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Haluk Celik
Haluk Celik
Orthopedist
16 years of experience
4.4
168 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Haluk Celik

Orthopedist
16 years of experience
  • Specializes in rheumatic diseases like arthritis, lupus, and osteoporosis.
  • International practice in the USA, notably at Texas Orthopedic Hospital.
  • Completed advanced training in Sports Surgery at San Diego Scripps Clinic.
  • Qualification certificate in Orthopedics and Traumatology.
  • Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council.
  • Provides remote consultations for rheumatology concerns.
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4.4
168 reviews
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Kayhan Turan
Kayhan Turan
Orthopedist
27 years of experience
5.0
3 reviews
Turkey, Bursa
Turan Turan Health Group

Kayhan Turan

Orthopedist
27 years of experience

accreditations:

Arthroscopy Association of North America
International Congress for Joint Reconstruction
Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Dr. Kayhan Turan is an experienced orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in orthopedics and traumatology. He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Çapa Medical Faculty. He then completed advanced training at Uludağ University Medical Faculty. Dr. Turan also gained experience through an externship in Orthopedic Surgery at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago.

He is a member of several respected organizations. These include the Turkish Medical Association (TTB), American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), International Congress for Joint Reconstruction (ICJR), and Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTBID). Dr. Turan is known for his work in joint reconstruction and arthroscopic surgery. He holds international accreditations and has a strong record of clinical excellence.

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5.0
3 reviews
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Türkan Tünerir
Türkan Tünerir
Recreation therapist
40 years of experience
4.8
23 reviews
Turkey, Eskisehir
Fizyomer Terapia Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation & Aesthetic & Dental Medical Center

Türkan Tünerir

Recreation therapist
40 years of experience
  • Renowned Rheumatologist at Fizyomer Terapia Medical Center.
  • Expert in treating Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, and Osteoarthritis.
  • International practice includes training in Europe and the United States.
  • Provides advanced biologic therapies and ultrasound-guided joint injections.
  • Holds specialized certifications in Rheumatology.
  • Member of global Rheumatology associations promoting best practices.
  • Available for online consultations for patients with rheumatic diseases.
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4.8
23 reviews
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Byung-hee Lee
Byung-hee Lee
Radiation oncologist
41 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Cheonan
RE:YOUTH (YONSEI BH Arterial Stemcell Clinic)

Byung-hee Lee

Radiation oncologist
41 years of experience

Regular member of the Korean Society of Radiology

Founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology

Founding member of the Korean Stroke Society

Regular member of the American Stroke Association

Regular member of the World Stroke Society

Regular member of the World Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery

Regular member of the European Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery

Regular member of the Intervention Society

24 pieces of overseas and domestic thesis presentation (SCI)

50 times of overseas and domestic conference lectures

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Kamil Yalcin Polat
Kamil Yalcin Polat
General surgeon
34 years of experience
4.6
123 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

Kamil Yalcin Polat

General surgeon
34 years of experience

 

EDUCATION

 

2022

Associate Professor

 

2017 - 2020, Istanbul/Turkey

University of London, School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

Master’s Program in Clinical Trials

 

2013, Istanbul/Turkey

AMERICAN HOSPITAL, IVF UNIT

Ministry of Health Subspecialty Training in Reproductive Medicine

 

2005 - 2010, Istanbul/Turkey

İSTANBUL GÖZTEPE TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology

 

1998 - 2004, Istanbul/Turkey

İSTANBUL UNIVERSITY, CERRAHPAŞA FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Medical Doctor (M.D.) Education                                                                      

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4.6
123 reviews
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Fulya Dortbas
Fulya Dortbas
Rheumatologist
17 years of experience
4.2
32 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Emsey Hospital

Fulya Dortbas

Rheumatologist
17 years of experience

Dr. Fulya Dortbas is a board-certified specialist in Internal Medicine (2008) and Rheumatology (2012). She completed both specializations at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Dortbas graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2002.

She has broad clinical experience in leading Turkish hospitals, including Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, Kastamonu Dr. Münif İslamoğlu State Hospital, Ankara Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Hospital, and Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Dortbas is known for her expertise in rheumatologic diseases and internal medicine. She is dedicated to providing advanced patient care in these areas.

