Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Jakkarin Phunphakchit is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in joint replacement. He earned his MD from the College of Medicine, Rangsit University. He completed fellowships in orthopedic surgery and joint replacement at Thammasat University Hospital.

His practice focuses on robot-assisted knee and hip replacement. He also performs direct anterior approach (DAA) hip replacement, primary hip and knee replacement, and revision joint replacement. He is experienced in total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Dr. Kannakrit Sumthong is a consultant vascular surgeon at MALI Hospital, Bangkok. He has 23 years of experience (Medical License No. 29234). He works in the Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery and the Vascular Surgery Clinic. He speaks Thai and English.

He is board certified in General Surgery (2009) and Vascular Surgery (2016). He earned his M.D. in 2003 from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. He completed advanced vascular training at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, a major tertiary referral center in Thailand.

His expertise includes vascular, general, and minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery. He performs endovascular and hybrid procedures for peripheral artery disease (PAD), carotid disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm, varicose veins, diabetic foot and limb salvage, and hemodialysis access. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care with modern techniques.

Dr. Park Sundo is a specialist in gastrointestinal and general surgery at Naeun Hospital. His expertise includes colorectal, proctology, breast, thyroid, laparoscopic, biliary, pancreatic, and pediatric surgery.

Key treatments include proctologic surgery, such as hemorrhoidectomy and care for hemorrhoids and anal fistula. He performs laparoscopic surgery for gallstones (cholelithiasis) and appendicitis. His oncology care covers gastric and colorectal cancer. He also performs hernia repair. Breast and thyroid care includes treatment of tumors and Mammotome biopsy. He treats varicose veins and severe burns. Pediatric surgery includes hernia repair and general pediatric procedures.

Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul is a spinal surgeon at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in endoscopic and reconstructive spine surgery for adults and children. Dr. Arunakul completed fellowships at Yale School of Medicine and UC San Diego. He uses minimally invasive techniques to treat scoliosis and osteoporosis.

• Completed clinical training in spinal surgery at Yale School of Medicine.
• Served as an International Fellow in Pediatric Spinal Deformity at UC San Diego.
• Performs endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive fusion surgery.
• Practices at Thailand's first dedicated AACI-accredited orthopedic hospital.

Professor Turgut Camkiran is a general surgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with training from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery for minimally invasive treatment options
• Member of the Laparoscopic Surgery Association
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's oldest and most respected medical schools
• Active member of the National Association of Surgery
• Participates in national surgery congresses to stay updated on clinical protocols

Professor Erol Kilic leads the surgical team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex oncological and metabolic procedures.

• Expert in surgery for Type 2 diabetes and obesity management
• Specialises in oncological surgery for colon, rectum, and breast cancers
• Performs delicate thyroid and parathyroid gland treatments
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for stomach hernias and gallbladder diseases
• Handles advanced anorectal disease treatments and colorectal reconstructions

Dr Kadir Dicle is a versatile general surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals specialising in metabolic and oncological procedures.

• Focuses on obesity and metabolic surgery for long-term weight management
• Performs oncological surgery for breast diseases and cancer treatment
• Treats anorectal diseases using modern surgical techniques
• Manages thyroid and parathyroid conditions through targeted surgical intervention
• Expertise in treating inguinal and abdominal wall hernias

Professor Levent Akgun Kazak is a senior surgical expert at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a broad focus on gastrointestinal and endocrine disorders.

• Specialises in surgical treatment for breast cancer and thyroid diseases
• Handles complex liver, gallbladder, and small intestine surgeries
• Focuses on colorectal procedures for colon and rectum diseases
• Performs both inguinal and abdominal wall hernia repairs
• Experienced in treating anorectal conditions including haemorrhoids