Page 4 - Best High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) doctors: TOP 114 doctors

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on innovative techniques like HIFU ablation at Atlas University Hospital.

• Board-certified in brain and neurosurgery with 14 years of experience of experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on neurosurgical innovations
• Participated in advanced training courses in functional neurosurgery

Trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Centre in New York – specializing in urologic oncology. Currently leads the Urology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella.

• Fellowship-trained under Dr. Karim Touijer at a top US cancer center
• Co-founded the Urologic Surgery Institute of Malaga
• Member of the Renal Transplant Unit at Carlos Haya Hospital
• Author of multiple urology articles and clinical manuals

Dr. George Tie specializes in minimally invasive prostate surgery, including advanced HIFU procedures at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expert in minimally invasive, laparoscopic, and robotic urological surgeries
• High success rates with a focus on patient comfort and recovery
• Provides evidence-based care for urologic cancers

Specializes in oncology at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex – trained specifically in HIFU therapy.

• Over 20 years of experience of medical oncology experience
• Board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology
• Trained at Akdeniz University, a leading medical institution
• Worked across multiple hospitals in Turkey

Bruce Patrik Dos Santos Marcano combines plastic surgery expertise with advanced biostatistics and research analysis for precise HIFU treatments at Quirónsalud Hospital Barcelona.

• Specialist in Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery from Vall d'Hebron University Hospital
• Master's in Aesthetic Medicine and Health from University of Barcelona
• Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and SECPRE
• Extensive training in microsurgical techniques and biostatistics

Professor Ramazan Gökhan Atis specializes in high-intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, with over 24 years of experience of urology experience.

• Trained in laparoscopy and robotic urology at Heidelberg University
• Board member of the Endourology Society since 2017
• Published over 100 articles in national and international journals
• Active in the European Association of Urology's Endourology working group

Meryem Eken specializes in minimally invasive gynecological procedures including myomectomy and uterine septum treatment at Bahçeşehir University Medical Park Göztepe Hospital.

• Head of IVF Unit with extensive experience in infertility treatments
• Trained in Istanbul University's renowned Faculty of Medicine
• Authored 30+ peer-reviewed articles on gynecological research
• Award-winning scholar in gynecology and obstetrics

Dr. Ahmet KIRKINCI is a specialist physician (operator doctor) in obstetrics and gynecology. He provides prenatal care and delivery. He performs laparoscopic surgery, hysteroscopy and hysterectomy, and incontinence surgery. He also manages IUI, PCOS, and menopausal hormone therapy. He offers colposcopy and HPV care.

He graduated from Erzurum Atatürk University in 2015. He worked at Erzurum No. 12 Family Health Center from 2015 to 2019. He served at Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University from 2019 to 2023. He then joined Bayburt State Hospital from 2023 to 2025. He moved to Optimed International Çorlu Hospital in 2025. He is proficient in English.

He has co‑authored studies on hysterectomy outcomes. He has also researched first‑trimester SARS‑CoV‑2 and miscarriage, biomarkers in oligohydramnios, and prediction of ectopic pregnancy treatment. His work includes the effects of single OGTT values and host genetics in pregnant patients with COVID‑19. These papers appeared in the Taiwan Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Anais da Academia Brasileira de Ciências, and the Journal of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology. He has also posted preprints on SSRN and ResearchGate.

Professor Gul Alco specializes in radiation oncology with extensive experience in HIFU procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Associate Professor and later Professor at Demiroglu Bilim University
• Currently affiliated with Istanbul Medipol University
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Istanbul University

Dr. Auala Hubert specializes in oncology and radiotherapy at Hadassah Medical Center, with 36 years of experience of experience treating complex cancer cases.

• Head of Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah
• Board-certified in oncology and radiotherapy
• Member of Israel Society of Clinical Oncology
• Fluent in English and Hebrew for clear communication

Specializes in complex neurosurgical procedures, including brain tumors and aneurysm surgery, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in pituitary and spine surgeries
• Skilled in treating spinal fractures and tumors
• Performs peripheral nerve surgeries

Dr. Sakir Aydogan specializes in urological surgeries, including high-intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in RIRS (Laser Stone Breaking in the Kidney)
• Performs both open and closed prostate surgeries
• Specializes in urological cancer surgeries
• Treats urinary incontinence and infertility

Over 28 years of experience specializing in neurology at Hadassah Medical Center – Dr. Linecki works with complex nervous system disorders and advanced treatments.

