MRI of one area Doctors Abroad — Page 8

Dr. Pichai Kittipanyaworakul is an internal medicine specialist, gastroenterologist, and hepatologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He holds a diploma in gastroenterology and hepatology from the prestigious Ramathibodi Hospital. Dr. Kittipanyaworakul treats digestive tract disorders and complex liver conditions. He works at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO-certified facility that treats over 100,000 patients annually.

• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection, esophagectomy, and cholecystectomy.
• Provides diagnostic expertise in gastroscopy with biopsy, colonoscopy, and Fibroscan liver imaging.
• Manages laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and laparoscopic gallbladder removal.
• Treats patients at a hospital with 26 departments and 200 resident physicians.

Dr. Semih Ak is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He focuses on sports medicine, joint disorders, and trauma reconstruction. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Yeditepe University. Dr. Ak completed specialized residency training at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training Hospital.

• Performs ligament reconstructions, including ACL and rotator cuff repairs.
• Treats complex conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and Achilles tendon injuries.
• Manages ankle osteoarthritis and degenerative joint diseases.
• Works at a center using robotic systems for knee and spine surgery.

Dr. Kutsi Tuncer is an orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He is a prominent researcher in tendon healing and orthopedic oncology. His work focuses on biological agents that increase collagen expression during tendon repair. Dr. Tuncer treats both adults and children with complex musculoskeletal conditions.

• Specializes in stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee joint regeneration.
• Performs MAKOplasty and robotic-assisted joint replacements for high precision.
• Treats structural deformities including scoliosis and valgus conditions.
• Author of studies on improving Achilles tendon tensile strength after surgery.

Dr. Eyup Bakmaz is an orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He has performed orthopedic surgeries for over 30 years. He specializes in sports medicine, knee replacement, and hip arthroscopy. Dr. Bakmaz previously served as the Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in treating meniscus tears, hip fractures, and bone injuries.
• Performs minimally invasive arthroscopic surgeries for joints.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring Turkey's first low-dose EOS imaging system.
• Maintains a clinical focus on complex orthopedic trauma and rehabilitation.

Dr. Ozlem Ozer Chakir is a gastroenterologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She was named a Rising Star at the 10th Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Symposium. Her expertise covers complex liver diseases, Crohn's disease, and Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Chakir treats patients at Turkey's first JCI-accredited smart-and-green hospital.

• Holds certificates in bariatric endoscopy from Brazil and endoscopy from South Korea.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
• Specializes in ERCP as a member of the Turkish Society of Gastroenterology study group.
• Treats gastrointestinal polyps and ulcerative colitis using modern diagnostic tools.

Dr. Salih Murat Imer is a neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He founded and led the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital. Dr. Imer holds certifications in Gamma Knife radiosurgery and endoscopic spine surgery. He specializes in treating brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal stenosis.

• Published 68 scientific articles and contributed to 9 medical book chapters.
• Completed training at the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
• Obtained specialized training in Gamma Knife radiosurgery in Marseille, France.
• Works at a JCI-accredited "Smart-and-Green" hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Murat Atay is a breast and general surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He completed specialized training in sentinel node mapping at the MDA Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Atay also held several surgical roles at Lille University Hospital in France. He focuses on breast and thyroid surgery as well as oncological procedures.

• Performs mastectomy, lumpectomy, and lymphadenectomy.
• Treats conditions such as breast cancer and fibrocystic breast disease.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited smart hospital that treats 300,000 patients annually.
• Uses PET-MRI and mammography for precise diagnosis and monitoring.

Dr. Baran Yil is a neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Yil treats complex conditions like brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal stenosis. He specializes in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery.

• Winner of the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize.
• Served as an instructor for the skull base anatomy course series.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and AOSpine.
• Performs specialized procedures including Gamma Knife and deep brain stimulation.

Dr. Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in minimally invasive spine and brain surgery. He completed elite clinical fellowships in Germany and Israel. Dr. Akcakaya holds the European Board of Neurosurgery (EANS) certification.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and functional disorders.
• Expert in microneurosurgery for brain tumors, cysts, and nerve reconstruction.
• Winner of the Second Prize for Best Oral Presentation from the Nervous System Surgery Society.
• Serves on the scientific committee for international endoscopic spine surgery courses.

Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga is a neurosurgeon and professor at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He specializes in skull base surgery, neurovascular procedures, and spinal cord surgery. Dr. Bozbuga graduated from and completed his residency at Istanbul University Medical School.

• Expertise in neuro-oncology and complex brain tumor removal.
• Treats cerebral artery aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, and spinal stenosis.
• Performs specialized procedures including trans-sphenoidal adenomectomy and brain aneurysm repair.
• Contributed to numerous international peer-reviewed journals and scientific conferences.

Dr. Napon Sinthuvanich is an orthopedic surgeon at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in robotic-assisted knee and hip replacement surgery. Dr. Sinthuvanich uses the MAKOplasty system for increased surgical precision. He focuses on anatomical restoration using minimally invasive techniques.

• Performs total, partial, and complex revision joint replacements.
• Treats conditions like knee osteoarthritis, hip fractures, and coxarthrosis.
• Completed specialized training in adult hip and knee reconstructive surgery.
• Practices at KDMS Hospital, Thailand's first AACI-accredited dedicated orthopedic facility.

Dr. Thongchai Theerajumyaporn is an orthopedic surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in robotic-assisted spine surgery and joint reconstruction. Dr. Thongchai completed intensive fellowships in spine and joint surgery at UC Davis, California. He is a member of the Royal College of Orthopedic Surgeons of Thailand.

• Certified in robotic spine surgery at the Florida Hospital Nicholson Center.
• Uses PRP and stem cell therapy for musculoskeletal conditions.
• Treats adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and complex pediatric spine deformities.
• Performs total disc replacements and minimally invasive spine procedures.
• Published research on bone morphogenetic proteins and spinal screw placement.

Dr. Kodchanut Litleaungdej is a hematologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. She specializes in the treatment of leukemia, myeloma, and complex lymphomas. Dr. Litleaungdej co-authored a clinical risk prediction model for cancer-associated venous thromboembolism. She graduated with second-class honors from Naresuan University before completing a hematology fellowship at Thammasat University.

• Performs bone marrow transplantation and CAR T-cell therapy.
• Treats blood disorders including aplastic anemia and thrombocytopenia.
• Provides chemotherapy and biological therapy for hematologic malignancies.
• Works at ISO-certified Intrarat Hospital, which treats 100,000 patients annually.