Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 20

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin is a board-certified general surgeon at the JCI-accredited Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He specialises in complex abdominal wall reconstructions and metabolic surgery.

• Performs both open and minimally invasive repairs for umbilical, inguinal, and hiatal hernias
• Expert in colorectal procedures including colectomies and complex hemorrhoid treatments
• Focuses on endocrine surgery, specifically thyroid procedures and pancreatic cyst evaluations
• Member of the Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery and the Society of Endocrine Surgery

Professor Bekar is a thoracic surgery specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He focuses on surgical interventions for lung cancer and complex chest wall conditions.

• Specialises in surgical management of bronchiectasis and emphysema
• Performs surgical treatments for hydatid cysts and diaphragm diseases
• Expert in treating pneumothorax and excessive armpit sweating
• Diagnoses and manages pleural effusion through surgical intervention
• Member of the Turkish Lung Cancer Society

Dr. Siripong Lakkhanawong is a specialist in plastic and general surgery at Somchai Clinic in Bangkok. He has treated over 25 years of medical cases with a focus on surgical safety. He performs a wide range of aesthetic procedures, including facial rejuvenation and body contouring. Dr. Lakkhanawong also holds expertise in family medicine to support overall patient health.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, deep plane facelifts, and breast augmentation surgeries.
• Performs complex body contouring like tummy tucks and 360 liposuction.
• Treats various surgical conditions, including hernias and salivary gland tumors.
• Works at Somchai Clinic, which serves 10,000 patients annually in Thailand.

Associate Professor Zulfu Sertkaya is a specialist urologist who earned the prestigious FEBU title from the European Association of Urology – a rare achievement in male health surgery.

• Specialises in andrology, focusing on male reproductive health and surgical aesthetics
• Founder of Andro Expertise Men's Health and Aesthetics Center in Istanbul
• Trained alongside world-leading andrology professors to master complex surgical interventions
• Performs specialised male health procedures including inguinal hernia and vasectomy surgery

Associate Professor Cemal Kara is a pioneer in general surgery who has performed over 6,200 procedures. He even invented and patented his own laparoscopic surgical instrument to improve precision in the operating theatre.

• Specialises in minimally invasive bariatric and weight-loss surgeries
• Holds a Certificate of Surgical Competence from the Turkish Surgical Association
• Performs laparoscopic hernia repairs and gallbladder removals using his patented tools
• Member of the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association

Dr Yasin Kulaksiz is a specialist otorhinolaryngologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, focusing on both functional and cosmetic head and neck surgery.

• Specialises in primary and revision rhinoplasty to improve nasal aesthetics and airflow
• Performs endoscopic sinus surgery using minimally invasive cameras for faster recovery
• Expert in cochlear implant placement and complex ear surgeries like tympanoplasty
• Provides surgical treatments for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea
• Member of the European Rhinologic Society and Turkish Society of ENT-HNS

Associate Professor Burak Özkan is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS) at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital. He specialises in complex microsurgery, including intricate nerve and tissue repairs.

• Focuses on breast reconstruction after cancer and oncoplastic surgery
• Underwent specialised international training in Japan, Belgium, and South Korea
• Recipient of the ISBI Professor Aikawa Young Investigator Prize for burn injury research
• Expert in lymphedema surgery and maxillofacial reconstruction for facial trauma and fractures

Dr Eren Pera is a specialist Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon who founded Hospitaprime Clinic. He trained at the reputed Hacettepe University and Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry.

• Performed intensive rotations in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Gained specialist surgical experience at Koru Hospital and Memorial Hospital
• Focuses on surgical procedures involving the mouth, jaw, and face
• Completed medical rotations in anaesthesiology and emergency medicine

Dr Ozden Gul is a Belgian-born general surgeon who trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty. She leads surgical cases at Umran Tip Merkezi with a focus on minimally invasive techniques.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery for faster recovery and minimal scarring
• Treats gallbladder diseases, hernias, and gastrointestinal disorders
• Performs endocrine surgery on thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Manages surgical treatment for both benign and malignant breast diseases
• Highly experienced in managing acute trauma and emergency surgical conditions

Professor Karacaoglan is a Ministry of Health certified expert who has performed over 1,100 successful procedures at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Named among the 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle magazines
• Completed a specialist fellowship at the Breast Surgery Center in Portland, USA
• Specialises in reconstructive techniques for keloid scars, facial surgery, and liposuction
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)