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4.2
32 reviews
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20 top ranked Rheumatology doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Eduardo Vilas Boas Braga
Eduardo Vilas Boas Braga
Anesthesiologist
75 years of experience
4.0
1 review
Brazil, São Paulo
Dr. Eduardo Braga - Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Brazil

Eduardo Vilas Boas Braga

Anesthesiologist
75 years of experience

accreditations:

International Confederation for Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Dr. Eduardo Braga is a plastic surgeon based in Brazil. He completed his residency in plastic surgery by SOBRAPAR in Campinas and is a specialist in Plastic Surgery by the Ministry of Education (MEC) as well as the Regional Council of Medicine and the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery. He has also completed training with Professor Ivo Pitanguy and Professor Foad Nahai in Atlanta, USA. He is a member of several prestigious medical associations including the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery, the Paulista Medical Association, the Brazilian Medical Association, the International Confederation for Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (IPRAS), the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), and the International Society of Plastic Surgeons American (ASPS).

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4.0
1 review
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Chollawat Thongthaisin
Chollawat Thongthaisin
Orthopedist
6 years of experience
Thailand, Bangkok
Vega Clinic

Chollawat Thongthaisin

Orthopedist
6 years of experience

EDUCATION

2013-2019

Siam University

Bachelor degree of Medicine

2021-2022

Thammasat University

Specialize training Radiology Thammasat Hospital

2023

American Board Of Regenerative Medicine

specialized in Regenerative Medicine

 

EXPERIENCE

2019-2020

Pranangklao hospital :

GP, Regional hosptial with capacity over 500 beds

2020 - 2021

Bangchak hospital

GP, Medium community hospital with capacity of 100 beds

2021 - 2022

Thammasat hospital

Resident in department of Radiology

2022 - now

Jomtien Hospital a BDMS hospital

Full time doctor in department of

Anti-aging and Plastic Surgery at Jomtien hospital

BDMS is the largest private hospital group in Thailand,

2022 - now

Vega Wellness and Bioprime Sindhorn Clinic

Lead Doctor at Vega Stem Cell, I research and provide

expert consultations in Regenerative Medicine.

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Daniel Garza
Daniel Garza
Regenerative medicine specialist
9 years of experience
Mexico, Playa del Carmen
Giostar Stem Cell Therapy | Los Algodones Clinic

Daniel Garza

Regenerative medicine specialist
9 years of experience

Professional Background

  • Medical Education: Licensed Medical Doctor, UNAM School of Medicine, Mexico City.
  • Advanced Studies: Degrees and diplomas in Business Administration, Neuroscience, Neuroanatomy, and Aesthetic Medicine.
  • Certifications and Workshops:
    • International Congress on Regenerative Medicine and Cell Therapy.
    • Congress on Regenerative and Functional Medicine.
    • Workshop on Regenerative and Functional Medicine.

Areas of Expertise

  • Regenerative Medicine & Mesenchymal Stem Cell Applications.
  • Neuroscience & Neuroanatomy.
  • Functional and Aesthetic Medicine.
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Eslie Perez
Eslie Perez
General practitioner
11 years of experience
Mexico, Puerto Vallarta
Holistic Bio Spa®

Eslie Perez

General practitioner
11 years of experience

Head of Teaching at the Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital

2020-2023

Medical records manager at the Regional Hospital of Puerto Vallarta 2 months 2020

General practitioner in private medical office

2015-2022

Doctor in charge of weight control clinic

2013-2014

Medical assistant in dermatology clinic

2008-2013

 

Medical Assistant in Dermatological procedures.

 Medical Assistant in minimally invasive surgical procedures

 Operation of fractional laser machine - IPIXEL-ER and

facial rejuvenation with IPL.

 Experience in laser hair removal with Intense Pulsed Light and

radiofrequency

 Experience with ultrasonic cavitation

 Experience with ultraviolet (UV) light phototherapy machine for the

treatment of psoriasis and vitiligo.

 Experience assisting in Botox and Fillers procedures.

 Biomagnet certified by the Higher Institute of Biomagnetism

doctor ISAAC GOIZ DURAN

 Experience in clinical records

 Training in continuing education and professional development of teachers

 

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Enes Duman
Enes Duman
Radiologist
14 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Antalya
Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Enes Duman

Radiologist
14 years of experience

Education and Specialization

  • 2006 – Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine
  • 2007, 2011 – Baskent University, Faculty of Medicine, Residency Training

Experience

  • 2011, 2013 – Konya Çumra State Hospital – Radiology Specialist
  • 2013, 2018 – Baskent University Konya Application and Research Center, Interventional Radiology Unit – Lecturer
  • 2018,2019 – Baskent University Konya Application and Research Center, Interventional Radiology Department – Associate Professor
  • 2019  Present – Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, Interventional Radiology Department – Associate Professor
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5.0
1 review
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Francisco Castro Domínguez
Francisco Castro Domínguez
Rheumatologist
16 years of experience
4.7
422 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Francisco Castro Domínguez

Rheumatologist
16 years of experience

· Leading specialist in the field of rheumatology

· Clinical experience: more than 10 years.

· Specialization: arthrosis of the knee and other joints, arthritis, osteoporosis, gout, spondylitis, lupus.

· Member of international scientific communities, author of more than 50 reports and articles in scientific journals.

Dr. Francisco Castro Dominguez holds a degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Santiago de Compostela.

As part of his studies, he completed an internship at the Humboldt University in Berlin, visiting the Charité Hospital. Years later, he became a specialist in rheumatology after completing a residency period at the Hospital del Mar i l'Esperanza in Barcelona, and completed advanced training in knee osteoarthritis and sports medicine at the Royal North Shore Hospital, University of Sydney, Australia.

He completed his studies with a Master's degree in Medical Management at the University of Barcelona and worked as a postdoctoral fellow in the Inflammation and Cartilage Research Unit at the Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques.

Scientific work:

Currently, the doctor holds the position of Coordinator of the Osteoarthritis Working Group of the Spanish Society of Rheumatology (ARTROSER), collaborating as a researcher in several multidisciplinary projects aimed at studying the phenotyping of knee osteoarthritis, and as an advisor in institutional projects related to the formation of treatment protocols and care for patients with knee and hip osteoarthritis.

Member of scientific communities:

Sociedad Española de Reumatología.

· Sociedad Catalana de Reumatología.

· Sociedad Catalana de Medicina Deportiva.

· Sociedad Española de Directivos de la Salud.

· EMEUNET European League Against Rheumatism.

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4.7
422 reviews
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Robert Soler Rich
Robert Soler Rich
Rheumatologist
32 years of experience
4.7
422 reviews

Robert Soler Rich

Rheumatologist
32 years of experience
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon
4.7
422 reviews
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Senem Tekeoglu
Senem Tekeoglu
Rheumatologist
14 years of experience
4.6
123 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

Senem Tekeoglu

Rheumatologist
14 years of experience

2024 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

Internal Medicine and Rheumatology Specialist

2019 - 2024, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SERVICE HOSPITAL

Internal Medicine and Rheumatology Specialist

2017 - 2019, Batman/Batman/Türkiye

BATMAN REGIONAL STATE HOSPITAL

Internal Medicine and Rheumatology Specialist

2011 - 2014, Canakkale/Canakkale/Türkiye

AYVACIK STATE HOSPITAL

Internal Medicine Specialist

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4.6
123 reviews
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Ernesto Romero
Ernesto Romero
Regenerative medicine specialist
22 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Mexico, Puerto Vallarta
Immunotherapy Regenerative Medicine

Ernesto Romero

Regenerative medicine specialist
22 years of experience
  • Renowned Rheumatology specialist, Dr. Ernesto Romero.
  • Focus on autoimmune, chronic degenerative diseases like arthritis, lupus.
  • International training in Mexico, France, and Spain.
  • Expertise in stem cell therapy for Rheumatology conditions.
  • Member of Immunotherapy México A.C. foundation.
  • Master's in Regenerative Medicine from Universidad Catolica de Murcia.
  • Utilizes immunomodulatory agents in treating inflammatory conditions.
  • Online consultations available for Rheumatology patients.
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5.0
2 reviews
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Johanes Grisar
Johanes Grisar
Rheumatologist
13 years of experience
4.6
149 reviews
Austria, Vienna
Wiener Privatklinik

Johanes Grisar

Rheumatologist
13 years of experience

Dr. Johannes Grisar is a rheumatologist and specialist in internal medicine. He studied at the Medical University of Vienna and Stanford School of Medicine. He led rheumatology departments at Sisters of Mercy Vienna hospital. Since 2017, he has headed the rheumatism clinic at Sanatorium Hera.

