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Seyda Efsun Ozgunay

Turkey

Name : Seyda Efsun Ozgunay

University : University of Health Sciences

Country : Turkey

Seyda Efsun Ozgunay is a highly experienced anesthesiology and reanimation specialist with 23 years of practice. Additionally, they have been practicing acupuncture for 20 years and professional hypnosis for 10 years. Notably, they serve as an instructor in the Ministry of Health certificate program in Hypnosis. They have presented talks and studies at numerous scientific meetings, focusing particularly on pain, sedation, and hypnosis.

Their recent notable works include:

A study on the impact of hypnosis on intraoperative hemorrhage and postoperative pain in rhinoplasty, published in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis in 2019.
A prospective, randomized, controlled study on the effects of hypnosis on pain, anxiety, and quality of life in female patients with fibromyalgia, published in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis in 2023.
A randomized pilot study on adjuvant hypnotherapy for hyperemesis gravidarum, published in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis in 2022

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Ramirez-Ruiz

Spain

Name : Ramirez-Ruiz

University : Barcelona University

Country : Spain

Dr. Ramirez-Ruiz holds the position of Associate Professor at Barcelona University in Barcelona, Spain. In addition to her academic role, she serves as the Senior Physician in the Otorhinolaryngology Department and leads the Head and Neck Oncology Unit at Hospital Clínic. Dr. Ramirez-Ruiz specializes in robotic surgery and microsurgical reconstruction within the realm of head and neck cancer.

Her professional endeavors extend beyond clinical practice, as she actively participates in a research project focused on artificial intelligence and computer vision in surgery, in collaboration with Barcelona University. Dr. Ramirez-Ruiz’s commitment to advancing medical knowledge is evident through her multifaceted involvement in academia and research.

Furthermore, Dr. Ramirez-Ruiz contributes to the field by being an esteemed member of the committee of the Spanish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery. Additionally, she holds a membership in the Catalan Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, further emphasizing her dedication to the advancement of the specialty.

Dr. Ramirez-Ruiz’s comprehensive engagement in academia, clinical practice, and research underscores her commitment to excellence in the field of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery.

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Yusuke Watanabe

Japan

Name : Yusuke Watanabe

University : Hokkaido University Hospital

Country : Japan

Dr. Watanabe is an associate professor at Hokkaido University Hospital (Sapporo, Japan), and a deputy director of Clinical Research and Medical Innovation Center, Hokkaido University Hospital Institute of Health Science Innovation for Medical Care (HELIOS). His clinical focus is laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery. His surgical education research focuses on advanced laparoscopic suturing simulation and performance skills assessment, and decision-making during surgery. He is a SAGES ambassador and FUSE (Fundamental Use of Surgical Energy TM) champion in Japan and his current research includes analyses of surgical energy devices and surgical smoke. He is also involved in the research project on artificial intelligence and computer vision in surgery while collaborating with Japan National Cancer Center East Hospital. One of his specialties is managing the research and development of pharmaceuticals and medical devices. He is a member of the international committee and a co-chair of the medical team committee of the Japan Society for Endoscopic Surgery (JSES).