Gastroenterology Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Prof. Nitzan leads the Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Department at Tel Aviv Medical Center, specializing in advanced treatments for Crohn's and colitis.

• Director of the unique Bacteriotherapies Clinic, pioneering microbiome-based treatments
• Completed a specialized fellowship in IBD and immunology at University of North Carolina
• Senior lecturer at Tel Aviv University's medical school
• Active member of the European Crohn's and Colitis Organization
• Author of over 80 professional publications on gastroenterology topics

Pioneer of interventional endoscopy in Israel – Dr. Santo co-founded the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and heads the Gastroenterology Department at Sourasky Medical Center.

• First in Israel to use interventional ultrasound for precise diagnostics
• Specializes in complex pancreas and liver disease diagnostics
• Leads a top gastroenterology department with 37 years of experience of leadership
• Member of prestigious American and European gastroenterology associations

Assistant Professor at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, specializing in Gastroenterology with a focus on internal medicine.

• Graduated from Izmir Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialization in Internal Diseases at Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Extensive experience in community health and disaster response
• Currently serving at a leading brain and neurological health facility

Prof. Schoppmann is a pioneer in minimally invasive esophagectomy, introducing robotic techniques at Wiener Privatklinik.

• 25 years of experience specializing in esophageal and gastric malignancies
• Head of Upper GI Surgery Unit at Medical University of Vienna
• Published extensively on cancer biomarkers and tumor microenvironment
• Active in shaping international oncology treatment guidelines

Professor Rafael Bruck is the Chief Gastroenterologist at Sourasky Medical Center, with over 47 years of experience of expertise in digestive and liver diseases.

• Specializes in treating complex conditions of the pancreas and liver
• Expert in advanced protocols for viral hepatitis B and C
• Member of the Israeli Association of Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases
• Treats a wide range of gastrointestinal cancers

Dr. Bentov specializes in pediatric gastroenterology, treating conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and performing endoscopic procedures for children at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Fellowship-trained in pediatric gastroenterology at Dana-Dwek Children's Hospital
• Member of European Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
• Lecturer in pediatric medicine at Tel Aviv University since 2012
• Focuses on managing celiac disease and eosinophilic esophagitis in children

Prof. Schindl specializes in hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery and liver transplantation – key areas for complex abdominal conditions at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Over 32 years of experience of experience in visceral and transplant surgery
• Professor of Surgery at Medical University of Vienna
• Expert in liver regeneration and surgical oncology outcomes
• Senior consultant for complex oncologic abdominal surgery
• Published extensively on HPB surgery and liver transplantation

Dr. Krol leads a certified Obesity Treatment Center at St. Martinus-Krankenhaus Düsseldorf, combining surgical and endoscopic expertise for comprehensive digestive care.

• Chief of Gastroenterology with 26 years of experience of experience
• Specializes in advanced pancreatic and liver disease management
• Uses cutting-edge endoscopic techniques for precise diagnostics
• Integrates cardiology and diabetology expertise into GI treatments

Chief Surgeon at Germany's first certified colorectal cancer center – Dr. Schenker specializes in minimally invasive gastrointestinal oncology surgery.

• 19 years of experience of experience in visceral surgery
• Leads the Department of Surgery at Academic Hospital Solingen
• Pioneered modern surgical methods and post-op recovery
• Trained in pancreatic surgery and transplantation
• Active researcher and lecturer in gastrointestinal oncology

Dr. Zhang Jian Ping is the Director and Chief Physician of Gastrointestinal Surgery at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He is a primary expert in gastrointestinal and colorectal oncology in Jiangsu Province. Dr. Zhang has completed thousands of surgical procedures over four decades of practice. He treats gastric tumors, colorectal cancer, and severe acid reflux.

• Specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic and endoscopic tumor resection.
• Performs metabolic and bariatric surgery for obesity and metabolic syndrome.
• Serves as a peer reviewer for the National Natural Science Foundation of China.
• Vice Chair of the Minimally Invasive Committee for the Jiangsu Medical Doctor Association.

Dr. Yahya Ozel trained in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery at Tokyo University Hospital – a global leader in minimally invasive techniques.

• 31 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Certified in surgical endoscopy with Turkish Surgical Proficiency
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University

Specializing in laparoscopic surgery for over 16 years of experience – Dr. Al trained at Istanbul University's top programs.

• Advanced training in laparoscopic antireflux and bariatric surgery
• Expertise in minimally invasive procedures for gastrointestinal conditions
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a leading facility in Turkey
• Specialized in oncological cancer surgery techniques

Pioneer in submucosal endoscopic dissection – Dr Sanchez Yague introduced this technique to Spain and was the first worldwide to use the 15mm AXIOS stent.

• 27 years of experience specializing in gastroenterology
• Fellow of both American College of Gastroenterology and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Gold Medal recipient from Andalusian Society for Digestive Disease
• Coauthor of European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy reference guides

Professor Doganay has 25 years of experience in gastroenterology, specializing in liver and digestive disorders with award-winning research at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Board-certified with subspecialty training at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Editor for World Journal of Hepatology and other leading journals
• Recipient of multiple awards from Turkish Gastroenterology Association
• Board member of the Turkish Liver Research Association
• Former Clinic Chief at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital

Subspecialized in gastroenterology at Ege University – Seymur Aslanov performs advanced endoscopic procedures like ERCP and stenting.

• 8 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology
• Expert in managing inflammatory bowel diseases and digestive system cancers
• Skilled in endoscopic treatments like argon plasma coagulation and polypectomy
• Member of the Izmir Medical Chamber

Specialist in gastroenterology for 14 years of experience with advanced training from Korea University – Dr. Binicier focuses on complex digestive disorders at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Expert in endoscopic techniques like ESD and ERCP for precise treatment
• Specializes in early detection of stomach and colon cancers
• Trained in advanced polyp removal methods (EMR/ESD)
• Performs therapeutic procedures for inflammatory bowel diseases

Dr. Yu Yeonghun is a gastrointestinal surgeon with a Ph.D. in Medicine. He specializes in hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) diseases and cancers. His focus includes liver, pancreas, biliary tract, and gallbladder cancers, as well as cholelithiasis and other gallbladder diseases.

He completed his internship and general surgery residency at CHA Bundang Medical Center. He then finished an HPB surgery fellowship at Samsung Medical Center. He has served as Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at Konkuk University Choongju Hospital and at Samsung Medical Center. He later became Professor of Surgery at Eulji University Hospital.

He is a Lifetime Member of The Korean Surgical Society and the Korean Association of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery (KAHBPS). He serves on the KAHBPS Planning Committee and Tumor Registry Committee.

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).