Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 17

Dr. Riad Hadad heads the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder department at Assuta – a leader in gastrointestinal cancer surgery.

• Specializes in surgical oncology with over of experience
• Fellowship-trained at University of Toronto's renowned medical center
• Author of 60+ scientific publications on gastrointestinal cancers
• Member of European Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association

Senior pediatric surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for small patients.

• Over 38 years of experience of experience in pediatric and neonatal surgery
• Trained in advanced minimally invasive techniques in Berlin
• Author of 17 scientific articles and textbook chapters
• Member of European and Israeli pediatric surgical societies

Lael Anson Best specializes in thoracic surgery at Rambam Medical Center, focusing on advanced chest procedures.

• Over of experience in thoracic surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for chest conditions
• Member of leading thoracic surgery associations

15,000+ surgical procedures performed – Dr. de Lacy is a pioneer in minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery at Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

• Performs 1,000+ minimally invasive surgeries annually
• World's first to remove gallbladder through the mouth
• Founder of TaTME technique for rectal cancer
• President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe

Performed over 34,000 surgeries – Dr. Ahmetoglu specializes in ophthalmology with a focus on high-volume surgical cases at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital.

• Board-certified with 23 years of experience of experience
• Published 60 scientific papers in ophthalmology
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Dr. Datli specializes in complex reconstructive surgeries, including microsurgery techniques learned at ASAN Medical Centre in Seoul.

• Expert in face and neck lifts, mommy makeovers, and lipedema surgery
• Fellowship-trained in microsurgery – ideal for delicate reconstructions
• Published multiple studies on innovative flap techniques for wound healing
• Practices at Liv Hospital Ulus, a leading facility in Istanbul

Dr. Levhi Akin specializes in advanced general and laparoscopic surgeries at Liv Hospital Ulus, with a focus on digestive system disorders.

• 40 years of experience of surgical experience
• Performs minimally invasive procedures like laparoscopic gallbladder removal
• Specializes in complex cases including pancreatic and colon cancers
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations

Dr. Rák Péter is a dentist specializing in dentoalveolar surgery. He graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Debrecen in 2022. He started at the Municipal Oral Surgery Department. He later joined the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Debrecen. There he gained extensive experience and performed complex oral surgical procedures. In 2026 he became board-certified in dentoalveolar surgery.

His practice focuses on wisdom tooth extraction, dental implant surgery, and bone grafting and augmentation. He pursues continuous professional development. He regularly attends national and international courses and conferences. He provides modern, evidence-based, minimally invasive care.

Professor Koray Acarli is a liver, pancreas, and bile duct surgery specialist with over 36 years of experience of experience, focusing on complex HPB cancers.

• Fellowship-trained in liver transplantation at Mount Sinai in New York
• Former Head of the Organ Transplant Center at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Specializes in removing difficult-to-treat benign and malignant tumors
• Expert in procedures for gallstones, strictures, and pancreatitis

Specialized in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Pera combines extensive training with a passion for patient care at Hospitaprime Clinic.

• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Expert in complex dental and facial reconstructions
• Founder of Hospitaprime Clinic, focusing on advanced dental services
• Rotations in Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, and Plastic Surgery

Associate Professor Burak Özkan brings international expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgery, trained in Japan, Belgium, and Korea.

• 17 years of experience of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Specializes in complex keloid scar treatment and reconstructive procedures
• Active member of EURAPS and International Society of Burn Injuries
• Holds leadership roles in Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Society
• Fellowship-trained at prestigious institutions including Juntendo University and Asan Medical Center

Dr. Ali Cem Oktay specializes in transformative plastic surgery, focusing on breast lifts and rhinoplasty at Private Çevre Hospital.

• Active in plastic surgery research and continuous education
• Member of Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Trained at Mersin University, a leading institution in Turkey
• Specializes in both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures

Dr. Kulaksiz specializes in rhinoplasty and ENT surgeries, bringing focused expertise to Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• PhD in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) from Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Skilled in patient assessment and comprehensive postoperative care
• Expertise in advanced surgical techniques for ENT conditions