Biopsy Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Dr. Ahmet Nadir Tosyali leads pediatric oncological surgery at Anadolu Medical Center. He performs diagnostic biopsies for childhood cancers including Wilms tumors and neuroblastoma.

• Holds the Turkish Pediatric Surgery Qualification Certificate since 2002
• Trained in pediatric oncology at specialized medical workshops
• Expert in port applications for long-term medicine delivery in children
• Member of the Turkish Society of Pediatric Surgery
• Practiced at Istanbul University–Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Juan Ybarra Munoz is a dual-specialist in oncology and gastroenterology at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Specializes in both cancer care and digestive system health
• Performs biopsies to accurately diagnose tumors or digestive disorders
• Practices at Centro Médico Teknon – a renowned medical center in Spain

Dr. Ari Raphael is a medical oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv. He specializes in thoracic malignancies, lung cancer, and breast cancer. Dr. Raphael won the ISCORT research grant competition for his work in oncology. He serves as a senior lecturer at Tel Aviv University.

• Moderates the Molecular Tumor Board for the Israeli Lung Cancer Society.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Leads genomic medicine projects focusing on advanced lung cancer treatments.
• Directs the oncology day-care service at Sourasky Medical Center.

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir is a surgical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He performs surgical biopsies to evaluate tumors in the pancreas, breast, and stomach.

• Holds an assistant professor rank at Maltepe University Medical School
• Certified in da Vinci robotic surgery for high-precision diagnostic procedures
• Specializes in the Whipple procedure for treating complex pancreatic tumors
• Completed specialized training in cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC techniques
• Recertified by the Turkish Surgery Qualification board for verified surgical skill

Dr. Nuri Ceydeli is a gynecologic oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He performs biopsies to screen for cervical and ovarian cancers using minimally invasive techniques.

• Member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL)
• Refines biopsy accuracy through diagnostic colposcopy and hysteroscopy
• Active member of the Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Society
• Specializes in trachelectomy and surgical excision for gynecological cancers
• Focuses on women with pelvic floor disorders and reproductive cancers

Professor Zulfikar Polat leads gastroenterology at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in interventional endoscopic operations, including gastrointestinal biopsy procedures.

• Trained at Ankara Gulhane Military Medical Academy – a prestigious Turkish medical institution
• Works at an institution affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine in the USA
• Author of 45 national and international scientific publications on internal diseases
• Member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy – the ESGE
• Active in the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases

Dr. Oktay Karadeniz is a senior radiologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He performs diagnostic biopsies supported by his expertise in oncologic and musculoskeletal imaging.

• Trained in radiodiagnostics at Goztepe Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul
• Expert in cardiovascular and neuroradiology for complex diagnostic cases
• Member of the American College of Radiology
• Member of the European Society of Radiology
• Affiliated with the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine

Dr Pramote Cherdrattanrak, M.D.

OBSTETRICIAN AND GYNECOLOGIST

Graduation (M.D. From)

Bachelor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinakharinwirot University

Certificates

Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj University

Current Positions

Obstetrician and gynecologist at Intrarat Hospital

Dr. Miquel Sans Cuffí is a gastroenterologist at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He is the author of over 150 publications and 500 conference presentations. Dr. Cuffí conducted research on inflammatory bowel diseases at Case Western Reserve University in Ohio. He treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and Barrett's esophagus.

• Former member of the Scientific Committee for the European Crohn’s and Colitis Organisation.
• Served as coordinator for the European IBDChip research project.
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the Spanish Association of Gastroenterology.
• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery.

Dr. Raventos is a founding member of the Teknon Medical Center faculty. He trained in surgery at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in the USA.

• Performs specialized thyroid and abdominal procedures, including tissue biopsy for cancer diagnosis
• Uses Ultracision technology – a system that uses ultrasonic energy to cut and cauterize tissue
• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive method that reduces patient recovery time
• Certified by the French Society of Digestive Surgery for surgical excellence
• Member of the International Society of Surgery in Basel

Professor Necdet Uskent is a founding member of the Turkish Oncology Group. He specializes in medical oncology and hematological biopsies at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate from ESMO
• Completed an oncology and hematology clinical fellowship at the Wadley Institutes in the USA
• Treats complex blood disorders and solid tumors using immunotherapy and chemotherapy
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Helped perform the first bone marrow transplant in Turkey

Dr. Pichai Kittipanyaworakul is an internal medicine specialist, gastroenterologist, and hepatologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He holds a diploma in gastroenterology and hepatology from the prestigious Ramathibodi Hospital. Dr. Kittipanyaworakul treats digestive tract disorders and complex liver conditions. He works at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO-certified facility that treats over 100,000 patients annually.

• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection, esophagectomy, and cholecystectomy.
• Provides diagnostic expertise in gastroscopy with biopsy, colonoscopy, and Fibroscan liver imaging.
• Manages laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and laparoscopic gallbladder removal.
• Treats patients at a hospital with 26 departments and 200 resident physicians.

Dr. Tahsin Ozadli is a medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Ozadli holds a specialization from the Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital. He works at a center authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.

• Administers immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy for multiple cancer types.
• Treats complex conditions including sarcoma, medulloblastoma, and nasopharyngeal cancer.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including liver biopsies, thyroid biopsies, and cancer screenings.
• Utilizes PET/CT and MRI for precise abdominal and pelvic tumor tracking.

Dr. Ozlem Ozer Chakir is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She was named a Rising Star at the 10th Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium. Her expertise covers complex liver diseases, Crohn's disease, and Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Chakir treats patients at Turkey's first JCI-accredited smart-and-green hospital.

• Holds certificates in bariatric endoscopy from Brazil and endoscopy from South Korea.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
• Specializes in ERCP as a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology study group.
• Treats gastrointestinal polyps and ulcerative colitis using modern diagnostic tools.

Dr. Murat Atay is a breast and general surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He completed specialized training in sentinel node mapping at the MDA Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Atay also held several surgical roles at Lille University Hospital in France. He focuses on breast and thyroid surgery as well as oncological procedures.

• Performs mastectomy, lumpectomy, and lymphadenectomy.
• Treats conditions such as breast cancer and fibrocystic breast disease.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited smart hospital that treats 300,000 patients annually.
• Uses PET-MRI and mammography for precise diagnosis and monitoring.

Dr. Hediye Dag is an associate professor and obstetrician-gynecologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. She is the responsible physician at the IAÜ VM-Medical Park Florya IVF Center. Dr. Dag specializes in reproductive medicine and infertility treatments. She holds an official Assisted Reproductive Therapy Certification. Dr. Dag treats complex conditions like endometriosis and polycystic ovarian disease.

• Performs laparoscopic procedures for hysterectomies and ovarian cyst removal.
• Provides specialized care for sexual dysfunction and genital aesthetics.
• Practices at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Member of the Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association.

Dr. Baran Yil is a neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Yil treats complex conditions like brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal stenosis. He specializes in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery.

• Winner of the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize.
• Served as an instructor for the skull base anatomy course series.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and AOSpine.
• Performs specialized procedures including Gamma Knife and deep brain stimulation.