Colonoscopy Doctors Abroad — Page 3

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 Wolfgang Köstler is the Deputy Head of Oncology at the Medical University of Vienna. He provides colonoscopy services as part of comprehensive cancer screenings at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Trained at Memorial Sloan–Kettering Cancer Center, a top-ranked U.S. cancer hospital
• Former Cochairman of the Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Clinic in Vienna
• Specializes in gastrointestinal malignancies and molecular oncology to identify tumor markers
• Earned a degree in molecular biology from the Weizmann Institute of Science
• Publishes research on tumor biology and drug resistance in international journals

Professor Schoppmann leads the Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery Unit at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in oncologic surgery for conditions requiring detailed colonoscopy evaluations.

• Heads the Upper GI division at one of Europe's largest university hospitals
• Consultant surgeon at Wiener Privatklinik with focus on abdominal malignancies
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for complex gastrointestinal reconstructions
• Contributes to global guidelines for treating gastrointestinal cancers
• Member of the Austrian and European Societies of Surgical Oncology

Professor Martin Schindl specializes in complex abdominal surgery at Wiener Privatklinik. Colonoscopy is a vital tool in his practice for detecting gastric and duodenal polyps.

• Professor of Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna – one of Austria's top medical schools
• Expert in visceral oncology – focuses on surgical treatments for digestive system cancers
• Senior Consultant at the Transplant Surgery Division at Vienna General Hospital
• Developed techniques for multivisceral resections – removing multiple organs affected by complex tumors
• Published researcher investigating surgical oncology outcomes and liver regeneration

Dr. Vilius Kontenis is a gastroenterologist and endoscopist at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital in Vilnius. He is a member of the World Gastroenterology Organisation. Dr. Kontenis specializes in inflammatory bowel disease and non-invasive liver fibrosis assessment. He also treats digestive disorders, dysphagia, and food allergies.

• Performs gastroscopy with biopsy, colonoscopy, and transnasal endoscopy.
• Published a systematic meta-analysis on anti-TNF therapy discontinuation in IBD patients.
• Served as the editor of the medical journal Gastroenterologija.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Kardiolita Hospital, which treats 298,000 patients annually.

Dr. Tomas Jucaitis is a gastroenterologist and endoscopist at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital in Vilnius. He focuses on instrumental diagnostics, including gastrointestinal ultrasound and transnasal endoscopy. Dr. Jucaitis completed his medical training and residency at Vilnius University. He also completed clinical internships in the USA, Germany, and the Czech Republic.

• Served as a coordinator at the Lithuanian National Organ Transplantation Bureau.
• Performs colonoscopies, gastroscopies with biopsy, and complex ultrasound screenings.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 298,000 patients annually.
• Maintains expertise in internal medicine and gastroenterology since 1998.

Dr. Laura Masalaite is the Acting Head of the Organ Transplantation Coordination Centre at VUL Santaros Clinics. She also serves as an Associate Professor at Vilnius University. Dr. Masalaite is a licensed gastroenterologist and endoscopist. She conducts specialized research on liver transplantation and colorectal cancer screening.

• Completed liver transplantation training in Vienna and Warsaw.
• Specialize in endoscopic ultrasound and Zenker diverticulotomy.
• Published over 10 studies in journals like Cancers and Hepatology International.
• Works at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Vilnius.

Dr. Tahsin Ozadli is a medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Ozadli holds a specialization from the Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital. He works at a center authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.

• Administers immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy for multiple cancer types.
• Treats complex conditions including sarcoma, medulloblastoma, and nasopharyngeal cancer.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including liver biopsies, thyroid biopsies, and cancer screenings.
• Utilizes PET/CT and MRI for precise abdominal and pelvic tumor tracking.

Dr. Halil Alis is a gastrointestinal and laparoscopic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He specializes in bariatric surgery, colorectal procedures, and metabolic management. Dr. Alis focuses on minimally invasive techniques for obesity and digestive system disorders. He practices at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from Turkey.

• International member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES).
• Performs complex procedures including Whipple surgery and gastric sleeve gastrectomy.
• Maintains membership in the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).
• Published research on hepatobiliary diseases and pancreatic conditions in peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Ron Yulia is a gastroenterologist at Sourasky Medical Center. She has published 85 scientific papers on gastrointestinal conditions and cancer diagnosis.

• Performs colonoscopy to inspect the digestive lining for early signs of disease
• Removes polyps during procedures to prevent future health complications
• Uses video capsule endoscopy – a camera pill that examines the small intestine
• Specializes in inflammatory conditions like Crohn's disease and intestinal diverticulitis
• Member of the Israeli Gastroenterology Community

Professor Oren Shebolet heads the Liver Unit at Sourasky Medical Center. He specializes in screening for colon disease and severe liver pathologies.

• Completed a specialized gastroenterology residency at Hadassah Medical School
• Expert in treating inflammatory conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association
• Authored 60 scientific publications on digestive and liver health
• Presented research at over 100 international medical conferences

Dr. Erwin Santo is the Head of Gastroenterology at Sourasky Medical Center. He co-founded the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

• First specialist in Israel to perform interventional ultrasound procedures
• Specializes in colonoscopy and gastroscopy for digestive tract imaging
• Former Director of the Interventional Endoscopy Unit at Sourasky
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn’s disease and cirrhosis
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association

Prof. Zamir Halperin authored over 150 scientific publications on digestive diseases. He is the Director of the Digestive System Department at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Performed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in the USA
• Uses advanced endoscopy to diagnose colorectal pathologies and inflammatory bowel diseases
• Earned the Bat-Sheva de Rothschild Prize for his scientific achievements
• Served as Chairman of the Israeli Association of Gastroenterologists
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association

Dr. Benal Buyukgebiz is a pediatrician and gastroenterology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She served as the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Yeditepe University. Dr. Buyukgebiz treats complex digestive conditions in children, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients every year.

• Former President of the Phenylketonuria Children Screening and Protection Association, İzmir Branch.
• Maintains membership in the European Metabolic Group and the Liver Research Society.
• Specializes in pediatric nutrition and the management of chronic gastritis and cirrhosis.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy with biopsy and colonoscopy.

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. Shencan Acar is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on hepatology and liver disease management. Dr. Acar specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. She previously served as the Head of Department at Giresun University Faculty of Medicine.

• Authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles.
• Expert in managing complex post-transplant gastrointestinal complications.
• Treats rare conditions like aortoesophageal fistulas and massive hemorrhagic ascites.
• Performs endoscopic interventions for acute gastrointestinal bleeding.

Professor Maharshak Nitzan directs the Department of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases at Sourasky Medical Center. He is a senior specialist in gastroenterology and a pioneer in gut health research.

• Performs diagnostic colonoscopy for patients with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
• Author of over 80 professional publications in top scientific journals
• Presented research findings at more than 60 international medical conferences
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the European Crohn's and Colitis Organization
• Senior Lecturer at the Tel Aviv University Department of Internal Medicine

Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz is a medical oncologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including lung, breast, and liver malignancies. He completed a fellowship at Ohio State University in the United States. Dr. Acikgoz manages treatments like chemotherapy, radioembolization, and immunotherapy.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Assistant Investigator for Phase III clinical trials, including the CheckMate-649 study.
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection at Ohio State University.
• Performs diagnostic procedures like biopsy, gastroscopy, and tumor marker testing.

Dr. Bentov Amir is a specialist in pediatric gastroenterology at Sourasky Medical Center. He performs colonoscopy and other endoscopic procedures specifically for children and adolescents.

• Treats inflammatory bowel diseases including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
• Offers capsule endoscopy – a tiny camera pill to image the small intestine
• Fellowship trained at Dana-Dwek Children's Hospital in pediatric gastroenterology
• Lecturer for postgraduate medical education at Tel Aviv University
• Member of the European Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition