Male Check-up Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Shen Yuqin, MD, PhD, is Professor and Chief Physician at Shanghai Tongji Hospital. Dr. Shen directs the Rehabilitation Medicine Center and the Cardiac Rehabilitation Department. A doctoral supervisor and National Advanced Worker, Dr. Shen is a pioneer in cardiac rehabilitation for heart failure.

Dr. Shen was the first in China to implement cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET)-guided rehabilitation for heart failure. Dr. Shen also introduced the use of the anaerobic threshold to prescribe exercise intensity. The team created a nationwide hospital–community–home closed-loop model. In 2020, they opened Shanghai’s only inpatient cardiac rehabilitation ward in a tertiary hospital.

Dr. Shen is the principal investigator of two NSFC General Projects. Honors include the CRMA Science and Technology Award, First Prize (2019), and the Shanghai Rehabilitation Medicine Science and Technology Progress Awards, First Prize (2018, 2024). Dr. Shen has published over 50 papers as first or corresponding author. Dr. Shen served as chief editor of one monograph and associate editor of two. The portfolio includes 22 patents (15 authorized, including three invention patents) and five software copyrights. Nine technology transfers have been completed.

Dr. Shen is a Fellow of the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (FAACVPR) and a CDQI certified expert. Dr. Shen serves as an associate editor and editorial board member. Dr. Shen led the drafting of eight consensuses, guidelines, and standards, and organized 20 national courses. The center has served more than 10,000 patients. The care model has been extended across Shanghai and introduced in Yunnan.

Dr. Aysegul Acar is a chest diseases specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. She focuses on complex respiratory conditions, including lung cancer and occupational lung diseases. Dr. Acar performs bronchoscopy and manages intensive care for pulmonary patients. She works at a clinic that treats 280,000 patients every year.

• Treats chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, and pulmonary tuberculosis.
• Expertise in managing sleep disorders and pneumonia.
• Clinical experience in treating post-Covid-19 respiratory complications.
• Practices at a facility accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Akif Nuri Dogan is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He performs male check-up assessments to create long-term health monitoring plans for adults.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, a top-tier Turkish medical institution
• Specializes in metabolic health, focusing on weight management and blood sugar control
• Treats chronic digestive issues including reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease
• Investigates causes of chronic fatigue and low energy levels in patients
• Completed residency at Bezm-i Alem Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Tarik Akar is a gastroenterology specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. His male check-ups prioritize digestive health through advanced colonoscopy and gastroscopy with biopsies.

• Performed award-winning research on gastrointestinal system cancers
• Winner of the Best Verbal Presentation Award at an international cancer congress
• Specializes in ESD to remove early-stage colon and gastric cancers
• Uses interventional endoscopy to treat bile duct obstructions and polyps
• Published 25 research papers in local and international medical journals

Professor Ibrahim Halil Tanboga leads the cardiology department at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital. He integrates advanced heart screenings into every male check-up.

• Completed specialized heart valve training at St Thomas Hospital in London
• Holds a PhD in Biostatistics for analyzing complex medical data and outcomes
• Uses IVUS and OCT imaging to see inside heart vessels during check-ups
• Expert in transesophageal echocardiography – a detailed ultrasound of the heart
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology, which sets international heart care standards

Dr. Aksoy is an Assistant Professor at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty. He leads radiological diagnostics at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental during male check-up screenings.

• Specializes in interventional radiology for minimally invasive diagnostic procedures
• Performs whole-body MRI and CT scans to detect early health changes
• Conducts guided biopsies for precise prostate, kidney, and liver evaluation
• Member of the European Society of Radiology and the International Society of Radiology
• Presented research at 13 national and international medical congresses

Dr. Orhan Dalkilic specializes in pulmonary diagnostics at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. His male check-up contributions focus on identifying respiratory diseases and sleep disorders using advanced testing.

• Performs diagnostic bronchoscopy – uses a thin camera to examine lung airways directly
• Conducted research on sleep apnea for the Turkish Respiratory Society
• Expert in lung function tests and chest CT scans for cancer screening
• Specialist in managing COPD and asthma through precise diagnostic protocols
• Trained at Heybeliada Chest Diseases Hospital, a major center for respiratory research

Dr. Selami Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He integrates specific screenings for common adult health issues into male check-up plans.

