Basic check-up Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Oguz Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in TAVI procedures, heart valve diseases, and coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Yilmaz received the best presentation award from the National Cardiology Congress. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Arel University.

• Performs endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Expert in heart aneurysm repair and varicose vein surgery.
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).

Dr. Anyarat Vichayawannakul is an endocrinologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. She earned her medical degree with Second Class Honors from Chulalongkorn University. Dr. Vichayawannakul treats hormonal disorders, diabetes, and thyroid diseases. She works at an ISO 9001-certified hospital that serves 100,000 patients annually.

• Holds a diploma in Endocrinology and Metabolism from Rajavithi Hospital.
• Treats complex conditions like adrenal adenoma and autoimmune thyroiditis.
• Performs specialized interventions including radioiodine therapy and hormone replacement.
• Conducts thyroid function tests and complex metabolic diagnostics.

Dr. Paricha Chaowalit is an internal medicine physician at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. She holds a diploma in respiratory medicine and critical respiratory diseases. Her training includes a study visit to St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, Canada. Dr. Chaowalit treat a variety of lung and respiratory conditions.

• Specializes in respiratory medicine and critical respiratory diseases.
• Performs basic and premium medical check-ups for men, women, and children.
• Conducts screenings for cancer and heart health assessments.
• Works at the ISO-certified Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok.

Dr. Ugur Aferin is a urological surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in robotic and minimally invasive urological surgery. Dr. Aferin is a published researcher on mitochondrial DNA as a prostate cancer biomarker. He performs complex procedures including robotic prostatectomy and nephrectomy.

• Uses the Da Vinci robotic system for prostate and kidney surgeries.
• Treats conditions ranging from erectile dysfunction to localized prostate cancer.
• Co-authored research on urodynamic curve patterns in the journal Urology.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility, Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ayşe Sinangil is a nephrologist with expertise in kidney failure. She has authored 30 international publications. She has also presented at 19 international scientific meetings.

Dr. Sinangil graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She completed her specialization at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in 2004. In 2012, she finished a minor specialization at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital. She is a member of the Turkish Society of Nephrology, ERA, and EDTA. Dr. Sinangil is dedicated to ongoing professional development in nephrology.

Dr. Benal Buyukgebiz is a pediatrician and gastroenterology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She served as the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Yeditepe University. Dr. Buyukgebiz treats complex digestive conditions in children, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients every year.

• Former President of the Phenylketonuria Children Screening and Protection Association, İzmir Branch.
• Maintains membership in the European Metabolic Group and the Liver Research Society.
• Specializes in pediatric nutrition and the management of chronic gastritis and cirrhosis.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy with biopsy and colonoscopy.

Dr. Shencan Acar is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on hepatology and liver disease management. Dr. Acar specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. She previously served as the Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine.

• Authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles.
• Expert in managing complex post-transplant gastrointestinal complications.
• Treats rare conditions like aortoesophageal fistulas and massive hemorrhagic ascites.
• Performs endoscopic interventions for acute gastrointestinal bleeding.

Dr. Alexander Hermann is a specialist in internal and critical care medicine in Vienna. He holds the European Diploma in Intensive Care Medicine (EDIC). Dr. Hermann serves as a consultant at the Medical University of Vienna. He also treats patients at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals.

• Performs specialized diagnostics like transthoracic echocardiography and lung ultrasound.
• Directs the ECMO Retrieval Program at the Medical University of Vienna.
• Holds advanced degrees in public health and healthcare management.
• Serves as a court-appointed medical expert for internal and emergency medicine.

Professor Cahide Yilmaz is a pediatric neurology specialist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She ensures basic check-ups address common and complex developmental health concerns in children.

• Trained in child health and diseases at Fatih University
• Completed a subspecialty in pediatric neurology at Yuzuncu Yil University
• Previously taught as an associate professor at Yildirim Beyazit University
• Served as a faculty member at Mustafa Kemal University Medical School
• Specializes in evaluating neurological growth during routine pediatric screenings

Dr. Yigit Changa is an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and treats complex conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmias. Dr. Changa received training at the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

• Performs coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation, and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise in carotid angioplasty, stent placement, and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000+ patients annually.
• Fluent in English and holds membership in the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Laura Masalaite is the Acting Head of the Organ Transplantation Coordination Centre at VUL Santaros Clinics. She also serves as an Associate Professor at Vilnius University. Dr. Masalaite is a licensed gastroenterologist and endoscopist. She conducts specialized research on liver transplantation and colorectal cancer screening.

• Completed liver transplantation training in Vienna and Warsaw.
• Specialize in endoscopic ultrasound and Zenker diverticulotomy.
• Published over 10 studies in journals like Cancers and Hepatology International.
• Works at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Vilnius.

Dr. Yatip Mukdaloy is a nephrologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. She is a prize-winning researcher recognized for her work on sodium intake estimation. Dr. Mukdaloy earned her medical degree with honors from Naresuan University. She maintains membership with The Royal College of Physicians of Thailand.

• Won first place at the RCPT rapid-fire oral session for kidney research.
• Performs specialized procedures including dialysis, pyeloplasty, and kidney biopsies.
• Completed a nephrology diploma and internal medicine board certification at Siriraj Hospital.
• Practices at the ISO-certified Intrarat Hospital within a specialized hemodialysis center.

Dr. Breket Manzar is an internal medicine specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He provides medical check-ups for men, women, and children. Dr. Manzar earned his medical degree and specialization from Istanbul University. He works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

• Specializes in preventative screenings and body composition analysis.
• Performs premium, basic, heart, and oncological check-up packages.
• Member of the Turkish Internal Medicine Specialization Association.
• Practices at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Vilius Kontenis is a gastroenterologist and endoscopist at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital in Vilnius. He is a member of the World Gastroenterology Organisation. Dr. Kontenis specializes in inflammatory bowel disease and non-invasive liver fibrosis assessment. He also treats digestive disorders, dysphagia, and food allergies.

• Performs gastroscopy with biopsy, colonoscopy, and transnasal endoscopy.
• Published a systematic meta-analysis on anti-TNF therapy discontinuation in IBD patients.
• Served as the editor of the medical journal Gastroenterologija.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Kardiolita Hospital, which treats 298,000 patients annually.

Dr. Tomas Jucaitis is a gastroenterologist and endoscopist at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital in Vilnius. He focuses on instrumental diagnostics, including gastrointestinal ultrasound and transnasal endoscopy. Dr. Jucaitis completed his medical training and residency at Vilnius University. He also completed clinical internships in the USA, Germany, and the Czech Republic.

• Served as a coordinator at the Lithuanian National Organ Transplantation Bureau.
• Performs colonoscopies, gastroscopies with biopsy, and complex ultrasound screenings.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 298,000 patients annually.
• Maintains expertise in internal medicine and gastroenterology since 1998.

Dr. Marcel Dihne is the Chief Physician of Neurology at the Academic Hospital Solingen. He is a recipient of the Research Award from the Christian and Claudia Hempel Foundation. Dr. Dihne specializes in epilepsy, stroke treatment, and the regeneration of the nervous system. He has authored numerous publications in leading European medical journals.

• Served as the Head of Neurology at St. Lukas Klinik Solingen for 10 years.
• Treats complex conditions like Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and chronic pain.
• Performs specialized procedures including vagus nerve stimulation and video-EEG monitoring.
• Works at an academic hospital ranked among the top clinics in Germany by Focus magazine.

Dr. Viola Fox is the Chief Physician at the Clinic for Oncology in Solingen. She is a leading expert in drug therapy for tumors in Germany and Europe. Dr. Fox holds a qualification in specialist genetics and conducts molecular biology research. She treats complex cases at a certified interdisciplinary cancer center.

• Member of the American Association for Cancer Research.
• Specializes in immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and molecular diagnostics.
• Treats hematological diseases, including lymphoma, leukemia, and myeloma.
• Works at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen, a clinic ranked among the top in Germany.

Professor Sebastian Keil is the Chief Physician of Radiology at Academic Hospital Solingen. He performs specialized heart check-ups and cancer screenings for both men and women.

• Specialize in cross-sectional imaging using MRI and CT for all body regions
• Uses high-precision ultrasound and X-ray techniques to identify diverse disease patterns
• Trained under Professor Rolf W. Günther, a pioneer in the interventional radiology field
• Graduated with honors and holds a doctoral thesis specifically in radiology
• Expert in breast diagnostics for early detection and characterization of tumors