazancı E, Yiğit Ş.

Education

• 2006: Associate Professor, Ministry of Health Göztepe Training Hospital
• 2000: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Nephrology
• 1997: Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine
• 1989: Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2015: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2014 - 2015: Başkent University Istanbul Hospital, Nephrology Specialist
• 2013 - 2014: Medipol University Mega Hospital Complex
• 2009 - 2013: Private Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital
• 2000 - 2009: Ministry of Health Göztepe Training Hospital
• 2007 - 2008: UPENN Transplantation Institute, Philadelphia, USA
• 1998 - 2000: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Nephrology Department
• 1992 - 1997: Ministry of Health Okmeydanı Training Hospital

Memberships

• The Transplantation Society
• Turkish Nephrology Society
• TONKKD (Turkey Organ Transplantation Organizations Coordination Association)
• ERA-EDTA (European Renal Association - European Dialysis and Transplant Association)

Publications

• "8 Myths and Facts About Kidney Health"
• "9 Harms of Excess Salt to Your Health"

Education

• 2013: Medical Specialization Board, Intensive Care
• 2002: Ege University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 1995: Ege University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 1992: Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Neurology
• 1985: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2012: Acibadem University / Department of Neurology
• 2011: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 1988 - 2011: Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology
• 1992 - 1995: Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology
• 1991 - 1992: Oregon Health Sciences University, Neurology and Neuroimmunology Department, USA
• 1987 - 1988: İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
• 1985 - 1987: Ankara Numune Hospital

Memberships

• İzmir Medical Chamber
• European Federation of Neurological Societies (EFNS)
• European Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ESPEN)
• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Turkish Neurology Society (Member of Multiple Sclerosis, Neuroimmunology, Neuro-Behçet Working Group, Co-Founder of Neurological Intensive Care Working Group)
• Clinical Enteral Parenteral Nutrition Association (KEPAN)
• İzmir Multiple Sclerosis Association
• Turkish Society of Cerebrovascular Diseases

Publications

• "Cocaine-induced multifocal leukoencephalopathy mimicking Balo's concentric sclerosis: A 2-year follow-up with serial imaging of a single patient." Multiple Sclerosis and Related Diseases 2018;19:96-98.
• "Onabotulinumtoxin A effectiveness on chronic migraine, negative emotional states and sleep quality: a single-center prospective study." The Journal of Headache and Pain 2017;18:23.
• "Relationship between MIDAS, depression, anxiety and alexithymia in migraine patients." Acta Neurologica Belgica, 2017 Nov. doi: 10.1007/s13760-017-0856-x.
• "Differences between General Neurologist and Multiple Sclerosis Specialists in the management of MS patients; A National Survey." Archives of Neuropsychiatry June 2017 DOI: 10.5152/npa.2017.19387.
• "Quantification of Brain Atrophy in Early Multiple Sclerosis and Its Clinical Relevance." Journal of Neurological Sciences [Turkish] 2016;33:2#48;233-243.
• "Analyses of the Turkish National Intravenous Thrombolysis Registry." Journal of Stroke & Cerebrovascular Diseases 2016 Volume: 25 Issue: 5 Pages: 1041-1047.
• "Assessment of Early Cognitive Impairment in Patients with Clinically Isolated Syndromes and Multiple Sclerosis." Behavioural Neurology 04/2014; 2014(6)., DOI:10.1155/2014/637694.
• "Migren tedavisinde Botulinum toksini." Archives of Neuropsychiatry, 2013;50(1):36-40.
• "Optic Neuritis: Visual Outcome and Risk Factors for the Development of Multiple Sclerosis in Western Turkey." Neuro-Ophthalmology 2011;35(3);115-120.
• "Quality of life in multiple sclerosis patients with urinary disorders. Reliability and validity of the Turkish version of Qualiveen." Journal of Neurological Sciences [Turkish] 2010; 27:(1)# 22; 043-049.
• "Cerebral cortical and deep venous thrombosis without sinus thrombosis: clinical MRI correlates." Acta Neurologica Scandinavica 2006:114:254-260.
• "Optic neuropathy and chiasmopathy as presenting manifestations of systemic lupus erythematosus." Neuro-Ophthalmology 2004; 28:183-186.
• "An unusual case of Behcet's Disease presenting with bilateral internal carotid artery occlusion." J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 2002;73:343.
• "Serum and cerebrospinal fluid nitrite and nitrate levels in relapsing-remitting and secondary progressive multiple sclerosis patient." Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery 2001;103:206-211.
• "Generalised tonic-clonic status epilepticus: causes, treatment, complications and predictors of case fatality." Journal of Neurology 1998;245:640-646.

Languages

• Turkish (Native)
• English (Fluent)

Education

• 1998: Neurology, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• 1987 - 1994: Faculty of Medicine, Akdeniz University
• 1984 - 1987: Antalya High School

Experience

• 2000: Acıbadem Health Group
• 1998 - 2000: Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• 1998: Istanbul University, Çapa Medical Faculty
• 1996 - 1997: Marmara University Medical Faculty
• 1997: Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Memberships

• Turkish Neurology Association

Publications

• "Anesthesia-Related Acute Clinical Deterioration in a Patient Diagnosed with Wilson's Disease" - Neuropsychiatry Archives, March 2008, 21-22. Yalınay D P, Turan T, Aydınlar I E, Kaymakoğlu S, Onur E, Keskinbora K.
• "About Life" - Dr. Elif Ilgaz Aydınlar, Prof. Dr. Nevzat Tarhan, 1st Edition 2008, Epsilon Publishing.
• "Pregnancy in the 30s and 40s" - Dr. Elif Ilgaz Aydınlar, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Arda Lembet, 1st Edition 2008, Epsilon Publishing.
• "Intranasal Lidocaine in Preventing Migraine Attacks" - Kırıkkale University Medical Faculty Journal, Volume: 1, Issue: 2, Page: 47, 1999. Akın Yıldız, Ali K. Erdemoğlu, Elif Ilgaz, Edip Ilgaz, Ata Demirel.

Articles in Acıbadem Life

• "Surgical Method Reducing Stroke Risk for Pain in the Back of the Head"

Education

• 2016: Cincinnati Children's Medical Center, Pediatric Headache Center - Observer
• 2013: Associate Professor of Neurology
• 2010: Istanbul University Institute of Health Sciences, Electrophysiology/DATE - Master's in Neuroscience
• 2007: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine - Assistant Professor
• 2000: Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Neurology
• 1998: Houston Baylor College, Neurology Department - Observer
• 1986 - 1994: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2002: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2000 - 2002: 29 Mayıs Hospital
• 1995 - 2000: Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Neurology Society
• Turkish Clinical Neurophysiology EEG EMG Society
• European Neurology Society

Publications

• "A Single Center Retrospective Study of Onabotulinumtoxin A for Treatment of 245 Chronic Migraine Patients: Survey Results of A Real-World Experience" Acta Neurologica Belgica 2018
• "Electromyography in Pediatric Population" Archives of Neuropsychiatry 2018;55:36-39
• "Onabotulinumtoxin A effectiveness on chronic migraine, negative emotional states and sleep quality: a single-center prospective study" The Journal of Headache and Pain 2017;18:23
• "Relationship between MIDAS, depression, anxiety and alexithymia in migraine patients" Acta Neurologica Belgica 2017;16
• "Analysis of Motor Unit Firing Characteristics in Patients with Motor Neuron Diseases" Somatosensory and Motor Research. 2016;24:1-4
• "Pain Levels of Examined Muscles and Gender Differences in Pain During Electromyography" Pain. 2015;27:79-82
• "The relationships between migraine, depression, anxiety, stress and sleep disturbances" Acta Neurol Belg. 2015 Jun;115(2):117-22
• "The relation of sexual function to migraine-related disability, depression and anxiety in patients with migraine" J Headache Pain. 2014 May 27;15:32
• "Expected and Experienced Pain Levels in Electromyography" Archives of Neuropsychiatry 2013;50:364-367
• "Diagnostic use of dermatomal somatosensory evoked potentials in spinal disorders: a case series" The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2013;36(10):672-678
• "Migren Tedavisinde Botulinum Toksini" Nöropsikiyatri Arşivi, 2013;50(1):36-40
• "Association between somatic amplification, anxiety, depression, stress and migraine" The Journal of Headache and Pain, 2013;14:53
• "Clinical events in psychogenic non-epileptic seizures based on semiological seizure classification" Neurological Research (ISSN: 01616412), 2013;35(10):1070-1075

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2015 - Neurology, Ord. Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Mental Health and Diseases Training and Research Hospital
• 2010 - Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2018 - Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Neurology

Memberships

• N/A

Publications

• N/A

Languages

• N/A

Education

• 2005: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurology
• 2000: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Neurology

Education

• 2022: Professor
• 2018: Clinical Fellow, Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi-GSpine 4, Milan, Italy
• 2017: Associate Professor
• 2013: Assistant Professor
• 2012: Clinical Fellow, Department of Spine Surgery, Basel University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland
• 2010: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery
• 2004: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2023 - 2026: Memorial Ankara Hospital, Neurosurgery Department / Professor
• 2023 - 2025: Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department / Professor
• 2022 - 2023: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department / Professor
• 2017 - 2022: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department / Associate Professor
• 2013 - 2017: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department / Assistant Professor
• 2012 - 2013: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department / Instructor
• 2011 - 2012: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department / Specialist
• 2010 - 2011: Batman Regional State Hospital (State Service Obligation) / Specialist
• 2004 - 2010: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department / Research Assistant

Memberships

• AO Spine
• Ankara Medical Chamber
• Eurospine
• Turkish Spine Society
• Turkish Neurosurgery Society

Publications

• The influence of percutaneous vertebral augmentation techniques on recompression in patients with osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures. Percutaneous vertebroplasty vs Balloon kyphoplasty. World Neurosurg. 2023 Aug;176:e447-e455. Authors: Sahinturk Fikret, Sonmez Erkin, Ayhan Selim, Gulsen Salih, Yilmaz C.
• Letter: Sacroplasty Augmentation of Instrumented Pelvic Reconstruction After High Sacrectomy: A Technical Case Report. Operative Neurosurgery (SCI-Exp: Science Citation Index-Expanded), 2022; Authors: Fikret Şahintürk, Selim Ayhan, Erkin Sönmez, Salih Gülşen, Cem Yılmaz.
• Spontaneous vaginal extrusion of the distal catheter of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt. Ceska a Slovenska Neurologie a Neurochirurgie (SCI-Exp), 2020;83/116(2):207-208. Authors: Fikret Sahinturk, Erkin Sonmez, Nur Altinors.
• Aneurysmal Bone Cyst in a Renal Transplant Patient. Experimental and Clinical Transplantation (SCI-Exp), 2019; Authors: F SAHİNTÜRK, E SONMEZ, N ALTINORS, A TERZİ, M HABERAL.
• Vertebral Body Lipoma: An Unusual Pathology Treated With Kyphoplasty. Spine (SCI-Exp), 2018; 43(19):1170-1173. Authors: Fikret Şahintürk, Ümit Akın Dere, Erkin Sönmez, Nur Altınörs, Ayşen Terzi.
• Cervical Spinal Ependymoma With Hemorrhage in a Renal Transplant Patient. Exp Clin Transplant (SCI-Exp), 2018; Authors: F Şahintürk, ÜA Dere, M Kırnap, E Sönmez, N Altınörs, Ö Özen, M Haberal.
• Intracranial Fungal Infection After Solid-Organ Transplant. Exp Clin Transplant (SCI-Exp), 2018; 16(Suppl1):179-182. Authors: F Şahintürk, H Demirkaya, ÜA Dere, E Sönmez, N Altınörs, G Moray, M Haberal.
• Brown Tumor of the Thoracic Spine: First Manifestation of Primary Hyperparathyroidism. Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society (SCI-Exp), 2015; 358(4):389-392. Authors: Erkin Sönmez, Tugan Tezcaner, İlker Çöven, Ayşen Terzi.
• The Alice in Wonderland syndrome: an unusual case in acute disseminated encephalomyelitis. American Journal of Emergency Medicine (SCI-Exp), 2013; 31(638):e1-e3. Authors: İlker Çöven, Bahriye Horasanlı, Erkin Sönmez, Gökçen Çoban, Şefik Dener.
• Vertebroplasty. Journal of Neurosurgery-Spine (SCI-Exp), 2011; Feb; 14(2):300-300. Authors: Erkin Sönmez, Hakan Caner.

Education

• 2010: Ankara Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital, Neurosurgery
• 2001: Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Neurosurgery

Education

• 2008: Namık Kemal University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 1998: SSK Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professor
• 1988: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery
• 1981: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2013: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2010 - 2013: Chief of Neurosurgery Clinic, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital / Professor
• 2009 - 2010: Board Member, Namık Kemal University Faculty of Science
• 2008 - 2010: Board Member, Namık Kemal University Faculty of Medicine, Faculty Council Member
• 2008 - 2010: Head of Neurosurgery Department, Namık Kemal University Faculty of Medicine, Professor
• 2008 - 2009: Vice Dean, Namık Kemal University Faculty of Medicine
• 2001 - 2008: Chief of Neurosurgery Clinic, Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professor
• 2000 - 2001: Neurosurgery Specialist, Deputy Chief, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professor
• 1998 - 2000: Neurosurgery Specialist, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professor
• 1990 - 1998: Specialist Doctor, Neurosurgery Clinic, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• 1995: Clinical Observer, Katharinen Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic, Stuttgart, Germany
• 1995: Clinical Observer, Johannes Gutenberg University Neurosurgery Clinic, Mainz, Germany
• 1988 - 1990: Neurosurgery Specialist, Çorlu Military Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Turkish Neurosurgery Society Neuro-Oncological Surgery Teaching and Training Group
• Turkish Neurosurgery Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Teaching and Training Group
• Society of Nervous System Surgery
• Turkish Medical Association

Education

• 2006: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery
• 2001: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2022: Istanbul AREL University - Professor
• 2021: Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital - Associate Professor
• 2014: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine - Associate Professor
• 2009 - 2014: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine - Specialist
• 2011 - 2012: University of Wisconsin, Department of Neurological Surgery - Clinical Observer
• 2008 - 2009: Konya Military Hospital - Medical Lieutenant
• 2008: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine - Specialist
• 2007 - 2008: Doğubayazıt State Hospital (Compulsory Service) - Specialist
• 2006 - 2007: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine - Specialist
• 2001 - 2006: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine - Resident

Publications

• Management of pediatric Sylvian arachnoid cysts. A retrospective study. Ideggyogy Sz 2025;78(3^t): 127-135. doi.org/10.18071/isz.78.0127
• Evaluation of Postoperative Prognosis on Carotid Endarterectomy: Single Center Experience. Türk Neurosurg 35(1):62-67, 2025. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.46537-24.2
• Hybrid Positron Emission Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Guided Microsurgical Management of Glial Tumors: Case Series and Review of the Literature. Diagnostics (Basel). 2024 Jul 18; 14(14): 1551. doi: 10.3390/diagnostics14141551. PMID: 39061688
• Organelle-level toxicity of nanometals relevant to titanium implants. Original research and comprehensive literature overview. Tissue Cell. 2024 Nov 10;91:102612. doi: 10.1016/j.tice.2024.102612. Online ahead of print. PMID: 39546971
• The Utility of Neuroendoscopic Approach for Pineal Region Lesions: Single-Centre Experience. Türk Neurosurg. 2024;34(6): 1093-1101. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.44904-23.4. PMID: 39474950
• Could fluorescein staining in low grade glial tumors guide for peroperative differentiation of pathological types? Turkish Neurosurg. Received: 19.10.2022, Accepted: 28.12.2022, Published online: 31.05.2023, DOI: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.42622-22.2
• The efficacy of indocyanine green video angiography during carotid endarterectomy: An institutional experience. Turkish Neurosurg. Received: 18.06.2022, Accepted: 22.10.2022, Published online: 31.05.2023. DOI: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.41368-22.2
• Defining the Temporal and Occipital Lobes: Cadaveric Study with Application to Neurosurgery of the Inferior Brain. World Neurosurg. 2024 Mar; 83:e540-e548. doi: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.12.139. Epub 2023 Dec 30. PMID: 38163584
• Posterior fossa epidermoid tumors: a single-center study and proposed classification system. Br J Neurosurg 2024 Oct;38(5): 1091-1099. doi: 10.1080/02688697.2021.2022099. Epub 2022 Jan 17. PMID: 35037530
• Anterior Subcutaneous Transposition With Expanded Polytetrafluoroethylene (ASTEP) for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Technical Note. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown). 2020 Sep 15; 19(4):E337-E342. doi: 10.1093/ons/opaa081. PMID: 32428226

Memberships

• [Details not provided]

Languages

• [Details not provided]

Education

• 2010: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 2005: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 1996: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery
• 1990: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2009: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2005 - 2009: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Associate Professor
• 1998 - 2005: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Assistant Professor
• 1998 - 1999: University of Arkansas Spine Research Fellow, UAMS, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
• 1996 - 1998: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgery Specialist
• 1990 - 1996: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgery Residency

Memberships

• Turkish Medical Association
• Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Turkish Neurosurgery Society Spinal Surgery Group
• North America Spine Society (NASS)
• Turkish Spine Society
• European Spine Society, Eurospine
• Society of Neurological Surgery

Publications

• Pigmented villonodular synovitis of the spine: report of a lumbar case. Turk Neurosurg. 20(2):251-256 (2010)
• Intraventricular Hemorrhage as an Unusual Presenting Form of Sneddon’s Syndrome. World Neurosurgery 73(4):411-413 (2010)
• Upper Lumbar Disc Herniation. The Journal of Turkish Spine Surgery; 20: 17-24 (2009)
• Combined Anterior and Posterior Surgical Approaches for Patients with Multisegmental Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: Outcome Analysis. J. Clin. Neurosci. 16(3): 404-409 (2009)
• Microvessel density and vascular endothelial growth factor expression as predictors of children's survival from cerebellar medulloblastoma. J Clin Neurosci. 16(9): 1199-1202 (2009)
• Transmandibular approach for upper cervical pathologies: report of 2 cases and review of the literature Turk Neurosurg. 18(3): 271-275 (2008)
• Sacrococcygeal Chordoma Mimicking Lipoma: Case Report. World Spine Journal; 2(3): 148-151 (2007)
• Spinal meningiomas: evaluation of 41 patients. J Neurosurg Sci; 49 (1): 7-11 (2005)
• A retrospective review of cervical corpectomy: indications, complications and outcome. Acta Neurochir; 146 (10): 1099-1105 (2004)
• The second segment of the vertebral artery and its branches. Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine; 3: 299-305 (2004)

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2006: European Board Certificate in Nuclear Medicine (FEBNM)
• 2005 - 2006: University of Pennsylvania, Department of Radiology (Nuclear Medicine) (Research Fellow)
• 2000: Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine, Nuclear Medicine
• 1992: Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2017 - 2024: Health Sciences University, Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine / Prof. Dr. Faculty Member
• 2007 - 2024: Educational and Administrative Responsible (Clinical Chief), Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Nuclear Medicine Clinic
• 2021 - 2023: Chairman of the Board, Turkish Society of Nuclear Medicine
• 2014 - 2021: Secretary General of the Board, Turkish Society of Nuclear Medicine
• 2017 - 2020: Health Sciences University, Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine / Prof. Dr. Head of Nuclear Medicine Department
• 2014 - 2019: Editor-in-Chief, Istanbul Medical Journal
• 2015 - 2018: Assistant Editor, Nuclear Medicine Seminars
• 2015 - 2017: Sakarya University, Faculty of Medicine / Prof. Dr. Head of Nuclear Medicine Department
• 2012 - 2014: Assistant Editor, Istanbul Medical Journal
• 2006 - 2007: Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine / Assoc. Prof. Dr.
• 2001 - 2006: Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine / Assist. Prof. Dr.
• 2000 - 2001: Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine / Specialist Dr.
• 1995 - 2000: Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine / Research Assistant
• 1993 - 1995: Bolu State Hospital / Dr.
• 1992 - 1993: Siirt Eruh State Hospital / Dr.

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Nuclear Medicine
• European Association of Nuclear Medicine

Education

• 2011: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Nuclear Medicine
• 2006: Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2024: Health Sciences University, Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, Department of Nuclear Medicine
• 2020 - 2024: Ministry of Health, Çam and Sakura City Hospital
• 2011 - 2020: SBÜ Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital / Nuclear Medicine Specialist

Publications

• Can post neoadjuvant chemotherapy 18F-FDG PET/CT predict residual cancer burden in locally advanced breast cancer? Medicine Nucleaire, 2024; 48(3), 141-149. O. Vural Topuz, T.S. Akkurt, G.U. Erdem, E.M. Kaya, M. Kaya, B.E. Akkaş.
• Molecular Imaging in GIST and Primary Peritoneal Tumors. Nucl Med Semin. 2024 Jul; 10(2): 159-169. doi:10.4274/nts.galenos.2024.0013.
• Cervical Cancer Metastasis to the Stomach Masquerading as Primary Gastric Cancer: A Case Report of a Rare Metastasis Detected via 18F-FDG PET/CT. Nuklearmedizin. 2024; 63: 221-223. Vural Topuz O, Bağbudar S.
• Baseline Ga-68 PSMA PET-Derived Primary Tumor Parameters in Patients with Prostate Cancer and Their Association with Clinical Risk Stratification and Clinicopathologic Features. World Journal of Nuclear Medicine (2024).
• A different perspective on 18F-FDG PET radiomics in colorectal cancer patients: The relationship between intra & peritumoral analysis and pathological findings. Rev Esp Med Nucl Imagen Mol (Engl Ed). 2023; 42: 359-366. Vural Topuz Ö, Aksu A.
• A Rare Case of Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma with Liver Metastases. Indian Journal of Nuclear Medicine, 2022; 37: 186-188.
• The Evaluation of Preoperative 18F-FDG PET/CT in Patients with Endometrial Cancer and the Correlation Between PET Parameters and Postoperative Pathology. Mol Imaging Radionucl Ther. 2022; 31: 16-22. Vural Topuz Ö, Aksu A, Erinç S.R., Tamam M.Ö.
• Dual time point imaging of staging PSMA PET/CT quantification; spread and radiomic analyses. Ann Nucl Med. 2022; 36: 310-318. Aksu A, Vural Topuz Ö, Yılmaz G, Çapa Kaya G, Yılmaz B.
• Prediction of early biochemical response after 177Lu-PSMA radioligand therapy with 68Ga-PSMA PET, a different perspective with quantitative parameters. Nucl Med Commun. 2022; 10.1097.
• A case of soft tissue hematoma detected incidentally on 99m TC-labelled RBC gastrointestinal bleeding SPECT/CT. Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2022; 28: 113-115. Erinç R, Vural Topuz Ö, Tamam M.Ö.

Education

• 2025 Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University

Experience

• 2026 Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2021 Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University, Faculty of Health Sciences

Experience

• 2021 Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2020 - 2025 Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University

Experience

• 2025 Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2024 Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University

Experience

• 2024 Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2018: Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University
• 1992 - 1995: Istanbul University Institute of Health Sciences
• 1983 - 1987: Hacettepe University School of Health Technology

Experience

• 2023: Acıbadem Health Group
• 1989 - 2011: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1987 - 1988: Denizli State Hospital

Memberships

• KEPAN (Clinical Enteral Parenteral Nutrition Association)
• ESPEN (The European Society For Clinical Nutrition And Metabolism)
• Turkish Dietitians Association

Education

• 2011: Specialization in Perinatology, Medical Specialty Board
• 2007: Associate Professor, Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
• 2000: Medical Doctor, Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology

Experience

• 2010: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2007 - 2009: Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
• 2005 - 2007: Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
• 2004 - 2005: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
• 2001 - 2004: Pakize Tarzi Hospital
• 2000 - 2001: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Basel, Prenatal Diagnosis Unit

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine and Perinatology (MFT-PD)
• Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Society (TJOD)
• International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ISUOG)

Publications

• 1. First trimester diagnosis of sacrococcygeal teratoma using two- and three-dimensional ultrasound. Batukan C, Ozgun MT, Basbug M. J Clin Ultrasound. 39, 160-163, (2011)
• 2. The influence of obesity on ICSI outcomes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome. Ozgün, M.T., Uludağ, S., Öner, G., Batukan, C., Aygen, E.M., Y. Sahin. J Obstet Gynaecol, 31, 245-9, (2011)
• 3. Prenatal diagnosis of fetal hypothyroidism after maternal radioactive iodine exposure during pregnancy. Basbug M., Ozgun M.T., Murat N., Batukan C., Ozcelik B., S. Kurtoglu. J Clin Ultrasound, 38, 506-8, (2010)
• 4. Cervical ripening before operative hysteroscopy in premenopausal women: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled comparison of vaginal and oral misoprostol. Batukan C., Özgün M.T., Özçelik B., Aygen E., Şahin Y., C. Türkyılmaz. Fertil Steril, 89, 966-973 (2008)
• 5. Sacrococcygeal teratoma in a fetus with prenatally diagnosed partial trisomy 10q (10q24.3-qter) and partial monosomy 17p (p13.3-pter). Batukan C., Özgün M.T., Başbuğ M., Cağlayan O., Dündar M., N. Murat. Prenat Diagn, 27, 365-368 (2007)
• 6. Sildenafil reduces postoperative adhesion formation in a rat uterine horn model. Batukan C., Özgün M.T., Başbuğ M., I.I. Müderris. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol, 135, 183-187 (2007)
• 7. Prenatal diagnosis of right atrial isomerism (Asplenia-syndrome): Case report. Batukan C., Schwabe W., Heling K.S., Hartung J. and R Chaoui. Ultraschall Med, 26, 234-238 (2005)
• 8. Sonographic findings of fetuses with an empty renal fossa and normal amniotic fluid volume. Yüksel A., C. Batukan, Fetal Diagn Ther, 19, 525-532 (2004)
• 9. Fetal cerebellar hemorrhage in a severely growth-restricted fetus: natural history and differential diagnosis from Dandy-Walker malformation. Yüksel A., C. Batukan. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol, 22, 178-81 (2003)
• 10. Bedside estimation of Down syndrome risk during first-trimester ultrasound screening. Herman A., Dreazen E., Herman A.M., Batukan C., Holzgreve W., S. Tercanli. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol, 20, 468-475 (2002)
• 11. Prenatal diagnosis of an infratentorial subdural hemorrhage: case report. Batukan C., Holzgreve W., Bubl R., Visca E., Radü E.W., S. Tercanli. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol, 19, 407-409 (2002)

Education

• 2003: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 1997: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 1992: Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology
• 1984: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2011: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2006 - 2011: Anatolia IVF Center, Ankara
• 1994 - 2011: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• 2000: The Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine, Division of Reproductive Medicine and Infertility, Baltimore, USA / Training in Infertility, IVF, Microinjection, and Reproductive Endocrinology with Prof. Howard A. Zacur and Dr. Jairo Garcia for two weeks
• 2000: Chattanooga Women's LASER Center, Tennessee, USA / Training in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery and Urogynecology with Dr. C.Y. Liu for two weeks
• 1994 - 1997: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Assistant Professor
• 1994 - 1997: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Assistant Professor
• 1995: Tel-Aviv University, Assaf Harofeh Medical School / Training in IVF and Micromanipulation with Dr. Raphael Ron-El
• 1992 - 1994: Selçuk State Hospital, Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• 1986 - 1992: Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• 1989 - 1990: St. Mary's Medical School, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, London / Training in Infertility and Reproductive Endocrinology with Prof. Stephen Franks for six months
• 1989 - 1990: University of London, Royal Postgraduate Medical School / Research fellowship in Tubal Microsurgery, Laparoscopy, and IVF with Prof. R.M.L. Winston for one year
• 1984 - 1986: Eskişehir Health Center

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics, General Secretary (2002-2004); President (2004-2008); Second President (2008-Present)
• Ankara Gynecology Association, General Secretary (1999-2001); Board Member (2001-2004)
• Founding Member, General Secretary of the Contraception and Reproductive Health Association (2000-2005); Vice President (2005-Present)
• Board Member of the Urogynecology Association (2001-2005)
• Founding Member and Treasurer of the Gynecological Endoscopy Association (2002-2005); Board Member (2005-2007)

Publications

• "ICSI Outcome Following Conservative Fertility Sparing Management Of Endometrial Cancer" Reprod Biomed Online. 2009 Mar;18(3):416-20
• "Use Of Pictorial Chart For Managing Menorrhagia Among Turkish Women" Journal Of The Turkish-German Gynecological Association. 2008; 9(1):35-37
• "Intravenous Leiomyomatosis Treated With Aromatase Inhibitor Therapy" Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2008 Jun;101(3):299-300
• "Effects Of Ritodrine Hydrochloride Tocolysis On Echocardiographic Parameters" J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2007 Oct;20(10):751-5
• "Incidence Of Stress Urinary Incontinence Among Women In Turkey" International Urogynecology Journal 2006; 17: 604-610
• "Uterine Lipoma And Coincidental Cervical Cancer: A Case Report" Int J Gynecol Cancer. 2006 Jan-Feb;16(1):445-7
• "Turkish Adolescents Knowledge On And Attitude Toward Emergency Contraception" J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol. 2006 Dec;19(6):391-5
• "The Effects Of Rosiglitazone And Metformin On Menstrual Cyclicity And Hirsutism In Polycystic Ovary Syndrome" Gynecol Endocrinol. 2005 Sep;21(3):154-60
• "Guidance Of Laparoscopic Ultrasonography In The Management Of Ovarian Cysts" Gynaecological Endoscopy Mar 2005; 60(2):63-6

Languages

• Turkish (Native)
• English (Fluent)

Education

• 2013: Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kafkas University Faculty of Medicine
• 2007 - 2013: Associate Professor, Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
• 1996: Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Training and Research Hospital
• 1991: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2015: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2014: Training Officer, Etlik Zübeyde Hanım Training and Research Hospital (Secondment)
• 2012 - 2013: Training Officer and Education Coordinator for Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics, Etlik Zübeyde Hanım Training and Research Hospital
• 2013: Education Director, Etlik Zübeyde Hanım Training and Research Hospital
• 2012: Assistant Chief of Clinic, Etlik Zübeyde Hanım Training and Research Hospital
• 1999 - 2012: Chief Assistant, Etlik Zübeyde Hanım Training and Research Hospital
• 1999: Gynecological Endoscopic Surgery Training, Hôpital Français Reine Elisabeth and Institut Médical Edith Cavell, Brussels, Belgium
• 1997 - 1998: Specialist Doctor, GATA Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• 1997: Military Service, Sahra Sıhhiye School
• 1997: Chief Assistant, SSK Ankara Maternity and Women's Diseases Training Hospital
• 1992 - 1996: Assistant Doctor, Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Hospital
• 1991 - 1992: Mandatory Service, Ankara Oncology Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery Association
• Turkish Society of Reproductive Health and Infertility (TSRM)
• European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
• American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL)
• Member of Hospital Ethics Committee
• Gynecological Endoscopy Society (JED)
• Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics (TJOD)
• President of Kars Branch
• Minimal Invasive Gynecology Association (MİJİD)
• Turkish Family Planning Association
• Member of the Scientific Committee of the Ministry of Health of Turkey for Pregnant Class
• Member of the Scientific Committee of the Ministry of Health of Turkey for Assisted Reproductive Techniques (ART)
• Member of the Ministry of Health of Turkey Postpartum Care Program Commission
• Member of ISO 9000 Quality System Program 2000 version quality management

Publications

• An unusual location of a vulvar leiomyoma. J Obstet Gynaecol, 2015 Feb;35(2):210-1
• Evaluation of pain during hysterosalpingography with the use of balloon catheter vs metal canula. J Obstet Gynaecol 2015 Feb;35(2):193-8.
• The effect of endometrial thickness and pattern on pregnancy outcome in IVF/ICSI cycles. Plat Glo J Med Med Sci, 2015 10(10):l-6.
• Severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome in spontaneous pregnancy treated successfully with cabergoline. Proceedings in Obstetrics and Gynecology 2014;4(3):9[6p].
• Meckel Gruber syndrome diagnosed in two consecutive pregnancies. Proceedings in Obstetrics and Gynecology 2014;4(3):7[5p].
• Evaluation of cesarean indications and rates between 2006-2010 at Etlik Zübeyde Hanım Training and Research Hospital. Ortadoğu Medical Journal / Ortadoğu Tip Dergisi. 2013, Vol. 5 Issue 2, p57-60.
• Laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy: analysis of 35 consecutive cases. Gynecol Obstet Reprod Med 2006;12(1):39-41.
• Recurrent Echinococcal Disease of Liver in Pregnancy. Gynecol Obstet Reprod Med 2005;11:72-73.
• Hysteroscopic management of intrauterine lesions in postmenopausal women. J Turkish German Gynecol Assoc 2005;6(4):266-68.
• Laparoscopic management of selected cystic adnexal masses in postmenopausal women. J Turkish German Gynecol Assoc 2005;6(3):220-222.

Languages

• Turkish (Native)
• English (Proficient)

Additional Information

• Specializes in gynecological endoscopy and reproductive health.

Education

• 2013: Associate Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Hospital
• 2011: Specialty in Perinatology, Medical Specialty Board
• 1995: Obstetrics and Gynecology, Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Hospital
• 1990: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2022: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2014 - 2015: Training Officer in Perinatology, Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Hospital
• 2012: Specialist in Perinatology, Dr. Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Hospital
• 2011 - 2012: Clinical Observer, Harris Birthright Research Centre (Intrauterine Surgery, Prof. Kypros Nicolaides)
• 1997 - 2011: Specialist Doctor, Etlik Zübeyde Hanım Women's Health and Education Research Hospital
• 1996 - 1997: Specialist Doctor, SSK Ankara Ulus Hospital
• 1991: Mandatory Service, Sivas Mrkez AÇSAP

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Turkish Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery Society
• International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ISUOG)
• Ankara Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Turkish Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Perinatology
• The Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF)
• Turkish Society of Perinatology

Publications

• "The effect of parity on labor induction with Prostaglandin E2 Analogue (Dinoprostone): An evaluation of 2090 cases." J Preg Child Health. Omer Kandemir, Hülya Dede, Serdar Yalvaç, Oya Aldemir, Bülent Yirci, Neslihan Yerebasmaz, Sertac Esin.
• "The effect of endometrial thickness and pattern on pregnancy outcome in IVF/ICSI cycles." Platinum Global Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences. Dede H, Dilbaz S, Demir B, Çınar Ö, Dede S, Göktolga Ü.
• "Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio as a diagnostic marker of intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy." Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol.
• "Concordant spina bifida in a twin pregnancy." J Obstet Gynaecol. Esinler D, Dede H, Yalvaç S, Yirci B, Esin S, Kandemir O.
• "Successful use of BT-Cath® balloon tamponade in the management of postpartum hemorrhage due to placenta previa." Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol.
• "Effect of perforatum on intraperitoneal adhesion formation in rats." Arch Med Sci.
• "What is the success of drug treatment in urge urinary incontinence? What should be measured?" Arch Gynecol Obstet.
• "Nonreassuring Fetal Heart Rate Patterns and Nucleated Red Blood Cells in Term Neonates." Arch Gynecol Obstet.
• "An unusual growth of ovarian cystic teratoma with multiple floating balls during pregnancy: a case report." J Clin Ultrasound.
• "Lipid peroxidation and antioxidant activity in patients in labor with nonreassuring fetal status." Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol.

Education

• 2006: University of Washington School of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 2005: University of Washington School of Medicine, Perinatology
• 2001: Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology
• 1990 - 1996: Hacettepe University School of Medicine

Experience

• 2011: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2008 - 2010: Private practice
• 2005 - 2007: University of Washington School of Medicine, St. Louis, Obstetrics and Gynecology, USA, Faculty Member
• 2002 - 2005: University of Washington School of Medicine, St. Louis, Obstetrics and Gynecology, USA, Perinatology Clinical Fellow
• 2001 - 2002: University of Washington School of Medicine, St. Louis, Obstetrics and Gynecology, USA, Perinatal Biology Postdoc Fellow
• 2000 - 2001: Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, USA, Perinatology Unit

Memberships

• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Turkish Medical Association
• Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine
• American Institute for Ultrasound in Medicine

Publications

• PLIN2 Is Essential for Trophoblastic Lipid Droplet Accumulation and Cell Survival During Hypoxia. Endocrinology. 2018; 159(12):3937-3949. Bildirici I, Schaiff WT, Chen B, Morizane M, Oh SY, O'Brien M, Sonnenberg-Hirche C, Chu T, Barak Y, Nelson DM, Sadovsky Y.
• Survival by self-destruction: a role for autophagy in the placenta? Placenta 33(8):591-8 (2012) Bildirici I, Longtine MS, Chen B, Nelson DM.
• Administration of steroids after 34 weeks of gestation enhances fetal lung maturity profiles. Shanks A, Gross G, Shim T, Allsworth J, Sadovsky Y, Bildirici I. Am J Obstet Gynecol, 203, 47.e1-5 (2010)
• Fetal Heart Rate Accelerations and the Risk of Cerebral Lesions and Poor Neurodevelopmental Outcome in Very Low Birth Weight Neonates. Vlastos EJ, Tomlinson TM, Bildirici I, Sreenarasimhaiah S, Yusuf K, Sadovsky Y, Levy R. Am J Perinatol, 24, 83-88 (2007)
• Hypoxia regulates the expression of fatty acid-binding proteins in primary term human trophoblasts. Biron-Shental T, Schaiff WT, Ratajczak CK, Bildirici I, Nelson DM, Sadovsky Y. Am J Obstet Gynecol, 197, 516.e1-6 (2007)
• The kinase p38 regulates peroxisome proliferator activated receptor-g in human trophoblasts. Schild RL, Sonnenberg-Hirche CM, Schaiff WT, Bildirici I, Nelson DM, Sadovsky Y. Placenta, 27, 191-199 (2006)
• Removal of hydrosalpinges increases endometrial leukaemia inhibitory factor (LIF) expression at the time of the implantation window. Seli E, Kayisli UA, Cakmak H, Bukulmez O, Bildirici I, Guzeloglu-Kayisli O, Arici A. Hum Reprod, 20, 3012-3017 (2005)
• Insulin and fatty acids regulate the expression of the fat droplet-associated protein adipophilin in primary human trophoblasts. Elchalal U, Schaiff WT, Smith SD, Rimon E, Bildirici I, Nelson DM, Sadovsky Y. Am J Obstet Gynecol, 193, 1716-1723 (2005)
• The mean weekly increment of amniotic fluid TDx-FLM-II ratio is constant during the latter part of pregnancy. Bildirici I, Moga CN, Gronowski AM, Sadovsky Y. Am J Obstet Gynecol, 193, 1685-1690 (2005)
• Intravenous and inhaled epoprostenol for primary pulmonary hypertension during pregnancy and delivery. Bildirici I, Shumway JB. Obstet Gynecol, 103, 1102-1105 (2004)
• Massive vulvar edema complicating a diabetic pregnancy. A case report. Deren O, Bildirici I, Al A. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol, 93, 209-211 (2000)

Additional Information

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Education

• 1992 Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2026 Acıbadem Health Group
• 2025 Bilkent Holding TEPE Occupational Physician
• 2023 - 2025 Liv Hospital Ulus, Deputy Chief Physician
• 2022 - 2023 Nişantaşı University, Faculty Member, Assistant Dean, Occupational Physician
• 2018 - 2022 Bahçeşehir University, Faculty Member, Assistant Dean
• 2014 - 2016 Edremit Military Hospital, Chief Physician, Hospital Manager, Edremit/BALIKESİR
• 2012 - 2014 Erzincan Military Hospital, Chief Physician, Hospital Manager, ERZİNCAN
• 2010 - 2012 3rd Army Command, ERZİNCAN, Health Branch Director
• 2002 - 2010 3rd Corps Command, ISTANBUL, Health Consultant/Advisor, Health Branch Director
• 2006 Stabilisation Force (SFOR), BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA, Chief Physician of Turkish Battalion Task Force Hospital
• 2005 International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), AFGHANISTAN, Preventive Health Officer
• 2003 United States Army Medical Department Center and School (AMEDDC&S), SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, USA, Preventive Health Course
• 1998 - 2002 Transportation Regiment Command, ANKARA, Regimental Headquarters Physician
• 1993 - 1998 Diyarbakır Military Hospital, Chief Physician, DİYARBAKIR, Consultant Physician
• 1992 - 1993 Gülhane Military Medical Academy, ANKARA, Intern Physician

Education

• 2001: Fellowship in Cornea at Jefferson University Wills Eye Hospital (Philadelphia, USA)
• 2000: Ophthalmology Residency at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• 1990 - 1996: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1987 - 1990: İzmir Science High School
• 1983 - 1987: İzmir Bornova Anatolian High School

Experience

• 2007: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2003 - 2007: Acıbadem Eye Center
• 2001 - 2007: Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Chief Assistant

Memberships

• Turkish Ophthalmology Association, Cornea Unit
• Turkish Ophthalmology Association, Cataract and Refractive Surgery Unit
• Turkish Ophthalmology Association, Contact Lens Unit
• American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Publications

• A sample predictive model for intraocular pressure following laser in situ keratomileusis for myopia and an intraocular pressure constant? International Ophthalmology, 18.6.2017
• Estrogen- and progesterone-induced variation in corneal parameters according to hormonal status. Eye & Contact Lens, 16.1.2017
• The effect of hemodialysis on intraocular pressure. Advances in Clinical and Experimental Medicine, 03.01.2017
• The effect of smoking on corneal biomechanics. Curr Eye Res, 2017;42(1):16-20 doi: 10.3109/02713683.2016.1145233
• Iris metastasis of gastric adenocarcinoma. World Journal of Surgical Oncology, 2016;14:71 DOI: 10.1186/s12957-016-0840-6
• An 11-year review of keratoplasty in a tertiary referral center in Turkey: Changing surgical techniques for similar indications. Eye & Contact Lens, 2016;0:1-7
• Hyperbaric oxygen for the treatment of the rare combination of central retinal vein occlusion and cilioretinal artery occlusion. Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine, 2016;46(1):50-53
• The role of anterior segment optical coherence tomography in the management of an intra-corneal foreign body. Springerplus, 2016;5(1):1559. doi: 10.1186/s40064-016-3242-x
• Treatment of mixed astigmatism: Early clinical outcomes with Wavelight and Technolas excimer lasers. Turk J Med Sci, 2016;46:664-672 DOI: 10.3906/sag-1504-35.
• Retinal tear: An unusual complication of ocular toxoplasmosis. Open Medicine, 2015;10:555-9. DOI: 10.1515/med-2015-0094.

Languages

• Turkish (native)
• English (fluent)

Education

• 2017: Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Hamidiye Medical Faculty, Health Sciences University
• 2008: Training in Argus II retinal prosthesis implantation, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Doheny Retina Institute, Los Angeles, CA
• 1994: Ophthalmology, Gazi University Medical Faculty
• 1989: Hacettepe University Medical Faculty
• 1980 - 1983: Ankara Fen Lisesi

Experience

• 2022: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2017 - 2022: Faculty Member, Department of Ophthalmology, Hamidiye Medical Faculty, Health Sciences University; Member of the Academic Board of Ophthalmology
• 2008 - 2022: Chief of Ophthalmology Clinic, Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul; Administrative and Educational Coordinator
• 1995 - 2008: Specialist Doctor, 3rd Eye Clinic, Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• 2001 - 2004: Researcher, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Doheny Retina Institute, Los Angeles, CA
• 1990 - 1994: Research Assistant, Department of Ophthalmology, Gazi University Medical Faculty
• 1992 - 1993: Clinical Observer, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK

Memberships

• Board Member, Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD), Istanbul Branch
• Board Member, Medical Retina Unit, TOD
• Active Member, Medical Retina Unit, TOD
• Active Member, Vitreoretinal Surgery Unit, TOD

Publications

• Optical coherence tomography angiography findings in patients with COVID-19. Can J Ophthalmol. 2021 Jan 9:S0008-4182(21)00006-5. doi: 10.1016/j.jcjo.2020.12.021.
• Functional and Morphological Results of Epiretinal Membrane Surgery in Idiopathic versus Diabetic Epiretinal Membranes. Semin Ophthalmol. 2021 Feb 22:1-7. doi: 10.1080/08820538.2021.1890143.
• Microvascular and functional changes according to the fundus location of the affected arteriovenous crossing in patients with branch retinal vein occlusion. Indian J Ophthalmol. 2021 May;69(5):1189-1196. doi: 10.4103/ijo.IJO_1018_20.
• Optical coherence tomography angiography of central serous chorioretinopathy patients' response to breath-holding manoeuvre. Acta Ophthalmol. 2020 Dec;98(8):787-794.
• Evaluation of Treatment Models in the Treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity. Sisli Etfal Hastan Tip Bul. 2019 Aug 21;53(3):290-295.
• Surgical results of 23G pars plana vitrectomy combined with phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation. ŞEEAH Tıp Bülteni 2016;50(3);189-192.
• Demographic and clinical characteristics of retinitis pigmentosa patients screened for Argus II retinal prosthesis candidacy. Ret-Vit 2016; 24:61-69.
• Evaluation of non-penetrating deep sclerectomy and/or trabeculectomy results after pars plana vitrectomy. Glokom-Katarakt dergisi 2015;10(3):219-223.
• Surgical approach and optic coherence tomographic evaluation of optic disc anomaly in association with serous macular detachment. Int Ophthalmol. 2013;33(6):721-4.
• Long-term stimulation by active epiretinal implants in normal and RCD1 dogs. Journal of Neural Engineering 2005:2; S65-S73.
• Risk factors in central retinal vein occlusion and activated protein C resistance. Eur J Ophthalmology 1999; 9(1):43-48.
• Hemodynamic Alterations in Diabetic Retinopathy. Ophthalmology 1996;103 (8):1245-50.

Languages

• Turkish (native)
• English (fluent)

Education

• 2011: Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Kocaeli University
• 2006: Associate Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Kocaeli University
• 2001: Department of Ophthalmology, Kocaeli University
• 1994: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• 1988: Ted Karabük College

Experience

• 2016: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2001 - 2016: Faculty Member, Department of Ophthalmology, Kocaeli University
• 1994 - 1996: Physician, Health Center, Silivri, Istanbul and Söğütlü, Sakarya

Memberships

• Turkish Ophthalmology Society
• International Strabismus Association
• World Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Association
• Lindberg Society

Publications

• Medial Rectus Muscle Injuries after Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery. J Ophthalmol 2015; 45: 175-178. Bengi Yücel Demirayak, Özgül Altıntaş, Hakan Ağır, Şahin Alagöz.
• Turkish Pediatric Experience in Surgical Treatment of Acquired Esotropia Associated With High Myopia. J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus. 52(3):191. doi: 10.3928/01913913-20150427-08. (2015)
• Acar Z, Altintas O. Efficacy and safety of intraperitoneally applied celecoxib in the experimental dry eye model in mice. Acta Clin Croat; 53(2):10. (2014)
• Sarman Z, Altintas O, Emre E, Katre B, Karaoz E, Unal ZS, Subasi C, Yildiz K. Evaluation of efficacy and safety of Quercetin as an alternative to riboflavin in crosslinking treatment on rabbit cornea. Acta Clin Croat 53(2):20. (2014).
• Katre B, Altintas O, Emre E, Sarman Z, Cengiz A, Kasap M, Yıldız K. Effects of subconjunctivally injected bevacizumab, etanercept, and the combination of both drugs on experimental corneal neovascularization. Ophthalmol. 48(2):115-20. doi: 10.1016/j.jcjo.2012.12.003. (2013)
• Ozdemir O, Altintas O, Altintas L, Yildiz DK, Sener E, Caglar Y. Correlation of the measurements of optical coherence tomography and diffuse tension imaging of optic pathways in amblyopia. Int Ophthalmol. 2016 Apr 11.
• Altıntaş Ö, Gümüştaş S, Cinik R, Anık Y, Özkan B, Karabaş L. Correlation between retinal morphological and functional findings and clinical severity in Parkinson's disease. Ophthalmol. 116(2):137-46. Epub 2007 Oct 26 (2008).
• Altintaş O, Işeri P, Ozkan B, Cağlar Y. Risk of Strabismus and Amblyopia in Children With Hydrocephalus, Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol., 243(12), 1213-7 (2005).
• Altıntaş Ö., Etuş, V., Etuş, H., Ceylan, S., Çağlar, Y. Thickness of the Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer and Macular Thickness and Volume in Patients with Strabismic Amblyopia. J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus, 42(4), 216-21 (2005).
• Altıntaş Ö., Yüksel, N., Özkan, B., Çağlar, Y. Homocysteine and Nitric Oxide Levels in Plasma of Patients with Pseudoexfoliation Syndrome, Pseudoexfoliation Glaucoma, and Primary Open Angle Glaucoma. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol, 243(7), 677-83 (2005). Epub 2005 Feb 2.

Education

• 2017: Fellow of European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• 2010: Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Ophthalmology
• 2009: The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
• 2004: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2013: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2010 - 2013: Hendek State Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Ophthalmology Society
• European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Publications

• Age-Related Change in Corneal Biomechanical Parameters in a Healthy Caucasian Population. Ophthalmic Epidemiology (2017) - Celebi ARC, Kilavuzoglu AE, Altiparmak UE, Cosar CB.
• The effect of smoking on corneal biomechanics. Current Eye Research (2017) - Kilavuzoglu AE, Celebi ARC, Altiparmak UE, Cosar CB.
• Estrogen- and progesterone-induced variation in corneal parameters according to hormonal status. Eye Contact Lens (2017) - Bahadir Kilavuzoglu AE, Cosar CB, Bildirici I, Cetin O, Ozbasli E.
• A sample predictive model for intraocular pressure following laser in situ keratomileusis for myopia and an 'intraocular pressure constant'. International Ophthalmology (2017) - Bahadir Kilavuzoglu AE, Bozkurt TK, Cosar CB, Sener AB.
• Corneal biomechanical properties in aspirin users. Ophthalmic Research (2016) - Celebi ARC, Kilavuzoglu AE, Altiparmak UE, Cosar CB.
• Iris metastasis of gastric adenocarcinoma. World Journal of Surgical Oncology (2016) - Celebi ARC, Kilavuzoglu AE, Altiparmak UE, Cosar CB, Ozkiris A.
• The role of anterior segment optical coherence tomography in the management of an intra-corneal foreign body. Springerplus (2016) - Celebi ARC, Kilavuzoglu AE, Altiparmak UE, Cosar CB, Ozkiris A.
• Hyperbaric oxygen for the treatment of the rare combination of central retinal vein occlusion and cilioretinal artery occlusion. Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine (2016) - Celebi ARC, Kilavuzoglu AE, Altiparmak UE, Cosar CB, Ozkiris A.
• Treatment of mixed astigmatism: Early clinical outcomes with Wavelight and Technolas excimer lasers. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences (2016) - Kilavuzoglu AE, Gonen T, Celebi ARC, Cosar Yurteri CB, Sener AB.
• An 11-year review of keratoplasty in a tertiary referral center in Turkey: Changing surgical techniques for similar indications. Eye Contact Lens (2016) - Bozkurt TK, Acar B, Kilavuzoglu AE, Akdemir MO, Hamilton DR, Cosar Yurteri CB, Acar S.

Education

• 2022: Health Sciences University, Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital / Ophthalmology / Associate Professorship
• 2022: St. Thomas Hospital, London / Euretina Fellowship Program (London, UK)
• 2016: Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Ophthalmology
• 2011: Trakya University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2022 - 2024: Health Sciences University, Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital / Ophthalmology / Associate Professor
• 2022: St. Thomas Hospital, Vitreoretinal Surgery and Medical Retina Department / Ophthalmology / Specialist Doctor (London, UK)
• 2018 - 2022: Health Sciences University, Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital / Ophthalmology / Specialist Doctor
• 2016: Ağrı State Hospital / Ophthalmology / Specialist Doctor
• 2012 - 2016: Health Sciences University, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital / Ophthalmology / Research Assistant

Memberships

• Euretina Young Specialists Association
• European Retina Specialists Association
• Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Publications

• Clinical features, management, and outcomes of patients with sterile endophthalmitis associated with intravitreal bevacizumab injection: retrospective case series. Int Ophthalmol 44. 216 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10792-024-03134-5
• Kivrak, U., Arsan, A.K., Akçay, G., et al. One-Year Functional and Morphological Prognosis After Intravitreal Injection Treatments According to Different Morphological Patterns of Diabetic Macular Edema in Real-Life: MARMASIA Study Group Report No. 13. Seminars in Ophthalmology vol. 39.6 (2024): 460-467. doi: 10.1080/08820538.2024.2324450.
• Limon, Dr. Utku et al. Efficacy of ranibizumab and aflibercept on reducing maximum diameter of largest cyst in diabetic cystoid macular edema: MARMASIA study group. European Journal of Ophthalmology. 2024:0(0). doi: 10.1177/11206721241280737
• Tokuç EÖ, Karabaş VL, Sevik MO, et al. Prof. Intermittent Bleeding from the Iridocomeal Angle and Subsequent Ghost Cell Glaucoma Following Gonioscopy-Assisted Transluminal Trabeculotomy: Journal of Glaucoma ():10.1097/IJG.0000000000002519. November 18, 2024. DOI: 10.1097/IJG.0000000000002519
• Sozen-Delil, Fatma Isil MD, Specialist, FEBO: Dönmez Gun, Raziye MD, Associate Prof., FEBO: Akçay, Güzide MD, Specialist; Kanar, Hatice Selen MD: Endothelial dysfunction is related to Central retinal artery occlusion. Annals of Medical Research. 31(9). 741-741. (2024)
• Gokce, G. D., Kanar, B. G., & Kanar, H. S. Comparison of the effects of telescopic glasses and filtered glasses on functional vision rehabilitation outcomes in patients with retinitis pigmentosa. Retina-Vitreus/Journal of Retina-Vitreous. 53(2). (2024)
• Gokce, G. D., Kanar, H. S. S., Bulut, M. N., & Simsek, S. The effects of facial mask use on ocular surface parameters and tear film cytokine profile in prolonged use. International Ophthalmology! vol. 43.8 (2023): 2623-2632. doi: 10.1007/s10792-023-02661-
• Penbe, Ayşegül et al. Evaluation of left ventricular functions in patients with retinal vein occlusion. Med-science. 2019 Jan; (): ,doi: 10.5455/medscience.2018.07.8995.
• Kanar BG, Kanar HS. Ataş H. Relationship Between Angiographic Coronary Slow Flow Phenomenon and Subfoveal Choroidal Thickness: What is The Effect of Atorvastatin Therapy? Eur Exp Biol. 2018:8(2): 1-9.
• Kanar BG, Kanar HS. Relationship between left atrial volume changes and endothelial dysfunction in patients with systemic hypertension. International Journal of Current Advanced Research. 2017: 6(12):8352-8358. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.24327/ijcar.2017.8358.1344.

Languages

• Turkish (Native)
• English (Fluent)

Education

• 2020: Istanbul University, Institute of Health Sciences, Endodontics
• 2005: Istanbul University, Faculty of Dentistry

Experience

• 2016: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Endodontics

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2014: Istanbul University, Institute of Health Sciences, Orthodontics
• 2008: Istanbul University, Faculty of Dentistry

Experience

• 2014: Acıbadem Health Group

Memberships

• Turkish Orthodontic Society
• Cleft Lip and Palate Association

Education

• 2013: Marmara University Institute of Health Sciences, Pediatric Dentistry
• 1998 - 2003: Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry

Experience

• 2009: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2004 - 2008: Private Dentistanbul Dental Hospital, Pedodontics Clinic

Memberships

• Turkish Dental Association (TDB)
• Turkish Society of Pediatric Dentistry
• Oral Laser Applications Association (OLUD)
• ITU Maçka Dance Club, Dansorium Dance Center

Education

• 2015: PhD in Prosthetic Dentistry, Istanbul University Institute of Health Sciences
• 2007: Doctor of Dentistry, Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry

Experience

• 2015: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Prosthetic Dentistry

Memberships

• [Membership details can be added if available]

Publications

• [Publication details can be added if available]

Languages

• Turkish (native)
• [Additional languages can be added if available]

Education

• 2021: Marmara University, Faculty of Dentistry, Pedodontics
• 2017: Marmara University, Faculty of Dentistry

Experience

• 2022: Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 1997 - 1999: Mayo Foundation, Rochester / Orthopedic Master's Degree (MS)
• 1991 - 1995: Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS)
• 1991: University of Strathclyde, Scotland / Medical Faculty
• 1985 - 1991: University of Sheffield, Medical Faculty (MB, ChB), United Kingdom

Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2024: Acıbadem University, Istanbul / Professor
• 2008 - 2023: Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia / Department of Orthopedic Surgery / Professor
• 2004 - 2008: Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia / Department of Orthopedic Surgery / Associate Professor
• 2003 - 2004: Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia / Department of Orthopedic Surgery / Assistant Professor
• 2002 - 2003: Hip Society-Muller Foundation Fellowship / Adult Reconstruction, Bern, Switzerland
• 1997 - 2002: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota / Orthopedic Surgery Residency
• 1995 - 1997: University of Newcastle upon Tyne School of Medicine, United Kingdom / Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Residency
• 1991 - 1992: University of Sheffield Medical School, United Kingdom / General Surgery and Orthopedic Internship

Memberships

• Musculoskeletal Infection Society (MSIS) / Board Member
• The European Hip Society
• The Hip Society
• A-O Alumni Association
• Eastern Orthopedic Association / Board Member
• Societatea Romana de Ortopedie sl Traumatologie (SOROT) / Honorary Member
• American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
• Bolivian Orthopedic Society / Honorary Member
• Orthopedic Research Society (ORS)
• Eastern Orthopedic Society (EOA)
• Musculoskeletal Infection Society (MSIS)
• Orthopedic Overseas / Board Member
• Musculoskeletal Infection Society / President
• Peruvian Orthopedic Association / Honorary Member
• The International Hip Society
• The Knee Society
• Campus Bio-Medico University Hospital Foundation
• ISKAST / Congress President
• British Hip Society / Honorary Member
• Parvizi Surgical Innovation, Board Chairman
• Muller Foundation of North America / Board Member
• Brazilian Hip Society / Honorary Member
• Italian Orthopedic Society / Honorary Member
• SIAGASCOT- Italian Society / Honorary Member

Publications

• Surgical Treatment of Chronic Rotator Cuff Tear. A Prospective Study with Long-Term Follow-up. J. Bone Joint Surg. 83A (1): 71-77, 2001.
• Thirty-Day Mortality Following Total Knee Arthroplasty. J. Bone Joint Surg. 83(A): 1157-61, 2001.
• Total Knee Arthroplasty in Patients with Ankylosing Spondylitis. J. Bone Joint Surg. 83 (A): 1312-1316, 2001.
• Morbid Obesity: Should Arthroplasty be Avoided? J. Arthroplasty 15: 232-39, 2000.
• Bipolar Hip Arthroplasty as Salvage Treatment for Recurrent Instability of Hip. J. Bone Joint Surg. 82-A (8): 1132-9, 2000.
• Sudden Death During Primary Hip Arthroplasty. Clin. Orthop. 369: 148-156, 1999.
• Development of Postoperative Fibromatosis after Resection of an Intraspinal Meningioma. J. Neurosurg 90: 121-124, 1999.
• Low Intensity Ultrasound Increases Aggrecan Gene Expression In Chondrocytes. J. Orthop Research 17(4): 488-94, 1999.
• Evaluation of Clinical Signs in the Diagnosis of Scaphoid Fracture. J. Hand Surg. 23B: 3, 324-327, 1998.
• Exposure to Low Intensity Ultrasound Increases Aggrecan Gene Expression in a Rat Fracture Model. J. Orthop. Research 14: 802-809, 1996.

Languages

• English
• Turkish

Education

• 2008: Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 1996: Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2021: Taksim Training and Research Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 2013: Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2022: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2021 - 2022: Doğubayazıt Dr. Yaşar Eryılmaz State Hospital / Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic / Specialist Doctor
• 2016 - 2021: Gaziosmanpaşa Taksim Training and Research Hospital / Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic (Research Assistant)
• 2014 - 2016: Atatürk University / Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic (Research Assistant)

Memberships

• TOTBİD
• AGUH
• TOTDER
• Turkish Medical Association

Publications

• "Biomechanical and fracture characteristics of different filling and fixation methods applied to various proximal tibial metaphyseal defect sizes in an ovine model" Clinical Biomechanics, 93, 105597. (2022) Kaya, V., Kilic, F., Yamak, F., Ekin, E. E., Basar, H., & Misir, A.
• "Cementless rectangular stems yield satisfactory results in osteoporotic bones" Turkish Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery 27.2 (2021): 243-248. Polat, Abdulkadir, et al.
• "Behaviour and knowledge skill levels of orthopedic surgeons about radiation safety and fluoroscopy use: A survey analysis" Acta Orthopaedica et Traumatologica Turcica 53.4 (2019): 301-305. Fidan, Fırat, et al.
• "Evaluation of clinical outcomes of proximal femoral nails in the treatment of intertrochanteric fractures" GMJ 30 (2019): 39-42. Çetin, Engin, et al.

Languages

• Turkish (native)

Education

• 2022: Istanbul Bezmialem Vakif University, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 2016: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2022: Hitit University Erol Olçok Training and Research Hospital, State Service Obligation
• 2017 - 2022: Assistant Doctor at Bezmialem Vakif University, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

Scientific Publications

• Is Only Peripheral Hip Arthroscopy Enough for Selected Patients with Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome? Arch Bone Jt Surg. 2022; 10(12): 1044-8. Tuncay I, Ucan V, Agir M, Anwar W, Eimali N.
• Antero-posterior axis of the tibia is a better landmark for tibial component rotation in Oxford medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty. Orthopadie (Heidelb). 2022;51(12):996-1002. Aliyev O, Ağır M, Aghazada A, Çeşme DH, Kara D, Toprak A, et al.
• An unusual injury of pediatric both forearm fractures: Distraction epiphysiolysis: A case report. Int J Surg Case Rep. 2021;79:1-8. Agir M, Pulatkan A, Kapicioglu M, Bilsel K.
• Hangi kalça kırığında endoprotez; parsiyel mi, total mi? TOTBİD Dergisi Cilt 20 (225-233) 10.14292/totbid.dergisi.2021.39 Yıldız F, Ağır M.
• The reliability of use of WhatsApp in type 1 and type 2 pediatric supracondylar fractures. Eklem Hastalik Cerrahisi. 2019;30(2): 149-54. Kapıcıoğlu M, Erden T, Ağır M, Küçükdurmaz F.

Education

• 1984: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 1979: Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2008: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Orthopedic Oncology

Memberships

• [Membership details not provided]

Publications

• [Publication details not provided]

Languages

• [Language details not provided]

Education

• 2010: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 2004: Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2018: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2011: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2010 - 2011: Şanlıurfa Akçakale State Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Turkish Medical Association

Education

• 2019: Health Sciences University, Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 2013: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2021: Acıbadem Health Group

Specializations

• Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Orthopedic Oncology

Education

• 2016: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology / Professor
• 2010: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology / Associate Professor
• 2003: European Society for Surgery of Shoulder and Elbow (SECEC / ESSSE) Scholarship
• 2001: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 1995: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• 1989: Istanbul Erkek Lisesi

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2004 - 2017: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology / Faculty Member
• 2002 - 2004: VKV American Hospital / Specialist Physician
• 2000 - 2002: JFK Hospital / Specialist Physician

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery (TUSYAD)
• European Society for Surgery of Shoulder and Elbow (SECEC / ESSSE)
• AO Trauma (Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen)
• Turkish Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

Publications

• How is shoulder prosthesis surgery performed?

Education

• 2023: European Society for Surgery of Shoulder and Elbow (SECEC / ESSSE) Training Scholarship for Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Education at 9 Reference Centers in Europe
• 2019: Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Board Diploma
• 2018: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 2017: TÜBİTAK (Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey) PhD Research Scholarship
• 2016 - 2017: University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, USA / Fellowship
• 2016: TOTBİD (Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association) Scientific Research Scholarship Abroad
• 2012: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2021: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2021: Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 2018 - 2020: Avcılar Murat Kölük State Hospital / Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic / Specialist Physician (State Service Obligation)
• 2017: Truman Medical Center, Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic, Shoulder Elbow and Sports Surgery Department, USA
• 2012 - 2017: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Hospitals

Memberships

• Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association (TODCD)
• Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD)
• Extremity Reconstruction and Ilizarov Methods Application Development Association (ASAMİ TURK)
• European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery & Arthroscopy (ESSKA)
• Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association (KADAD)
• Pediatric Orthopedics Association (ÇOD)
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTDER)
• European Society for Surgery of Shoulder and Elbow (SECEC / ESSSE)
• AO Trauma
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council (TOTEK)
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Union Association (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Spine Society (TOD)

Publications

• Proceedings from the 2018 International Consensus Meeting on Orthopedic Infections: evaluation of periprosthetic shoulder infection. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2019 Jun;28(6S):S32-S66. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2019.04.016. PMID: 31196514.
• Karademir G, Keener J, Khazzam M, et al. Posteromedial rotatory incongruity of the elbow: a computational kinematics study. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2019 Feb;28(2):371-380. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2018.07.030. Epub 2018 Dec 12. PMID: 30552068.
• Karademir G, Bachman DR, Stylianou AP, Cil A. Proceedings from the 2018 International Consensus Meeting on Orthopedic Infections: management of periprosthetic shoulder infection. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2019 Jun;28(6S):S67-S99. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2019.04.015. PMID: 31196516.
• Karademir G, Kelly J, Khazzam M, et al. Elbow: Treatment: What is the role of arthrodesis when treating a chronic elbow periprosthetic joint infection (PJI)? In: Parvizi J, Gehrke T (Eds.). Proceedings of the Second International Consensus Meeting on Musculoskeletal Infection. Data Trace Publishing Company.
• Cil A, Sabesan V, Karademir G. Shoulder: Diagnosis: Sampling: Should preoperative antibiotics be held until after cultures are obtained in revision shoulder arthroplasty (RSA)? In: Parvizi J, Gehrke T (Eds.). Proceedings of the Second International Consensus Meeting on Musculoskeletal Infection. Data Trace Publishing Company.
• Cil A, Tashjian R, Karademir G. Shoulder: Treatment: Component Retention: Should preoperative antibiotics be held until after cultures are obtained in revision shoulder arthroplasty (RSA)? In: Parvizi J, Gehrke T (Eds.). Proceedings of the Second International Consensus Meeting on Musculoskeletal Infection. Data Trace Publishing Company.
• Page R, Cil A, Karademir G. Shoulder: Diagnosis: Inflammatory markers: What is the role for serum erythrocyte sediment rate (ESR), C-reactive protein (CRP), or white blood cell (WBC) count in the evaluation of a shoulder arthroplasty for periprosthetic joint infection (PJI)? In: Parvizi J, Gehrke T (Eds.). Proceedings of the Second International Consensus Meeting on Musculoskeletal Infection. Data Trace Publishing Company.
• Cil A, Page R, Karademir G, et al. Elbow: Treatment: What is the role of permanent resection when treating a chronic elbow periprosthetic joint infection (PJI)? In: Parvizi J, Gehrke T (Eds.). Proceedings of the Second International Consensus Meeting on Musculoskeletal Infection. Data Trace Publishing Company.
• Cil A, Sabesan V, Karademir G. Transfer of the lesser tuberosity for reverse Hill-Sachs lesions after neglected posterior dislocations of the shoulder: A retrospective clinical study of 13 cases. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2017 Oct;51(5):362-366. doi: 10.1016/j.aott.2017.07.004. Epub 2017 Aug 26. PMID: 28844682; PMCID: PMC6197171.
• Demirel M, Erşen A, Karademir G, et al. Hip fractures in patients older than 75 years old: Retrospective analysis for prognostic factors. Int J Surg. 2015 Dec;24(Pt A):101-4. doi: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2015.11.009. Epub 2015 Nov 10. PMID: 26563486.

Education

• 2014: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 2008: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2014 - 2015: Midyat State Hospital
• 2015 - Present: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2008 - 2014: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine / Research Assistant

Specializations

• Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

Memberships

• Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association
• Turkish Medical Association
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Society

Publications

• Evaluation of risk factors for stiffness after distal humerus plating. Int Orthop. 2018 Apr;42(4):921-926. doi: 10.1007/s00264-018-3792-3. Epub 2018 Feb 1. Tunalı O, Erşen A, Pehlivanoğlu T, Bayram S, Atalar AC, Demirhan M.
• As a Definitive Choice of Treatment, Joint and Defect Spanning Multiplanar Tubular External Fixation in the Management of Pediatric Open Defective Supracondylar Humerus Fracture: A Case Report. J Orthop Case Rep. 2017 Sep-Oct;7(5):84-88. doi: 10.13107/jocr.2250-0685.908. Demirel M, Tunalı O, Türkmen İ, Sağlam Y.
• Biomechanical comparison of orthogonal versus parallel double plating systems in intraarticular distal humerus fractures. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2017 Jan;51(1):23-28. doi: 10.1016/j.aott.2016.11.001. Epub 2016 Dec 10. Atalar AC, Tunalı O, Erşen A, Kapıcıoğlu M, Sağlam Y, Demirhan MS.
• Posterior interosseous nerve palsy associated with neglected pediatric Monteggia fracture-dislocation: A case report. Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016;27:102-106. doi: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2016.08.011. Demirel M, Sağlam Y, Tunalı O.
• Grade 3C open femur fractures with vascular repair in adults. Acta Orthop Belg. 2015 Jun;81(2):274-82. Balcı Hİ, Sağlam Y, Tunalı O, Akgül T, Aksoy M, Dikici F.
• Arthroscopic excision of acetabular osteoid osteoma in a 7-year-old patient. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrose. 2015 Nov;23(11):3432-5. Aşık M, Erşen A, Polat G, Bilgili F, Tunalı O.
• Mid-term results of pediatric vascular injured supracondylar humerus fractures and surgical approach. J Pediatr Orthop B. 2014 Nov;23(6):572-8. Sağlam Y, Tunalı O, Akgül T, Dikmen G, Aksoy M, Dikici F.
• Stiff elbow: distraction interposition arthroplasty with an Achilles tendon allograft: long-term radiological and functional results. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014;48(5):558-62. Erşen A, Demirhan M, Atalar AC, Salduz A, Tunalı O.

Education

• 2018 - 2020: Specialist in Adult and Pediatric Spine Diseases Fellowship Program, Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Comprehensive Spine Center, Acıbadem Maslak Hospital
• 2016: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 2014 - 2015: Observer-Fellow, University of California San Francisco (UCSF) - Spine Center, San Francisco, USA
• 2010: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 2007: Intern, Cognitive Evolution Laboratory / William James Hall, Harvard University, Boston, USA
• 2007: Intern, Michael A. Moskowitz Laboratory, Harvard University, Boston, USA

Experience

• 2020: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2018: Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist & Spine Surgeon, Comprehensive Spine Center, Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
• 2017 - 2018: Specialist Doctor, Rize Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University, Training and Research Hospital, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Rize, Turkey
• 2010: Emergency Physician, Dr. İ. Şevki Atasagun State Hospital, Nevşehir, Turkey

Memberships

• SRS (Scoliosis Research Society)
• TOTBİD (Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association)
• Eurospine
• TOD (Turkish Spine Society)
• AO Foundation Spine

Publications

• Predicting mechanical complications in adult spinal deformity patients with postoperative proportioned and moderately disproportioned alignment. European Spine Study Group. (Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2025 Jul 18;59(4):210-221. doi: 10.5152/j.aott.2025.24146)
• Improving shoulder balance in Lenke type 2 and 4 adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: clinical advantages of a proximal thoracic concave rod technique. European Spine Study Group (Spine Deform. 2025 Aug 14. doi: 10.1007/s43390-025-01157-1)
• A comparative analysis of axial and appendicular skeletal maturity staging systems through assessment of longitudinal growth and curve modulation after VBT surgery. (Eur Spine J. 2025 Jan;34(1):251-262. doi: 10.1007/s00586-024-08488-z)
• Is the information provided by large language models valid in educating patients about adolescent idiopathic scoliosis? An evaluation of content, clarity, and empathy: The perspective of the European Spine Study Group. (Spine Deform. 2025 Mar;13(2):361-372. doi: 10.1007/s43390-024-00955-3)
• Correction to: Influence of implant density on mechanical complications in adult spinal deformity surgery. European Spine Study Group (ESSG). (Eur Spine J. 2025 Feb;34(2):808-811. doi: 10.1007/s00586-024-08583-1)
• Two to five years pulmonary functions after thoracic, thoracolumbar and bilateral vertebral body tethering surgery. (Eur Spine J. 2025 Jul;34(7):2750-2761. doi: 10.1007/s00586-025-08654-x)
• Influence of implant density on mechanical complications in adult spinal deformity surgery. European Spine Study Group (ESSG). (Eur Spine J. 2024 Dec;33(12):4643-4652. doi: 10.1007/s00586-024-08543-9)
• Reliability of a New Digital Tool for Photographic Analysis in Quantifying Body Asymmetry in Scoliosis. (J Clin Med. 2024 Apr 5;13(7):2114. doi: 10.3390/jcm13072114)
• The Impact of Unplanned Reoperation Following Adult Spinal Deformity Surgery: A Prospective Longitudinal Cohort Study with 5-Year Follow-up. (J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2024 Apr 17;106(8):681-689. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.23.00242)
• Relationship between pelvic incidence-adjusted relative spinopelvic parameters, global sagittal alignment and lower extremity compensations. (ESSG, European Spine Journal 2023-04-11 doi: 10.1007/s00586-023-07677-6)

Languages

• Turkish (native)
• English (fluent)

Education

• 2024: Master of Science in Football Medicine (Thesis)
• 2022: Advanced Knee Surgery Training at Oslo University, Norway, with ESSKA Arthrex Sports Surgery Fellowship
• 2017: Advanced Hip Surgery Training in Marseille, St. Etienne, and Quimper, France, with the European Hip Society (EHS) Traveling Fellowship
• 2012: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 2011: Academic Observer at Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, USA, focusing on Prosthetic Surgery, Sports Surgery, and Extremity Reconstruction

Experience

• 2022 - 2024: ESSKA-EKA Digital Orthopedic Focusing Research Group (Robotic Surgery, VR, AR, AI)
• 2022 - 2024: Board Member of ESSKA U45 Committee
• 2022: Member of the Health and Performance Executive Board of the Turkish Football Federation
• 2016: Doctor for Beşiktaş Gymnastics Club Football Academy Teams and Women's Football A Team - Currently Active
• 2015: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 2013: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2012 - 2013: Orthopedics Department at Ağrı State Hospital / Compulsory Service

Memberships

• European Hip Society (2015)
• AO Trauma (2011)
• ASAMI Turkey (2012)
• TUSYAD (2012)
• Turkish Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Society (2015)
• TOTDER (2006)
• TOTBİD (2008)
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council (2016)
• Currently a member of ESSKA-European Knee Associate-EKA (2019)
• Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine-PRISM (2018)
• European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery & Arthroscopy-ESSKA (2018)
• ESSKA-European Sport Medicine Associate-ESMA (2019)

Publications

• Long-term retrospective study on the placement of the cementless acetabular cup and clinical outcomes in patients undergoing femoral head autografting for hip dysplasia and total hip arthroplasty. Journal of Orthopedic Science (2018). DOI: 10.1016/j.jos.2018.02.009
• Intraoperative neuromonitoring of anterior root muscle response during hip surgery under spinal anesthesia. J Clin Monit Comput. 2018. Nov 10. DOI: 10.1007/s10877-018-0212-6
• Dual-mobility Bearings for patients with Abductor-Trochanteric Complex Insufficiency. Dual offset metaphyseal-filling stems in primary total hip arthroplasty in dysplastic hips after a minimum follow-up of ten years. Hip Int. 2018 accepted manuscript. DOI: 10.5301/hipint.5000377
• Oxidized zirconium on ceramic; Catastrophic coupling. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2017 Feb; 103(1): 137-140. DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2016.10.004. Epub 2016 Nov 18.
• Total hip arthroplasty with step-cut subtrochanteric femoral shortening osteotomy in high riding hip dislocated patients with previous femoral osteotomy. J Orthop Sci. 2017 May; 22(3): 517-523. DOI: 10.1016/j.jos.2017.01.017. Epub 2017 Feb 21.

Languages

• Turkish (Native)
• English (Fluent)
• French (Basic)

Education

• 1997: Pathology, Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• 1988: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2001: Professor of Medical Pathology, Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine
• 1995: Associate Professor of Medical Pathology, Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine
• 1991: Assistant Professor of Medical Pathology, Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine
• 1990: Medical Pathology, Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine
• 1984: Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• 1969 - 1978: T.E.D. Ankara College

Experience

• 2009: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2004 - 2009: Head of the Department of Pathology, Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine
• 2002 - 2004: Faculty Administrative Board, Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine
• 1994 - 2004: Transmission Electron Microscopy Laboratory
• 2003: MD Anderson Cancer Research Center, Houston, TX, USA (Gynecological Pathology and Breast Pathology) with Dr. E. Silva, Dr. A. Malpica, Dr. M. Deavers, Dr. A. Şahin
• 2001: University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, Maryland, USA (Gynecological Pathology and Breast Pathology) with Dr. Steven G. Silverberg
• 1999: AFIP, Dept. of Pulmonary and Mediastinal Diseases, Washington D.C., USA (Pulmonary Pathology) with Dr. William D. Travis
• 1997: Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York, USA (Surgical Pathology, Cytopathology) with Dr. Leonard Kahn
• 1996: Mayo Clinic Scottsdale, Arizona, USA (Pulmonary Pathology) with Dr. Thomas V. Colby
• 1992 - 1994: Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP), Washington D.C., USA, Calendar Binford Fellow (Department of Pulmonary and Mediastinal Pathology)
• 1991: Transmission Electron Microscope usage and repair, Zeiss, Oberkohen, Germany
• 1984 - 1986: Department of Pathology, Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine

Memberships

• European Society of Pathology (ESP)
• European Pulmonary Pathology Working Group (Former President)
• European Respiratory Society (ERS)
• European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO)
• International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC)
• United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP)
• Pulmonary Pathology Society (PPS)
• Founding Member of Çukurova Pathology Association
• Founding Member of Çukurova Breast Diseases Association
• Turkish Pathology Association
• Ankara Pathology Association
• Turkish Lung Cancer Association (TAKD)
• Thoracic Society (Former President of Pulmonary Pathology Working Group)

Publications

• Causes of Pulmonary Granulomas: A Retrospective Study of 500 Cases From 7 Countries (2011). J Clin Pathol. Oct 21. [Epub ahead of print].
• Benign and malignant mesothelial proliferation (2010). Surgical Pathology Clinics 3(1):83-107.
• Mullerian adenosarcoma of the uterine cervix in an adolescent girl (2010). J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol. 23(1):e13-5.
• Fallopian tube carcinoma metastatic to the pericardium and breast (2009). Eur J Gynaecol Oncol.30(3):335-7.
• Prevalence of cervical cytological abnormalities in Turkey (2009). Int J Gynaecol Obstet; 106(3):206-9.
• Prognostic significance of p16/cdkn2a loss in pleural malignant mesotheliomas (2008). Virchows Arch. 453(6):627-35.
• Maspin overexpression correlates with increased expression of vascular endothelial growth factors A, C, and D in human ovarian carcinoma (2008) Pathol Res Pract.;204(6):379-87.
• EGFR and PDGFR differentially promote growth in malignant epithelioid mesothelioma of short and long term survivors (2008) Thorax 63(4):345-51.
• Pulmonary effects of deltamethrin inhalation: an experimental study in rats.(2006) Ecotoxicol Environ Saf. 63:318-23.
• Metastatic thymoma as a retrovesical mass. (2005) Acta Chir Belg. 105(1):102-3.

Education

• 2005: Karolinska University Hospital / Associate Professor, Clinical Cytology Department.
• 2003 - 2005: Mersin University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pathology / Associate Professor.
• 1998 - 2003: Mersin University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pathology / Assistant Professor.
• 1997: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Pathology.
• 1990: Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine.

Experience

• 2021: Acıbadem Healthcare Group.
• 1991: Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey, Adana Maternity and Children's Hospital.
• 1990: SSK Erzincan Hospital.

Memberships

• International Academy of Cytology.
• Turkish Cancer Research and Control Institution.
• Society of Cytopathology.
• Turkish Society of Pathology.
• Ankara Pathology Society.

Publications

• Pulmonary Effect of Deltamethrin Inhalation: an Experimental Study in Rats. Erdogan S., Zeren E.H., Emre M., Aydin Ö., Gümürdülü D., Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 63:319-323.
• Papillary Cystadenoma of the Submandibular Gland. Ünal M., Aydın Ö., Akbaş Y., Pata Y.S., Çev-84 T., Oral Oncology Extra, 82-84.
• Carcinoid Tumour of the Common Bile Duct: Report of a Case and a Review of the Literature. Çaglikulekci M., Dirlik M., Aydin Ö., Ozer C., Colak T., Dag A., Canbaz H., Aydin S., Acta Chir Belg, 106: 112-115.
• Surgical Approach to Thyroid Nodules with Suspicious Cytology. Akça T, Çolak T, Üstünsoy B, Aydın Ö, Dirlik M, Aydın S. Endokrinolojide Diyalog, 6:184-188.
• Invasive Pulmonary Aspergillosis After Three Days of Systemic Steroid Therapy in a Patient with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Çalıkoğlu M, Ersöz G, Otağ F, Özyaral O, Aydın Ö, Özge C. Mersin University Faculty of Medicine Journal, 3: 326-330.
• An Unusual Cause of Cervical Lymphadenopathy: Diagnosis and Management. Pata Y.S., Ünal M., Akbaş Y., Aydın Ö., Güner N. Mersin University Faculty of Medicine Journal, 4:452-455.
• An Atypical Cervicovaginal Smear with a History of Intrauterine Device? Aydın Ö., Polat A., Tataroğlu C., Turkish Journal of Pathology, 19(3-4):57-59.

Education

• 1999: Professor, Department of Pathology, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1993: Associate Professor, Department of Pathology, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1992: Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1988: Medical Pathology, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1976 - 1982: Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2022: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2007: Founding Member and 2nd Term Member of the Ethics Committee, Federation of Pathology Societies
• 1994 - 2007: Member of the Shua Commission, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1994 - 2005: Member of the Ethics Committee, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 2000 - 2002: President of the Istanbul Medical Chamber
• 1997 - 1999: Secretary General of the Turkish Society of Pathology
• 1996 - 1999: Faculty Council Member, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1995 - 1999: Full Member of the Coordination Board of Specialty Associations, Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Society of Pathology
• 1995 - 1997: Member of the Board of Directors, Turkish Society of Pathology
• 1988 - 1992: Specialist Doctor, Department of Pathology, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1985 - 1988: Research Assistant, Department of Pathology, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1982 - 1985: General Practitioner, Yozgat Central Health Center and Yozgat Syphilis Leprosy Dispensary

Memberships

• European Crohn and Colitis Organisation (ECCO)
• European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENETS)
• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Turkish Society of Pathology
• Federation of Pathology Societies
• European Society of Pathology (ESP)

Education

• 1984: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Medical Pathology
• 1980: Ege University Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2006: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 1997: Oruç Pathology Laboratory / Pathology Specialist
• 1988 - 1997: Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital / Head of Pathology Laboratory
• 1993 - 1994: Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital / Deputy Chief Physician
• 1986 - 1987: Marmara University Medical Faculty / Lecturer and Pathology Specialist
• 1985 - 1987: Zeynep Kamil Women and Children’s Diseases Training and Research Hospital / Pathology Specialist
• 1985 - 1987: Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital / Chief Assistant in Pathology Laboratory

Memberships

• Ankara Pathology Association
• TTB Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Turkish Pathology Association

Publications

• HSP 60 Expression in Mucocutaneous Lesions of Behçet's Disease, J Am Acad Dermatol, 2001
• Over Cancer, Istanbul University Oncology Institute Publications, 1998
• The Diagnostic Value of Stereotactic Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy and Needle Biopsy in Nonpalpable Breast Lesions Detected by Mammography, Clinical Development, 1999

Education

• 2010 - 2015: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 2004 - 2010: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 2002 - 2004: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics / Assistant Professor
• 2003: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Immunology and Allergy
• 1997: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics
• 1992: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2015: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2015: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics / Professor
• 2005 - 2006: Harvard Medical School, Children's Hospital of Boston, USA / Research Fellow
• 1998 - 2002: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Allergy-Immunology / Specialist Doctor
• 1992 - 1997: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics / Research Assistant

Memberships

• European Respiratory Society
• Turkish National Allergy Clinical Immunology Society
• Turkish Pediatric Society
• European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
• Pediatric Allergy and Asthma Academy
• Asthma Patients Solidarity Association
• Turkish Thoracic Society
• National Pediatrics Society

Publications

• "If your child has an allergic constitution, be careful!"
• "10 ways to relieve allergic children"
• "Protect your child from autumn allergies!"

Education

• 2001: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Cardiology
• 1998: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics
• 1993: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2021: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2014 - 2019: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine / Pediatrics, Professor
• 2017 - 2018: Near East University, Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Cardiology, Professor
• 2011 - 2014: Near East University, Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Cardiology, Associate Professor
• 2009 - 2014: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine / Pediatrics, Associate Professor
• 2007 - 2009: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine / Pediatrics, Assistant Professor
• 2006 - 2007: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine / Pediatrics, Specialist
• 2002 - 2006: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine / Pediatrics, Specialist
• 1993 - 2001: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine / Pediatrics, Research Assistant

Memberships

• Turkish Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery Association
• Adult Congenital Heart Disease Association

Publications

• Determining Factors Affecting Outcomes of Balloon Angioplasty in Aortic Coarctation, Turkey Clinics Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences, 31(2), 100-108. (2019) Sarısoy Özlem, Ayabakan Canan, Tokel Niyazi Kürşad
• Long-term outcomes in patients who underwent surgical correction for atrioventricular septal defect, Anatolian Journal (2018) Sarısoy Özlem, Ayabakan Canan, Tokel Kürşad, Özkan Murat, Türköz Rıza, Aşlamacı Sait
• Complications of cardiac catheterization in children with congenital heart disease, Turkish Journal of Pediatrics, 60(6):675-683. doi: 10.24953/turkjped.2018.06.008. (2018) Tokel Kürşad, Gümüş Ayten, Ayabakan Canan, Varan Birgül, Erdoğan İlkay
• Early surgical outcome of pulmonary valve replacement in patients with previous right ventricle outflow tract reconstruction, The Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, 25(3), 363-367., Doi: 10.5606/tgkdc.dergisi.2017.14363 (2017) SARITAŞ AHMET BÜLENT, Özker Emre, ÖZKAN MURAT, SARISOY ÖZLEM, AYABAKAN CANAN
• Surgical options in complex transposition of great arteries, Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, 24(1), 1-9., Doi: 10.5606/tgkdc.dergisi.2016.11780 (2016) AYABAKAN CANAN, SARITAŞ AHMET BÜLENT, Özker Emre, Türköz Rıza, TOKEL NİYAZİ KÜRŞAD
• Radiofrequency catheter ablation of left sided accessory pathways via retrograde aortic approach in children, Journal of Arrhythmia, 32(3), 176-180. (2016) AYABAKAN CANAN, Şahin Murat, ÇELİKER ALPAY
• Reliable Myocardial Protection in Congenital Heart Disease with Aortic Clamp Times Exceeding 100 Minutes, Pediatric Heart Journal, 3(1), 1-6. (2016) SARITAŞ AHMET BÜLENT, Özker Emre, Yörüker Uygar, VURAN ALÎ CAN, SARISOY ÖZLEM, Türköz Rıza, AYABAKAN CANAN, TOKEL NİYAZİ KÜRŞAD
• Does the z Score Value of the Abdominal Aorta Predict Recoarctation in an Infant, Congenital Heart Disease, 8(4), 316-321. (2013) Ayabakan Canan, Binnetoğlu Koksal, Sarısoy Özlem, Tokel Kürşad
• Factors affecting the clinical outcomes in patients with bidirectional cavopulmonary anastomosis, Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, 21(4), 877-884., Doi: 10.5606/tgkdc.dergisi.2013.8237 (2013) AYABAKAN CANAN, SARISOY ÖZLEM, SARITAŞ AHMET BÜLENT, Özker Emre, VURAN ALİ CAN, TOKEL NİYAZİ KÜRŞAD, Türköz Rıza
• Cardiac pathologies and clinical follow-up of patients with Williams syndrome, Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, 21(4), 1027-1031., Doi: 10.5606/tgkdc.dergisi.2013.7404 (2013) SARISOY ÖZLEM, AYABAKAN CANAN, TOKEL NİYAZİ KÜRŞAD, SARITAŞ AHMET BÜLENT, VURAN ALİ CAN, Özker Emre, Türköz Rıza.

Education

• 2013: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Cardiology
• 2008: Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics
• 2002: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2016: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2013: Ahi Evren Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Pediatric Cardiology Specialist
• 2009 - 2013: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine / Pediatric Cardiology Research Assistant
• 2008 - 2009: Gümüşhane State Hospital / Pediatric Specialist
• 2002 - 2008: Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics / Research Assistant

Memberships

• Turkish Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Association

Publications

• A case of neonatal arterial thrombosis mimicking interrupted aortic arch. Turk Pediatri Ars. 2015 Jun 1;50(2):118-22. Gürsu HA, Varan B, Oktay A, Özkan M.
• Oral budesonide as a therapy for protein-losing enteropathy in children after the Fontan operation. CardSurg. 2014 Sep;29(5):712-6. Gursu HA, Erdogan I, Varan B, Oktay A, Ozcay F, Ozkan M, Aslamaci S.
• Transposition of the great arteries and cortriatriatum: a rare combination. Cardiol Young. 2014 Aug;24(4):760-1. Gursu HA, Varan B, Erdogan İ, Oktay A.
• A large intracardiac fungus ball in a premature infant. Turk J Pediatr. 2011 May-Jun;53(3):325-7. Ekici F, Varan B, Saylan-Cevik B, Ozkan M, Ok-Atilgan A, Oktay A.
• Transposition of the great arteries in a newborn whose mother was treated with carbamazepine during pregnancy. Anadolu Kardiyoloji Dergisi 2007 Sep;7(3):344-5. Misirlioğlu ED, Aliefendioğlu D, Doğru MT, Sanli C, Oktay A.

Additional Information

• 8 mistakes threatening children's hearts: Heart check-up is essential for children who will play sports.

Education

• 2000: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Pediatric Gastroenterology
• 1996: Bakırköy Maternity and Children's Training and Research Hospital, Pediatrics
• 1990: Dokuz Eylul University Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2012: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2007 - 2012: Yeditepe University Medical Faculty, Pediatric Gastroenterology Specialist / Head of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition Department
• 1999 - 2007: Istanbul Bakırköy Maternity and Children's Training and Research Hospital, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition Specialist
• 1997 - 1999: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Pediatrics Department, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition Subspecialty
• 1992 - 1996: Istanbul Bakırköy Maternity and Children's Training and Research Hospital, Pediatrics Residency
• 1990 - 1992: Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital, Emergency Department

Memberships

• The European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism
• Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition Association
• Clinical Enteral Parenteral Nutrition Association
• Turkish Gastroenterology Association
• Turkish Liver Research Association
• Turkish Pediatric Society
• Viral Hepatitis Combat Association
• Clinical Microbiology Association

Education

• 2011: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Genetic Diseases
• 2008: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 2002: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics
• 1996: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2011: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2008 - 2011: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics, Pediatric Genetics Unit, Associate Professor
• 2004 - 2009: Hacettepe University Institute of Health Sciences, Pediatric Basic Sciences Department, Genetics PhD Program
• 2007 - 2008: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics, Pediatric Genetics Unit, Assistant Professor
• 2002 - 2007: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics Department, Pediatric Genetics Unit
• 2005 - 2006: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center-UCLA Intercampus Program, Research Fellowship in Skeletal Dysplasias
• 1997 - 2002: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics Department, Residency Training
• 1996 - 1997: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics Department, Residency Training

Memberships

• International Skeletal Dysplasia Society
• European Society of Human Genetics
• Turkish Pediatric Association
• Turkish Medical Association
• American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG)
• Turkish Pediatric Institution

Publications

• Genetic deficiency of tartrate-resistant acid phosphatase associated with skeletal dysplasia, cerebral calcifications and autoimmunity. Machado Rosa RF, Unger SL, Renella R, Bonafé L, Spranger J, Unger S, Zabel B, Superti-Furga A. Nat Genet 43(2):132-7 (2011)
• Molecular screening of ADAMTSL2 gene in 33 patients reveals the genetic heterogeneity of geleophysic dysplasia. Allali S, Le Goff C, Pressac-Diebold I, Pfennig G, Mahaut C, Dagoneau N, Alanay Y, Brady AF, Crow YJ, Devriendt K, Drouin-Garraud V, Flori E, Geneviève D, Hennekam RC, Hurst J, Krakow D, Munnich A, Cormier-Daire V. J Med Genet Mar 17. [Epub ahead of print] (2011)
• Mutations in the gene encoding the RER protein FKBP65 cause autosomal-recessive osteogenesis imperfecta. Am J Hum Genet 86(4):551-9 (2010).
• Clinical and radiographic findings in two brothers affected with a novel mutation in matrix metalloproteinase 2 gene. Eur J Pediatr 169(3):363-7 (2010)
• Disruption of ALX1 causes extreme microphthalmia and severe facial clefting: expanding the spectrum of autosomal-recessive ALX-related frontonasal dysplasia. Am J Hum Genet 86(5):789-96 (2010)
• Hemihyperplasia-multiple lipomatosis syndrome: an underdiagnosed entity in children with asymmetric overgrowth. J Pediatr Surg 45(1):E19-23 (2010)
• Intracranial and extracranial malformations in patients with craniofacial anomalies. J Craniofac Surg 21(5):1460-4 (2010)
• Homozygous inactivating mutations in the NKX3-2 gene result in spondylo-megaepiphyseal-metaphyseal dysplasia. Am J Hum Genet 85(6):916-22 (2009)
• Evaluation of prenatal-onset osteochondrodysplasias by ultrasonography: a retrospective and prospective analysis. Am J Med Genet A 1;146:1917-1924 (2008)
• The skeletal dysplasias: clinical-molecular correlations. Ann N Y Acad Sci, 1117:302-309 (2007)

Education

• 2016: Professor of Pediatric Nephrology and Rheumatology
• 2011: Pediatric Rheumatology, Medical Specialty Board
• 2004: Associate Professor of Pediatric Nephrology
• 1999: Pediatric Nephrology, Ankara Dr. Sami Ulus Training and Research Hospital
• 1993: Pediatric Health and Diseases, Ankara Dr. Sami Ulus Training and Research Hospital
• 1988: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2016 - 2022: Head of Pediatric Nephrology and Rheumatology Department, Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
• 2022-2024: Bahçelievler Medical Park Hospital
• 2011 - 2016: Education Coordinator, Pediatric Nephrology and Rheumatology Clinic
• 2008 - 2011: Assistant Chief of Pediatric Nephrology, Ankara Dr. Sami Ulus Training and Research Hospital
• 1999 - 2008: Pediatric Nephrology Specialist, Ankara Dr. Sami Ulus Training and Research Hospital
• 1995 - 1999: Research Assistant in Pediatric Nephrology, Ankara Dr. Sami Ulus Training and Research Hospital
• 1993 - 1995: Chief Assistant in Pediatrics, Ankara Dr. Sami Ulus Training and Research Hospital
• 1988 - 1993: Research Assistant in Pediatrics, Ankara Dr. Sami Ulus Training and Research Hospital

Memberships

• National Pediatric Society
• Pediatric Nephrology Society
• Pediatric Rheumatology Society
• Turkish Nephrology Society

Publications

• Complement gene mutations in children with C3 glomerulopathy: do they affect the response to mycophenolate mofetil? 2024 May;39(5): 1435-1446. doi: 10.1007/s00467-023-06231-2. Epub 2023 Dec 2.
• Urine soluble TLR4 levels may contribute to predict urinary tract infection in children: the UTILISE Study. Pediatr Nephrol. 2024 Feb;39(2):483-491. doi: 10.1007/S00467-023-06063-0. Epub 2023 Jul 18. PMID: 37462743
• Case report: Thrombotic microangiopathy in pediatric multisystem inflammatory syndrome associated with COVID-19: a case series. Front Pediatr. 2023 Oct 12:11:1254308. doi: 10.3389/fped.2023.1254308. eCollection 2023.
• Neuropsychiatric involvement in juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus: A multicenter study. Joint Bone Spine. 2023 Jul;90(4):105559. doi: 10.1016/j.jbspin.2023.105559. Epub 2023 Feb 28. PMID: 36858168.
• Urinary HSP70 improves diagnostic accuracy for urinary tract infection in children: UTILISE study. Pediatr Nephrol. 2023 Mar;38(3):791-799. doi: 10.1007/s00467-022-05664-5. Epub 2022 Jul 18. PMID: 35849222

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2009: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Assistant Professor
• 1998: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics
• 1986 - 1992: Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• 1986: Üsküdar American College

Experience

• 1998 - 2006: Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2006: Acıbadem Health Group
• 1995: Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA / Pediatric Emergency Unit
• 1990: University of Granada, Spain / Pediatric Surgery
• 1989: Royal Hallamshire Hospital, England

Memberships

• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Pediatric Respiratory Diseases Association
• Turkish Pediatric Society
• National Pediatric Association

Publications

• Clinical variability of Waardenburg-Shah syndrome in patients with proximal 13q deletion syndrome including the endothelin-B receptor locus. Am J Med Genet A. 2009 Oct;149A(10):2290-5. Tüysüz B, Collin A, Arapoğlu M, Suyugül N.
• A fatal case of mucormycosis. Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases. 2007 1(3): 9-10. Telhan L, Erdem E, Taşdemir M, Sakız D, Arapoğlu M, Palanduz A.
• Incidental raised transaminases: a clue to muscle disease. Ann Trop Paediatr. 2006 Dec;26(4):345-8. Urganci N, Arapoğlu M, Serdaroglu P, Nuhoglu A.
• Brunner's gland adenoma: A rare cause of vomiting. Acta Paediatr. 2005 May;94(5):631-3. Urganci N, Arapoğlu M, Akyildiz B, Calay Z, Nuhoglu A.
• Brucellar arthritis of knee in a child. J Paediatr Child Health. 2005 Jan-Feb;41 (1-2): 76-7. Palanduz A, Telhan L, Yıldırmak Y, Memioglu N, Arapoğlu M, Kayaalp N.
• Pseudohyperkalemia in a case of acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Ege Pediatri Bülteni. 2005 12(3): 181-183. Arapoğlu M, Yıldırmak Y, Telhan L, Palanduz A.
• Evaluation of poisoning cases admitted to the 1st Pediatric Clinic of Şişli Etfal Hospital. Şişli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin, 2005, 39 (4): 41-45. Arapoğlu M, Keskin C, Telhan L, Erdem E, Palanduz A.
• Spondyloenchondrodysplasia: Clinical variability in three cases. The effect of ribavirin on bone density in patients with chronic hepatitis C treated with interferon-ribavirin therapy. J Pediatr Gastroent Nutr. 2005 Nov;41(5):650-2. Urganci N, Gulec SG, Arapoğlu M, Vural S, Nuhoglu A.

Education

• 2004: Celal Bayar University, Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics
• 1998: Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2007 - 2009: Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine / Pediatric Emergency and Intensive Care
• 2009: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2006 - 2007: Eskişehir Military Hospital
• 2004 - 2006: Celal Bayar University, Faculty of Medicine, Specialist in Pediatrics

Memberships

• National Pediatric Association
• Pediatric Emergency and Intensive Care Association
• Turkish Medical Association

Publications

• "Children's Emergency Medicine and Intensive Care Terms Dictionary." Derinöz D, Boşnak M, Saz EU, Dictionary Journal, January 1, 2008, 1(1):3.32
• "A case of primary pulmonary tuberculosis presenting as foreign body aspiration." İkizoğlu T, Yılmaz O, Özkol M, Söğüt A, Yüksel H, Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, 2007; 2(3):175-179
• "Peripartum cerebral arterial and various blood flow changes in intrauterine growth restricted babies." Baytur Y, Tarhan S, Coban B, Bayındır P, Tansug N, İkizoğlu T, Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol, October 2007; 30(49):629
• "Frequency and characteristics of Mongolian spots among Turkish children in Aegean region." Egemen A, İkizoğlu T, Ergör S, Asar MG, Yılmaz Ö, The Turkish Journal of Pediatrics, July-September 2006; 48(3)
• "Parental presence during invasive procedures and resuscitation; attitudes of health care professionals in Turkey." Egemen A, İkizoğlu T, Karapınar B, Coşar D, Pediatr Emerg Care 2006: 22:230-234
• "Childhood Vaccines." Betül Ersoy, Tarkan İkizoğlu, Galenes Medical Journal, 2005; 102(89):4.11
• "Bacterial colonization frequency on toys in different environments." Akil İ, Yılmaz O, Egemen A, Gazi H, İkizoğlu T, Değerli K, Turkish Journal of Infection, 2004; 18(2):205-209
• "Acute Meningococcemia case with Gitelman syndrome." Akil İ, M. Polat, Coşkun Ş, Yüksel H, İkizoğlu T, Onağ A, Dokuz Eylul University Medical Faculty Journal, 2003; 17:229-232.

Education

• 2022: Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics
• 2009: Azerbaijan Medical University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2023: Pediatric Specialist / Medicana Hospital, Kadıköy
• 2022 - 2023: Pediatric Specialist / Özel Medivia Hospital, Çengelköy
• 2018 - 2022: Selçuk University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics

Education

• 2021: Health Sciences University, Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Pediatrics
• 2015: Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2023: Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2012: Süleyman Demirel University / Professor
• 2009: Süleyman Demirel University / Associate Professor
• 2004 - 2006: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine / Assistant Professor
• 2004: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Diseases
• 2000: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics
• 1995: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2023: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2007 - 2009: Antalya Andeva Hospital / Associate Professor
• 2006 - 2007: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 2002 - 2004: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine / Research Assistant
• 2001 - 2002: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine / Lecturer
• 1996 - 2000: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine / Research Assistant

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Pediatric Infectious Diseases
• Turkish Pediatric Society
• National Pediatric Association
• PUADER Association
• Turkish Society of Infectious Diseases
• Turkish Society of Microbiology

Publications

• Probiotics in Prevention of Pediatric URTIs. Expert Opin Biol Ther. 2015 Jan;15(1):9-20. (SCI)
• Ozen M, Sandal G, Dinleyici EC. Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745 reduces the duration of diarrhea, length of emergency care and hospital stay in children with acute diarrhea. Beneficial Microbes 2015; In Press. (SCI-Exp)
• Dinleyici EC, PROBAGE Study Group, M. Ozen, Vandenplas Y. History of Probiotics: The Untold Story. Beneficial Microbes 2015; Accepted for publication. (SCI-Exp)
• Ozen M., Dinleyici EC. All things considered About Probiotics, Prebiotics and Intestinal Microbiota in Children From Bench to Bedside. Beneficial Microbes 2015; Accepted for publication. (SCI-Exp).
• Ozen M., Dinleyici EC. Mikrobiyota ve Önemi. Enfeksiyon Hastalıkları, ed S. Badur, İstanbul, 2014
• Paketçi C., M. Özen. Tatarcık Humması. Nadir karşılaşılan Hastalıklar Kitabı Ed H. Tezer, İstanbul, 2014
• Akaslan A., M. Özen. Pediatrik Hastane Enfeksiyonları. Çocuk Enfeksiyon Hastalıkları, ed H. Çokuğraş, İstanbul, 2014
• Elmas A., M. Özen. Akut Piyelonefrit. Çocuk Enfeksiyon Hastalıkları Çalışma Kitabı, ed S. Öncel, İzmit, 2014
• Kuybulu A., M. Özen. EBV Aşıları. Clinic Pediatri, ed A. Somer, İstanbul, 2014
• Paketçi C. M. Özen. The Protective Effect of Capparis Ovata on 6 Mercaptopurine Induced Hepatotoxicity and Oxidative Stress in Rats. J Pediatr Hematol Oncol. 2014 Nov 19. (SCI-Exp)
• Tulumen, T., Ayata A, M. Ozen, Sutcu R, Canatan D. . . .

Additional Information

• Tips for protecting your children from infections
• Teach your child proper handwashing
• Protect your child from infectious diseases!

Education

• 2016: Ankara Children's Health and Diseases Hematology Oncology Training and Research Hospital, Child Neurology
• 2012: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Child Health and Diseases
• 2006: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2021: Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital / Associate Professor
• 2019 - 2021: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Child Health and Diseases / Faculty Member in Child Neurology
• 2016 - 2019: Ankara Children's Health and Diseases Hematology and Oncology Training and Research Hospital / Specialist Doctor in Child Neurology (Mandatory Service)
• 2016: Şanlıurfa Training and Research Hospital / Specialist Doctor in Child Neurology (Mandatory Service)
• 2013 - 2016: Ankara Children's Health and Diseases Hematology and Oncology Training and Research Hospital / Subspecialty Assistant
• 2012 - 2013: Dr. Sami Ulus Obstetrics, Child Health and Diseases Training and Research Hospital / (Mandatory Service)
• 2006 - 2012: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Child Health and Diseases / Assistant Doctor

Publications

• Sydenham Chorea: Putaminal Enlargement. J Child Neurol. 2020 Aug 27:883073820951364. doi: 10.1177/0883073820951364.
• Ictal pouting (Chapeau de gendarme) in three pediatric cases with cortical dysplasia. European Journal of Paediatric Neurology, 2020;26; 82-88.
• Risk factors for recurrence after drug withdrawal in childhood epilepsy. Brain and Development. 2020:42;35-40. (SCI)
• Subcortical gray matter changes in pediatric patients with new-onset juvenile myoclonic epilepsy. Epilepsy Behav. 2020 Mar;104(Pt A): 106860. doi: 10.1016/j.yebeh.2019.106860.
• Reduced thalamic volume is strongly associated with electrical status epilepticus in sleep. Acta Neurologica Belgica. 2019; 27:1-7.
• Risk factors and motor outcome of pediatric stroke patients. Brain and Development. 2019;41:96-100.(SCI)
• Cortical thinning in benign epilepsy with centrotemporal spikes (BECTS) with or without attention-deficit/hyperactivity (ADHD). Journal of Clinical Neuroscience. 2019;68:123-7.
• Guillain-Barre syndrome in children: subtypes and outcome. Child's Nervous System. 2018;34:2291 -7.(SCI)
• Identification of a New de Novo Mutation Underlying Regressive Episodic Ataxia Type I. Frontiers in Neurology. 2018;25:587.(SCI-E)

Education

• 2012: Board Certification in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
• 2001: Dokuz Eylul University, Pediatric Health and Diseases, Pediatric Oncology Specialization
• 1999: Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Health and Diseases
• 1994: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2023: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2017 - 2019: Member of the Faculty Administrative Board, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• 2011 - 2019: Professor, Department of Pediatric Health and Diseases, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Oncology Division
• 2003 - 2019: Founder and Head, Pediatric Oncology Division, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Health and Diseases
• 2006 - 2011: Associate Professor, Pediatric Oncology Division, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Health and Diseases
• 2003 - 2006: Assistant Professor, Pediatric Oncology Division, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Health and Diseases
• 2001 - 2003: Specialist Doctor, Pediatric Oncology Division, Dokuz Eylul University Oncology Institute
• 1999 - 2001: Specialist Doctor, Pediatric Oncology Division, Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Health and Diseases, Subspecialty Research Assistant
• 1994 - 1999: Research Assistant, Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Health and Diseases

Memberships

• International Society of Paediatric Oncology
• Turkish Cancer Research and Fight Foundation
• Turkish Pediatric Oncology Group

Publications

• "More than Ophelia syndrome: Multiple paraneoplastic syndromes in pediatric Hodgkin lymphoma." Türk J Pediatr. 2019;61(1): 139-141. doi: 10.24953/turkjped.2019.01.024. PubMed PMID: 31559737.
• "Rare clinical condition during Wilms' tumor treatment: Testicular metastasis." Pediatr Int. 2019 Mar;61(3):310-311. doi: 10.1111/ped.13769. PubMed PMID: 30916857.
• "Malignant triton tumor of trigeminal nerve-case report." Childs Nerv Syst. 2018 May;34(5):983-986. doi: 10.1007/s00381-017-3708-3. Epub 2017 Dec 26. PubMed PMID: 29279963.
• "The Performance of Radiographic Criteria for Bone Malignancy When Applied to Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging." J Med Imaging Radiat Sci. 2018 Mar;49(1):84-89. doi: 10.1016/j.jmir.2017.10.003. Epub 2017 Nov 26. PubMed PMID: 30479294.
• "Subclinical anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity in long-term follow-up of asymptomatic childhood cancer survivors: Assessment by speckle tracking echocardiography." Echocardiography. 2018 Feb;35(2):234-240. doi: 10.1111/echo.13743. Epub 2017 Nov 6. PubMed PMID: 29106752.
• "Post-traumatic stress disorder in mothers of children who have undergone cancer surgery." Pediatr Int. 2017 Sep;59(9):996-1001. doi: 10.1111/ped.13343. Epub 2017 Aug 7. PubMed PMID: 28613013.
• "Staging and evaluation of neoadjuvant chemotherapy response with 18F-FDG PET/CT in NUT-midline carcinoma in a child: a case report and review of the literature." Rev Esp Med Nucl Imagen Mol. 2015 Jan-Feb;34(1):53-5. doi: 10.1016/j.remn.2014.08.007. Epub 2014 Oct 7. Review. PubMed PMID: 25304847.
• "Prognostic factors and treatment results of pediatric Hodgkin's lymphoma: A single center experience." Türk J Pediatr. 2015 Jul-Aug;57(4):359-66. PubMed PMID: 27186698.
• "Endobronchial recurrence of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma mimicking foreign body aspiration." Interv Med Appl Sci. 2015 Sep;7(3):129-31. doi: 10.1556/1646.7.2015.3.8. Epub 2015 Sep 28. PubMed PMID: 26525351; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC4609026.
• "The effect of childhood cancer therapy on ovarian reserve and pubertal development." Reprod Biomed Online. 2015 Feb;30(2):175-80. doi: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2014.10.010. Epub 2014 Oct 22. PubMed PMID: 25498597.

Education

• 2019: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Professorship Certificate
• 2015: European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EBOT) Diploma, (FEBOT)
• 2012: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professorship Certificate
• 2010: Turkish Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology Diploma (2024 Recertification)
• 2007 - 2008: The International Center for Limb Lengthening, Rubin Institute For Advanced Orthopedics, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Baltimore, USA. Chief Clinical Fellow / Specialization in Deformity Correction Surgery and Limb Lengthening
• 2006 - 2007: New York University, Hospital for Joint Diseases, Center for Children, Department of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, New York, USA. Clinical Fellow / Specialization in Pediatric Orthopaedics
• 2005 - 2006: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Division of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Baltimore, USA. Visiting Physician / Pediatric Orthopaedics
• 2005: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• 2000: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2024 - 2025: Karolinska University Hospital, Pediatric Orthopaedics Department, Stockholm, Sweden
• 2018: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2017: Acıbadem Health Group, Faculty Member of Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul
• 2017: Memorial Şişli Hospital, Istanbul
• 2014 - 2017: Koç University Hospital, American Hospital, Faculty Member of Koç University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul
• 2009 - 2014: Hacettepe University Hospitals, Faculty Member of Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara

Memberships

• Founding Member of the Pediatric Orthopaedics Society
• Corresponding Member of the Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association
• Active Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society, Former Board Member
• Corresponding Member of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA)
• Former Board Member of the Association for Application and Development of Extremity Reconstruction and Ilizarov Methods (ASAMI Turkey)
• Member of the Hip Preservation Surgery Association

Publications

• An International Consensus on Evaluation and Management of Idiopathic Genu Valgum: A Modified Delphi Survey. J Pediatr Orthop. 2025 May-Jun;45(5):274-280. Ranade AS et al. [S MARANGOZ].
• The role and effectiveness of varus osteotomy in the treatment of Legg Calve Perthes disease; current evaluation. TOTBİD Journal 2017; 16:36-41. S MARANGOZ.
• Is there a correlation between the change in the interscrew angle of the eight-plate and the delta joint orientation angles? MARANGOZ, K Buyukdogan, S Karahan. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2017 Jan;51(1):39-43. S.
• Physeal Injuries. In: Doral MN, Karlsson J (eds) Sports Injuries. Prevention, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Rehabilitation. Second Edition Springer-Verlag, Berlin Heidelberg, 2015, pp 2625-2634. S MARANGOZ, MC Aksoy.
• Neonatal physeal separation of distal humerus during cesarean section. Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2014 Nov;43(11):E279-81. Review. S Kamaci, M Danisman, S MARANGOZ.
• Adolescent Hip Issues and Joint Preservation Surgical Techniques. Turkiye Klinikleri J Orthop & Traumatol-Special Topics 2010;3(4):14-9. S MARANGOZ.
• Malunions and Nonunions in the Lower Extremity. In: Levin LS (ed) Complications in Orthopaedics, Open Fractures pp 55-69. Book Chapter. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2010. S MARANGOZ, JD Conway, JE Herzenberg.
• Gait analysis in adults with severe hip dysplasia before and after total hip arthroplasty. Hip Int. 2010 Oct-Dec;20(4):466-72. S MARANGOZ, B Atilla, H Gök, G Yavuzer, S Ergin, AM Tokgözoğlu, M Alpaslan.
• Articulated hip distraction: a treatment option for femoral head avascular necrosis in adolescence. J Pediatr Orthop. 2009 Mar;29(2):163-9. JA Gomez, H Matsumoto, DP Jr Roye, MG Vitale, JE Hyman, HJ van Bosse, S MARANGOZ, DA Sala, MI Stein, DS Feldman.
• Correction of arthrogrypotic clubfoot with a modified Ponseti technique. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2009 May;467(5):1283-93. Epub 2009 Jan 14. HJ van Bosse, S MARANGOZ, WB Lehman, DA Sala.
• Femoral deformity correction in children and young adults using Taylor Spatial Frame. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2008 Dec;466(12):3018-24. Epub 2008 Sep 23. S. MARANGOZ, DS Feldman, DA Sala, JE Hyman, MG Vitale.

Additional Information

• Focus on hip dysplasia in infants.

Education

• 2013: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatric Surgery
• 2006: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2020: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2015: Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery / Assistant Professor
• 2013 - 2015: Selahattin Cizrelioğlu Cizre State Hospital / Specialist Doctor
• 2007 - 2013: Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery / Research Assistant
• 2006 - 2007: Ordu-Perşembe 1st Emergency Health Services / Ambulance Doctor

Publications

• Rare clinical condition during Wilms' tumor treatment: Testicular metastasis. Pediatrics International, 61(3), 310-311. (2019) Demirsoy, U., Şen, M. C., Vural, Ç., & Çorapcıoğlu, F.
• More than Ophelia syndrome: Multiple paraneoplastic syndromes in pediatric Hodgkin lymphoma. The Turkish Journal of Pediatrics, 61(1), 139-141. (2019) Demirsoy, U., Alparslan, B., Şen, M. C., Anık, Y., Akansel, G., Görür, G., ... & Çorapcıoğlu, F.
• Ultrasound-guided dorsal penile nerve block vs neurostimulator-guided pudendal nerve block in children undergoing hypospadias surgery: A prospective randomized, double-blinded trial. Pediatric Anesthesia, 29(10), 1046-1052. (2019) Aksu, C., Akay, M. A., Şen, M. C., & Gürkan, Y.
• The Effect of Carbon Dioxide Insufflation Applied at Different Pressures and Periods on Thrombotic Factors. Indian J Hematol Blood Transfus. 2016 Mar;32(1):87-91. doi: 10.1007/s12288-015-0517-2. Sen M.C., Turkyilmaz Z., Sönmez K., Karabulut R., Kaya Z., Yenicesu I., Gürsel T., Başaklar A.C.
• Yenidoğanın Antenatal Tamlı Koledok Kistleri. Gazi Medical Journal, Doi: 10.12996/gmj.2014.07. Türkyılmaz Z., Karabulut R., Sönmez K., Kapısız A., Şen M.C., Başaklar C.
• Extraskeletal Ewing sarcoma of the mesocolon in a child. J Pediatr Surg. 2012 Sep;47(9):El-3. doi: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2012.04.009. Turkyilmaz Z., Sönmez K., Karabulut R., Sen M.C., Poyraz A., Oğuz A., Başaklar A.C.

Education

• 2022: European Board of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine Senior Fellowship Certificate
• 2020: Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, Health Sciences University, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital / Professor
• 2014: Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professor
• 2013: Istanbul Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital / Chief Assistant
• 2012: European Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Fellowship Certificate
• 2007: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• 2001: Mediterranean University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2017 - 2023: Hamidiye Faculty of Medicine, Health Sciences University, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation / Faculty Member
• 2014 - 2023: Founder and Education Coordinator, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• 2019: Board Member, Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association
• 2017 - 2019: Director, Hamidiye Institute of Health Sciences, Health Sciences University
• 2013 - 2014: Chief Assistant, Istanbul Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital
• 2010 - 2013: Specialist Doctor, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• 2009 - 2010: Specialist Doctor, Bolu Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital
• 2002 - 2007: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• 2001 - 2002: Antalya Central Health Center No. 6 / General Practitioner

Memberships

• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Turkish Rheumatism Research and Fight Association
• Turkish Lymphedema Association
• Manual Medicine Association
• Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association

Publications

• Best Practice Recommendations for Stroke Patients with Dysphagia: A Delphi-Based Consensus Study of Experts in Turkey-Part I: Management, Diagnosis, and Follow-up. Dysphagia. 2022;37(2):217-236.
• Effect of Home-Based Exercise Program on Physical Function and Balance in Older Adults with Sarcopenia: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Study. J Aging Phys Act. 2021;29(6):1010-1017.
• Could Computed Tomography Hounsfield Unit Values of Lumbar Vertebrae Detect Osteoporosis? Curr Med Imaging. 2021;17(8):988-995.
• Functional evaluation of patients with mastectomy lymphedema. Turk J Phys Med Rehabil. 2021;67(1):56-61.
• Prevalence, etiology, and biopsychosocial risk factors of cervicogenic dizziness in patients with neck pain: A multi-center, cross-sectional study. Turk J Phys Med Rehabil. 2021;67(4):399-408.
• Assessment of quality of life in relation to spasticity severity and socio-demographic and clinical factors among patients with spinal cord injury. J Spinal Cord Med. 2020;43(2):193-200.
• Mini-Review: Human Microbiome and Rheumatic Diseases. Front Cell Infect Microbiol. 2020;10:491160.
• Pelvic pain rehabilitation. Turk J Phys Med Rehabil. 2018;64(4):291-299.
• Evaluation of effects of urinary incontinence subtypes on women's sexual function using the Golombok-Rust Inventory of Sexual Satisfaction. J Obstet Gynaecol Res. 2017;43(3):551-556.
• Is There Any Relationship Between Mean Platelet Volume, Bone Mineral Density and Vitamin D in Postmenopausal Women? Acta Medica Mediterranea. 2017;33(1):443-448.
• Poststroke Fatigue and its Effect on Functional Status and Quality of Life in Patient with Ischemic Stroke. Journal of Neurological Sciences. 2016;33(3):424-432.
• Evaluation of personality profile in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome and healthy controls. Mod Rheumatol. 2014;24(5):823-828.
• Effectiveness of dry needling for the treatment of temporomandibular myofascial pain: A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2012;25(4):285-290.
• The effect of viscosupplementation on neuromuscular control of the knee in patients with osteoarthritis. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2009;22(1):1-9.

Education

• 2015 - Bahçeşehir University
• 2013 - Haliç University

Experience

• 2023 - Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2005: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 2003 - 2005: Başkent University Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation / Assistant Professor
• 1998: Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• 1994: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1988: Bornova Anadolu High School

Experience

• 2014: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2007 - 2014: Ankara Güven Hospital / Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• 2005 - 2007: Başkent University Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation / Associate Professor
• 1998 - 2003: Başkent University Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Memberships

• Turkish Association of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialists
• Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Society
• Istanbul Medical Chamber

Articles

• 7 Bad Habits That Cause Osteoporosis

Education

• 2008: Psychiatry, Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2003: Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2012: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2009: İstinye State Hospital
• 2008 - 2009: Yüksekova State Hospital

Scientific Publications

• Clinical outcomes and quality of life associated with treatment noncompliance in bipolar patients on polypharmacy. CINP Thematic Meeting 2011, Salzburg.
• Karamustafalıoğlu O, Toprak E, Göksan Yavuz B. Polypharmacy in bipolar patients: safety and efficacy. CINP Thematic Meeting 2011, Salzburg.
• Effects of childhood traumatic experiences on sexual function in patients with panic disorder. Düşünen Adam Journal of Psychiatry and Neurological Sciences 2011.
• Bakım B, Karamustafalıoğlu O, Akpınar A, Tankaya O, Özçelik B, Cengiz Ceylan Y, Göksan Yavuz, Bozkurt S, Alpak G, Gönenli S. Anxiety disorder comorbidity and quality of life in patients with bipolar disorder. Journal of Mood Disorders 2011.
• Management of inadequate response in major depressive disorder treatment and new treatment options. Clinical Psychopharmacology Bulletin 2011.
• Karamustafalıoğlu O, Göksan Yavuz B. EEG abnormalities in a group of inpatients taking antipsychotics. XXVII CINP World Congress 2010, Hong Kong.
• EEG abnormalities in bipolar affective disorder. ECNS 2010 abstract booklet, Istanbul.
• Karamustafalıoğlu O, Bozkurt S, Yavuz B, Özçelik B, Cengiz Y, Bakım B. A tool to predict suicide: Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. Düşünen Adam Journal of Psychiatry and Neurological Sciences 2010.
• Effects of add-on rTMS on response and remission in moderate to severe depressive disorder. ECNS 2010 abstract booklet, Istanbul.
• Karamustafalıoğlu O, Tankaya O, Çevik M, Özçelik M, Cengiz Ceylan Y, Bakım B, Yavuz B. Sociodemographic characteristics and comorbidity in patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder. Şişli Eftal Hospital Medical Bulletin 2009.

Education

• 2023: Koç University Institute of Health Sciences / Neuroscience / PhD
• 2015: Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital / Psychiatry
• 2010: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2024: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2021 - 2024: Madalyon Psychiatry Center, Levent Branch / Adult Psychiatry / Specialist Doctor
• 2021: Erenköy Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Training and Research Hospital / Psychiatry Clinic / Specialist Doctor
• 2020: Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital / Specialist Doctor
• 2018: Adıyaman University Training and Research Hospital / Psychiatry Clinic / Specialist Doctor
• 2016: Adıyaman Besni State Hospital / Psychiatry Clinic / Specialist Doctor
• 2011: Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital / Psychiatry Clinic / Assistant Doctor
• 2010: Hakkari Provincial Health Directorate, Infectious Diseases Branch / General Practitioner

Memberships

• ECNP (European College of Neuropsychopharmacology)
• EPA (European Psychiatric Association)
• TPD (Turkish Psychiatric Association)

Publications

• The frequency of dissociation and childhood trauma among obsessive-compulsive patients by comparing with healthy controls. Anadolu Psychiatry Journal. 2019; 20(3): 287-295. Ceren Meriç Özgündüz, Jülide Kenar Güler, Atilla Tekin, Ömer Akil Özer, Oğuz Karamustafalıoğlu.
• The relationship between childhood sexual/physical abuse and sexual dysfunction in patients with social anxiety disorder. Nordic Journal of Psychiatry, 70(2), 88-92. (2016) Tekin, A., Meriç, C., Sağbilge, E., Kenar, J., Yayla, S., Özer, Ö. A., & Karamustafalioğlu, O.
• Mania with psychotic feature induced by the use of pramipexole in Parkinson's disease: a case report. Turk Psychiatry Journal, 25(3), 212. (2014) Meriç, C., Pirdogan, E., Toker, Ö. G., Tekin, A., Bakim, B., & Celik, S.

Education

• 2017: Dokuz Eyll University Faculty of Medicine, Psychiatry
• 2011: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2026: Acbadem Health Group

Education

• 2012: Associate Professor
• 1996: Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Chest Diseases
• 1991: Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2017: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2015: Yeni Yüzyıl Medical Faculty, Head of Chest Diseases Clinic / Department of Chest Diseases at Private Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital
• 1998 - 2015: Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Chief Assistant in Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis
• 2014: Yedikule Chest Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Education Officer
• 2012: Turkish Thoracic Society, Istanbul Branch, Board Secretary
• 2003: UK, Leicester University, Glenfield Hospital Lung Cancer Clinic, Observer
• 1997 - 1998: Karadeniz Ereğli Chest Hospital, Chief Physician
• 1992 - 1996: Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• 1991 - 1992: Ordu Maternity and Children's Hospital

Memberships

• Lung Cancer Research Association
• Turkish Thoracic Society
• Turkish Respiratory Research Association
• European Respiratory Society

Publications

• The association between periodontal disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a case control study. COPD. 2014 Aug;11(4):424-30. DOI: 10.3109/15412555.2013.858316. Epub 2013 Dec 30.
• Epidemiology and distribution of interstitial lung diseases in Turkey. Clin Respir J. 2014 Jan;8(1):55-62. DOI: 10.1111/crj.12035. Epub 2013 Jul 31.
• Asthma control test via text messaging: could it be a tool for evaluating asthma control? J Asthma. 2013 Dec;50(10):1083-9. DOI: 10.3109/02770903.2013.832294. Epub 2013 Sep 19.
• Non-Tuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease: Retrospective Analysis of 42 cases. Türkiye Klinikleri J Med Sci 2013;33(3):854-67.
• The validation of the Turkish version of Asthma Control Test. Qual Life Res. 2013 Sep;22(7):1773-9. DOI: 10.1007/s11136-012-0309-1. Epub 2012 Nov 10.
• Evaluation of patients with Behçet's disease presented with pulmonary symptoms. Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences. 2011; DOI no:10.5336/medsci.2010-20713.
• Isolation of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in induced sputum and bronchoalveolar lavage in tuberculosis pleurisy. Solunum 2010;12(3):125-128.
• The value of sputum induction and flexible bronchoscopy in the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis. Solunum Hastalıkları 2010;21(1):11-15.
• The effect of ultrasound-guided needle aspiration of non-palpable supraclavicular lymph nodes on diagnosis and staging in advanced lung cancer. Tuberculosis and Thorax Journal 2009; 57(2): 186-191.
• Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis. Turkish Thoracic Journal 2008;9(3):124-126.

Acıbadem Life Content

• Treatment methods for chronic lung diseases
• What does chronic disease mean?

Education

• 2013 - 2019: Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professorship
• 2012: Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium / Lung Transplantation Training
• 2001: Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Chest Diseases
• 1994: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2023: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2019 - 2023: Üsküdar and Arel University / Department of Chest Diseases / Professor
• 2015 - 2023: Memorial Şişli Hospital / Specialist in Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis
• 2013 - 2015: Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Education Officer / Head of Tuberculosis Clinics
• 2012 - 2015: Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Medical Officer for Lung Transplantation
• 2002 - 2012: Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Specialist in Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis
• 2002: Beykoz Tuberculosis Control Dispensary / Specialist in Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis

Memberships

• Turkish Thoracic Society, Chair of Lung Transplantation Working Group
• Tuberculosis Control Society
• Lung Health and Intensive Care Society
• European Respiratory Society
• Turkish Respiratory Research Society

Publications

• Peripheral innate and adaptive immune cells during COVID-19: Functional neutrophils, pro-inflammatory monocytes, and half-dead lymphocytes. Clinical Cytometry 2022;102(2):153-167. Ekşioglu-Demiralp E, Alan S, Sili U, Bakan D, Ocak I, Yurekli R, Alpay N, Gorcin S, Yıldız A.
• Immunological parameters associated with the severity of COVID-19 pneumonia in kidney transplant recipients. Int Urol Nephrol 2022;54:1105-1116. Ozkok, A., Alpay, N., Alan, S. et al.
• Effects of pulmonary rehabilitation on dyspnea and functional capacity on waiting list for lung transplantation: According to obstructive or restrictive pulmonary disease. Eurasian Journal of Pulmonology 2020; 22(2): 79-84. Kılıç L, Pehlivan E, Balcı A, Bakan ND.
• Effect of 8-week Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program on Dyspnea and Functional Capacity of Patients on Waiting List for Lung Transplantation. Turk Thorac J. 2020 Mar 1;21(2):110-115. Kılıç L, Pehlivan E, Balcı A, Bakan ND.
• A Case Report of A Drop Foot Developed after Common Femoral Artery Cannulation for Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. Arch Neuropsychiatry 2019;56:75-78. Aydın Ş, Pazarcı N, Akan O, Büyükkale S, Bakan ND, Sayar A.
• Early period lung transplantation results of Yedikule Organ Transplantation Center: our three-year experience. Turk J Thorac And Cardiovasc Surg 2017;25(1):86-95. Büyükkale S, Çıtak N, İşgörücü Ö, Kalafat CE, Aksoy Y, Cemaller Ç, Obuz Ç, Açıkmeşe B, Ulukol A, Bakan ND, Demir A, Sayar A.
• Factors affecting dropout in the smoking cessation outpatient clinic. Chron Respir Dis 2016;13(2):155-61. Bahadir A, Iliaz S, Yurt S, Ortakoylu MG, Bakan ND, Yazar E.
• Assessment of current status in lung transplantation. Turk J Thorac And Cardiovasc Surg 2016;24(2):398-407. Büyükkale S, Bakan ND, Citak N, Isgorucu O, Sayar A.
• Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia: clinical and radiological features, treatment outcomes of 17 patients, and review of the literature. Turk J Med Sci 2016;46:1712-8. Niksarlıoğlu EY, Özkan GZ, Bakan ND, Yurt S, Kılıç L, Çamsarı G.
• A Case of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis Undergoing Whole Lung Lavage in Combination with Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. J Pulm Respir Med 2015;5(2):250-2. Kekecoglu A, Ozdemir C, Karasulu L, Unal O, Ulukol ZN, Bakan ND, Kelesoglu F, Arpinar Yigitbas B, Kosar AF.

Education

• 2017: Professor, Department of Chest Diseases, Istanbul Medipol University
• 2011: Associate Professor, Department of Chest Diseases, Tokat GOP University
• 2009: Specialist in Allergic Diseases, Hacettepe University
• 1997: Specialist in Chest Diseases, Istanbul Yedikule Chest Diseases and Surgery Center
• 1991: Medical Degree, Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2019: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2013 - 2019: Faculty Member, Department of Chest Diseases, Istanbul Medipol University
• 2002 - 2013: Faculty Member and Head of Department, Chest Diseases, Tokat GOP University
• 2012: Visiting Faculty, Scripps Clinic, San Diego - Division of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
• 2005 - 2008: Fellowship in Adult Allergy Unit, Hacettepe University
• 2004: Visiting Faculty, Pulmonary Department, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard, Boston
• 1997 - 2002: Specialist Physician, Tokat State Hospital, Ministry of Health
• 1992 - 1997: Assistant in Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis, Yedikule Chest Diseases and Surgery Center, Ministry of Health

Memberships

• Turkish National Allergy and Clinical Immunology Society
• Thoracic Society
• Turkish Respiratory Research Society
• European Academy of Allergology and Clinical Immunology
• European Respiratory Society

Publications

• The TUPEG Study Investigators. Should Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin be Preferred Over Unfractionated Heparin After Thrombolysis for Severe Pulmonary Embolism? Clin Appl Thromb Hemost. 2016;22(4):395-9.
• Senturk A, Uçar EY, Berk S, Ozlu T, Altmsoy B, Dabak G, Çakır E, Kadıoğlu EE, Sen HS, Özsu S. TUPEG Study Investigators. Combination and comparison of two models in prognosis of pulmonary embolism: results from Turkey Pulmonary Embolism Group TUPEG study. Thromb Res. 2014 Jun;133(6):1006-10.
• Özsu S, Ozlu T, Sentürk A, Uçar EY, Kırkıl G, Kadıoğlu EE, Altmsoy B, Saylan B, Selimoğlu HŞ, Dabak G, Tutar N, Uysal A. Drug allergy in tertiary care in Turkey: results of a national survey. The ADAPT study: adult drug allergy perception in Turkey. Allergol Immunopathol (Madr). 2014 Nov-Dec;42(6):573-9.
• Çelik GE, Karakaya G, Öztürk AB, Gelincik A, Abadoğlu O, Sin A, Damadoğlu E, Yılmaz İ, Demirtürk M, Dursun B, Özdemir SK, Çelikel S, Değirmenci P. An investigation into the prevalence of paratracheal air cysts revealed on multidetector computed tomography. JRSM Open. 2014 Mar 12;5(4):1-2.
• Sade R, Yuksekkaya R, Celikyay F, Yilmaz A, Celikel S, Yuksekkaya M. Use of nasal inspiratory flow rates in the measurement of aspirin-induced respiratory reactions. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2013 Oct;111(4):252-5.
• Celikel S, Stevenson D, Erkorkmaz U, White AA. Cysteinyl leukotrienes in exhaled breath condensate of smoking asthmatics. Clin Chem Lab Med. 2013 May;51(5):1069-73.
• Çelik D, Doruk S, Koseoglu HI, Şahin S, Celikel S, Erkorkmaz U. Procalcitonin: Is it a predictor of noninvasive positive pressure ventilation necessity in acute chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbation? J Res Med Sci. 2012 Nov;17(11):1047-51.
• Pazarli AC, Koseoglu HI, Doruk S, Şahin S, Etikan I, Celikel S, Berktas B. Oxidative stress levels in exhaled breath condensate associated with COPD and smoking. Respir Care. 2012 Mar;57(3):413-9.
• İnönü H, Doruk S, Şahin S, Erkorkmaz U, Çelik D, Celikel S, Seyfıkli Z. The effects of cardiac surgery on early and late pulmonary functions: three-year follow-up results. Turkish J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2011;19(2):144-150.
• İnönü H, Naseri E, Çelikel S, Pazarlı AC, Etikan I. Asthma and allergic diseases in school children from 1992 to 2007 with incidence data. J Asthma. 2010 Dec;47(10):1128-35. Epub 2010 Nov 1.

