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Prof. Dr. Kandemir has advanced periodontal and implantology treatments with over two decades of academic leadership at Ege University.

• Former head of Periodontology at Ege University
• Specializes in periodontal disease and dental implants
• Published 14 research papers in clinical sciences
• Supervised numerous doctoral theses in dentistry
• Presented at international dental conferences

Trained at Northwestern University's Transplantation Center – one of the world's leading programs in liver surgery.

• 30+ years of experience in general and hepatobiliary surgery
• Fellowship-trained in transplantation techniques
• Member of Hepatobiliary Surgery Association
• Holds associate professor positions at major Turkish medical schools
• Specializes in complex liver and colorectal procedures

Dr. Filip holds triple 'Surgeon of Excellence' accreditations in metabolic, minimally invasive, and breast surgery – a rare distinction at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Specializes in laparoscopic techniques for oncology, bariatrics, and hernia repair
• PhD with academic roles at top Romanian medical universities
• Active member of 7+ European surgical societies including ESSO and EUSOMA
• SRC-accredited for both diagnostic endoscopy and advanced laparoscopy

Dr. Hutopila is a Surgeon of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Surgery, accredited by the Surgical Review Corporation in the U.S. He specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Fellow of the European Board of Surgery – Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Master Surgeon in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
• Published multiple papers on innovative surgical techniques
• Active member of international surgical societies including IFSO and EAES

Prof. Dr. Alper Agca has performed 15,000+ eye surgeries, specializing in advanced refractive techniques like ReLEx SMILE and multifocal lens implants.

• Expert in minimally invasive procedures for vision correction
• Award-winning research at ESCRS Congress in 2014
• Board Member of Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Trained at Marmara University and Beyoglu Eye Hospital

Dr. Tsafrakidis specializes in andrology and urethral reconstruction, bringing advanced techniques to German Oncology Centre in Cyprus.

• Fellow of the European Board of Urology with extensive training in reconstructive surgery
• Leads research in prostate biopsies and urethral reconstruction techniques
• Honorary Senior Lecturer at St Andrews University
• Member of the European Union Expert Panel for Medical Devices

Dr. Yildirim is an Associate Professor at Atlas University Hospital, specializing in breast cancer surgery with a focus on innovative techniques.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery, with a strong emphasis on breast cancer procedures
• Published multiple research articles on breast cancer treatment and neoadjuvant therapy outcomes
• Certified in advanced breast cancer surgery techniques, including free flap reconstruction
• Member of international breast surgery congresses, staying updated on the latest advancements

Dr. Stefanie Veit specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgeries at Nordwest Clinic, with 26+ years of expertise in thymic tumor resection and hyperhidrosis treatment.

• Trained at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles
• Expert in stent placement and thoracic metastasis surgery
• Member of the German Society for Thoracic Surgery

Dr. Chiesa pioneered the 'frozen elephant trunk' technique for aortic diseases and leads in vascular graft infection treatments at San Raffaele.

• Specializes in thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic diseases
• Former president of both French and Italian Vascular Surgery Societies
• Training in cardiac and vascular surgery across Milan, Lyon, and Houston
• Scientific coordinator for Vascular Update Journal
• Member of European Society for Vascular Surgery guideline committees

Trained in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery at Tokyo University Hospital – Dr. Ozel specializes in minimally invasive techniques for complex abdominal conditions.

• 30+ years of experience in general surgery with a focus on laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with advanced ERCP skills
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University, training future surgeons
• Works at Estexper Clinic, providing patient-centered surgical care

Dr. Osman Civil specializes in gastrointestinal and colorectal surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with memberships in key Turkish surgical societies.

• Member of Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society
• Trained at Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Experienced in minimally invasive techniques for hernia and hemorrhoid treatments
• Active participant in national surgical congresses

Prof. Thomas W Kraus has performed 3,000+ complex gastrointestinal surgeries and specializes in the Whipple procedure. He leads the pancreatic surgery center at Nordwest Clinic.

• 30+ years of experience in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgery
• Founder of the German Society 'Art of Surgery'
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques and intraoperative visualization
• Trained at top cancer centers worldwide including Johns Hopkins
• Recipient of multiple international awards for surgical excellence

Dr. Kang specializes in minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries, with extensive experience in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures.

• Over 15 years of experience in obstetrics and gynecology
• Expert in single-port access laparoscopic surgery
• Published multiple research papers on gynecologic oncology
• Adjunct Professor at Samsung Medical Center
• Recipient of Outstanding Thesis Award from Korean Society of Gynecologic Oncology

3,000+ liver resections performed – Prof. Aldrighetti pioneered minimally invasive techniques at San Raffaele Hospital.

• 900+ laparoscopic liver resections – among the highest volumes worldwide
• Head of Hepatobiliary Surgery at San Raffaele – one of Europe's leading centers
• Scientific Director of Italy's Minimally Invasive Liver Surgery group
• Published 650+ research works on liver surgery techniques

1,100+ procedures performed – Dr. Pekize Eker Balcioglu specializes in minimally invasive hemorrhoid and anal fissure treatments at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained in general surgery at Marmara University
• Expert in laser and Longo hemorrhoid surgery
• Published articles in international medical journals
• Participated in numerous surgical congresses

Specializing in hair transplantation with over 25 years of experience, Dr. Ali Karahan is known for achieving natural and successful results.

• Managed hair transplant clinics at prestigious hospitals like Memorial and Kadıköy Şifa
• Participated in numerous national and international conferences
• Provides services in his own clinic since 2019
• Recognized as a leading figure in hair transplantation in Turkey