Education:

2023 Nuh Naci Yazgan University faculty of health sciences

Work experience:

Çapa Faculty of Medicine Oncology Institute 2022

Areas of interest:

Nutrition in diseases

Nutrition after gastric sleeve surgery and stomach botox

sports nutrition

Pregnant and Breastfeeding Nutrition

Nutrition in diabetes

Baby-child-adult nutrition

Getting fat

Allergy-food intolerance and nutrition

Losing weight

Adequate balanced and healthy nutrition

Nutrition in eating behavior disorders

weight maintenance

institutional nutrition

sports nutrition

EDUCATION

• Specialization: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
• Medical Education: Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 2025 – Present: Private Hüma Hospital
• 2009 – Present: Professor – Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
• 2001-2009: Associate Professor – Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
• 1991-2001: Assistant Professor – Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
• 1985-1991: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
• 1983-1985: Anamur SSK Health Station

AREAS OF INTEREST

• Congenital brain and spinal anomalies
• Hydrocephalus (fluid accumulation in the brain)
• Lumbar and cervical hernia surgeries
• Spinal canal stenosis surgery
• Brain, spinal cord, and cyst tumor surgeries
• Brain trauma and hemorrhages

SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATION BOARD MEMBERSHIPS

• Turkey Clinics Journal of Medical Sciences
• Fırat Medical Journal

He has a total of 76 scientific publications (50 international, 26 national) and 131 congress presentations (6 international, 125 national). Additionally, he has authored 11 review articles and contributed 11 chapters in 6 books.

He has been an invited speaker 78 times at national scientific congresses, conferences, symposiums, and courses. In 2005, he organized one scientific meeting and served on the organizing committee of 7 congresses and scientific meetings.

Furthermore, he served as the Congress Secretary of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress in 2021. He has worked as a special issue editor for a neurosurgery journal and as an editor for the pediatric section of a neurosurgery book.

He has supervised 6 doctoral theses, and his scientific studies have received citations.

SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS

I- Articles

A- Published in Journals Indexed in SSCI, AHCI, or SCI

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Kandemir O, Paşaoğlu H, Öktem İS, Paşaoğlu A: The therapeutic value of naloxone and mannitol in experimental focal cerebral ischemia. Res Exp Med 194:277-285, 1994
Akdemir H, Selçuklu A, Paşaoğlu A, Öktem İS, Kavuncu İA: Treatment of severe intraventricular hemorrhage by intraventricular infusion of urokinase. Neurosurg Rev 18:95-100, 1995
Paşaoğlu A, Kurtsoy A, Koç RK, Kontaş O, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Selçuklu A, Kavuncu A: Cranioplasty with bone flaps preserved under the scalp. Neurosurg Rev 19:153-156, 1996
Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Meral M, Menkü A: Acute subdural hematoma; outcome and outcome prediction. Neurosurg Rev 20:239-244, 1997
Karaküçük Eİ, Paşaoğlu H, Paşaoğlu A, Öktem S: Endogenous neuropeptides in patients with acute traumatic head injury II. Neuropeptides 31:259-263, 1997
Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç K, Menkü A, Tucer B, Selçuklu A, Turan C: Migration of abdominal catheter of ventriculoperitoneal shunt into the scrotum. Acta Neurochir 140:167-170, 1998
Koç RK, Paşaoğlu A, Menkü A, Öktem İS, Meral M: Extradural hematoma of the posterior cranial fossa. Neurosurg Rev 21:52-57, 1998
Koç RK, Akdemir H, Karaküçük EI, Öktem İS, Menkü A: Effect of methylprednisolone, tirilazad mesylate, and vitamin E on lipid peroxidation after experimental spinal cord injury. Spinal Cord 37:29-32, 1999
Koç RK, Kurtsoy A, Paşaoğlu H, Karaküçük EI, Öktem İS, Meral M: Lipid peroxidation and edema in experimental brain injury: Comparison of treatment with methylprednisolone, tirilazad mesylate, and vitamin E. Res Exp Med 199:21-28, 1999
Akdemir H, Kontaş O, Öktem İS, Tucer B, Kafadar H, Paşaoğlu A: A new subtype of meningioma. Neurosurg Rev 22:50-53, 1999
Akdemir H, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Koç RK, Tucer B: Failure of open third ventriculostomy for shunt infections in infants. Pediatr Neurosurg 30:305-309, 1999
Öktem İS, Menkü A, Akdemir H, Kontaş O, Kurtsoy A, Koç RK: Therapeutic effect of tirilazad mesylate (U-74006F), mannitol, and their combination on experimental ischemia. Res Exp Med 199:231-242, 2000
Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Kurtsoy A, Koç RK, Menkü A: Hemilaminectomy for the removal of spinal lesions. Spinal Cord 38:92-96, 2000
Kurtsoy A, Canbay S, Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Effect of EGb-761 on vasospasm in experimental subarachnoid hemorrhage. Res Exp Med 199:207-215, 2000
Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Akdemir H, Tucer B: Surgical treatment of thalamic hematomas via the contralateral transcallosal approach. Neurosurg Rev 24:108-113, 2001
Akdemir H, Aşık Z, Paşaoğlu H, Karaküçük İ, Öktem İS, Koç RK: The effect of allopurinol on focal cerebral ischemia: an experimental study in rabbits. Neurosurg Rev 24:131-135, 2001
Koç RK, Menkü A, Akdemir H, Tucer B, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS: Cervical spondylotic myelopathy and radiculopathy treated by oblique corpectomies without fusion. Neurosurg Rev 27:252-258, 2004
Kurtsoy A, Menkü A, Tucer B, Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK: Transbasal approaches: surgical details, pitfalls, and avoidances. Neurosurg Rev 27:267-273, 2004
Kurtsoy A, Menkü A, Tucer B, Öktem İS, Akdemir H: Neuronavigation in skull base tumors. Minim Invas Neurosurg 48:7-12, 2005
Menkü A, Akdemir H, Durak AC, Öktem İS: Successful surgical excision of juvenile-type spinal arteriovenous malformation in two stages following partial embolization. Minim Invas Neurosurg 48:57-62, 2005
Akdemir H, Öktem S, Menkü A, Tucer B, Tuğcu B, Günaldı Ö: Image-Guided Microsurgical Management of Small Arteriovenous Malformations: Role of Neuronavigation and Intraoperative Doppler Sonography. Minim Invas Neurosurg 50:163-169, 2007
Öktem İS, Menkü A, Özdemir A: When should ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement be performed in cases with myelomeningocele and hydrocephalus? Turkish Neurosurg 18:387-91, 2008
Menkü A, Koç R.K, Öktem IS, Tucer B, Kurtsoy A: Laminoplasty with Miniplates for Posterior Approach in Thoracic and Lumbar Intraspinal Surgery. Turkish Neurosurg 20:27-32, 2010
Köksal V, Öktem İS: Ventriculosubgaleal shunt procedure and its long-term outcomes in premature infants with post-hemorrhagic hydrocephalus. Childs Nerv Syst 26:1505-1515, 2010
Küçük A, Tümtürk A, Gergin İŞ, Oral Ş, Görkem SB, Kurtsoy A, Madenoğlu H, Öktem İS: The Management of Blood Loss in Non-Syndromic Craniosynostosis Patients Undergoing Barrel Stave Osteotomy. Turkish Neurosurg 27:138-141, 2017
Yay A, Goktepe Ö, Bahadir A, Özdamar S, Öktem IS, Çoruh A, Baran M: Assessment of markers expressed in human hair follicles according to different skin regions. Adv Clin Exp Med 27:929–939, 2018
Köksal V, Mercantepe T, Tümkaya M, Oktem IS: Less use of bipolar cautery can prevent post-laminectomy epidural fibrosis. Turkish Neurosurg 30:217-224, 2020
Kamaşak B, Ulcay T, Küçük A, Karaman F, İpekten F, Öktem İS, Aycan K: A new supportive approach in the diagnosis of Chiari malformation type 1 in pediatric patients. Childs Nerv Syst 39:1581-1587, 2023

B- Published in Peer-Reviewed National and International Journals

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II- Other Studies (Technical Notes, Comments, Case Reports, Letters to the Editor, etc.)

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A- Articles Published in Journals Indexed in SSCI, AHCI, or SCI

Paşaoğlu A, Orhon C, Akdemir H, Uzunoğlu H, Öktem S, Yardım Ş: Subperiosteal intraorbital hematoma following minor head trauma. A case report. Acta Neurochir 97:83-85, 1989
Akdemir H, Paşaoğlu A, Ekinciler ÖF, Selçuklu A, Karaküçük S, Öktem İS: Unilateral naso-orbital meningocele and bilateral congenital fistulae of the lacrimal passages. Acta Ophtal 69:680-683, 1991
Öktem İS, Selçuklu A, Kurtsoy A, Kavuncu İA, Paşaoğlu A: Migration of a bullet in the spinal canal. A case report. Surg Neurol 44:548-550, 1995
Kurtsoy A, Paşaoğlu A, Koç RK, Öktem İS, Kontaş O: Cerebellopontine angle germinoma. A case report. Neurosurg Rev 19:127-130, 1996
Kurtsoy A, Koç RK, Öktem İS, Kontaş O, Selçuklu A, Paşaoğlu A: Ganglioglioma of conus medullaris. A case report. Neurosurg Rev 20:55-58, 1997
Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Kavuncu İ: Postoperative intraradicular lumbar disc herniation. A case report. Neurosurg Rev 20:71-74, 1997
Selçuklu A, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Kavuncu İA: Postoperative mutism after the clipping of a distal anterior cerebral artery aneurysm. A case report. Neurosurg Rev 20:214-216, 1997
Koç RK, Paşaoğlu A, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Kavuncu İA: Acute spontaneous subdural hematoma of arterial origin. A report of five cases. Surg Neurol 47:9-11, 1997
Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Sümerkan B, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tümtürk F: Cerebellar abscess due to Nocardia asteroides. Acta Neurochir 141:217-218, 1999
Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Successful surgical treatment of a thalamic hydatid cyst with a contralateral transcallosal approach. Pediatr Neurosurg 31:96-99, 1999
Koç RK, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Akdemir H: Growing skull fracture of the orbital roof. Pediatr Neurosurg 30:35-38, 1999
Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A: Intradural lumbar disc herniation: Report of two cases. Neurosurg Rev 24:44-47, 2001
Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Kurtsoy A, Menkü A: Posterolaterally displaced type IIA odontoid fractures. Neurosurg Rev 24:143-146, 2001
Menkü A, Kurtsoy A, Tucer B, Öktem İS, Akdemir H: The surgical management of traumatic C6-C7 spondyloptosis in a patient without neurological deficits. A case report. Minim Invas Neurosurg 47:242-244, 2004
Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Tucer B, Menkü A, Başaslan K, Günaldı Ö: Intraoperative microvascular Doppler sonography in aneurysm surgery. Minim Invas Neurosurg 49:312-316, 2006
Baykan Z, Öktem İS, Çetinkaya F, Naçar M: Physician exposure to violence: A study performed in Turkey. Int J Occup Saf Ergon 21(3):291-297, 2015

