Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 30

Dr Azer is a specialised plastic surgeon at Surprise Experts Clinic with extensive training from the Plastic Surgery Department at Bezmialem Foundation University.

• Specialises in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures including rhinoplasty and breast augmentation
• Performs body contouring surgery such as liposuction, abdominoplasty, and Brazilian Butt Lifts
• Expertise in facial rejuvenation through facelifts, neck lifts, and blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery)
• Provides functional and reconstructive solutions through hand surgery and otoplasty (ear surgery)
• Trained at Azerbaijan Medical University before completing five years of dedicated surgical residency

Professor Jagannath Kulkarni is a senior surgical oncologist at Manipal Goa Hospital. He holds a prestigious fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons in London.

• Specialises in thyroidectomy to remove thyroid tumours while protecting vocal cords
• Performs flexible robotic surgery for high precision and smaller incisions
• Performs the Whipple procedure – a complex surgery for pancreatic cancer
• Expert in appendectomies and general oncology-related surgical cases
• Regularly invited as a guest speaker at international surgical conferences

Professor Abut Kebudi is a specialist in oncological surgery at Istanbul Okan University Hospital. He holds a European Board of Surgery certificate and the European-Asian Breast Society membership.

• Trained in laparoscopic and oncological surgery at the University of California, Los Angeles
• Certified in oncoplastic breast surgery by the European Breast Cancer Centre in Germany
• Uses breast-saving techniques – combines tumour removal with plastic surgery for better cosmetic results
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and author of 250 scientific papers

Professor Mohammed Rela holds a Guinness World Record for the youngest ever liver transplant and is widely recognised as a global leader in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery.

• Completed 4,000+ liver transplants with an exceptional 95% success rate
• Pioneered split liver transplants – allowing one donor organ to help two different patients
• Specialises in paediatric surgery and high-risk cases for children and adults
• Contributed to 500+ scientific publications on liver and pancreatic surgical techniques
• Leads the Rela Institute & Medical Centre as a top specialist in India

Professor Sonal Asthana is a senior transplant specialist at Aster CMI Hospital. He is one of the few surgeons performing islet cell transplants for patients with diabetes.

• Specialises in surgical treatment of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas
• Completed a clinical fellowship with the American Society of Transplant Surgeons
• Trained in surgical oncology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences
• Received awards for research from British, American, and Canadian transplant societies
• Published over 40 scientific papers on transplant medicine and surgery

Dr Ayhan Arslan is a founding chief physician at Private Optimed Hospital with a background in trauma care and emergency surgery. He played a critical role in military medical service and disaster relief in Istanbul.

• Specialises in general surgery and emergency trauma interventions
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and Tekirdağ Medical Chamber
• Trained at the SSK Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on precision across both routine and complex surgical cases

Ilkay Kirkac is the Head of the Urology Department at Private Optimed Hospital. He pioneered closed kidney stone surgery at the facility, introducing this specialised technique to the clinic's surgical repertoire.

• Specialises in minimally invasive keyhole surgery for kidney stones
• Graduated from Turkey's prestigious Hacettepe University Medical Faculty
• Previously served at Ankara Diskapi Training Hospital
• Focuses on surgical urology and modern stone removal techniques

Dr Tahir Saricam is a senior specialist at Private Optimed Hospital with a background in military medical trauma and surgical care.

• Earned his medical degree from the prestigious GATA Military Medical Academy
• Completed formal general surgery specialisation at the Military Medical Academy
• Served as a dedicated surgeon at the Girne and Corlu Military Hospitals
• Focuses on general surgical procedures within a multi-specialty hospital setting

Dr Isa Kaman leads gastrointestinal and abdominal surgery at Private Optimed Hospital. He focuses on complex cases involving the stomach, gallbladder, and pancreas.

• Treats stomach diseases, pancreatic cancer, and gastrointestinal infections
• Performs surgical interventions for obesity and gallbladder stones
• Trained at Istanbul University Medicine Faculty in general surgery
• Member of The Turkish Surgeons Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Former surgical specialist at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital