Page 4 - Best surgeons: TOP 639 doctors

20,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Talu is a leading ophthalmologist with decades of experience at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specializes in cataract and refractive surgery
• Published 50+ scientific papers in ophthalmology
• Member of ASCRS and Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Istanbul University and Nice St. Antiapolis University Hospital

Dr. Eduardo Fernandez is one of only 50 certified stem cell specialists in Mexico, recognized for his expertise in regenerative medicine.

• Certified by the Mexican College of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine
• Awaiting international certification from the ISSCR – a prestigious global society
• Pursuing membership in ISEV for exosome research
• Specializes in cutting-edge stem cell therapies

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in advanced laparoscopic and kidney transplant surgeries, with over 24 years of experience of experience in the field.

• Completed advanced laparoscopic training in Scotland
• Published 20+ articles on general surgery and kidney transplants
• Associate Professor in General Surgery since 2020
• Works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital

3,500+ successful bariatric procedures – Dr. Prieto Aldape specializes in transformative weight loss and metabolic surgery at his Guadalajara center.

• Board-certified in both General and Bariatric Surgery
• Chief of Bariatric Surgery Unit at Civil Hospital of Guadalajara
• President of the College of General Surgeons of Jalisco
• Focuses on multidisciplinary care and enhanced recovery protocols
• Published researcher with eight peer-reviewed studies on obesity treatment

Dr. Adriana Nowak graduated from the First Faculty of Medicine at the Medical University of Warsaw. She completed specialist training in general surgery at the Department of General, Vascular and Oncological Surgery at Międzyleski Specialist Hospital. She continues to practice there.

She performs general and aesthetic surgical procedures. She also treats chronic wounds with negative pressure therapy. She regularly attends training courses, workshops and scientific congresses. She is a member of the Polish Wound Management Association. She has authored and co-authored articles in medical journals.

Performed 2,000+ hepatobiliary surgeries with 95% success rate – Prof. Aliosmanoglu leads the Organ Transplantation Unit at Medical Park Antalya.

• Completed 1,000+ liver transplants with 90% success rate
• Professor at Akdeniz University's General Surgery Department
• Managed Liver-Kidney-Pancreas Transplantation Unit at Akdeniz University Hospital
• Published research on liver protection and surgical techniques

Dr. Mario Bertoli heads the Orthopedics Department at St. Zdislava Hospital, specializing in joint arthroscopic surgeries of all complexities.

• 20 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Expert in hip and shoulder replacement procedures
• Performs surgeries using advanced arthroscopic techniques
• One of the top orthopedic surgeons in the Czech Republic

Dr. Tsafrakidis specializes in andrology and urethral reconstruction, bringing advanced techniques to German Oncology Centre in Cyprus.

• Fellow of the European Board of Urology with extensive training in reconstructive surgery
• Leads research in prostate biopsies and urethral reconstruction techniques
• Honorary Senior Lecturer at St Andrews University
• Member of the European Union Expert Panel for Medical Devices

Associate Professor Mehmet Mehdi Deniz specializes in advanced surgical techniques at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on hernia repair and bariatric surgery.

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures
• Published multiple research papers on hernia repair techniques
• Member of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association
• Over 12 years of experience of experience in general surgery

Dr. Ariel Ortiz Largadere is a bariatric and metabolic surgeon. He founded Hospital CYNTAR in Tijuana. The hospital focuses on advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgery and care for international patients. He leads the Obesity Control Center for bariatric and metabolic surgery. He also leads the Ariel Center for cosmetic and aesthetic surgery.

He directs the Academy of Surgical Innovation. He trains surgeons in minimally invasive and robotic surgery across Latin America. Through IIMM and UC San Diego (UCSD), he advances research and guideline-based, high-volume care. A UCSD collaboration analyzed 19,801 bariatric procedures over 20 years. It reported 1.2% morbidity and zero mortality.

He contributes to global surgical education through the International Bariatric Club. He develops cross-border healthcare systems that link clinical care, technology, education, research, and global access.

Prof. Ido Nachmany heads the Second Surgical Department at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in HPB and robotic surgery for diseases of the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts, and for gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors. He also performs adrenal, spleen, and stomach surgery. Forbes listed him among Israel’s top physicians.

He advances minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic techniques. The aim is better precision and faster recovery.

Credentials: Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University. Member of ASTS and IHPBA. Completed HPB and abdominal transplant fellowships at the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute. Board certified in General Surgery (Israel), Abdominal Organ Transplantation (ASTS), and HPB Surgery (University of Pittsburgh). He has published in Cancer Research, the Journal of the American College of Surgeons, and the European Journal of Surgical Oncology.

