Transplantology Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr. Subash Gupta is the chief surgeon of the Liver Transplant Department at Apollo Hospital Indraprastha. He performed India's first liver transplant on a 6-month-old infant. Dr. Gupta is the founder of the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at the Liver Centre. He treats complex diseases, including pseudosclerosing cholangitis and organ transposition in recipients.

• Developed a new liver resection method that improves donor safety during transplant operations.
• Completed six years of surgical training at Queen Elizabeth and St. James's hospitals in the UK.
• Winner of the Society of Clinical Excellence Award for achievements in surgical practice.
• Works at JCI-accredited Apollo Hospital, which houses one of Asia's largest transplant centers.

Dr Durgatosh Pandey leads complex surgical oncology cases at Artemis Hospitals. He is a founding member of both the Lung Cancer Consortium Asia and the Esophageal Cancer Consortium.

• Specialises in surgical oncology for lung and oesophageal cancers
• Trustee member of the Indian Co-operative Oncology Network
• Published multiple research papers on surgical cancer treatments
• Author of 'A Peep into Void', exploring science and philosophy
• Focuses on precise surgical removal of tumours to improve outcomes

Transplantologist

Professor Soin leads the Institute for Liver Transplantation at Medanta Hospital. He is the primary force behind one of the most successful liver transplant programmes in the region.

• Specialises in life-saving liver surgeries and donor procedures
• Focuses on complex liver transplant cases for adults and children
• Heads a specialised team at a major transplant centre
• Expert in managing high-stakes surgical interventions for liver failure

Professor Chugh is the father of nephrology in India and has performed over 6,000 successful kidney transplants at Fortis Gurgaon.

• Performed India's first kidney biopsy and kidney transplant surgery
• Vice President of the Council of Nephrologists in Sydney since 1997
• Honorary Fellow of the Royal Institution of Physicians in London
• Published 500 scientific papers in Oxford and Harvard journals
• Recognised as an Honorary Member of the American Medical Association

Dr Vidyashankar is the Chief Physician of the Organ Transplant Department at Aster CMI Hospital. He is a rare specialist who is both a nephrologist and an organ transplant surgeon.

• Leads the dedicated Organ Transplant Department at Aster CMI Hospital
• Focuses on kidney transplant procedures for patients with renal failure
• Combines medical nephrology with surgical expertise for better continuity of care
• Provides comprehensive management for complex kidney cases

Dr Jayanth Reddy is a dedicated liver transplant surgeon at Aster CMI Hospital, a leading centre for organ replacement. He focuses his entire clinical practice on liver transplants.

• Specialises exclusively in complex liver transplant surgery
• Provides personalised care plans for patients requiring organ replacement
• Practises at Aster CMI Hospital, known for its high-volume transplant department
• Focuses on precise surgical techniques for this life-saving procedure

Dr Mathew Jacob is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He leads the organ transplantation team at Aster CMI Hospital.

• Specialises in liver transplants and hepatobiliary surgery
• Performs cancer surgeries for the gallbladder, bile ducts, and pancreas
• Trained at Newcastle University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in England
• Served as a transplant specialist at St James's University Hospital
• Manages complex cases involving both organ failure and abdominal cancers

Professor Sonal Asthana is a senior transplant specialist at Aster CMI Hospital. He holds triple recognition from the British, American, and Canadian Transplant Societies for his work in organ replacement.

• Specialises in liver and kidney transplants and complex pancreatic surgery
• Performs islet cell transplantation to help manage endocrine disorders in diabetes patients
• Accredited by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons at the University of Alberta
• Trained in surgical oncology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences
• Authored over 40 scientific papers on transplant medicine and surgery

Professor Sunil Prakash heads the Nephrology and Transplantation department at BLK Super Speciality Hospital. He is a multi-award-winning specialist focused entirely on kidney transplant surgery.

• Received a prestigious grant from the International Society of Nephrology in Sydney
• Completed senior residency at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences
• Recipient of multiple 'Best Doctor' awards for clinical results
• Holds fellowships with the Indian College of Physicians and the Indian Society of Nephrology
• Member of the European and Asian Societies of Transplantation

Professor Karakayali is a distinguished senior surgeon at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital, specialising in complex abdominal and vascular procedures essential for successful transplant outcomes.

• Recognised with multiple awards for research into vascular graft safety and fistula maturation
• Trained as an observer at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic in the United States
• Specialises in laparoscopic techniques and minimally invasive surgery for faster patient recovery
• Awarded by the Turkish Society of Vascular Surgery for work on hemodialysis access
• Contributes to clinical research on bile leakage management following major organ resections

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is a highly credentialed surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus with specialist fellowships from the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

• Performs laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries for kidney-related endocrine conditions
• Specialises in surgical treatment for adrenal gland diseases and cancers
• Researched translational medicine at the University of Ottawa in Canada
• Secretary General of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Member of the Clinical Robotic Surgery Association and American College of Surgeons

Dr Osman Karli is a specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus focusing on the health and nutritional needs of children from birth through to age 18.

• Provides expert monitoring for healthy development in infants and children
• Offers specialised nutrition and breastfeeding consultancy for new mothers
• Manages newborn care and preventive medicine including immunisation programmes
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Focuses on childhood diseases and preventative health measures

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Ümran Medical Centre with a strong focus on dermato-oncology and surgical skin care.

• Specialises in the early detection and surgical management of skin cancers
• Performs surgical excision of suspicious lesions to prevent tumour spread
• Manages complex medical skin conditions including psoriasis and chronic eczema
• Trained at the Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior dermatologist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with a focus on dermato-oncology and surgical skin interventions.

• Specialises in surgical treatment of benign and malignant skin tumours
• Managed chronic conditions like psoriasis and vitiligo for decades
• Performs cosmetic rejuvenations including mesotherapy and chemical peels
• Uses laser therapies to treat vascular lesions and pigmentation scars
• Trained at the Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine