Surgery Doctors in test — Page 8

Prof. Alper Toker specializes in advanced thoracic surgery as Head of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Focused on robotic and complex thoracic procedures
• Former President of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Recognized with multiple awards for thoracic surgery research
• Trained at leading institutions including West Virginia University

Specializes in breast and thyroid surgery with training at MDA Cancer Center in Houston and Lille University Hospital in France.

• 33 years of experience of experience in general and breast surgery
• Trained in lymphatic mapping and sentinel node techniques
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital and other leading centers
• Expert in diagnosis and monitoring with sophisticated techniques

Specializes in ocular oncology – Dr. Tuncer is experienced in radioactive plate treatment for intraocular tumors at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with 24 years of experience of experience
• Executive Board Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology Oncology Unit
• Editorial Board Member of Turkish Journal of Ophthalmology
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and International Society of Ocular Oncology

41 years of experience specializing in minimally invasive endoscopic surgeries – Dr. Rosen combines precision surgery with deep gastroenterology expertise at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Expert in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy for digestive disorders
• Performs advanced endoscopic resections for gastrointestinal cancers
• Pioneered less invasive methods to reduce recovery times
• Member of leading medical institutions in Vienna

Fellowship-trained at St. Mark's Hospital in London – a world leader in colorectal surgery. Professor Tulchinsky directs the unit at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Over 35 years of experience of professional surgical experience
• Chairman of the Israeli Society for Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Performs minimally invasive laparoscopic bowel resections
• Expert in restorative surgeries for inflammatory bowel diseases

Specializes in chest diseases and thoracic surgery with leadership roles at top Turkish hospitals.

• Over 42 years of experience of experience in pulmonary medicine and thoracic surgery
• Former Chief Physician and Chief of Chest Diseases Clinic at Heybeliada Hospital
• Served as Dean at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Dr. Greenberg heads the Colorectal Surgery Department at Sourasky Medical Center – a top specialist in both minimally invasive and Whipple surgery.

• Over 35 years of experience of experience in complex abdominal procedures
• Specializes in advanced techniques for colorectal conditions
• Leads a dedicated department at Israel's leading hospital
• Expert in both open and minimally invasive methods

Specialized in microvascular oncological reconstruction at MD Anderson Cancer Center – Dr. Barnea Yoav brings advanced techniques to Sourasky Medical Center.

• Director of Plastic Surgery and Breast Reconstruction Services
• Published 47 research papers in reputable journals
• Member of World Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery
• Fellowship-trained in microvascular techniques

Professor Dan Grisaro is a leading specialist in gynecological oncology, focusing on ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Head of the department of obstetrics and gynecology at Sourasky Medical Center
• Specialized in gynecologic oncology at the University of Toronto
• Published 83 scientific articles and gave 39 conference presentations
• Member of multiple prestigious gynecologic oncology societies

Professor Shlomi Constantini is a leading neurosurgeon in Israel, specializing in pediatric and adult neurosurgery with advanced training across Europe.

• Expert in microsurgical and neuroendoscopic techniques
• Specializes in brain and spine tumors in children
• Recipient of multiple prestigious neurosurgery awards
• Active member of international neurosurgical societies
• Conducts research in neuroendoscopy and pediatric brain conditions

Dr. Cakar combines academic expertise with clinical practice in pediatric surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specializes in pediatric abdominal and colorectal surgeries
• Member of Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Urology Associations
• University lecturer at Karabük University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in newborn resuscitation and pediatric intensive care

Dr. Zvi Lidar is one of Israel's most renowned neurosurgeons, specializing in minimally invasive spinal surgeries for adults and children.

• Certified for surgical treatment in both Israel and the USA
• Author of 30+ scientific papers on spinal surgery
• Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical and spine societies
• Graduated from Tel Aviv University and trained in the USA and Japan

Univ. Prof. Dr. Robert Schmidhammer is a leading expert in microsurgery and nerve reconstruction, specializing in restoring function after severe injuries.

• Over 39 years of experience of experience in trauma and reconstructive surgery
• Heads the Laboratory for Nerve Regeneration and Tissue Engineering
• Develops innovative microsurgical techniques for nerve repair
• Teaches next-generation surgeons at the Medical University of Vienna

Prof. Neumayer is a leading expert in vascular and endovascular surgery with decades of experience in arterial, venous, and aortic procedures.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques like EVAR/TEVAR and stent grafting
• Former Head of Vascular Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna
• Pioneered modern vascular surgery methods in Austria
• Authored numerous peer-reviewed publications on vascular conditions

Prof. Shimon Rochkind is a leading neurosurgeon specializing in peripheral nerve microsurgery, with over 47 years of experience of experience at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Trained in pediatric neurosurgery at Canada's Hospital for Sick Children
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for spinal and nerve disorders
• Uses modern laser and bioengineering technologies for safer surgeries
• Heads the Israeli Society of Laser Neurotechnologies

Dr. Lubezky is a leading expert in liver surgery at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), dedicated to delivering high-quality surgical care.

• Specializes in complex liver procedures
• Recognized for leadership in surgical units
• Extensive expertise in liver-related surgeries

Dr. Aylin Koc Akbay specializes in eye health, offering a range of treatments and surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Trained in ophthalmology at Marmara University
• Member of prestigious societies including AAO and ESCRS
• Expert in cataract treatments and general eye care

Professor Zvi Ram heads the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) and is a leading expert in neurosurgical operations with brain mapping and deep brain stimulation.

• Specializes in minimally invasive surgery for brain and spinal cord conditions
• Expert in treating aneurysms, brain tumors, and movement disorders like Parkinson's
• Trained in image-guided neurosurgery and microsurgical techniques across Europe
• Recipient of the Borenstein Award for innovative neurology treatments

Dr. Murat Kayabalı is a vascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He performed Turkey’s first in-situ femoro-popliteal bypass and first endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). Dr. Kayabalı has completed more than 2,500 vascular operations. He is a professor at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

• Passed the European Board of Vascular Surgery examination.
• Performed 400 carotid endarterectomies and 1,000+ lower-extremity reconstructions.
• Uses hybrid procedures combining open surgery with balloon and stent interventions.
• Former board member of the Turkish Vascular Surgery Association.