34 Best Lung Transplant Doctors Abroad

Prof. Klepetko performed one of Austria's first lung transplants in 1989 and has since established Vienna as a global center for advanced lung surgery.

• Head of Thoracic Surgery at Medical University of Vienna
• Specializes in complex lung transplants and thoracic oncology
• Pioneered innovations in minimally invasive thoracic surgery
• Internationally recognized for advancing transplantation medicine

Dr. Fan Yu is the Director of Kidney Transplantation at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He led a team that completed 112 kidney transplants within two years. His center has ranked first in Fujian Province for transplant volume three years running. Dr. Yu pioneered the diagnosis of chronic and subclinical rejection in China.

• Completed over 110 successful kidney transplants and one combined liver–kidney procedure.
• Served as Director or Deputy Director at major Shanghai transplant centers.
• Vice Chairman of the Transplant Surgeon Branch of the Chinese Medical Doctor Association.
• Published over 30 SCI-indexed papers and led 10 national research grants.

Dr. Jeyul Yang, MD, is a Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery and Director of Planning at Myongji Hospital, an educational partner of Hanyang University. His clinical focus includes brain tumors, pediatric neurosurgery (congenital malformations, tumors, disorders, and plagiocephaly), epilepsy surgery, cerebral hemorrhage, hydrocephalus, and neurosurgical trauma.

Credentials: MD, Dong-A University. Master’s in Medicine and completed doctoral coursework, Seoul National University. Training includes an internship and a fellowship at Seoul National University Hospital. He completed his residency at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital and a fellowship at the National Cancer Center.

Accreditations/Achievements: Member of KNS, KSNO, and ISPN. Korean Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery member and Director of Educational Support. Awards include the Woong-Hun Academic Award (2022), Ahae Outstanding Research Award (2019), and JSPN–KSPN Excellent Presentation Award (2018). Selected publications include caudal duplication syndrome (2021), secondary neurulation (JKNS 2021), occult tethered cord syndrome (2021), and disulfiram plus cisplatin in AT/RT (2020).

Dr. Denise Ventura is a plastic surgeon in Bogota who has treated over 1,000 patients. She performs aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, breasts, and body. Dr. Ventura uses ultrasound and microair technology to increase precision during liposuction. She earned the Magna Cum Laude distinction for her medical performance.

• Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Sociedad Colombiana de Cirugía Plástica.
• Performs high-definition liposuction and submental liposuction for neck contouring.
• Performs breast surgery including augmentation, lift, and implant removal.
• Completed a fellowship at the SAPS Academy for facial and body surgery.

Dr. Frederico Vasconcelos is a plastic surgeon in Belo Horizonte. He is a member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP) and holds specialist registration RQE 16801. He performs aesthetic and reconstructive procedures at his clinic.

• Performs body contouring, including abdominoplasty and liposuction using microcannula techniques.
• Performs breast augmentation with cohesive silicone gel and saline implants.
• Conducts facial surgeries such as blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty, and ritidoplasty.
• Treats skin with fractional CO2 laser and skin grafting.

Dr. Juliana Santos is a plastic surgeon at the Bem-te-vi clinic in Rio de Janeiro and a member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP). She performs facial and body contouring surgeries and aesthetic treatments at her Barra da Tijuca location.

• Performs body contouring including abdominoplasty with diastasis repair and liposculpture.
• Conducts facial surgery such as rhinoplasty, otoplasty, and liplifts.
• Uses non-surgical thread lifting and collagen bio-stimulators.
• Completed surgical residency at the Federal Hospital of Lagoa.

Recognized as one of the 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle magazines – Dr. Karacaoglan brings decades of expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Over 33 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Specializes in natural-looking results for hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries
• Fellowship-trained at Onep Plastic Surgery Institute and Breast Surgery Center in Portland
• Member of multiple prestigious societies including the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Specializes in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants at Biruni University Hospital, with expertise in hepatobiliary and laparoscopic surgery.

• 19 years of experience in transplant surgeries
• Trained at Pamukkale and Akdeniz Universities
• Member of Turkey Organ Transplant Organizations Coordination Association
• Assistant Professor at Akdeniz University's Organ Transplant Center

Dr. Leonardo Rueda is a plastic surgeon in Bogota who performs body contouring and facial surgery. He is a member of the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Rueda uses Vaser and Microaire technologies for high-definition liposuction. His rhinoplasty procedures address aesthetic shape and breathing obstructions.

• Uses laser-assisted lipolysis and retraction lipo for fat removal.
• Performs mommy makeovers combining tummy tucks with breast surgery.
• Treats male patients for gynecomastia through glandular tissue removal.
• Offers gluteoplasty using fat transfer via lipoinjection and lipotransfer.