Distal Pancreatectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Associate Professor Mehmet Akif Aydin is a specialist general surgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He balances senior academic roles with active surgical practice to stay atop the latest evidence-based care.

• Specialises in endocrine surgery involving hormone-producing glands like the pancreas
• Trained at the Ministry of Health Goztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Society and the Society of Endocrine Surgery
• Focuses on metabolic surgery and gastrointestinal care within general surgery

The doctor is an accomplished oncosurgeon with extensive experience in urology. As the Head of the Samsung Department of Urology, the doctor has led numerous innovative surgical procedures and contributed to significant advancements in the field. The doctor is recognized for expertise in minimally invasive techniques and has been instrumental in developing new protocols for cancer treatment. The doctor is highly regarded for a commitment to patient care and has received multiple accolades for contributions to medical research and education.

Professor Dong Wook Choi is a specialist in hepato-biliary pancreatic surgery at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's premier hospitals.

• Completed a surgical fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh in the United States
• Specialises in oncological procedures for the liver and pancreas
• Focuses on distal pancreatectomy to remove tumours from the pancreas tail and body
• Trained at the prestigious Seoul National University College of Medicine
• Member of the International Association of Hepato Biliary Pancreatic Surgery

Professor Volkan Kinas is an oncological surgery specialist at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals focusing on high-stakes pancreatic and bile duct procedures.

• Specialises in complex cancer surgery for the pancreas and gastrointestinal tract
• Focuses on oncological precision to ensure clear margins during tumour removal
• Performs both bariatric and metabolic surgeries for patients with diverse health needs
• Treats cases involving gastric, colon, and thyroid cancers alongside pancreatic care

Dr. Jong Kyun Lee is a gastroenterologist at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul. He focuses on pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder cancers. Dr. Lee serves as a professor and treats complex conditions like pancreatitis and gallstones. He completed medical training at Seoul National University and the University of California.

• Performs specialized procedures including Whipple surgery and distal pancreatectomy.
• Maintains membership in the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
• Treats patients at a clinic ranked among the World's Best Smart Hospitals by Newsweek.
• Member of the Korean Pancreatobiliary Association and the Society of Gastroenterology.

Professor Lee, Kyu Taek is a senior specialist at Samsung Medical Center who completed his advanced medical training at the Stanford University School of Medicine in the United States.

• Specialises in oncological gastroenterology with a focus on pancreatic and bile duct cancers
• Expertise in both distal pancreatectomy and complex Whipple surgery
• Completed clinical training at the Kyoto Second Red Cross Hospital in Japan
• Professor of Gastroenterology contributing to the latest surgical protocols in South Korea
• Member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Dr. Cevper Ersoz is a urologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological cancers. Dr. Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU). He completed an observership in urologic surgery at the University of Michigan, USA.

• Author of over 130 national and international peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Treats benign prostate hyperplasia using HoLEP, TuLEP, and Rezum techniques.
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for stone diseases, including PCNL and URS.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses the da Vinci robotic system.

Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atış is a professor of urological surgery at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the Secretary General of the Endourology Society. Dr. Atış trained in robotic urology at the Heidelberg University Heilbronn Clinic. He specializes in genitourinary reconstruction and urological oncology.

• Published over 100 articles in international and peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).
• Treats complex conditions including pediatric urolithiasis, urethral strictures, and Peyronie's disease.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acıbadem, which utilizes the da Vinci robotic system.

Dr Emir Nekay is a specialist general surgeon at Biruni University Hospital who focuses on complex abdominal procedures. He holds a specific membership with the Turkish Hepatobiliary Surgery Association.

• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
• Expertise includes surgical management of the pancreas, gallbladder, and liver
• Focuses on precise hepatobiliary interventions for both elective and emergency cases

Dr. Mustafa Ondzhel is a professor of oncosurgery and proctology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He spent five years as a practicing surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic in the USA. Dr. Ondzhel specializes in treating bowel cancer and complex rectal disorders. He is a founder of the Eurasian Colorectal Technologies Association.

• Holds a proctology qualification certificate from the European Commission on Coloproctology.
• Received the Most Successful Scientist of the Year award in the healthcare category.
• Performs Whipple surgery and distal pancreatectomy for gastrointestinal cancers.
• Confirmed as an Official International Fellow of the American Society of Colorectal Surgeons.

Dr. Shaunak Valame is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He specializes in the molecular basis of cancer and targeted therapies. Dr. Valame completed his DNB training in medical oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital. He previously served as a registrar at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital.

• Presented stomach cancer research at the ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium in San Francisco.
• Expert in chemotherapy and targeted therapy for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers.
• Treats various solid tumors, pediatric cancers, and hematological malignancies.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients annually.