Surgery Doctors in test — Page 2

Specializes in gallbladder, bile duct, and hernia surgeries – Dr. Onalan brings decades of surgical experience to Atlas University Hospital.

• 27 years of experience of general surgery practice
• Extensive training in endoscopic procedures like gastroscopy and colonoscopy
• Experienced in both open and laparoscopic hernia repairs
• Works at Atlas University Hospital, a leading medical institution

Dr. Centeno trained at the Mayo Clinic in colorectal surgery and leads the surgery department at Teknon Medical Center.

• Specializes in General and Gastrointestinal Surgery with 32 years of experience of experience
• Completed advanced training in laparoscopic colorectal surgery
• Accredited by ERAS-Society for enhanced recovery after surgery
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

Dr. Balcioglu specializes in laser hemorrhoid surgery and pilonidal sinus treatment – advanced techniques for faster recovery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Graduated from Istanbul University's English medical program
• Completed surgical residency at Marmara University
• Participates in international surgical conferences
• Published in medical journals locally and internationally

Dr. Ali Karahan has specialized in hair transplantation since 2009, achieving natural and successful results at top hospitals like Memorial and Kadıköy Şifa.

• Over 33 years of experience of medical experience
• Participated in national and international hair transplant conferences
• Trained in Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• Runs his own clinic since 2019

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in pancreatic cancer treatment and complex gastrointestinal procedures. Dr. Erdemir is an expert in the Whipple surgery and robotic surgical techniques. He practices at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Certified in the da Vinci robotic surgery system.
• Completed specialized training in cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC.
• Former assistant professor at Maltepe University Medical School.
• Performs surgeries for breast, stomach, and small intestine cancers.

Dr. Lana Bijelic specializes in peritoneal carcinomatosis surgery – a rare and complex condition – at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Trained under Prof. Paul Sugarbaker at Washington Hospital Center
• Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical societies including the American Society of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies
• Former Research Director at Inova Fairfax Hospital
• Recipient of multiple awards for surgical excellence

Dr. Puttapong Serttikul brings 19 years of experience of surgical expertise, including specialized training in laparoscopic colorectal surgery and ERCP.

• Trained in gastrointestinal endoscopy at Lopburi Cancer Hospital
• Completed ERCP training at Rajavithi Hospital
• Member of NHSO Region 4 Audit Committee since 2015
• Performs laparoscopic colorectal procedures

Dr. Ron Greenberg heads the Colorectal Surgery Department at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in both open and minimally invasive techniques.

• 35 years of experience of experience in abdominal surgery
• Expert in Whipple procedure for complex cases
• Leads a dedicated colorectal surgery team

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik specializes in pediatric surgery and urology, with decades of experience at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Founded the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Author of multiple pediatric surgery textbooks
• Member of Turkish Ministry of Health Pediatric Surgery Society
• Trained at London's Hospital for Sick Children

Dr. Vongjarukorn specializes in minimally invasive surgery, trained in Japan and Thailand. He brings advanced techniques to Intrarat Hospital.

• Clinical Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery at Police General Hospital
• Trained in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery at Fukuoka Red Cross Hospital, Japan
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
• General Surgeon at Veterans General Hospital before joining Intrarat

Professor and oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), specializing in surgical oncology.

• Extensive experience in surgical oncology
• Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers
• Focuses on personalized treatment approaches

Specializes in preventive cardiology and cardiac imaging — Dr. Schurz focuses on early detection and long-term heart health at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Board-certified in internal medicine and cardiology
• Expert in coronary artery disease and hypertension management
• Uses advanced diagnostics like echocardiography and cardiac CT
• Graduated from Medical University of Vienna
• Emphasizes lifestyle optimization in treatment plans

Deputy Head of Surgery at Ichilov Hospital – Dr. Goldman leads a specialized proctology department with 42 years of experience of experience.

• Heads Department of Proctology at Ichilov – one of Israel's top medical centers
• Member of four prestigious international surgical societies
• Experienced in complex abdominal and colorectal procedures

Dr. Igor Suhotnik is a senior pediatric surgeon with 36 years of experience of experience at Dana Dweck Children's Hospital, part of Ichilov Medical Center.

• Visiting professor at Tel Aviv University
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations
• Educated at Chernivtsi Medical University
• Former Associate Professor at Israel Institute of Technology

Dr. Séverine Iborra leads the Gynecology and Obstetrics Department at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen, with certifications in gynecological oncology and special obstetrics.

• Specializes in oncological diagnostics and therapy with certifications from the Gynecological Oncology Working Group
• Expert in minimally invasive treatments including laparoscopy and the Da Vinci robotic system
• Certified in Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy (AGCPC), Urogynecology (AGUP), and Special Obstetrics
• Active member of the German Society for Gynecology and Obstetrics

Leading expert in pancreatic and colorectal cancer surgery – Dr. Schenker introduced modern techniques at Solingen's Academic Hospital.

• Specializes in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures
• Chief Surgeon of Germany's first certified colorectal cancer center
• Coordinator of Pancreatic Cancer Centre (Oncocert)
• Member of German Medical Association
• Lecturer and researcher in surgical oncology

Dr. Arturo Martinez is a general surgeon at Hospital Cyntar Tijuana. He is recognized by the Surgical Review Corporation as a Surgeon of Excellence. He specializes in gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and metabolic surgery. Dr. Martinez has trained at the prestigious Hospital Ramón y Cajal in Madrid.

• Board certified by the Mexican College of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery.
• Maintains double certification from the Mexican Council of General Surgery.
• Works at Hospital Cyntar, a JCI-accredited facility in Mexico.
• Serves as an assistant professor at the Autonomous University of Baja California.

Forbes-ranked surgeon with 30+ years' experience, Dr. Canales leads the Robotic Surgery Unit at Hospital Ruber Internacional.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques including da Vinci robotic surgery
• Recognized among Spain's top 5 general & digestive surgeons
• Published 70+ research papers on advanced surgical methods
• Author of a widely-used surgical reference manual
• Expert in complex abdominal procedures with faster recovery

Dr. Kannakrit Sumthong is a consultant vascular surgeon at MALI Hospital, Bangkok. He has 23 years of experience (Medical License No. 29234). He works in the Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery and the Vascular Surgery Clinic. He speaks Thai and English.

He is board certified in General Surgery (2009) and Vascular Surgery (2016). He earned his M.D. in 2003 from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. He completed advanced vascular training at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, a major tertiary referral center in Thailand.

His expertise includes vascular, general, and minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery. He performs endovascular and hybrid procedures for peripheral artery disease (PAD), carotid disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm, varicose veins, diabetic foot and limb salvage, and hemodialysis access. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care with modern techniques.

Dr. Boaz Liberman is the Director of the Orthopedic Oncology Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating bone and soft tissue sarcomas in adults and children. Dr. Liberman was recognized in the Forbes list of top doctors in Israel. He focuses on limb-sparing cancer surgery combined with functional reconstruction. Dr. Liberman completed fellowships at Mount Sinai Hospital and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto.

• Performs complex joint reconstruction and revision hip or knee replacements.
• Uses MRgFUS to treat bone conditions with imaging-guided ultrasound.
• Treats childhood tumors like Ewing's sarcoma and rhabdomyosarcoma.
• Member of the American and European Associations of Tissue Banks.