Ultrasound Doctors Abroad — Page 7

Dr. Pichai Kittipanyaworakul is an internal medicine specialist, gastroenterologist, and hepatologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He holds a diploma in gastroenterology and hepatology from the prestigious Ramathibodi Hospital. Dr. Kittipanyaworakul treats digestive tract disorders and complex liver conditions. He works at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO-certified facility that treats over 100,000 patients annually.

• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection, esophagectomy, and cholecystectomy.
• Provides diagnostic expertise in gastroscopy with biopsy, colonoscopy, and Fibroscan liver imaging.
• Manages laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and laparoscopic gallbladder removal.
• Treats patients at a hospital with 26 departments and 200 resident physicians.

Dr. Séverine Iborra is the Chief Physician of Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Medical Center in Solingen. She specializes in gynecological oncology and high-risk perinatal medicine. Dr. Iborra uses the Da Vinci robotic system for minimally invasive cancer surgeries. She is a certified specialist in cervical pathology and urogynecology.

• Performs robotic hysterectomies and myomectomies with high precision.
• Treats complex cancers of the breast, ovaries, and cervix.
• Certified by the Gynecological Oncology Working Group in diagnostics and therapy.
• Leads a department at a clinic ranked among the top in Germany by Focus magazine.

Dr. Ozlem Ozer Chakir is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She was named a Rising Star at the 10th Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium. Her expertise covers complex liver diseases, Crohn's disease, and Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Chakir treats patients at Turkey's first JCI-accredited smart-and-green hospital.

• Holds certificates in bariatric endoscopy from Brazil and endoscopy from South Korea.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
• Specializes in ERCP as a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology study group.
• Treats gastrointestinal polyps and ulcerative colitis using modern diagnostic tools.

Dr. Marc Ulrich Becher is an interventional cardiologist at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen in Germany. He performs 3,900+ diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures annually. Dr. Becher specializes in treating heart failure, coronary artery disease, and complex arrhythmias. He integrates high-resolution imaging like IVUS and OCT into his surgical planning.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and cryoablation.
• Expertise includes carotid angioplasty, stenting, and TAVR procedures.
• Treats structural heart conditions including mitral and tricuspid valve issues.
• Works at an academic hospital ranked among Germany’s top clinics by Focus magazine.

Dr. Salih Murat Imer is a neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He founded and led the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital. Dr. Imer holds certifications in Gamma Knife radiosurgery and endoscopic spine surgery. He specializes in treating brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal stenosis.

• Published 68 scientific articles and contributed to 9 medical book chapters.
• Completed training at the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
• Obtained specialized training in Gamma Knife radiosurgery in Marseille, France.
• Works at a JCI-accredited "Smart-and-Green" hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Murat Atay is a breast and general surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He completed specialized training in sentinel node mapping at the MDA Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Atay also held several surgical roles at Lille University Hospital in France. He focuses on breast and thyroid surgery as well as oncological procedures.

• Performs mastectomy, lumpectomy, and lymphadenectomy.
• Treats conditions such as breast cancer and fibrocystic breast disease.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited smart hospital that treats 300,000 patients annually.
• Uses PET-MRI and mammography for precise diagnosis and monitoring.

Dr. Hediye Dag is an associate professor and obstetrician-gynecologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. She is the responsible physician at the IAÜ VM-Medical Park Florya IVF Center. Dr. Dag specializes in reproductive medicine and infertility treatments. She holds an official Assisted Reproductive Therapy Certification. Dr. Dag treats complex conditions like endometriosis and polycystic ovarian disease.

• Performs laparoscopic procedures for hysterectomies and ovarian cyst removal.
• Provides specialized care for sexual dysfunction and genital aesthetics.
• Practices at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Member of the Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association.

Dr. Ertan Sagbas is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He focuses on robotic heart surgery using the Da Vinci system and port access techniques. Dr. Sagbas has a background in international care. He practiced at the Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic in Belgium. He currently serves as a professor at Istanbul Bilim University.

• Specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and aortic procedures.
• Performs complex valve repairs and arrhythmia surgery.
• Treats aortic valve insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients annually.