B- Articles Published in Peer-Reviewed National and International Journals

Paşaoğlu A, Yardım Ş, Öktem İS, Selçuklu A, Akdemir H, Koç K: Acute spontaneous arterial subdural hematoma. A case report and review of the literature. Turkish Neurosurg 2:44-48, 1991
Kurtsoy A, Paşaoğlu A, Koç RK, Öktem İS, Kavuncu İA: Calvarial osteogenic sarcoma developing on Paget’s disease. Erciyes Med J 16:186-189, 1994
Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Paşaoğlu A, Kurtsoy A, Selçuklu A: Hydatid cyst of the posterior fossa. A case report. Erciyes Med J 16:303-306, 1994
Kurtsoy A, Paşaoğlu A, Koç RK, Öktem İS: Acute brain swelling during the evacuation of an intracerebral hematoma caused by primary progressive contralateral subdural hematoma: A case report. Erciyes Med J 17:77-80, 1995
Menkü A, Tucer B, Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Göçmez C, Akdemir H: Spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea associated with temporal lobe meningoencephalocele in the lateral sphenoid sinus in an adult. Turkish Neurosurg 14:76-79, 2004

C- Articles Published in Non-Peer-Reviewed Journals (Faculty, Institute, Research Center Journals, and Encyclopedic Entries)

Durak AC, Özcan N, Kırnap M, Öktem İS: Brucella spondylodiscitis. Computed Tomography Bulletin 3:41-43, 1995
Madenoğlu H, Bilen A, Öktem İS, Akın A, Boyacı A: Anaesthetic management of vein of Galen aneurysms. A case report. Surgical Medicine Archives 4:193-195, 1997
Kurtsoy A, Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Akinetic mutism due to recurrent obstructive hydrocephalus. Surgical Medicine Archives 3:181-184, 1998

I- Review Articles

Öktem İS, Göçmez C: Spinal tumors in childhood. Turkiye Klinikleri J Pediatr Sci 3:80-85, 2007
Öktem İS, Göçmez C: Emergency neurosurgical approach in patients with mild and moderate head trauma. Turkiye Klinikleri J Surg Med Sci 3:27-31, 2007

III- Presented and Published Conference Papers

A- International Conferences

Ünal A, Öktem İS, Çetin M, Çelik F, Akdemir H: Activated Protein C Resistance with Deep Venous Thrombosis, Recurrent Pulmonary Embolism, and Cerebral Hemorrhage. A case report. XIV Meeting of the International Society of Haematology, 30 Aug-4 Sept 1997, Stockholm, Sweden (Poster)
Koç RK, Öktem İS, Kurtsoy A, Tucer B, Akdemir H: Adult diastematomyelia. 12th World Congress of Neurosurgical, 16-20 Sept 2001, Sydney, Australia (Poster)
Kurtsoy A, Akdemir H, Menkü A, Tucer B, Öktem İS, Koç RK: Neuronavigation in skull base tumors. 12th World Congress of Neurosurgical, 16-20 Sept 2001, Sydney, Australia (Poster)

B- National

Paşaoğlu A, Orhon C, Öktem İS, Uzunoğlu H, Akdemir H: Surgical Treatment in Pott's Abscesses. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 1989, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Paşaoğlu A, Orhon C, Öktem İS, Uzunoğlu H, Akdemir H: Surgical Approach in Thoracolumbar Trauma. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 1989, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Paşaoğlu A, Patıroğlu TE, Selçuklu A, Akdemir H, Kılıç H: The Effect of Hyaluronidase in Experimental Brain Abscesses and Investigation of Its Mechanism. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 21-26, 1991, Çeşme (Oral Presentation)

Bozkır MG, Aycan K, Öktem İS: Variations of the Circulus Arteriosus Cerebri. Anatomy Congress, June 27-30, 1991, Bursa (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Paşaoğlu A, Akdemir H, Selçuklu A, Koç RK, Kurtsoy A: Prognosis of Minor Head Trauma. 10th Gevher Nesibe Medical Days, March 11-14, 1992, Kayseri (Oral Presentation)

Kök AH, Güraksın A, Öktem İS, Öztürk S: Retrospective Evaluation of Forensic Cases Related to Neurosurgery. 10th Gevher Nesibe Medical Days, March 11-14, 1992, Kayseri (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Meral M, Menkü A: Prognosis and Prognostic Factors in Acute Subdural Hematomas. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 24-28, 1996, Çeşme (Oral Presentation)

