Biopsy Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Petros Tsafrakidis is a consultant urologist at the German Medical Institute in Cyprus. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He specializes in andrology and reconstructive urological surgery. Dr. Tsafrakidis treats complex conditions like Peyronie's disease and urethral strictures.

• Holds fellowship status with the European Board of Urology (FEBU).
• Served as a consultant urological surgeon in major UK NHS hospitals.
• Tutors urology students at the University of Edinburgh and St Andrews University.
• Expert panel member for the European Union on medical devices.

Dr. Yavuz Aydin is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He specializes in IVF, intrauterine insemination, and microsurgical tuboplasty. Dr. Aydin previously held a professorship at Biruni University. He also served as a medical specialist at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa.

• Holds membership in the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
• Is a member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).
• Performs laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries for conditions like endometriosis.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited university hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and the treatment of liver cancer. Dr. Sağlam was nominated for the International Best Researcher Award for his work on liver-transplanted patients. He has served as a professor of medical oncology since 2016.

• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENETS).
• Works at JCI-accredited facility with advanced PET-MRI and radiology departments.

Dr. Yang Ki Yeol has performed tens of thousands of clinical procedures. She serves as the founder of Trinity Women's Clinic in Seoul.

• Holds MD and PhD degrees from Kyung Hee University College of Medicine
• Specializes in uterine-preserving care and minimally invasive gynecological biopsy techniques
• Certified Menopause Specialist by the Korean Menopause Society
• Member of the Korean Society of Gynecologic Oncology and Colposcopy
• Works as Business Director for the Korean Therapeutic Ultrasound Medical Association

Dr. Ronnapop Kongpia is an Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialist based in Bangkok, Thailand. Dr. Kongpia has practiced since 2019 and focuses on women’s health, pregnancy care, and reproductive health.

Dr. Kongpia is a full-time Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialist at PMG Hospital. Dr. Kongpia has over 7 years of experience.

Dr. Lida Anwari is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Samaa Fertility in Dubai who has delivered 6,000+ babies. She holds an MSc in Prenatal Genetics and Fetal Medicine from University College London. Dr. Anwari earned her Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at Ruhr University Bochum in Germany. She specializes in high-risk pregnancies and fetal anomaly diagnostics.

• Holds a diploma from the Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF) for anomaly scans.
• Completed sub-specialist training in Maternal Fetal Medicine at the University of Barcelona.
• Certified by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) in fetal medicine.
• Holds a Gyne Aesthetics Diploma from the American Aesthetic Association College.

Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating head, neck, and prostate cancers. He currently serves as a Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University. Dr. Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for accurate radiotherapy.

• Specializes in conformal treatments for complex tumor cases.
• Treats various conditions including lung, breast, and brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients annually.
• Completed his radiation oncology training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty.

Dr. Emine Yildirim is an associate professor of general surgery at Atlas University Hospital, Istanbul. She specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on breast cancer treatment and reconstruction. Dr. Yildirim has published over 15 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals like Academic Radiology. She holds multiple international certificates in breast cancer surgery and nipple-sparing techniques.

• Performs breast-conserving surgery, free flap reconstruction, and implant-based breast augmentation.
• Treats complex oncological conditions including thyroid, bladder, and colorectal cancers.
• Completed medical residency at Istanbul Haseki Health Application and Research Center.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital, which treats 565,000 patients annually.

Dr. Jung Nan Hee is a master surgeon and reproductive specialist at Trinity Women's Clinic. She holds both medical and doctoral degrees from Korea University.

• Completed a clinical fellowship in gynecologic oncology specializing in female cancer diagnostics
• Uses ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy to treat ovarian cysts and endometriomas without surgery
• Served as clinical assistant professor at Kyung Hee University Medical Centre
• Member of the American Association of Cancer Research and the International Society of Gynecologic Oncology
• Experienced in performing precise biopsies to investigate uterine fibroids and adenomyosis

Prof. Amit Tirosh heads the Neuroendocrine Tumors Service at Sheba Medical Center. He uses precise diagnostic biopsies to identify rare hormone-producing tumors and hereditary syndromes.

• Trained in endocrine tumor genetics at the National Institutes of Health in the USA
• Leads the Endocrine Oncology Bioinformatics Lab to improve diagnostic accuracy
• Served on an international expert panel creating clinical guidelines for VHL disease
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumors Society specializing in complex cases
• Author of 40+ medical publications in journals like JAMA and Radiology

Dr. Bilal Ergul is a gastroenterologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He is known for performing Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) surgery. This procedure treats complex swallowing disorders without external incisions. Dr. Ergul has authored around 100 academic publications on various gastrointestinal topics.

• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for GERD and gastric polyps removal.
• Treats chronic conditions including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs esophagectomy and small intestine resections for complex cases.
• Works at an ISO-certified university hospital that treats 20,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Yahya Ozel is a general surgeon at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed over 12,000 procedures during his career. Dr. Ozel specializes in bariatric, metabolic, and oncological surgery. He completed training at Tokyo University Hospital in Japan. This training focused on complex liver and pancreatic surgery.

• Performed over 5,000 bariatric and 2,500 metabolic surgeries.
• Placed more than 4,000 gastric balloons for weight loss.
• Treats gastrointestinal cancers, including stomach, colon, and liver cancer.
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate.

Dr. Almog Ben Yaacov is a senior surgeon at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in surgical oncology and complex abdominal procedures.

• Trained in surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Performs biopsies for gastric cancer, sarcoma, and complex colorectal tumors
• Uses NanoKnife and microwave ablation for precise tissue treatment
• Board certified in both general surgery and surgical oncology
• Research author on peritoneal malignancies and advanced surgical outcomes

Dr. Ahmet Kirkinci is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Optimed International Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries for uterine conditions. Dr. Kirkinci performs prenatal care, childbirth, and incontinence correction. He is a published researcher in the Taiwan Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

• Performs robotic-assisted and laparoscopic hysterectomies and myomectomies.
• Treats complex conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, and cervical dysplasia.
• Expertise in genital aesthetics and hormone replacement therapy for menopause.
• Practices at AACI-accredited Optimed International, which serves 200,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Dov Zippel is a surgical oncologist and head of the Meirav Breast Center. Forbes Israel named him to its Best Doctors list in 2025. He treats benign and malignant breast tumors and melanoma at Sheba Medical Center. Dr. Zippel completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the University of Calgary in Canada.

• Performs breast-conserving surgery and minimally invasive skin cancer procedures.
• Treats patients at the Ella Lemelbaum Institute for Immuno-Oncology.
• Researches perioperative treatments for stage III melanoma and breast lesion excision.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked 7th worldwide by Newsweek in 2026.

Dr. Einat Shacham Shmueli is a senior medical oncologist at Sheba Medical Center. She specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, treating the colon, stomach, and pancreas. Dr. Shacham Shmueli holds dual board certifications in oncology and gastroenterology. She trained at UCSF in the United States. Her clinic at Sheba Medical Center is ranked among the top 10 hospitals worldwide.

• Authored over 25 peer-reviewed publications on tumor biology and new treatments.
• Serves as an investigator for the National Cancer Institute (NCI) programs.
• Manages metastatic disease using precision diagnostics and specialized biomarkers.
• Member of the Israel Society of Oncology and Radiotherapy.

Dr. Zvi Cohen is the Director of the Neurosurgery Department at Sheba Medical Center. He was recently recognized in Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors list for 2025. Dr. Cohen specializes in treating complex brain, pituitary, and spinal cord tumors. He founded the brain tumor tissue bank at Sheba to support oncological research. Dr. Cohen is board-certified in neurosurgery and leads clinical trials for malignant brain tumors.

• Completed fellowships in neurosurgical oncology at MD Anderson and neuroradiology at Beth Israel.
• Expert in intraoperative MRI, stereotactic biopsies, and image-guided resections.
• Performs radiosurgery and minimally invasive microsurgery for CNS tumors.
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology and the Israeli Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Dr. Jaume Mora Graupera is the Scientific Director of Hematology Oncology at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital. He specializes in developmental tumors and bone sarcomas requiring expert diagnostic biopsy.

• Completed oncology fellowships at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the USA
• Director of the Developmental Tumors Laboratory focused on pediatric cancer pathology
• Winner of the Schweisguth Prize from the International Society of Pediatric Oncology
• Authored 70+ scientific papers on pediatric bone and soft tissue tumors
• Member of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)

Dr. Gulcan Albayrak is a gynecologist and women’s health specialist at Atlas University Hospital. She completed training at the Harris Birthright Fetal Medicine Research Center in London. Dr. Albayrak is a member of the European Society of Aesthetic Gynecology (ESAG). She treats complex conditions like uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and cervical dysplasia.

• Specializes in cosmetic gynecology, including CO2 vaginal laser and genital aesthetics.
• Certified in hysteroscopy and colposcopy through training in India and Turkey.
• Performs surgical procedures such as laparoscopic hysterectomy and myomectomy.
• Member of the Turkish-German Gynecology Association and the Society of Reproductive Medicine.

Dr. Heeseok Kang is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Seoul Miz Hospital. He specializes in uterine preservation and robotic surgery for women. Dr. Kang is an adjunct professor of gynecology at Samsung Medical Center. He treats uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and pelvic floor disorders. He uses the Da Vinci robotic system for minimally invasive procedures.

• Won the Outstanding Thesis Award from the Korean Society of Gynecologic Oncology.
• Authored over 20 research publications on gynecologic surgery and oncology.
• Performs robotic hysterectomy and sacrohysteropexy for uterine prolapse.
• Works at Seoul Miz Hospital, which treats 200,000 patients annually.