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Prof. Hakki Ulutas specializes in advanced thoracic surgery, using minimally invasive techniques like Uniportal VATS at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• 31 years of experience focused on thoracic surgery procedures
• Expert in treating chest wall diseases and pectus deformities
• Trained at Inonu University, a leading center for thoracic surgery
• Member of European Society Thoracic Surgery and other key associations
• Performs bronchoscopic procedures and awake Uniportal VATS

Dr. Zohar Dotan is Head of the Urology Department at Sheba Medical Center. He is a leading uro-oncologist and a pioneer of robotic and laparoscopic urologic surgery in Israel.

He has authored more than 50 scientific publications. He is a regular speaker at international conferences. He has received awards from the American Association of Clinical Surgery, including recognition for research in prostate cancer treatment.

Leadership and credentials: Head of the Israeli Uro-Oncology Society. Assistant Professor at Tel Aviv University. Member of the Israeli, American, and European Urological Associations. Training: MD from Tel Aviv University and a PhD in Genetics. Urology residency at Sheba Medical Center. Fellowship in uro-oncology and laparoscopic surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering, New York.

Dr. Ozyuksel specializes in pediatric surgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with extensive training in both open and laparoscopic techniques.

• Completed rigorous pediatric surgery training at Hacettepe University
• Expertise in congenital conditions like diaphragmatic hernia and hypospadias
• Performs advanced procedures including bronchoscopy and colorectal surgery
• Special focus on minimally invasive approaches for childhood conditions
• Current practice at Izmir University of Economics Medicalpoint Hospital

Dr. Hisham Khalifa is a Consultant Surgical Oncologist. He assesses, diagnoses, and operates on gynecological cancers, including ovarian, uterine, cervical, vaginal, and vulval cancers. He performs both minimally invasive (laparoscopic) and open surgery.

Career milestones: Resident and faculty member at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University (2001–2014). Assistant Professor at AlFaisal University and Assistant Consultant at King Faisal Hospital and Research Center (KFSHRC), Riyadh (2014–2019). Consultant at the NCI, Cairo (2019–present); Director of the Professional Diploma in Gyne-Onco Surgery. Consultant at the Oncology Pediatric Hospital–Alexandria University and Shefa Al Orman Comprehensive Cancer Center, Luxor (2020–present).

Credentials: MBBCh (1999); Master’s in General Surgery (2004); Doctorate in Surgical Oncology (2008); Fellowship of the European Board of Surgery (FEBS, UEMS). Memberships: FACS; SSO; ESSO; ECS; EGSSO.

Dr. Murat Kilic specializes in pediatric surgery with over 19 years of experience of experience, currently practicing at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Published research on childhood appendicitis and urinary tract infections
• Trained at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University and Erciyes University
• Expertise in pediatric hemangiomas and innovative treatments
• Works with both common and rare pediatric surgical conditions

Prof. Dr. Cemal Asım Kutlu is a leading thoracic surgeon in Istanbul. He heads the Thoracic Surgery Department at Central Hospital. He has decades of experience and international training. He is known for complex thoracic surgery and innovative techniques.

He achieved several firsts in Turkey. These include the first successful lung transplantation, the first robotic lobectomy, and the first Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion (EVLP). His expertise includes lung transplantation; VATS (video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery) and robotic thoracic surgery; tracheal and bronchial surgery; lung cancer surgery; and pleural diseases.

Dr. Siripong Lakkhanawong, MD, is a specialist in Family Medicine, General Surgery, and Plastic Surgery. He has more than 25 years of medical experience.

He provides patient-focused care with a strong emphasis on safety and professional standards. His work centers on general and plastic surgery. His goal is to achieve consistent, long-lasting surgical outcomes.

Dr. Sujit specializes in minimally invasive heart valve surgery and off-pump coronary artery bypass at Panacee Hospital Rama2.

• 41 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Trained in robotic cardiac surgery in the USA
• Expert in autologous stem cell transplantation for heart conditions
• Former Chief of Cardiac Surgery at Police General Hospital
• Certified by the Thai Board of Thoracic Surgery

Over 5,000 surgeries performed – Dr. Mena specializes in complex trauma, joint replacements, and pioneering stem cell therapies.

• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology with 33 years of experience of experience
• Medical Director at VITALYS Bioregenerative Medicine Research Center
• Speaker for ISO on PRP and growth factors
• Trained at Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana

Dr. Ozalp specializes in brain and neurosurgery with training across Turkey and Italy, bringing international expertise to Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained at University of Insubria in neurosurgery
• Former lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Experience at Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital and Diyarbakir Training and Research Hospital
• Specialist in brain surgery from Ankara University

Dr. Irfan Karalar specializes in complex hernia repairs and abdominal wall reconstructions at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with over 37 years of experience of surgical experience.

• Former Chief Physician at Private Balkan Hospital
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association
• Specializes in pediatric and adult anal atresia cases

Dr. Ozsutcu brings 26 years of experience of ophthalmology expertise to Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, focusing on surgical solutions for eye conditions.

• Trained at Selçuk University's Ophthalmology Department
• Worked at Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in comprehensive eye surgical procedures
• Member of Medipol Mega Hospitals Complex team

Specializing in hernia repairs for over 29 years of experience – Dr. Tekelioglu brings extensive surgical expertise to Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs both traditional and minimally invasive hernia surgeries
• Published research on post-surgical hormone management
• Long-term practice at Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2000