Online consultation with Surgeon Doctors Abroad — Page 11

Professor Ali Kagan Gokakin leads complex digestive surgeries at Medicana International Ankara Hospital. He provides expert online consultation with a surgeon for liver and pancreatic conditions.

• Specializes in the Whipple procedure – a complex surgery for pancreatic tumors
• Performs minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery to speed up patient recovery
• Former Associate Professor at the Pamukkale University Liver Transplant Center
• Expert in treating malignant conditions like colon cancer and pancreatic head cancer
• Published academic researcher and Professor at a top Turkish medical faculty

Dr. Kayihan Engin is the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA.

• Expert in radiation oncology for breast, lung, and prostate cancer cases
• Uses CyberKnife – a robotic system for high-dose radiation with pinpoint accuracy
• Specializes in thermoradiotherapy – using heat to make cancer cells sensitive to treatment
• Managed oncological programs at Anadolu Medical Center for 13 years
• Former Chairman of Radiation Oncology at Uludağ University Medical College

Professor Ersin Ozturk completed a colorectal research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. He provides an online consultation with a surgeon to discuss complex digestive cancers.

• Specializes in surgical oncology at Medicana Bursa Hospital – a leading Turkish clinic
• Uses laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive technique to help patients recover faster
• Treats esophageal, stomach, liver, and pancreatic cancers with advanced surgical plans
• Maintains a PhD in physiology – an extra credential for managing complex cases
• Performs surgery for obesity including gastric bypass and sleeve procedures

Prof. Dr. Mohamed Hazem Abdelazeem is an Egyptian plastic and craniofacial surgeon with over 25 years of experience. He graduated from Cairo University with High Honors. He is an Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at Kasr Al Aini. He completed advanced craniofacial and maxillofacial training at the University of Freiburg. He also trained in rhinoplasty in Munich. He sees patients at Face & Body Clinic in Dokki and Sheikh Zayed.

Credentials include MRCS (Eng, 2005), FRCS (Glasg), an M.Sc. in 2007, and a PhD in 2011. He is a member of ISAPS (since 2016), EAFPS (since 2016), ESPRS (since 2006), and AOAA (since 2007).

He has served on the AOCMF Faculty since 2011 and on the MENA Faculty since 2014. He has been an Adjunct Member of the AO CMF Community Development Commission since 2021. He has worked as Course Director, Co-Chair, and Faculty at many AOCMF courses in Egypt, the Middle East, Europe, and online. He has organized and moderated the AOCMF Study Club Cairo since 2019.

Dr. Cubillo Gracián serves as the Head of Medical Oncology at HM Sanchinarro. He pioneered Spain’s liquid biopsy program for genetic tumor analysis during oncology consultations.

• Directs postgraduate research and the Start Madrid clinical trials program
• Leads the Head and Neck Unit at the specialized HM CIOCC center
• Specializes in targeted therapies using molecular markers like EGFR and ALK
• Completed advanced training in nutrition and cancer at MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Associate Professor of Oncology at USP CEU University in Madrid

Dr. Pongtheera Setthanavaragul has performed over 10,000 rhinoplasty revision procedures. He is a primary specialist at Vincent Clinic in Bangkok. Dr. Setthanavaragul uses the SSTP technique for nose reconstruction. This specific method is available only at his clinic. He is the winner of the HELLO! Beauty Award for most trusted specialist.

• Ranked No. 1 among rhinoplasty revision specialists by Wongnai Beauty.
• Maintains the highest use of Supporix artificial tissue in Thailand.
• Specializes in complex slope-tip cases and nose corrections.
• Featured on the Workpoint Channel program Life-Changing Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Sridhar P.S. is a radiation oncology specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He offers online consultation with a surgeon for complex cancer cases.

• Holds a Doctor of Medicine in radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University
• Certified Diplomate of the National Board in radiotherapy
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology focusing on brain tumors
• Active in the Association of Radiation Oncology of India
• Belongs to the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology

The doctor is an experienced nuclear medicine specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with 12 years in the field. The doctor specializes in various nuclear scans, PET-CT scans, and nuclear cardiology services, demonstrating proficiency in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies. Over the course of their career, the doctor has managed more than 30,000 PET scans and treated over 1,000 thyroid cancer patients. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to the field through published papers in various medical journals.

Dr. Pariwat Kosolthanuravat is a surgeon specializing in body contouring and breast procedures at Vincent Clinic. He performs liposuction, breast augmentation, and masculinizing mastectomy. Dr. Kosolthanuravat earned his medical degree from Rangsit University. He holds life support certifications across adult, pediatric, and trauma categories.

• Expertise includes silicone implant placement, revision, and removal.
• Completed specialized training in Good Surgical Practice and research methodology.
• Certified in ACLS, ATLS, and PALS for high-standard emergency care.
• Works at AACI-accredited Vincent Clinic, which treats 10,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Mustafa Sıtkı Yüksel is a general surgeon at Medistanbul Hospital. During online consultations, he provides expert guidance on gastrointestinal and weight loss surgery.

• Holds two national board certifications with outstanding degrees in surgery
• Specializes in diseases of the stomach, colon, and rectum
• Performs complex endoscopic procedures for both diagnosis and treatment
• Experienced in weight loss options like gastric sleeve and bypass surgery
• Member of the Turkish Minimally Invasive Surgery Association

Dr. Mehmet Gokce is a pediatric surgeon at Ümran Tıp Merkezi in Istanbul. He has performed surgical procedures for over 30 years. Dr. Gokce treats infants, children, and adolescents. He specializes in neonatal surgery for congenital anomalies. These include esophageal atresia and diaphragmatic hernia.

• Corrects pediatric urological conditions like hypospadias and undescended testis.
• Performs minimally invasive laparoscopic and thoracoscopic procedures.
• Treats gastrointestinal and thoracic issues, including intestinal malformations and hernias.
• Consults patients in English at a Ministry of Health-accredited medical center.

Dr. Murat Kilic is a pediatric surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He treats childhood appendicitis, hernias, and congenital conditions like anal atresia. Dr. Kilic publishes research on childhood urinary tract infections and hemangioma treatments. He works at a university-affiliated center that treats 350,000 patients every year.

• Specializes in pediatric abdominal surgery and hernia repair.
• Performs neonatal procedures, supported by 21 dedicated newborn intensive care units.
• Practices at a clinic holding the Turkish Healthcare Quality Standards Certificate.
• Researches ultrasound diagnosis techniques for appendicitis in children.

Dr. Hakan Gok is a Fellow of the European Board of Surgery specialized in abdominal wall repair. He offers online consultation with Surgeon for hernia patients.

• Founding member of the Turkish Hernia Society and secretary of its training school
• Board Member of the European Hernia Society – a top international surgical body
• Specializes in keyhole surgery for inguinal, umbilical, and incisional hernias
• Member of the British Hernia Society and the International EndoHernia Society
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for faster patient recovery times

Dr. Shruti Kate heads the oncology department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. She provides online consultations for complex surgical cases including the Whipple procedure for pancreatic cancer.

• Served as a consultant at Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier cancer institute
• Solo recipient from India of the travel award at the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Uses immunotherapy to help the immune system fight advanced cancer types
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Trained in both medical and surgical approaches for solid tumors and pediatric cancers

Dr. Umit Yigit is a pediatric surgeon at Ümran Tıp Merkezi in Istanbul. He specializes in neonatal surgery for congenital anomalies. These include esophageal atresia and diaphragmatic hernia. Dr. Yigit trained at Hacettepe and Istanbul Universities. He treats infants, children, and adolescents using minimally invasive techniques.

• Performs laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgery for faster recovery.
• Treats pediatric urology conditions like hypospadias and undescended testis.
• Manages gastrointestinal issues, including inguinal and umbilical hernia repair.
• Works at an institution accredited by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

Professor Ahmet Cag Cal trained at the Mayo Clinic and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He provides an online consultation with a surgeon to discuss robotic urological cancer treatments.

• Specializes in robotic da Vinci prostatectomy for precise surgical cancer removal
• Performs laparoscopic nephrectomy to treat kidney conditions with small incisions
• Former Vice Dean at Izmir University of Economics Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in fusion biopsies and TURP to treat prostate health issues
• Published researcher with previous academic training at UCLA in the USA