Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Member of the Brazilian Society of Laser in Medicine and Surgery, Dr. Liuzzi specializes in aesthetic dermatology and modern beauty treatments.

• Combines high technology with advanced techniques
• Focuses on skin and hair care procedures
• Works in a welcoming clinic with a beautiful view

Performed 2,000+ hepatobiliary surgeries with 95% success rate – Prof. Aliosmanoglu leads the Organ Transplantation Unit at Medical Park Antalya.

• Completed 1,000+ liver transplants with 90% success rate
• Professor at Akdeniz University's General Surgery Department
• Managed Liver-Kidney-Pancreas Transplantation Unit at Akdeniz University Hospital
• Published research on liver protection and surgical techniques

Dr. Yoon Sik Kang is a general surgeon at Gibbeum Hospital in Seoul. He is the developer of the Kang Repair mesh-free hernia surgery. He has performed over 40,000 operations, including over 20,000 mesh-free repairs. Dr. Kang holds a Ph.D. from Seoul National University College of Medicine.

• Achieved a recurrence rate under 0.2% for his hernia repair technique.
• Ranked as the top proctology specialist by Dong-A Ilbo.
• Served as the former President of Daehang Hospital.
• Treated international patients from more than 50 countries.

Dr. Zukowska Dorota is a plastic surgeon at Elite Clinic in Warsaw. She holds rare dual second-degree specializations in both pediatric and plastic surgery. Dr. Zukowska earned her doctorate from the Medical University of Lodz. She treats aesthetic concerns through both surgical and non-surgical methods.

• Specializes in facial procedures including rhinoplasty and otoplasty.
• Performs upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty for rejuvenation.
• Expert in aesthetic medicine and corrective ear surgery.
• Practices at Elite Clinic, a facility operating in Warsaw since 1999.

Dr. Yunus Uysal specializes in robotic and advanced joint replacement surgeries, trained in Luxembourg and Nashville.

• Expert in hip and knee robotic replacement surgeries
• Completed advanced arthroplasty training with Turkish Society of Orthopaedics
• Specializes in developmental hip dysplasia treatments
• Member of International Congress for Joint Reconstruction

Specializes in robotic joint replacement and advanced trauma surgery at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Trained in kinematic knee replacement techniques
• Expert in minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures
• Published researcher in spinal biomechanics
• Certified in Stryker Mako robotic systems

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

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. Halil Alis specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, with a focus on bariatric and gastrointestinal procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in robotic-assisted surgeries using the Da Vinci system
• Extensive expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures
• Authored 74 papers in SCI and SCI-e journals, contributing to surgical advancements
• Member of prestigious international surgical associations including SAGES and EAES
• Holds leadership roles in surgical education and training

Andreas X. Papadopoulos, MD, PhD

Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgeon

Specialist in Robotic Surgery, Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine

Director of Sports Injuries Department, "Olympion" Medical Center

Dr. Andreas Ch. Papadopoulos is a highly accomplished Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 21 years of clinical excellence and a surgical portfolio exceeding 6,000 successful procedures. Dedicated to the forefront of orthopaedic science, he specializes in providing personalized, patient-centric care through the integration of cutting-edge technology and minimally invasive techniques.

Pioneering Robotic Surgery & Advanced Arthroscopy

As an expert in Robotic-Assisted Knee Arthroplasty, Dr. Papadopoulos utilizes the world’s most sophisticated systems to ensure sub-millimeter precision and rapid patient recovery:

• CORI System (Smith & Nephew): Advanced handheld robotic technology that allows for 100% personalized surgical mapping without the need for preoperative CT scans.

• ROSA System (Zimmer Biomet): Robotic guidance for perfect joint alignment and soft tissue balancing, tailored to the patient’s unique anatomy.

Core Surgical Expertise

• Shoulder Excellence: Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, instability management (Bankart repair), and Total/Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty.

