Ultrasound Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Dr. Elif Evrim Ekin is a radiologist at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in musculoskeletal radiology and breast imaging. Dr. Ekin serves as the Education Coordinator at the Radiology Education Clinic. She has published extensive research in international journals indexed in SCI and SCI-E.

• Obtained her Medical Doctor title from Ege University Faculty of Medicine.
• Completed specialized radiology training at Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital.
• Maintains a focus on musculoskeletal diagnostics and breast health imaging.
• Completed the Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice training.
• Works at a facility that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Francesc Cobo Valien is a leading oncohematologist at the Teknon Oncology Institute in Barcelona. He specializes in treating complex blood cancers, including leukemia and lymphoma. Dr. Cobo Valien earned his medical degree and doctorate from the University of Barcelona. He serves patients at Centro Médico Teknon, a JCI-accredited facility.

• Treats acute and chronic leukemia, Hodgkin's lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.
• Performs bone marrow transplants and biological therapy for hematologic malignancies.
• Recipient of the Spanish Hematology Association award for medical reporting.
• Heads research projects supported by the Catalan Society of Hematology.

Dr. Juan Ybarra Munoz is a specialist in oncology and gastroenterology at Centro Medico Teknon. He uses ultrasound for diagnostic assessments of the digestive system.

• Recognized expert at one of Spain's top medical centers
• Specializes in diagnosing gastrointestinal cancers and digestive disorders
• Integrates imaging into oncologic care plans
• Focuses on precise detection of liver and abdominal issues

Dr. Ebru Ozturk Oksuz is a gynecology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. She holds advanced certification in perinatal ultrasound to monitor high-risk pregnancies.

• Completed specialized training in ultrasound for maternal and fetal health.
• Performs hormone disorder management and detailed pregnancy follow-ups.
• Uses ultrasound to guide assisted reproductive therapies like IVF.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics.
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical School.

Dr. Nuri Ceydeli is a gynecology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He uses ultrasound and biopsies to screen for ovarian and cervical cancers.

• Focuses on gynecologic oncology and urogynecology for women's health.
• Member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL).
• Expert in hysteroscopy to examine the uterus for abnormalities.
• Performs laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis and ovarian cysts.
• Belongs to the Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Society.

Dr. Jose Rojas is the founder of Hospital de la Familia. He uses ultrasound and hysteroscopy to diagnose complex gynecological conditions near the US-Mexico border.

• Board certified by the Mexican Council of Gynecology and Obstetrics Surgery
• Specializes in diagnosing endometriosis, polycystic ovaries, and uterine fibroids
• Expert in hysteroscopy to examine the inside of the uterus for disease
• Performs colposcopy to inspect the cervix and vagina for abnormalities
• Completed postgraduate training at the Universidad Autonoma de Baja California

Professor Erhun Eyüboğlu trained at Johns Hopkins University. He leads surgical departments at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital where ultrasound supports complex cancer screenings.

• Lectures at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine to train future surgeons
• Specializes in surgical pancreatic cancer treatment using the Whipple procedure
• Heads scientific research and clinical studies in advanced surgical onionology
• Recognized for managing complex gastrointestinal and obesity surgery cases

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.

Professor Necdet Uskent is a founding member of the Turkish Oncology Group. He uses ultrasound for cancer staging and monitoring at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Performed the first bone marrow transplant in Turkey as part of a pioneer team
• Specializes in gastrointestinal and lung cancers requiring precise imaging
• Holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate from ESMO
• Completed a clinical fellowship at the Wadley Institutes of Molecular Medicine in the USA
• Trained other specialists as a visiting lecturer at several London hospitals

Professor Fritz Leutmezer is an Associate Professor at the Medical University of Vienna. He provides advanced neurological ultrasound and diagnostic services at the Wiener Privatklinik.

• Co-authored the official European and Austrian treatment guidelines for multiple sclerosis
• Specializes in ultrasound imaging for complex neurological and neurodegenerative disorders
• Leads international clinical trials to develop new therapy standards for MS
• Board certified in neurology by the Austrian medical authorities
• Earned his habilitation – the highest academic qualification in European medicine

Dr. Peter Schenker is the Chief Surgeon at the Medical Center in Solingen. He specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and pancreatic surgery. He formerly served as the Chief Surgeon at Germany’s first certified colorectal cancer center. Dr. Schenker focuses on robotic and minimally invasive surgical methods. He treats complex conditions like Barrett's esophagus and Crohn's disease.

• Chief Surgeon of the Department of Surgery at the Academic Hospital Solingen.
• Served as the Coordinator of the Pancreatic Cancer Center (Oncocert).
• Member of the German Medical Association and scientific journal expert.
• Specializes in hernia surgery and pancreatic transplantation.

Professor Aidietis Audrius leads the Center of Cardiology and Angiology at Vilnius University Hospital Santaros Klinikos.

• Heads the cardiothoracic surgery department at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital
• Performs heart ultrasound – uses sound waves to check heart structure and valve function
• Specializes in arrhythmology – focuses on heart rhythm disorders
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology

Dr. Ilhan Elmaci is a neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in brain tumors, vascular neurosurgery, and skull base disorders. He completed his training and research at Johns Hopkins University and Zurich University. Dr. Elmaci has published over 110 scientific papers in international medical journals.

• Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey.
• Executive Committee member of the European Skull Base Society.
• Led Turkey’s first EANS-accredited neurosurgery clinic.
• Performs endoscopic skull base surgery and micro neurosurgery.

Dr. Maciej Bujko is a certified instructor in endoscopic spine surgery at Carolina Hospital. He has performed over 2,500 surgeries on the brain and spine. Dr. Bujko specializes in treating complex gliomas and skull base tumors. He also focuses on interventional pain management under ultrasound and X-ray control.

• Performs endoscopic and open surgeries for herniated disks and spinal stenosis.
• Treats trigeminal neuralgia using microvascular decompression.
• Inserts artificial discs and performs instrumental spine stabilization.
• Works at a FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence with ISO 9001 certification.

Dr. Tomas Jucaitis is a gastroenterologist and endoscopist. He studied at Kaunas University of Medicine from 1991 to 1998 and graduated in 1998. He completed a primary residency at Ukmergė Hospital in 1999 (1998–1999). He then finished an internal medicine residency at Vilnius University (1999–2001). He later completed a gastroenterology residency (2001–2003). His training also includes internships in the Czech Republic, Germany, and the USA.

He was Coordinator at the National Organ Transplantation Bureau from 2001 to 2004. He worked as an endoscopist and ultrasound specialist at Vilnius Emergency University Hospital from 2003 to 2006. Since 2006, he has practiced as a gastroenterologist and endoscopist at Vilnius University Hospital “SK” Center Branch and at Vilnius “Kardiolita Clinics.” He also held prior roles at Švenčionys Hospital and “Northway” Medical Center.

Dr. Vilius Kontenis is a gastroenterologist and endoscopist. He trained at Vilnius University and earned his MD in 2014. He completed his gastroenterology residency in 2018. Since then, he has worked at Mažeikiai Hospital as a gastroenterologist and endoscopist. He also practices at Kardiolita Clinics in Vilnius as a gastroenterologist.

His work includes a systematic review and meta-analysis on inflammatory bowel disease. He has studied liver fibrosis, comparing FibroScan with routine tests. He has also published on dysphagia in older adults, pediatric diarrhea, and food allergy. He has presented on chylous ascites and catastrophic antiphospholipid syndrome. He edited issue No. 1 of Gastroenterologija. He attended the 35th GEEW in 2017. He is a member of the Lithuanian Gastroenterology Association and the World Gastroenterology Organisation.

Dr. Laura Masalaite is a gastroenterologist and endoscopist at VUL Santaros Clinics and Kardiolita Clinics. She became Acting Head of the Organ Transplantation Coordination Centre in 2024. From 2007 to 2024, she served as Senior Specialist. She has been an Associate Professor at Vilnius University since 2024.

She completed a PhD in Medicine in 2014 (2010–2014). She finished a gastroenterology residency in 2010 (2006–2010). She is a licensed gastroenterologist (MPL15909; 2010-06-30). Her advanced training includes liver transplantation in Vienna (2023–2024) and Warsaw (2010). She also trained in endoscopy and ultrasound in Wuppertal and completed UEG courses. She obtained GCP certification in 2023.

She has published in Cancers, Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology, and Hepatology International. Her work covers national 5-year colorectal screening and EUS for predicting variceal recurrence. She has also studied adenoma detection rate, Zenker diverticulotomy, portal vein flow in pancreatitis, diastolic dysfunction in cirrhosis, and early outcomes after liver transplantation.

Dr. Kristina Ryliškienė is a neurologist at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital in Vilnius. She specializes in the treatment of chronic migraines using botulinum toxin injections. Dr. Ryliškienė is an Associate Professor at Vilnius University. She serves as a curator for medical training courses on dizziness and stroke diagnosis.

• Expertise in neurosonology, headache disorders, and stroke management.
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology working groups.
• Past lecturer at the Baltic School of Neurosonology and Astana University.
• Dr. Ryliškienė treats patients at the JCI-accredited Meliva Kardiolita Hospital.