Cholelithiasis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Cesar Levano Linares is a colorectal specialist at Fundación Jiménez Díaz in Madrid. He holds European Accreditation in Laparoscopic Surgery from EACCME. Dr. Levano Linares earned his PhD in Medicine from the Autonomous University of Madrid. He works at Centro PAD, recognized by Newsweek as a World's Best Smart Hospital.

• Specializes in laparoscopic colorectal surgery and robotic low anterior resection.
• Obtained a diploma in laparoscopic surgery from Louis Pasteur University in France.
• Completed a master’s in colorectal and pelvic floor surgery at the University of Zaragoza.
• Treats complex conditions including incisional hernias, ulcerative colitis, and rectal prolapse.

Professor Rifaat Safadi leads the liver disease unit at Hadassah Medical Center, with over 38 years of experience specializing in hepatology.

• Trained under Professor Scott Friedman at Sinai School of Medicine
• Multiple award-winner for liver fibrosis research
• Member of international liver study associations
• Editorial board member of Clinical Science journal

Dr. Shimon Reif serves as a WHO expert in pediatric digestive tract conditions and heads the Pediatric Department at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Specializes in pediatric liver and GI tract illnesses
• Over 34 years of experience of experience in pediatric gastroenterology
• Trained in pediatric gastroenterology at The Women & Children's Hospital of Buffalo (USA)
• Author of 50 research articles on gastrointestinal and liver conditions in children
• Member of multiple prestigious medical associations including the American Gastroenterological Association

Prof. Nihat Okcu specializes in gastroenterology at Pendik Medipol University Hospital, with extensive research published on upper GI conditions.

• Graduated from Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine in 1981
• Specialist in internal diseases since 1985
• Over 20 publications on gastrointestinal research
• Focuses on endoscopic diagnostic and treatment methods

Specializes in liver and digestive health, with training from Ege University and Ankara Hacettepe Hospital.

• Over 17 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Expertise in viral hepatitis and autoimmune liver diseases
• Trained in biological medicine approaches
• Member of gastroenterology departments in Turkey

Specializes in bile duct and pancreatic surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – key expertise for complex gallstone cases.

• Expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Focuses on oncological and metabolic surgeries
• Skilled in both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

Dr. Cagdas Erdogan is an Associate Professor and gastroenterologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Erdogan has authored 40 publications in journals like Scientific Reports and Endoscopy. He treats complex conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and liver cirrhosis.

• Performs specialized procedures including ERCP, EUS, EMR, and peroral endoscopic myotomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions using techniques like endoscopic submucosal dissection.
• Uses double-balloon enteroscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Applies stem cell therapy for patients with liver cirrhosis and ulcerative colitis.

Dr. Ferlitsch is a leading specialist in gastroenterology and hepatology, with multiple awards for his research and clinical work.

• Completed medical studies at the University of Vienna
• Trained in gastroenterology and hepatology at Vienna General Hospital
• Established the hepatic hemodynamics laboratory at the Medical University of Vienna
• Head of the Department for Internal Medicine I at Hospital of the Barmherzigen Brüder Vienna
• Multiple Best Abstract Awards from UEGW

Specializes in gastroenterology since 1995 – performs a wide range of procedures including liver needle biopsy and esophageal varicose interventions.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Over 24 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology
• Performs advanced endoscopic procedures like chromoendoscopy
• Expert in treating complex gastrointestinal bleeding cases

36 years of experience specializing in gastroenterology – Dr. Rossol brings deep expertise in liver and digestive disorders at Nordwest Clinic.

• Fellow of the European Board of Gastroenterology
• Advanced training in interventional sonography and endoscopic therapies
• Member of multiple prestigious liver and digestive disease associations
• Published in national and international medical journals

Professor Doctor Ali Solmaz brings 19 years of experience of surgical expertise, specializing in gallbladder conditions at Erdem Hospital.

• Associate Professor at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Editorial board member for multiple gastroenterology journals
• Specialized in laparoscopic techniques for gallbladder removal

25 years of experience specializing in Upper GI and Weight Loss Surgeries – Dr. Palep is among India's first surgeons trained in advanced bariatric techniques in Los Angeles.

• Performs robotic GI surgery with greater precision and faster recovery
• Only 1% of patients experience significant morbidity – meets global standards
• 90% of diabetic patients achieve insulin independence post-surgery
• Trained in Italy for robotic GI surgery techniques
• Department certified as a Center of Excellence by IEF

Specializing in liver and digestive disorders, Assoc. Prof. Binnur Simsek brings extensive experience in hepatology and gastroenterology at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Subspecialty in Gastroenterohepatology from Istanbul University
• Expertise in hepatic cirrhosis, portal hypertension, and liver cancer
• Member of Turkish Association for the Study of the Liver
• Over 39 years of experience in gastroenterology practice

Associate Professor Meryem Keceli Basaran specializes in pediatric gastroenterology at Biruni University Hospital, with a focus on digestive system disorders.

• Member of ESPGHAN – European Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition
• Expertise in treating food allergies related to the digestive system
• Special interest in acute and chronic pancreatitis
• Experienced in pre and post-liver transplantation care

Assoc. Dr. Ozturk leads the Gastroenterology Clinic at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital, with extensive experience in digestive health.

• Specialized in Gastroenterology with advanced training at Medeniyet University
• Member of Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society
• Awarded for research presentations in national and international congresses
• Chief Resident at Health Sciences University, mentoring future specialists

Dr. Cheon Won Seok is the Director of Gastroenterology at Naeun Hospital in Incheon. He is a recognized medical advisor for major South Korean networks like KBS and MBC. Dr. Cheon is a board-certified subspecialist in gastrointestinal endoscopy. He works at a KOIHA-accredited facility that treats 20,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for gastric and esophageal cancers.
• Treats inflammatory bowel diseases including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
• Expert in small-bowel capsule endoscopy and Helicobacter pylori infection management.
• Life member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

With over 34 years of experience in gastroenterology, Dr. Holovyna specializes in digestive disorders at Sana Vita clinic.

• Expert in both digestive health and clinical nutrition
• Member of European Association for the Study of the Liver
• Practices evidence-based therapy combined with diet correction
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans

Dr. Homayoon is a Specialist Gastroenterologist with over 13 years of experience of focused experience in gastroenterology and hepatology, trained at one of Iran's top medical universities.

• Expertise in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and total colonoscopy
• Specializes in liver fibro scan for accurate diagnosis
• Experienced in managing a wide range of gastrointestinal and hepatic disorders
• Graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, known for its advanced transplant center

Specializes in laparoscopic gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) and treating gallstone disease at Dievo Surgery Center.

• Experienced in handling complex cases of gallstone disease
• Performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures
• Treats associated conditions like stones in the bile ducts