Ultrasound Doctors Abroad — Page 13

The doctor is an experienced neurosurgeon with an extensive background in both military and civilian medical practice. Holding a medical degree from the GATA School of Military Medicine and a specialization in neurosurgery, the doctor has served in various capacities, including as a Chief of Neurosurgery Clinic and a Chief Assistant in the Department of Neurosurgery. The doctor also holds a Master’s degree in Hospital and Health Institutions Management.

With a strong academic presence, the doctor has served as a lecturer and faculty member at Altınbaş University. Clinical expertise spans microsurgery, spine surgery, and peripheral nerve surgery, supported by numerous certifications in advanced cardiac life support and specialized surgical techniques. The doctor is a prolific researcher with extensive publications in neurosurgical journals.

Dr. Michalis Ayiomamitis is the Director of the Cardiac Surgery Unit at German Medical Institute in Cyprus. He is a founder member of the Cypriot Society of Cardiothoracic Surgeons. Dr. Ayiomamitis specializes in thoracic aorta aneurysm repair and heart valve surgery. He holds specialist registration in cardiothoracic surgery in both the UK and Cyprus.

• Completed fellowships in heart transplant and trans-catheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI).
• Served as Lead of Trust Appointed Doctors at Hull and East Yorkshire University Hospital.
• Participates as a co-investigator in international trials for mini-bypass and TAVI safety.
• Member of the European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Dr. Sherko Kuemmel is a breast surgeon and oncologist at the German Medical Institute. He is an Executive Board Member of the AGO, a key gynecological oncology group. Dr. Kuemmel has authored over 320 peer-reviewed publications. He specializes in multidisciplinary breast cancer care and reconstructive surgery.

• Serves as an ESMO Faculty member for breast cancer.
• Scientific Director of the WSG study group for breast cancer research.
• Lead investigator for 27 clinical trials and investigations.
• Specializes in nipple correction, mastectomy, and prepectoral reconstruction.

Dr. Premkamol Patraithikul is a general surgeon with advanced training in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Patraithikul earned an M.D. from Khon Kaen University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a residency in general surgery at Thammasat University. Dr. Patraithikul completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at Mahidol University (Siriraj Hospital) in Thailand.

Clinical expertise includes laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Practice also covers general surgery, obesity and weight‑management surgery, and surgery for gastrointestinal conditions.

Dr. Aleksandra Starosciak graduated from the Medical Academy in Warsaw. She has been a specialist in general surgery since 2009. She is training in surgical oncology. Since 2010, she has worked in the Department of Oncological Surgery at the Holy Family Hospital in Warsaw. She is a member of the Polish Society of Surgical Oncology. She attends scientific and training conferences in general surgery, oncology, plastic surgery, and breast ultrasound.

She performs breast surgery, including tumor removal, reconstruction, and mastectomy. She also performs soft‑tissue and minor procedures, such as removal of skin lesions and nodules. She performs endocrine surgery for malignant and benign thyroid lesions.

She diagnoses breast diseases. She performs ultrasound‑guided vacuum‑assisted (mammotome) breast biopsies. She also performs core needle and fine‑needle aspiration biopsies. She carries out thyroid biopsies and videodermoscopy of skin lesions.

Professor Gerhard Prager leads the Obesity Outpatient Clinic at Vienna General Hospital. He uses advanced ultrasound and endoscopy to assess patients before metabolic procedures.

• Heads the Metabolic Surgery Center at Confraternitaet Private Hospital
• President of the European Chapter of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
• Performed 3,000 operations for obesity and metabolic disorders
• Uses diagnostic imaging to treat type 2 diabetes and gastric ulcers
• Member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Seung Jae Huh is an oncologist at Samsung Medical Center. He uses ultrasound for specialized cancer care.

• Treats patients at one of South Korea's top-ranked hospitals
• Specializes in oncology – the study and treatment of tumors
• Uses medical imaging to monitor patient progress during therapy

Dr. Kyu Taek Lee is a specialist at Samsung Medical Center. He uses ultrasound for endoscopic diagnostic procedures to identify gastrointestinal cancers.

• Trained at Stanford University School of Medicine in the United States
• Professor of Gastroenterology at a leading medical faculty in South Korea
• Member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Specializes in diagnosing pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder conditions
• Completed clinical training at Kyoto Second Red Cross Hospital in Japan

Professor Jong Kyun Lee specializes in pancreatobiliary disorders at Samsung Medical Center. He uses ultrasound to diagnose complex cancers and inflammatory conditions of the digestive system.

• Focuses on pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder cancers
• Trained at Seoul National University and the University of California
• Member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Expert in identifying gallstones and chronic pancreatitis
• Works at a top-tier hospital meeting presidential standards in South Korea

Dr. Kim Duk Kyung is a specialist cardiologist at Samsung Medical Center. He performs cardiac ultrasound to evaluate heart structure and function.

• Practices at Samsung Medical Center – one of South Korea's top-ranked hospitals
• Specializes in cardiology within a leading academic medical setting
• Focuses on heart health and circulatory system diagnostics
• Provides expert interpretation of cardiac imaging results

Dr. Sirinda Kittiprachakul is a board-certified physiatrist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok. She graduated with First Class Honors and specializes in neurorehabilitation and cardiac rehabilitation. Dr. Kittiprachakul is a Diplomate of the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine. She serves as a physician at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Specializes in stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson’s disease recovery.
• Expert in chronic pain management using Western dry needling techniques.
• Performs electrodiagnostic and electromyographic studies for nerve and muscle disorders.
• Completed international clinical training at the Korean National Rehabilitation Center.

Dr. Shady Mohammed El-sebai is the Chief of Interventional Radiology at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University. He specializes in oncology-focused imaging and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. El-sebai treats liver, renal, and soft-tissue tumors using chemoembolization and ablation techniques. He works at Shef Al Orman Oncology Hospital, an ESMO-accredited center.

• Performs microwave and radiofrequency ablation for bone, lung, and thyroid lesions.
• Expert in US- and CT-guided biopsies, including Mammotome breast lesion excision.
• Specializes in uterine artery embolization for fibroids and varicose vein ablation.
• Manages complex biliary and renal cases with percutaneous stenting and drainage.

15,000+ surgical procedures performed – Dr. Antonio de Lacy Fortuny leads the European surgical community at Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

• President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe
• Developed the TaTME technique for high-precision rectal cancer surgery
• Performs over 1,000 surgeries per year using robotic and laparoscopic tools
• Uses ultrasound to guide minimally invasive techniques for gastrointestinal cancer
• Pioneered the removal of organs through natural openings for faster recovery

Dr. Lee Jeong Won is a specialized oncogynecologist at Samsung Medical Center. He uses ultrasound for the precise detection and monitoring of gynecological cancers.

• Treats cancers of the female reproductive system at a top-tier medical institution
• Specializes in gynecologic oncology – the study and treatment of reproductive cancers
• Uses diagnostic imaging to identify tumors and guide treatment plans
• Works within the Samsung Medical Center network in South Korea

Professor Kim Tae Joong is a specialist in gynecologic oncology at Samsung Medical Center. He performs diagnostic ultrasound to detect and evaluate female reproductive cancers.

• Specializes in gynecologic oncology – treats cancers of the female reproductive system
• Works at Samsung Medical Center – a top-ranked hospital in South Korea
• Expert in diagnostic imaging for oncogynecology cases

Professor Choi Han Yong is a leading oncosurgeon at Samsung Medical Center. He heads the urology department at this major South Korean hospital.

• Specializes in urologic ultrasound used to detect and monitor kidney and prostate issues
• Leads world-class cancer surgical teams at Samsung Medical Center
• Expert in oncologic urology focusing on tumor diagnostics and surgical treatment
• Professor at the Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine

Professor Gunther Laufer heads the Cardiac Surgery Department at Vienna General Hospital. He uses advanced ultrasound for precise heart evaluations.

• Leads one of the largest specialized heart surgery centers in Europe
• Focuses on complex procedures including heart transplants and bypass surgery
• Directs a major university hospital department for cardiac care
• University professor training the next generation of heart surgeons

Prof. Gil Raviv is a specialist in andrology and reconstructive urology at Sheba Medical Center. Forbes named him among the Best Doctors in Israel. He is the director of the Andrology Unit. Dr. Raviv focuses on male infertility, sexual health, and urethral reconstruction. He works at Sheba, a Top 10 world-ranked hospital.

• Performs specialized sperm retrieval techniques including micro-TESE, TESA, and MESA.
• Treats complex conditions like erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, and azoospermia.
• Uses microsurgical methods and robotic systems for prostate and urological procedures.
• Provides stem cell therapy and shockwave treatment for sexual dysfunction.