Chest X-Ray Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Victor Casals Teixido is a leading orthopedic surgeon at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. He is a primary specialist for lower limb traumatology and complex foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Casals Teixido trained at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He treats bone infections and performs minimally invasive osteosynthesis for pelvic fractures.

• Specializes in microsurgery and arthroscopic procedures for joint recovery.
• Treats valgus deformities, bone tumors, and prosthetic joint infections.
• Member of prestigious national and international orthopedic associations.
• Works at JCI-accredited Teknon Medical Center, a preferred clinic for Olympic athletes.

Dr. Eduardo Loeb Melus heads the Pulmonology Service at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. He is an active researcher at the Catalan Centre of Excellence in Pulmonology. Dr. Loeb Melus treats complex respiratory conditions like COPD, pneumonia, and asthma. He is a doctoral student at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.

• Coordinates clinical trials for the Vall d'Hebron Research Institute.
• Serves as the data manager for the EARCO European clinical registry.
• Authored several studies on blood biomarkers and asthma-COPD overlap.
• Performs lung cancer surgery and stem cell therapy for COPD.

Dr. Viola Fox is the Chief Physician at the Clinic for Oncology in Solingen. She is a leading expert in drug therapy for tumors in Germany and Europe. Dr. Fox holds a qualification in specialist genetics and conducts molecular biology research. She treats complex cases at a certified interdisciplinary cancer center.

• Member of the American Association for Cancer Research.
• Specializes in immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and molecular diagnostics.
• Treats hematological diseases, including lymphoma, leukemia, and myeloma.
• Works at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen, a clinic ranked among the top in Germany.

Dr. Kutsi Tuncer is an orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He is a prominent researcher in tendon healing and orthopedic oncology. His work focuses on biological agents that increase collagen expression during tendon repair. Dr. Tuncer treats both adults and children with complex musculoskeletal conditions.

• Specializes in stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee joint regeneration.
• Performs MAKOplasty and robotic-assisted joint replacements for high precision.
• Treats structural deformities including scoliosis and valgus conditions.
• Author of studies on improving Achilles tendon tensile strength after surgery.

Dr. Eyup Bakmaz is an orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has performed orthopedic surgeries for over 30 years. He specializes in sports medicine, knee replacement, and hip arthroscopy. Dr. Bakmaz previously served as the Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in treating meniscus tears, hip fractures, and bone injuries.
• Performs minimally invasive arthroscopic surgeries for joints.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring Turkey's first low-dose EOS imaging system.
• Maintains a clinical focus on complex orthopedic trauma and rehabilitation.

Dr. Fatih Mehmet Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in electrophysiology and arrhythmia treatment. Dr. Ucar completed residency training at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States. He also underwent electrophysiology training at Lübeck Hospital in Germany.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the European Arrhythmia Association.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation, heart cryoablation, and complex carotid stenting.
• Treats conditions including atrial fibrillation, hypertension, and coronary artery disease.
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale, a JCI-accredited Smart-and-Green hospital.

Dr. Marc Ulrich Becher is an interventional cardiologist at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen in Germany. He performs 3,900+ diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures annually. Dr. Becher specializes in treating heart failure, coronary artery disease, and complex arrhythmias. He integrates high-resolution imaging like IVUS and OCT into his surgical planning.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and cryoablation.
• Expertise includes carotid angioplasty, stenting, and TAVR procedures.
• Treats structural heart conditions including mitral and tricuspid valve issues.
• Works at an academic hospital ranked among Germany’s top clinics by Focus magazine.

Dr. Sami Sokucu is a senior orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in orthopedic oncology and complex bone trauma. He is a certified member of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. Dr. Sokucu treats diverse conditions like scoliosis, hip fractures, and meniscus tears.

• Performs specialized hip and ankle arthroscopy procedures.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association.
• Member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association since 2014.
• Works at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Senol Akman is an orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in knee replacement surgery and complex trauma care. Dr. Akman maintains a 90% surgical success rate. He works at a JCI-accredited facility using the low-dose EOS imaging system.

• Published over 15 research papers in respected medical journals.
• Treats bone injuries, joint dislocations, and meniscus tears.
• Expert in open reduction and fixation techniques for fractures.
• Uses advanced methods for joint replacement and heterotopic ossification.

Dr. Ergun Tozkoparan is a pulmonologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has deep expertise in tuberculosis, asthma, and pneumonia. He enhanced his skills in interventional pulmonology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Tozkoparan also served as a professor at the GATA Department of Pulmonology.

• Published research in CCLM regarding platelet indices in tuberculosis patients.
• Treats lung diseases at a JCI-accredited "Smart-and-Green" hospital.
• Maintains expertise in interventional techniques for complex lung conditions.
• Gained extensive specialized training at GATA Military Medical School in Ankara.

Dr. Abdullah Eren is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed a new Salter osteotomy technique to treat developmental hip dysplasia. This award-winning method eliminates the need for pins during internal fixation. Dr. Eren specializes in pediatric trauma, Perthes disease, and limb lengthening.

• Served as President of the TOTBID Pediatric Orthopedics Branch.
• Founder of the Turkish ASAMI (Ilizarov Applications and Research Center).
• Performed as a long-term trainer for Ilizarov limb lengthening courses.
• Received multiple first-place awards for research on hip dysplasia and septic arthritis.

Dr. Ibrahim Azboy is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in joint replacement and hip-conserving surgeries. He completed specialized training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. Dr. Azboy also trained at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia. He currently pursues a PhD in clinical anatomy. His practice focuses on restoring joint function through surgical and preservative methods.

• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.
• Performs knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, and arthroscopic meniscectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like scoliosis, arthrosis, and meniscus tears.
• Sits on the board of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association.

Dr. Saban Sec is a medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He treats breast, lung, gastrointestinal, and rare tumors. Dr. Sec currently represents specialist physicians in the Turkish Medical Oncology Association. He conducted a significant clinical study involving 138 patients with HER2-positive gastric cancer.

• Expertise covers colorectal, prostate, urogenital, head, neck, and salivary gland cancers.
• Authored over 10 peer-reviewed articles on cancer prognosis and survival rates.
• Member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
• Treats patients at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Yigit Changa is an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and treats complex conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmias. Dr. Changa received training at the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

• Performs coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation, and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise in carotid angioplasty, stent placement, and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000+ patients annually.
• Fluent in English and holds membership in the Turkish Medical Association.

Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has over 25 years of clinical and academic experience in the field of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He specializes in hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery.

He was born in Istanbul in 1971. He completed his elementary, middle, and high school education in Istanbul. In 1988, he was admitted to Istanbul University’s Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, where he began his medical education, and graduated with a medical degree in 1994.

Between 1994 and 1996, he fulfilled his mandatory service as a general practitioner in Artvin. In 1996, he passed the Medical Specialization Exam (TUS) and began his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology. In 2001, he completed his residency at Taksim Training and Research Hospital and earned the title of Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Following his residency, he completed his mandatory service at Van State Hospital and subsequently worked at Beykoz State Hospital. He later worked as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital, where he had the opportunity to work with many experienced surgeons in his field.

As part of his professional development, he served as an observer physician at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, USA. He later worked at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital and was appointed Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology in 2018.

He retired in 2023 and began working at Florence Nightingale Ataşehir Hospital that same year. In 2024, he was appointed as a professor at Demiroğlu Science University after being promoted to the rank of professor.

After a brief stint at Mecidiyeköy Environmental Hospital, Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has been serving as a Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology at NPİSTANBUL Hospital since June 2026.

He is married and an avid animal lover.

Dr. Thongchai Theerajumyaporn is an orthopedic surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in robotic-assisted spine surgery and joint reconstruction. Dr. Thongchai completed intensive fellowships in spine and joint surgery at UC Davis, California. He is a member of the Royal College of Orthopedic Surgeons of Thailand.

• Certified in robotic spine surgery at the Florida Hospital Nicholson Center.
• Uses PRP and stem cell therapy for musculoskeletal conditions.
• Treats adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and complex pediatric spine deformities.
• Performs total disc replacements and minimally invasive spine procedures.
• Published research on bone morphogenetic proteins and spinal screw placement.

Dr. Oguz Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in TAVI procedures, heart valve diseases, and coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Yilmaz received the best presentation award from the National Cardiology Congress. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Arel University.

• Performs endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Expert in heart aneurysm repair and varicose vein surgery.
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).

Dr. Fatih Arslanohlu is an orthopedist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed his medical degree at Istanbul University. Dr. Arslanohlu specializes in joint replacement and sports traumatology. He trained at the Baltalimani Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty for chronic joint pain.
• Treats meniscus tears and ligament injuries using arthroscopic techniques.
• Provides stem cell therapy for patients with arthritis.
• Treats bone fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome, and scoliosis.