Distal Pancreatectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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.

Education

Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine (1991)

KTÜ Faculty of Medicine Farabi Hospital (Specialization.1998)

Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine (Laparoscopic Surgery Training, 2002)

Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine (Laparoscopic Antireflux Surgery Training, 2006)

Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (General Surgery Clinic Advance Laparoscopic Surgery, Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery, Morbid Obesity and Oncological Cancer Surgery Training, 2010i)

Professor Selin Kapan is a senior surgical leader at Istinye University, providing expert care for complex hepato-pancreato-biliary conditions.

• Member of the Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
• Authored over 50 scientific publications on gastrointestinal and abdominal surgery
• Held senior educational supervisor roles at major Turkish training and research hospitals
• Professor of General Surgery at Istanbul Aydın University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes laparoscopic techniques for liver and spleen pathology

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.

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 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

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. Dong Wook Choi is a professor and hepato-biliary pancreatic surgery specialist at Samsung Medical Center. He completed a fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh in the USA. Dr. Choi also received training at Kyoto University College of Medicine in Japan. He focuses on complex oncology cases, specifically pancreatic cancer and liver conditions.

• Performs Whipple surgery and distal pancreatectomy.
• Certified by the International Association of Hepato Biliary Pancreatic Surgery.
• Member of the Korean Society for the Research of Liver Cancer.
• Works at Samsung Medical Center, ranked among the world's best hospitals by Newsweek.

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