CT (computer tomography) Doctors Abroad — Page 20

Dr. Wutthiphong Wilaiwarangkun is a neurologist licensed by the Medical Council of Thailand (licence ว.49590). He works at the Neuro Med Clinic, Pacific Garden Hospital in Sriracha, Chonburi. He provides consultation, diagnosis, and long-term care for neurological disorders.

He earned his M.D. from Walailak University. He holds the Diploma of the Thai Board of Neurology from Rajavithi Hospital, part of the Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health. Rajavithi Hospital is an accredited tertiary referral centre. It manages a high volume of cases in cerebrovascular disease, epilepsy, neurodegenerative disorders, and neuromuscular conditions from across Thailand.

He previously served as a neurology specialist at Satun Hospital. His work covered acute stroke, emergency neurology, and inpatient and outpatient care. He brings broad provincial experience to his current practice.

Professor Kim Ki-bong specializes in CABG, valve surgery, atrial fibrillation, and heart transplantation. He is Director of the Cardiac Surgery and Cardiovascular Centers at Myongji Hospital. He pioneered advanced coronary bypass in Korea. He has extensive OPCAB experience and works on the TECAB team using the da Vinci Xi.

In 2025, his team performed Korea’s first totally endoscopic CABG without cardiopulmonary bypass. In August 2026, they achieved the nation’s first multivessel TECAB.

He is former Chair of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery at Seoul National University College of Medicine. He is also former Chief of the same department at Seoul National University Hospital. He serves on the Editorial Board of The Annals of Thoracic Surgery. He is a member of AATS, STS, and EACTS. He is a past President of the Korean Societies of Coronary Artery Surgery, Surgical Treatment of Arrhythmias, and Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. His research includes 130+ international and 140+ Korean papers. He has given 80+ international and 80+ Korean lectures. He earned his MD, Master’s, and PhD at Seoul National University.

Dr. Kim Jin Gu is a Korean orthopedic surgeon who specializes in knee surgery and sports medicine. He is the Medical Director and the Sports Medicine Center Director at Myongji Hospital. His main areas are ACL reconstruction, meniscus surgery and transplantation, knee arthroscopy, and knee replacement. He offers pre‑treatment online consultations for international patients.

In 2022 he surpassed 3,000 ACL reconstructions over more than 25 years of practice. He trained at the University of Pittsburgh. He introduced advanced ACL techniques. His team uses the CUVIS Joint robot for precise knee replacement. He serves as Vice President of the Korean Society of Sports Medicine. He is a council member of the Korean Knee Society and the Korean Arthroscopy Society. He serves on the editorial boards of the American Journal of Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy and Orthopedic Sports Medicine. His awards include Best Paper and Most Cited (Korean Knee Society), Best Paper (Korean Arthroscopy Society), and Best Doctor (Korean Athletic Trainers Association). He earned his MD from Seoul National University. He completed his MS and PhD at Inje University. He is the lead author of Knee Arthroscopy—Up‑to‑Date Guide (Springer).

Professor Park Jung-won is a leading Korean specialist in hepatocellular carcinoma with over 30 years of experience. He is the Director of the Liver and Liver Cancer Center and the Integrated Cancer Care Center at Myongji Hospital. He led Korea’s first HCC guidelines in 2003. He has also overseen their updates for about 20 years. His team validated proton beam radiotherapy for liver cancer, as published in the Journal of Hepatology. He has authored more than 200 SCI-indexed papers. He also helped lead global trials, including the 2025 CheckMate 9DW study, which showed improved outcomes with nivolumab plus ipilimumab for unresectable HCC.

MD/PhD, Seoul National University; Member, National Academy of Medicine of Korea; former President, Korean Liver Cancer Association; Chair, Korean HCC Guidelines Committee; Prime Minister’s and Health Minister’s commendations; Pfizer Medical Research Award and Roche Oncology Academic Award.

Dr. Nevit Dilmen is a Consultant Radiologist with over 30 years of experience. He is a pioneer in AI-driven imaging. He developed the Color MRI method. He also created open-source tools (Osirix Color MRI) that convert grayscale MRI into color-coded series. This speeds up and improves clinical interpretation.

Expertise: advanced MRI, MR angiography, Color MRI. Current role: Radiology Specialist, Neolife Medical Center (2025–present). Previous roles: Chief Physician and Radiology Specialist, NB Kadıköy Hospital (2024–2025); Managing Director and Radiologist, Sonomed Medical Imaging Center (2015–2024).

Education: MD (1990) and radiology specialization, Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. Publications: two books, numerous peer-reviewed articles, and major conference presentations. Editor of an early comprehensive Turkish book on AI in healthcare. Award: Creative Physician of the Year (Turkey, 2018).

Dr. Lecturer Omer Faruk Akkaya is a neurologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in stroke management and cerebral palsy treatment. Dr. Akkaya previously served as the Deputy Chief Physician at VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital. He provides care for complex neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.

• Expert in epilepsy diagnosis using EEG and specialized neurological treatments.
• Treats muscle and nerve diseases, vertigo, and restless leg syndrome.
• Practices at a clinic treats 280,000 patients annually using modern techniques.
• Works at a facility holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Yang Se Yeon is a neurosurgeon and Head of the Department of Neurosurgery at Naeun Hospital. He specializes in cerebral infarction, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral aneurysm, moyamoya disease, carotid artery stenosis, vascular dizziness, and head trauma.

He graduated from The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine. He also earned a Master’s in Medicine there. He completed an internship and a neurosurgery residency at Catholic Medical Center. He then completed a clinical fellowship and served as a clinical assistant professor at Uijeongbu St. Mary’s Hospital.

He has served as a staff neurosurgeon at the Northern Gyeonggi Regional Trauma Center. He was also Head of Neurosurgery at G-SAM Hospital.

Dr. Hasan Kalkan is an orthopedic surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery and total joint replacements for the knee, hip, and shoulder. Dr. Kalkan graduated from the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He treats complex musculoskeletal issues, including ligament tears and bone fractures.

• Performs anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and arthroscopic meniscectomy.
• Surgical expert in correcting valgus deformity and hallux valgus (toe deformity).
• Performs soft tissue tumor mass excision and trauma surgery.
• Works at a facility that uses robotic-assisted techniques for faster recovery.

The doctor is a highly trained cardiologist with extensive clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex cardiovascular conditions. The doctor's professional focus includes the treatment of hypertension, cardiovascular occlusion, heart failure, and heart rhythm disorders. Additionally, the doctor is skilled in addressing high cholesterol and managing congenital heart disease.

The doctor completed medical training at Azerbaijan Medical University and subsequently underwent specialized cardiology training at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, spanning from 2017 to 2023. Through this rigorous academic and clinical background, the doctor provides comprehensive care for patients with diverse cardiac health needs.

The doctor is a highly skilled neurosurgeon with extensive expertise in complex cranial and spinal procedures. Clinical focus areas include the surgical management of brain tumors, aneurysms, and pituitary conditions. Furthermore, the doctor specializes in advanced spine surgery, addressing waist, neck, and back hernias, as well as the treatment of spinal tumors and fractures.

In addition to cranial and spinal care, the doctor is proficient in peripheral nerve surgery. With a comprehensive background in neurosurgical interventions, the doctor provides specialized care for patients requiring intricate surgical solutions for neurological and orthopedic conditions.

The doctor specializes in advanced neurosurgical and orthopedic procedures, with a primary clinical focus on micro-surgical treatments for lumbar and cervical disc herniations. Extensive expertise includes the surgical management of scoliosis, brain and spine tumors, and spinal fractures.

Furthermore, the doctor is highly experienced in performing complex interventions for spinal canal narrowing and lumbar spondylolisthesis, utilizing precision techniques to address degenerative spinal conditions and restore patient mobility.

The doctor specializes in advanced spinal procedures, with a primary clinical focus on endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery. Expertise includes the surgical management of complex spine fractures and the performance of minimally invasive surgical techniques for both cervical and lumbar herniations.

The doctor is an experienced radiologist with an extensive clinical background spanning multiple medical institutions. Professional tenure includes positions at the Kayseri Erciyes University Radiology Clinic and Kayseri State Hospital, as well as roles at various private medical centers, including the Academy Medical Center, Anaclinic Medical Center, and Liman Hospital Radiology Clinic.

With a career focused on diagnostic imaging, the doctor has provided radiological services at the Samsun Private Midiliv Medical Center and most recently at the Samsun Büyük Anadolu Hospital. The doctor possesses comprehensive expertise in clinical radiology, contributing to diagnostic accuracy and patient care across diverse healthcare settings.

The doctor is a highly versatile radiologist with extensive expertise across a broad spectrum of diagnostic and interventional imaging modalities. Clinical proficiency includes abdomen, Doppler, obstetric, breast, musculoskeletal, pediatric, and neuroradiology, ensuring comprehensive diagnostic support for diverse patient populations.

In addition to diagnostic imaging, the doctor is skilled in performing nonvascular interventional procedures, providing minimally invasive solutions to complex clinical conditions. This multidisciplinary approach allows for precise diagnostic accuracy and effective therapeutic intervention across various medical specialties.

The doctor is a medical specialist with expertise in their field. They are dedicated to providing high-quality clinical care and maintaining professional standards in medical practice.