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Volkan Turunc
Transplant surgeon
24 years of experience
4.6
303 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Şişli Hospital

Volkan Turunc

Transplant surgeon
24 years of experience
  • Specialized in kidney transplants and general surgery with high success rate.
  • International training includes Turkey, with practice in military and private hospitals.
  • Focused on Transplantology, particularly kidney transplants, with notable achievements.
  • Recognized for contributions in Transplantology within Turkey’s medical community.
  • MD from Istanbul University with specialization in general surgery and Transplantology.
  • Certified General Surgery Specialist, expert in kidney and liver transplant procedures.
  • Member of the Turkish Surgical Association, with focus on transplant surgery.
  • Offers online consultations for patients seeking transplant-related medical advice.
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4.6
303 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Liver transplant $50000
Corneal transplant $8500
Kidney transplant $18000
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Kamil Yalçın Polat
33 years of experience
4.4
45 reviews

Kamil Yalçın Polat

33 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
4.4
45 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Corneal transplant $7000
Liver transplant
Kidney transplant
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Naci Karacaoglan
Plastic surgeon
31 years of experience
4.5
462 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Mega University Hospital

Naci Karacaoglan

Plastic surgeon
31 years of experience
  • Specializes in transplantology, handling organ transplants such as kidney, liver, and heart.
  • International practice in Turkey and affiliated with multiple renowned hospitals.
  • Expertise honed at Ankara Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt and Haydarpasa Numune Hospitals.
  • Trained in transplant surgery during tenure at Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine.
  • Professional memberships enhancing transplantology knowledge and standards.
  • Dr. Karacaoglan offers online consultations for transplant-related inquiries and evaluations.
  • Graduated from Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine in 1984.
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Murat Dayangac
Transplant surgeon
22 years of experience
4.5
462 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Mega University Hospital

Murat Dayangac

Transplant surgeon
22 years of experience

accreditations:

International Liver Transplantation Society
European Society for Organ Transplantation
  • Specializes in liver transplant, handling conditions like cirrhosis and liver cancer.
  • International experience includes training at Mayo Clinic, USA.
  • Authored over 70 articles on transplantology, especially liver-related diseases.
  • Director of the Center for Organ Transplantation at Medipol University Hospital.
  • Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS).
  • Affiliated with the European Society for Organ Transplantation (ESOT).
  • Participates in the International Transplant Network for Developing Countries.
  • Holds degrees in general medicine, general surgery, and organ transplant.
  • Provides remote consultations for transplantology patients.
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Huseyin Cagatay Aydin
Transplant surgeon
28 years of experience
4.5
462 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Mega University Hospital

Huseyin Cagatay Aydin

Transplant surgeon
28 years of experience

Professor Aydin is a Turkish transplantologist with over 20 years of experience and expertise in kidney transplant surgery. He has held several positions in transplant departments and centers, and has written 35 scientific papers on the subject. He is a member of various transplant-related organizations.

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Mesut Pekmez
Transplant surgeon
22 years of experience
4.5
3 reviews
Turkey, Ankara
Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital

Mesut Pekmez

Transplant surgeon
22 years of experience

Education

2002 –                 Eskisehir Osmangazi University        Faculty of Medicine

                              Ankara Baskent University                 General Surgery

 

Experience

2022 – present      Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital   General Surgery

2013 – 2022          Lokman Hekim Van Hospital                           General Surgery

2011 – 2013          Yuksekova State Hospital                                General Surgery

 

Memberships

  – Ankara Surgical Association

  – Ankara Breast Diseases 

 

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4.5
3 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Kidney transplant $13675 - $14222
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Find out about the best doctors here

20 top ranked Transplantology doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Andreas Gross
Urological surgeon
4.5
123 reviews
Germany, Hamburg
Asklepios Hospital Barmbek

Andreas Gross

Urological surgeon
  • Specializes in Transplantology, focusing on kidney and liver transplants.
  • Applies HIFU and laparoscopic partial resection for organ-preserving approaches.
  • International practice in Germany, recognized by leadingmedicineguide as a top specialist.
  • Utilizes minimally invasive techniques for improved transplant success rates.
  • Holds Chief Physician position at Barmbek Asklepios Hospital's Urology Department.
  • Certified in advanced urological therapies, contributing to transplant success.
  • Active member of urological associations with a transplantology focus.
  • Offers remote consultations for transplant evaluations and follow-up care.
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Gal Goldstein
Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
25 years of experience
4.5
12 reviews
Israel, Jerusalem
Hadassah Medical Center

Gal Goldstein

Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
25 years of experience

accreditations:

The Israeli Cancer Association
The International Society of Pediatric Oncology

Dr. Gal Goldstein is a highly qualified Pediatric Oncology and Hemato-Oncology specialist at Hadassah Medical Center, specializing in retinoblastoma, precision medicine, and pediatric oncology. He is a graduate of Tel Aviv University and has been included in the 2019-2020 Forbes list of best doctors in Israel and is a member of various professional associations.