Dr. Ki Yeol Yang, MD, PhD, is the Founder and Representative Director of Trinity Women’s Clinic. She is a menopause specialist and a pioneer in uterus-preserving, minimally invasive gynecology. She is a Korean board-certified OB/GYN and a certified menopause specialist (Korean Menopause Society). Her practice, informed by tens of thousands of clinical cases, provides individualized HRT and precision care.

She is experienced in HIFU and RFA for fibroids and adenomyosis, laser vaginal rejuvenation, and functional pelvic floor reconstruction. She is a Clinical Professor at Kyung Hee University Medical Centre. She serves as Director of Academic Affairs for the Korean Medical Practitioners’ Association and as Business Director for the Korean Therapeutic Ultrasound Medical Association. She is also the author of a menopause patient guide.

Trained at Northwestern University's Transplantation Center – one of the world's leading programs in liver surgery.

• 34 years of experience of experience in general and hepatobiliary surgery
• Fellowship-trained in transplantation techniques
• Member of Hepatobiliary Surgery Association
• Holds associate professor positions at major Turkish medical schools
• Specializes in complex liver and colorectal procedures

Dr. Osman Civil specializes in gastrointestinal and colorectal surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with memberships in key Turkish surgical societies.

• Member of Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society
• Trained at Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Experienced in minimally invasive techniques for hernia and hemorrhoid treatments
• Active participant in national surgical congresses

Dr. Yildirim is an Associate Professor at Atlas University Hospital, specializing in breast cancer surgery with a focus on innovative techniques.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in general surgery, with a strong emphasis on breast cancer procedures
• Published multiple research articles on breast cancer treatment and neoadjuvant therapy outcomes
• Certified in advanced breast cancer surgery techniques, including free flap reconstruction
• Member of international breast surgery congresses, staying updated on the latest advancements

Dr. Barak Rosenzweig, MD, directs the Urological Oncology Service at Sheba Medical Center. He is a uro-oncologic surgeon with nearly 20 years of experience. He treats complex urologic cancers with advanced robotic and minimally invasive methods. He is listed among Israel’s Best Doctors by Forbes.

Expertise includes tumors of the prostate, kidney, bladder, testis, and upper urinary tract. He performs robotic radical prostatectomy, kidney-sparing partial nephrectomy, and advanced laparoscopy. Diagnostics include MRI-guided fusion biopsy and imaging-based personalized planning.

He completed a Urological Oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He is a Senior Physician in the Department of Urology and a Clinical Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University. He is a graduate of the Sheba Talpiot program. He is an active researcher with over 200 publications in urologic oncology.

Dr. Alon Friedlander, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon and a spine and scoliosis specialist for adults and children. He is the Director of the Orthopedic Department at Sheba Medical Center. He is also an Associate Professor of Orthopedics at Tel Aviv University. He is listed by Forbes among Israel’s Top Doctors.

He treats complex spine disorders with minimally invasive and open surgery. His procedures include anterior and posterior fixation. His focus areas are scoliosis and other deformities, tumors, stenosis and instability, and disc herniation. Education: MD, Tel Aviv University; residency, Sheba Medical Center. Fellowships: Institut Mutualiste Montsouris and University Hospitals of Strasbourg (France); Queen Mary Hospital and the Duchess of Kent Children’s Hospital (Hong Kong).

Advisory roles: IDF referral physician. Consultant to soccer teams. Specialist for the Spartak Basketball Club (knee injuries).

Prof. Mehmet Tahir Oruç specializes in complex abdominal surgeries with advanced laparoscopic training at top international centers like University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

• Over 37 years of experience of surgical experience with focus on oncology
• Trained in laparoscopic techniques in Scotland and Austria
• Former Chief of Clinic at major Turkish research hospitals
• Professor at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Einat Shacham‑Shmueli is a senior medical oncologist at the Gastrointestinal Clinic, Cancer Center, Sheba Medical Center. She treats cancers of the colon, stomach, and pancreas. She also manages metastatic disease. She uses precision diagnostics and biomarkers, systemic therapies, and radiotherapy. Care is provided within a multidisciplinary team.

She has authored more than 25 peer‑reviewed papers on GI oncology, tumor biology, and new treatments. Her work includes studies on stenting for malignant colonic obstruction. She serves as an investigator in international programs, including the NCI, the Radiation Therapy Oncology Group, and the Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program.

Education: MD, Tel Aviv University. Oncology residency, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center. Advanced training in GI oncology, UCSF. Accreditations: Board certified in Oncology and Gastroenterology. Member, Israel Society of Oncology and Radiotherapy.

Specializes in minimally invasive hernia repairs and complex gastrointestinal surgeries with over 27 years of experience of experience at Atlas University Hospital.

• Expert in both open and laparoscopic hernia techniques
• Performs advanced endoscopic interventions like gastroscopy and colonoscopy
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Skilled in treating anal region diseases including hemorrhoids