CT of the mandible Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Liu Zong Yi is an Associate Chief Physician at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He specializes in digital implantology and complex dental implant placement. He also treats patients requiring oral and maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Liu performs extractions for impacted and unerupted teeth. He works at a tertiary center that treats 1,000,000 patients annually.

• Standing Council Member of the Xiamen Stomatological Association.
• Member of the Smart Dentistry Branch of the Chinese Non-Government Medical Institutions Association.
• Sits on the Dental Implantology Committee of the Xiamen Stomatological Association.
• Performs All-on-6 dental implants and prosthodontics.

Dr. Pamela Antunes is a dental surgeon specializing in oral rehabilitation and implant dentistry. She practices at Clínica Zago in Curitiba. She completed her specialized training at Universidade Positivo. Dr. Antunes focuses on aesthetic results through restorative composite techniques.

• Specializes in prosthodontics, aesthetic dentistry, and full oral rehabilitation.
• Completed training in restorative composites at KI Education.
• Treats dental conditions including periodontitis and tooth decay.
• Works at Clínica Zago, an ITI-accredited center founded in 2003.

El Dr. DDS Yamel Jacobo Castro es dentista especialista en periodoncia. Egresado de la Universidad Autónoma de Mexicali. Cuenta con la especialidad en periodoncia por el Instituto Mexicano de Estomatología.

Su práctica incluye periodoncia general y compleja. Realiza tratamientos de hueso alveolar y de encía, gingivoplastias y gingivectomías. También realiza injertos óseos, curetaje gingival y prótesis en casos con compromiso periodontal. Domina la periodoncia quirúrgica y la reparación de hueso y encía. Emplea tecnología avanzada para el diagnóstico y tratamiento de la enfermedad periodontal. Se enfoca en precisión, preservación tisular, calidad y durabilidad.

Dr. Emin Orkun Olcay is a periodontist at İstinye Dental Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gum disease treatment and oral regenerative therapies. Dr. Olcay serves as the Head of the Oral and Dental Health Program at Istinye University. He completed a PhD focused on the osteogenic potential of mesenchymal stem cells.

• Specializes in flap surgery, bone loss therapies, and soft tissue aesthetics.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Periodontology Association and KÖKDİŞ National Council.
• Completed advanced surgical training in Germany and emergency maxillofacial skills in London.
• Works at İstinye Dental Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility using 3D imaging technology.

Professor Lydia Chen (Li Ping) is Chief Physician of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. She has over 30 years of clinical experience. Her work focuses on sudden hearing loss and other ear disorders. She performs both microscopic and endoscopic ear surgery.

Her expertise covers ear procedures such as mastoidectomy, tympanoplasty, cholesteatoma removal, ossicular chain repair, and preauricular fistula excision. She also performs adenoidectomy and tonsillectomy with plasma technology, as well as endoscopic sinus surgery, nasal polyp removal, and deviated septum correction. She provides rehabilitation for hearing loss, otogenic vertigo, and tinnitus, and treats nasopharyngeal and laryngeal allergies.

Her committee memberships include the Fujian Association of Integrative Medicine and the Fujian Disabled Rehabilitation Association. She also serves with the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association, Xiamen Medical Association, Xiamen Preventive Medicine Association, and Xiamen Rehabilitation Medical Association.

Dr. Ugur Filizcan is a cardiovascular surgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement, coronary bypass surgery, and aortic aneurysm repair. Dr. Filizcan treats complex conditions including aortic insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its specialised stroke and cardiac care units.

• Performs open heart surgery and coronary stenting.
• Expertise includes radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation.
• Installs heart pacemakers and performs coronary revascularization.
• Treats patients at a hospital with 10 surgical theaters and 63 intensive care beds.

Dr. Kim Gyeonrae, MD, PhD, is an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist). He is the Honorary Medical Director in the Department of Otolaryngology at Naeun Hospital. His clinical focus includes nasal disease, rhinosinusitis and chronic sinusitis, rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, and functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS).

Credentials: MMed, Hanyang University. PhD in Medicine, Wonkwang University. Fellowship training at the Medical College of Georgia and The Ohio State University College of Medicine (USA). Former Chief, Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Eulji Hospital. Former Professor, College of Medicine, Hanyang University.

Leadership: Planning Director, Korean Society of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Director of Publications and Auditor, Korean Rhinologic Society. Selected papers: Korean Journal of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery 2009;52:816-821 and 2009;52:349-353.

Dr. Zuhal Cakmak Peksen is a family medicine specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She has treated patients across eight different medical institutions since starting her career. Dr. Peksen focuses on medical check-ups and diagnostic screenings for adults and children. She is currently pursuing a degree in health management to support clinical leadership.

