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Domenico Sabia

  • 4.7 Excellent 428 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Domenico Sabia is an experienced surgeon. He specializes in peritoneal oncology, melanoma and sarcoma surgery, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, and hepato-biliary and pancreatic surgery. He practices at Centro Médico Teknon and Consorci Sanitari Integral in Spain. Dr. Sabia has over 15 years of experience in treating advanced abdominal and pelvic cancers.

    Dr. Sabia often speaks at national and international congresses. He has written and co-written many scientific publications. He also works as an investigator in major clinical trials in oncological surgery. He is accredited by organizations such as the Asociación Española de Cirujanos and The Peritoneal Surface Oncology Group International. Dr. Sabia is also a member of several respected surgical societies.

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Alaettin Celik

  • 5 Excellent 43 reviews
  • 48 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Alaettin Çelik graduated from Adapazarı İlyaslar Primary School in 1960, from Haydarpaşa High School in 1966, and from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 1972. In the same year, he became an assistant in the 2nd Surgery Department of the Faculty of Medicine. Between November 1975 and February 1976, he completed his military service for 4 months at the Gelibolu Military Hospital as a Reserve Officer. In 1977, he became a General Surgery Specialist in the Department of Surgery.

    To establish the pediatric surgery department at the faculty and to specialize further, he worked as a registrar at the University of London's "The Hospital for Sick Children" from 01.12.1978 to 01.12.1980. After returning to the faculty, he continued his pediatric surgery studies and became an associate professor in 1982.

    In the same year, he was appointed as the founding chairman of the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine on 06.09.1982. He established the department, which included a 30-bed inpatient unit, an ICU, a polyclinic, and an operating room for students, assistants, and specialists. In 1988, he became a professor. In addition to leading the Pediatric Surgery Department, he served as the Vice President of the Department of Surgical Medical Sciences between 1990 and 1995. From 1995 to 1998, he was the Head of the Department of Surgical Medical Sciences at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

    He is a specialist in General Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, and Pediatric Urology. He has numerous cited and published clinical and experimental research articles, case reports, expert theses, and free papers presented at domestic and international congresses. He is the author of several books, including Pediatric Surgery Book of Pediatric Surgery (2014), Newborn Surgery (2008), and Pediatric Surgery Book (2013).

    He is a member of various professional medical associations, including the Turkish Ministry of Health Pediatric Surgery Society. He established, developed, and trained a large number of students, assistants, specialists, and faculty members at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery. He left the Department of Pediatric Surgery in 2013 and retired due to age limits on 16.03.2016. His contracted working period at the same faculty ended on 22.10.2016. He continues to work as a Pediatric Surgery Specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital and participates in weekly meetings of the Council of Children's Tumors.

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Mustafa Serkan Alemdar

  • 4.8 Excellent 5 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Education and Specialization

    • 2006: Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
    • 2014: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine
    • 2018: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Oncology

    Experience

    • 2006 - 2008: Konya Derebucak District Hospital
    • 2009 - 2015: Akdeniz University Hospital
    • 2015: Antalya Kaş State Hospital
    • 2015 - 2016: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
    • 2016 - 2021: Akdeniz University Hospital
    • 2021 - 2023: Antalya Training and Research Hospital
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Cengiz Dibekoglu

  • 5 Excellent 43 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Personal Information:

    • Born in 1967.
    • Completed primary education in Istanbul.
    • Graduated from Pertevniyal High School in 1984.

    Education & Training:

    • Enrolled in Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 1984, completing medical education in English and graduating in 1991.
    • Started General Surgery residency at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 1991.
    • Became a General Surgery Specialist in 1996 with a thesis on "The Effects of Inhibiting the Nitric Oxide Pathway in Radiation Enteritis."
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    Professional Experience:

    • 1996: Joined Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital as a General Surgery staff doctor.
    • 2002-2004: Served as a Lecturer and Acting Head of the General Surgery Department at Kadir Has University Faculty of Medicine.
    • 2013: Transferred to Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital as a General Surgery specialist, where he continues to work.
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    Medical Expertise & Achievements:

    • Performed the first general surgery operation in Turkey using the Da Vinci robotic system.
    • Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery and continues to perform such procedures.

    Positions Held:

    • 1991-1996: Research Assistant – Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery.
    • 1996-2012: General Surgery Specialist – Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital.
    • 2002-2004: Lecturer – Kadir Has University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery.
    • 2003-2004: Acting Head – Kadir Has University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery.
    • 2013-Present: General Surgery Specialist – Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    Interests 
    Robotic surgery,
    Advanced laparoscopic surgery(Colorectal and GERD Surgery included),
    Laparoscopic hernia surgery,
    Breast and thyroid surgery,
    Gastrointestinal surgery,
    Anal region diseases,
    Hepatobiliary surgery

    Memberships

    Turkish Medical Association

    Turkish Surgical Society

    American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery

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Hagit Tulchinsky

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Oncoprotologist and Director of the Colon and Rectum Surgery Unit specializing in the treatment of colon, rectal and anal diseases such as cancer, inflammatory bowel diseases, diverticulitis and anal diseases. Performs restorative operations, minimally invasive bowel resections and surgeries for functional anorectal disorders.
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Ron Greenberg

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Ron Greenberg is an experienced abdominal surgeon with over 20 years of experience, specializing in open and minimally invasive and Whipple surgery. He is the Head of the Colorectal Surgery Department at Sourasky Medical Center.
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Joseph Klauzner

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Joseph Klauzner is a highly experienced colorectal, pancreatic, and gastrointestinal surgeon, specializing in Whipple surgeries, and is currently the Chairman of Surgery at Sourasky Medical Center. He has 45+ years of practice.
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Igor Suhotnik

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Igor Sukhotnik is a Senior Pediatric Surgeon at Dana Dweck Children’s Hospital, Ichilov Medical Center. He has 29 years of clinical experience. He is known for his advanced skills in pediatric surgery. Dr. Sukhotnik has also worked as a visiting professor at Tel Aviv University.

    He graduated from Chernivtsi Medical University in Ukraine. He has held academic roles, including Associate Professor at the Israel Institute of Technology. Dr. Sukhotnik is accredited by the Israeli Medical Association and the American College of Surgeons. He is also an active member of several leading pediatric and surgical associations worldwide.

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Gideon Goldman

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Goldman is a 24-year experienced Deputy Head of the Department of Surgery in Ichilov Hospital and Head of Department of Proctology, with memberships in the International Society of Coloproctology, European Society of Abdominal Surgeons, Israel Surgical Association, and European Society of Coloproctology.

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Phd Viola Fox

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 13 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Dr. Viola Fox is the Chief Physician at the Clinic for Haematology, Oncology, and Palliative Medicine at BKZ Solingen. This clinic is a certified interdisciplinary cancer center. Dr. Fox is a leading expert in drug therapy for tumor diseases in Germany and Europe. She has more than 15 years of experience in this field.

    She is a member of the German Society of Oncology and Haemato-oncology (GDHO), the German Association of Physicians, and the American Association for Cancer Research. Dr. Fox is also active in molecular biology research. Her work supports progress in cancer treatment and molecular diagnostics.

    Her main areas of expertise are chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and radiation therapy. Dr. Fox is known for her innovative methods and strong commitment to patient care. Her efforts have led to high recovery rates and recognition from her peers.

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$22,147 - $29,141
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Edmundo Pichardo

  • New
  • 38 years of experience
  • Mexico, Mexico City, DR. IRERI ASTEINZA Clinic
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Tahsin Ozatli

  • 4.4 Good 16 reviews
  • 2015 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir
  • Oncologist
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Peter Schenker

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Membership in societies:

    Expert of scientific journals 

    Close co-operation with leading surgeons

    Membership of the German Medical Association 

    Specialities:

    Introduction of new and modern techniques in the field of oncological surgery
    General and visceral surgery

    Minimally invasive surgery

    Gastrointestinal oncology surgery

    Oncological surgery

    Haemorrhoids treatment

    Additional clinical specialisation in minimally invasive and hernia surgery

    Surgery and transplantation of the pancreas

    Work Experience:

    2005: Specialist in the field of surgery

    2008: Appointed Senior Consultant specialising in pancreatic surgery and transplantation

    2010: Coordinator of the Pancreatic Cancer Centre (Oncocert)

    2013: Specialist in visceral surgery

    2014: Managing Senior Physician, additional clinical specialisation in minimally invasive and hernia surgery

    2019: Chief Surgeon of the Colorectal Cancer Centre Bochum (the first certified colorectal cancer centre in Germany and one of the first certified leading colorectal centres in Europe)

    2021: Chief Surgeon of the Department of Surgery at the Academic Hospital Solingen

    Thanks to the professor and his team, the department has been modernised by introducing modern surgical methods of treatment and especially improved methods of post-operative recovery. The Department of Surgery at the Solingen Clinic is now further expanding its focus on minimally invasive surgery in the direction of robotics. The clinic has allocated a huge budget for the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment in order to offer patients a full range of surgical methods for the treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the oesophagus, lungs, stomach, liver, pancreas and intestines according to current guidelines and using the most modern technical equipment.

    Professor Schenker is an active researcher and lecturer. He lectures at medical universities and organises seminars and workshops for colleagues. He cooperates closely with the Cancer Centre, the Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Centre, the Intestinal Cancer Treatment Centre and the Interregional Trauma Centre.

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Aziz Cataltepe

  • 4.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Experience

    2017
    Private Nisa Hospital

    2011 - 2017
    Yenibosna Private Ilke Hospital

    2007 - 2011
    Gaziosmanpaşa Private Bilge Hospital

    Education

    2005
    Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

    2005
    Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

    2000
    İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education

    2000
    İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education

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Walter Querevalú

  • New
  • 35 years of experience
  • Mexico, Mexico City, DR. IRERI ASTEINZA Clinic
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Mehmet Akif Aydin

  • New
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital
  • Education
    1991 to 1997 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
    1998 to 2003 Ministry of Health Göztepe Training and Research Hospital

    Experience
    1997 to 1998 Van Edremit Health Center
    1998 to 2003 Ministry of Health Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Resident Doctor
    2004 to 2007 Sivas State Hospital, General Surgery Clinic, Specialist Doctor
    2007 to Present Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital, Associate Professor

    Professional Memberships
    -Turkish Medical Association
    -Turkish Surgical Society
    -Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
    -Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
    -Society of Endocrine Surgery

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Thomas Bachleitner-Hofmann

  • 3.8 Good 7 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Austria, Vienna, Confraternitaet Private Hospital
  • Dr. Thomas Bachleitner-Hofmann is a leading visceral surgeon at Confraternitaet Private Hospital. He specializes in surgery for large and small intestine, peritoneal, and breast cancers. He is known for his advanced surgical skills and his focus on team-based cancer care.

    He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Association for Cancer Research, European Society of Coloproctology, and the Austrian Breast and Colorectal Cancer Study Group. Dr. Bachleitner-Hofmann has received awards such as the Heinrich Treichl Prize, ACO-ASSO Award, AACR Aflac Award, Theodor Billroth Prize, and the Prize of the City of Vienna for his work in cancer research.

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Alon Pikarsky

  • 4.4 Good 12 reviews
  • 38 years of experience
  • Israel, Jerusalem, Hadassah Medical Center
  • Dr. Alon Pikarsky is a board-certified general and colorectal surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center. He received his Israel Board Certification in General Surgery in 1998. He has led the Medical Students Program in Surgery since 1997. Since 2000, he has also served as Residency Program Director.

    Dr. Pikarsky is known for his academic leadership. He has worked as an instructor in surgery since 1995, a lecturer since 1999, and a senior lecturer since 2005. He is an active member of several surgical associations. Dr. Pikarsky speaks both English and Hebrew fluently.

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Michele Reni

  • 4.6 Excellent 64 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Italy, Milan, San Raffaele
  • Professor Michele Reni is an experienced medical oncologist with over 30 years of practice based in Italy. He specializes in pancreatic adenocarcinoma, gastro-esophageal cancers, and central nervous system tumors. He has published over 180 papers on cancer treatment and is the coordinator of Italian Association of Medical Oncology (AIOM) guidelines for treatment and management of pancreatic cancer. He has also chaired numerous clinical trials on treating patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer.

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Antonio de Lacy Fortuny

  • 4.4 Good 6 reviews
  • Spain, Barcelona, Hospital Quiron Barcelona
  • One of the world-renowned pioneers in gastrointestinal surgery. Has developed new techniques for the colon and rectum cancer treatment TaTMEТ and NOTES — applied now around the world.
    Has performed over 15,000 surgeries.
    Performs over 1,000 interventions a year using minimally invasive techniques.
    President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe.

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