• Specializes in treating Parkinson's disease with documented success
• Completed advanced internship at Hadassah Medical Center
• Board-certified in neurology and neurooncology

Dr. Nir Kleinmann, MD, directs the Endourology and Kidney Stones Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is an expert in minimally invasive urology and urologic oncology. His focus is the kidney and upper urinary tract. He was named among Israel’s Best Doctors for 2025–2026 by Forbes and ResultMed.

He is a pioneer of kidney‑sparing laser surgery. He uses a dual‑laser system with neodymium and holmium for complex tumors. His expertise includes UTUC, kidney and prostate cancer, kidney stones, and BPH.

His research includes the OLYMPUS trial on chemoablation for UTUC. He has more than 60 publications.

He is an Israeli board‑certified urologist. He is a Fellow of the American Endourology Society and a member of the Israeli Urological Association and the EAU. He completed fellowships in Endourology and Minimally Invasive Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University. He also completed a fellowship in Kidney Cancer Research at McMaster University.

Professor Jair Bar, MD, PhD, is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He leads the Thoracic Oncology Unit. He treats lung cancer, including advanced non-small cell cases. His care includes medical oncology, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.

He runs a translational research lab focused on resistance to immunotherapy. He has published on exhaled-breath cancer metabolism and on angiogenesis inhibition in lung cancer.

He has chaired the Israel Lung Cancer Group since 2003. He is a member of the Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Radiotherapy, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and the American Association for Cancer Research. He is board-certified in Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology. He is a Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University.

Prof. Roy Mashiach, MD, is the Director of Gynecology at Sheba Medical Center. He is a leading expert in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery with over 30 years of experience. He focuses on laparoscopic and hysteroscopic hysterectomy. He also performs myoma removal, treats endometriosis, and offers fertility‑preserving procedures.

Recognition and roles: Named to Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors. Recipient of the Daniel F. Kott Award (AAGL). Chairman of the Israeli Society of Gynecological Endoscopy. Director of the Gynecologic Simulation Unit (M.S.R.). Clinical Associate Professor at Tel Aviv University. Training: MD from Tel Aviv University. Specialization at Lis Maternity & Women’s Hospital. Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy at Université d’Auvergne.

Dr. Yaacov Lawrence, MA, MBBS, MRCP, is Chair of Radiation Oncology at Sheba Medical Center. He has nearly 30 years of experience in precision radiation oncology and neuro-oncology.

He is an expert in advanced radiation therapy and radiosurgery. He performs stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumors. He leads Sheba’s GI Cancer Program in gastrointestinal oncology. He also provides precision care for lung and prostate cancers. He pioneered celiac plexus radiosurgery for severe pain from pancreatic cancer.

Training and credentials: MA and MBBS (Cambridge and UCLH); MRCP (RCP); Radiation Oncology fellowship (Thomas Jefferson University). Honors include the ASCO Young Investigator Award and Fellow of ASTRO (FASTRO). He has authored over 280 publications. He is Director of the Center for Translational Radiation Oncology and an Associate Professor at Tel Aviv University.

Dr. Gurkan Ozkan specializes in prostate diseases and urinary tract treatments at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in prostate diseases and urinary tract conditions
• Skilled in treating kidney and bladder stones and tumors
• Provides comprehensive care for infertility and sexual diseases
• Specializes in urinary incontinence treatment

Associate Professor Akbulut specializes in urology with extensive experience in minimally invasive procedures at Haseki Training and Research Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul Medical Faculty and University of Michigan Medical School
• Published multiple studies on percutaneous nephrolithotomy and lithotripsy techniques
• Expert in treating complex urological conditions with innovative approaches

Dr. Derya Kanza Gul brings over 18 years of experience of obstetrics and gynecology experience, with specialization at esteemed institutions.

• Practiced at Medipol University and Private Nisa Hospital
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Worked in diverse settings including state hospitals