• Specializes in male, female, and pediatric check-up programs.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and biopsies.
• Conducts screenings for tumor markers and oncological health assessments.
• Practices at a university hospital featuring 33 specialized medical departments.

Dr. Rakela Myftiu is a dentist at Excelentis Dental Center in Tirana, Albania. She specializes in creating comfortable environments for patients during dental procedures. Dr. Myftiu manages tooth extractions and whitening while maintaining strict sterilization safety protocols.

• Treats dental conditions such as periodontitis and paradontosis.
• Works at a clinic recognized as an official Straumann implant provider.
• Collaborates with a team that serves over 2,800 patients each year.
• Operates at a center holding the Best Quality Dental Centers accreditation.

Rostyslav Savruk heads diagnostic and prosthetic planning at Dental Clinic Dynasty Stomatology. He emphasizes accurate CT of the mandible to ensure successful treatment outcomes.

• Specializes in prosthodontics and therapeutic dentistry
• Completed advanced training at Danylo Halytsky Lviv National Medical University
• Expertise in endodontics – treats the soft tissue inside teeth
• Uses modern technologies to manage complex dental cases
• Focuses on comprehensive oral health through detailed imaging

Dr. Yasar Cokkeser is an ENT specialist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He has published over 75 scientific articles indexed in Index Medicus. Dr. Cokkeser holds a fellowship in otology and skull base surgery from Gruppo Otologico, Italy. He treats complex conditions such as vestibular schwannoma and hearing loss.

• Completed observerships at Johns Hopkins, UPenn, and the House Ear Institute.
• Specializes in revision stapes surgery and endoscopic sinus procedures.
• Performed a study on dacryocystorhinostomy outcomes in 115 patients.
• Former Chief of Clinic at Umraniye Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Huang Xue Lei is the Director of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He specializes in salivary gland tumors and complex head-neck trauma repair. Dr. Huang holds a Doctorate from the Chinese PLA General Hospital. He also completed training at the Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital.

• Serves as a committee member for the Sleep Medicine Branch of the Chinese Medical Doctor Association.
• Treats obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS) and jaw cysts.
• Performs reconstructive surgery for cleft lip and facial scarring.
• Acts as Deputy Director of the Maxillofacial Surgery Committee for the Xiamen Stomatological Association.

Dr. Mehmet Alp Tavas is a dental specialist at İstinye Dental Hospital in Istanbul. He holds a PhD and a Master’s degree from the University of Manchester. Dr. Tavas focuses on orthodontics, including ceramic and lingual braces. He treats complex conditions like periodontitis and paradontosis. His clinical work is supported by İstinye Dental Hospital’s JCI safety accreditation.

• Published research on orthodontic bonding in the British Journal of Orthodontics.
• Former faculty member at İstanbul Medipol and İstinye University.
• Served as a Consultant Faculty Member at Queen Dental Center.
• Specializes in adult, teen, and pediatric brace installations.

Dr. Yu Chang Ying is a recognized stomatology expert at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He is officially designated as a Renowned Expert in Fujian Province. Dr. Yu specializes in dental implants and oral tumors. He treats complex oral and maxillofacial trauma in emergency settings. The doctor serves as a Vice President of the Xiamen Stomatological Association.

• Performs dental implantation and fits implant-supported prostheses.
• Treats oral inflammatory diseases, salivary gland disorders, and congenital deformities.
• Serves as Deputy Director of the Fujian Medical Association Oral Mucosal Diseases Committee.
• Practices at a tertiary hospital treating 1,000,000 patients annually.

Dr. Jair Bar is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer using personalized immunotherapy and targeted treatments. Dr. Bar holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and leads a research lab focused on immunotherapy resistance.

• Chair of the Israel Lung Cancer Group.
• Board-certified in both Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology.
• Treats patients at Sheba Medical Center, a top-10 globally ranked hospital.
• Uses molecular and genetic profiling to create precise cancer treatment plans.

Dr. Shady Mohammed El-sebai is the Chief of Interventional Radiology at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University. He specializes in oncology-focused imaging and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. El-sebai treats liver, renal, and soft-tissue tumors using chemoembolization and ablation techniques. He works at Shef Al Orman Oncology Hospital, an ESMO-accredited center.

• Performs microwave and radiofrequency ablation for bone, lung, and thyroid lesions.
• Expert in US- and CT-guided biopsies, including Mammotome breast lesion excision.
• Specializes in uterine artery embolization for fibroids and varicose vein ablation.
• Manages complex biliary and renal cases with percutaneous stenting and drainage.