Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vahit Mutlu is a skilled general surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul with over 12 years of clinical and academic experience. His expertise covers bariatric, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and proctological surgeries. Dr. Mutlu has authored numerous scientific publications and actively contributes to medical research and education.

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu is a clinical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She ranked 3rd nationally in Turkey's minor specialty medical exam. Dr. Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy and individualized cancer treatments. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Served as the head of the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital.
• Participated in global training at Oxford University and ESMO in Manchester.
• Treats gastrointestinal, urological, lung, and breast cancers.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Medical Oncology.

Dr. Tarik Akar is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in early-stage gastrointestinal cancer treatment and complex esophageal conditions. Dr. Akar is an expert in POEM for achalasia and ESD for removing early tumors.

• Trained at Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine and Ankara University.
• Winner of Best Verbal Presentation and Best Poster at the International GI Cancers Congress.
• Authored over 25 papers published in international and local medical journals.
• Performs specialized procedures including G-POEM for gastroparesis and ERCP for bile ducts.

Dr. Esra Ozbasli is a board-certified OB-GYN and Genital Aesthetics Surgeon. She has over 21 years of experience and is one of Istanbul’s leading specialists. Dr. Ozbasli is known for her skills in minimally invasive gynecologic and genital aesthetic procedures. She performs robotic surgery and cosmetic gynecology with advanced techniques.

She holds certifications in Genital Aesthetics, Cosmetic Gynecology, and da Vinci Robotic Surgery. Dr. Ozbasli is also ECFMG-accredited. She has published many articles in international journals and has trained other specialists. Her work shows a strong commitment to research and education. Dr. Ozbasli speaks English fluently and provides patient-centered care. She uses the latest technology to achieve the best results for her patients.

Dr. Basri Cakiroglu is an Associate Professor of Urology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in urooncology, pediatric urology, and male infertility treatment. Dr. Cakiroglu performs complex surgical interventions using the robotic da Vinci system. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Performs robotic prostatectomy and kidney-sparing surgeries.
• Treats conditions including varicocele, prostatitis, and polycystic kidney disease.
• Specializes in andrology, infertility, and pediatric urological care.
• Authored numerous medical articles in international and local journals.

Dr. Kemal Rasa is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He is an editorial board member of the British Journal of Surgery. Dr. Rasa focuses on breast, pancreatic, and thyroid cancer surgeries. He also manages surgical infections and glucose metabolism disorders. His clinic partners with Johns Hopkins Medicine for American treatment standards.

• Former President of the Surgical Infection Society – Europe.
• Secretary of the World Surgical Infection Society board of directors.
• Authored over 65 national and international medical publications.
• Performs thyroidectomy, pancreatic enucleation, and breast cancer surgery.

Dr. Ilker Tinay is an urological oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He sits on the Executive Board of the Association of Urooncology. Dr. Tinay specializes in minimally invasive surgery and neo-bladder reconstruction. He works at Anadolu, a Top 10 global hospital according to MTQUA. The center is also affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Member of the American College of Surgeons and European Association of Urology.
• Secretary of the Bladder Tumours Research Group.
• Winner of the Urooncology Association Scientific Research Award.
• Performs complex procedures including robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and nephrectomy.

2021 - Currently, İstanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL ŞİŞLİ HOSPITAL

Urology Specialist

2018 - 2018, Hamburg/Germany

HAMBURG-EPPENDORF UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Urology & Reconstructive Urology Specialist

2017 - 2018, İstanbul/Türkiye

MEHMET AKİF ERSOY CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY HOSPITAL

Urology & Robotic Surgery Specialist

2015 - 2021, İstanbul/Türkiye

HASEKİ EDUCATION AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Urology Clinic Lecturer

2011 - 2013, Siirt/Türkiye

SİİRT STATE HOSPITAL

Urology Specialist

2020 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Neurology Specialist

2018 - 2020, Istanbul/Türkiye

DEMIROĞLU SCIENCE UNIVERSITY

Head of Neurology Department

2017 - 2017, Istanbul/Türkiye

DEMIROĞLU SCIENCE UNIVERSITY

Member of the Faculty

2015 - 2017, Istanbul/Türkiye

SISLI HAMIDIYE ETFAL TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Education and Administrative Officer

2014 - 2015, Istanbul/Türkiye

ISTANBUL SCIENCE UNIVERSITY

Member of the Faculty

1996 - 2014, Istanbul/Türkiye

SISLI HAMIDIYE ETFAL TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Neurology Specialist

1995 - 1996, Istanbul/Türkiye

SARIYER STATE HOSPITAL AYAZAĞA DISTRICT POLYCLINIC

Neurology Specialist

1989 - 1990, Istanbul/Türkiye

LULEBURGAZ STATE HOSPITAL

General Practitioner

Dr. Ruhat Tanli is a physician in Orthopedics and Traumatology. He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (2002–2008). He completed his residency at Kartal Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital (2009–2014). He has worked in the field since 2009.

He has worked at Şemdinli State Hospital, Lokman Hekim Van Hospital, Fulya Orthopedics and Spine Center, and Van Regional Training and Research Hospital. He later served at Istanbul Beylikdüzü State Hospital (2018–2025). He now practices at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2025–present).

Clinical interests include arthroscopy, arthroplasty, trauma surgery, spine surgery, and hand surgery. He is a member of the Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association and the Turkish Medical Association.

2022 - Currently, İstanbul/Turkey

MEMORIAL ATAŞEHIR HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

2018 - 2022, İstanbul/Turkey

VM MEDICAL PARK PENDİK HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

2012 - 2018, İstanbul/Turkey

BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL PARK GÖZTEPE HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

2009 - 2011, Bitlis/Turkey

MINISTRY OF HEALTH TATVAN STATE HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

Dr. Kezban Berberoglu is a professor of nuclear medicine at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She completed training at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore. Dr. Berberoglu specializes in nuclear oncology and nuclear cardiology. She treats thyroid and prostate cancers using radioisotope therapies. She is a member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine.

• Performs Lutetium-177 and Actinium-225 therapies for oncology patients.
• Expert in PET-CT imaging using Gallium 68 for oncology cases.
• Member of the Turkish Nuclear Medicine Association cardiology work group.
• Works at an MTQUA Top 10 world hospital affiliated with Johns Hopkins.

2018 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

2017 - 2018, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

ISTANBUL AYDIN UNIVERSITY FLORYA MEDICALPARK HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist

2016 - 2017, Van/Van/Türkiye

VAN REGIONAL TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist – Compulsory Service

2015 - 2016, Yozgat/Yozgat/Türkiye

YOZGAT STATE HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist – Compulsory Service

2009 - 2010, Siirt/Siirt/Türkiye

SİİRT BAYKAN DISTRICT HOSPITAL

Ear Nose Throat Diseases Specialist – Compulsory Service

Award-winning stereotactic and functional neurosurgeon from Turkey, working for over 30 years. 

Expert in deep brain stimulation (DBS). Has provided over 850 successful DBS procedures and more than 1,350 neurosurgery procedures. Broke a Guinness World Record for the biggest number of patients after DBS gathered in one place. Was trained in Germany, Spain, Great Britain, Israel, Belgium, and the USA. Cooperates with Bookimed from 2018 and regularly trains and educates the Bookimed’s team for training and education in neurology.

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Dr. Tayfun Kutlu is a reproductive endocrinologist with over 24 years of experience. He specializes in in vitro fertilization, microwave endometrial ablation, and advanced infertility treatments. He holds certifications in Assisted Reproduction Treatment Methods and Laparoscopic Surgery. These reflect his commitment to modern reproductive medicine.

Dr. Kutlu has made important contributions to the field through research and peer-reviewed publications. He is known for high patient success rates and a strong focus on clinical excellence. Patients trust him for his expertise in reproductive health and infertility care.

Dr. Esra Tustas Haberal is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She won the Schering German First Prize for her research on reproductive health. Dr. Haberal specializes in managing high-risk pregnancies and treating infertility. She also performs pelvic floor and genital aesthetic surgeries.

• Expertise in laparoscopic and hysteroscopic minimally invasive procedures.
• Treats reproductive conditions including endometriosis, polycystic ovaries, and uterine fibroids.
• Performs gynecological surgeries such as myomectomy and hysterectomy.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which serves 500,000+ patients annually.

The doctor is an accomplished Periodontist specializing in the treatment and surgery of gingival diseases, implants, and embedded wisdom tooth extractions. Graduating from Kayseri Erciyes University, Faculty of Dentistry in 2014, the doctor pursued specialist training at Izmir Katip Çelebi University, earning a specialization in Periodontology in 2021.

In 2020, the doctor received certification from the International Team for Implantology (ITI) and has been a certified member since then.