Best Basic Check-up Doctors Abroad

Dr. Murat Savas is a professor of urology at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic surgery for complex prostate and kidney conditions. Dr. Savas completed a prestigious urology fellowship at Charité Hospital in Berlin. He holds multiple certifications in laparoscopic surgery from the Endourology Association and IRCAD.

• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and nephrectomy.
• Winner of the Best Video Award from the National Urology Congress.
• Uses Holmium Laser Enucleation for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
• Certified in urodynamics, neuro-uropharmacology, and microsurgical varicocele techniques.

Dr. Aziz Kemal Emek is a general surgeon and surgical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in gastrointestinal surgery, focusing on liver and biliary tract tumors. Dr. Emek holds a professorship from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He performs Da Vinci robotic procedures and weight loss surgeries.

• Member of the National Surgical Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, liver cirrhosis, and ulcerative colitis.
• Performs stomach resections, esophagectomies, and robotic-assisted surgeries.
• Works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

Dr. Amos Toren is a pediatric hemato-oncologist at Sheba Medical Center. He served as Director of the Pediatric Hemato-Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant Division. Dr. Toren holds a PhD in Human Genetics. He specializes in CAR T-cell therapy and bone marrow transplantation for children. Forbes Israel has recognized his expertise in hematology.

• Served as the Head of the Hematology Division at Tel Aviv University.
• Treats complex cases of leukemia, lymphoma, and rare pediatric cancers.
• Member of the American Society of Hematology and European Group for Blood and Marrow Transplantation.
• Collaborates on research with the NIH and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Dr. Layim Cheecharoen is a general practitioner at MedEx Neo Clinic. She specializes in medical assessments including dermatology and laboratory result interpretation for your basic check-up.

• Completed long-term training in dermatology and dermatosurgery in Thailand
• Specialist in interpreting complex laboratory results from health screenings
• Trained in pharmacology for pain management and acupuncture
• Focuses on clear communication and medical assessment based on patient history
• Expert in screening for sexually transmitted infections and general health conditions

Chief physician and professor. Grade 1 Expert at the Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University (ranked No. 2 in China). Completed a postdoctoral fellowship in interventional radiology at the Chinese PLA General Hospital. Leads multidisciplinary team (MDT) care for complex tumors. Expert in minimally invasive interventional oncology for liver, lung, and pancreatic cancers.

Accreditations: Council Member, WATA. Member of CACA and CMDA committees on intervention, ablation, radioactive seeds, and pain. In 2023, inaugural director member, Palliative Care Committee, Sichuan MDA. Editorial board member of the Chinese Journal of Interventional Imaging and Therapy. Editorial board member of the Chinese Journal of Pain Medicine.

Leads 2 provincial S&T projects and 2 NSFC projects. Has 40+ papers, with 30+ as first or corresponding author. Highest impact factor: 10.73. Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cohort: TACE + lenvatinib vs TACE + sorafenib. OS 18.97 vs 10.77 months. PFS 10.6 vs 5.4 months. ORR 66.8% vs 33.3%.

Dr. Artur A. Antoniewicz, MD, PhD, is a urologist with more than 20 years of experience. He has led the Urology Department at Międzyleski Specialist Hospital in Warsaw for 7 years. He has been affiliated with the hospital for over 20 years. Since 2018, he has performed robot-assisted procedures at the Prostate Cancer Treatment Center.

He graduated from the First Faculty of Medicine at the Medical University of Warsaw. He is a specialist in urology and in general surgery (1992). He has worked at State Clinical Hospital No. 1 in Warsaw, the Department of Urology at the Medical University of Warsaw, and the Railway Hospital in Warsaw. He completed fellowships and training in Germany, France, Slovenia, and Italy.

He earned FEBU certification in 1999. He has served on the Scientific Committee of the Polish Urological Association since 2000. He is an active member of the Polish Urological Association, the European Board of Urology, the European Association of Urology, and the Société Internationale d’Urologie.

Dr. Sait Aygün is a Urologist and Urological Surgeon currently seeing patients at Optimed International Çorlu Hospital.

Education & Certifications: Graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English program, 2017) and completed his Urology residency at Ankara Bilkent City Hospital Department of Urology (2024). He also holds the international Bristol Urodynamics Certificate.

