Professor Antonino Spinelli is the Director of the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery at Humanitas Research Hospital.
The Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery is one of the most important centres for colorectal disease, especially for procedures of sphincter preservation for rectal tumours, but also for chronic inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn disease, ulcerative rectal colitis…) and the surgical treatment of diverticular pathologies.
Professor Spinelli carries out a constant research on minimally invasive surgeries, including the single-port surgery, mini-laparoscopy, low-impact surgery and trans-anal techniques (TATME, TAMIS, TTSS). Furthermore, the advanced postoperative recovering is another area of his interest.
He graduated as MD in 2001 at University of Milano. During his education, he won several scholarships: he trained ad University of Berlin Charitè for two years at the Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery. Also, he obtained his PhD on Surgical Phsyiopathology with a dissertation on enhanced recovery for laparoscopic colorectal surgery in 2011.
Current Teaching Activity: he is Full Professor of Surgery at Humanitas University.
Also, Professor Spinelli is general Secretary of the European Society of Coloproctology (ESCP) and Board Member of the Guidelines Committee (GulCom) of the European Crohn Disease and Colitis Organization (ECCO). He is Fellow of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery (FASCRS), Honorary Fellow of the Czech Society of Surgery (CSS) and Honorary Member of the Brazilian College of Digestive Surgery (CBCD).
He is a member of the International Organization for the study of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IOIBD) and several other national and international scientific societies.
In addition, Professor Spinelli serves as Associate Editor for Colorectal Disease (Journal of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain & Ireland, Royal College of Surgeons of England, of the European Society of Coloproctology and of the Spanish Society of Coloproctology – Asociación Española de Coloproctología), Diseases of the Colon and Rectum (official journal of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons), Journal of the Anus, Rectum and Colon (official journal of the Japan Society of Coloproctology).
He is Editorial Board Member of the Journal of Crohn’s Colitis (official journal of the European Crohn’s Colitis Organization), Advisory Board of Coloproctology (official journal of the German Society for Coloproctology – Deutsche Gesellschaft für Koloproktologie) and Editorial Board Member of Updates in Surgery (official journal of the Italian Society of Surgery – Società Italiana di Chirurgia).
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Dr. Mehdi Afrit is a Medical Oncologist who practices at Burjeel Specialty Hospital in Sharjah. He has over 11 years of experience caring for and managing cancer patients. He has extensive experience providing chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy to patients. He earned a Certificate of Medical Oncology from the Gustave Roussy Institute in Paris, France, where he received training in antitumor chemotherapy and cancer medical treatment. Additionally, he holds an international certificate in breast diseases. He also has a certificate in Good Clinical Practice from Trans Celerate Biopharma Inc. and a certificate in Clinical Trial Management: Good Clinical Practice from the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians. He previously worked for over five years as an Assistant Professor of Medical Oncology at Tunis’s Faculty of Medicine. He later practiced as a Consultant, Medical Oncologist for six years at Arianna’s hospital in Tunisia. He later worked for two years as a Specialist Medical Oncologist at Zulekha Hospital. He was also an investigator in three international clinical trials and holds clinical trial auditing and CRO certifications and a GCP Training Certificate from 2016. He is a member in good standing of the Emirates Oncology Society (EOS), the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). His clinical expertise includes but is not limited to the following:
Dr. Md. Berat is a highly qualified medical professional specializing in facial and head and neck procedures, with expertise in rhinoplasty, facelift, and cochlear implants. Educated at Karadeniz Technical University and trained at Marmara University, he has contributed significantly to the field through roles at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital and BHT Clinic Istanbul Tema Hospital. As an active member of professional associations, including the Istanbul ENT-BBC Specialists Association, Dr. Berat stays current with advancements, as seen in his certifications from specialized courses. His commitment to excellence in otolaryngology and facial plastic surgery is evident through his extensive experience and ongoing contributions to the medical community.
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Fatih Garça is a highly skilled and experienced ENT specialist currently practicing at Lokman Hekim Van Hospital. He completed his medical education at Istanbul University in 1997, and since then, he has built an impressive career in the field of otolaryngology. Throughout his career, Dr. Garça has contributed his knowledge and expertise to several prestigious institutions, including Van Yüzüncü Yıl University and İpekyolu State Hospital, where he has served in both clinical and academic roles.
