Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Yildirim trained at top US institutions including Johns Hopkins and Harvard, specializing in complex head and neck surgeries.

• Expert in cochlear implants and facial plastic surgery
• Multiple award-winning research in rhinology and olfactory disorders
• Associate Professor at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Performs advanced endoscopic sinus surgeries

Dr. Centeno trained at the Mayo Clinic in colorectal surgery and leads the surgery department at Teknon Medical Center.

• Specializes in General and Gastrointestinal Surgery with 32 years of experience
• Completed advanced training in laparoscopic colorectal surgery
• Accredited by ERAS-Society for enhanced recovery after surgery
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

Dr. Balcioglu specializes in laser hemorrhoid surgery and pilonidal sinus treatment – advanced techniques for faster recovery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Graduated from Istanbul University's English medical program
• Completed surgical residency at Marmara University
• Participates in international surgical conferences
• Published in medical journals locally and internationally

Dr. Ali Karahan has specialized in hair transplantation since 2009, achieving natural and successful results at top hospitals like Memorial and Kadıköy Şifa.

• Over 33 years of medical experience
• Participated in national and international hair transplant conferences
• Trained in Anesthesiology and Reanimation
• Runs his own clinic since 2019

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir is a general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in pancreatic cancer treatment and complex gastrointestinal procedures. Dr. Erdemir is an expert in the Whipple surgery and robotic surgical techniques. He practices at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Certified in the da Vinci robotic surgery system.
• Completed specialized training in cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC.
• Former assistant professor at Maltepe University Medical School.
• Performs surgeries for breast, stomach, and small intestine cancers.

Dr. Lana Bijelic specializes in peritoneal carcinomatosis surgery – a rare and complex condition – at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Trained under Prof. Paul Sugarbaker at Washington Hospital Center
• Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical societies including the American Society of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies
• Former Research Director at Inova Fairfax Hospital
• Recipient of multiple awards for surgical excellence

Specializes in preventive cardiology and cardiac imaging — Dr. Schurz focuses on early detection and long-term heart health at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Board-certified in internal medicine and cardiology
• Expert in coronary artery disease and hypertension management
• Uses advanced diagnostics like echocardiography and cardiac CT
• Graduated from Medical University of Vienna
• Emphasizes lifestyle optimization in treatment plans

Dr. Puttapong Serttikul brings 19 years of surgical expertise, including specialized training in laparoscopic colorectal surgery and ERCP.

• Trained in gastrointestinal endoscopy at Lopburi Cancer Hospital
• Completed ERCP training at Rajavithi Hospital
• Member of NHSO Region 4 Audit Committee since 2015
• Performs laparoscopic colorectal procedures

Dr. Ron Greenberg heads the Colorectal Surgery Department at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in both open and minimally invasive techniques.

• 35 years of experience in abdominal surgery
• Expert in Whipple procedure for complex cases
• Leads a dedicated colorectal surgery team

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik specializes in pediatric surgery and urology, with decades of experience at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Founded the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Author of multiple pediatric surgery textbooks
• Member of Turkish Ministry of Health Pediatric Surgery Society
• Trained at London's Hospital for Sick Children

Professor and oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), specializing in surgical oncology.

• Extensive experience in surgical oncology
• Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers
• Focuses on personalized treatment approaches

Dr. Vongjarukorn specializes in minimally invasive surgery, trained in Japan and Thailand. He brings advanced techniques to Intrarat Hospital.

• Clinical Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery at Police General Hospital
• Trained in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery at Fukuoka Red Cross Hospital, Japan
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
• General Surgeon at Veterans General Hospital before joining Intrarat

Dr. Igor Suhotnik is a senior pediatric surgeon with 36 years of experience at Dana Dweck Children's Hospital, part of Ichilov Medical Center.

• Visiting professor at Tel Aviv University
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations
• Educated at Chernivtsi Medical University
• Former Associate Professor at Israel Institute of Technology

Deputy Head of Surgery at Ichilov Hospital – Dr. Goldman leads a specialized proctology department with 42 years of experience.

• Heads Department of Proctology at Ichilov – one of Israel's top medical centers
• Member of four prestigious international surgical societies
• Experienced in complex abdominal and colorectal procedures

Dr. Séverine Iborra leads the Gynecology and Obstetrics Department at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen, with certifications in gynecological oncology and special obstetrics.

• Specializes in oncological diagnostics and therapy with certifications from the Gynecological Oncology Working Group
• Expert in minimally invasive treatments including laparoscopy and the Da Vinci robotic system
• Certified in Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy (AGCPC), Urogynecology (AGUP), and Special Obstetrics
• Active member of the German Society for Gynecology and Obstetrics

Leading expert in pancreatic and colorectal cancer surgery – Dr. Schenker introduced modern techniques at Solingen's Academic Hospital.

• Specializes in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures
• Chief Surgeon of Germany's first certified colorectal cancer center
• Coordinator of Pancreatic Cancer Centre (Oncocert)
• Member of German Medical Association
• Lecturer and researcher in surgical oncology

Profile: Dr. Yosapon Pongthong, M.D.

Specialty: Surgery

Medical License No.: 22220

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Effective Date: September 1, 2026

Hospital: PMG and Mali Hospital

Medical Education: Graduated with a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand.

Current Practice: Operates as a surgeon 

Work Experience - Current Position: Medical Director and General Surgeon, Thailand. Key Responsibilities: Leading clinical operations and overall healthcare personnel management; performing general surgical procedures, consulting on and evaluating complex surgeries; overseeing patient care quality assurance, pre-operative preparation, and post-operative follow-up. Key Responsibilities: Providing specialized surgical treatments and interventions to outpatients; diagnosing abdominal and soft tissue conditions requiring emergency or planned surgery; collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Dr. Jakkarin Phunphakchit is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in joint replacement. He earned his MD from the College of Medicine, Rangsit University. He completed fellowships in orthopedic surgery and joint replacement at Thammasat University Hospital.

His practice focuses on robot-assisted knee and hip replacement. He also performs direct anterior approach (DAA) hip replacement, primary hip and knee replacement, and revision joint replacement. He is experienced in total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Ronnarith Singhpru, M.D., is a urologist. He holds the Diploma of the Thai Board of Urological Surgery from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine.

He is a naval medical officer in the Royal Thai Navy. His rank is Group Captain (Captain). At Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital, Naval Medical Department, he serves as an attending physician and clinical instructor in the Urology Division. He also provides specialized consultations as a part-time visiting physician at MALI Interdisciplinary Hospital.