High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Dai Haiyan is the President and Chief Physician of Gynecology at Shanghai Tongji Hospital. He holds a Level IV certification in laparoscopic surgery. This is the highest proficiency level for minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Dai completed specialized training at the University of Oslo Cancer Hospital in Norway.

• Expert in uterus-preserving treatment for endometriosis and complex gynecological conditions.
• Performs pelvic floor reconstruction and vaginal reconstructive surgery.
• Mentors graduate students as a Master’s Supervisor at Fudan University.
• Specializes in hysteroscopic and laparoscopic minimally invasive techniques.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahadir Topuz specializes in minimally invasive urological procedures at Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku.

• 12+ years of urology experience with a focus on robotic and laparoscopic techniques
• Expert in advanced treatments like Laser Prostate Enucleation (HoLEP, ThuFLEP) and Rezum surgery
• Associate Professor at Gülhane Training and Research Hospital
• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Faculty – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Professor Luo Xiaoping is a nationally recognized interventional radiologist and a leading authority in Western China. He began pioneering vascular interventions in the early 1990s. He helped found the Interventional Group at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University.

He has completed over 100,000 interventional procedures, including about 4,000 complex cases. His key skills include TACE for hepatocellular carcinoma, Budd–Chiari interventions, TIPS, and single-stage bilateral stenting for hilar biliary obstruction, with success rates near 100%. He has been a master’s supervisor since 2007. He has trained many physicians, guided complex cases at more than 40 major hospitals across Western China, and helped build interventional programs. He has published 32 papers as first or corresponding author (22 CSCD core, 4 Chinese core, 6 CSCD extended).

Specializes in kidney and urinary tract endoscopic stone crushing treatment and endoscopic prostate surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Over 38 years of experience of experience in urology
• Former Chief Physician at multiple state hospitals
• Expert in TUR method for prostate and bladder surgery
• Trained at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine

Performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries – Prof. Ceylan specializes in complex sellar region pathologies at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Head of Neurosurgery at Kocaeli University since 1998
• Pioneering work in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery for pituitary tumors
• Member of WFNS Skull Base Committee and other international societies
• Trained in stereotactic neurosurgery in Birmingham, UK

Prof. Murat Savas brings 30 years of experience of urology expertise, specializing in HIFU ablation at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Fellowship-trained at Berlin University's Charité Hospital
• Member of European Association of Urology and Endourological Society
• Professor at Istanbul Gelişim University's Faculty of Health Sciences
• Certified in advanced laparoscopic urology techniques

Recognized 'Master Surgeon' for uterine-preserving procedures – Dr. Jung specializes in non-surgical HIFU ablation at Trinity Women's Clinic.

• Director of General Affairs for the Korean Society of HIFU
• International trainer conducting RFA Master Classes in Taiwan & Mongolia
• Professor of Non-surgical Female Plastic Surgery at IFAAS
• Trained at Fudan University's HIFU Center and Uppsala University
• Published researcher in gynecologic oncology
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Dr. Barak Rosenzweig directs the Urological Oncology Service at Sheba Medical Center in Israel. He is a surgeon who has been listed among Israel’s Best Doctors by Forbes. Dr. Rosenzweig specializes in treating tumors of the prostate, kidney, bladder, and testis. He focuses on robotic and minimally invasive cancer surgery to preserve organ function.

• Completed a Urological Oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
• Performs robotic radical prostatectomy and kidney-sparing partial nephrectomy.
• Clinical Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University with over 200 scientific publications.
• Uses MRI-guided fusion biopsy for high-precision prostate cancer detection.

Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic urological surgeries, including HIFU ablation, at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in urology
• Expert in robotic radical prostatectomy and cystectomy
• Performs advanced laparoscopic procedures like nephrectomy and pyeloplasty
• Trained at S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Wu Sufang is a Professor, Chief Physician, and Director of Obstetrics and Gynecology at a tertiary hospital in China. She has over 30 years of experience in gynecologic oncology. She trained under Academician Martin and completed postdoctoral research at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Her surgical expertise includes radical hysterectomy, ovarian cytoreduction, endometrial cancer staging, and complex pelvic and para-aortic lymphadenectomy. She also performs fertility-sparing and minimally invasive procedures. She tailors chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and targeted therapy to each patient to improve survival and quality of life.

She is the principal investigator of four NSFC projects. She has published over 50 SCI papers, most as first or corresponding author. She serves on the standing committee of the Gynecologic Oncology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association and as an expert for the Chinese Anti-Cancer Association. She is an invited speaker and an award-winning mentor.

Professor Xiao Yueyong is Chief Physician in the Department of Radiological Diagnosis at the Chinese PLA General Hospital. He is a leading expert in minimally invasive interventional oncology. He serves as the inaugural President of WATA (2025–). He is President of the International (2020–) and Asian (2012–) Societies of Cryotherapy. He is also Deputy Head of the NHC Expert Group on tumour ablation regulations (2009–).

He has performed over 100,000 CT/MRI‑guided minimally invasive procedures. His work covers chemical ablation, RFA, MWA, cryoablation, and NanoKnife (IRE). He introduced and advanced NanoKnife ablation in China. He led the first national standards for tumour cryoablation and NanoKnife.

Honors include the National Special Contribution Award (Lifetime Honorary). He received First Prize from the Chinese Medicine Education Association (2021). He received two Second Prizes for Military Medical Achievements (2016, 2018) and two Second Prizes from the China Anti‑Cancer Association (2019, 2022). He was named Asian Ablation Master. His research record includes 13 Chinese patents. He is the principal investigator for four NSFC projects and one MOST subject. He has published over 200 papers, with over 110 as first or corresponding author and over 40 in SCI journals. He has led over 10 ablation guidelines or consensus statements.

Dr. Uyar specializes in reproductive medicine and advanced gynecological procedures at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Expert in in-vitro fertilization and recurrent miscarriages
• Aesthetic Genital Surgery Fellowship certified by The British Academy of CME
• Member of European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology

Specializes in HIFU ablation for various cancers, trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Expert in breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Completed fellowship at prestigious Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center – world-renowned oncology institution
• Practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Dr. Tokmak specializes in neurology with a Master's in Electrophysiology, focusing on EMG, EEG, and PSG studies at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Completed residency at Okmeydanı Teaching and Research Hospital
• Expertise in EMG, EEG, PSG, Dementia, Headache, and Vertigo
• Worked at Ağrı State Hospital and Medical Park Hospitals

Dr. Torremade leads the Andrology Department at Teknon Medical Centre and Hospital Clínic of Barcelona, specializing in high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) for urological conditions.

• 18 years of experience of urology experience
• Trained at Bellvitge University Hospital and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
• Head of Andrology Departments at multiple prestigious hospitals
• Editor of the International Journal of Andrology
• Member of European Board of Urology and Committee of Sexual Medicine

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with extensive experience in complex brain procedures. Specializes in focused ultrasound ablation at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in neurosurgery at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Contributed to establishing the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol University
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patient consultations
• Over 22 years of experience of medical practice in prestigious hospitals

Dr Pramote Cherdrattanrak specializes in obstetrics and gynecology with a focus on women's health at Intrarat Hospital.

• Holds a Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology from Vajira Hospital
• Graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine from Srinakharinwirot University
• Currently practices as an Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Intrarat Hospital

Dr. Avi Beri specializes in advanced urological treatments at Sourasky Medical Center, including HIFU ablation for prostate conditions.

• Expert in prostatectomy and transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
• Provides comprehensive care for kidney stones and other urological issues
• Offers personalized treatment plans for each patient