Dr. Grisar has over 20 years of experience and many peer-reviewed publications. He is known for his expertise in immunology and rheumatology. He currently sees patients at Vienna Private Clinic, offering high-quality care in his field.

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4.6
149 reviews
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Johannes Grisar
Johannes Grisar
Rheumatologist
16 years of experience
4.6
149 reviews
Austria, Vienna
Wiener Privatklinik

Johannes Grisar

Rheumatologist
16 years of experience
Dr. Johannes Grisar is an experienced rheumatologist and specialist in internal medicine. He has studied at the Main Medical University of Vienna, defended his doctoral dissertation at the Stanford School of Medicine, and served as a head physician for two departments of the Sisters of Mercy Vienna hospital. Currently, he is the head of the rheumatism clinic in the sanatorium Hera and accepting patients in his practice at the Vienna Private Clinic.Read more
4.6
149 reviews
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Peter Heering
Peter Heering
Rheumatologist
38 years of experience
4.6
59 reviews
Germany, Solingen
Medical Center in Solingen

Peter Heering

Rheumatologist
38 years of experience

Professor Dr. Peter Heering is a specialist in nephrology, internal medicine, and hypertension. He has led the Clinic for Nephrology and General Medicine at the Academic Hospital Solingen for over 20 years. Dr. Heering oversees advanced diagnostics and treatment for kidney diseases, high blood pressure, and systemic vasculitis. He has achieved excellent results in treating both acute and chronic kidney failure.

Dr. Heering is a member of leading medical societies, including the American and European Societies of Nephrology. He also serves as a board member and president in several German and international organizations. Focus magazine has recognized his work. He has published many scientific papers and is respected worldwide for his expertise in nephrology and internal medicine.

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4.6
59 reviews
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Ege Sinan Torun
Ege Sinan Torun
Rheumatologist
12 years of experience
5.0
38 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Ege Sinan Torun

Rheumatologist
12 years of experience

Education Information

  • Postdoctoral Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty, Division of Medical Sciences, Turkey (2018 - Ongoing)
  • Expertise in Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty, Division of Medical Sciences, Turkey (2013 - 2018)
  • Undergraduate, Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, English Medicine Program, Turkey (2007 - 2013)

Foreign Languages

  • French – B1 (Intermediate)
  • English – C1 (Advanced)

Research Areas

  • Medicine, Health Sciences
  • Internal Medicine Sciences
  • Internal Diseases, Hematology, Nephrology, Oncology
  • Immunology and Rheumatology

Academic Titles / Tasks

  • Research Assistant, PhD, Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty, Department of Internal Medicine (2013 - Ongoing)
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5.0
38 reviews
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Faran Dafna
Faran Dafna
Rheumatologist
33 years of experience
4.4
148 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Faran Dafna

Rheumatologist
33 years of experience

Education

Medical School, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

Specialization

Internal Medicine

Recognized experience

  • Internal Medicine
  • Rheumatology

Additional education

  • Lupus Unit, Rayne Institute, St Thomas' Hospital, London
  • Department of Rheumatology and Lupus Clinic, University College London

Clinical experience

  • Since 1992 - specialist in internal medicine.
  • Since 1994 - rheumatologist with specialization and interest in the treatment of lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome.

Academic experience

Senior Lecturer, Department of Internal Medicine, Tel Aviv University

Professional publications

  • About 58 scientific publications
  • About 31 reports at scientific conferences

Trade union membership

  • Israeli Association of Rheumatologists
  • American College of Rheumatology

Areas of special interest and activities

Diagnosis, treatment and research in the field of lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome.

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4.4
148 reviews
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