Diagnostics Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Zvi Cohen is the Director of the Neurosurgery Department at Sheba Medical Center. He was recently recognized in Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors list for 2025. Dr. Cohen specializes in treating complex brain, pituitary, and spinal cord tumors. He founded the brain tumor tissue bank at Sheba to support oncological research. Dr. Cohen is board-certified in neurosurgery and leads clinical trials for malignant brain tumors.

• Completed fellowships in neurosurgical oncology at MD Anderson and neuroradiology at Beth Israel.
• Expert in intraoperative MRI, stereotactic biopsies, and image-guided resections.
• Performs radiosurgery and minimally invasive microsurgery for CNS tumors.
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology and the Israeli Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Dr. Alon Friedlander is a leading orthopedic spine surgeon listed among Israel’s Top Doctors by Forbes. He serves as the Director of the Orthopedic Department at Sheba Medical Center. Dr. Friedlander treats complex spinal disorders in both adult and pediatric patients. He uses both minimally invasive and open surgical techniques for precision care.

• Specializes in scoliosis surgery and complex spinal deformity correction.
• Treats primary and metastatic spinal tumors using advanced surgical techniques.
• Completed fellowships in spine surgery in the USA, France, and Hong Kong.
• Consultant for elite Israeli soccer teams and the Spartak Basketball Club.

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.

Prof. Karakurt brings 33 years of experience of pediatric cardiology expertise to Diagnostics at Medical Park Antalya, with a strong academic background including professorships at Inönü University.

• Specialized in pediatric cardiology at Dr. Sami Ulus Hospital
• Active member of Turkish Society of Pediatric Cardiology
• Former department head at Inönü University Faculty of Medicine
• Board-certified in Child Health and Diseases

Specializing in nutrition and sports sciences, Dr. Carabel combines expertise in dietetics with advanced training in exercise physiology.

• Holds degrees in Human Nutrition, Dietetics, and Exercise Sciences
• Researcher at the Exercise Physiology Laboratory
• Certified in functional training and HIIT methodologies
• Provides dietary coaching for sports performance and health
• Member of Spanish Olympic Committee events organization

Dr. Nejat Nizam developed the Nizam Punch, a specialized tool for connective tissue grafts, now produced in Germany. He also created two implant systems used internationally.

• Professor at Ege University's Department of Periodontology
• Published 30+ studies in well-known scientific journals
• Specializes in advanced periodontal diagnostics and treatments
• Holds a PhD in Periodontology from Ege University

Dr. Sarikaya specializes in gastroenterology diagnostics at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on complex liver and pancreatic conditions.

• Trained in gastroenterology at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Published multiple peer-reviewed articles on liver and pancreatic disorders
• Expert in endoscopic procedures and diagnostic techniques
• Member of leading gastroenterology research teams

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. Wang Shun is an attending physician. He holds a master’s degree in medicine from Tianjin Medical University.

He practices general medicine with an evidence-based, psychosomatic approach. He provides standardized management and individualized plans for chronic diseases. He coordinates referrals for complex cases. He also supports postoperative rehabilitation after major illness or surgery. His expertise includes comorbid anxiety and depression and other psychosomatic syndromes. He emphasizes long-term doctor-patient communication and continuous, integrated care.

Performed surgery for approximately 3,000 adult cardiovascular cases – Dr. Gencoglu specializes in complex heart and vascular conditions at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Board-certified in cardiology with extensive experience in heart valve and aortic surgeries
• Former clinical chief of open heart surgery at Batman Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in treating coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular conditions
• Uses advanced techniques for venous insufficiency and deep vein thrombosis

Specializes in reproductive health and IVF at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, with extensive training in perinatology and gynecologic oncology.

• Completed residency at Istanbul Medeniyet University
• Trained in perinatology at Frankfurt Bürger Hospital
• Certified in Assisted Reproductive Treatment Practices
• Focuses on endometriosis and adenomyosis
• Experienced in laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery

Dr. Berna Buse Kobal specializes in minimally invasive gynecologic procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, with a focus on genital aesthetics and reconstructive surgeries.

• Trained in obstetrics and gynecology at University of Louisville
• Expert in laparoscopic and V-Notes scarless surgeries
• Specializes in urogynecologic procedures and genital aesthetics
• Offers comprehensive perimenopausal and menopausal care

Dr. Funda Ataman specializes in advanced dermatological diagnostics and treatments at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, with a focus on skin cancer and allergic skin diseases.

• Over 36 years of experience of experience in dermatology
• Expert in cryotherapy and laser treatments
• Specializes in dermatoscopic examinations for early skin cancer detection
• Provides comprehensive care for hyperhidrosis and cosmetic dermatology
• Trained at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital – a leading dermatology center

Specializes in minimally invasive V-Notes scarless surgery for uterine and cyst removal – a leading expert at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Over 18 years of experience of experience in gynecologic oncology and laparoscopic surgery
• Expert in HPV diagnosis, treatment, and surgical procedures like LEEP
• Performs advanced hysteroscopic surgeries for polyps and uterine septum
• Offers comprehensive care for endometriosis and urinary incontinence

Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Aksoy specializes in Diagnostic Radiology and Interventional Radiology with 24 years of experience of experience across leading institutions like Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expert in both diagnostic imaging and minimally invasive procedures
• Active participant in national and international radiology conferences
• Works with advanced teleradiology technologies for remote diagnostics

Dr. Erol Bozbora is an ENT specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He completed a 2013 internship at the World Health Organization (WHO) in Switzerland. Dr. Bozbora also gained international experience during a clinical internship in Vienna, Austria. He treats a variety of ear, nose, and throat conditions.

• Trained at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.
• Completed a clinical residency specializing in ENT diseases.
• Practices at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited medical center.
• Conducted clinical work at Aktif International Hospital and various state facilities.

Dr. Onur Shahin pioneered zygomatic, pterygoid, and transnasal implants in Turkey – with 100+ patients successfully treated using these advanced techniques.

• Specializes in complex jaw reconstructions and regenerative therapies
• Associate professor at Izmir Katip Celebi University
• Published 50+ research papers in dental implantology
• Conducted numerous international workshops on implant techniques

Specializes in EMG, EEG, and PSG diagnostics for neurological conditions – Dr. Tokmak combines deep expertise with advanced testing techniques at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 24 years of experience of experience in neurology
• Master's in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University
• Extensive studies on dementia, headache, and vertigo diagnostics
• Works with Medical Park Hospitals network