Ultrasound Doctors Abroad — Page 11

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, 2022

Certifications

Certification of Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine from The American Board of Antiaging and Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM)

Certification of Nutritional Wellness from The American

Naturopathic Certification Board (ANCB)

Clinical Focus

General disease diagnosis and treatment, as well as wellness care

Languages spoken: Thai and English

Op. Dr. Kevser Arkan, MD, is a gynecologic oncology surgery subspecialist (OB/GYN) at OPTIMED Health Group in Çorlu and Çerkezköy. She has worked there since 2026. She provides care in English and Turkish.

Her clinical focus is the surgical management of ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancers. She performs complex pelvic procedures, including radical hysterectomy, lymphadenectomy with sentinel lymph node mapping, and tumor debulking. She offers minimally invasive surgery, including vNOTES (scarless/izsiz laparoskopi), laparoscopy, laparotomy, and hysteroscopy. She also performs urogynecologic reconstruction, including sacrocolpopexy. She manages high‑risk obstetrics.

Credentials: MD, Gaziantep University (2016). OB/GYN residency, Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University (2016–2021). Gynecologic Oncology Surgery fellowship, Diyarbakır Gazi Yaşargil Training and Research Hospital (2022–2025). Experience: Diyarbakır Maternity & Children’s Hospital, Gynecologic Oncology Clinic (2022–2025). Adıyaman Kahta State Hospital (2021–2022). Giresun Alucra TSM (2016).

Academic work: In 2025, she published peer‑reviewed studies on sentinel node mapping in vNOTES endometrial cancer staging and on outcomes of vNOTES versus laparoscopy. She also reported on pelvic organ prolapse and sexual function, GTN folate regimens, and vNOTES‑assisted sacrocolpopexy. Her articles appeared in journals such as BMC Surgery, Scientific Reports, Journal of Clinical Medicine, and Ginekologia Polska.

Dr. Meryem Eken is a professor and head of the IVF Unit at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. She focuses on infertility, including natural-cycle IVF and intrauterine insemination. She is a winner of the Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics First Prize. Dr. Eken previously led the IVF Unit at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

• Authored over 30 peer-reviewed international articles on reproductive health.
• Performs minimally invasive myomectomy and laparoscopic hysterectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like endometriosis and recurrent pregnancy loss.
• Uses PRP therapy for ovarian and uterine rejuvenation.

Dr. Lan Kerdpol is a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology at Navamin 9 Hospital. He provides medical imaging during pregnancy to monitor fetal development.

• Graduated from Mahidol University – one of the most prestigious medical schools in Thailand
• Certified by the Thai Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Performs ultrasound exams to track healthy growth and detect reproductive health issues
• Practices at Navamin 9 Hospital in the specialized OB-GYN department
• Expert in both natural births and Cesarean sections for expectant mothers

Dr. Sitanan Panunumpa is the medical director at Siam Fertility in Bangkok. She performs over 300 IVF and ICSI cycles every year. She also completes over 200 gynecologic laparoscopic surgeries annually. Dr. Panunumpa earned a master’s in biotechnology of human assisted reproduction in Spain.

• Board-certified in reproductive medicine by Ramathibodi Hospital.
• Member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
• Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).
• Treats conditions like endometriosis, polycystic ovaries, and uterine fibroids.

Dr. Sule Yildirim Kopuk is an obstetrician-gynecologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in IVF, maternal-fetal medicine, and minimally invasive gynecological surgery. Dr. Kopuk completed international observerships at Yale School of Medicine and the Nezhat Medical Center. She treats complex conditions like infertility, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids.

• Trained in maternal-fetal medicine at Yale University, Connecticut.
• Specialized in minimally invasive surgery at the Nezhat Medical Center in Georgia.
• Performs laparoscopic procedures, including myomectomy and hysterectomy.
• Works at VM Medical Park Pendik, a JCI-accredited hospital in Turkey.

Dr. Hyang-gi Park is a fertility specialist at Seoul Miz Hospital. She specializes in IVF, reproductive endocrinology, and ovarian rejuvenation. She trained as a clinical instructor at Samsung Medical Center. Dr. Park holds memberships in the Korean Society for Reproductive Medicine and Assisted Reproduction.

• Former Director of the Fertility Clinic at MizMedi Hospital Gangseo.
• Served as Medical Director at both Dion and Zion Women’s clinics.
• Full member of the Korean societies for endometriosis and fertility preservation.
• Treats patients at Seoul Miz Hospital, which serves 200,000 people annually.

Dr. Sanchez Yague is a gastroenterologist at Quirónsalud Marbella in Spain. He was the first professional globally to use the 15-mm AXIOS stent. This device drains pancreatic fluid collections. He pioneered submucosal endoscopic dissection in Spain. Dr. Sanchez Yague also introduced gastroenteroanastomosis with luminal apposition stents to Andalusia.

• Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology (FACG).
• Fellow of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (FASGE).
• Coauthored European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy guides on chronic pancreatitis.
• Winner of the Top Reviewer Award from the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Journal.

Dr. Jesus Romero Imbroda is a neurologist at Quirónsalud Marbella. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Neurology. Dr. Romero Imbroda serves as an academic at the Royal Academy of Medicine. He focuses on multiple sclerosis research and complex neuromuscular disorders. The doctor also teaches at the University of Granada.

• Former President of the Andalusian Society of Neurology.
• Served on the Internal Residential Doctor Assessment Committee.
• Treats Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and cognitive conditions.
• Performs deep brain stimulation and spinal cord stimulator procedures.

Professor and Chief Physician. Director of Gynecologic Oncology. PhD in Gynecologic Oncology from the Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences. MSc in Obstetrics and Gynecology from Peking Union Medical College Hospital. Nearly 30 years of clinical experience. Published in SCI and core journals. Co‑author of two gynecologic oncology monographs.

Specializes in standardized diagnosis and comprehensive treatment of ovarian, cervical, and endometrial cancers. Provides surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and intraperitoneal hyperthermic perfusion. Pioneer of single‑port laparoscopy at her hospital. Also performs multi‑port laparoscopy, open surgery, and hysteroscopic procedures for benign gynecologic disease.

Affiliations: Youth Director, Chinese Anti‑Cancer Association. Youth Member, Gynecologic Oncology Committee, Fujian Anti‑Cancer Association. Member, Peritoneal Tumor Committee, Fujian Anti‑Cancer Association. Youth Member, Obstetrics and Gynecology Committee, Fujian Medical Association.

Dr. Liu Shi Xin is the Vice Chairman of the Radiation Oncology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association. He serves as the Discipline Leader of the Oncology Center at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. Dr. Liu specializes in precision radiotherapy for thoracic and abdominal cancers. He is a recipient of the State Council Special Government Allowance for his medical contributions.

• Highly proficient in IMRT, VMAT, and SBRT for lung and esophageal cancers.
• Former President of Jilin Provincial Cancer Hospital.
• Awarded the National Famous Doctor honor for outstanding contributions to oncology.
• Holds leadership roles in the Chinese Anti-Cancer Association particle therapy committee.

Dr. Serkan Burc Deser is a cardiovascular surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He has successfully performed hundreds of heart and vascular operations across several university hospitals. Dr. Deser holds a Proficiency Certificate from the Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Qualification Board. He completed international training at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York and clinics in Austria and Italy.

• Specializes in aortic aneurysm surgery and heart valve replacement.
• Expert in endovascular techniques, including EVAR, TEVAR, and FEVAR.
• Performs robotic heart surgery and carotid artery procedures.
• Trained in advanced vascular surgery at Paracelsus Medical University in Austria and Germany.

Dr. Tolga Tasci is a gynecologic oncologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in high-risk pregnancies and reproductive health. Dr. Tasci completed clinical observer rotations at prestigious UK institutions. These include Northern Gynaecological Oncology Centre and Barts Health NHS Trust.

• Performs laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries for uterine fibroids and cysts.
• Treats complex conditions like endometriosis, polycystic ovaries, and vaginismus.
• Member of the Turkish Gynecological Oncology and Endoscopy associations.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital with a specialized stroke and cardiac center.

Dr. Caner Topaloglu is an interventional cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in balloon angioplasty and stent implantation for coronary and carotid arteries. Dr. Topaloglu is a member of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). He treats heart attacks, heart failure, and complex rhythm disorders.

• Performs permanent cardiac pacemaker implantation including CPM, ICD, and CRT devices.
• Treats coronary artery disease, hypertension, and heart valve disorders.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility holding ISO and TEMOS international safety standards.

Dr. Koray Aykut is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in adult heart surgery and complex vascular procedures. Dr. Aykut is an Associate Professor with over 15 years of surgical practice. His research into pulsatile flow during bypass surgery is published in peer-reviewed journals.

• Member of the European Society for Cardiovascular and Endovascular Surgery.
• Authored 10 articles in journals indexed by SCI and SCI-e.
• Performs heart valve replacement, aortic aneurysm surgery, and venous procedures.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility with ISO and TEMOS certifications.

Dr. Hamdi Levent Doganay is a professor and gastroenterologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He serves on the board of the Turkish Liver Research Association. Dr. Doganay is an editor for major journals like the World Journal of Hepatology. He treats complex conditions including cirrhosis and ulcerative colitis at this JCI-accredited hospital.

• Recipient of the Gilead Fellowship Award for liver research.
• Winner of multiple national awards for achievements in viral hepatitis and proteomics.
• Member of the European and American associations for liver research.
• Performs gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and surgical removal of gastrointestinal polyps.

Dr. Dhawinee Kritsernvong is a fertility specialist at Prime Fertility Clinic in Bangkok. She graduated with first-class honors from Navamindradhiraj University. Dr. Kritsernvong specialized in reproductive medicine at Chulalongkorn University. She treats infertility, endometriosis, and polycystic ovaries.

• Winner of the first-place research award for hormonal contraceptive studies.
• Received the best research presentation award from the Thai Osteoporosis Foundation.
• Member of the Thai Society for Reproductive Medicine.
• Works at a clinic holding JCI Ambulatory Care and ISO accreditations.

Dr. Kim Taegyun is a gastroenterologist. He focuses on pancreatobiliary diseases and cancers, including pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts and cancer, cholecystitis, gallstones (cholelithiasis), and biliary tract cancer. He also performs advanced endoscopy, including ERCP. He treats gastrointestinal tumors, stomach and colon polyps, stomach cancer, and submucosal tumors (SMT).

Education and training: MD, Jeonbuk National University College of Medicine. MS in Medicine, University of Ulsan. Internship, Jeonbuk National University Hospital. Residency in Internal Medicine, Veterans Health Service Medical Center. Fellowships in Gastroenterology, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital and Asan Medical Center.

Career: Attending physician and specialist at Gwangju Veterans Hospital and the Veterans Health Service Medical Center.

Dr. Lecturer Omer Faruk Akkaya is a neurologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in stroke management and cerebral palsy treatment. Dr. Akkaya previously served as the Deputy Chief Physician at VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital. He provides care for complex neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.

• Expert in epilepsy diagnosis using EEG and specialized neurological treatments.
• Treats muscle and nerve diseases, vertigo, and restless leg syndrome.
• Practices at a clinic treats 280,000 patients annually using modern techniques.
• Works at a facility holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.