Stem Cells Doctors Abroad — Page 14

Dr. Raul Zini is an orthopedic surgeon at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. He has performed about 15,000 operations throughout his career. Dr. Zini is a specialist in hip, knee, and shoulder arthroscopy. Many professional international athletes seek his expertise for sports-related injuries.

• Completed over 1,200 hip arthroscopies between 2009 and 2015.
• Former President of the Italian Association of Arthroscopy.
• Two-time winner of the Bellando-Randone Prize for best orthopedic monograph.
• Author of over 100 scientific publications and 200 reports on joint surgery.

Dr. Bandrina Kateryna Volodymyrivna is a cardiologist at Dobrobut Clinic with the highest qualification category. She specializes in cardiac surgery recovery, emergency medicine, and functional diagnostics. Dr. Bandrina uses 24-hour ECG and blood pressure monitoring to manage complex cases.

• Performs echocardiography and vascular Doppler ultrasound to detect cardiovascular diseases.
• Treats conditions such as arrhythmia, atherosclerosis, and coronary artery disease.
• Completed specialized training at the heart-focused Strazhesko and Amosov Institutes.
• Managed critical patients in the ICU and reanimation unit at Bila Tserkva Hospital.

Dr. Özlem Çolak is a Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Biruni University Hospital. She graduated as the top student from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Çolak has practiced at medical centers in Germany to enhance her surgical expertise. She treats complex cases including gynaecomastia, breast reconstruction, and facial aesthetics.

• Achieved full Professorship at Demiroğlu Bilim University.
• Maintains an active academic profile with numerous international publications.
• Performs specialized procedures like Brazilian Butt Lift and Vaser liposuction.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Melih Ucer is a neurosurgeon and associate professor at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He served as a visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin Clinic of Neurosurgery. Dr. Ucer specializes in complex brain and spine surgeries. He treats conditions like spinal stenosis, brain tumors, and cerebral aneurysms.

• Specializes in transnasal tumor resection and deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery.
• Performs Gamma Knife radiosurgery and stereotaxic procedures for brain conditions.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Necdet Demir is an orthopedic surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He heads the Orthopedics and Traumatology department at the university. Dr. Demir earned first prize for his research on shoulder MRI at a national congress. He treats complex bone injuries, scoliosis, and degenerative joint diseases.

• Specializes in knee and hip replacement using the MAKOplasty robotic system.
• Performs arthroscopic surgery for the knee, shoulder, and ankle joints.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee conditions.
• Expert in limb prosthetics and surgical treatment for valgus deformities.

Dr. Abdullah Ozkardes is a neurologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. Dr. Ozkardes provides stem cell therapy and deep brain stimulation (DBS). He previously served as Chief Physician at Kutahya Air Hospital.

• Specializes in neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's and muscular dystrophy.
• Performs rehabilitation using robotic exoskeleton and anti-gravity treadmill systems.
• Provides diagnostics including video-EEG monitoring and brainstem evoked response audiometry.
• Is a member of the Turkish Medical Association and the DGCA Health Board.

Dr. Matin Suleymanzade is an ophthalmologist and eye surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is certified by the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO). Dr. Suleymanzade specializes in refractive surgery, cataract removal, and oculoplastic procedures. He treats complex conditions like keratoconus, uveitis, and glaucoma.

• Holds multiple ICO certifications in basic science, optics, and refraction.
• Performs specialized procedures including vitrectomy and retinal detachment surgery.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD).
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital equipped with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Talip Asil is a neurologist and stroke specialist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He completed a one-year stroke fellowship at the University of Calgary in Canada. Dr. Asil specializes in interventional neurology, dementia, and movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease. He serves patients at a TEMOS-accredited facility known for its neurosurgery and vascular care.

• Completed interventional neurology training at Bezmialem Vakıf University.
• Treats complex conditions including multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and spinal cord stroke.
• Managed neurological cases as a consultant in Bahrain.
• Performs specialized therapies such as plasmapheresis and video-EEG monitoring.

Dr. Domenica Trifoglio is a regenerative medicine and wellness specialist at LaCLINIQUE of Switzerland in Lugano. She provides aesthetic treatments, including Botox injections and fillers. Dr. Trifoglio also specializes in stem cell rejuvenation for anti-aging. She works at a clinic that partners with the Swiss Stem Cell Foundation.

• Graduated from the University of Rome Tor Vergata.
• Obtained a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine and Wellbeing in Rome.
• Practices as a hospital doctor at the Cantonal Hospital Authority in Faido.
• Treats conditions such as alopecia using Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy.

Dr. Cengiz Sen is a professor of orthopedics at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in revision arthroplasty, congenital limb deformities, and complex orthopedic disorders in children. Dr. Sen is a pioneer in using stem cell therapy to treat degenerative joint diseases. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with 15 operating rooms and robotic surgical systems.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and complex limb lengthening surgery.
• Treats infected nonunion and pseudoarthrosis using bone deformity correction.
• Published numerous articles on total knee replacement and orthopedic infections.
• Winner of the AOTT Oral Presentation Award for clinical achievements.

Dr. Ibrahim Azboy is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in primary, revision, and robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements. Dr. Azboy completed specialized arthroplasty training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He also held a research fellowship at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.

• Authored over 70 internationally peer-reviewed journal articles on orthopedic innovation.
• Performs MAKOplasty total hip replacement and robotic-assisted knee surgery.
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS).
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses da Vinci robotic systems.

Dr. Carlos Alonso Alejos Mex is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Cancún. He is certified by the Mexican Council of Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery (CMCPER). Dr. Alejos Mex specializes in body contouring, breast augmentation, and facial surgery. He also performs hair restoration at Cancun Hair Restoration.

• Held past leadership roles within the plastic surgery community in Quintana Roo.
• Treats international patients with focus on liposuction and abdominoplasty.
• Expertise includes FUE and FUT hair transplants and facial hair restoration.
• Works at Cancun Hair Restoration, an ASPS-accredited facility in Mexico.

Dr. Andrey Kharkov is a plastic surgeon who has performed 14,000+ operations. He leads both the Ukrainian Academy of Plastic Surgery and the Perfecto Room clinic. Dr. Kharkov graduated with honors from the A.A. Bohomolets National Medical University. He completed additional clinical training in the USA, the UK, and Sweden.

• Member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Specializes in rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and stem cell rejuvenation.
• Affiliated with the Rhinoplasty Society of Europe.
• Treats international patients at his private facility in Kyiv.

Dr. Seongcheol Moon serves as the Chairman of Orthopedic Surgery at Nanoori Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery, including joint replacement and arthroscopic repair. Dr. Moon is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). He works at a hospital recognized by the Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare.

• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.
• Published over 10 peer-reviewed papers in journals like the American Journal of Sports Medicine.
• Specializes in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty for complex cuff tear cases.
• Sits on the editorial committee for the Korean Shoulder & Elbow Association.