• Treats hyperlipidemia to help lower high blood cholesterol levels
• Monitors hypertension and thyroid diseases as part of routine screenings
• Addresses chronic rheumatic diseases and obesity for overall health maintenance
• Specializes in gastric and intestinal health to identify digestive issues
• Trained at Karadeniz Technical University and Kocaeli University medical faculties

2,500+ coronary angiographies performed – Dr. Saygi is a cardiovascular specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He leads male check-ups with a focus on early heart disease detection.

• Treats coronary artery disease, heart failure, and valve disorders
• Uses Transesophageal Echocardiography for detailed heart mapping
• Expert in hypertension and arrhythmia diagnosis via Holter monitoring
• Performs non-surgical vascular treatments using balloons and stents
• Trained at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital

Dr. Alejandro Lira is a certified urologic surgeon at Hospital de la Familia in Tijuana. He earned his medical degree and surgeon certification from UNAM in Mexico City. Dr. Lira is a member of the Mexican Council of Urologists. He treats conditions like erectile dysfunction, kidney cysts, and prostate hyperplasia. He speaks English fluently and provides surgical care for international patients.

• Certified as a specialist surgeon by the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM).
• Performs prostatectomy, vasectomy reversal, laser lithotripsy, and varicocelectomy.
• Treats male infertility and urological tumors at a CSG-accredited boutique facility.
• Hospital de la Familia sits just 200 yards from the US-Mexico border.

Professor Omer Necip Aytug leads gastrointestinal care at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He integrates advanced screenings into male check-ups to identify digestive and metabolic issues early.

• Performed thousands of diagnostic gastroscopies and colonoscopies throughout his career
• Ranked as a Professor at Abant Izzet Baysal University
• Specializes in treating chronic conditions like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
• Fellowship-trained in gastroenterology at Marmara University School of Medicine
• Expert in laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery to treat chronic acid reflux

Professor Mustafa Saglam leads the cardiology department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. His male check-ups focus on evaluating heart health and circulatory function using advanced diagnostic tools.

• Specializes in coronary artery imaging using stress tests and heart monitoring
• Uses 24-hour blood pressure tracking to assess hypertension risks
• Trained at Kosuyolu Heart Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise in aortic valve assessment and vascular surgery
• Associate professor with specialized training in complex cardiovascular disease detection

Dr. Fatma Kural Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Her male check-up services focus on early detection of chronic diseases and hormonal imbalances.

• Provides specialized oncological screenings to detect early signs of cancer in men
• Monitors endocrine health through TSH tests and lipid profile blood sugar assessments
• Interprets abdominal ultrasound and lung function tests for a complete health view
• Specializes in metabolic syndrome and thyroid issues at a top Istanbul hospital
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – a premier Turkish medical faculty

Dr. Josep Torremade Barreda is the Head of Andrology at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. He specializes in male reproductive medicine, sexology, and complex urological surgery. Dr. Torremade Barreda has served as the Editor of the International Journal of Andrology since 2016. He completed specialized training at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York.

• Acts as the Head of the Andrology Department at Hospital Clínic of Barcelona.
• Maintains membership with the European Committee of Sexual Medicine.
• Performs microsurgical varicocele repair, penile prosthesis implantation, and TESE.
• Recipient of a Doctor of Medicine degree with honors from the Universitat de Barcelona.

Dr. Harald Rosen is a specialist in internal medicine and endoscopic surgery at Wiener Privatklinik. His male check-up services prioritize advanced digestive health screening and cancer prevention.

• Performs interventional endoscopy to detect and treat digestive disorders without large incisions
• Uses ERCP – a technique combining endoscopy and X-rays to check bile and pancreatic ducts
• Expert in identifying gastrointestinal cancers and removing colon polyps during screenings
• Member of the European Society of Surgery (ESS)
• Trained at the University of Vienna – one of the oldest medical schools in Europe

Professor Georg Shatzl is an expert urologist at Wiener Privatklinik. During male check-ups, he focuses on early detection of urologic cancers and reproductive health.

• Associate Professor at the Medical University of Vienna – a top European research institution
• Specializes in andrology, the medical branch dedicated specifically to male reproductive health
• Develops international guidelines for male sexual health and urologic cancer care
• Expert in identifying benign prostatic hyperplasia, the non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate
• Senior consultant at major medical centers in Vienna for three decades