MRI of one area Doctors Abroad — Page 8

Dr. Justinas Vaiciulis is an orthopedic and trauma surgeon at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital in Vilnius. He specializes in treating complex injuries of the shoulder, elbow, and knee. Dr. Vaiciulis focuses on ACL reconstructions, knee arthroscopies, and rotator cuff repairs. He holds specialized training in musculoskeletal ultrasound from Vilnius University.

• Completed training in the advanced principles of fracture management with AOTrauma.
• Presented research on acromioclavicular joint dislocations at the Baltic Congress of Traumatology.
• Certified in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS).
• Practices at JCI-accredited Meliva Kardiolita Hospital, which treats 298,000 patients annually.

Professor Necdet Uskent is a founding member of the Turkish Oncology Group. He uses MRI of one area to help diagnose complex cancers at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate from ESMO
• Completed a clinical fellowship at the Wadley Institutes of Molecular Medicine in the USA
• Specializes in diagnosing solid tumors including breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Founding member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Served as a visiting lecturer at top hospitals in London and Switzerland

Dr. Pichai Kittipanyaworakul is an internal medicine specialist, gastroenterologist, and hepatologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He holds a diploma in gastroenterology and hepatology from the prestigious Ramathibodi Hospital. Dr. Kittipanyaworakul treats digestive tract disorders and complex liver conditions. He works at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO-certified facility that treats over 100,000 patients annually.

• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection, esophagectomy, and cholecystectomy.
• Provides diagnostic expertise in gastroscopy with biopsy, colonoscopy, and Fibroscan liver imaging.
• Manages laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and laparoscopic gallbladder removal.
• Treats patients at a hospital with 26 departments and 200 resident physicians.

Dr. Semih Ak is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He focuses on sports medicine, joint disorders, and trauma reconstruction. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Yeditepe University. Dr. Ak completed specialized residency training at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training Hospital.

• Performs ligament reconstructions, including ACL and rotator cuff repairs.
• Treats complex conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and Achilles tendon injuries.
• Manages ankle osteoarthritis and degenerative joint diseases.
• Works at a center using robotic systems for knee and spine surgery.

Dr. Kutsi Tuncer is an orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He is a prominent researcher in tendon healing and orthopedic oncology. His work focuses on biological agents that increase collagen expression during tendon repair. Dr. Tuncer treats both adults and children with complex musculoskeletal conditions.

• Specializes in stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee joint regeneration.
• Performs MAKOplasty and robotic-assisted joint replacements for high precision.
• Treats structural deformities including scoliosis and valgus conditions.
• Author of studies on improving Achilles tendon tensile strength after surgery.

Dr. Eyup Bakmaz is an orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has performed orthopedic surgeries for over 30 years. He specializes in sports medicine, knee replacement, and hip arthroscopy. Dr. Bakmaz previously served as the Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in treating meniscus tears, hip fractures, and bone injuries.
• Performs minimally invasive arthroscopic surgeries for joints.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring Turkey's first low-dose EOS imaging system.
• Maintains a clinical focus on complex orthopedic trauma and rehabilitation.

Dr. Ozlem Ozer Chakir is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She was named a Rising Star at the 10th Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium. Her expertise covers complex liver diseases, Crohn's disease, and Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Chakir treats patients at Turkey's first JCI-accredited smart-and-green hospital.

• Holds certificates in bariatric endoscopy from Brazil and endoscopy from South Korea.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
• Specializes in ERCP as a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology study group.
• Treats gastrointestinal polyps and ulcerative colitis using modern diagnostic tools.

Dr. Salih Murat Imer is a neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He founded and led the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital. Dr. Imer holds certifications in Gamma Knife radiosurgery and endoscopic spine surgery. He specializes in treating brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal stenosis.

• Published 68 scientific articles and contributed to 9 medical book chapters.
• Completed training at the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
• Obtained specialized training in Gamma Knife radiosurgery in Marseille, France.
• Works at a JCI-accredited "Smart-and-Green" hospital in Istanbul.

Professor Oren Shebolet leads the Liver Unit at Sourasky Medical Center. He specializes in using MRI of one area to diagnose complex liver and gastrointestinal diseases.

• Treats severe liver conditions including cirrhosis and chronic hepatitis
• Expert in autoimmune and genetic liver diseases
• Author of 60 scientific publications on liver disease mechanisms
• Member of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases
• Presented findings at 100 international medical conferences

Dr. Roberto Hernandez-Pena is a neurosurgeon at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali. He completed a fellowship in neurology and neurosurgery in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Hernandez-Pena operates alongside Dr. Nestor Rodriguez as a specialized two-surgeon team. Together, they have performed neurosurgical procedures for over 18 years.

• Treats complex conditions like spinal stenosis, brain tumors, and herniated disks.
• Performs specialized surgeries including discectomy and laminectomy.
• Works at a facility accredited by the General Health Council of Mexico.
• Practices at a clinic featured in The New York Times and CNN.

Dr. Baran Yil is a neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Yil treats complex conditions like brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal stenosis. He specializes in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery.

• Winner of the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize.
• Served as an instructor for the skull base anatomy course series.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and AOSpine.
• Performs specialized procedures including Gamma Knife and deep brain stimulation.

Dr. Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in minimally invasive spine and brain surgery. He completed elite clinical fellowships in Germany and Israel. Dr. Akcakaya holds the European Board of Neurosurgery (EANS) certification.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and functional disorders.
• Expert in microneurosurgery for brain tumors, cysts, and nerve reconstruction.
• Winner of the Second Prize for Best Oral Presentation from the Nervous System Surgery Society.
• Serves on the scientific committee for international endoscopic spine surgery courses.

Dr. Murat Atay is a breast and general surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He completed specialized training in sentinel node mapping at the MDA Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Atay also held several surgical roles at Lille University Hospital in France. He focuses on breast and thyroid surgery as well as oncological procedures.

• Performs mastectomy, lumpectomy, and lymphadenectomy.
• Treats conditions such as breast cancer and fibrocystic breast disease.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited smart hospital that treats 300,000 patients annually.
• Uses PET-MRI and mammography for precise diagnosis and monitoring.

Dr. Orit Golan is the Director of Mammography at Tel Aviv Medical Center. She specializes in using breast MRI for precise lesion marking before surgery.

• Completed specialized MRI training for the mammary gland at the Curie Institute in Paris
• Expert in contrast-enhanced mammography and Molecular Breast Imaging for high-risk cases
• Trained in advanced imaging at the Gustave Roussy Cancer Center in France
• Member of the North American Society of Radiology
• Teaches breast imaging to medical students at Tel Aviv University

Dr. Harald Rosen leads gastrointestinal diagnostics at Wiener Privatklinik. His work incorporates MRI of one area to stage cancers and plan minimally invasive surgeries.

• Specializes in interventional endoscopy to treat digestive disorders without large incisions
• Performs biliary interventions using ERCP to treat bile and pancreatic duct problems
• Focuses on gastrointestinal malignancies and gallbladder resection
• Member of the European Society of Surgery (ESS)
• Experienced consultant at major medical institutions in Vienna

Professor Mustafa Bozbuga chairs neurosurgical education at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He uses MRI of one area to plan delicate skull base and spinal surgeries.

• Specializes in neuro-oncology – treats brain tumors, acoustic neuromas, and pituitary adenomas
• Operates at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital – a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards
• Professor at Istanbul University – trains the next generation of neurological specialists
• Published researcher in peer-reviewed journals – contributes new clinical statistics to the medical community
• Expert in neurovascular procedures – repairs cerebral aneurysms and complex vascular malformations

Dr. Abdullah Eren is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed a new Salter osteotomy technique to treat developmental hip dysplasia. This award-winning method eliminates the need for pins during internal fixation. Dr. Eren specializes in pediatric trauma, Perthes disease, and limb lengthening.

• Served as President of the TOTBID Pediatric Orthopedics Branch.
• Founder of the Turkish ASAMI (Ilizarov Applications and Research Center).
• Performed as a long-term trainer for Ilizarov limb lengthening courses.
• Received multiple first-place awards for research on hip dysplasia and septic arthritis.