Brainstem evoked response audiometry Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Erkan Karatas is an ENT and maxillofacial surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in skull base surgery and cochlear implant placement. Dr. Karatas has contributed to over 100 medical articles. He completed specialized training at prestigious centers in the US, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland.

• Member of 11 professional associations, including the American Academy of Otolaryngology.
• Expert in complex surgeries for thyroid, tongue, and larynx cancers.
• Performs specialized procedures like stapedectomy, tympanoplasty, and orthognathic surgery.
• Works at an AACI-accredited hospital that treats 565,000 patients annually.

Dr. Juan Carlos Casado Morente is a specialist in voice pitch change surgery at Quirónsalud Marbella. He is a founding member of the International Association of Trans Voice Surgeons (IATVS). Dr. Casado Morente leads the ENT units at two major hospitals in Spain. He is a recognized authority in voice feminization and masculinization for transgender patients.

• Authored the textbook Voice Feminisation: A Multidisciplinary Approach in Transgender Women.
• Serves as President of the Commission of Laryngology, Voice, and Deglutition (SEORL).
• Performs complex procedures including cochlear implants, stapedectomy, and endolaryngeal microsurgery.
• Treats patients at Quirónsalud Marbella, a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.

Professor Gstoettner is the head of the ENT University Hospital at the Medical University of Vienna. He performed Austria's first auditory brainstem implant surgery.

• Specializes in brainstem evoked response audiometry to test hearing nerve and brain sound responses.
• Focuses on hearing restoration through neurosurgery and cochlear implant placement.
• Authored over 200 scientific publications and serves on top medical journal boards.
• President of the Austrian Society of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery.
• Member of the Higher Medical Council and Senate of the Medical University of Vienna.

The doctor is a highly skilled specialist in both adult and pediatric ENT diseases, offering comprehensive care for a wide range of ear, nose, and throat conditions. Clinical expertise includes advanced endoscopic and microscopic middle ear surgeries, as well as specialized procedures for sleep apnea and snoring.

In addition to functional ENT treatments, the doctor performs various plastic surgery procedures, including rhinoplasty and protruding ear correction. The practice also incorporates aesthetic medicine, providing professional filling and Botox treatments. Furthermore, the doctor utilizes the modern plasma-evaporation method for tonsil and adenoid operations, ensuring precise and effective surgical outcomes for patients.

Dr. Mehmet Nuri Elgormus is a specialist at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats patients for ear, nose, and throat (ENT) and aesthetic concerns. Dr. Elgormus focuses on resolving breathing and aesthetic issues in a single surgical session. He has performed surgery on hundreds of patients over two decades of practice.

• Specializes in septoplasty, rhinoplasty, and pediatric sinus treatments.
• Performs microsurgery for laryngeal polyps and cleft lip repairs.
• Treats complex conditions like sleep apnea and sensorineural hearing loss.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul.

The doctor is a highly specialized surgeon with extensive expertise in head and neck surgery, focusing on the surgical treatment of malignancies within this region. The clinical practice encompasses a broad spectrum of procedures, including endoscopic sinus surgeries and advanced microsurgical techniques for head and neck diseases.

Furthermore, the doctor provides comprehensive care for patients suffering from hearing loss, ear-related pathologies, and various salivary gland disorders. Additional clinical focus areas include the management and surgical intervention of dizziness and vertigo, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to complex otolaryngological conditions.

Dr. Selahattin Tugrul is an ENT Professor at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in complex surgeries for hearing loss, sleep apnea, and nasal polyps. Dr. Tugrul earned his doctorate and specialty training at Istanbul University. He previously served as a Professor at Bezmiâlem Vakıf University for over ten years.

• Performs cochlear implant placement, stapedectomy, and tympanoplasty.
• Specializes in septoplasty, cleft palate repair, and endolaryngeal microsurgery.
• Active researcher contributing to otolaryngology studies worldwide.
• Works at Medipol Acibadem, a JCI-accredited facility using robotic surgical systems.

Dr. Shahriyar Azad is a European Board-certified ENT and head and neck surgeon at Dubai London Hospital. He is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh. Dr. Azad treats pediatric and adult patients for sleep apnea and hearing loss. He previously practiced at King Fahad Medical City, a major oncology center in Saudi Arabia.

• Specializes in tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy using cobalation and harmonic scalpel technology.
• Performs functional endoscopic sinus surgery and diagnostic endoscopies.
• Fellow of the European Board of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery.
• Member of the British Society of Otology and ENT UK.

Dr. Fazilet Altin is an ENT specialist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She received the Best Presenter award at the 22nd Rhinocamp. Dr. Altin specializes in thyroid surgery and complex rhinoplasty. She serves as an Associate Professor at Biruni University.

• Holds Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Board certification.
• Treats sleep apnea, hearing loss, and nasal polyps.
• Performs septoplasty, tympanoplasty, and endolaryngeal microsurgery.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Abdullah Ozkardes is a neurologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. Dr. Ozkardes provides stem cell therapy and deep brain stimulation (DBS). He previously served as Chief Physician at Kutahya Air Hospital.

• Specializes in neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's and muscular dystrophy.
• Performs rehabilitation using robotic exoskeleton and anti-gravity treadmill systems.
• Provides diagnostics including video-EEG monitoring and brainstem evoked response audiometry.
• Is a member of the Turkish Medical Association and the DGCA Health Board.

Dr. Buse Cagla Ari is an associate professor of neurology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. She focuses on movement disorders, dementia, and chronic headaches. Dr. Ari is a member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. She specializes in botulinum toxin injections for both migraines and movement disorders.

• Uses nerve blocks and botulinum toxin to treat complex headache disorders.
• Treats Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and Alzheimer’s disease.
• Conducts diagnostic sleep studies including polysomnography and sleep latency tests.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul with 50 specialty departments.

Dr. Burak Eren is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He is an Associate Professor specializing in endoscopic pituitary surgery and brain tumor resection. Dr. Eren treats complex vascular and spinal conditions including aneurysms and spinal cord tumors. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for cardiac and oncological care.

• Authored over 10 international peer-reviewed articles on spinal surgery and traumatic brain injury.
• Specializes in endoscopic techniques for pituitary tumors and skull base surgery.
• Co-authored textbook chapters on hypophysis lesions and sacral trauma management.
• Treats degenerative spinal diseases such as stenosis and lumbar disc herniation.

Areas of Expertise

Stroke Rehabilitation

Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Neurological Rehabilitation

Pediatric Rehabilitation

Robotic Rehabilitation

Atroplasty Rehabilitation

Fracture Rehabilitation

Osteoarthritis (Calcification)

Osteoporosis (Bone Resorption)

Fibromyalgia

Medicine

Education

Faculty of Medicine

Specialization: Ankara Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor: 12.10.2015

Publications

Erkin Gülten, Elhan Atilla H, Aybay Canan, Şirzai Hülya, Özel Sumru (2007) Validity and reliability of the Turkish translation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI). Disability and Rehabilitation

Dr. Sultan Biskin Zeybek is an otorhinolaryngology (ENT) specialist. He performs ear surgery, skull base surgery, and head and neck surgery. He treats tumors of the larynx, tongue, lip, tonsil, and pharynx. He manages cholesteatoma, middle ear disease and infections, ear discharge, and hearing loss. He also performs cochlear implants (bionic ear) and treats maxillofacial trauma.

Experience: 2011–2012 at Malatya Devlet Hastanesi KBB BBC Kliniği. Bülent Ecevit Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi, KBB BBC Ana Bilimdalı.

Doç. Dr. Hakan Akgün is an Associate Professor of Neurology. He graduated from Gülhane Military Medical Academy in 2004. He completed his neurology residency in 2011. He served at Etimesgut Military Hospital from 2011 to 2014. He joined Gülhane as an assistant professor in 2014. He became an associate professor in 2016. He currently practices at Koru Hospital.

He has published 40 articles in international journals. He has also presented more than 100 posters at international congresses.

Clinical focus: cerebrovascular diseases, Parkinson’s disease, migraine and other headaches, movement disorders, muscle and nerve diseases, ALS, dizziness, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord diseases, and Alzheimer’s disease.

Dr. Kurt Schlemmer is an experienced Otorhinolaryngologist with over 14 years in clinical practice. He earned his MBChB from the University of Pretoria and an MMed in ENT from UKZN. He is also a Fellow of the College of Otorhinolaryngology of South Africa (FCORL, with distinction).

Dr. Schlemmer focuses on Otology, Neurotology, Lateral Skull Base, and Head and Neck surgery. He led the Durban Cochlear Implant Program for 8 years. He also serves as an honorary lecturer at UKZN. He has performed many advanced ENT procedures, such as cochlear implantation, stapedotomy, and endoscopic sinus surgery.

He is a member of several professional societies. He has published in leading journals and is a recognized reviewer, with 27 international peer reviews. His research has helped improve outcomes in both pediatric and adult ENT care.

Dr. Obeso directs the HM CINAC Integral Neurosciences Centre in Madrid. He specializes in neurophysiology, which is essential for accurate brainstem evoked response audiometry.

• Pioneered continuous dopaminergic stimulation to help treat Parkinson's disease
• Director of HM CINAC – a dedicated hub for advanced brain science
• Published over 350 research articles focused on complex brain functions
• Member of the American Neurological Association and Spanish Neurology Society
• Doctorate in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Navarra

The doctor is a highly experienced medical professional specializing in cardiovascular surgery. With over 20 years in the field, the doctor has performed numerous complex heart surgeries, contributing significantly to advancements in minimally invasive techniques. The doctor is board-certified and has been recognized for excellence in patient care and surgical outcomes.

Graduating from a leading medical school, the doctor completed a prestigious fellowship in cardiac surgery. The doctor has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and actively participates in international conferences.