Page 5 - Best transplant surgeons: TOP 125 doctors

Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke specializes in complex laparoscopic transplant surgeries at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, with of expertise in the field.

• Founding member of the Basic Science Committee and scientific advisory board
• Recipient of numerous awards for contributions to transplantology
• Published extensive research on advanced surgical techniques
• Expert in minimally invasive procedures for transplant patients

Chief physician, Urologist

Prof. Dr. Walter Zidek specializes in kidney transplant aftercare and metabolic diseases at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, one of Europe's leading university hospitals.

• of experience in nephrology and transplantology
• Expert in managing complications post-kidney transplant
• Board member of the Berlin Medical Society since 2000
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals

Dr. Durgatosh Pandey is a surgical oncologist with of expertise, pioneering roles in cancer research and treatment.

• Founder member of Lung Cancer Consortium Asia and Esophageal cancer consortium
• Trustee member of Indian Co-operative Oncology Network
• Authored a book on science and philosophy
• Published various papers in oncology

Performed India's first liver transplant on a 6-month-old baby – Dr. Gupta leads the Liver Transplant and Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Department at Apollo Hospitals.

• Developed a new method of liver resection in donors to increase safety
• Specializes in complex liver transplants for rare and severe conditions
• Trained in the UK at Queen Elizabeth Hospital and St. James's University Hospital
• Recipient of the Indian Society of Clinical Excellence Award

Transplantologist

Over 19 years of experience focused exclusively on organ transplantation, Dr. Ertan Emek works at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University, a leading medical school
• Specializes in hepatopancreatobiliary transplants
• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)
• Performs both liver and kidney transplant procedures

Specializing in kidney transplants and nephrology, Dr. Erkalma brings extensive expertise to Biruni University Hospital.

• Board-certified in nephrology with over 15 years of experience of experience
• Member of the European Renal Association and Transplantation Immunology Association
• Focuses on chronic kidney disease and acute renal failure management
• Trained at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's leading medical schools

Prof. Karakayali specializes in transplantology at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital with multiple awards for surgical excellence.

• Over 19 years of experience of experience in general surgery and transplantology
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic in colorectal surgery techniques
• Recipient of several national and international awards for surgical research
• Professor at Başkent University, a leading institution in Turkey

Dr. Alp Gürkan pioneered Turkey's first laparoscopic kidney transplant from a live donor and established the country's first non-university organ transplant clinic.

• Over 45 years of experience of experience in transplantology
• Recipient of multiple awards from the Turkish Organ Transplant Society
• Trained at Yale University's Experimental Surgery Center
• Member of the American College of Surgeons
• Specializes in live donor kidney transplants

Prof. Karaca specializes in liver and kidney transplantation at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital, with over 24 years of experience of surgical experience.

• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Former head of the Liver and Bile Ducts Clinic in Ankara
• Published award-winning research on laparoscopic techniques
• Professor at Başkent University's General Surgery Department

Dr. Jung Cheol-woong brings international transplant expertise from top institutions like Queen Mary Hospital and University of Cincinnati.

• Trained in transplant surgery at University of Hong Kong
• Fellowship at University of Cincinnati Medical Center
• Member of International Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association
• Regular member of The Transplantation Society

Dr Nimet Ozcan specializes in dermatology with over 12 years of experience of experience, focusing on both medical and cosmetic skin treatments.

• Expert in acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin infections
• Skilled in early detection and surgical excision of skin cancers
• Provides cosmetic treatments like dermal fillers and laser therapy
• Offers personalized care for pediatric dermatology cases

Chief physician of the Organ Transplant Department at Aster CMI Hospital – Dr. Vidyashankar specializes in nephrology and organ transplants.

• Over of experience in transplantology
• Expertise in kidney and other organ transplants
• Leads a dedicated team for transplant procedures

Dr. Derya Zengin Metli specializes in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, helping patients regain mobility and reduce pain at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Expert in musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation
• Focuses on post-surgical recovery and sports injuries
• Provides personalized chronic pain management therapies
• Patient-centered approach with evidence-based practices