Page 5 - Best transplant surgeons: TOP 134 doctors

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

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

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

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

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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

Dr Cevat Azeroglu specializes in advanced diagnostic imaging, supporting precise medical decisions in Transplantology at Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• Over 39 years of experience of experience in radiology
• Expert in CT, MRI, and ultrasound imaging for transplant assessments
• Trained at Ondokuz Mayıs University with a focus on interventional radiology
• Provides minimally invasive procedures guided by advanced imaging

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. 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

Prof. Karaca specializes in liver and kidney transplantation at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital, with over 24 years of experience of surgical experience.

• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Former head of the Liver and Bile Ducts Clinic in Ankara
• Published award-winning research on laparoscopic techniques
• Professor at Başkent University's General Surgery Department

Prof. Karakayali specializes in transplantology at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital with multiple awards for surgical excellence.

• Over 19 years of experience of experience in general surgery and transplantology
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic in colorectal surgery techniques
• Recipient of several national and international awards for surgical research
• Professor at Başkent University, a leading institution in Turkey

Specializing in kidney transplants and nephrology, Dr. Erkalma brings extensive expertise to Biruni University Hospital.

• Board-certified in nephrology with over 15 years of experience of experience
• Member of the European Renal Association and Transplantation Immunology Association
• Focuses on chronic kidney disease and acute renal failure management
• Trained at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's leading medical schools

Over 19 years of experience focused exclusively on organ transplantation, Dr. Ertan Emek works at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University, a leading medical school
• Specializes in hepatopancreatobiliary transplants
• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)
• Performs both liver and kidney transplant procedures

Dr. Derya Zengin Metli specializes in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, helping patients regain mobility and reduce pain at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Expert in musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation
• Focuses on post-surgical recovery and sports injuries
• Provides personalized chronic pain management therapies
• Patient-centered approach with evidence-based practices

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

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