Ultrasound Doctors Abroad — Page 16

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.

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.

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. Rawipa Khunnarong is a physiatrist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group and Police General Hospital in Bangkok. She specializes in interventional rehabilitation for chronic pain and stroke recovery. Dr. Khunnarong teaches and supervises residents in rehabilitation practices.

• Completed a specialist residency at Phramongkutklao College of Medicine.
• Expert in neurorehabilitation for spinal cord injuries and dysphagia management.
• Completed training in dry needling and sports rehabilitation.
• Utilizes musculoskeletal ultrasound and interventional techniques for pain.

Dr. Sung-ho Ahn is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Seoul Miz Hospital in South Korea. He is the Director of the Family Birth Center. He previously led the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Seoul Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Ahn also works as an adjunct professor at Seoul Paik Hospital.

• Performs childbirth procedures, Cesarean sections, and laparoscopic tubal ligations.
• Member of the Korean Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine.
• Served as a clinical instructor at Asan Medical Center.
• Practices at a women’s health center treating 200,000 patients every year.

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. 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.

Dr. Antonio Gosálvez Vega directs the Assisted Reproduction Unit at Quironsalud Madrid. He specializes in IVF and complex fertility treatments. He is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Vega treats conditions like endometriosis and polycystic ovaries at Spain's top-ranked hospital.

• Performs robotic sacrohysteropexy and laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis.
• Provides PRP ovarian rejuvenation and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
• Former professor of the Master in Human Reproduction at Complutense University.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Human Reproduction.

Dr. Tara Rak-areekul is a neurologist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok. She ranked first in the Thailand national neurological examination for residents and fellows. Dr. Rak-areekul focuses on cognitive neurology and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. She holds certifications in NIHSS and acute stroke treatment.

• Uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for neurological recovery.
• Won the national Epilepsy Quiz Tournament during her specialized training.
• Researches Alzheimer’s biomarkers and cognitive function at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.
• Founder of CUMEMO, a digital platform for dementia prevention and education.

Dr. Arnulf Ferlitsch heads internal medicine at the Hospital of the Barmherzigen Brüder Vienna. He uses ultrasound for precise evaluation of digestive and liver diseases.

• Founded the hepatic hemodynamics laboratory at the Medical University of Vienna
• Specializes in gastroenterology and hepatology – focusing on liver and gut health
• National nominee for the UEGW Rising Star in Gastroenterology award
• Completed clinical training at the University of Pennsylvania and UCLA
• Expert in treating complex cases like Crohn’s disease and liver cirrhosis

Dr. Thanit Tundamrongpong is a board-certified physiatrist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok. He specializes in stroke recovery and neurorehabilitation using robotic gait training. Dr. Tundamrongpong is a Diplomate of the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine. He also serves as a medical lecturer in his field.

• Expert in ultrasound-guided interventions and hydrodissection for chronic pain.
• Uses wearable exoskeleton technology and robotic systems for gait training.
• Treats complex conditions like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and peripheral paralysis.
• Practices at a specialist-run clinic treating about 300 patients annually.

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.

Professor Schoppmann heads the Gastroesophageal Tumor Unit in Vienna. He uses ultrasound and surgical testing to evaluate complex digestive tract conditions.

• Directs the Department for Surgical Functional Testing at Vienna General Hospital
• General Secretary of the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology
• Associate Professor at the Medical University of Vienna since 2006
• Published over 240 research articles in top medical journals
• Associate Editor for the European Journal of Surgical Oncology

Professor Marek Ehrlich leads the aneurysm program at Vienna General Hospital. He uses echocardiography – heart ultrasound – to create 3D treatment plans for cardiac surgery.

• Trained at Stanford and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York
• Published over 100 scientific articles on cardiovascular surgical treatments
• Specializes in complex aortic diseases and heart valve disorders
• Researches brain protection methods during major heart and aorta surgeries
• Chairs global medical meetings on advanced cardiovascular science

Dr. Mete Karatay is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He performs a wide range of nerve and brain procedures for adults and children. Dr. Karatay treats tumors of the brain, cerebellum, and spinal cord. He also specializes in pediatric cases like hydrocephalus and tethered cord syndrome.

• Performs Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and tremors.
• Treats spine conditions including disc herniations, kyphosis, and spinal stenosis.
• Implements Vagal and Spinal Cord Stimulation for epilepsy and chronic pain.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital that partners with Boston Children's Hospital.

Dr. Cemal Kara is a general surgeon at Medical Park İzmir Hospital. He has performed over 6,200 procedures. He specializes in laparoscopic surgery, weight-loss surgery, and cancer treatment. Dr. Kara patented a unique laparoscopic surgical instrument he invented. He co-founded the Aegean Medical Health Center in Turkey.

• Holds a Certificate of Surgical Competence from the Turkish Surgical Association.
• Uses a patented device designed specifically for gastric sleeve surgery.
• Published over 30 medical articles in professional journals.
• Works at Medical Park İzmir, a JCI-accredited facility with an 90% success rate.

Dr. Alper Sismanoglu is a fertility specialist and obstetrician-gynecologist in Istanbul. He has performed over 4,000 IVF treatments with a 65% success rate. Dr. Sismanoglu serves as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Altinbas University. He founded the Arti IVF Clinic to treat international patients.

• Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).
• Performs egg cryopreservation, embryo transfer, and infertility surgery.
• Treats reproductive conditions including endometriosis and polycystic ovaries.
• Authored over 20 peer-reviewed studies in international medical journals.

Dr. Ahmet Ozkara is a cardiovascular surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus. He has authored 24 international journal papers in his field. Dr. Ozkara specializes in coronary bypass surgery and major artery revascularization. He treats complex conditions like aortic valve insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse.

• Member of the European Society of Vascular Surgery.
• Performs open heart surgery and TAVI procedures.
• Treats congenital heart defects and performs septal defect surgeries.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul.

Dr. Irem Yengel is a gynecologist and fertility specialist. She founded her private clinic in Istanbul. She ranked among the top 10 in Turkey’s national specialization exam for gynecology. Dr. Yengel holds a Ministry of Health certification in assisted reproductive techniques.

• Specializes in cosmetic gynecology, IVF, and high-risk pregnancy management.
• Performed thousands of deliveries and surgeries at major Turkish training hospitals.
• Served as a faculty member at Medipol University Hospital.
• Treats reproductive disorders at a clinic with over 15,000 recorded procedures.