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Dr. David (Dudi) Mishali, MD, is Director of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He treats infants and children with congenital heart defects. His work includes rare, high-risk anomalies and complex newborn reconstructions.

He trained internationally. He completed his residency at Rabin Medical Center and clinical fellowships in cardiac surgery at the Cleveland Clinic and in congenital pediatric cardiothoracic surgery at UCSF. He is board certified in cardiothoracic surgery. He developed and implemented minimally invasive methods that reduce surgical trauma and improve cosmetic results.

He is a Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University’s Sackler Faculty of Medicine. He has written many peer-reviewed papers and book chapters, including on point-of-care testing in children during cardiopulmonary bypass and on accessory mitral valve tissue. He holds a leadership role at a hospital ranked among the world’s top 10.

Dr. Dorit Zilberman, MD, is a Senior Urologist at Sheba Medical Center. She is a pioneer of robotic and minimally invasive urologic surgery in Israel with over 20 years of experience. Her work focuses on urologic oncology, robotic and laparoscopic surgery, and endourology. She helped launch the da Vinci robotic surgery program at Sheba. Her expertise includes kidney, bladder, and prostate cancers, as well as laser lithotripsy for stones.

She completed advanced training in robotic laparoscopic surgery and endourology at Duke University Medical Center. She is a Senior Clinical Lecturer at Tel Aviv University. She has authored more than 160 scientific publications. She has received awards from the Israeli and American Urological Associations. She was listed in Forbes Israel Best Doctors in 2024. She is a member of the Israeli, American, and European Urological Associations and the Endourological Society.

Professor Jair Bar, MD, PhD, is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He leads the Thoracic Oncology Unit. He treats lung cancer, including advanced non-small cell cases. His care includes medical oncology, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.

He runs a translational research lab focused on resistance to immunotherapy. He has published on exhaled-breath cancer metabolism and on angiogenesis inhibition in lung cancer.

He has chaired the Israel Lung Cancer Group since 2003. He is a member of the Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Radiotherapy, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and the American Association for Cancer Research. He is board-certified in Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology. He is a Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University.

Dr. Nir Kleinmann, MD, directs the Endourology and Kidney Stones Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is an expert in minimally invasive urology and urologic oncology. His focus is the kidney and upper urinary tract. He was named among Israel’s Best Doctors for 2025–2026 by Forbes and ResultMed.

He is a pioneer of kidney‑sparing laser surgery. He uses a dual‑laser system with neodymium and holmium for complex tumors. His expertise includes UTUC, kidney and prostate cancer, kidney stones, and BPH.

His research includes the OLYMPUS trial on chemoablation for UTUC. He has more than 60 publications.

He is an Israeli board‑certified urologist. He is a Fellow of the American Endourology Society and a member of the Israeli Urological Association and the EAU. He completed fellowships in Endourology and Minimally Invasive Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University. He also completed a fellowship in Kidney Cancer Research at McMaster University.

Professor Ozan Beytemur specializes in complex orthopedic cases with extensive research on bone healing and tumors at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology since 2015
• Published multiple peer-reviewed studies on bone and joint health
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Supervised research on bone healing and fracture models

Dr. Bretcha Boix is a senior surgeon specializing in minimally invasive cancer surgery and HIPEC at Quironsalud Torrevieja.

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic techniques for digestive cancers
• Performs cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC for peritoneal carcinomatosis
• Author of 48+ publications with over 1,100 citations
• Mentors upcoming surgeons in advanced oncologic procedures
• Associate Professor at Saint Anthony Catholic University

Associate Professor at Medical Park Bahçelievler with 28 years of experience in complex abdominal and colorectal surgeries.

• Specializes in hernia repairs – both open and minimally invasive techniques
• Member of Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Focuses on bariatric, endocrine, and metabolic procedures

Dr. Bekar specializes in thoracic surgery with extensive experience in lung cancer and complex chest conditions. Performs a wide range of procedures at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Expertise in surgical treatments for lung cancer and bronchiectasis
• Skilled in managing pleural effusion and diaphragm conditions
• Member of Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery and other key professional groups
• Specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgery techniques

Specializes in complex neurosurgical oncology and spine surgeries with extensive fellowship training in the US.

• Trained in minimally invasive techniques at Case Western Reserve University
• Fellowship in skull base surgery at LSUHSC
• Head of Neurosurgery at German Medical Institute
• Board-certified in Neurosurgery in Germany

Specializes in complex abdominal surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – Dr. Kazak brings extensive expertise to liver, gallbladder, and hernia procedures.

• Skilled in both traditional and minimally invasive techniques
• Expert in surgical treatment of anorectal diseases like hemorrhoids
• Performs precise thyroid and breast disease surgeries
• Trained in advanced gastrointestinal procedures

Dr. Kadir Dicle specializes in complex abdominal and metabolic surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, offering comprehensive care across multiple surgical disciplines.

• Expert in obesity and metabolic surgery techniques
• Skilled in minimally invasive procedures for gallbladder and stomach diseases
• Specializes in oncological surgeries with a focus on colorectal cases
• Experienced in treating complex hernias and anorectal conditions

Specializes in minimally invasive stomach hernia surgery at BAH International, also skilled in oncological and anorectal procedures.

• Expert in colon and rectum surgery for complex cases
• Trained in obesity and type 2 diabetes surgical treatments
• Performs advanced thyroid and breast disease surgeries
• Skilled in treating gallbladder and stomach conditions

Specializes in complex oncological and metabolic surgeries with a focus on pancreatic and bile duct procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Skilled in both cancer and bariatric surgeries
• Board-certified in oncological and pancreatic surgery
• Part of Turkey's leading cancer treatment network

Prof. Ahmet Memis specializes in interventional radiology and vascular surgery, performing complex procedures at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Over 33 years of experience of experience in diagnostic and interventional radiology
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques like embolization and stenting
• Former head of Interventional Radiology at Ege University
• Trained at Hannover University of Applied Sciences
• Handles vascular blockages, aneurysms, and organ tumors

Associate Professor Fatma Ferda Kartufan specializes in anesthesia for thoracic-cardiovascular and transplant surgeries at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• 15 years of experience of experience in anesthesiology and reanimation
• Expert in regional anesthesia techniques
• Member of the Thoracic Cardiovascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care Association
• Former faculty member at Yeditepe and Istinye Universities

Specializing in cardiac and thoracic anesthesia, Dr. Hasan Yurday Cetin brings 35 years of experience of expertise to Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Ege University and Children's Hospital Los Angeles
• Expert in anesthesia for adult and pediatric cardiac surgeries
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Member of European Association of Cardiothoracic Anaesthesiology

Dr. Boylu specializes in laparoscopic minimally invasive techniques at Medicalpoint International Hospital, offering faster recovery times.

• Expert in treating adrenal and anorectal diseases
• Skilled in laparoscopic advanced techniques for various surgical conditions
• Member of Turkish Surgery Association and Aydin Breast Diseases Association

Specializing in pediatric surgery, Dr. Divarci performs advanced laparoscopic and robotic procedures for children at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Hacettepe and Ege Universities – Turkey's leading medical schools
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for congenital conditions
• Focuses on urogenital and gastrointestinal pediatric surgeries
• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical experience