Best Diagnostics Doctors Abroad

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. 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. 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.

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. Malik Ashkar is Head of Doctors at Mira Clinic and a specialist in Endodontics (root canal treatment). He qualified as a dentist in 2016. His work focuses on dental diagnosis and treatment planning. He performs advanced root canal procedures to treat infected or injured tooth nerves, relieve pain, and preserve natural teeth. His aim is lasting oral health.

As Head of Doctors, he oversees treatment quality. He sets clinical protocols and supports the medical team in complex cases. His experience includes root canal therapy, restorative treatment planning, and dental pain management. He provides precise, comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Prof. Karakurt brings 33 years 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

The psychotherapist specializes in treating addiction, emotional disorders, trauma, and behavioral difficulties. Holding a Master of Science in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy from the University of Derby, the doctor utilizes evidence-based modalities including CBT, Schema Therapy, DBT, and trauma-focused interventions. Clinical expertise covers substance use disorders, behavioral addictions, anxiety, depression, and dual diagnosis.

With extensive experience in crisis intervention, stabilization, and long-term rehabilitation, the doctor focuses on identifying underlying psychological mechanisms to foster emotional stability. Treatment plans are individually tailored to support patients through recovery, emphasizing resilience and relapse prevention.

Dra. Rosanny Bueno es endodoncista. Se enfoca en el diagnóstico y tratamiento de patologías pulpares y periapicales. Tiene experiencia en tratamientos de conductos y retratamientos endodónticos. También maneja urgencias odontológicas. Aplica técnicas actuales y criterios basados en la evidencia para preservar la dentición natural y lograr resultados de calidad.

Formación: Odontóloga (Universidad Gran Mariscal de Ayacucho, Venezuela, 2005–2010). Revalida en República Dominicana (Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo). Especialista en Endodoncia (CPO Faculdade Inga, Bauru–São Paulo, 2014–2015). Cursos: Diplomado en estética, carillas en resina e incrustaciones inlay/onlay.

Dr. Rarinthorn Choomsai Na Ayuthaya is a pain management specialist. She treats spine and nerve pain, including back pain, herniated discs, cervical or lumbar radicular pain, spinal degeneration, and post-surgical spine pain. She also manages musculoskeletal and joint conditions such as knee osteoarthritis, shoulder pain, rotator cuff disorders, and neck pain. She performs interventional procedures with fluoroscopy or ultrasound guidance, including epidural injections, radiofrequency ablation, and nerve blocks. She also offers PRP and Botox for migraine and neuropathic pain.

Her care is comprehensive, patient-centered, and minimally invasive. She focuses on the root cause to improve function, mobility, and long-term quality of life.

Prof. Dr. Tayfun Apuhan specializes in advanced ENT procedures with 200+ scientific publications and international training at The Ohio State University and University Medical Center Hamburg.

• Expert in functional and aesthetic nasal surgeries including rhinoplasty and septoplasty
• Performs endoscopic nasal, paranasal sinus, and ear surgeries with precision
• Specializes in diagnosis and surgical treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea
• Leads the ENT Department at Özel A plus Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

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. Suleyman Hilmi Ipekci is a professor of endocrinology at Atlas University. He treats complex hormone disorders, thyroid cancers, and pituitary diseases. He practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. This JCI-accredited facility serves over 500,000 patients annually. Dr. Ipekci earned his medical degree and residency at Istanbul University.

• Authored over 40 articles in international journals with 230 citations.
• Winner of multiple awards at the National Diabetes Congress.
• Led scientific projects funded by TUBITAK, Turkey's national research council.
• Focuses on diabetes and adrenal gland management for international patients.

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.

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 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. Kivanc Derya Peker is a gastrointestinal surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He co-founded the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital. Dr. Peker completed specialized training at the Mayo Clinic in the United States. He treats complex cancers of the liver, pancreas, and stomach.

• Performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries to date.
• Completed over 200 liver surgeries and numerous kidney transplants.
• Ranked in the top 3 during his national gastroenterology surgery minor examination.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which serves 500,000 patients annually.

Over 2,500 radiotherapy sessions with MR-Linac – Assoc. Prof. Turkkan specializes in advanced radiation oncology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in stereotactic and MRI-guided radiotherapy techniques
• Member of European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
• Published 27 articles in domestic and international journals
• Conducted clinical research at Maastricht University's MAASTRO Clinic