Languages

• Turkish (Native)
• English (Fluent)

Education

• 2023: Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Chest Diseases
• 2017: Koç University School of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2024: Tunceli State Hospital
• 2023 - 2024: Istanbul Yedikule Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital (Specialization)

Education

• 2003: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 1997: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
• 1993: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Radiation Oncology
• 1979 - 1985: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2008: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 1987 - 2008: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology
• 1985 - 1987: Ministry of Labor and Social Security, Compulsory Service, Ankara
• 1985 - 1987: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation

Memberships

• Radiation Oncology Society
• Turkish Cancer Research and Control Institution
• Turkish Oncology Society
• Hacettepe Oncology Institute Association
• Oncology Institute Foundation
• Balkan Union of Oncology
• European Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology
• American Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology

Publications

• Treatment results and prognostic factors in primary thyroid lymphoma patients: a rare cancer network study. Onal C, Li YX, Miller RC, Poortmans P, Constantinou N, Weber DC, Atasoy BM, Igdem S, Ozsahin M, Ozyar E. Ann Oncol. 2011 Jan;22(1):156-64
• Prognostic significance of tumor volume in nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Sarisahin M, Cila A, Ozyar E, Yıldız F, Turen S. Auris Nasus Larynx. 2011 Apr;38(2):250-4
• T4N0M0 nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients: do they have a distinct tumor biology? Atasoy BM, Ozyar E, Akman F, Esassolak M, Abacioğlu U. Kulak Burun Bogaz Ihtis Derg. 2010 Mar-Apr;20(2):89-96
• Isolated hypoglossal nerve paralysis: a case report. Beriat GK, Ezerarslan H, Kocatürk S, Özyar E. Kulak Burun Bogaz Ihtis Derg. 2010 Jul-Aug;20(4):205-9
• Symmetrical primary cutaneous marginal zone lymphoma associated with rheumatoid arthritis. J Cutan Pathol. 2010 May;37(5):600-4
• Pediatric and young adult nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients treated with preradiation Cisplatin and docetaxel chemotherapy. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2009 Mar 15;73(4):1116-20
• The treatment of childhood Hodgkin lymphoma: improved survival in a developing country. Büyükpamukçu M, Varan A, Akyüz C, Atahan L, Ozyar E, Kale G, Köksal Y, Kutluk T. Acta Oncol. 2009;48(1):44-51
• Bimodal age distribution in Hodgkin's disease and nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Barista I, Varan A, Ozyar E. Med Hypotheses. 2007;68(6):1421. Epub 2006 Dec 29.

Education

• 2004: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, Radiation Oncology
• 2000: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• 1987 - 1994: Gaziantep Anatolian High School

Experience

• 2020: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2006 - 2009: Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• 2007 - 2009: Faculty Council Member (Assistant Professor Representative), Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• 2006 - 2008: Deputy Chief Physician, Yüzüncü Yıl University Research Hospital
• 2004 - 2006: Specialist Doctor, Van State Hospital
• 2004: Specialist Doctor, Radiation Oncology Clinic, Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital

Memberships

• Rare Cancer Network
• Turkish Medical Association
• Radiation Oncology Society
• European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology

Publications

• "Simultaneous invasive lobular and invasive ductal carcinoma diagnosed bilateral breast cancer: case report". Medical Research Journal, 8(1): 55-58, 2010. İzmirli M, Uğurluer G, Bulut G, Akpınar Palabıyık Z, Avcu S.
• "Radiation 'Recall' Dermatitis: A Case Report". Van Medical Journal, 17 (1): 19-22, 2010. Uğurluer G, İzmirli M, Akpınar Palabıyık Z, Bulut G, Akdeniz N.
• "Cutaneous Metastases From Transitional Cell Carcinoma of the Bladder (In a Case with Two Primaries)". 32 (2), 127-130, 2010. Ugurluer G, Dogan E, Turan N.
• "Primary testicular lymphoma". Swiss Med Wkly;140:w13076 2010. Zouhair A, Herrmann E, Ugurluer G, Gaye PM, Mirimanoff RO, Ozsahin M.
• "Rectum cancer and pregnancy: Report of two cases". Eur J Gynaecol Oncol, 30(1):100-2, 2009. Kolusari A, Ugurluer G, Kotan C, Bolluk G, Sahin HG, Kamaci M.
• "Management of transitional cell carcinoma of the renal pelvis and ureter". Swiss Med Wkly, 27;139(25-26):353-6, 2009. Ozsahin M, Ugurluer G, Zouhair A.
• "Leimyosarcoma of the broad ligament: A case report and review of the literature". European Journal of Gynaecological Oncology 30(3):332-4, 2009. Kolusari A, Ugurluer G, Kosem M, Kurdoglu M, Yildizhan R, Adali E.
• "Vulvar Rhabdomyosarcoma: A Case Report". Turkish Journal of Gynecological Oncology, 1, 21-24, 2009. Ugurluer G, Kolusarı A, İzmirli M, Akpınar Palabıyık Z.
• "Giant Lymph Node Hyperplasia: Castleman Disease (Due to a Case)". 16 (2): 78-80, 2009. Çobanoğlu U, Özusan Kırgın H, Uğurluer G.
• "Comparison of brain and lens doses with different treatment planning in whole brain radiotherapy". International Journal of Hematology Oncology, 19 (3): 140-146, 2009. Uğurluer G, İzmirli M, Palabıyık ZA, Çakır T.
• "Praying as complementary and alternative medicine". J Altern Complement Med, 14(3):225-6, 2008. Edirne T, Ugurluer G, Keskin S, Kusaslan D, Baloglu M.
• "Prognostic Factors and Survival Rates in Oral Cavity Cancers; A Retrospective Study". Turkish Journal of Ear, Nose and Throat, 16(2):64-71, 2006. Ugurluer G, Özyurt S, Aksaray F, Aslan N, Habiboğlu R, Tümöz M.

Education

• 2006: Professor, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 2000: Associate Professor, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1995: Radiation Oncology, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1982 - 1988: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1975 - 1982: Eskişehir Anadolu High School

Experience

• 2006: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2000 - 2006: Associate Professor, Radiation Oncology Department, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 2006: Professor, Radiation Oncology Department, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 2006: Consultant, Radiation Oncology and Radiobiology Division, United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency
• 1995 - 2006: Radiation Oncology Department, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 1989 - 1990: General Practitioner, Şişli Social Security Institution Hospital
• 1989: General Practitioner, Urfa Social Security Institution Hospital

Memberships

• Gynecological Oncology Society
• Breast Science Society, Board Member
• Turkish Radiation Oncology Society
• ESTRO (European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology)

Education

• 2005: University of Michigan, Interventional Radiology, Clinical Fellow
• 2004: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Radiology
• 2003: Indiana University, Interventional Radiology, Research Fellow

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2014 - 2025: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiology, Professor
• 2016 - 2017: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiology, Assistant Training Coordinator (Program Director)
• 2013 - 2014: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Board Member (Representative of Associate Professors)
• 2010 - 2013: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiology, Associate Professor
• 2005 - 2010: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiology, Lecturer

Memberships

• European Society of Radiology (ECR)
• Turkish Society of Interventional Radiology (TGRD)
• European Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology Society (CIRSE)
• University of Michigan, Radiology Alumni, USA
• North American Radiology Society, USA
• Turkish Radiology Society (TRD)
• Society of Interventional Oncology

Publications

• CIRSE Standards of Practice for the Interventional Radiology Management of Acute and Chronic Arterial Mesenteric Ischaemia. Intervent Radiol. 2025 Jul 10. doi: 10.1007/s00270-025-04080-0. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 40640407.
• Loffroy R, Basile A, Dösa E, Maleux G, Peynircioğlu B, Chevallier O. Imaging in staging, treatment planning, and monitoring of hepatocellular carcinoma for local and locoregional therapies: consensus recommendations from EORTC and ESGAR. Eur Radiol. 2025 May 23. doi: 10.1007/s0033Q-025-l1699-7.
• Öcal O, Zech CJ, Bali MA, et al. Comparing laboratory toxicity of selective intra-arterial radionuclide therapy for primary and metastatic liver tumors: resin versus glass microsphere. Ann Nucl Med. 2025 Apr;39(4):373-379. doi: 10.1007/Sİ2149-024-02011-6. Epub 2025 Jan 17. PMID: 39820899.
• Soydaş-Turan B, Bozkurt MF, Eldem G, Peynircioğlu B, Uğur O, Volkan-Salanci B. Transarterial Radioembolisation with Y90 Resin Microspheres and the Effect of Reimbursement Criteria in France: Final Results of the CIRT-FR Prospective Observational Study. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2025 Feb;48(2):205-220. doi: 10.1007/s00270-024-03955-y. Epub 2025 Jan 14. PMID: 39809885; PMCID: PMC11790776.
• Ronot M, Loffroy R, Arnold D, Greget M, Sengel C, Pinaquy JB, Pellerin O, Maleux G, Peynircioğlu B, et al. Factors Impacting Survival After Transarterial Radioembolization in Patients with Unresectable Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma: A Combined Analysis of the Prospective CIRT Studies. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2024 Mar;47(3):310-324. doi: 10.1007/s00270-023-03657-x. Epub 2024 Feb 6. PMID: 38321223; PMCID: PMC10920466.
• Reimer P, Vilgrain V, Arnold D, Balli T, Golfieri R, Loffroy R, Mosconi C, Ronot M, Sengel C, Schaefer N, Maleux G, Munneke G, Peynircioğlu B, Sang A. Post-International Gastrointestinal Cancers' Conference (IGICC) Position Statements. J Hepatocell Carcinoma. 2024 May 29;11:953-974. doi: 10.2147/JHC.S449540. PMID: 38832120; PMCID: PMC11144653.
• Yalcin S, Lacin S, Kaseb AO, Peynircioğlu B, Cantasdemir M, Çil BE, Hürmüz P, Doğrul AB, Bozkurt MF, Abali H, Akhan O, Şimşek H, Şahin B, Aykan FN. Endovascular Treatment of Peripheral Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs): Do Angiographic Outcomes Relate to the Quality of Life? J Endovasc Ther. 2024 Oct;31(5):797-804. doi: 10.1177/15266028231166546. Epub 2023 Apr 21. PMID: 37086015.
• Çay F, Eldem G, Sevim GA, Özdemir KÇ, Çil BE, Vargel i, Peynircioğlu B. CIRSE Standards of Practice for the Endovascular Treatment of Visceral and Renal Artery Aneurysms and Pseudoaneurysms. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2024 Jan;47(1):26-35. doi: 10.1007/s00270-023-03620-w. Epub 2023 Nov 29. PMID: 38030849; PMCID: PMC10770226.
• Rossi M, Krokidis M, Kashef E, Peynircioğlu B, Tipaldi MA. Endovascular Treatment of Peripheral Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs): Do Angiographic Outcomes Relate to the Quality of Life? Endovasc Ther. 2024 Oct;31(5):797-804. doi: 10.1177/15266028231166546. Epub 2023 Apr 21. PMID: 37086015.
• Çay F, Eldem G, Sevim GA, Özdemir KÇ, Çil BE, Vargel i, Peynircioğlu B. CIRSE Standards of Practice on Arterial Access for Interventions. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2023 Mar;46(3):302-309.
• Memarian S, Krokidis M, O'Sullivan G, Peynircioğlu B, Rossi M, Kashef E. Endovascular management of renal angiomyolipomas: Do coils have a benefit in terms of clinical success rates? Diagn Interv Radiol. 2022 Nov;28(6):597-602.

Education

• 2010: Acıbadem University, Faculty of Medicine / Professor
• 1996: Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Radiology
• 1991: Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2008: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2008: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School / Visiting Physician
• 2002 - 2007: American Hospital
• 1997 - 2002: Intermed Medical Center, MRI Department
• 2002: University of Michigan, Visiting Physician
• 1995 - 1997: Radyomar, MRI Imaging Center

Memberships

• Turkish Radiology Society
• Turkish Magnetic Resonance Society
• Turkish Neuroradiology Society
• European Society of Radiology
• European Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and Biology

Publications

• Weighted Imaging in Migraine with Aura. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 2011 Jan;32(1) Karaarslan E, Ulus S, Kürtüncü M.
• Orbital varix: CT and NRI findings. European Journal of Extra, 2010 Ulus S, Karaarslan E.
• Diagnosis of congenital fibrosarcoma facilitated by pre-postnatal MRI. European Journal of Extra, 2010 Ozcan U.A., Karaarslan E, Damlacık A, Erzan C.
• Remote cerebellar hemorrhage following resection of a supratentorial tumor: a case report. Cases J. 2009 Jun 12;2:7299 Sasani M, Ozer AF, Oktenoglu T, Karaarslan E, Sasani H, Kaner T.
• Diffusion weighted MR imaging in non-infarct lesions of the brain. Eur J Radiol. 2008 Mar;65(3):402-16 Karaarslan E, Arslan A.
• Recurrent radiculopathy caused by epidural gas after spinal surgery: report of four cases and literature review. Spine. 2007 May 1;32(10):320-5.
• CT findings in epiploic appendagitis Surgery: 2007 Apr;141(4):530-2 Ozkurt H, Karatag O, Karaarslan E, Rozanes I, Başak M, Bavbek C.
• Clinical and CT findings of epiploic appendagitis within an inguinal hernia. Diagn Interv Radiol. 2007 Mar;13(1):23-5 Ozkurt H, Karatag O, Karaarslan E, Başak M.
• A rare cause of splenic infarct presenting acute abdominal pain: polyarteritis nodosa. Ulusal Travma ve Acil Dergisi. 2005 Jul;11(3):242-6 B. Kabaoğlu, H. Coşkun, H. Yanar, E. Karaarslan, T. Yaltı.
• Radiology Quiz Case 1. Melanotic type mucosal malign melanoma (MMM). Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2005 Nov;131(11):1023-27.

Interests

• Radiology

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Education

• 2005: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty / Professor
• 1999: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty / Associate Professor
• 1995: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty Radiology
• 1984 - 1991: Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2010: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2007: Mamomed Breast Diseases Diagnosis Center
• 1995: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty Radiology Department
• 1991 - 1995: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty Radiology Residency

Memberships

• Radiologic Society of North America (RSNA)
• European Society of Radiology (ESR)
• European Society for Breast Imaging (EUSOBI)
• Turkish Radiology Society
• Senology Society
• Turkish Federation of Breast Diseases
• Ultrasound Society

Publications

• Raio-guided lymph node biopsy for the diagnosis of axillary lymphadenopathy. Ozben V, Aydogan F, Atasoy D, Farahman M, Yilmaz MH, Esen G, Halac M. Nuclear Medicine Communications 2010.
• Comparison of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Scintimammography Findings in the Diagnosis of Breast Lesions. Breast Diseases Journal 2008; 13(3):92-104. Bayrak AH, Esen G, Yılmaz MH, Olgun DC, Kabasakal L.
• Ultrasound of the postsurgical breast including implants. Esen G, Olgun DC. Ultrasound Clinics 2008; 3(3):295-329.
• The role of US and MR imaging in detecting local chest wall tumor recurrence after mastectomy. Yılmaz MH, Esen G, Ayarcan Y, Aydoğan F, Özgüroğlu M, Demir G, Beşe N, Mandel NM. Diagn Interv Radiol 2007; 9:38-45.
• A combination of small bowel imaging methods: conventional enteroclysis with complimentary magnetic resonance enteroclysis. Clin Radiol 2005; 60:778-786. C Akman, Korman U, Öğüt G, Kuruğoğlu S, Urger E, Ulus S, Esen G, Taşçı İ.
• Gray-scale and power Doppler US in the preoperative evaluation of axillary metastases in breast cancer patients with no palpable lymph nodes. European Radiology 2005; 15:1215-1223. Esen G, Gurses B, Yılmaz MH, Ilvan S, Ulus S, Celik V, Farahmand M, Calay Ö.
• Should mammographic screening be done in ovarian cancer? Özgüroğlu M, Avcı B, Turna H, Esen G, Arun B, Çelik V, Serdengeçti S. Medical Oncology 2004; 21(2):139-143.
• Mammographic density increase in women receiving different hormone regimens. Maturitas 2001; 40:151-157. Erel T, Esen G, Seyisoğlu H, Elter K, Uras C, Ertüngealp E, Aksu MF.
• Another face of mirror-image artifact. Case report. Eur J Ultrasound 2001; 14:183-185. Mihmanlı İ, Çetinkaya S, Kuruğoğlu S, Kantarcı F, Esen G.

Education

• 2020: Professor of Radiology
• 2018: European Board of Neurointervention (EBNI)
• 2015: European Society of Neuroradiology (ESNR) Neuroradiology Board
• 2012: Associate Professorship in Radiology
• 2002 - 2005: Fellowship in Neuroradiology, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 2000: Medical Degree, Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• 1995: Medical Degree, İnönü University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2023: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2009 - 2022: Neuroradiology, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital
• 2005 - 2009: Neuroradiology, Bakırköy Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Hospital

Memberships

• Turkish Society of Interventional Radiology
• Turkish Society of Neuroradiology
• Turkish Radiology Society

Publications

• Single-center experience with the Tigertriever device for the recanalization of large vessel occlusions in acute ischemic stroke. J Neurointerv Surg. 2019 May;11(5):455-459. doi: 10.1136/neurintsurg-2018-014196. Epub 2018 Sep 27. Kara B, Selcuk HH, Erbahceci Salik A, Zalov H, Yildiz O, Gul G, Balkan B.
• [Sturge Weber type 3 presenting with occipital epileptic seizure: case report]. Ideggyogy Sz. 2019 Mar 30;72(3-4):131-133. doi: 10.18071/isz.72.0131. Hungarian. Serindag HC, Eren F, Karahan MG, Gül G, Selçuk H, Kara B, Soysal A.
• Medium-term results of undersized angioplasty and stenting for symptomatic high-grade intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis with Enterprise. Interv Neuroradiol. 2019 Oct;25(5):484-490. doi: 10.1177/1591019919832244. Epub 2019 Apr 16. Salik AE, Selcuk HH, Zalov H, Kilinc F, Cirak M, Kara B.
• A case with angiographic demonstration of isolated anterior spinal artery occlusion. Ideggyogy Sz. 2018 Mar 30;71(3-04):137-139. doi: 10.18071/isz.71.0137. Dogan VB, Kara B, Selcuk HH, Dirican AC, Koksal A.
• A case with reversible neurotoxicity induced by metronidazole. Ideggyogy Sz. 2017 Nov 30;70(11-12):429-432. doi: 10.18071/isz.70.0429. Eren F, Aldan MA, Dogan VB, Gül G, Selcuk HH, Soysal A.
• Internal Carotid Artery Agenesis with an Intercavernous Anastomosis: A Rare Case. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis. 2017 Oct;26(10):2442-2445. doi: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2017.06.055. Epub 2017 Aug 3. Erdogan M, Senadim S, Ince Yasinoglu KN, Selcuk HH, Atakli HD.
• Carotid Artery Aneurysm: A Rare Cause of Hemotympanum. J Craniofac Surg. 2017 Jan;28(1):e74-e75. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000003237. Güneş S, Yazici ZM, Selçuk H, Şimşek BM, Çelik M, Kayhan FT.
• Revascularization of acute basilar artery occlusion using the Tigertriever adjustable clot retriever. Clin Neuroradiol. 2017 Jun;27(2):241-243. doi: 10.1007/s00062-016-0532-1. Epub 2016 Aug 10. Kara B, Selcuk HH, Yıldız O, Cetinkaya D.
• Endovascular Management of Superior Cerebellar Artery Aneurysms: Mid and Long-Term Results. Turk Neurosurg. 2015;25(4):526-31. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.8611-13.0. Velioglu M, Selcuk H, Kizilkilic O, Basekim C, Kocer N, Islak C.
• Balloon angioplasty for venous sinus stenosis in an idiopathic intracranial hypertension case. J Pak Med Assoc. 2015 May;65(5):561-4. Bajrami A, Senadim S, Cabalar M, Azman F, Bozkurt D, Kara B, Selcuk H, Yayla V.

Education

• 2004: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Radiology
• 1999: Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2015: Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2021 - Istinye University, Faculty of Health Sciences

Experience

• 2024 - Acıbadem Health Group
• 2021 - 2023 MLP Health Services

Specializations

• Respiratory Therapy

Education

• 2011 - 2013: Fellowship at Lupus UK and Turkish Rheumatology Association, University College London, Rheumatology Research Center (Prof. David A. Isenberg)
• 2005: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine
• 2005: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology
• 1999 - 2000: University of Leicester, Internal Medicine
• 1998: Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2021: Acıbadem Healthcare Group

Memberships

• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus International Collaborating Clinics (SLICC)
• Turkish Rheumatology Association
• Antiphospholipid Syndrome Alliance for Clinical Trials and International Networking (APS ACTION) - Principal Investigator
• Member of the Scientific Board of the Turkish Rheumatology Association

Publications

• Validation of the adjusted global antiphospholipid syndrome score in a single centre cohort of APS patients from Turkey, JOURNAL OF THROMBOSIS AND THROMBOLYSIS, no.1, 2020.
• Serum and urine TNF-like weak inducer of apoptosis, monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 and neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin as biomarkers of disease activity in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, Lupus, 29; 379-388, 2020.
• The adjusted global antiphospholipid syndrome score (aGAPSS) and the risk of recurrent thrombosis: Results from the APS ACTION cohort, SEMINARS IN ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM 49; 464-468, 2019.
• Assessment of Femoral Vein Wall Thickness with Doppler Ultrasound Can Be a Diagnostic Tool for Behcet's Disease, ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATOLOGY, 71, 2019.
• Domain I of beta 2GPI is capable of blocking serum IgA antiphospholipid antibodies binding in vitro: an effect enhanced by PEGylation, LUPUS, 28; 893-897, 2019.
• Clinical course of abdominal aortic aneurysms in Behcet disease: a retrospective analysis, RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL, 39; 1061-1067, 2019.
• Autoimmune haemolytic anaemia and thrombocytopaenia in a single-centre cohort of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus from Turkey: clinical associations and effect on disease damage and survival, Lupus, 28; 1480-1487, 2019.
• Antiphospholipid Antibodies to Domain I of Beta-2-Glycoprotein I Show Different Subclass Predominance in Comparison to Antibodies to Whole Beta-2-glycoprotein I, FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY, 9; 2018.
• Comparison of Disease Characteristics, Organ Damage, and Survival in Patients with Juvenile-onset and Adult-onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in a Combined Cohort from 2 Tertiary Centers in Turkey, The Journal of Rheumatology, 44; 619-625, 2017.
• Factor Xa Mediates Calcium Flux in Endothelial Cells and is Potentiated by IgG From Patients With Lupus and/or Antiphospholipid Syndrome, NATURE SCIENTIFIC REPORTS, 7; 2017.

