Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Prof. Dr. Hamdi Er specializes in advanced retinal and cataract surgeries, trained at top institutions like Moorfields Eye Hospital and Doheny Eye Institute.

• Fellowship-trained at leading US and UK eye centers
• Member of American and European retina specialist societies
• Performs complex retinal transplants and innovative lens replacements
• Over 29 years of experience of ophthalmology experience

Pioneer of laser prostate surgery in Barcelona – Dr. Batista uses minimally invasive techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 41 years of experience specializing in functional and pediatric urology
• First in Barcelona to use GreenLight, Thulium, and Holmium lasers
• Founder of Uroclínica – Teknon's leading urology unit
• Fellowship-trained at Harvard's Children's Hospital and Boston University
• Author of 102 articles and 84 scientific reports

Over 28 years of experience of orthopedic expertise – Dr. Turan specializes in advanced joint and trauma surgery.

• Trained at Northwestern University Medical School
• Member of American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Specializes in arthroscopic procedures
• Extensive experience in joint reconstruction

Performed over 1,000 surgeries including laparoscopic hernia repairs – Dr. Karli brings extensive expertise to Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Certified in endoscopic procedures like colonoscopy and gastroscopy
• Trained at Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Experienced in emergency and elective surgical cases

Performed Turkey's first bionic eye surgery – Dr. Akkan specializes in advanced retinal and cataract procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Recipient of the TOD Best Surgical Video Award in 2016
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Vitreoretinal Society
• Specializes in LASIK, LASEK, and ReLEx SMILE eye surgeries
• Over 24 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology

Dr. Turunc specializes in kidney and liver transplants, with extensive experience in transplant surgeries at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 26 years of experience in general surgery with a focus on transplants
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Member of the National Association of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery
• Responsible specialist for kidney transplant centers at multiple hospitals

Associate Professor specializing in reproductive medicine and clinical trials – Dr. Polat blends surgical expertise with advanced research.

• Completed Master's in Clinical Trials at the University of London
• Subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine at American Hospital
• Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Istanbul Goztepe Hospital
• Graduated from Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Carlos Garcia Vasquez is a general surgeon at Centro PAD in Madrid. He holds a patent for a prosthetic implantation system for abdominal wall surgery. Dr. Garcia Vasquez serves as Associate Head of Surgery at Infanta Elena University Hospital. He earned his PhD in Surgery with summa cum laude honors.

• Certified in robotic surgery using the Da Vinci X, Xi, and 5 platforms.
• Specially trained in laparoscopic surgery at IRCAD in Strasbourg, France.
• Focuses on minimally invasive colorectal, proctologic, and abdominal wall procedures.
• Member of the Spanish Association of Surgeons and the Spanish Association of Coloproctology.

Dr. Sedat Karademir is a transplant surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He focuses on hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery and liver transplantation. He completed a clinical fellowship in organ transplantation at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Karademir has also conducted research with the UCLA Liver Transplant Program.

• Serves as the general surgery department coordinator at Anadolu Medical Center.
• Former head of Organ Transplantation and HPB Surgery at Ankara Güven Hospital.
• Active member of the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association.
• Performs Whipple surgery and robotic cholecystectomy for complex cases.

Fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon at Cleveland Clinic – Prof. Aytac specializes in minimally invasive and robotic techniques for complex abdominal procedures at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• 15 years of experience of surgical experience focusing on colorectal diseases
• Published 150+ international research papers on surgical outcomes
• Multiple award-winning researcher, including from the American College of Surgeons
• Board-certified in both Turkey and Europe for colorectal surgery
• Specializes in inflammatory bowel disease and gastrointestinal oncology cases

Dr. Michel Salameh is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has performed 3,000+ procedures. He specializes in high-definition body contouring and facial rejuvenation across Brazil and Lebanon. Dr. Salameh completed his training in an SBCP-accredited program at Hospital da Plástica in Rio de Janeiro.

• Specialist in intramuscular fat injection techniques like UGRAFT and Ultra HD.
• Expert in deep plane facelifts and complex post-bariatric body reconstruction.
• Uses Argoplasma, Renuvion, and Morpheus technologies for skin tightening.
• Works at a JCI-accredited clinic with a 99.9% reported success rate.

Prof. Dr. Antanas Mickevicius is a lead bariatric surgeon with advanced training at top European hospitals, ensuring high safety and quality in every procedure.

• Specializes in gastric bypass, sleeve, and revisional bariatric surgeries
• Trains other surgeons in laparoscopic and bariatric techniques
• Works with the latest Karl Storz laparoscopic equipment
• Member of IFSO and European Society of Surgical

Dr. Ron Arbel is a pioneer in cartilage regeneration and arthroscopic techniques, treating Israel's national volleyball team.

• Specializes in sports injuries and joint replacements
• Expert in stem cell therapy and biological reconstruction
• Head of Orthopedic Department at Ichilov Medical Center
• Member of prestigious international orthopedic associations

Trained at Houston's MD Anderson Cancer Center, Prof. Dr. Samet Yardimci specializes in advanced laparoscopic and digestive system surgeries.

• Turkey's top scorer in gastroenterology surgery specialization exam
• Established Turkey's first inflammatory bowel disease surgery unit
• Over 23 years of experience of experience in advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Former faculty member at Marmara University Medical School

Expert in minimally invasive surgery with a focus on digestive tract procedures. Dr. Diez-Caballero Alonso combines academic excellence with practical surgical expertise.

• Specializes in laparoscopic techniques for faster recovery
• Lectured on laparoscopic surgery at University of Navarre
• Member of European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
• Associate Clinical Lecturer with extensive teaching background

Prof. Ofer Yossefovitz is a leading expert in robotic and laparoscopic urological surgery at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• 32 years of experience specializing in oncological urology and complex prostate surgeries
• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, a global leader in cancer care
• Heads the oncological urology department at Ichilov Hospital
• Published numerous research papers on urological surgery techniques
• Member of European and American urology associations

Dr. Guy Lahat specializes in soft tissue sarcoma and gastrointestinal malignancies, combining surgical expertise with groundbreaking translational research at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Fellowship-trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Focuses on molecular interactions in tumor microenvironments
• Member of the Society of Surgical Oncology and Connective Tissue Oncology Society
• Recipient of the Connie & Jim Walter Fellowship in Sarcoma Research

Dr. Jordi Antoni Vives is a specialist in gynecology and obstetrics at Teknogin (Centro Médico Teknon, Barcelona). He focuses on gynecologic oncology surgery, complex uterine and pelvic pathology, and tumor board coordination. He has led Obstetrics at Hospital CIMA since 2015. He has been a consultant physician at Parc Taulí since 1990.

Education/accreditations: Degree in Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona (1983). MIR residency in Gynecology and Obstetrics (1990). European University Diploma in Operative Endoscopy in Gynecology, advanced level (2000). Da Vinci robotic surgery accreditation (2010). Training stays at Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale (1994 and 1999).

Leadership/memberships/awards: Coordinator and president of the Functional Unit of Gynecologic Oncology and the Tumor Committee at Parc Taulí. Member of the Spanish, Catalan, and European Societies of Gynecology and Obstetrics, and of the GEICO Cervical Cancer Committee. President of the collegiate section of Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Official College of Physicians of Barcelona. Professional Excellence Award (2015) and Top Doctors Awards 2016.

Dr. Rafal Kuzlik is a gynecologist and reconstructive surgeon at SaskaMed in Warsaw. He authored the internationally recognized One Cut, Linear Z, and Double O surgical techniques. These methods focus on aesthetic and functional gynecology. Dr. Kuzlik has performed approximately 10,000 operations. He practices in both Poland and Dubai.

• Developed original techniques for labiaplasty and clitoral repositioning.
• Served as former Head of Gynecology at EMC St. Anne’s Hospital.
• General Secretary of the World Academy of Regenerative and Aesthetic Gynecology.
• Trains physicians globally on surgical techniques in functional gynecology.

Prof. Andreas Sesterhenn specializes in minimally invasive, robotic-assisted surgeries for head and neck cancers with incisions under 1 cm.

• Over 26 years of experience of experience in otolaryngology and plastic surgery
• Chief Physician of ENT and Head & Neck Surgery at Solingen Clinic
• Performs endoscopic tumor removals through nasal passages
• Author of 78+ research papers on surgical techniques