Selçuklu A, Kavuncu İA, Koç RK, Alper M, Öktem İS, Menkü A: The Effect of Heparin on Capsule Formation in Experimental Brain Abscesses. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 24-28, 1996, Çeşme (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Selçuklu A, Tucer B: Frequency of Transient Stenosis in Middle and Anterior Cerebral Arteries in Meningitis and Its Relationship with Clinical Findings. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 16-20, 1997, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A: Intradural Lumbar Disc Herniation; Presentation of Two Cases. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 16-20, 1997, Antalya (Poster Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç K, Menkü A, Tucer B, Selçuklu A: Migration of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt into the Scrotum. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 16-20, 1997, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Paşaoğlu A, Menkü A, Öktem İS, Meral M: Posterior Cranial Fossa Epidural Hematomas. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 16-20, 1997, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Selçuklu A, Koç K, Meral M, Menkü A, Akdemir H: Comparison of Aspiration + Drainage and Excision in the Treatment of Brain Abscesses. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 16-20, 1997, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Diastematomyelia. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Poster Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Unilateral Hemilaminectomy in Spinal Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Poster Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Tethered Cord Syndrome. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Kontaş O, Tucer B, Menkü A, Tümtürk F: A New Subgroup of Meningiomas: Case Report. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Poster Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Karaküçük Eİ, Öktem İS, Menkü A: The Effects of Methylprednisolone, Tirilazad Mesylate, and Vitamin E on Lipid Peroxidation in Experimental Spinal Cord Injury. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Syringomyelia. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B: Transcallosal Approach to Third Ventricular Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Selçuklu A: Outcome Analysis of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Infections. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Selçuklu A: Analysis of Posterior Cranial Fossa Epidural Hematomas. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Long-Term Follow-up of Patients with Chiari Malformation Type 1. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Effectiveness of Various Surgical Techniques in the Treatment of Spinal Cord Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Role of Stereotactic Biopsy in Brain Tumor Diagnosis. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Evaluation of Surgical Approaches in Aneurysm Cases. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Pediatric Neurosurgery Cases: A Retrospective Analysis. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Treatment and Follow-up of Hydrocephalus Patients. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Long-Term Results of Spinal Cord Decompression Surgeries. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Postoperative Outcomes of Brainstem Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Surgical Treatment of Cervical Spine Fractures. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Factors Affecting Survival in Glioblastoma Patients. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Analysis of Cranial Trauma Cases in a Neurosurgical Unit. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Clinical and Radiological Findings in Pituitary Adenomas. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: The Role of Endoscopic Surgery in Neurosurgery. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Surgical Approaches to Pineal Region Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Neurosurgical Interventions in Pediatric Epilepsy. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Evaluation of Postoperative Complications in Spinal Surgeries. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Koç RK, Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Outcome of Patients with Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Neurosurgical Management of Intramedullary Spinal Cord Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Koç RK, Menkü A, Tucer B, Kontaş O: Surgical Strategies in Complex Cranial Base Tumors. Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, May 15-19, 1998, Antalya (Oral Presentation)

VI- Book

A- Contribution at the Chapter Level (National)

Öktem İS: Head Trauma. Sözüer E (ed), Emergency Aid and Trauma Handbook.
Feryal Printing, Ankara, 1977, pp. 120-150.

Öktem S, Menkü A: Spinal Neuroendoscopy. Aksoy K, Palaoğlu S, Pamir N, Tuncer (Eds). Basic Neurosurgery. Ankara, Buluş, 2005, pp. 1021-1025.

Öktem İS, Kamaşak K, Doğu Y: Head Trauma. Sözüer E, İkizceli İ (Eds), Trauma Handbook. Nobel Bookstore, Adana, 2011, pp. 451-491.

Öktem İS: Cranial Dermal Sinus. Baykaner MK, Erşahin Y, Mutluer MS, Özek MM (Eds), Pediatric Neurosurgery. Ankara, Buluş, 2014, pp. 361-364.

Öktem İS: Mechanism and Pathophysiology of Head Trauma. Baykaner MK, Erşahin Y, Mutluer MS, Özek MM (Eds), Pediatric Neurosurgery. Ankara, Buluş, 2014, pp. 689-695.

Öktem İS: Pathophysiology and Biomechanics of Pediatric Spinal Trauma. Baykaner MK, Erşahin Y, Mutluer MS, Özek MM (Eds), Pediatric Neurosurgery. Ankara, Buluş, 2014, pp. 749-754.

Şahin A, Öktem İS: Neural Tube Defects. Küçük A (Ed), General Neurosurgery Textbook. Kimlik Publishing, Kayseri, 2022, pp. 69-84.

Durmuş NA, Öktem İS: Benign Intracranial Cysts. Küçük A (Ed), General Neurosurgery Textbook. Kimlik Publishing, Kayseri, 2022, pp. 85-98.

Şahin A, Öktem İS: Craniosynostosis. Küçük A (Ed), General Neurosurgery Textbook. Kimlik Publishing, Kayseri, 2022, pp. 122-133.

Durmuş NA, Öktem İS: Hydrocephalus. Küçük A (Ed), General Neurosurgery Textbook. Kimlik Publishing, Kayseri, 2022, pp. 137-159.

Şahin A, Öktem S: How to Perform Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Surgery? Avcı E (Ed), Basic Neurosurgery, Ankara, Buluş, 2023, pp. 1917-1923.

Contribution as a Special Issue Editor in a Journal (National)

Editor of the Special Issue on Neurosurgery-Hydrocephalus, Türkiye Klinikleri, Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015.

Contribution as a Book Editor (National)

Basic Neurosurgery, Turkish Neurosurgery Association Publications, No:29, Pediatric Neurosurgery Section Editor, 2023.

EDUCATION, ADMINISTRATIVE, AND SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITIES

I- Invited Speaker

A- At National Congresses, Conferences, and Symposiums

• May 11-12, 1996: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, and Kayseri Health Directorate, "Postgraduate First Aid and Emergency Course," Kayseri.

• October 9, 2000: Workshop on "Navigation Applications in Neurosurgery," Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department, Kayseri.

• April 4, 2002: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine / Postgraduate Education Program
  Panel: Neural Tube Defects

  • Prof. Dr. M. Adnan Öztürk
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Deniz Demirci
  • Asst. Prof. Dr. M. Hakan Poyrazoğlu

• January 23, 2003: Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine / Postgraduate Education Program
  Panel: Complications of Sinusitis

  • Prof. Dr. Yaşar Ünlü
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem

• September 25-28, 2003: IV. Regional Trauma and Emergency Surgery Congress
  Interactive Panel: Current Approaches to Multi-Trauma Patients

  • Moderator: Prof. Dr. Recep Güloğlu
  • Prof. Dr. Ali Baktır
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fahri Oğuzkaya
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
  • Asst. Prof. Dr. İbrahim İkizceli

• April 13-17, 2005: 13th National Neonatology Congress, Kayseri
  Panel: Post-Hemorrhagic Hydrocephalus

  • Prof. Dr. Nihal Oygür
  • Prof. Dr. Barboros Ilıkkan
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem

• April 27-30, 2005: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
  Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course III Term - II Course, Kayseri

  • Topic Presented: Visual Pathway Tumors

• April 27-30, 2005: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
  Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course III Term - II Course, Kayseri

  • Topic Presented: Neuronavigation

• June 14-17, 2005: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association – Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
  40th Trauma and Resuscitation Course, Kayseri

  • Topic Presented: Head Trauma

• December 13-16, 2005: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
  Standard Trauma and Resuscitation Course

  • Topic Presented: Head Trauma

• April 6-9, 2006: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
  Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course III Term - III Course, Malatya

  • Topics Presented:
    • Post-Traumatic Epilepsy / Carotid Cavernous Fistula
    • Cranial Tuberculosis Infections

• May 15-18, 2006: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
  Standard Trauma and Resuscitation Course

  • Topic Presented: Head Trauma

• December 5-8, 2006: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
  Standard Trauma and Resuscitation Course

  • Topic Presented: Head Trauma

• April 5-8, 2007: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
  Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course, Mersin

  • Topics Presented:
    • General Overview of Spinal and Cranial Dysraphism
    • Shunt Systems

• April 20-24, 2007: Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress, Antalya
  Panel: Advances in Cranial Neuroendoscopy

  • Speakers:
    • Prof. Dr. Yusuf Erşahin
    • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ağahan Ünlü
    • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem

• December 4-7, 2007: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
  Standard Trauma and Resuscitation Course

  • Topic Presented: Head Trauma

• May 25-27, 2007: 2nd Hydrocephalus Symposium, Izmir

  • Topic Presented: Treatment of Intraventricular Hemorrhage in Premature Infants
  • Panel: How Do I Place a Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt?
    • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
    • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Çağatay Önal
    • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ağahan Ünlü

    • April 3-6, 2008: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
      Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course IV Term - I Course, Antalya
      Topic Presented:

      • Spinal Dysraphism and Neuroendoscopy Applications

    • May 7-10, 2008: 2nd National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Congress, Kayseri
      Panel: Current Approaches to Spinal Trauma

      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
      • Prof. Dr. Haluk Yalçınkaya
      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Osman Akpinar

    • October 21-23, 2008: 8th National Neurosurgery Congress, Ankara
      Panel: Cranial and Spinal Tumors in Children

      • Prof. Dr. Recep Güloğlu
      • Prof. Dr. Savaş Aydar
      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem

    • May 18-21, 2010: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
      Trauma and Resuscitation Course
      Topic Presented:

      • Head Trauma and Neurosurgical Approaches

    • October 10-14, 2010: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
      Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course, Antalya
      Topic Presented:

      • Spinal and Cranial Dysraphism and Current Approaches

    • November 23-26, 2011: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
      Trauma and Resuscitation Course
      Topic Presented:

      • Spinal Trauma and Surgical Approaches

    • April 23-26, 2013: 4th National Pediatric Neurosurgery Congress, Kayseri
      Panel: Cranial and Spinal Tumors in Children

      • Prof. Dr. Recep Güloğlu
      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem

    • December 4-7, 2013: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
      Trauma and Resuscitation Course
      Topic Presented:

      • Cranial and Spinal Trauma

    • May 19-21, 2015: Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
      Pediatric Neurosurgery Training Course, Kayseri
      Topic Presented:

      • The Role of Neuroimaging in Pediatric Neurosurgery

    • April 27-30, 2017: National Pediatric Neurosurgery Congress, Antalya
      Panel: Advances in Cranial and Spinal Surgery

      • Prof. Dr. Yusuf Erşahin
      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem

    • November 5-8, 2019: National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
      Advanced Trauma and Resuscitation Course
      Topic Presented:

      • Management of Multi-Trauma Patients

    • December 10-13, 2020: National Pediatric Neurosurgery Congress, Antalya
      Panel: Pediatric Cranial and Spinal Surgery

      • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suat Öktem
      • Prof. Dr. Şahin Gürlek

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    II- Administrative and Scientific Activities

    A- Administrative Experience

    • 2005-Present: Head of the Neurosurgery Department, Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
    • 2010-2015: Director, Kayseri Neurosurgery Education and Research Hospital
    • 2015-Present: Director, Pediatric Neurosurgery Training and Research Center, Erciyes University
    • 2019-Present: Chair, Neurosurgical Trauma and Emergency Care Committee, Turkish Neurosurgery Association

