Colonoscopy Doctors in test — Page 2

Dr. Lubos Zitnan is a gastroenterologist at the National Cancer Institute in Bratislava. He specializes in the treatment of pancreatic and biliary diseases. Dr. Zitnan sits on the committee of the Slovak Gastroenterological Society. He holds several certifications in interventional and diagnostic endoscopy. He treats complex conditions like Barrett's esophagus and pancreatitis.

• Performs advanced ERCP and endosonography for bile duct disorders.
• Removes gastric and duodenal polyps using minimally invasive techniques.
• Certified in interventional colonoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
• Treats gastrointestinal cancers, ulcerative colitis, and chronic gastritis.

Dr. Juraj Letkovsky is a gastroenterologist at the National Cancer Institute in Bratislava. He specializes in the endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of digestive tract tumors. Dr. Letkovsky is a co-author of a multicenter study on colonoscopy quality in Slovakia. He also holds a PhD in internal medicine from Comenius University.

• Performs endosonography and ERCP for pancreatic and biliary diseases.
• Certified in both diagnostic and interventional esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
• Sits on the Oncology and Endoscopy committees of the Slovak Gastroenterology Society.
• Treats complex conditions like Barrett’s esophagus and ulcerative colitis.

Dr. Daniela Osuská is a gastroenterologist at the National Cancer Institute in Bratislava. She serves on the supervisory board of the Slovak Gastroenterological Society’s Oncology Section. Dr. Osuská trains other physicians in endoscopic techniques. She specializes in the early detection and treatment of gastrointestinal cancers.

• Performs gastroscopy with biopsy and removal of gastric or duodenal polyps.
• Treats complex conditions like Barrett's esophagus, pancreatitis, and ulcerative colitis.
• Educates the medical community as a member of the Section of Young Gastroenterologists.
• Presents clinical research at professional conferences throughout Slovakia and abroad.

Dr. Boris Pekárek heads the Gastroenterology Department at the National Cancer Institute in Bratislava. He specializes in the endoscopic treatment of early-stage gastrointestinal tumors. Dr. Pekárek is the current chair of the Endoscopy Section of the Slovak Gastroenterological Society. He focuses on removing lesions in the esophagus, stomach, colon, and rectum.

• Serves as a trainer of endoscopic techniques in Slovakia and abroad.
• Former chair of the Oncology Section of the Slovak Gastroenterological Society.
• Treats complex conditions like Barrett's esophagus and ulcerative colitis.
• Performs minimally invasive removal of gastric and duodenal polyps.

Dr. Zhang Rong Chun directs the gastroenterology department at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He is a leading authority in digestive endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures.

• Performed endoscopic tumor resections for gastrointestinal cancers
• Expert in diagnosing pancreatic and biliary tract diseases
• Specializes in treating acute abdominal conditions using endoscopy
• Served as a senior specialist at Xijing Hospital
• Standing committee member of the Digestive Endoscopy association

Dr. Aziz Kemal Emek is a general surgeon and surgical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in gastrointestinal surgery, focusing on liver and biliary tract tumors. Dr. Emek holds a professorship from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He performs Da Vinci robotic procedures and weight loss surgeries.

• Member of the National Surgical Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, liver cirrhosis, and ulcerative colitis.
• Performs stomach resections, esophagectomies, and robotic-assisted surgeries.
• Works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

Dr. Emine Yildirim is an associate professor of general surgery at Atlas University Hospital, Istanbul. She specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on breast cancer treatment and reconstruction. Dr. Yildirim has published over 15 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals like Academic Radiology. She holds multiple international certificates in breast cancer surgery and nipple-sparing techniques.

• Performs breast-conserving surgery, free flap reconstruction, and implant-based breast augmentation.
• Treats complex oncological conditions including thyroid, bladder, and colorectal cancers.
• Completed medical residency at Istanbul Haseki Health Application and Research Center.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital, which treats 565,000 patients annually.

Dr. Almog Ben Yaacov is a senior surgeon at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in oncological surgery and the management of complex colorectal malignancies.

• Completed advanced surgical oncology training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Expertise includes minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery for intestinal conditions
• Performs colonoscopy and colorectal procedures at a leading Israeli medical facility
• Board certified in both general surgery and surgical oncology
• Authored multiple peer-reviewed publications on surgical outcomes for abdominal cancers

Dr. Amit Tirosh is the Head of the Neuroendocrine Tumors (NET) Service at Sheba Medical Center. He is an international authority on von Hippel–Lindau (VHL) disease and hereditary tumor syndromes. Dr. Tirosh contributed to global clinical guidelines for VHL management. He also leads the Endocrine Oncology Bioinformatics Lab at Sheba.

• Contributor to the international expert panel on VHL management guidelines.
• Authored over 40 peer-reviewed papers in journals like JAMA and Gastroentrology.
• Maintains research affiliations with the NIH and the Weizmann Institute.
• Performs specialized NET treatments, including Lutetium-177 therapy and PRRT.