Dr. Garça is recognized for his specialization in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of a wide range of Ear, Nose, and Throat disorders. His areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, chronic sinusitis, hearing loss, nasal deformities, sleep apnea, and head and neck cancers. He is well-versed in performing both minimally invasive and complex surgical procedures, utilizing the latest technologies to ensure the best outcomes for his patients.
A highly regarded professional, Dr. Garça is dedicated to staying at the forefront of his field, regularly attending national and international conferences to further his medical knowledge. He is committed to delivering personalized care and effective treatment plans, taking into account each patient’s unique condition and needs.
Fluent in both Turkish and English, Dr. Garça is able to effectively communicate with a diverse range of patients, ensuring that they fully understand their diagnosis and treatment options. His compassionate approach and extensive expertise have earned him the trust of many individuals seeking high-quality care in the field of ENT.
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Dr Reema Arora has been a national and international trainer in BOTOX® and Fillers for the past 18 years. She has worked with Allergan India Pvt Ltd. as Medical Head- Facial Aesthetics and has the credit of training over 1500 Dermatologist and Plastic surgeons in the art of facial rejuvenation with injectables.
Dr. Arora has single handedly revolutionized the use of Botox and dermal fillers in India with new innovations and focus on Indian faces. She has perfected the art of using Botox, Juvederm, and Voluma amongst other injectables to rejuvenate, enhance and treat the whole face including -facial asymmetries, defining various facial features like the nose, jaw, lips and resolving excessive sweating.
Dr Reema Arora has been a national and international trainer in BOTOX® and Fillers for the past 18 years. She has worked with Allergan India Pvt Ltd. as Medical Head- Facial Aesthetics and has the credit of training over 1500 Dermatologist and Plastic surgeons in the art of facial rejuvenation with injectables.
Dr. Arora has single handedly revolutionized the use of Botox and dermal fillers in India with new innovations and focus on Indian faces. She has perfected the art of using Botox, Juvederm, and Voluma amongst other injectables to rejuvenate, enhance and treat the whole face including -facial asymmetries, defining various facial features like the nose, jaw, lips and resolving excessive sweating.
Dr. Arora made the switch to cosmetic medicine in 2006 following her passion for Aesthetics. She has been trained in Australia, Korea and Singapore with acclaimed dermatologist and plastic surgeons. Dr. Reema Arora is a medical graduate from St John’s Medical College Hospital and a postgraduate in Paediatrics.She went on to do her Masters in Aesthetic Medicine from London in 2018 and has gone on to become a brand in herself in Facial Aesthetics, continuously perfecting her well honed skills. Being India’s leading Rejuvenation expert for over 8 years, Dr. Reema Arora has always been a pioneer in Injectables. She constantly updates her techniques and extensive knowledge of the subject by attending training workshops and seminars.
اقرأ المزيدDr. Ender Şahin was born in Kırşehir, Turkey in 1981. He embarked on his journey in the field of medicine at an early age and went on to achieve great heights in his career as a prominent ear, nose, and throat specialist.
In 2007, Dr. Şahin successfully graduated from Hacettepe University Medical Faculty, marking the beginning of his illustrious medical career. His dedication to the field led him to pursue specialization at Ankara Education and Research Hospital in the same year. During his specialized training, he became actively involved in cadaver studies, focusing particularly on the areas of facial plastic and ear surgery.
Dr. Şahin’s commitment to advancing his field is reflected in his membership in prestigious medical associations, including the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (Turkish KBB Society), the Facial Plastic Surgery Association, and the Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabipleri Birliği).
He now practices at his own private clinic, where he specializes in a wide range of medical procedures, including genioplasty, tonsillectomies, correction of deviated septums, rhinoplasty, ear drum reconstruction, otoplasty (pinning back protruding ears), snoring surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery, endoscopic tear duct surgery, and vocal cord nodule and polyp removal surgeries.
His particular areas of interest include:
Dr. Ender Şahin’s passion for improving the quality of life for his patients and his dedication to advancing medical knowledge make him a respected figure in the field of otolaryngology. His commitment to the well-being of his patients and his contributions to the medical community continue to leave a lasting impact on the world of medicine.
اقرأ المزيدAssociate Prof. Çağlar ÇALLI graduated from Izmir Atatürk High School. He is a graduate of Ege University Faculty of Medicine. He was granted Thyroid Surgery and Diseases Scholarship from the Turkish Ear Nose Throat Association in 2009. With this scholarship, he studied Head-neck tumours and thyroid surgery at Ohio State University in the USA. After being granted the Turkish Ear Nose Throat Foundation Scholarship in 2011, he studied facial plastic surgery, snoring surgery, and endoscopic sinus surgery at New York St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital in the USA. He became an Associate Professor in 2012. He has conducted oral presentations abroad, and published book chapters and more than 80 articles in international and national journals. Associate Professor Dr. Çağlar ÇALLI’s surgical research interests include Head-Neck tumours, Goiter and Thyroid surgery, Rhinoplasty and Endoscopic sinus surgery, ear microsurgery, and otosclerosis operations.
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Biography
Ahmet Köybaşıoğlu is a Professor and Doctor who was born in 1958. He entered Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1975 and completed his education, graduating in 1981. He completed his specialization in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine between 1982-1986.
While working as an ENT specialist at Ankara Dışkapı SSK Hospital, he also worked at the Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Research Center in the Netherlands. In 1997, he became an associate professor in the ENT Head and Neck Surgery department at Gazi University, and in 2003, he became a full professor.
In 1998, he worked on cases with his American colleagues at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in the United States. He conducted academic research for 16 years from 1996-2012, focusing on head and neck tumors. He also deepened his academic research in laryngology, which includes vocal cord and voice disorders.
He specialized in voice hoarseness, snoring, respiratory problems, dizziness, as well as nodules, polyps and vocal cord cysts in the larynx. His medical interests also include pediatric ENT diseases such as tonsillitis, adenoids, fluid accumulation in the ear, and congenital neck cysts.
He conducted academic research and publications on tumors and cancer diseases that occur in the mouth, nose, tongue, jaw, throat, and skin areas in the head and neck region. These diseases are his primary medical interest areas.
Education
2003-2103 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Professor,
2005(September-October) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1997-2003 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Associate Professor,
1998(November-December) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary /Boston-USA,
1995-1997 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Assistant Professor,
1993(January-March) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1982-1986 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Ear Nose and Throat Specialization Training,
1975-1981 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
Work Experience
2016-2018 Lösante Hospital,
2014-2016 Memorial Ankara Hospital,
2012-2014 Acıbadem Healthcare Group Ankara Hospital,
2003-2013 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Professor,
2005(September-October) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1997-2003 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Associate Professor
1998 (November-December) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary,
1995-1997 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Assistant Professor,
1993(January-March) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1990-1995 Ankara Diskapi SSK Hospital ll. ENT Clinic Specialist,
1988-1990 Bayburt State Hospital/Mandatory Service,
1986-1988 Adana Military Hospital, Ear Nose and Throat Specialist,
1982-1986 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Ear Nose and Throat Specialization Training
Medical Interest
Head and Neck Oncology
laryngology
Voice Hoarseness
Snore
Pediatric Ear Nose Throat Diseases
Elongated Styloid Prosthesis
Congenital Neck Tumors
Salivary Gland Tumors
Position Title Place of Duty Year
Medical Practitioner
Çerkeş Health Clinic (Compulsory Service)
1993
Residency Education
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
1994-1998
Clinical Observer Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Now York City, New York, U.S.A. November 1997 – January 1998
Clinical Observer and Trainee Ear Microsurgery and Temporal Bone Dissection, House Ear Institute, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A.
January 1998
Otorhinolaryngologist
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
1998-2001
Visiting Fellow
Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. May 1999- August 1999
Chief Resident in Otorhinolaryngology
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
2001-..
Title of Associate Professor Department of Otorhinnolaryngology, School of Medicine, Dokuz Eylül University 2004-