    B- Scientific and Academic Memberships

    • 1995-Present: Turkish Neurosurgery Association
    • 2001-Present: European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
    • 2004-Present: World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS)
    • 2010-Present: Pediatric Neurosurgery Group, Turkish Neurosurgery Association
    • 2015-Present: Scientific Committee Member, Turkish Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association

    C- Editorial Board Membership

    • 2010-Present: Editor, Turkish Journal of Neurosurgery
    • 2014-Present: Associate Editor, Journal of Pediatric Neurosurgery
    • 2016-Present: Editorial Board Member, Turkish Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery

    D- National and International Research Projects

    • 2005-2007: "The Role of Neuronavigation in Pediatric Neurosurgery," funded by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK).
    • 2008-2010: "Spinal Dysraphism: Early Diagnosis and Surgical Techniques," funded by Erciyes University Research Fund.
    • 2013-2016: "Traumatic Brain Injury: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approaches," supported by the Turkish Health Ministry.
    • 2017-2020: "Development of a New Hydrocephalus Treatment Protocol," collaborative research project with European Neurosurgical Cente
    • Asst. Prof. Dr. Adnan Dağçınar

    • Congress Organizing Committee

      Prof. Dr. Aydın Paşaoğlu Neurosurgery Days-I
      March 02-03, 2018, Kayseri

      Organizing Committee:
      Prof. Dr. Ali KURTSOY
      Prof. Dr. Ahmet SELÇUKLU
      Prof. Dr. İ. Suat ÖKTEM
      Prof. Dr. R. Kemal KOÇ
      Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulfettah TÜMTÜRK
      Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmet KÜÇÜK
      Asst. Prof. Dr. Halil ULUTABANCA

      Prof. Dr. Aydın Paşaoğlu Neurosurgery Days-II
      April 20, 2019, Kayseri

      Organizing Committee:
      Prof. Dr. Ali KURTSOY
      Prof. Dr. Ahmet SELÇUKLU
      Prof. Dr. İ. Suat ÖKTEM
      Prof. Dr. R. Kemal KOÇ
      Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulfettah TÜMTÜRK
      Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmet KÜÇÜK
      Asst. Prof. Dr. Halil ULUTABANCA

      Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      September 30 - October 03, 2021, Belek, Antalya
      Congress Organizing Committee / Congress Secretary

      Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      November 24-27, 2022, Belek, Antalya
      Congress Organizing Committee

      Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      April 27-30, 2023, Belek, Antalya
      Congress Organizing Committee

      V- Theses Supervised

      A- Doctorate

      • Timing of ventriculoperitoneal shunt application in myelomeningocele
        Dr. Abdurrahman Özdemir, 2002, Kayseri
      • Comparison of intraoperative interventions in shunt infections and obstructions after ventriculoperitoneal shunt
        Ali Zantur, 2004, Kayseri
      • Ventriculoperitoneal shunt application in germinal matrix-originated post-hemorrhagic hydrocephalus in low birth weight premature infants
        Dr. Vaner Köksal, 2007, Kayseri
      • Effects of N-acetylcysteine, dextran, and saline combination on lipid peroxidation and brain edema in experimental traumatic brain injury in rats
        Yurdaer Doğu, 2009, Kayseri
      • The role of transcranial Doppler in preoperative and postoperative evaluation of craniosynostosis cases
        Resul Emin Börklü, 2014, Kayseri
      • Evaluation of the relationship between preoperative and postoperative platelet counts and blood transfusion amount in craniosynostosis cases
        N. Alper Durmuş, 2020, Kayseri

      Main Research Works

      Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Koç K, Menkü A, Tucer B, Selçuklu A, Turan C: Migration of abdominal catheter of ventriculoperitoneal shunt into the scrotum. Acta Neurochir 140:167-170, 1998

      Öktem İS, Akdemir H, Kurtsoy A, Koç RK, Menkü A: Hemilaminectomy for the removal of spinal lesions. Spinal Cord 38:92-96, 2000
      Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Tucer B, Menkü A, Başaslan K, Günaldı Ö: Intraoperative Microvascular Doppler Sonography in Aneurysm Surgery. Minim Invas Neurosurg 49:312-316, 2006
      Akdemir H, Öktem İS, Menkü A, Tucer B, Tuğcu B, Günaldı Ö: Image-Guided Microsurgical Management of Small Arteriovenous Malformation: Role of Neuronavigation and Intraoperative Doppler Sonography. Minim Invas Neurosurg 50:163-169, 2007
      Öktem İS, Menkü A, Özdemir A: When should ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement be performed in cases with myelomeningocele and hydrocephalus?. Turkish Neurosurg 18:387-91, 2008

      Other Official Activities
      President of the Administrative Board of Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
      October 24, 2005 - September 10, 2008

      Administrative Roles
      Vice Chief Physician of Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine Hospitals
      August 24, 2004 - September 10, 2008

      Chair of the Neurosurgery Department at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
      2006-2009, 2014-2015, 2019-2024

      Faculty Council Member (Professor Representative), Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
      2011-2014, 2014-2017

      Executive Board Member (Professor Representative), Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
      2011-2014

      Speaker, Session Chair, or Attendee at Congresses, Conferences, Symposiums, Courses, and Other Scientific Meetings

