Page 5 - Best transplant surgeons: TOP 134 doctors

Specializes in kidney transplantation at Manipal Hospitals, one of India's leading centers for nephrology care.

• Nephrologist with extensive experience in renal transplants
• Focuses on comprehensive pre- and post-transplant care
• Works with advanced immunosuppressive therapy protocols

Dr. Erdem Gelegen specializes in advanced eye surgeries, including corneal transplants, at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• 22 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology and eye surgery
• Expert in phacoemulsification and premium intraocular lens implantation
• Skilled in laser techniques for refractive surgery
• Specializes in retinal diseases and glaucoma management
• Patient-focused approach with precision in microsurgery

Dr. Sandeep Attawar has performed over 10,000 heart surgeries and specializes in heart and lung transplants with an 85-90% success rate at Global Hospital Chennai.

• Director of Cardiac Surgery & Thoracic Organ Transplant Program at Gleneagles Global Health City
• Member of The International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation
• Expert in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted cardiothoracic procedures
• Over 28 years of experience of experience in cardiac surgery and transplants

300+ renal transplants performed by Dr. Anil Kumar, a globally recognized expert in transplantation at Global Hospital Chennai.

• Specializes exclusively in renal transplants
• Speaker at international transplant conferences
• Recognized worldwide for transplant expertise

Dr. Vivek Vij has performed 500+ liver transplants with a biliary complication rate under 4% – one of the lowest worldwide. He pioneered living donor surgery techniques in India.

• 25 years of experience specializing in liver transplantation and hepatobiliary sciences
• Developed safety protocols achieving 100% donor safety since program inception
• First in the Indian subcontinent to perform laparoscopic donor hepatectomy
• Founder of Fortis Hospitals' liver transplant program
• Expertise in complex liver resections and GI cancer surgeries

Leading liver transplant surgeon – Dr. Soin heads the Institute for Liver Transplantation at Medanta Hospital.

• Specializes in living donor liver transplants
• of experience in transplant surgery
• Pioneer in liver transplantation techniques in India

Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu brings extensive surgical expertise to Transplantology, with a focus on gastrointestinal and endocrine procedures at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Specializes in laparoscopic techniques for faster recovery
• Experienced in treating complex gallbladder and thyroid conditions
• Fluent in English for clear patient communication
• Graduated from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine

Head of Nephrology and Transplantation at BLK Super Speciality Hospital – Dr. Prakash specializes in kidney transplants with international recognition.

• 31 years of experience leading nephrology departments in top Indian hospitals
• Recipient of multiple grants from the International Society of Nephrology
• Fellowship-trained at All India Institute of Medical Sciences
• Active member of 10+ nephrology and transplant societies worldwide

Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke specializes in complex laparoscopic transplant surgeries at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, with of expertise in the field.

• Founding member of the Basic Science Committee and scientific advisory board
• Recipient of numerous awards for contributions to transplantology
• Published extensive research on advanced surgical techniques
• Expert in minimally invasive procedures for transplant patients

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural specializes in endocrine surgery with advanced training at Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

• 36 years of experience of experience in thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland surgeries
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
• Board member and Secretary General of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Fellowship-trained in translational medicine at Ottawa University
• Active member of multiple international surgical societies

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Prof. Dr. Walter Zidek specializes in kidney transplant aftercare and metabolic diseases at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, one of Europe's leading university hospitals.

• of experience in nephrology and transplantology
• Expert in managing complications post-kidney transplant
• Board member of the Berlin Medical Society since 2000
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals

Dr Nimet Ozcan specializes in dermatology with over 12 years of experience of experience, focusing on both medical and cosmetic skin treatments.

• Expert in acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin infections
• Skilled in early detection and surgical excision of skin cancers
• Provides cosmetic treatments like dermal fillers and laser therapy
• Offers personalized care for pediatric dermatology cases

Dr. Durgatosh Pandey is a surgical oncologist with of expertise, pioneering roles in cancer research and treatment.

• Founder member of Lung Cancer Consortium Asia and Esophageal cancer consortium
• Trustee member of Indian Co-operative Oncology Network
• Authored a book on science and philosophy
• Published various papers in oncology

Dr. Akkaya specializes in dermatology with 41 years of experience of experience, focusing on both medical and cosmetic skin treatments at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Expert in treating psoriasis, eczema, and acne
• Skilled in dermato-oncology with surgical interventions
• Offers non-invasive cosmetic procedures like fillers and peels
• Proficient in laser therapies for skin and hair conditions

Performed India's first liver transplant on a 6-month-old baby – Dr. Gupta leads the Liver Transplant and Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Department at Apollo Hospitals.

• Developed a new method of liver resection in donors to increase safety
• Specializes in complex liver transplants for rare and severe conditions
• Trained in the UK at Queen Elizabeth Hospital and St. James's University Hospital
• Recipient of the Indian Society of Clinical Excellence Award

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