Dr. Cihan Comba is a gynecologic oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in scarless surgery and radical treatments for ovarian and uterine cancers. Dr. Comba completed an observer fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. He holds a prestigious individual accreditation certificate from the European Society of Gynecological Oncology.

• Performs robotic hysterectomy and minimally invasive gynecological surgery.
• Treats complex conditions like cervical dysplasia, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids.
• Certified in radical surgery and robotic techniques by international medical boards.
• Member of the European Society of Gynecological Oncology and Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Baran Yil is a neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Yil treats complex conditions like brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal stenosis. He specializes in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery.

• Winner of the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize.
• Served as an instructor for the skull base anatomy course series.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and AOSpine.
• Performs specialized procedures including Gamma Knife and deep brain stimulation.

Dr. Harald Rosen specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine at Wiener Privatklinik. He uses advanced ultrasound to evaluate liver disease and gallbladder issues.

• Focuses on interventional endoscopy to treat digestive disorders
• Performs ERCP to treat problems of the bile and pancreatic ducts
• Consultant at Wiener Privatklinik – one of Austria’s premier private hospitals
• Member of the European Society of Surgery (ESS)
• Trains other specialists in minimally invasive surgical techniques

Dr. Alper Eraslan is a certified IVF specialist who performs gynecological ultrasound at Dunya IVF Clinic. He completed advanced international fellowships in Germany and Belgium.

• Holds IVF Specialist certification from the American Hospital in Istanbul
• Trained in gynecological oncology with the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology
• Treats infertility by identifying endometriosis and uterine cysts via ultrasound
• Provides specialized reproductive care for uterine fibroids and polycystic ovaries
• Earned a Master's in Clinical Studies from the University of London

Dr. Nuri Delikara is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He is an assisted reproductive therapy specialist with a focus on IVF treatments. Dr. Delikara holds a master's degree in public health from Marmara University. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 300,000 patients annually.

• Member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).
• Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology.
• Served as Chief Assistant at Zeynep Kamil Women and Child Diseases Training Hospital.
• Completed a specialist certificate program in assisted reproductive therapy at Hacettepe University.

Associate Professor Cenk Indelen is a cardiovascular surgery specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He utilizes advanced imaging like vascular ultrasound to evaluate complex heart and artery conditions.

• Trained in robotic surgery at the Orsi da Vinci Training Center in Belgium
• Completed residency in thoracic and vascular surgery at Kocaeli University
• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Expert in patient blood management and cost-effective transfusion strategies
• Published numerous research papers on coronary artery disease and heart valve replacement

Dr. Mustafa Yavuz Samanci is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is a steering committee member for the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. Dr. Samanci completed a clinical fellowship in Gamma Knife Radiosurgery at Koç University. He treats movement disorders using deep brain stimulation and spinal cord stimulation.

• Completed postdoctoral research at Temple University in the US and in Shanghai.
• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Hakan Caner Overseas Education Scholarship.
• Member of the International Epilepsy Surgery Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
• Performs specialized procedures like selective dorsal rhizotomy and vagus nerve stimulation.

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a highly trained neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She utilizes ultrasound guidance to enhance precision during complex brain and spine procedures.

• Completed specialized training in endoscopic pituitary surgery at Istanbul University
• Trained at Groupe Hospitalier Necker–Enfants Malades in Paris
• Expert in surgical medical sciences with a focus on neuroanatomy
• Certified by the World Federation of Neurology for continuing medical education
• Fellow of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Dr. Roberto Hernandez is a neurosurgeon at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali, Mexico. He performs between 30 and 60 neurological surgeries every month. He completed his medical training in the United States and Canada. Dr. Hernandez specializes in complex brain and spine interventions.

• Operates at a facility accredited by the General Health Council of Mexico.
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and stem cell therapy.
• Treats chronic spinal pain, multiple sclerosis, and neurodegenerative diseases.
• Practices at a boutique hospital located 200 yards from the US-Mexico border.

Dr. David Saba is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in heart transplantation and off-pump coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Saba completed training at Toronto General Hospital and the University of Hannover–Freiburg. He has published over 20 research papers on vascular innovations and bypass techniques.

• Performs complex procedures like TAVI and aortic aneurysm surgery.
• Treats conditions including mitral valve prolapse and aortic valve insufficiency.
• Former Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Uludağ University.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility and Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital.