Male Check-up Doctors Abroad — Page 8

Dr. Javier Moreno Izarra leads the Infectious Disease Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella in Spain. He is a primary care and regenerative medicine specialist. He focuses on antimicrobial resistance and the optimization of antibiotic use. Dr. Moreno Izarra manages comprehensive care for chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease.

• Member of the Spanish Society of Infectious Disease and Clinical Microbiology.
• Coordinates emergency and hospitalization units for high-resolution medical centers.
• Performs premium medical check-ups and body composition analysis.
• Treats complex chronic pain and manages long-term drug therapies.

Prof. Gil Raviv is a specialist in andrology and reconstructive urology at Sheba Medical Center. Forbes named him among the Best Doctors in Israel. He is the director of the Andrology Unit. Dr. Raviv focuses on male infertility, sexual health, and urethral reconstruction. He works at Sheba, a Top 10 world-ranked hospital.

• Performs specialized sperm retrieval techniques including micro-TESE, TESA, and MESA.
• Treats complex conditions like erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, and azoospermia.
• Uses microsurgical methods and robotic systems for prostate and urological procedures.
• Provides stem cell therapy and shockwave treatment for sexual dysfunction.

Dr. Jair Bar is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer using personalized immunotherapy and targeted treatments. Dr. Bar holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and leads a research lab focused on immunotherapy resistance.

• Chair of the Israel Lung Cancer Group.
• Board-certified in both Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology.
• Treats patients at Sheba Medical Center, a top-10 globally ranked hospital.
• Uses molecular and genetic profiling to create precise cancer treatment plans.

Dr. Kurt Rasche is the Chief of Pulmonology at Helios University Hospital Wuppertal. He heads the certified Lung Cancer Center and the department of sleep medicine. With decades of clinical practice, he focuses on chronic lung diseases and breathing disorders. Dr. Rasche treats patients at a hospital seeing 150,000 people annually.

• Specialist in internal medicine, pulmonology, allergology, and intensive care.
• Treats complex conditions including COPD, asthma, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
• Performs bronchoscopic balloon dilatation and lung cancer surgery.
• Leads a center certified by the German Cancer Society.

The doctor is an experienced radiologist with an extensive clinical background spanning multiple medical institutions. Professional tenure includes positions at the Kayseri Erciyes University Radiology Clinic and Kayseri State Hospital, as well as roles at various private medical centers, including the Academy Medical Center, Anaclinic Medical Center, and Liman Hospital Radiology Clinic.

With a career focused on diagnostic imaging, the doctor has provided radiological services at the Samsun Private Midiliv Medical Center and most recently at the Samsun Büyük Anadolu Hospital. The doctor possesses comprehensive expertise in clinical radiology, contributing to diagnostic accuracy and patient care across diverse healthcare settings.

The doctor is a highly versatile radiologist with extensive expertise across a broad spectrum of diagnostic and interventional imaging modalities. Clinical proficiency includes abdomen, Doppler, obstetric, breast, musculoskeletal, pediatric, and neuroradiology, ensuring comprehensive diagnostic support for diverse patient populations.

In addition to diagnostic imaging, the doctor is skilled in performing nonvascular interventional procedures, providing minimally invasive solutions to complex clinical conditions. This multidisciplinary approach allows for precise diagnostic accuracy and effective therapeutic intervention across various medical specialties.

The doctor is a medical specialist with expertise in their field. They are dedicated to providing high-quality clinical care and maintaining professional standards in medical practice.

The doctor is a highly skilled surgeon specializing in adult and pediatric trauma surgery. With extensive expertise in orthopedics, the doctor focuses on arthroscopic procedures for the knee, shoulder, and ankle, as well as complex joint replacement surgeries including knee, hip, and shoulder prostheses.

In addition to joint reconstruction, the doctor provides specialized care in deformity correction and limb lengthening surgery. The practice also encompasses sports surgery, addressing athletic injuries to restore function and mobility for patients of all ages.

Professor Ilhan Mavioglu is a highly specialized cardiovascular surgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He brings elite surgical expertise to male check-ups with a focus on heart and vascular health.

• Holds the title of Professor in Cardiovascular Surgery from Düzce University
• Specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and peripheral vascular interventions
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Surgery since 2000
• Published extensively on advanced coronary artery bypass and vascular surgery techniques
• Trained at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London and top Turkish medical faculties

Dr. Song Hwayeong is a gastroenterologist. Areas of focus include gastrointestinal cancers (stomach and esophageal) and advanced endoscopy (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ESD, and polypectomy). Dr. Song also treats digestive and liver diseases, including GERD, gastritis, hepatitis, H. pylori infection, and liver disease.

Dr. Song completed a fellowship in Gastroenterology at Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital. Dr. Song has served as Clinical Professor at Inje, Gachon, and Inha University Colleges of Medicine. Dr. Song is Director of the Gastroenterology Center at Naeun Hospital.

Accreditations: full member of the Korean Association of Internal Medicine, the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and the Korean Gastroenterology Association. Doping Committee Member, WKBL.

Selected papers: cryptogenic hepatocellular carcinoma; primary biliary cirrhosis with overlap syndromes; therapy for lamivudine-resistant chronic hepatitis B; and clevudine in HBV-related cirrhosis.

Dr. Pak Seongjin is a gastroenterologist. He focuses on endoscopy and advanced procedures such as gastroscopy, colonoscopy, polypectomy, and ESD. He also treats digestive and liver diseases, including cirrhosis, pancreatitis, hepatitis, and Helicobacter pylori infection.

He earned his M.D. and M.S. in Internal Medicine from Chung-Ang University. He completed his internal medicine residency and a gastroenterology fellowship at Chung-Ang University Hospital.

He is a clinical professor at Gachon University College of Medicine and Inha University College of Medicine. He is a full member of the Korean Association of Internal Medicine, the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the Korean Gastroenterology Association, and the Korean Pancreatobiliary Association.

Dr. Wang He Tian is the Head of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Yanda International Hospital. He is a leading expert in the inheritance of Chinese medical academic experience. Dr. Wang has authored over 10 clinical books on traditional medicine. He treats complex conditions like chronic inflammation and female infertility at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Executive Director of the Beijing Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
• Specializes in urological diseases, including prostatitis and kidney disease.
• Treats sexual dysfunction and reproductive health issues through integrated techniques.
• Winner of the Beijing Science and Technology Commission Award.

Dr. Hwang Dongin is a pulmonologist in pulmonary and critical care. He specializes in pneumonia, pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic cough, chronic lung diseases, allergic rhinitis, asthma, and pulmonary intensive care.

At Daelim Saint Mary's Hospital, he serves as Chief/Senior Chief of Pulmonology and as a Designated Attending Physician. He is also Director of Medical Training and the Medical Cooperation Center, and serves as CMO. He is a Clinical Professor at the Catholic University of Korea St. Mary's Hospital. He is an affiliated physician with Samsung, Asan, Severance, and Chung-Ang University Hospitals. He serves on the KMA Advisory Committee. He is a lifetime member of the Korean Academy of Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases. He is a full member of KASLC and KAAACI. He is an appointed Special Manuscript Reviewer for the Korean Society of Cardiology. He is a member of the Asthma and COPD research groups.

Dr. Lee Nagwon is a pulmonologist and critical care specialist. He is the Chief Medical Officer of Pulmonology at Naeun Hospital. His expertise includes pneumonia, pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic cough, chronic lung diseases, allergic rhinitis, asthma, and pulmonary intensive care.

He earned an MD and an MS in Medicine from Yonsei University. He completed his internship, internal medicine residency, and a pulmonology fellowship at Yonsei University Wonju Severance Christian Hospital. He has served as an adjunct professor at Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine. He has also served as a clinical professor at Gachon University College of Medicine and Inha University College of Medicine. He is a full member of The Korean Association of Internal Medicine and The Korean Academy of Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases. He authored “The Effects of Bronchoscope Diameter on the Diagnostic Yield of Transbronchial Lung Biopsy of Pulmonary Nodules.”

Dr. Lee Chunyong is a urologist with a PhD in Medicine from Hanyang University College of Medicine. His clinical focus includes kidney and urinary stones (ESWL), prostate diseases (BPH, prostate cancer, prostatitis), sexual dysfunction, vasectomy, cystitis, urinary incontinence, and voiding dysfunction.

He has served as Director of Hanyang University Hospital. He was Chairman and Chief Professor of the Department of Urology at Hanyang University College of Medicine. He served as President and later Honorary President of the Korean Endourological Society. He was also a Board Member of the Société Internationale d'Urologie.

His international roles include Visiting Fellow at UCLA and Visiting Professor at the University of Tübingen. He was featured twice on EBS “Best Doctors,” covering prostatic diseases and kidney and urinary stones.

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of respiratory conditions, including asthma, allergic diseases, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Expertise encompasses the management of lung infections, tuberculosis, and the clinical evaluation of lung cancer.

In addition to pulmonary care, the doctor is proficient in performing bronchoscopy procedures and conducting polysomnography for the assessment and diagnosis of sleep apnea.

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive management of cardiovascular conditions, with a clinical focus on coronary artery diseases, including cardiovascular occlusion and myocardial infarction. Expertise extends to the treatment of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and heart failure.

Furthermore, the doctor provides specialized care for heart valve diseases, rhythm disorders (arrhythmias), and peripheral vascular conditions, specifically addressing leg and cervical vascular diseases.

Dr. Purich Surunchupakorn is an interventional cardiologist at PMG Hospital in Bangkok. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Chulalongkorn University. Dr. Surunchupakorn holds a subspecialty diploma in interventional cardiology. He treats complex conditions like coronary artery disease and heart failure.

• Specializes in carotid angioplasty and stenting to prevent strokes.
• Performs heart cryoablation to treat chronic arrhythmias.
• Manages hypertension and pulmonary vascular disorders.
• Works at PMG Hospital, a GHA-accredited center for international patient care.

Dr. Kim Taegyun is a gastroenterologist. He focuses on pancreatobiliary diseases and cancers, including pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts and cancer, cholecystitis, gallstones (cholelithiasis), and biliary tract cancer. He also performs advanced endoscopy, including ERCP. He treats gastrointestinal tumors, stomach and colon polyps, stomach cancer, and submucosal tumors (SMT).

Education and training: MD, Jeonbuk National University College of Medicine. MS in Medicine, University of Ulsan. Internship, Jeonbuk National University Hospital. Residency in Internal Medicine, Veterans Health Service Medical Center. Fellowships in Gastroenterology, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital and Asan Medical Center.

Career: Attending physician and specialist at Gwangju Veterans Hospital and the Veterans Health Service Medical Center.