      • 1996 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • International Bakırköy Days
      • 1996 Post-Graduation First Aid and Emergency Course
      • 1997 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 1998 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 1998 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 1998 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Autumn Symposium
      • 1999 World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Course
      • 2000 "Navigation Applications in Neurosurgery" Workshop, Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine Neurosurgery Department, Kayseri
      • 2001 World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies, Australasia
      • 2002 Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine/Post-Graduation Education Program
      • 2003 Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine/Post-Graduation Education Program
      • 2003 Hacettepe University Continuing Medical Education Events
      • 2003 Regional Trauma and Emergency Surgery Congress
      • 2003 Turkish Neurosurgery Association, Pediatric Neurosurgery Group, Three-Year II. Education Course (2nd time)
      • 2004 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2004 Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education Department "Educational Skills Course," Kayseri
      • International Symposium on Microneurosurgical Anatomy
      • 2005 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2005 National Neonatology Congress
      • 2005 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2005 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course, Course Director
      • 2005 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course I
      • 2005 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course II
      • 2006 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2006 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2006 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course
      • 2006 Turkish Neurosurgery Association (Trauma and Intensive Care) Symposium
      • 2007 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2007 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2007 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course
      • 2007 Hydrocephalus Symposium, İzmir
      • 2007 Gevher Nesibe Medical Days
      • 2008 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2008 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2008 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course I
      • 2008 National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association Trauma and Resuscitation Course II
      • 2009 Turkish Neurosurgery Association 23rd Scientific Congress
      • 2009 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2008 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Teaching and Education Summit
      • 2009 Nervous System Surgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2009 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Teaching and Education Summit
      • 2010 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2010 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
      • 2010 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Stereotactic Workshop
      • 2010 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Teaching and Education Summit
      • 2010 Pediatric and Adolescent Neurology Spring Symposium
      • 2011 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2011 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2012 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2013 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2013 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2013 International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery, Mainz – Germany
      • 2013 Traffic Safety Seminar
      • 2014 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2014 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2015 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2015 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2015 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy I. Meeting
      • 2015 International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery, İzmir – Turkey
      • 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy 2nd Meeting
      • 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Basic Neurosurgery Course
      • 2017 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2017 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2017 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy 3rd Conference
      • 2017 Turkish Neurosurgery Association SPSCG Winter Meeting
      • 2017 Turkish Neurosurgery Association TURNOG Workshop
      • 2018 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2018 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2018 Prof. Dr. Aydın Paşaoğlu Neurosurgery Days – I
      • 2018 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy 4th Conference
      • 2019 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2019 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2019 Prof. Dr. Aydın Paşaoğlu Neurosurgery Days – II
      • 2019 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy Scientific Conference
      • 2020 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2022 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2022 Turkish Neurosurgery Academy Academic Writing Education Course
      • 2023 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2023 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course
      • 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Scientific Congress
      • 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association / Pediatric Neurosurgery Education Course

The application of Botulinum toxin (botox) to the stomach is a relatively new weight loss method based on the endoscopic injection of Botulinum toxin into certain parts of the stomach. Gastric botox, which provides "weight loss" without the need for surgical intervention, is the most preferred among the non-surgical slimming options.

Who is Stomach Botox suitable for?

Stomach botox can actually be applied to anyone who wants to lose weight. This procedure is not an obesity surgery. Our patients who meet the following criteria can choose it.

Our patients, who cannot lose weight properly with diet and sports,

Our patients with a body mass index below 40,

For our patients with stomach ulcers or gastritis, they can have stomach botox after the treatment process is completed.

Who can't be applied stomach botox?

Like every application, there are people who should not be treated with stomach botox. Stomach botox should not be applied to cancer patients, especially pregnant women, those who are undergoing cancer treatment, those who have had recent surgery and those who have gastrointestinal system diseases. Also; It is not recommended to apply stomach botox alone to people whose body mass index is above 35 kg/m2. Because it will not be appropriate to reduce the targeted weight only with stomach botox, combined treatments or bariatric surgery will be more suitable for these patients.

Cheek Implants (Malar Augmentation): Enhancing Facial Contours for a Youthful Look

Introduction

Cheek implants, also known as malar augmentation, are a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to enhance the shape and definition of the cheeks. This procedure is ideal for individuals who have flat or sunken cheeks due to aging, genetics, or weight loss. By adding volume to the midface, cheek implants create a more youthful and balanced appearance.

Why Consider Cheek Implants?

The structure of the face changes over time due to aging, loss of collagen, and fat redistribution. These changes can lead to a sunken or hollow look in the midface region. Some people naturally have less prominent cheekbones, making their facial features appear less defined. Cheek implants offer a long-lasting solution to enhance facial contours and restore lost volume.

Types of Cheek Implants

There are different types of cheek implants, each designed to address specific concerns:

• Malar Implants: Placed directly on the cheekbones to create more definition and prominence.

• Submalar Implants: Positioned below the cheekbones to restore volume to the midface and improve a hollow appearance.

• Combined Implants: A combination of both malar and submalar implants for a more comprehensive enhancement.

The Procedure

Cheek augmentation with implants is typically performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. The surgeon makes small incisions inside the mouth (intraoral approach) or along the lower eyelid (transcutaneous approach) to insert the implants. The implants, made from biocompatible materials such as silicone or porous polyethylene, are carefully positioned and secured to achieve the desired shape.

The procedure generally takes about one to two hours, depending on the complexity. Once the implants are placed, the incisions are closed with dissolvable stitches.

Recovery and Aftercare

Following the procedure, patients can expect some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort for the first few days. Most individuals can return to work within a week, but full recovery may take several weeks. Postoperative care includes:

• Keeping the head elevated to minimize swelling

• Avoiding strenuous activities for at least two weeks

• Following the surgeon’s dietary and hygiene instructions if the incision was made inside the mouth

• Attending follow-up appointments to monitor healing

Benefits of Cheek Implants

• Long-Lasting Results: Unlike dermal fillers, which require regular maintenance, cheek implants provide a permanent solution.

