Colonoscopy Doctors Abroad — Page 7

Dr. Daniela Osuská is a gastroenterologist at the National Cancer Institute in Bratislava. She serves on the supervisory board of the Slovak Gastroenterological Society’s Oncology Section. Dr. Osuská trains other physicians in endoscopic techniques. She specializes in the early detection and treatment of gastrointestinal cancers.

• Performs gastroscopy with biopsy and removal of gastric or duodenal polyps.
• Treats complex conditions like Barrett's esophagus, pancreatitis, and ulcerative colitis.
• Educates the medical community as a member of the Section of Young Gastroenterologists.
• Presents clinical research at professional conferences throughout Slovakia and abroad.

Dr. Premkamol Patraithikul is a general surgeon with advanced training in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Patraithikul earned an M.D. from Khon Kaen University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a residency in general surgery at Thammasat University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at Mahidol University (Siriraj Hospital) in Thailand.

Clinical expertise includes laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Practice also covers general surgery, obesity and weight‑management surgery, and surgery for gastrointestinal conditions.

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

Dr. Radziunas leads the Endoscopy Center at the Medical Diagnostic and Treatment Center. He completed medical residencies across seven countries including the USA and Germany.

• Performs diagnostic colonoscopy as a specialized endoscopist and coloproctologist
• Specializes in removing gastric polyps during endoscopic procedures
• Trained in South Korea and Denmark on advanced abdominal surgery methods
• Author of numerous scientific articles focused on improving diagnostic techniques
• Heads a dedicated center for colorectal and abdominal health in Vilnius

Dr. Nikolaos Papadopoulos, MD, PhD, is an internist with expertise in hepatology and over 25 years of hospital practice. He is the Director of the Internal Medicine Department at IASYS Clinic. He supervises inpatient care, promotes patient safety, and coordinates comprehensive management, including surgical and other complex cases.

He graduated from the Medical School of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (SSAS). He completed his specialty training in Internal Medicine at Sotiria General Hospital and trained in clinical hepatology at Hippokration. He earned a PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He led the 2nd Department of Internal Medicine at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens (401 GMHA) and has served at both 401 GMHA and NIMTS. He has numerous publications in international journals and is an active conference participant.

Prof. Dr. Adil Baykan is a senior professor at Ankara University. He focuses on colorectal surgery and specialized colonoscopy techniques at Medistate Hospital Istanbul.

• Trained at the Mayo Clinic and St. Mark's Hospital in London
• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery – using small incisions for faster recovery
• Completed three months of colorectal surgery practice at St. Mark's Hospital
• Published numerous articles on colon cancer in global medical journals
• Member of the surgical faculty at Ankara University

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

Dr. Lubos Zitnan is a gastroenterologist at the National Cancer Institute in Bratislava. He specializes in the treatment of pancreatic and biliary diseases. Dr. Zitnan sits on the committee of the Slovak Gastroenterological Society. He holds several certifications in interventional and diagnostic endoscopy. He treats complex conditions like Barrett's esophagus and pancreatitis.

• Performs advanced ERCP and endosonography for bile duct disorders.
• Removes gastric and duodenal polyps using minimally invasive techniques.
• Certified in interventional colonoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
• Treats gastrointestinal cancers, ulcerative colitis, and chronic gastritis.

Dr. Kayihan Engin is the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He specializes in radiation oncology and thermoradiotherapy. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Engin treats complex cases like glioblastoma and stage 4 lung cancer.

• Performs advanced procedures including CyberKnife and targeted radiotherapy.
• Served as Director and Professor at Anadolu Medical Center.
• Former Chairman of the Radiation Oncology Department at Uludağ University.
• Awarded a research scholarship by the US National Cancer Institute (NIH).

Prof. Dr. İbrahim Doğan is a gastroenterologist. He earned his MD from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1991. He became an Internal Medicine specialist at Gazi University in 1996. He completed gastroenterology subspecialty training at İnönü University in 2001.

His academic career was at Gazi University. He served as Lecturer (2002), Assistant Professor (2003), Associate Professor (2007), and Professor (2012). He worked as a researcher at the University of California San Diego from 2004 to 2006. He has practiced at Koru Hospital since January 2023.

Clinical focus includes gastroesophageal reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, gastroparesis, achalasia, bloating, gas and belching, fecal incontinence, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn’s disease. He performs ERCP, stent placement, balloon and bougie dilation, polypectomy, argon plasma coagulation, double-balloon enteroscopy, and bleeding control.

Dr. Ahmer Arif Shaikh is a surgical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He specializes in oral cancer treatment with a focus on organ preservation. Dr. Shaikh completed fellowship training in head and neck surgical oncology at the same center. He is proficient in performing major maxillofacial and head and neck surgeries.

• Expert in functional rehabilitation for patients recovering from oral cancer.
• Active researcher with multiple publications in various medical journals.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients yearly.
• Treats complex conditions including tongue, thyroid, and tonsil cancers.

Dr. Nurana Guliyeva is a gastroenterologist at the Biological Medicine Integrative Health Center in Baku. She specializes in treating viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, and complex autoimmune liver diseases. Dr. Guliyeva completed an internship in microbiology and infectious diseases at Ege University in Turkey. She focuses on digestive health, including stomach, intestine, and pancreas disorders.

• Trained at Ege University and Hacettepe Hospital in Turkey.
• Treats viral hepatitis A, B, C, and D alongside drug-induced liver poisoning.
• Performs specialized procedures like colon hydrotherapy and gastric polyp removal.
• Works at an integrative health center treating over 84,000 patients annually.

Prof. Dr. Musa Aydınlı is an internal medicine specialist and gastroenterologist. He completed his MD at Hacettepe University in 1997. He finished internal medicine training in 2003 and gastroenterology training in 2007 at the same institution. He worked at Kayseri Training and Research Hospital from 2007 to 2009. He served in the Gastroenterology Department at Gaziantep University from 2009 to 2014. He became an associate professor in 2012 and a professor in 2020. He joined Gülhane Training and Research Hospital in 2022. He now practices at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

Clinical focus: GERD; dyspepsia, gastritis, and Helicobacter pylori; peptic ulcer disease; celiac disease; IBS and IBD (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease); colon polyps; colorectal and upper GI cancers; liver disease (fatty liver, chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, portal hypertension); hepatobiliary and pancreatic disorders and cancers. Procedures: EGD, rectosigmoidoscopy, and colonoscopy; biopsy, polypectomy, and endoscopic mucosal resection; hemostasis and APC; dilation and stent placement; PEG; ERCP; EUS-guided biopsy.

Dr. Murat Sarikaya is a gastroenterologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and cirrhosis. Dr. Sarikaya is a published researcher with numerous articles in international peer-reviewed journals. His work appeared in reputable titles such as the American Surgeon and Nordic journals.

• Performs endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and ERCP.
• Treats gastrointestinal polyps and manages severe acute pancreatitis cases.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility treating 600,000 patients annually.
• Utilizes advanced diagnostics like PET-CT for precise tumor mapping.

Dr. Nihat Okcu is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in the treatment of complex digestive conditions and liver diseases. Dr. Okcu has published over 20 academic papers on gastric cancer and endoscopic diagnosis. He serves at a hospital with a 95.4% healthcare quality score.

• Performs laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and small intestine resections.
• Expert in gastric polyps removal and duodenal polyp excision.
• Treats chronic conditions like cirrhosis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Provides diagnostic gastroscopy with biopsy and ultrasound-guided procedures.