MRI of one area Doctors in test — Page 10

Professor Martin Schindl specializes in hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery at Wiener Privatklinik. His work involves detailed abdominal MRI for staging complex digestive tract tumors.

• Senior Consultant at the Transplant Surgery Division of Medical University of Vienna
• Performs multivisceral resections – complex surgery to remove multiple organs
• Specialist in hepatobiliary and visceral oncology – the study of abdominal cancers
• Published research on liver regeneration and surgical oncology outcomes

Professor Kaczirek is the Deputy Head of General Surgery at Vienna General Hospital. He uses MRI of one area to plan complex surgeries for liver and digestive cancers.

• Specializes in liver resections for primary cancers, metastases, and hemangiomas
• Uses advanced laparoscopic techniques to help patients recover faster and with higher precision
• Professor of Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna
• Member of the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons
• Lead investigator in clinical trials and published researcher on endocrine tumor biology

Dr. Manfred Muehlbauer is a senior consultant neurosurgeon at Wiener Privatklinik. He uses MRI of one area to map complex brain and spinal pathologies before surgery.

• Specializes in interpreting brain and spinal MRI for microsurgical planning
• Expert in microsurgical decompression to relieve pressure on the spinal cord
• Focuses on treating herniated discs and spinal tumors with high precision
• Former specialist at Vienna General Hospital, one of Europe's largest medical centers
• Fellowship-trained in spinal microsurgery and stabilization procedures in Austria

Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz is a medical oncologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including lung, breast, and liver malignancies. He completed a fellowship at Ohio State University in the United States. Dr. Acikgoz manages treatments like chemotherapy, radioembolization, and immunotherapy.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Assistant Investigator for Phase III clinical trials, including the CheckMate-649 study.
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection at Ohio State University.
• Performs diagnostic procedures like biopsy, gastroscopy, and tumor marker testing.

Dr. Peter Bock is an associate professor at the Medical University of Vienna. He uses MRI of one area to plan complex reconstructive joint and bone surgeries.

• Senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik and Vienna General Hospital (AKH)
• Specializes in sports trauma including ACL and shoulder reconstruction
• Performs minimally invasive procedures to restore joint function
• Conducts biomechanical research to improve surgical precision and imaging accuracy
• Member of several international trauma societies and medical organizations

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

Dr. Buse Cagla Ari is an Associate Professor at the Medipol University Parkinson’s Center in Istanbul. She focuses on movement disorders, dementia, and chronic pain management. Dr. Ari is a member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society. She also serves as a peer reviewer for prestigious journals like BMC Neurology.

• Specializes in Parkinson’s disease biomarkers and restless legs syndrome.
• Treats complex neurological conditions including epilepsy and multiple sclerosis.
• Performs specialized nerve blockages and botulinum toxin injections for migraines.
• Published over 15 papers in international medical journals.

Dr. Hughes Hyun is a board-certified surgeon at Sourasky Medical Center. He uses surgical expertise to guide diagnostics like MRI of one area.

• Experienced in minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques
• Practices at Sourasky Medical Center, Israel's leading multidisciplinary facility
• Certified by the medical board in his specialty
• Focuses on precise mapping for robotic procedures

Dr. Wilfried Lang is an esteemed Austrian neurologist at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He helped establish Austria’s national stroke registry. Dr. Lang specializes in stroke medicine, Parkinson’s disease, and neurodegenerative conditions. He is a Professor of Neurology at Sigmund Freud Private University.

• Heads the Neurology and Neurological Rehabilitation departments at the Brothers of Mercy Hospital.
• Expert in EEG-based neurodiagnostics for movement disorders and dementia.
• Published extensively on brain ischemia and neurorehabilitation management.
• Serves as a senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik, a Newsweek-ranked top hospital.

Dr. Wolfgang Köstler is the Deputy Head of Oncology at the Medical University of Vienna. He uses MRI of one area to guide precision oncology and targeted cancer treatments.

• Trained at Memorial Sloan–Kettering Cancer Center in the USA
• Specializes in soft tissue sarcomas and gynecologic malignancies
• Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at the Medical University of Vienna
• Holds a molecular biology degree from the Weizmann Institute of Science
• Uses biomarkers to design personalized treatment plans for solid tumors

Professor Walter Klepetko heads thoracic surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He uses MRI of one area to evaluate complex lung cancer and thymoma cases.

• Founder of the Vienna Lung Transplant Program – one of the largest centers worldwide
• International fellow at Toronto General Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for diagnosing and treating thoracic diseases
• Co-developed ECMO technology – a system that supports heart and lung function
• Performed the successful lung transplant for Formula 1 legend Niki Lauda

Dr. Haluk Cabuk is an orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in knee, shoulder, and ankle surgery with a focus on arthroplasty. Dr. Cabuk completed a clinical fellowship in Germany at the GO:H Sports Clinic. He concentrated on knee circumferential osteotomies and total knee replacement techniques.

• Winner of the Derviş Manizade Science Award for orthopedic research.
• Received the Tusyad Overseas traveling education scholarship for sports injuries and arthroscopy.
• Treats complex conditions including meniscus tears, scoliosis, and hip fractures.
• Performs MAKOplasty and stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee joint health.

Dr. Omur Gunaldi is a neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery. Dr. Gunaldi focuses on brain tumor removal and neuro-oncological cases. He carries the title of associate professor within his specialty.

• Expertise in transnasal tumor resection and complex craniotomy procedures.
• Treats adults and children for brain tumors and pituitary adenomas.
• Established the neurosurgery clinic at Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital.
• Works at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Justinas Vaiciulis is an orthopedic and trauma surgeon at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital in Vilnius. He specializes in treating complex injuries of the shoulder, elbow, and knee. Dr. Vaiciulis focuses on ACL reconstructions, knee arthroscopies, and rotator cuff repairs. He holds specialized training in musculoskeletal ultrasound from Vilnius University.

• Completed training in the advanced principles of fracture management with AOTrauma.
• Presented research on acromioclavicular joint dislocations at the Baltic Congress of Traumatology.
• Certified in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS).
• Practices at JCI-accredited Meliva Kardiolita Hospital, which treats 298,000 patients annually.

Dr. Bekir Tugcu is a professor of neurosurgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in deep brain stimulation (DBS) for epilepsy and Parkinson's disease. Dr. Tugcu follows a career spanning over 20 years in neurovascular and spinal surgery. He holds a personal certification from the Turkish Medical Association.

• Served as the Chief of the Neurosurgery Department at a major training hospital.
• Expert in endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgeries.
• Treats complex conditions including acoustic neuroma, brain cysts, and craniostenosis.
• Works at a clinic authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.

Dr. Yosaphon Vichienvanitchkul is an internal medicine specialist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He treats patients with various acute and long-term medical conditions. Dr. Vichienvanitchkul earned his medical degree from Srinakharinwirot University. He also holds a Certificate of Internal Medicine from the Royal Thai Air Force medical faculty.

• Practices at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO 9001:2015-certified facility in Thailand.
• Performs diagnostic screenings including full-body CT scans, colonoscopies, and biopsies.
• Conducts specialized male and female health check-ups.
• Expertise covers thoracic, abdominal, and pelvic imaging and diagnostics.

Dr. Michael Matzner is a senior consultant in orthopedic and trauma surgery at Wiener Privatklinik. He focuses on spinal decompressions, joint replacements, and herniated disc surgeries. He earned his medical degree and trauma training at the University of Vienna. Dr. Matzner has been a certified specialist since 2001.

• Performs minimally invasive joint reconstruction and spinal procedures.
• Treats degenerative spine disease, osteoporosis, and spinal stenosis.
• Specializes in ankle joint replacement and arthrodesis.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Hossein Taghizadeh is an internal medicine specialist and hematologist-oncologist at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He specializes in treating solid tumors and blood cancers. He integrates modern systemic cancer therapies with individualized patient care. Dr. Taghizadeh earned his medical degree from the Medical University of Vienna.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal, pancreatic, biliary, and genitourinary cancers.
• Expert in systemic therapies including targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
• Treats hematologic malignancies and manages complex palliative medicine cases.
• Practices at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Esref Terzi is an orthopedist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He focuses on joint reconstruction and traumatic injury repair. Dr. Terzi uses the MAKO robotic system for high-precision hip and knee replacements. He has published research on 3D bioprinting for bone formation.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery for meniscus tears and rotator cuff injuries.
• Treats complex spinal conditions like scoliosis and funnel chest deformity.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease.
• Participated in medical exchange programs in Italy, Spain, Denmark, and Greece.