Page 12 - Best surgeons: TOP 653 doctors

Prof. Cengiz Koksal specializes in cardiovascular surgery with over 34 years of experience at top Turkish hospitals, currently at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Led the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Expert in establishing and running cardiovascular surgery clinics
• Awarded Associate Professor title in Cardiovascular Surgery
• Extensive experience in both public and university hospital settings

Dr. Catalin Trifan specializes in advanced heart surgery, performing complex procedures like coronary artery bypass grafting and valve repair with precision.

• 11 years of experience of clinical experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive cardiac techniques for faster recovery
• Affiliated with top-tier medical institutions in Romania
• Committed to patient safety and postoperative care

Dr. Stefanie Veit specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgeries at Nordwest Clinic, with 26 years of experience of expertise in thymic tumor resection and hyperhidrosis treatment.

• Trained at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles
• Expert in stent placement and thoracic metastasis surgery
• Member of the German Society for Thoracic Surgery

Trained at Italy's Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori – Dr. Karaca specializes in complex liver and pancreatic surgeries at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• 20 years of experience in general surgery with focus on liver and pancreatic diseases
• Expertise in liver resections and bile duct reconstructions
• Associate Professor contributing to medical education in Turkey
• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society

Prof. Dr. Murat Kayabalı is a vascular and endovascular surgeon. He became a professor in 1996. He trained in arterial surgery at Charing Cross Hospital in 1989. He passed the European Board of Vascular Surgery exam in 2010.

He has performed more than 2,500 operations since 1985. These include Turkey’s first in-situ femoro-popliteal bypass in 1989 and the first endovascular aneurysm repair in 1998. His record includes 400 carotid endarterectomies, 150 EVARs, and more than 1,000 lower-extremity reconstructions. Since 2003, he has performed carotid, renal, and peripheral balloon-stent and hybrid procedures. He teaches at Istanbul Faculty. He has practiced at Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2003.

Dr. Michał Barwijuk is a graduate of the Medical University of Warsaw. He spent nearly a decade at the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Oncological Gynecology at the Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration in Warsaw (now the National Institute of Medicine). He provides care and performs advanced procedures in plastic, aesthetic, and reconstructive gynecology.

He is a respected trainer and lecturer. Over the past ten years, he has trained more than 500 specialists. He completed a leading program at the Institute of Aesthetic and Reconstructive Gynecology in Florida, USA. He co-authored “Plastic Gynecology – Surgery of the Female Intimate Organs” and “Minimally Invasive Techniques in Plastic Gynecology” (PZWL, 2018). His research advances plastic and aesthetic gynecology and brings new technologies into practice. He is expanding this work through the Barwijuk Clinics Clinical Research Center.

Dr. Ehsan Sotoudeh, MD, is a general surgeon, laparoscopic specialist, and aesthetic specialist. He has over 24 years of clinical experience with a focus on precision care and strong patient outcomes.

He is licensed in regenerative medicine, including stem cell therapy and exosome-based treatments. All services follow a regulated, physician-led model.

His care uses evidence-based protocols, advanced diagnostics, and individualized plans. He combines surgical, regenerative, and aesthetic methods to deliver safe, measurable results.

Dr. Boaz Liberman, MD, is an orthopedic oncologist and sarcoma surgeon for adults and children. He directs the Orthopedic Oncology Unit and serves as Vice Head of Orthopedic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. His focus is limb-sparing cancer surgery with functional reconstruction. He performs complex joint reconstruction, revision arthroplasty, MRgFUS, and reconstruction after bone metastases.

Education and training: MD, Tel Aviv University. Orthopedic surgery residency, Sheba Medical Center. Fellowships in Adult Reconstruction at Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, and in Orthopedic Oncology at Mount Sinai Hospital and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. He is board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery and in Orthopedic Oncology Surgery. He is a Clinical Instructor at Tel Aviv University. Memberships include the Israel Medical Association, Israel Orthopedic Association, AATB, and EATB. He also serves on national advisory committees. His research covers bone and soft tissue sarcomas, serum markers, imaging-guided therapies, MRI arthrography, and the biomechanics of bone treated with MRgFUS.

Professor Rangger is a top specialist in complex musculoskeletal surgeries and trains doctors globally. He performs highly complex procedures others often avoid.

• Specializes in joint replacement and arthroscopic surgery
• Forensic expert in medical malpractice cases
• Treats severe injuries, including for high-profile international patients
• Educated at the University of Innsbruck and University of San Diego
• Performed life-saving surgeries on extreme trauma cases

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik founded Istanbul Faculty of Medicine's Pediatric Surgery Department and authored key textbooks in the field.

• Over 49 years of experience specializing in pediatric surgery and urology
• Trained at London's renowned Hospital for Sick Children
• Author of 'Newborn Surgery' and other pediatric surgery textbooks
• Active member of Turkish Pediatric Surgery Society
• Continues practice at Florence Nightingale Hospital

Professor Kyzas leads in Head and Neck Surgery, pioneering 3D PSP reconstructive techniques with the highest success rates in the UK.

• Specializes in microvascular free tissue transfer for complex reconstructions
• Principal Investigator for international trials on laser resection in cancer
• Editor in Chief of the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Recipient of the Bronze National Clinical Excellence Award

Dr. Ahmet Tevfik Albayrak is a dedicated urologist specializing in sexual health, recognized by the European Society for Sexual Medicine (ESSM).

• Expert in diagnosing and treating various urological conditions with precision
• Stays updated with the latest advancements in sexual medicine
• Compassionate approach to patient care ensuring personalized treatment
• Affiliated with Andro Expertise Men's Health and Aesthetics

Specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgery using robotic and VATS techniques – known for faster recovery with small incisions at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expert in robotic thoracic surgery with da Vinci Xi system
• Performs complex pulmonary and mediastinal resections
• Skilled in uniportal VATS for reduced scarring
• Offers sternochondroplasty including Nuss procedure

Dr. Dogan Erdogan brings over 31 years of experience of cardiology expertise, including advanced training at Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab.

• Associate professor at Başkent University Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in comprehensive cardiac diagnostic and surgical procedures
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Istanbul University and Mayo Clinic
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex