Berk travelled in Spring 2024 to Portland from Istanbul, Turkey, drawn to OHSU by Dr. Alkayed’s cardiovascular research. Berk completed his medical training at Namik Kemal University in Tekirdag, Turkey and was most recently employed as an Emergency Physician at Muratli State Hospital in Tekirdag. Berk’s hobbies include music and fitness. He is a semi-professional saxophone player and has performed many concerts with various bands in Turkey. He is also an unofficial kickboxing instructor and holds certificates in fitness education.