• Knee Specialist: ACL/PCL reconstruction, meniscus repair, advanced cartilage therapies, and Total Knee Replacement.

• Orthopaedic Trauma: Expert management of complex fractures using internal/external fixation, non-union treatments, and "Damage Control" Orthopaedics.

• Spine Care: Kyphoplasty and advanced surgical management of vertebral fractures.

• Regenerative Medicine: Extensive experience in biological therapies, including PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) and biological growth factors.

Professional Leadership & Social Impact

• Olympion Medical Center (2005 – Present): Director of the Sports Injuries Unit, leading a high-volume surgical department performing 250 major operations annually.

• Sports Medicine Consultant: Trusted medical advisor for professional organizations, including the Hellenic Basketball Federation and Promitheas Patras BC (EuroCup).

• Humanitarian Mission (2016 – Present): Lead Orthopaedic Surgeon in voluntary medical missions via offshore boats to the remote Aegean Islands, providing specialized care to underserved populations in Greece.

Education & Academic Background

• PhD in Orthopaedic Surgery: University of Patras (Graduated with "Honors").

• MD (Medical Degree): University of Patras (Latsis Foundation Scholar).

• Surgical Fellowship: ESSSE-SECEC Fellowship in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery (Würzburg, Germany).

• Certifications: GMC Specialist Registration (UK), ATLS Certified.

Scientific Research & International Recognition

• Publications: Author of 25 peer-reviewed articles in international journals (PubMed/Scopus), primarily focused on trauma and arthroscopic advancements.

• Global Impact: Over 450 citations (h-index: 8) and 100+ presentations at major international congresses (EFORT, ESSKA, SECEC, AAOS).

• Awards: * 1st Prize for Innovation "Klaus Klemm" (Gerhard Küntscher Society).

• AO Research Grant (AO/ASIF Foundation).

• Excellence Award in Sports Medicine (Hellenic Medical Society for Sports).

3,500+ robotic surgeries performed – Dr. Tvaruzek leads the Center of Robotic Surgery at St. Zdislava Hospital.

• Certified expert by Intuitive Surgical for Da Vinci robots
• Specializes in prostatectomy with erectile function preservation
• Performs transoral, thyroid, and bariatric surgeries with robotic precision
• Member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Bariatric Surgery

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

Dr. Manuela Seifert leads the Breast Cancer Center at Solingen Clinic, specializing in breast-sparing surgeries and aesthetic reconstructions.

• Over 26 years of experience of experience in gynecology and breast health
• Expert in breast-sparing techniques and plastic reconstruction
• Head of the Breast Cancer Center at Solingen Clinic
• Focuses on personalized care and psychological support

Dr. Kittisak Vichachai is the Hospital Director at Lelux Hospital in Bangkok. He is a dual board-certified surgeon in both General and Plastic Surgery. Dr. Vichachai has practiced surgical medicine since 1989. He trained at Chulalongkorn University and Phramongkutklao College of Medicine.

• Specializes in breast augmentation, rhinoplasty, and facial rejuvenation.
• Performs complex body contouring like abdominoplasty and hip augmentation.
• Holds dual board certifications in General Surgery and Plastic Surgery.
• Manages surgical care at Lelux Hospital, a specialized 25-plus year facility.

Dr. Mario Bertoli heads the Orthopedics Department at St. Zdislava Hospital, specializing in joint arthroscopic surgeries of all complexities.

• 20 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Expert in hip and shoulder replacement procedures
• Performs surgeries using advanced arthroscopic techniques
• One of the top orthopedic surgeons in the Czech Republic

Over 1,000 laparoscopic and robotic-assisted GI & metabolic surgeries annually – Dr. Copaescu pioneers minimally invasive techniques in Romania.

• Head of General Surgery Department at Ponderas Academic Hospital
• Director of the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
• 33 years of experience training surgeons in minimally invasive techniques
• Associated Professor at two leading Romanian medical universities