98 Best Colectomy (Large Bowel Resection) Doctors Abroad

Prof. Kaptanoglu brings 34 years of surgical expertise, including specialized training at Northwestern University's Transplantation Center.

• Trained in transplantation surgery at Northwestern University
• Member of the Colorectal Surgery Association
• Former Associate Professor at Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in hepatobiliary and colorectal procedures

Dr. Bulent Karagoz is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in immunotherapy and targeted therapies for sarcoma, lymphoma, and lung cancer. Dr. Karagoz provides treatment at a facility affiliated with the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Authored over 40 research publications focusing on tumor biology and immunology.
• Former Head of Internal Diseases at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine.
• Held leadership roles in medical oncology at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and European Head and Neck Society.

Dr. Carlos Garcia Vasquez is a general surgeon at Centro PAD in Madrid. He holds a patent for a prosthetic implantation system for abdominal wall surgery. Dr. Garcia Vasquez serves as Associate Head of Surgery at Infanta Elena University Hospital. He earned his PhD in Surgery with summa cum laude honors.

• Certified in robotic surgery using the Da Vinci X, Xi, and 5 platforms.
• Specially trained in laparoscopic surgery at IRCAD in Strasbourg, France.
• Focuses on minimally invasive colorectal, proctologic, and abdominal wall procedures.
• Member of the Spanish Association of Surgeons and the Spanish Association of Coloproctology.

Dr. Vafi Atalay is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He developed the tube ileostomy technique to eliminate the need for ostomy-closure surgery. This method was published in the journal Colorectal Disease. Dr. Atalay specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver cancers.

• Winner of the Gold Medal Award at the Istanbul International Invention Fair.
• Authored over 30 articles in national and international medical journals.
• Received the Best Scientific Research Award from several surgical congresses.
• Practices at a clinic affiliated with the top-ranked Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in HIPEC and bariatric surgery. He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures. Dr. Kartal holds certification from the European Society of Coloproctology (FEBS-C). He works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Completed over 650 surgical operations across major hospitals in Turkey.
• Certified by the Turkish Surgical Association for his surgical qualifications.
• Uses laser techniques for hemorrhoidal diseases and interventional endoscopic procedures.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery.

Dr. Jaume Capdevila specializes in digestive cancers with a prestigious fellowship in endocrine oncology from Uppsala University Hospital.

• 26 years of experience in medical oncology
• Residency at Santa Creu i Sant Pau Hospital
• Active member of ESMO, EORTC, and ENETS
• Co-founder of the Spanish Task Force Group for Orphan and Infrequent Tumors

Dr. Pelles Sharon specializes in colectomy and other complex cancer surgeries at Sourasky Medical Center, with a focus on innovative treatments.

• Expert in Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) for advanced cases
• Conducts clinical research on cancer treatment attitudes
• Offers a wide range of surgical and non-surgical cancer treatments
• Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers

Prof. Merimsky has dedicated over 41 years to oncology, specializing in complex sarcoma cases at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Head of the Soft Tissue and Bone Oncology Unit
• ESMO Faculty Member for sarcoma treatment protocols
• Fellowship-trained at Institut Gustave Roussy in Paris
• Published numerous papers on innovative cancer therapies

35+ years pioneering bone marrow transplants – Prof. Nagler leads Hematology & Bone Marrow Transplantation at Sheba Medical Center.

• Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Hematology
• Performed Israel's first cord blood transplantations
• Former Chair of EBMT's Acute Leukemia Working Party
• Authored numerous publications in leading hematology journals

Dr. Pichai Kittipanyaworakul is a gastroenterologist and hepatologist at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. He earned his medical degree from Chiang Mai University. Dr. Kittipanyaworakul holds a diploma in gastroenterology and hepatology from Mahidol University, a top-tier Thai institution. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 30,000 patients every year.

• Specializes in treating complex liver conditions like chronic Hepatitis B and C.
• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection and gastric polyps removal.
• Manages autoimmune digestive disorders, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Offers diagnostic screenings like gastroscopy with biopsy and transnasal endoscopy.

Dr. Tvaruzek has performed over 3,500 robotic surgeries, specializing in minimally invasive techniques at St. Zdislava Hospital.

• Leading certified expert by Intuitive Surgical for Da Vinci robots
• Heads the Center of Robotic Surgery in Czech Republic
• Specializes in prostatectomy, transoral surgeries, and bariatric procedures
• Member of Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in advanced laparoscopic colectomy, with training from Scotland and over 24 years of surgical experience.

• Associate professor in general surgery since 2020
• Author of 20+ articles on general surgery and kidney transplants
• Performs kidney and pancreas transplants at Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Turkish Ministry of Health

Dr. Almog Ben-Yaacov specializes in complex colorectal malignancies and has performed over 200 HIPEC procedures at Sheba Medical Center.

• Board-certified in General Surgery and Surgical Oncology
• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in advanced surgical oncology
• Expert in minimally invasive and laparoscopic colorectal procedures
• ESSO-certified in HIPEC surgery and other advanced techniques

Professor Riccardo Rosati heads one of Italy's most recognized High Volume Centers for large bowel surgery, performing over 2,000 GI surgeries annually at San Raffaele.

• 41 years of experience in digestive tract surgery
• Extensive expertise in minimally invasive and open colectomy techniques
• Head of GI Surgery Department at San Raffaele Research Hospital
• Author of 300+ scientific publications on surgical methods
• Member of The Society for Surgery of the Gastrointestinal Tract

Specializes in colon, rectum, and stomach diseases – Dr. Onalan performs colectomies at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic hernia surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Skilled in endoscopic interventions like colonoscopy

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. Dr. Karaaslan brings clinical expertise from major institutions, including Medical Park and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He works at a hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Holds personal certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Treats complex conditions, including stage 4 colon and lung cancers.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology and Turkish Lung Cancer societies.
• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.

Prof. Kıvanç Derya Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries – specializing in complex gastrointestinal procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at Mayo Clinic in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery
• Founder of a Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit in Turkey
• Specializes in pancreatic, liver, and stomach cancer surgeries
• Also skilled in obesity-metabolic surgery and endoscopic treatments

Dr. Solak specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, with fellowship training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

• Specialized in gastrointestinal cancers at a leading Turkish oncology center
• Additional training at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US
• Experienced with complex cancer cases and surgical resections
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Pakize Eker Balcioglu specializes in general surgery with training at Marmara University – known for patient-centered approaches in colorectal procedures.

• Graduated from Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine in English program
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for bowel resections
• Authored articles in both local and international medical journals

Dr. Xavier Centeno Fornies trained at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in colorectal surgery and has led the surgery department at Teknon Medical Center since 1993.

• Specialized in General and Gastrointestinal Surgery at Hospital de Mutua de Terrassa
• Completed advanced training in laparoscopic colorectal surgery in Strasbourg
• Accredited by ERAS-Society for enhanced recovery after surgery protocols
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons