MRI of one area Doctors in test — Page 16

Op. Dr. Tansu Gürsoy is a brain and nerve surgery specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital. He completed his training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. His practice focuses on spine surgery. Key areas include degenerative scoliosis, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, trauma, and tumors.

In 2019, he won third place from the Turkish Neurosurgery Association for a paper on prebending rods and sagittal parameters in lumbar degenerative scoliosis. He co-authored Chapter 75 (Lenke-Silva Classification & Adult Degenerative Scoliosis) in The Aging Spine. His thesis analyzed screw malposition in 415 thoracolumbar pedicle fixation cases.

He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association (Spinal & Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group), the Turkish Spine Association, and the Turkish Medical Association. He completed the Advanced Spinal Surgery Course and the Hands-on Microvascular Anastomosis & Microsurgery training. He holds a Category A Certificate for Experimental Animals. He also attends major spine congresses.

15,000+ surgical procedures performed – Dr. de Lacy Fortuny is the President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe.

• Heads surgical teams at Hospital Quiron Barcelona using MRI of one area for staging
• Specializes in gastrointestinal cancer and minimally invasive robotic interventions
• Pioneered the TaTME technique for high-precision rectal cancer removal
• Holds a Hirsch index of 45 reflecting significant impact on medical research
• Member of the International Society of Surgeons

Dr. Tara Rak-areekul is a neurologist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok. She ranked first in the Thailand national neurological examination for residents and fellows. Dr. Rak-areekul focuses on cognitive neurology and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. She holds certifications in NIHSS and acute stroke treatment.

• Uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for neurological recovery.
• Won the national Epilepsy Quiz Tournament during her specialized training.
• Researches Alzheimer’s biomarkers and cognitive function at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.
• Founder of CUMEMO, a digital platform for dementia prevention and education.

Dr. Somjet Tosamran is a neurologist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok. He earned his medical degree with First Class Honors from Chulalongkorn University. Dr. Tosamran is currently an epilepsy fellow at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. He focuses on complex seizure disorders and neurodegenerative conditions.

• Specializes in epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and Alzheimer's treatment.
• Uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for neurological recovery.
• Performs medication management for chronic pain and stroke complications.
• Holds a Master of Science in Internal Medicine from Chulalongkorn University.

Dr. Cagdas Erdogan is an Associate Professor and gastroenterologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Erdogan has authored 40 publications in journals like Scientific Reports and Endoscopy. He treats complex conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and liver cirrhosis.

• Performs specialized procedures including ERCP, EUS, EMR, and peroral endoscopic myotomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions using techniques like endoscopic submucosal dissection.
• Uses double-balloon enteroscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Applies stem cell therapy for patients with liver cirrhosis and ulcerative colitis.

Dr. Lee specializes in oncological gastroenterology at Samsung Medical Center. He uses MRI of one area to evaluate pancreatic and gallbladder cancers.

• Completed specialized medical training at Stanford University School of Medicine in the USA
• Performs diagnostic biopsies of the pancreas, liver, and lungs
• Professor of Gastroenterology contributing to medical education in South Korea
• Member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Trained clinically at Kyoto Second Red Cross Hospital in Japan

Dr. Shady Mohammed El-sebai is the Chief of Interventional Radiology at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University. He specializes in oncology-focused imaging and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. El-sebai treats liver, renal, and soft-tissue tumors using chemoembolization and ablation techniques. He works at Shef Al Orman Oncology Hospital, an ESMO-accredited center.

• Performs microwave and radiofrequency ablation for bone, lung, and thyroid lesions.
• Expert in US- and CT-guided biopsies, including Mammotome breast lesion excision.
• Specializes in uterine artery embolization for fibroids and varicose vein ablation.
• Manages complex biliary and renal cases with percutaneous stenting and drainage.

Professor Jong Kyun Lee treats complex pancreatobiliary disorders at Samsung Medical Center. He uses MRI of one area to diagnose pancreatic and bile duct cancers.

• Trained at Seoul National University and the University of California
• Expert in pancreatic, gallbladder, and colon cancer diagnosis
• Member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Specializes in Whipple surgery and distal pancreatectomy for abdominal tumors
• Works at a presidential-standard multidisciplinary hospital in South Korea

Dr. Seung Jae Huh is an oncologist at Samsung Medical Center. He specializes in providing MRI of one area to detect and monitor cancer.

• Practices at Samsung Medical Center – a leading hospital in South Korea
• Focuses on oncologic imaging for precise tumor location
• Part of a multi-disciplinary cancer care team

Dr. Avichai Shimoni is the Director of Bone Marrow Transplantation at Sheba Medical Center. He treats complex blood cancers. He completed a specialized fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Shimoni uses allogeneic and autologous transplants for high-risk patients. He is a professor and Chairman of Hematology at Tel Aviv University.

• Named among Israel’s Best Doctors by Forbes for 2025 and 2026.
• Authored over 250 scientific papers on cellular therapies and transplantation.
• Provides CAR T-cell therapy for leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, a top-10 hospital globally per Newsweek.

Dr. Fritz Leutmezer is the President of the Austrian Multiple Sclerosis Society. He treats complex neurological conditions requiring MRI of one area at Vienna General Hospital.

• Specializes in diagnosing multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease
• Leads the Austrian Multiple Sclerosis Society as its President
• Authored over 60 scientific papers and a book on neurological treatments
• Vice President of the Multiple Sclerosis Society in Vienna
• Combines clinical medication with acupuncture for chronic pain and nerve palsy

Professor Erdem is a specialized spine surgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. His work includes MRI of one area to diagnose complex spinal disorders and deformities.

• Named Doctor of the Year by the Turkish Ministry of Health in 2013
• Specializes in deformity correction for conditions like scoliosis and kyphosis
• Expert in treating spinal tumors, infections, and stenosis – narrowing of the spine
• Professor involved in training the next generation of spine surgeons
• Completed specialized orthopedic surgery training at Erciyes University

Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a medical oncology specialist at Central Hospital. He uses advanced imaging like MRI of one area to guide personalized cancer treatments.

• Associate Professor who conducts national and international scientific research on cancer
• Specializes in metabolic supported chemotherapy for rectal and lung cancers
• Uses hyperthermia therapy to heat tumor cells and improve treatment results
• Expert in hyperbaric oxygen therapy for supporting patient recovery
• Member of prestigious medical oncology organizations in Turkey

Prof. Beni Boursi leads gastrointestinal oncology research at Sheba Medical Center. He completed advanced training at the University of Pennsylvania and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Specializes in oncologic imaging and predictive models for early cancer detection
• Expertise in gastrointestinal oncology used for precise MRI of one area
• Published research in the journal Science regarding innovative cancer therapies
• Founder of the ECOG-ACRIN Microbiome Working Group for global cancer research
• Member of the Israeli Association of Clinical Oncology and Radiotherapy

Dr. Zohar Dotan leads the Department of Urology at Sheba Medical Center. He uses high-resolution MRI of one area to create personalized, precision-based plans for urologic cancers.

• Trained in uro-oncology and laparoscopic surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Heads the Israeli Uro-Oncology Society and holds a PhD in Genetics
• Member of the American and European Associations of Urology
• Published over 50 scientific papers on cancer treatment and research

Dr. Alper Karaoglan is a Professor of Neurosurgery at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. He specializes in treating brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal conditions like spondylolisthesis. He has held senior academic roles at Maltepe University for over 15 years. Dr. Karaoglan won the Best Paper Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.

• Specializes in pituitary adenomas, cavernomas, and arteriovenous malformations.
• Received the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.
• Treats complex conditions including Moyamoya disease and craniostenosis.

Dr. Raanan Berger is the Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He was listed in Forbes Israel’s “Best Doctors” in 2025. Dr. Berger specializes in genitourinary oncology and radiates complex prostate tumors. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Institute.

• Heads the clinical research unit focusing on molecular oncology.
• Co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed papers on prostate cancer and BRCA mutations.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Performs systemic therapy and radiotherapy at a Top-10 globally ranked hospital.

Dr. Nir Kleinmann directs the Endourology and Kidney Stones Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is a pioneer in kidney-sparing laser surgery for complex tumors. Forbes and ResultMed named him among Israel’s Best Doctors for 2025 and 2026. Dr. Kleinmann uses a unique dual-laser system to preserve organ function during cancer treatment.

• Completed urological fellowships at Thomas Jefferson University and McMaster University.
• Expert in minimally invasive treatments for UTUC, kidney stones, and prostate cancer.
• Served as a researcher in the OLYMPUS trial for non-surgical chemoablation.
• Fellow of the American Endourology Society with over 60 scientific publications.

Dr. Jair Bar is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer using personalized immunotherapy and targeted treatments. Dr. Bar holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and leads a research lab focused on immunotherapy resistance.

• Chair of the Israel Lung Cancer Group.
• Board-certified in both Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology.
• Treats patients at Sheba Medical Center, a top-10 globally ranked hospital.
• Uses molecular and genetic profiling to create precise cancer treatment plans.

Dr. Abraham Avigdor is the Director of the Institute of Hematology at Sheba Medical Center. He is a global authority on lymphoma, CAR-T therapy, and complex blood cancers. Dr. Avigdor founded the Israeli Lymphoma Working Group. He helps lead a clinic ranked 7th worldwide by Newsweek in 2026.

• Authored over 130 scientific publications on hemato-oncology and cellular therapy.
• Pioneered the integration of CAR-T cell therapy for lymphoma and myeloma.
• Leads allogeneic and autologous bone marrow transplantation programs.
• Served as the Chairman of the Israeli Lymphoma Study Group.