Basic check-up Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Dr. Ratanapunt Incharoensakdi is a pioneering cardiologist at Longa Heart Health Medical Center. He founded Thailand’s first specialized heart center at Bangkok Hospital in 1988. He specializes in non-invasive heart disease treatments and regenerative stem cell therapies. Dr. Ratanapunt has successfully cared for over 5,000 patients throughout his career.

• Trained in cardiology at Kyoto University and the University of Hamburg.
• Introduced non-invasive cardiac rehabilitation and holistic revitalization to Thailand.
• Treats complex conditions like heart failure and coronary artery disease.
• Expert in stem cell therapy for heart disease and pulmonary hypertension.

Dr. Cheon Won Seok is the Director of Gastroenterology at Naeun Hospital in Incheon. He is a recognized medical advisor for major South Korean networks like KBS and MBC. Dr. Cheon is a board-certified subspecialist in gastrointestinal endoscopy. He works at a KOIHA-accredited facility that treats 20,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for gastric and esophageal cancers.
• Treats inflammatory bowel diseases including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
• Expert in small-bowel capsule endoscopy and Helicobacter pylori infection management.
• Life member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Dr. Ayse Kubat Uzum is an endocrinologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She serves as Vice President of the Turkish Society of Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases. Dr. Uzum specializes in treating diabetes, thyroid nodules, and pituitary gland disorders. She conducts research on metabolic parameters following gastric bypass surgery.

• Earned awards for clinical research at the National Diabetes Congress.
• Treats complex conditions like autoimmune thyroiditis and adrenal adenomas.
• Member of the European Society of Endocrinology and the Endocrine Society.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Mehmet Yigit is an internal medicine specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He treats chronic conditions like diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and hypertension. Dr. Yigit also manages gastrointestinal disorders and connective tissue diseases. He graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in complex thyroid diseases and hypertension management.
• Treats digestive issues including gastritis and irritable bowel syndrome.
• Served as Assistant Chief Physician at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus.
• Held pharmaceutical leadership roles at Recordati, AbbVie, and Novo Nordisk.

Dr. Pichayanith Sroysuwan is a physician at Harmony Life Center in Bangkok. He holds dual certification from the American Board of Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine. He specializes in personalized wellness, stem cell therapy, and restorative medicine. Dr. Sroysuwan has completed over 63,000 procedures throughout his career.

• Certified by the American Board of Laser Surgery.
• Treats chronic conditions using NAD+ therapy, chelation, and ozone therapy.
• Performs regenerative treatments for knee osteoarthritis and stroke rehabilitation.
• Trained in aesthetic dermatology and botulinum toxin rejuvenation.

Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.

• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards.
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• Provides expert treatment for complex mitral valve repair and carotid artery surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and edited a major vascular surgery textbook.

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. Natthaphon Suwan is a regenerative medicine specialist at Harmony Life Center in Bangkok. He is certified by the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM). Dr. Suwan specializes in longevity health, stem cell therapy, and hormonal health. He treats patients at Harmony Life Center, which helps over 1,500 people annually.

• Performs IV therapies for detoxification, nutrition, and skin rejuvenation.
• Provides stem cell therapy for facial aesthetics, joint health, and whole-body wellness.
• Specializes in male hormone evaluation and testosterone replacement therapy.
• Conducts genetic cancer risk screening and NK cell therapy.

Dr. Kubilay Ukinc is an endocrinologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in diabetes, thyroid disorders, and metabolic diseases. He treats complex hormone-related conditions including adrenal and pituitary diseases. Dr. Ukinc provides care for both male and female reproductive hormone imbalances.

• Specializes in obesity management and hypertension.
• Treats autoimmune thyroiditis and parathyroid diseases.
• Expertise in managing low blood sugar conditions.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

Dr. Ertugrul Okuyan is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating structural heart disease and complex valve disorders. Dr. Okuyan serves as the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology. He is also a member of the European Society of Cardiology.

• Performs non-surgical valve repairs including MitraClip and TriClip procedures.
• Treats arterial blockages and aneurysms using balloon and stent interventions.
• Former president of the Turkic World Cardiology Association.
• Faculty member at the Istanbul Medipol University School of Medicine.

Dr. Eren Eroglu is a general practitioner and check-up specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus. He is a member of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Eroglu completed an emergency career study at NYU Medical Center. He provides comprehensive health screenings and sports physiology assessments for international patients. His practice focuses on preventative medicine and healthy life programs.

• Member of the World Organization of Family Doctors (WONCA).
• Served as the Director of the Emergency Department at German Hospital.
• Advises the Anti-Doping Boards for the Turkish Football and Basketball Federations.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, which holds ISO 9001 quality certification.

Dr. Sercan Yilmaz is a urological surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in laser prostate surgeries and robotic procedures. Dr. Yilmaz is a member of the American Urological Association. He treats complex conditions like prostatic hyperplasia and urethral stenosis.

• Performs HoLEP and ThuFLEP laser prostate surgeries.
• Expertise includes robotic transperineal prostate MRI and ultrasound fusion biopsy.
• Sits on the boards of the European Society of Urology and the Society of Endourology.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a recognized robotic surgery center of excellence.

Dr. Ozkan Bekler has performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and structural heart procedures. Dr. Bekler focuses on bifurcation stenting and chronic total occlusions using intravascular imaging. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

• Completed over 700 pacemaker implantations alongside ICD and CRT therapy.
• Performs structural procedures including TAVI, ASD closure, and mitral balloon valvuloplasty.
• Treats peripheral artery diseases using balloon and stent techniques.
• Expert in radiofrequency ablation and 3D mapping for heart rhythm disorders.

Dr. Asim Enhos is a cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart disease, cholesterol management, and complex aortic conditions. Dr. Enhos previously served as an Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for advanced interventional radiology.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise includes carotid angioplasty, stenting, and aneurysm coiling.
• Treats coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, and mitral stenosis.
• Provides specialized care for pulmonary hypertension and dilated cardiomyopathy.

Dr. Selcuk Silay is a pediatric urologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He won the Crystal Matula Award as European Academician of the Year. He specializes in robot-assisted surgery for complex urological conditions in children.

• Performed over 100 pediatric robotic surgeries.
• Completed over 300 pediatric laparoscopic and 300 closed kidney stone surgeries.
• Trained in pediatric robotic surgery at Texas Children's Hospital, USA.
• Former Head of Pediatric Urology at Istanbul Medeniyet University.