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Dr. César Lévano Linares is a specialist in general and digestive surgery. He works at Rey Juan Carlos University Hospital and Fundación Jiménez Díaz University Hospital. He is recognized for his work in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.

He holds a PhD in Medicine and Surgery from the Autonomous University of Madrid. He completed a master’s in colorectal and pelvic floor surgery at the University of Zaragoza. He also holds a diploma in laparoscopic surgery from Louis Pasteur University in Strasbourg. He has European accreditation in laparoscopic surgery (EACCME).

His research covers bilateral retroperitoneal hibernoma and conversion from primary endoluminal endoscopic surgery to laparoscopic gastric bypass.

 Mali interdisciplinary hospital is integrating conventional, regenerative and precision medicine. It divides into 11 departments, there are 35 beds in total, including 12 intensive care beds, 23 general beds, 2 emergency and operating rooms, 1 plastic surgical room, 1 Gastro-colonoscopic room. Focus on round-trip treatment with modern medical technology to reduce the cost of hospitalization and the healing time. It also integrating regenerative medicine to repair the body and precision medicine for preventing and treating chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) with better results, we provide these services in a greenery atmosphere. Allowing clients to receive the following benefits.

1. Far away from NCDs & It’s complication

2. Good quality of life

3. Youthful lively life

4. Longevity

Dr. César Canales has led General and Digestive Surgery and the Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery Unit at Hospital Ruber Internacional (Madrid) since 2015. He is a General and Digestive Surgeon with over 30 years of experience. He specializes in laparoscopic and Da Vinci robotic surgery for complex abdominal, oncologic, and abdominal wall cases.

He holds a PhD (cum laude, UAM) and an MD (with honors, UCM). He completed his specialist training at Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón. He is also certified by the Military Medical Corps. He has authored over 70 publications and 12 book chapters, including the Manual of Surgery (McGraw-Hill). He has served as faculty in more than 16 courses. Awards include Forbes Top 100 Doctors (2024), Top 5 General and Digestive Surgeons in Spain (2021–2024), La Razón Doctor of the Year (2024), and El Confidencial Best Doctors in Spain (2025).

Dr. Ehsan Sotoudeh, MD, is a general surgeon, laparoscopic specialist, and aesthetic specialist. He has over 24 years of clinical experience with a focus on precision care and strong patient outcomes.

He is licensed in regenerative medicine, including stem cell therapy and exosome-based treatments. All services follow a regulated, physician-led model.

His care uses evidence-based protocols, advanced diagnostics, and individualized plans. He combines surgical, regenerative, and aesthetic methods to deliver safe, measurable results.

Specialist in laparoscopic and colorectal surgery – Dr. Kariv focuses on minimally invasive techniques at Assuta Medical Center.

• Expert in advanced laparoscopic procedures for colorectal conditions
• Skilled in both diagnostic and therapeutic surgical interventions
• Works at one of Israel's leading private hospitals

Dr. Grecchi specializes in maxillofacial surgery at IRCCS Galeazzi Orthopedic Institute, with over 100 publications in the field.

• Referent for the National Ectodermal Dysplasia Association
• Consultant at the Italian Stomatological Institute in Milan
• Founding member of GISOS, focusing on osseointegration and synthesis

Specialist in hand surgery at Assuta Medical Center – Dr. Engel focuses exclusively on intricate hand procedures.

• Orthopedist with extensive experience in hand surgery
• Performs a wide range of hand-related surgical interventions
• Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers

Honor graduate from Hacettepe University – Turkey's top nutrition program – specializing in dietary management for surgical patients.

• Completed specialized training in bariatric and metabolic nutrition
• Extensive experience with post-surgical dietary plans in hospital settings
• Focuses on nutrition for chronic conditions and digestive health
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

Specialist in endoscopic surgery at Assuta Medical Center – known for minimally invasive techniques.

• Focuses on reducing recovery time and scarring
• Experienced in advanced endoscopic procedures
• Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers