Surgery Doctors in test — Page 13

Dr. Nivit Karla specializes in cardiology interventions with extensive training at Rajavithi Hospital.

• Trained in cardiology intervention at Rajavithi Hospital
• Graduated from Siriraj Medical School, Mahidol University
• Fluent in English and Thai

Professor Kyzas leads in Head and Neck Surgery, pioneering 3D PSP reconstructive techniques with the highest success rates in the UK.

• Specializes in microvascular free tissue transfer for complex reconstructions
• Principal Investigator for international trials on laser resection in cancer
• Editor in Chief of the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Recipient of the Bronze National Clinical Excellence Award

Prof. Mehmet Tahir Oruç specializes in complex abdominal surgeries with advanced laparoscopic training at top international centers like University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

• Over 37 years of experience of surgical experience with focus on oncology
• Trained in laparoscopic techniques in Scotland and Austria
• Former Chief of Clinic at major Turkish research hospitals
• Professor at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine

Specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgery using robotic and VATS techniques – known for faster recovery with small incisions at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expert in robotic thoracic surgery with da Vinci Xi system
• Performs complex pulmonary and mediastinal resections
• Skilled in uniportal VATS for reduced scarring
• Offers sternochondroplasty including Nuss procedure

Specializing in minimally invasive pediatric surgery, Dr. Dobritoiu ensures rapid recovery with less trauma for young patients.

• Expert in thoracoscopic and laparoscopic techniques
• Extensive experience treating congenital malformations
• Author of multiple scientific papers on pediatric surgery
• Active member of professional medical societies

Dr. Dogan Erdogan brings over 31 years of experience of cardiology expertise, including advanced training at Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab.

• Associate professor at Başkent University Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in comprehensive cardiac diagnostic and surgical procedures
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Istanbul University and Mayo Clinic
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Dr. Rafał Marszałek serves as Head of the General Surgery Department at Legionowo Hospital. This facility is affiliated with the Military Medical Institute in Poland. He specializes in laparoscopic surgery for bariatric, oncologic, and general conditions. Dr. Marszałek centers his practice on minimally invasive techniques to speed up recovery.

• Leads a department that performs a high annual volume of surgical procedures.
• Performs gastric sleeve and metabolic surgery for long-term weight loss.
• Treats inguinal and umbilical hernias using laparoscopic repair methods.
• Provides surgical treatment for thyroid, breast, and gallbladder diseases.

Dr. Ik-beom Shin is a breast and thyroid surgeon at Seoul Miz Hospital. He is a recognized specialist in thyroid and endocrine surgery. Dr. Shin authored a pioneering study on gasless BABA robotic thyroidectomy. This research was published in the journal Surgical Endoscopy. He holds dual fellowships from Haeundae Paik Hospital and Seoul National University Hospital.

• Certified in breast and thyroid ultrasound by the Korean Society of Surgical Ultrasound.
• Expert in BABA robotic thyroidectomy and ultrasound-guided diagnostics.
• Lifetime member of the Korean Thyroid Association and the Korean Surgical Society.
• Regular member of the Korean Breast Cancer Society.

Dr. Iulian Gherman specializes in minimally invasive orthopedic surgeries at Ponderas Academic Hospital, focusing on joint preservation and faster recovery.

• Expert in hip and knee replacements with modern techniques
• Handles complex cases including traumatic injuries and oncological orthopedic procedures
• Advocates for patient-centered approaches in musculoskeletal treatments
• Performs arthroscopies for meniscus tears and ligament injuries

Dr. Bekar specializes in thoracic surgery with extensive experience in lung cancer and complex chest conditions. Performs a wide range of procedures at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Expertise in surgical treatments for lung cancer and bronchiectasis
• Skilled in managing pleural effusion and diaphragm conditions
• Member of Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery and other key professional groups
• Specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgery techniques

Dr. Park Sundo is a specialist in gastrointestinal and general surgery at Naeun Hospital. His expertise includes colorectal, proctology, breast, thyroid, laparoscopic, biliary, pancreatic, and pediatric surgery.

Key treatments include proctologic surgery, such as hemorrhoidectomy and care for hemorrhoids and anal fistula. He performs laparoscopic surgery for gallstones (cholelithiasis) and appendicitis. His oncology care covers gastric and colorectal cancer. He also performs hernia repair. Breast and thyroid care includes treatment of tumors and Mammotome biopsy. He treats varicose veins and severe burns. Pediatric surgery includes hernia repair and general pediatric procedures.

Dr. Yu Yeonghun is a gastrointestinal surgeon with a Ph.D. in Medicine. He specializes in hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) diseases and cancers. His focus includes liver, pancreas, biliary tract, and gallbladder cancers, as well as cholelithiasis and other gallbladder diseases.

He completed his internship and general surgery residency at CHA Bundang Medical Center. He then finished an HPB surgery fellowship at Samsung Medical Center. He has served as Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at Konkuk University Choongju Hospital and at Samsung Medical Center. He later became Professor of Surgery at Eulji University Hospital.

He is a Lifetime Member of The Korean Surgical Society and the Korean Association of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery (KAHBPS). He serves on the KAHBPS Planning Committee and Tumor Registry Committee.

Dr. Kim Taekhyeon is a gastrointestinal surgeon and the Chief of Gastrointestinal Surgery at Naeun Hospital. He received his M.D. and M.S. from Chung-Ang University College of Medicine. He completed an internship at Sungae Hospital and a general surgery residency at Chung-Ang University Hospital. He then finished a fellowship in gastrointestinal surgery at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital. He previously served as an attending surgeon at Gwangmyeong Sungae Hospital.

His research covers survivin and HSP90 in colorectal cancer, second primary cancers in patients with gastric cancer, and Borrmann type IV gastric carcinoma. He reported outcomes of laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal inguinal hernia repair in 92 cases. His clinical practice includes cancers and diseases of the stomach, esophagus, and small bowel. He also treats hernias, gallstones and cholecystitis, appendicitis, anal disease, varicose veins, and burns.

Specializes in complex neurosurgical oncology and spine surgeries with extensive fellowship training in the US.

• Trained in minimally invasive techniques at Case Western Reserve University
• Fellowship in skull base surgery at LSUHSC
• Head of Neurosurgery at German Medical Institute
• Board-certified in Neurosurgery in Germany