Online consultation with Surgeon Doctors Abroad — Page 7

Dr. Ozan Beytemur is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in bone healing research. Dr. Beytemur holds the TOTBİD-TOTEK Board Certification. He serves as a Professor at Health Sciences University.

• Specialize in bone tumors, pediatric trauma, and complex fracture management.
• Served as Chief Physician at Istanbul Bağcılar Health Practice and Research Center.
• Published over 400 research articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic Association's Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Division.

Dr. Amr Mahmoud Al Demery is a consultant thoracic surgical oncologist at Shefaa Al Orman Hospital. He specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of thoracic cancers. Dr. Al Demery is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He holds a Doctorate in Surgical Oncology from the National Cancer Institute.

• Cofounder and member of the Egyptian Society of Respiratory Neoplasms.
• Performs complex lung resections, including lobectomy and pneumonectomy.
• Expert in esophageal cancer surgery and chest wall reconstruction.
• Works at an ESMO-accredited center treating 6,000 patients annually.

Dr. Mehmet Hakan Tekelioglu is a general surgeon at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in thyroid surgery and bariatric procedures. Dr. Tekelioglu conducted research on TSH suppression at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high patient safety standards.

• Performs robotic weight-loss surgeries including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass.
• Treats complex hernias including umbilical, inguinal, and incisional types.
• Specializes in thyroidectomy and metabolic surgery for obesity.
• Treats proctological conditions such as hemorrhoids and anal atresia.

Dr. Siripong Lakkhanawong is a specialist in general and plastic surgery at Somchai Clinic. He provides online consultations for patients seeking surgery advice.

• Triple-specialized in family medicine, general surgery, and plastic surgery
• Works to achieve long-lasting surgical results and patient safety
• Expert in professional medical standards for surgical procedures
• Uses a medical approach that looks at the patient as a whole

Dr. Irfan Karalar is a general surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats conditions like umbilical hernias, hemorrhoids, and trophic ulcers. He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Karalar previously served as the Chief Physician at Balkan Hospital.

• Specializes in surgical treatments for inguinal and incisional hernias.
• Treats complex rectal and skin conditions including anal atresia and keloid scars.
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Bahçelievler, which treats 600,000 patients annually.
• Practices at a facility using PET-CT for rapid, high-contrast tumor scanning.

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. Zohar Dotan heads the Urology Department at Sheba Medical Center. He provides online consultation with Surgeon for complex prostate, kidney, and bladder cancers.

• Completed a fellowship in uro-oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Serves as the current Head of the Israeli Uro-Oncology Society
• Recipient of prestigious awards from the American Association of Clinical Surgery
• Author of over 50 scientific publications focused on urologic cancer treatments
• Expert in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for faster patient recovery times

Dr. Nir Kleinmann directs the Endourology and Kidney Stones Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is a pioneer in kidney-sparing laser surgery for complex tumors. Forbes and ResultMed named him among Israel’s Best Doctors for 2025 and 2026. Dr. Kleinmann uses a unique dual-laser system to preserve organ function during cancer treatment.

• Completed urological fellowships at Thomas Jefferson University and McMaster University.
• Expert in minimally invasive treatments for UTUC, kidney stones, and prostate cancer.
• Served as a researcher in the OLYMPUS trial for non-surgical chemoablation.
• Fellow of the American Endourology Society with over 60 scientific publications.

Dr. Yaacov Lawrence is the Chair of Radiation Oncology at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in precision radiation therapy and neuro-oncology. Dr. Lawrence pioneered celiac plexus radiosurgery for pancreatic cancer pain management. He holds the FASTRO designation, one of the highest honors in his specialty.

• Leads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Program at Sheba Medical Center.
• Performs stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumors and nervous system cancers.
• Authored over 280 scientific publications on personalized radiation protocols.
• Completed radiation oncology fellowship training at Thomas Jefferson University.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Gok is an Associate Professor of General Surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic hernia repair and metabolic surgery. Dr. Gok has authored over 20 national and international scientific articles on surgical outcomes. He practices at a hospital with 95.4 out of 96.4 healthcare quality points.

• Certified in robotic colorectal surgery and laparoscopic hernia techniques on cadavers.
• Received specialized training from the European Hernia Society in Dubai.
• Served as a former Chief Physician at Silopi State Hospital.
• Editor of several medical books on oncological, hernia, and minimal invasive surgery.

Specializations

Cancer Surgery

Pancreatic Surgery

Bile Duct Surgery

Bariatric Metabolic Surgery

Oncological Surgery

Breast Surgery

Gastric cancer

Colon cancer

Thyroid Cancer

Obesity Surgery

Diabetes Surgeries

Specializations

Head and Neck Surgery

Surgical Treatment of Head and Neck Cancers

Dizziness (Vertigo)

Endoscopic Sinus Surgeries

Hearing Loss and Ear Diseases Surgery

Endoscopic Head and Neck Diseases Surgery

Head and Neck Diseases Microsurgery

Salivary Gland Diseases and Surgery

Professor Klaus Kaczirek is a senior surgeon at Vienna General Hospital. He leads the liver and pancreas surgical group for the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology.

• Specializes in complex visceral surgery for liver, pancreatic, and gallbladder cancers
• Holds a habilitation in surgery – the highest academic qualification in European medicine
• Performs endocrine surgery for thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland disorders
• Peer reviewer for prestigious journals including the Journal of Clinical Oncology
• Expert in treating rare neuroendocrine tumors that affect nerve and hormone cells

Specializations

Adult and Pediatric ENT Diseases

Plastic Surgery Procedures (Rhinoplasty, Protruding Ear Correction)

Filling-Botox Procedures

Endoscopic/Microscopic Middle Ear Surgery

Sleep Apnea and Snoring Surgery

Tonsil and Adenoid Operations with Plasma-Evaporation Method

Dr. Asli Datli is a plastic surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. She completed a prestigious microsurgery fellowship at ASAN Medical Centre in South Korea. Dr. Datli specializes in facial rejuvenation, mommy makeovers, and complex reconstructive procedures. She uses techniques like deep plane facelifts and Vaser liposuction to achieve natural results.

• Specializes in lipedema surgery and body contouring after massive weight loss.
• Treats diabetic foot conditions and performs hidradenitis suppurativa surgery.
• Co-authored a textbook chapter on surgical flaps in wound healing with Springer.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for excellence in surgical outcomes.

Dr. Hakan Teoman Yanar is a general surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in gastrointestinal oncology, laparoscopic surgery, and robotic procedures. Dr. Yanar holds an Honorary Diploma from the European Board of Surgery in Emergency Surgery.

• Completed surgical training at the University of Southern California and Keck School of Medicine.
• Treats colon, stomach, and esophagus cancers using robotic and laparoscopic techniques.
• Expert in emergency surgical cases such as acute cholecystitis and pancreatitis.
• Member of the International Society of Surgery and the Turkish Society of Surgery.

Dr. Adnan Sayar is a thoracic surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and thoracoscopic surgery for lung cancer and complex chest diseases. He holds FETCS certification from the European Board of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. Dr. Sayar performs tracheal reconstruction, lung transplantation, and pediatric thoracic procedures.

• Served on the Turkish Ministry of Health Lung Transplantation Scientific Committee.
• Completed fellowships at Kyoto University in Japan and the Karolinska Institute in Sweden.
• Treats lung cancer through minimally invasive segmentectomy and pneumonectomy.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a designated Center of Excellence for robotic surgery.

Medical Fields of Interest 

• Thoracoscopic and Robotic Minimally Invasive Surgery 

• Lung Cancers 

• Trachea Surgery 

• Lung Transplantation 

• Lung Biopsy • Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) 

• Diaphragmatic Surgery • Surgery of Pleural Diseases 

• Pediatric Thoracic Surgery

Education 

• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 

•Istanbul Galatasaray High School 

• Primary Education Ankara, Samsun, Izmir 

Dr. Koray Acarli is a professor of general and HPB surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in treating complex diseases of the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas. Dr. Acarli is a former head of the Organ Transplant Center at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He completed clinical research training at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York.

• Served as head of the Liver Transplant Center at Istanbul University.
• Treats malignant conditions including cholangiocarcinoma, Klatskin tumors, and gallbladder cancer.
• Manages benign and obstructive diseases such as biliary strictures and pancreatitis.
• Works at Liv Hospital Ulus, a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.