Dr. Einat Shacham Shmueli is a senior medical oncologist at Sheba Medical Center. She specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, treating the colon, stomach, and pancreas. Dr. Shacham Shmueli holds dual board certifications in oncology and gastroenterology. She trained at UCSF in the United States. Her clinic at Sheba Medical Center is ranked among the top 10 hospitals worldwide.

• Authored over 25 peer-reviewed publications on tumor biology and new treatments.
• Serves as an investigator for the National Cancer Institute (NCI) programs.
• Manages metastatic disease using precision diagnostics and specialized biomarkers.
• Member of the Israel Society of Oncology and Radiotherapy.

Dr. Yahya Ozel is a general surgeon at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed over 12,000 procedures during his career. Dr. Ozel specializes in bariatric, metabolic, and oncological surgery. He completed training at Tokyo University Hospital in Japan. This training focused on complex liver and pancreatic surgery.

• Performed over 5,000 bariatric and 2,500 metabolic surgeries.
• Placed more than 4,000 gastric balloons for weight loss.
• Treats gastrointestinal cancers, including stomach, colon, and liver cancer.
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate.

Dr. Bilal Ergul is a gastroenterologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He is known for performing Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) surgery. This procedure treats complex swallowing disorders without external incisions. Dr. Ergul has authored around 100 academic publications on various gastrointestinal topics.

• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for GERD and gastric polyps removal.
• Treats chronic conditions including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs esophagectomy and small intestine resections for complex cases.
• Works at an ISO-certified university hospital that treats 20,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Yuri Goldes is the Deputy Director of General Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He pioneered some of Israel’s first robotic resections for stomach and pancreatic cancers. Forbes Israel named him among the nation’s best gastrointestinal surgeons. In 2019, he received the Best Doctor of the Year award from the Israeli Ministry of Health.

• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for pancreatic, gastric, and esophageal cancers.
• Performs minimally invasive Whipple procedures, one of the most complex abdominal operations.
• Treats benign conditions including diaphragmatic hernia, achalasia, GERD, and gallbladder disease.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked among the Top 10 hospitals worldwide by Newsweek.

Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Aksoy is a radiologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in diagnostic radiology, teleradiology, and interventional radiology. Dr. Aksoy previously held an Assistant Professorship at the Istanbul University Radiology Department. He has contributed to 13 medical congresses with numerous oral and written presentations.

• Member of the European Society of Radiology and the International Society of Radiology.
• Holds certifications from the Turkish Society of Interventional Radiology.
• Performs diagnostic procedures like angiography, CT scans, and biopsies.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Professor Omer Necip Aytug is a senior gastrointestinal surgeon who leads advanced diagnostic colonoscopy at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Earned a professorship at Abant Izzet Baysal University – one of Turkey's academic medical centers
• Completed a gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University School of Medicine
• Specializes in treating complex inflammatory conditions like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
• Performs therapeutic procedures including the removal of colorectal polyps to prevent cancer
• Authors scientific articles on digestive disorders for international medical journals

Professor Zulfikar Polat leads gastroenterology services at Anadolu Medical Center in affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine. He specializes in diagnostic and interventional colonoscopy for complex intestinal diseases.

• Holds a professorship at Istanbul Aydin University and trained at Gulhane Military Medical Academy
• Published 45 research works on gastroenterology in national and international medical journals
• Member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy which sets global procedural standards
• Specializes in hepato-pancreatology and treating chronic inflammatory intestinal diseases

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir is a general surgeon at the JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in treating gastrointestinal disorders and sigmoid adenocarcinoma through advanced diagnostic and surgical procedures.

• Performed colonoscopy for cancer screening and gastrointestinal disorders for over 15 years
• Assistant Professor rank at Maltepe University – one of Turkey's academic medical schools
• Certified in da Vinci robotic surgery for high-precision abdominal operations
• Specializes in cytoreductive surgery to treat tumors within the abdominal cavity
• Member of the Surgical Oncology Society with specialized HIPEC training

Dr. Pichai Kittipanyaworakul is an internal medicine specialist, gastroenterologist, and hepatologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He holds a diploma in gastroenterology and hepatology from the prestigious Ramathibodi Hospital. Dr. Kittipanyaworakul treats digestive tract disorders and complex liver conditions. He works at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO-certified facility that treats over 100,000 patients annually.

• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection, esophagectomy, and cholecystectomy.
• Provides diagnostic expertise in gastroscopy with biopsy, colonoscopy, and Fibroscan liver imaging.
• Manages laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and laparoscopic gallbladder removal.
• Treats patients at a hospital with 26 departments and 200 resident physicians.

Dr. Ozlem Ozer Chakir is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She was named a Rising Star at the 10th Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium. Her expertise covers complex liver diseases, Crohn's disease, and Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Chakir treats patients at Turkey's first JCI-accredited smart-and-green hospital.

• Holds certificates in bariatric endoscopy from Brazil and endoscopy from South Korea.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
• Specializes in ERCP as a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology study group.
• Treats gastrointestinal polyps and ulcerative colitis using modern diagnostic tools.