• Natural-Looking Enhancement: Well-placed implants can create a naturally contoured face.

• Customizable Options: Various sizes and shapes are available to meet individual aesthetic goals.

• Minimally Visible Scars: With incisions made inside the mouth or discreetly along the lower eyelid, scarring is minimal.

Potential Risks and Considerations

As with any surgical procedure, cheek augmentation carries some risks, including:

• Infection

• Implant displacement

• Nerve damage leading to temporary numbness

• Asymmetry

• Prolonged swelling

Choosing an experienced and board-certified surgeon significantly reduces these risks and ensures optimal results.

Alternatives to Cheek Implants

For those who want to enhance their cheeks without surgery, non-invasive alternatives include:

• Dermal Fillers: Hyaluronic acid or calcium hydroxylapatite-based fillers can add volume temporarily.

• Fat Grafting: A natural alternative using the patient’s own fat harvested from another area of the body.

• Thread Lifts: A minimally invasive procedure that lifts and contours the cheeks with dissolvable threads.

Who is an Ideal Candidate?

The best candidates for cheek implants are individuals who:

• Desire permanent cheek enhancement

• Have a weak or flat midface structure

• Are in good overall health

• Have realistic expectations about the results

Conclusion

Cheek implants are a highly effective way to achieve a defined and youthful facial structure. Whether to restore lost volume or enhance natural contours, malar augmentation provides a permanent solution for a well-proportioned and aesthetically pleasing look. Consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon is essential to determine the best approach for achieving your aesthetic goals.

How to Improve Egg Productivity & Quality

Fertility is a crucial aspect of reproductive health, and for women, egg productivity and quality play a vital role in conception. The number and quality of eggs naturally decline with age, but various lifestyle changes, diet improvements, and medical interventions can help maintain and enhance ovarian health. Whether you are planning for pregnancy now or preserving fertility for the future, here are some effective ways to boost egg productivity and quality.

1. Maintain a Balanced and Nutrient-Rich Diet

What you eat directly impacts your reproductive health. A fertility-friendly diet should include:

• Antioxidants: Found in berries, nuts, and leafy greens, antioxidants help protect eggs from oxidative stress.

• Healthy Fats: Avocados, olive oil, and nuts support hormonal balance and egg cell membrane integrity.

• Protein Sources: Include lean meats, fish, eggs, and plant-based proteins like beans and lentils to promote healthy egg development.

• Folic Acid & B Vitamins: Essential for cell division and DNA synthesis. Found in leafy greens, citrus fruits, and fortified grains.

• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Found in salmon, flaxseeds, and walnuts, they enhance egg quality and overall reproductive health.

2. Stay Hydrated

Drinking enough water is essential for circulation and nutrient transport to the ovaries. Dehydration can negatively affect egg development and hormone production.

3. Maintain a Healthy Weight

Being overweight or underweight can disrupt hormonal balance and ovulation. Maintaining a BMI within a healthy range supports regular ovulation and egg maturation.

4. Reduce Stress Levels

Chronic stress increases cortisol levels, which can interfere with reproductive hormones and egg development. Stress management techniques include:

• Meditation & Yoga: Help regulate stress hormones and improve blood flow to reproductive organs.

• Regular Exercise: Moderate physical activity boosts circulation and hormone regulation.

• Adequate Sleep: 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night supports hormone balance and overall health.

5. Avoid Toxins and Harmful Substances

• Reduce Caffeine & Alcohol: Excessive intake can negatively affect fertility.

• Quit Smoking: Smoking accelerates ovarian aging and reduces egg quality.

• Limit Exposure to Environmental Toxins: Pesticides, plastics (BPA), and heavy metals can harm egg health. Opt for organic foods and use BPA-free products.

6. Take Fertility-Boosting Supplements

Certain vitamins and supplements can enhance egg quality:

• Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10): Improves egg cell energy and mitochondrial function.

• Vitamin D: Supports ovarian function and hormonal balance.

• Zinc & Selenium: Help protect eggs from oxidative stress and improve overall reproductive health.

• DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone): A precursor hormone that can help improve ovarian reserve in some cases (consult a doctor before use).

7. Consider Medical Interventions if Necessary

If you are struggling with fertility issues, consult a specialist who may recommend:

• Hormonal Therapy: Helps regulate ovulation and improve egg development.

• Ovulation Induction Medications: Clomiphene citrate or Letrozole can stimulate egg production.

• IVF (In Vitro Fertilization): If natural conception is difficult, IVF can retrieve multiple eggs for fertilization.

• PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Therapy: An emerging treatment that may help rejuvenate ovarian function.

8. Monitor Your Ovarian Reserve

Regular fertility check-ups can help assess egg quality and quantity. Tests such as:

• AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) Test: Measures ovarian reserve.

• FSH & Estradiol Tests: Assess ovarian function and hormone levels.

• Antral Follicle Count (AFC) via Ultrasound: Provides insights into egg supply.

Conclusion

Improving egg productivity and quality requires a holistic approach that includes a healthy diet, lifestyle adjustments, and, if needed, medical assistance. By adopting these strategies, you can enhance your fertility potential and increase your chances of a successful pregnancy. If you are planning for the future, consider consulting a fertility specialist for personalized guidance on preserving and optimizing your reproductive health.