Endometriosis Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr Saadet Unsal is a senior obstetrician and gynaecologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with over 20 years of clinical training and practice.

• Trained at the Ankara Etlik Maternity and Gynaecology Education and Research Hospital
• Specialises in managing hormonal health and gynaecological conditions via evidence-based protocols
• Published researcher in SCI-indexed journals focusing on women's health and symptom management
• Graduated from the prestigious Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Lan Kerdpol is an Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) specialist with 29 years of clinical experience. Dr. Kerdpol practices at Navamin9 Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. Languages: English and Thai.

Education: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Faculty of Medicine, Mahidol University.

Accreditation: Diploma of the Thai Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Thai Medical Council.

Dr. Sitanan Panunumpa is a reproductive medicine specialist and the medical director of Siam Fertility at Kaset-Nawamin.

Credentials: M.D. (Khon Kaen University). Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Khon Kaen Hospital). Board-certified in Reproductive Medicine (Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital). Master’s in Biotechnology of Human Assisted Reproduction and Embryology (IVI-University of Valencia, ADEIT). Member of ASRM, ESHRE, and ASPIRE.

Clinical activity: Performs over 300 IVF/ICSI-ET/FET cycles per year. Performs over 200 gynecologic laparoscopic surgeries per year. Experience includes Siam Fertility at Kaset-Nawamin (2022-2026), Siam Fertility at Phayathai (2021-2022), Synphat-Seriruk (2019-2022), and OB-GYN at Sikarin Hospital (2013-2017).

Prof. Mesut Polat, MD. Obstetrics and Gynecology; Gynecologic Oncology. Expertise: gynecologic oncology; advanced and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery; high‑risk obstetrics; placenta accreta spectrum; medical and surgical management of postpartum hemorrhage.

Professor at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital (2019–2025). Former obstetrics and gynecology specialist at Istanbul Medeniyet University Göztepe and Zeynep Kamil Hospitals. Administrative lead at Zeynep Kamil (2015–2016). Teaches undergraduate and postgraduate students. Co‑supervised theses in 2016. Member of the Turkish Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Author of 19 international peer‑reviewed papers indexed in SCI, SCI‑Expanded, and SSCI. Topics include cesarean myomectomy, frozen section in endometrial cancer, urinary outcomes after hysterectomy, placenta percreta, and tamoxifen‑related uterine sarcoma. Presented at international congresses in 2016 and national congresses in 2015–2016. Awards include Certificates of Appreciation from the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Health (2015, 2016).

Dr. Kim Chang-il is a specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is the Director of the Robotic Surgery Center and the Uterine Fibroid Center at Naeun Hospital. He specializes in robotic laparoscopy and uterine and ovarian preservation. He treats severe adenomyosis, large uterine fibroids, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, chronic pelvic pain, urinary incontinence, and menopause.

Former roles include Head of OB/GYN at Pohang St. Mary’s Hospital; Deputy Director of Gynecology at Dongtan Jeil Hospital; Head of Gynecology at Geomdan Top Hospital; and Head of OB/GYN at His Medi Hospital.

He is a full member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Korean Society of Gynecologic Endoscopy & Minimally Invasive Surgery, the Korean Society of Endometriosis, the Korean Society of Gynecologic Oncology, the Korean Pelvic Nerve Research Society, and the Korean Society of Menopause. He is a lifetime member of the Korean Society of Single-Port Surgery.

Department of Gynecology

YEJI LEE

• Education/Academic career
• Master of Science, Seoul National University Department of Biomedical Sciences
• Internship, Seoul National University Hospital
• Residency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University Hospital
• Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University Hospital
• Chief Director, Injung Hospital
• Treating international patients in Raphael Clinic
• Professional memberships
• Member, Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Member, Korean Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Member, Korean Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine
• Member, Doctors without Borders
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• [Thesis]
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• 1. MR elastography for noninvasive assessment of hepatic fibrosis: experience from a tertiary center in Asia BH Kim, JM Lee, YJ Lee, KB Lee, KS Suh, JK Han, BI Choi Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging 34 (5), 11101116 126 2011
• 2 .MR elastography for noninvasive assessment of hepatic fibrosis: reproducibility of the examination and reproducibility and repeatability of the liver stiffness value measurement YJ Lee, JM Lee, JE Lee, KB Lee, ES Lee, JH Yoon, MH Yu, JH Baek, ... Journal of magnetic resonance imaging 39 (2), 326331 110 2014
• 3. An artificial intelligence electrocardiogram analysis for detecting cardiomyopathy in the peripartum period Y Lee, B Choi, MS Lee, U Jin, S Yoon, YY Jo, J Kwon International Journal of Cardiology 352, 7277 14 2022
• 4. Analysis of falsely elevated risk of ovarian malignancy algorithm in women with ovarian endometrioma JJ Shin, YJ Lee, R Kim, DY Lee, KH Won, BC Jee Obstetrics & Gynecology Science 59 (4), 295 5 2016

Dr. Do‑young Jeong is an obstetrician‑gynecologist focused on minimally invasive, single‑port, and robotic surgery. Dr. Jeong completed an internship at Seoul National University Hospital. Dr. Jeong completed residency and graduate training at Korea University. Dr. Jeong then completed a fellowship in gynecologic oncology at the National Cancer Center, focusing on uterine and ovarian disease. Dr. Jeong served as director and chief medical officer at MizMedi Hospital and Incheon Sejong Hospital. Dr. Jeong later served as vice president at Dongtan Jeil Hospital. Dr. Jeong is a Clinical Professor at Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong and an Adjunct Professor at Korea University. Dr. Jeong also serves on expert committees for KSGO, MOHW, MFDS, and KHIDI.

Professional memberships include the Korean societies for obstetrics and gynecology, gynecologic endoscopy, gynecologic robotic surgery, and reproductive medicine, as well as ISUOG. Dr. Jeong holds patents for single‑port surgical devices, including a camera, access ring, and irrigation system. Honors include the Korea University Outstanding Resident Award and the KSGE Best Poster Award. Dr. Jeong was first author of SCI‑indexed papers in 2013 and 2014. From 2023 to 2025, Dr. Jeong led studies on da Vinci SP myomectomy and hysterectomy, and on HIFU.

Dr Praewfun Surachai is a specialist gynaecologist currently undertaking fellowship training in reproductive medicine at Ramathibodi Hospital.

• Specialises in gynaecology and reproductive medicine for fertility-related cases
• Presented research at the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) World Congress
• Lectured at Pranangklao Hospital, training the next generation of medical professionals
• Awarded for outstanding teaching performance during surgical residency at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Focuses on hormone-related health as a presenter for menopause academic conferences

Dr Asiye Uzun is a specialist in gynaecological surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, focusing on restoring fertility and managing pelvic pain.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive approach using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Certified in operative hysteroscopy to treat uterine issues without external cuts
• Holds advanced certification in IVF and reproductive treatments to support patients with endometriosis-related infertility
• Published researcher on the effectiveness of laparoscopy versus conventional surgical methods

Dr Derya Kanza Gul is a specialist in obstetrics and gynaecology at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital. She brings University-level expertise to managing complex female reproductive health concerns.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – a premier Turkish medical institution
• Focuses on surgical and medical management of gynaecological conditions
• Provides care at a leading University hospital known for treating complex cases
• Experienced in multi-disciplinary clinical settings including state and private hospital environments

Professor Doga Seckin holds a European Board certification in endometriosis surgery from IRCAD France, one of the world's most prestigious surgical institutes.

• Specialises in laparoscopic endometriosis surgery to remove lesions while preserving fertility
• Performs hysteroscopic operations for abnormal uterine growths with no external incisions
• Treats complex adenomyosis, a condition where tissue grows into the uterine wall
• Member of the European Society of Gynecological Endoscopy
• Former Associate Professor at Istanbul Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital

Professor Sismanoglu is a reproductive surgery specialist and Assistant Professor at Istanbul Altinbas University. He focuses on cases where endometriosis affects fertility and family planning.

• Specialises in gynecological endoscopy to remove endometrial tissue with small incisions
• Performs infertility surgery to help patients conceive naturally or via IVF
• Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology
• Lectures at the Medical Faculty to train the next generation of gynaecologists
• Published over 20 research papers on reproductive endocrinology and surgery