Education

• 2019 - Üsküdar University, Faculty of Health Sciences

Experience

• 2019 - Acıbadem Health Group

Education

• 2006: Visiting Professorship, UCLA School of Medicine, Comprehensive Spine Center, USA
• 1998: Spine Research Fellowship on Spinal Deformity, University of Kansas Medical Center, USA
• 1996: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 1988: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• 1982: Bornova Anadolu High School

Experience

• 2026: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 2009 - 2013: Florence Nightingale Hospital, Bilim University / Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 1996 - 2009: Hacettepe University, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

Memberships

• Spine Society of Europe
• Spine / Advisory Board Member
• European Federation of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• American Bone and Joint Society
• Editorial Board Member, Spine Deformity
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Scoliosis Research Society
• North American Spine Society
• Editorial Board Member, JBJS Reviews, Assistant Editor for Spine Surgery
• Turkish Spine Society
• Advisory Board Member, European Spine Journal

Publications

• Surgery for Scoliosis in Children (Acıbadem Life Content)

Education

• 2011: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Thoracic Surgery
• 2005: Karadeniz Technical University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group

Memberships

• European Society of Thoracic Surgery
• Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery
• Turkish Thoracic Society
• Lung Health and Intensive Care Association
• European Respiratory Society

Publications

• Long term outcomes from the early days of minimally invasive thymoma surgery for Myasthenia Gravis patients: a follow-up of 14 years. Front Surg. 2024 Nov 12:11:1486282. DOI: 10.3389/tsurg.2024.1486282. Erkan Kaba, Berkçr Özkan, Jahnavi Kakuturu, Eyüp Halit Yardımcı, Eren Erdoğdu, Berk Çimenoğlu, Salih Duman, Alper Toker.
• Minimally invasive approaches for en-bloc anatomical lung and chest wall resection. Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2023;31(3):374-380. DOI: 10.5606/tgkde.dergisi.2023.23850. Hüseyin Melek, İBerker Özkan, Haşan Volkan Kara, Tolga Evrim Sevinç, Erkan Kaba, Akif Turna, Alper Toker, Cengiz Gebitekin.
• Prognostic Factors in Patients with Clinically Locally Advanced T4 Lung Cancer: Surgical Considerations. Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Vol. 71 No. 3/2023. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0042-1759722. Erkan Kaba, Tugba Cosgun, İpek Yardımcı, Alper Toker.
• Superior Vena Cava Reconstruction in Masaoka Stage I Thymic Epithelial Tumors. Ann Thorac Surg 2022; 113:1882-90. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.athoracsur.2021.05.077.
• In Spite of Curative Radical Pulmonary Procedures, Lesser Thoracotomy Resection Shows More Favorable Prognosis in Surgically Treated NSCLC With Synchronous Isolated Cranial Oligometastases. Front Surg, 2021; 8:645870. DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2021.645870.
• Outcomes of thymoma after multimodal therapy and determinants of survival: A 16-year experience of a tertiary cancer center. Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2021;29(4):487-495. DOI: 10.5606/tgkdc.dergisi.2021.20529. Naziye Ak, Alper Toker, Murat Kara, Berker Özkan, Melike Ülker, Erkan Kaba, Gülçin Yeğen, Şule Karaman, Nergiz Dağoğlu, Esra Kaytan Sağlam, Ethem Nezi.
• Lung Cancer Surgery in Patients With a History of Coronary Artery Bypass Graft: A Multicentre Study. Heart Lung Circ, 2020; 30(3):454-460. DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2020.05.109.
• An antiquated contraindication for minimally invasive lung surgery: No place to staple the bronchus. Türk Göğüs Kalp Damar 2019;27(4):521-525. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5606/tgkdc.dergisi.2019.17315.
• Successful Sleeve Resection as a Marker for Proficiency for Robotic Pulmonary Resection. Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0039-1696952.
• Haemangioendothelioma: a disease with surgical options from robotic surgery to open superior vena cava replacement. Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery 2019; 29:449-452. DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivzl09.

Languages

• Turkish
• English

Education

• 2010: Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Thoracic Surgery
• 2000: Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2025: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2010 - 2012: Şanlıurfa Training and Research Hospital
• 2012: Gebze Fatih State Hospital
• 2008 - 2009: Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Thoracic Surgery Department, St. Louis, MO, USA

Scientific Publications

• Asymptomatic infected giant bullae. Journal of Clinical and Analytical Medicine. DOI:10.4328/JCAM.730. G. Ergene, R. Yazkan, İE. Ozsoy.
• Rapid parenchymal lung injury due to electric shock: A rare and an emergency case of thoracic surgery. Journal of Clinical and Analytical Medicine. DOI:10.4328/JCAM.318. R. Yazkan, G. Ergene, İE. Ozsoy.
• Single stage transthoracic approach to the right lung and liver dome hydatid cysts. Journal of Clinical and Analytical Medicine 2011;2(3):7-10. Yazkan R, Ozsoy İE, Ergene G, Avcılar M.
• Remediastinoscopy. DOI:10.5152/tcb.2011.03. Semih Halezaroğlu, Volkan Baysungur, Mertol Gokce, Gokhan Ergene.
• Video-assisted thoracic surgery lobectomy for bronchiectasis. 18th European Conference on General Thoracic Surgery, 30 May - 2 June 2010, Valladolid, Spain. E. Okur, V. Baysungur, C. Tezel, G. Ergene, G. Sevilgen, I. Yalcinkatya, HK. Okur, S. Halezaroğlu.
• A prospective study to detect whether video-assisted mediastinoscopy is superior to standard mediastinoscopy in staging NSCLC. 18th European Conference on General Thoracic Surgery, 30 May - 2 June 2010, Valladolid, Spain. G. Ergene, V. Baysungur, G. Sevilgen, E. Okur, C. Tezel, A. Atasalihi, S. Halezaroğlu.
• Pulmonary functions in late postoperative period are better preserved after video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery lobectomy than lobectomy via posterolateral thoracotomy. 18th European Conference on General Thoracic Surgery, 30 May - 2 June 2010, Valladolid, Spain. E. Okur, V. Baysungur, C. Tezel, G. Ergene, G. Sevilgen, I. Yalcinkatya, S. Halezaroğlu.
• The autologous pleural buttressing of staple lines in surgery for emphysema and bullous lung disease: A patient control study. 17th European Conference on General Thoracic Surgery, 31 May - 3 June 2009, Krakow, Poland. (Oral Presentation) V. Baysungur, C. Tezel, G. Ergene, G. Sevilgen, E. Okur, S. Halezaroğlu.
• Use of intrapleural streptokinase for maintaining better lung expansion in patients with malignant pleural effusions: A randomized controlled study. 17th European Conference on General Thoracic Surgery, 31 May - 3 June 2009, Krakow, Poland. (Oral Presentation) E. Okur, C. Tezel, G. Sevilgen, G. Ergene, V. Baysungur, S. Halezaroğlu.
• Diagnostic value of transbronchial needle aspiration in lung cancer cases with mediastinal lymphadenopathy. Turkish Thoracic Journal 9, 99-103 (2008). Üskül TB, V. Baysungur, M. Gökçe, F. Aksoy, B. Ocaklı, Ö. Bayraktar, F.E. Turan, M. Sarı, G. Sevilgen, G. Ergene, H. Türker, S. Halezaroğlu.

Education

• 1979: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Urology
• 1974: Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty

Experience

• 1997 - 2010: Head of Urology Department, Florence Nightingale Hospitals
• 1981 - 2008: Urology Department, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• 2002: Acıbadem Healthcare Group
• 1992 - 1997: Head of Urology Department, International Hospital
• 1985 - 1986: Honorary Registrar, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh University, Scotland
• 1979 - 1980: Urology Specialist, Erzincan Military Hospital

Memberships

• European Association of Urology
• American Urological Association
• Endourological Society
• Turkish Urology Association
• European Urology Association

Publications

• Case report: laparoscopically-treated giant renal hydatid cyst. J Endourol. 2008 Mar;22(3):529-32. Demirkesen O, Yavijz N, Gitgez S, Onder AU, Kural AR.
• Radical retropubic prostatectomy as a solo therapy for treatment of adult Rhabdomyosarcoma. 2008 Summer;5(3):203-5. Sevinc C, Akpinar H, Tufek I, Obek C, Kural AR.
• Transperitoneal laparoscopic radical nephrectomy and partial nephrectomy. Special issue: Laparoscopic Urology, Turkey Clinics Journal, 3, 4:23-27 (2007). Kural AR, Demirkesen O, Argun B.
• Bilateral percutaneous nephrolithotomy in a patient with hemophilia A disorder. Urol Int. 2007;78(4):370-3. Kural AR, Demirkesen O, Alici B, Obek C, Tunc B, Ozkan B.
• Surgical treatment of retroperitoneal leiomyosarcoma with adjuvant radiotherapy. 2007 Summer;4(3):180-3. Tufek I, Akpinar H, Sevinc C, Alici B, Kural AR.
• Methylguanine DNA methyltransferase activities, glutathione S transferase and nitric oxide in bladder cancer patients. Cancer Invest. 2006 Apr-May;24(3):256-60. Saygili EI, Akcay T, Dinçer Y, Obek C, Kural AR, Cakalir C.
• Laparoscopy in urological kidney surgery. Urooncology Bulletin, Kural AR; Demirkesen O., Argun B. 1, 13;5-10, 2005.
• Initial experiences with laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy performed with anterior-posterior patch. Turkish Urology Journal, 31, 2;253-258, 2005. Demirkesen O., Çetinel B., Kural AR., Özkan B., Yavuz N., Öner A.
• Flexible ureteroscopy in the diagnosis and treatment of upper urinary tract diseases. Turkish Urology Journal, 29:454-459, 2003. Akpınar H., Tüfek İ., Gürtuğ A., Kural A.R.
• Von Hippel Lindau Disease. Turkish Urology Journal, 29 (1):35-38, 2003.

Additional Information

• Multidisciplinary approach to prostate cancer.

Education

• 1998: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Urology
• 1994: Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty

Experience

• 2010: Acıbadem Health Group
• 1998 - 2010: Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital / Urology Specialist
• 1994 - 1998: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty / Research Assistant

Memberships

• Turkish Urology Association
• Endourology Association
• Turkish Andrology Association
• Urooncology Association
• European Urology Association
• World Endourology Association
• American Urological Association

Publications

• The Impact of Local Anesthetic Volume and Concentration on Pain during Prostate Biopsy: A Prospective Randomized Trial. J Endourol. 2011 Nov 17. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 22092389. Tufek I, Akpinar H, Atug F, Obek C, Esen HE, Keskin MS, Kural AR.
• Minimal Invasive Surgical Treatment Methods in Small Renal Tumors (RF-Cryo-HIFU). Türkiye Klinikleri J Urology-Special Topics, 4(1):48-54, (2011). Akpınar H. Tüfek İ., Kural A.R.
• Anterior and Posterior Reconstruction Technique and its Impact on Early Return of Continence after Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy Operations. J Endourol. 2011 Nov 8. [Epub ahead of print], PMID:22059698.
• Primary Left Upper Quadrant (Palmer's Point) Access for Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy. Urol J, 7, 152-156 (2010). Tüfek I, Akpınar H, Sevinç C, Kural AR.
• Holmium Laser Surgery in the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Türkiye Klinikleri Dergisi, Urolojide Lazer Uygulamaları Özel Sayısı, 3:34-39, (2010).
• Conversion to Hand Assistance May Prevent Conversion to an Open Procedure in Standard Laparoscopic Nephrectomy. J Endourol, 24, 1297-1300 (2010).
• Partial Nephrectomy: Who Should Get Which Surgical Approach? Urooncology Bulletin, September 3:21-26, (2010).
• Surgical Treatment in Localized Prostate Cancer. Türkiye Klinikleri J Med Oncol-Special Topics, 3(3):16-22 (2010).
• Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery in the Treatment of Lower Calyx Stones. Turkish Urology Journal 35:108-112, (2009).
• Robot-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy Versus Laparoscopic Partial Nephrectomy: Comparison of Outcomes. J Endourol, 23, 1491-1497 (2009).

Education

• 2011: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Urology
• 2005: Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 2017: Acıbadem Health Group
• 2014 - 2015: Acıbadem Family Hospital
• 2013 - 2014: Sultanbeyli State Hospital
• 2011 - 2013: Oltu State Hospital

Memberships

• Urological Surgery Association
• European Association of Urology
• Turkish Medical Association
• Urooncology Association

Publications

• Magnetic resonance image-guided adaptive stereotactic body radiotherapy for prostate cancer: preliminary results of outcome and toxicity. Br J Radiol. 2021 Jan 1;94(1117):20200696. doi: 10.1259/bjr.20200696. Epub 2020 Oct 29. PMID: 33095670; PMCID: PMC7774684.
• Ugurluer G, Atalar B, Zoto Mustafayev T, Gungor G, Aydin G, Sengoz M, Abacioglu U, Tuna MB, Kural AR, Ozyar E. Comparing the Diagnostic Performance of Multiparametric Prostate MRI Versus 68Ga-PSMA PET-CT in the Evaluation of Lymph Node Involvement and Extraprostatic Extension. Acad Radiol. 2020 Aug 4:S1076-6332(20)30427-X. doi: 10.1016/j.acra.2020.07.011. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 32768351.
• Arslan A, Karaarslan E, Güner AL, Sağlıcan Y, Tuna MB, Kural AR. Off-Clamp Robot-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy: Is There Something More to Achieve Optimal Trifecta Outcomes? J Endourol. 2020 Dec 17. doi: 10.1089/end.2020.0747. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33198502.
• Tuna MB, Doganca T, Tufek I, Argun OB, Keskin S, Obek C, Kural AR. Nörovasküler Bundle Koruyucu Robot Yardımlı Radikal Prostatektomide Klipsiz ve Atermal Pedikül Kontrolü Sağlayan Selektif Sütürasyon Tekniği Endoüroloji Bülteni, Cilt. 12, sa. 1, 2020.
• Tuna M.B, Doğanca T., Tüfek İ. Öbek C., Kural Ar. Impact of Refractive Errors on Da Vinci SI Robotic System. JSLS. 2020 Jul-Sep;24(3):e2020.00031. doi: 10.4293/JSLS.2020.00031. PMID: 32831541; PMCID: PMC7434396.
• Tuna MB, Kilavuzoglu AE, Mourmouris P, Argun OB, Doganca T, Obek C, Ozisik O, Kural AR. Non-muscle invasive bladder cancer tissues have increased base excision repair capacity. Sci Rep. 2020 Oct 1;10(1):16371. doi: 10.1038/s41598-020-73370-z. PMID: 33004944; PMCID: Somuncu B, Keskin S, Antmen FM, Saglican Y, Ekmekcioglu A, Ertuzun T, Tuna MB, Obek C, Wilson DM 3rd, Ince U, Kural AR, Muftuoglu M. Can SUVmax values of Ga-68-PSMA PET/CT scan predict the clinically significant prostate cancer? Nucl Med Commun. 2019 Jan;40(1):86-91. doi: 10.1097/MNM.0000000000000942. PMID: 30395048; PMCID: PMC6282663.
• Demirci E, Kabasakal L, Şahin OE, Akgün E, Gültekin MH, Doğanca T, Tuna MB, Öbek C, Kiliç M, Esen T, Kural AR. Robot-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy for T1b Tumors: Strict Trifecta Outcomes. JSLS. 2017 Jan-Mar;21(1):e2016.00113. doi: 10.4293/JSLS.2016.00113. PMID: 28352149; PMCID: PMC5357684.
• Tufek I, Mourmouris P, Doganca T, Obek C, Argun OB, Tuna MB, Keskin MS, Kural AR. Intra-surgical total and re-constructible pathological prostate examination for safer margins and nerve preservation (Istanbul preserve). Ann Diagn Pathol. 2018 Apr;33:35-39. doi: 10.1016/j.anndiagpath.2017.11.010. Epub 2017 Nov 24. PMID: 29566945.
• Öbek C, Saglican Y, Ince U, Argun OB, Tuna MB, Doganca T, Tufek I, Keskin S, Kural AR. Prevention of Urethral Retraction with Stay Sutures (PURS) During Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy Improves Early Urinary Control: A Prospective Cohort Study. J Endourol. 2018 Feb;32(2):125-132. doi: 10.1089/end.2017.0460. Epub 2017 Dec 22. PMID: 29160092.
• Argun OB, Tuna MB, Doganca T, Obek C, Mourmouris P, Tufek I, Erdogan S, Cetinel B, Kural AR. Serum levels of growth factors in patients with bladder cancer. Turk J Biochem 2017; 42(5): 571-575.
• Himmetoğlu Ş., Tuna MB., Koç EE., Ataus S., Dinçer Y. The incidence and sequela of lymphocele formation after robot-assisted extended pelvic lymph node dissection. BJU Int. 2016 Jul;118(1):127-31. doi: 10.1111/bju.13425. Epub 2016 Feb 17. PMID: 26800257.
• Keskin MS, Argun ÖB, Öbek C, Tufek I, Tuna MB, Mourmouris P, Erdoğan S, Kural AR. Minimizing Ports During Robotic Partial Nephrectomy. JSLS. 2016 Apr-Jun;20(2):e2016.00019. doi: 10.4293/JSLS.2016.00019. PMID: 27403042; PMCID: PMC4920592.
• Argun OB, Mourmouris P, Tufek I, Obek C, Tuna MB, Keskin S, Kural AR. Radical Nephroureterectomy Without Patient or Port Repositioning Using the Da Vinci Xi Robotic System: Initial Experience. Urology. 2016 Jun;92:136-9. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2016.02.047. Epub 2016 Mar 9. PMID: 26970451.
• Argun OB, Mourmouris P, Tufek I, Tuna MB, Keskin S, Obek C, Kural AR. Nonprosthetic Direct Inguinal Hernia Repair During Robotic Radical Prostatectomy. J Endourol. 2016 Feb;30(2):218-22. doi: 10.1089/end.2015.0556. Epub 2015 Nov 17. PMID: 26486884.
• Mourmouris P, Argun OB, Tufek I, Obek C, Skolarikos A, Tuna MB, Keskin S, Kural AR. Effect of intravesical hyaluronic acid treatment on bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis. Acta Medica Mediterranea, 2014, 30: 1177.
• Gevher F., Tuna MB., Demirdağ Ç., Kara O., Demirkesen O. Evaluation of 8-Hydroxy-2''-Deoxyguanosine Concentration and Antioxidant Enzyme Activities in Bladder Cancer Patients. Turkiye Klinikleri J Med Sci 2011;31(3):553-8.
• Dinçer Y., Akçay T., Kural AR., Ataus S., Koç EE., Çitgez S., Tuna MB. Conversion to hand assistance may prevent conversion to an open procedure in standard laparoscopic nephrectomy. J Endourol. 2010 Aug;24(8):1297-300. doi: 10.1089/end.2010.0167. PMID: 20575689.
• Kural AR, Obek C, Tuna MB, Akpinar H, Demirkesen O, Atug F, Tüfek I.

Education

• 2009: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences Urology / Assistant Professor
• 2006 - 2008: Henri Mondor University Hospitals / Medicine / Urology / Specialist
• 2004: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Urology

Experience

• 2015 - 2017: Henri Mondor University Hospitals / European Urology Scholarship Programme / Uro-oncology / Researcher
• 2013: Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences Urology / Internship Coordinator
• 2010: Beth Israel Medical Center, Endourology and Robotic Surgery Clinic / Internship / Clinical Observation
• 2010: The Hospital at Westlake Medical Center / Robotic Urology Clinic / Internship
• 2009: Acıbadem Health Group

Memberships

• Minimal Invasive Urology Association
• Turkish Uro-oncology Association
• Endourological Society
• Urological Surgery Association

Publications

• 1. Hydroxyuracil Incision Activity Varies According to the Histological Grade of Non-muscle-invasive Bladder Cancer. The Bulletin of Urooncology, 20, 45-48. Doi: 10.4274/uob.galenos.2021.2021-1-8
• 2. Bacillus Calmette-Guerin Increases Base Excision Repair in Bladder Cancer Cells. Journal of Urological Surgery, 8(1), 8-12. Doi: 10.4274/jus.galenos.2020.0013
• 3. Non-muscle invasive bladder cancer tissues have increased base excision repair capacity. Scientific Reports, 10(1), 16371. Doi: 10.1038/s41598-020-73370-z
• 4. Off-Clamp Robot-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy: Is There Something More to Achieve Optimal Trifecta Outcomes? Journal of Endourology, 35(8), 1153-1157. Doi: 10.1089/end.2020.0747
• 5. A prospective comparative analysis of robot-assisted vs open simple prostatectomy for benign prostatic hyperplasia. BJU International, 123(2), 313-317. Doi: 10.1111/bju.14531
• 6. Intra-surgical total and re-constructible pathological prostate examination for safer margins and nerve preservation (Istanbul preserve). Annals of Diagnostic Pathology, D35-39. Doi: 10.1016/j.anndiagpath.2017.11.010
• 7. Robot-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy for T1b Tumors: Strict Trifecta Outcomes. JSLS: Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, 21(1), 201600113. Doi: 10.4293/JSLS.2016.00113
• 8. Radical Nephroureterectomy Without Patient or Port Repositioning Using the Da Vinci Xi Robotic System: Initial Experience. Urology, 92, 136-139. Doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2016.02.047
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Languages

• Turkish (Native)
• English (Fluent)

Education

• 1983: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Urology

Experience

• 1996: Acıbadem Health Group
• 1982 - 1983: University of Essen, Germany
• 1977 - 1983: University of Essen, Germany
• 1977 - 1982: University of Essen, Germany

Memberships

• Levent Tennis Club
• TED Tuzla Mercan Water Sports
• Turkish Urology Association