CT (computer tomography) Doctors Abroad — Page 19

Dr. Walter Klepetko is a thoracic surgeon at Vienna General Hospital. He heads the Division of Thoracic Surgery at MedUni Vienna. He established one of the largest lung transplant programs in the world. Dr. Klepetko specializes in lung cancer, pulmonary hypertension, and tracheal surgery.

• Performs over 100 lung transplant procedures annually.
• Former president of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery.
• Served as the European representative for the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
• Winner of the City of Vienna Prize for Medical Sciences.

Chair of AO-Spine Austria Josef Grohs specializes in complex spine surgery. He uses CT scans to plan intricate procedures at Vienna General Hospital.

• Former President of the Austrian Spine Society – the national authority on spinal health
• Deputy Chief of the Spine Unit at the Medical University of Vienna
• Core Reviewer for the Spine Society of Europe – evaluates clinical research standards
• Habilitation in Orthopedics – holds an advanced qualification to teach at the university level
• Performs fetal surgery for spina bifida and corrective surgery for scoliosis

Professor Schoppmann heads the Gastroesophageal Tumor Unit in Vienna. He uses CT scans to plan surgical treatment for gastric and esophageal cancers.

• Directs the Department for Surgical Functional Testing at Vienna General Hospital
• Coordinates the Gastroesophageal Cancer Unit at the Medical University of Vienna
• Published over 240 specialized articles in major peer-reviewed medical journals
• General Secretary of the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology
• Serves as Associate Editor for the European Journal of Surgical Oncology

Professor Marek Ehrlich leads the Aneurysm Program at Vienna General Hospital. He uses CT scans to create precise 3D treatment plans for complex heart and aortic conditions.

• Specializes in diagnosing aortic dissections and complex heart valve disorders
• Trained at elite global centers including Stanford University and Mount Sinai New York
• Published over 100 scientific articles on cardiovascular imaging and surgery
• Recipient of multiple international awards for brain protection research in heart surgery
• Expert in coronary angiography – an imaging test for heart artery blockages

Specializations

Scoliosis Treatment

Spinal Canal Stenosis

Fracture and Slip Problems in the Spine

Heel Spurs and Foot and Ankle Problems

Knee and Hip Prosthesis

Shoulder and Knee Problems

Coccyx Pain (Coccyx Pain)

Dr. Hasan Kalkan is an orthopedic surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery and total joint replacements for the knee, hip, and shoulder. Dr. Kalkan graduated from the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He treats complex musculoskeletal issues, including ligament tears and bone fractures.

• Performs anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and arthroscopic meniscectomy.
• Surgical expert in correcting valgus deformity and hallux valgus (toe deformity).
• Performs soft tissue tumor mass excision and trauma surgery.
• Works at a facility that uses robotic-assisted techniques for faster recovery.

Dr. Nurana Guliyeva is a gastroenterologist at the Biological Medicine Integrative Health Center in Baku. She specializes in treating viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, and complex autoimmune liver diseases. Dr. Guliyeva completed an internship in microbiology and infectious diseases at Ege University in Turkey. She focuses on digestive health, including stomach, intestine, and pancreas disorders.

• Trained at Ege University and Hacettepe Hospital in Turkey.
• Treats viral hepatitis A, B, C, and D alongside drug-induced liver poisoning.
• Performs specialized procedures like colon hydrotherapy and gastric polyp removal.
• Works at an integrative health center treating over 84,000 patients annually.

Specializations

Brain Tumors

Aneurysm Surgery

Pituitary Surgery

Spine Surgery

Waist neck and back hernias

Spine Tumors

Spinal Fractures

Peripheral Nerve Surgery

Specializations

Micro Surgical Lumbar and Cervical Disc Herniation Treatment

Scoliosis Surgery and Treatment

Brain and Spine Tumors

Spine Fracture Treatment

Spinal Canal Narrowing Surgery

Lumbar Slipping Surgery and Treatment

Specializations

Endoscopic Closed Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery

Surgical Treatment for Spine Fractures

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Cervical and Lumbar Herniations

Specializations

Coronary Artery Diseases (Cardiovascular Occlusion, Heart Attack)

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)

Heart Valve Diseases

Rhythm Disorders (Arrhythmias)

Heart failure

Leg Vascular Diseases

Cervical Vascular Diseases

Specializations

Coronary Artery Diseases (Cardiovascular Occlusion, Heart Attack)

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)

Heart Valve Diseases

Rhythm Disorders (Arrhythmias)

Coronary, Angiography and Intervention

Specializations

Pediatric Orthopedics

Hip Dislocations

Hip and Knee Arthroplasty

Surgical Treatment of Fractures and Dislocations

Sports Injuries

Dr. Savas Comlek is an Associate Professor and anesthesiologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice and a Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist. Dr. Comlek treats complex spinal, neck, and cancer pain using ultrasound-guided techniques.

• Expert in splanchnic neurolysis for pancreatic cancer pain management.
• Authored over 10 international articles on interventional pain and analgesia protocols.
• Specializes in treating musculoskeletal conditions like hip fractures and osteoarthritis.
• Works at JCI-accredited Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul.

Experience

Liman Hospital Radiology Clinic

Academy Medical Center

Anaclinic Medical Center

Kayseri State Hospital

Kayseri Erciyes University Radiology Clinic

Samsun Private Midiliv Medical Center

Samsun Büyük Anadolu Hospital (2023)

Specializations

Adult and Pediatric Trauma Surgery

Knee, Shoulder, Ankle Arthroscopic Surgery

Knee Prosthesis, Hip Prosthesis, Shoulder Prosthesis

Deformity and Lengthening Surgery

Sports Surgery

Dr. Lecturer Omer Faruk Akkaya is a neurologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in stroke management and cerebral palsy treatment. Dr. Akkaya previously served as the Deputy Chief Physician at VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital. He provides care for complex neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.

• Expert in epilepsy diagnosis using EEG and specialized neurological treatments.
• Treats muscle and nerve diseases, vertigo, and restless leg syndrome.
• Practices at a clinic treats 280,000 patients annually using modern techniques.
• Works at a facility holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Specializations

Abdomen Radiology

Doppler Radiology

Obstetric Radiology

Breast Radiology

Musculoskeletal Radiology

Pediatric Radiology

Neuroradiology

Nonvascular Interventional Procedures

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