Inguinal hernia Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Viktor Alexander Krol heads Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine at St. Martinus-Krankenhaus Düsseldorf, specializing in advanced gastrointestinal treatments.

• Director of the certified Obesity Treatment Center
• Expert in endoscopic and surgical weight loss procedures
• Uses latest diagnostic technologies for GI disorders
• Comprehensive approach to metabolic and cardiovascular conditions

Prof. Mehmet Tahir Oruç brings over 37 years of experience of surgical expertise, specializing in complex hernia repairs at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained in hepatobiliary and liver transplantation at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
• Associate professorship at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Chief of Clinic at Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Specialized in laparoscopic lower gastrointestinal surgery in Scotland

Professor Liang Xiaoxiao is the Department Director and Chief Physician in Neurorehabilitation. She holds a master’s degree in neurology. She is skilled in neuromodulation for disorders of consciousness, cognition, and movement. Her focus includes cases from cerebrovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, and related conditions. She also performs ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, limb spasticity, sialorrhea, and neuralgia.

Accreditations and roles: Member of the Neurorehabilitation, Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation, and Craniocerebral Trauma Rehabilitation Committees of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Standing Member of the Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation Committee of the Fujian Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Vice Chair of the Dementia and Cognitive Disorder Committee of the Xiamen Preventive Medicine Association. Vice President of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Standing Member of the Neuromodulation Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Recipient of the Most Beautiful Physician of Xiamen City (2024).

Dr. Yahya Ozel specializes in abdominal hernias with over three decades of experience, including advanced training in minimally invasive techniques at Tokyo University Hospital.

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic surgery for hernias
• Holds certifications in surgical endoscopy from prestigious institutions
• Academic faculty member contributing to medical education
• Works at Estexper Clinic, focusing on patient-centered care

Specialized in laparoscopic surgery with advanced training from Istanbul University – a leader in minimally invasive techniques.

• Over 16 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Advanced training in laparoscopic bariatric and oncological cancer surgery
• Performs minimally invasive hernia repairs for faster recovery

Dr. Daniela Dobritoiu specializes in pediatric surgery, focusing on minimally invasive techniques for rapid recovery and minimal trauma.

• Extensive experience in congenital malformations and urological pathologies
• Skilled in thoracoscopic and laparoscopic interventions
• Author of several scientific papers presented at international conferences
• Active member of professional medical societies

Dr. Alon Pikarsky brings over 39 years of experience of surgical expertise at Hadassah Medical Center, with a focus on colorectal and general surgery.

• Instructor in surgery since 1995, training future surgeons
• Board-certified in general surgery with extensive operative experience
• Director of surgical residency program guiding new specialists
• Senior lecturer at Hebrew University's School of Medicine
• Active member of multiple international surgical associations

Dr. Selin Kapan is a general surgery professor at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She specializes in gastrointestinal surgery and laparoscopic hernia repair. Dr. Kapan has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers in international medical journals. Her research focuses on perianal fistulas and hepatic hydatid disease.

• Performs bariatric procedures including gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Expert in hernia repair using laparoscopic and robotic techniques.
• Treats complex conditions like salivary gland tumors and pilonidal disease.
• Is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Hernia Society.

Dr. Cesar Canales Bedoya ranks among the top 5 general and digestive surgeons in Spain. He leads the General and Digestive Surgery Department at Hospital Ruber Internacional. Dr. Canales specializes in laparoscopic and Da Vinci robotic surgery for complex abdominal and oncologic cases.

• Completed his PhD with cum laude honors at the Autonomous University of Madrid.
• Winner of multiple national awards, including Forbes Top 100 Doctors.
• Author of over 70 scientific publications and the widely used Manual of Surgery.
• Served as the Head of Surgery for the multinational division in Bagram, Afghanistan.

Dr. Ehsan Sotoudeh is a general surgeon and laparoscopic specialist at EDEN AESTHETICS in Dubai. He holds a specific license for regenerative medicine, including stem cell and exosome therapies. Dr. Sotoudeh combines surgical techniques with aesthetic medicine to treat conditions like hernias and keloid scars.

• Performs stem cell rejuvenation and NAD+ therapies for anti-aging and vitality.
• Treats umbilical, inguinal, and incisional hernias using laparoscopic methods.
• Provides stem cell hair treatments and exosome-based regenerative protocols.
• Works at a clinic that serves over 12,000 patients annually in Dubai.

Dr. Kim Taekhyeon is a gastrointestinal surgeon and the Chief of Gastrointestinal Surgery at Naeun Hospital. He received his M.D. and M.S. from Chung-Ang University College of Medicine. He completed an internship at Sungae Hospital and a general surgery residency at Chung-Ang University Hospital. He then finished a fellowship in gastrointestinal surgery at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital. He previously served as an attending surgeon at Gwangmyeong Sungae Hospital.

His research covers survivin and HSP90 in colorectal cancer, second primary cancers in patients with gastric cancer, and Borrmann type IV gastric carcinoma. He reported outcomes of laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal inguinal hernia repair in 92 cases. His clinical practice includes cancers and diseases of the stomach, esophagus, and small bowel. He also treats hernias, gallstones and cholecystitis, appendicitis, anal disease, varicose veins, and burns.

Dr. Gunel Mammadova is a breast and general surgeon. She treats breast diseases and performs breast and abdominal cancer surgery. Her practice also includes proctology procedures and thyroid surgery. She performs colonoscopy, gastrostomy, and percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) placement. She provides surgical care for hernias and offers laparoscopic abdominal surgery. She also performs cholecystectomy and kidney transplantation.

Work experience: Marmara University (General Surgery); Memorial Şişli Hospital; Ege Hospital (General Surgery).

Specializes in general surgery with a focus on inguinal hernia procedures at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Over 29 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Performed numerous inguinal hernia repairs
• Works at a leading hospital in Turkey

Dr. Park Sundo is a specialist in gastrointestinal and general surgery at Naeun Hospital. His expertise includes colorectal, proctology, breast, thyroid, laparoscopic, biliary, pancreatic, and pediatric surgery.

Key treatments include proctologic surgery, such as hemorrhoidectomy and care for hemorrhoids and anal fistula. He performs laparoscopic surgery for gallstones (cholelithiasis) and appendicitis. His oncology care covers gastric and colorectal cancer. He also performs hernia repair. Breast and thyroid care includes treatment of tumors and Mammotome biopsy. He treats varicose veins and severe burns. Pediatric surgery includes hernia repair and general pediatric procedures.

Dr. Siripong Lakkhanawong is a specialist in plastic and general surgery at Somchai Clinic in Bangkok. He has treated over 25 years of medical cases with a focus on surgical safety. He performs a wide range of aesthetic procedures, including facial rejuvenation and body contouring. Dr. Lakkhanawong also holds expertise in family medicine to support overall patient health.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, deep plane facelifts, and breast augmentation surgeries.
• Performs complex body contouring like tummy tucks and 360 liposuction.
• Treats various surgical conditions, including hernias and salivary gland tumors.
• Works at Somchai Clinic, which serves 10,000 patients annually in Thailand.

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.

Dr. Rafał Marszałek serves as Head of the General Surgery Department at Legionowo Hospital. This facility is affiliated with the Military Medical Institute in Poland. He specializes in laparoscopic surgery for bariatric, oncologic, and general conditions. Dr. Marszałek centers his practice on minimally invasive techniques to speed up recovery.

• Leads a department that performs a high annual volume of surgical procedures.
• Performs gastric sleeve and metabolic surgery for long-term weight loss.
• Treats inguinal and umbilical hernias using laparoscopic repair methods.
• Provides surgical treatment for thyroid, breast, and gallbladder diseases.