Ultrasound Doctors Abroad — Page 17

Dr. Nadir Adnan Hacim is a general and gastrointestinal surgeon at Erdem Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic cancer surgery and bariatric procedures. Dr. Hacim trained at Hacettepe University and Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital. He treats complex digestive conditions using minimally invasive techniques.

• Specializes in laparoscopic operations for gastric, colon, and rectal cancers.
• Performs weight loss procedures including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and gastric balloons.
• Member of the Turkish Surgery Association and the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association.
• Works at Erdem Hospital, which treats 200,000 patients every year.

Dr. Taha Somnez is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Surprise Experts Clinic in Istanbul. He is recognized as the Best Male Plastic Surgeon in Turkey. Dr. Somnez specializes in rhinoplasty, breast surgery, and body shaping. He holds prestigious EBOPRAS certification, a standard of excellence in European plastic surgery.

• Specializes in stem cell rejuvenation therapy and complex tissue transplants.
• Performs diverse procedures including liposuction, tummy tucks, and otoplasty.
• Maintains membership in the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Works at a multi-specialty clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Rafail Ibayev is a gastrointestinal surgeon at Erdem Hospital in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in minimally invasive and metabolic surgery. Dr. Ibayev performs laparoscopic procedures for stomach, intestine, and rectal diseases. He has extensive experience in weight management surgery, including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass. Dr. Ibayev also treats endocrine and breast conditions using oncoplastic techniques.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery and metabolic health improvements.
• Performs complex operations for liver, stomach, and colorectal tumors.
• Uses laparoscopic techniques to reduce scarring and speed up recovery.
• Works at Erdem Hospital, which treats 200,000 patients every year.

Dr. Osman Aktas is a general surgeon at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. He completed laparoscopic surgery training in Germany. He specializes in oncological and metabolic surgeries. Dr. Aktas previously served as chief physician at several prominent military hospitals.

• Performs complex cancer surgeries like the Whipple procedure and colorectal resections.
• Treats obesity and diabetes using metabolic surgery techniques.
• Manages gastrointestinal tumors and obstructions through minimally invasive methods.
• Uses laser therapy for modern treatment of anal diseases.

Dr. Lee Sang Gu is the Honorary Director of Neurosurgery at Naeun Hospital in Incheon. He serves as President of the Korean Spinal Cord Society. Dr. Lee specializes in spinal tumors and minimally invasive spine surgery. He earned both his MD and PhD from Hanyang University. His work includes treating head trauma and cervical spine conditions.

• Full member of the North American Spine Society (NASS).
• Former President of the Korean Medical Appraisal Society.
• Served as the Chief of Neurosurgery at Korea Veterans Hospital.
• Committee member for AOSpine Asia Pacific.

Dr. Lee Ji Hyun heads the Breast and Thyroid Surgery Department at Naeun Hospital in Incheon. She specializes in treated benign and malignant tumors of the breast and thyroid. Dr. Lee previously served as the Director of the Breast Center at Samsung Cheil Hospital. She is a graduate of the prestigious Yonsei University College of Medicine.

• Performs Mammotome procedures and axillary lymph node management for cancer cases.
• Completed clinical training at the Cancer Research Institute hospital in Japan.
• Served as the former Chief of General Surgery at multiple South Korean medical centers.
• Practices at Naeun Hospital, a KOIHA-accredited facility recognized for strict safety standards.

The doctor has a robust foundation in plastic surgery, specializing in blepharoplasty, liposuction, facelift surgery, breast reduction, and open rhinoplasty. With a commitment to excellence, the doctor has established a respected professional standing in the field.

Graduating from Istanbul Cerrahpasa University Faculty of Medicine, the doctor furthered their expertise with training in flight surgery and general surgery at GATA. Completing advanced training in plastic surgery at GATA, the doctor possesses extensive experience and skills in the field.

Dr. Ali Solmaz is a bariatric and general surgeon at Erdem Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed thousands of surgeries, focusing on metabolic and obesity treatments. He earned his associate professorship at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Solmaz trained at Marmara University, a top Turkish medical institution.

• Specializes in laparoscopic gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).
• Sits on the editorial boards of several international gastroenterology journals.
• Treats complex GI conditions including Crohn's disease, cirrhosis, and gastric ulcers.

The doctor completed medical education at Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine in 2005, specializing as a General Surgeon. The doctor has gained extensive experience and expertise in the field of general surgery, contributing significantly to the clinic's success and patient care.

Dr. Jaydeep Palep is a bariatric and gastrointestinal surgeon at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He was among the first in India trained in various gastric bypass techniques in the US. Dr. Palep specialty focus includes weight loss surgeries and Type II Diabetes resolution. He utilizes robotic techniques for stomach, duodenum, and biliopancreatic procedures.

• Achieved a 90% resolution rate for Type II Diabetes without medication in patients.
• Maintains a 99% safety rate for minimally invasive and robotic weight loss surgeries.
• Performs innovative sleeve gastrectomy with duodeno-jejunal bypass for vegetarian patients.
• Works in a department certified as a center of excellence by the International Excellence Foundation.

Dr. Ömer Faruk Deveci is a facial plastic surgeon at his private clinic in Istanbul. He gained international experience in Miami, working with Dr. Oscar Ramirez on facelift techniques. Dr. Deveci also trained in craniofacial surgery at Washington University Seattle Children’s Hospital. His practice holds ISAPS accreditation and treats approximately 500 patients annually.

• Specializes in facelifts, rhinoplasty, and facial feminization surgery.
• Maintains accreditation with IPRAS and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Performs aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for both adults and children.
• Operates a specialized clinic serving patients from Europe, the CIS, and the US.

Dr. Adem Topaloglu is a general surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic oncology. He focuses on colon and rectal cancers. He graduated from Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his general surgery training at Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2009.

Dr. Topaloglu performs advanced minimally invasive surgeries. His procedures include laparoscopic gastric, colon, and rectal cancer surgeries, as well as anti-reflux surgery, hernia repairs, appendectomy, and cholecystectomy. He is also experienced in endocrine and gastroenterological surgeries. In addition, he performs bariatric procedures such as gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon interventions.

Dr. Topaloglu holds certifications in obesity, hiatal, and inguinal hernia surgeries. He is skilled in gastroscopy and colonoscopy. His expertise helps improve patient outcomes and surgical success rates.

Dr. Murat Ugurlucan is a professor and cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement and surgery for congenital heart defects in children. Dr. Ugurlucan completed a research fellowship at the University of Rostock in Germany. He also trained at the King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia.

• Winner of the national vascular surgery oral presentation award.
• Performs open heart surgery, coronary bypass, and carotid endarterectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital with 15 operating rooms.