Experience: Completed clinical residency training at Ankara Bilkent City Hospital (2018–2024), served at Hakkari State Hospital (2024–2025), and joined the medical team at Optimed International Çorlu Hospital in 2025.

Core Expertise:
- Andrology & Sexual Health: Penile prosthesis implantation, surgical correction of penile curvature (plication and grafting), Peyronie’s disease surgery, male aesthetic procedures (penile lengthening and girth enhancement), and cryoablation/hyaluronic acid injections for premature ejaculation.
- Male Infertility & Men’s Health: Erectile dysfunction management, microscopic varicocelectomy, and undescended testicle surgery.
- Endourology & Stone Surgery: Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS), ureterorenoscopy (URS), percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL), and laparoscopic/open ureterolithotomy and pyelolithotomy.
- Urological Oncology: Laparoscopic radical/partial nephrectomy for kidney and ureteral tumors, radical cystectomy for bladder cancer, radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer, and orchiectomy for testicular tumors.
- General & Reconstructive Urology: Urethroplasty for urethral strictures, benign prostatic hyperplasia treatments (TUR-P, open prostatectomy), and medical circumcision.

Academic Publications: Contributed to clinical research on reconstructive urology, including published work on ventral-approach augmented non-transected anastomotic (vANTA) urethroplasty for bulbar urethral strictures.

Combining evidence-based clinical practices with minimally invasive and reconstructive surgical techniques, Dr. Aygün provides comprehensive urological care, serving his patients fluently in both Turkish and English.

Dr. Thanaphat Pomyukon is a Thai Board-certified surgeon specializing in gastrointestinal health at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital.

• Earned his medical degree from the prestigious Chulalongkorn University faculty of medicine
• Completed expert surgical training at Roi Et Hospital under the Ministry of Public Health
• Specializes in gastrointestinal endoscopy including gastroscopy and colonoscopy for basic check-up screenings
• Expert in treating digestive system diseases and screening for gallbladder stones
• Holds a diploma from the Thai Board of General Surgery

Dr. Yoshiaki Yokoi is the Medical Director of TIMC OSAKA and a cardiologist with over 40 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine. He is a pioneer in treating peripheral arterial disease in Japan.

He has held several leadership roles within the Tokushukai Medical Group. These include Director of Cardiology, Vice President, and Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Kishiwada Tokushukai Hospital.

He established TIMC OSAKA to advance preventive healthcare. The center focuses on early disease detection and personalized health management.

Professor Onder Surgit is a senior surgeon at Optimed Health Group. He performs surgical assessments during basic check-ups to identify internal health issues early.

• Holds the title of Professor – an advanced academic rank for medical experts
• Specializes in cancer surgery and laparoscopic methods for precise diagnostics
• Serves as an instructor surgeon at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center
• Trained at Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Former faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim University medical departments

Dr. Srithurawanit leads health assessments at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital in Bangkok. He uses precision medicine to tailor basic check-up programs for long-term wellness.

• Oversees screenings for cardiovascular and endocrine health issues
• Provides diagnostics to detect early signs of chronic diseases
• Practices at a facility with GHA and AACI safety accreditations
• Integrates regenerative techniques to support tissue repair and recovery
• Focuses on lifestyle-based illness prevention and patient longevity

Dr. Bilal Ergul is a gastroenterologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He is known for performing Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) surgery. This procedure treats complex swallowing disorders without external incisions. Dr. Ergul has authored around 100 academic publications on various gastrointestinal topics.

• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for GERD and gastric polyps removal.
• Treats chronic conditions including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis.
• Performs esophagectomy and small intestine resections for complex cases.
• Works at an ISO-certified university hospital that treats 20,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Son Dong-wan specializes in urologic oncology, urinary incontinence, and sexual dysfunction. He performs laser prostate surgery. He provides robotic and laparoscopic treatment for cancers of the prostate, bladder, ureter, and kidney. He also treats ureteropelvic junction obstruction.

His minimally invasive practice includes laparoscopic nephrectomy and prostatectomy. He performs cystoscopic TURBT and TURP. He offers ureteroscopic laser stone removal and percutaneous nephrolithotomy. He treats BPH, prostatitis, urinary stones, testicular cancer, stress urinary incontinence (SUI), overactive bladder (OAB), and male infertility.