Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 10

Professor Alaettin Celik is a pioneer in paediatric surgery who founded the first dedicated paediatric surgical department at Istanbul University. He has performed over 1,100 paediatric operations and authored several definitive textbooks on newborn and child surgery.

• Dual-trained specialist in both general surgery and paediatric urology
• Completed a two-year registrar post at London's Great Ormond Street Hospital for Sick Children
• Handles complex cases including paediatric tumours, hernias, and urological conditions
• Active member of the national Council of Children's Tumours

Associate Professor Omer Uslukaya is a surgical specialist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital who has authored 50 scientific publications on surgery and wound healing.

• Specialises in laparoscopic splenectomy – removing the spleen through small incisions for a faster recovery
• Trained in neck dissection at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Centre in the USA
• Expertise includes breast surgery outcomes and surgical management of pancreatitis
• Performed extensive clinical research on reconstructive surgery and wound healing techniques

Dr Murat Cakar is a dedicated specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who focuses exclusively on the surgical needs of infants and children.

• Specialises in pediatric abdominal and colorectal surgery for complex congenital conditions
• Expert in hernia repairs, including umbilical, inguinal, and hiatal procedures
• Serves as a university lecturer at Karabük University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Pediatric Surgery Association and the Pediatric Urology Association
• Holds specialized certification in newborn resuscitation and intensive care

Professor Karakoc is a highly decorated radiology specialist and Head of Department at Yeditepe University. He is a double Fellow of the European Society of Radiology, specialising in image-guided surgical interventions and advanced diagnostics.

• Specialises in prostate fusion biopsy, combining MRI and ultrasound for more accurate cancer detection
• Performs chemoembolisation and radioembolisation to deliver targeted cancer treatment directly to tumours
• Expert in uterine fibroid embolisation, a non-surgical alternative to hysterectomy for treating fibroids
• Awarded first prize by the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology (ESGAR)
• Trained as a Research Fellow at the University Hospital of Cleveland, USA

Dr Ahmet Alptekein has performed over 1,100 paediatric surgeries at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He focuses on neonatal surgery and minimally invasive techniques for children.

• Specialises in robotic and laparoscopic surgery – using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Completed his residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Expert in paediatric urology, treating conditions of the bladder and kidneys in infants
• Performs tumour surgery and endoscopy using cameras to treat children without open surgery

Professor Ertekin is a leading specialist in pancreatico-biliary surgery at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Specialises in complex surgeries of the pancreas, liver, and biliary system
• Uses endoscopic diagnostic treatments to manage digestive tract conditions minimally
• Expert in ERCP, a specialised procedure used to treat bile duct and pancreatic blockages
• Manages trauma and emergency surgical cases at Valued Med Hub Hospitals
• Directs surgical training as a senior Professor at Istanbul University

Dr Kanatawan Wasoontrarak is a specialist anaesthesiologist at Intrarat Hospital who focused her training at the prestigious Prince of Songkla University.

• Provides tailored anaesthesia plans for various surgical procedures
• Certified by the Faculty of Medicine at Prince of Songkla University
• Completed specialised training in occupational and environmental medicine
• Qualified in physical and mental disability assessment for surgical patients
• Registered medical practitioner with international training from the Philippines

Dr Ertan Emek focuses on liver and pancreatic surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He is highly skilled in performing complex transplants from both living and deceased donors.

• Specialises in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery – focusing on the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas
• Uses minimally invasive oncological surgery – keyhole techniques that allow for less pain and faster healing
• Performs both liver and kidney transplantations at a high level of technical difficulty
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions

Dr Ersan is a senior ophthalmic surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who has performed over 20,000 surgical procedures.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery to correct vision
• Maintains international memberships with the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ESCRS
• Researched retinal nerve fibre photography to improve glaucoma diagnosis
• Introduced iridology and complementary eye medicine seminars in Turkey
• Awarded first place by TÜBİTAK for his scientific research on the eye

Dr Vongjarukorn is a general surgeon at Intrarat Hospital who completed a prestigious visiting scholarship in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery at Fukuoka Red Cross Hospital in Japan.

• Specialises in minimally invasive surgery using small incisions for faster recovery
• Fellowship trained in laparoscopic surgery at Police General Hospital
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
• Former general and minimally invasive surgeon at Veterans General Hospital