Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 11

Dr. Vittawat Ohmpornnuwat specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery at Intrarat Hospital, offering patients less scarring and faster recovery.

• Board-certified in general surgery with extensive training
• Holds a Certificate of Minimally Invasive Surgery from Siriraj Hospital
• Dedicated to patient care with excellent bedside manner
• Works in both hospital and private practice settings

Dr. Mark Schurz specializes in preventive cardiology and cardiac imaging at Wiener Privatklinik, focusing on early detection and long-term management of heart conditions.

• Trained at the Medical University of Vienna
• Expert in coronary artery disease and hypertension
• Uses advanced diagnostics like echocardiography and cardiac CT
• Focuses on personalized treatment and lifestyle optimization

20,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Talu is a leading ophthalmologist with decades of experience at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specializes in cataract and refractive surgery
• Published 50+ scientific papers in ophthalmology
• Member of ASCRS and Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Istanbul University and Nice St. Antiapolis University Hospital

Specializes in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery for shoulders and knees at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital.

• Board-certified in orthopedic surgery with over 19 years of experience of experience
• Trained in sports medicine at Thammasat University's Faculty of Medicine
• Performs minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures for joint issues
• Educated at Prince of Songkhla University and Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University

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.

Recognized as a Surgeon of Excellence in Breast Treatment by the Surgical Review Corporation, Dr. Filip specializes in breast cancer surgery and reconstructive procedures.

• Board-certified general surgeon with a focus on oncologic care
• Offers minimally invasive and personalized treatment plans
• Performs a wide range of breast surgeries, including tumor excision and reconstructive procedures
• Dedicated to compassionate, multidisciplinary cancer care

Professor Liang Xiaoxiao is the Department Director and Chief Physician in Neurorehabilitation. She holds a master’s degree in neurology. She is skilled in neuromodulation for disorders of consciousness, cognition, and movement. Her focus includes cases from cerebrovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, and related conditions. She also performs ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, limb spasticity, sialorrhea, and neuralgia.

Accreditations and roles: Member of the Neurorehabilitation, Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation, and Craniocerebral Trauma Rehabilitation Committees of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Standing Member of the Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation Committee of the Fujian Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Vice Chair of the Dementia and Cognitive Disorder Committee of the Xiamen Preventive Medicine Association. Vice President of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Standing Member of the Neuromodulation Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Recipient of the Most Beautiful Physician of Xiamen City (2024).

Over 55,000 surgical cases performed in 26 years of experience – Dr. Akcay specializes in ophthalmology at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade.

• Published 201 scientific articles on ophthalmology
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Trained at Uludag University and Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery

Dr. Michal Barwijuk is a plastic gynecologist at Elite Clinic in Warsaw. He has trained over 500 specialists in plastic and aesthetic gynecology. He completed his training at the Institute of Aesthetic and Reconstructive Gynecology in Florida. Dr. Barwijuk performs laser vaginal rejuvenation and whitening procedures.

• Co-author of two primary textbooks on plastic gynecology and minimally invasive surgery.
• Founder of the Barwijuk Clinics Clinical Research Center for gynecological technology.
• Previously served at the Department of Oncological Gynecology for nearly a decade.
• Graduated from the Medical University of Warsaw.

Specializes in thoracic surgical oncology with expertise in VATS and lung transplantation at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex.

• Trained in thoracic surgery at University of Paris-Sud
• Member of The European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Published 13 international papers on thoracic surgery
• Performs complex procedures like tracheal surgery

Dr. Chatchai Fonglertnukul, M.D., is a General and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon (Medical License No. 43834). He is board-certified in General Surgery at Rajavithi Hospital. He completed a fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery there.

Education: Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University. Expertise: general surgery, advanced laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery, and bariatric (weight-loss) surgery.

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. David Mishaali is the Director of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating infants and children with high-risk heart anomalies. Dr. Mishaali developed a unique minimally invasive surgical approach for congenital heart defects. He works at Sheba Medical Center, a hospital ranked among the world’s top 10.

• Completed fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and UCSF in the USA.
• Treats rare newborn conditions requiring complex cardiac reconstruction.
• Uses minimally invasive methods to reduce trauma and improve cosmetic results.
• Senior Lecturer and author of numerous peer-reviewed papers on cardiac surgery.