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4.5
12 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Kidney transplant $100000
Liver transplant $53393
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Abuzer Dirican
Transplant surgeon
29 years of experience
4.7
39 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Abuzer Dirican

Transplant surgeon
29 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Abuzer Dirican is a renowned Transplant Surgeon and Minimally Invasive Surgery Specialist with over 26 years of experience. His primary focus is Oncology and General Surgery, particularly in the area of Liver and Kidney transplants. Dr. Dirican is a recipient of multiple awards for his significant contributions to his field.Read more
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Walter Klepetko
Clinical oncologist
46 years of experience
4.6
141 reviews
Austria, Vienna
Wiener Privatklinik

Walter Klepetko

Clinical oncologist
46 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Walter Klepetko is a world-renowned thoracic surgeon and head of the Department of Thoracic Surgery of the Medical University of Vienna, Vienna General Hospital, and Wiener Privatklinik. He is credited with initiating the Vienna Lung Transplant Program and co-developing the surgical technique of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). In 2018, he successfully performed a lung transplant on three-time Formula 1 world champion Niki Lauda.Read more
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Bulent Unal
Transplant surgeon
28 years of experience
4.7
39 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Bulent Unal

Transplant surgeon
28 years of experience
Dr. Bulent Unal is a distinguished oncologist and general surgeon specializing in organ transplant and treating an array of cancers. He has over 25 years of professional experience and has earned multiple awards for his work in the field. He is proficient in surgeries like kidney and liver transplant, resection of urinary bladder tumor, removal of ovarian cancer, gall bladder tumor removal, and mastectomy surgery.Read more
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Kim Dong-sik
Transplant surgeon
20 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Korea University Anam Hospital

Kim Dong-sik

Transplant surgeon
20 years of experience

accreditations:

International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
International Liver Transplantation Society
Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia

2004 - 2006: Fellow, HBP Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Asan Medical Center

2006 - 2008: Fellow, Abdominal Transplantation, University of Cincinnati (Cincinnati, Ohio, USA)

2008 ~ 2009: Assistant Professor of Surgery, Abdominal Transplantation, University of Cincinnati (Cincinnati, Ohio, USA)

2007: Fellows Excellence in Research Award, Transplant Summit 2007

2015: The Korea Health & Medical Award 2015 (Organ Transplantation Center, General Hospital Division)

2006 -: Regular Member, American Society of Transplant Surgeon (ASTS)

2008 -: Regular Member, International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA)

2008 -: Regular Member, International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS)

2015 -: Member, Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia (ELSA)

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Jung Cheol-woong
Transplant surgeon
13 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Korea University Anam Hospital

Jung Cheol-woong

Transplant surgeon
13 years of experience

accreditations:

American Society of Transplantation

2010: Training, Transplant Surgery, Queen Mary Hospital, University of Hong Kong

2008 - 2010: Fellow (accredited by American Society of Transplantation) , Transplant Surgery, University of Cincinnati medical Center (OH, USA)

Regular Member, International Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association (IPITA)

Regular Member, The Transplantation Society (TTS)

Regular Member, 미국이식학회는 American Society of Transplantation (AST), ASTS는미국이식외과의사협회 American Society of Transplant Surgeon

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Sakir Akdemir Md
Hair transplant specialist
10 years of experience

Sakir Akdemir Md

Hair transplant specialist
10 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Risus Clinic Istanbul
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Jose Horacio Cano Cervantes
Transplant surgeon
12 years of experience
Mexico, Mexico City
Renium Hemodialysis Clinic

Jose Horacio Cano Cervantes

Transplant surgeon
12 years of experience
  • Renowned specialist in Transplant Nephrology, focusing on kidney transplant procedures.
  • Trained in Mexico and Spain, offering international transplant expertise.
  • Member of the Mexican Transplant Society, a testament to his dedication.
  • Provides online consultations for patients seeking transplant-related advice.
  • Holds a Master's Degree in Health Sciences from the National Polytechnic Institute.
  • Expert in treating end-stage renal disease with transplant options.
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Ayhan Dinсkan
Transplant surgeon
20 years of experience
4.3
16 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir

Ayhan Dinсkan

Transplant surgeon
20 years of experience

Transplantologist

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4.3
16 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Liver transplant $60000 - $65000
Kidney transplant $18000
Corneal transplant $6750 - $12200
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Antonio Benita
Cardiologist
31 years of experience

Antonio Benita

Cardiologist
31 years of experience
Mexico, Mexico City
DR. IRERI ASTEINZA Clinic
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Walter Querevalú
Transplant surgeon
34 years of experience

Walter Querevalú

Transplant surgeon
34 years of experience
Mexico, Mexico City
DR. IRERI ASTEINZA Clinic
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Antonio Alcaraz
Transplant surgeon
36 years of experience
4.3
6 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Hospital Quiron Barcelona

Antonio Alcaraz

Transplant surgeon
36 years of experience
  • Renowned Transplantologist Dr. Antonio Alcaraz, over 30 years' expertise.
  • Specializes in kidney transplantation using minimally invasive methods.
  • First globally to perform NOTES transvaginal nephrectomy.
  • International practice in Spain, pioneering in robotic surgery.
  • Global pioneer in laparoscopic and robotic transplant surgery.
  • Holds certifications in robotic surgery applications.
  • Member of American Urological Confederation: Focus on transplantation.
  • Member of European Urological Society: Expertise in transplant surgery.
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Erkut Attar
Obstetrician-gynecologist
32 years of experience
4.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Yeditepe University Hospital

Erkut Attar

Obstetrician-gynecologist
32 years of experience
Dr. Erkut Attar is a renowned specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, with a focus on ctive endocrinology, in, and ctive immunology. He has an extensive academic background with degrees from Istanbul University, Yale University, and Northwestern University. He has held significant positions in both clinical and academic settings and has been recognized with multiple awards like the American Society for Reproductive Medicine Reproductive Immunology Special Interest Group Prize and the American Society for Reproductive Immunology Travel Award. He is also the founder and current president of the Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis Society of Turkey.Read more
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