Doctors in Poland — Page 8

Dr. Tomasz Gede is a urologist and general surgeon at KCM Clinic in Poland. He is recognized as one of the top operators in the Lower Silesian region. Dr. Gede specializes in treating oncological urology patients and complex diagnostic cases. He works at KCM Clinic, which holds ISO certification and serves 700+ international patients annually.

• Performs minimally invasive surgeries including laser prostate and kidney procedures.
• Treats urological conditions such as BPH, urethral strictures, and kidney disease.
• Specializes in penile prostheses, scrotal surgery, and urinary incontinence.
• Uses botulinum toxin for bladder treatments and performs endoscopic stone removal.

Prof. Justyna Domienik-Karłowicz, MD, PhD, is a physician with many years of experience in the care of people with severe obesity, including bariatric patients. She provides care at every stage of treatment. This includes diagnosis, surgical qualification, postoperative care, and long-term support.

She is a recognized expert in obesity treatment. She trains physicians through training sessions and workshops on current methods. She often speaks at conferences of the Polish Cardiac Society and the Polish Society of Hypertension. She also takes part in meetings for people with obesity. Her work helps improve standards of bariatric care in Poland.

Dr. Alicja Bednarovska-Flisyak is a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology at INVICTA Clinic. She holds a second degree specialization in her field. Her work focuses on infertility treatment and pregnancy care. Dr. Bednarovska-Flisyak manages childbirth with a focus on reducing complication risks. She practices at a clinic with the highest IVF success rates in Europe.

• Treats reproductive health issues including uterine fibroids and infertility.
• Uses on-site laboratories for fetal studies and patient analysis.
• Provides pregnancy surveillance using modern fetal monitoring equipment.
• Serves over 10,000 annual patients within the INVICTA medical network.

Dr. Artur A. Antoniewicz, MD, PhD, is a urologist with more than 20 years of experience. He has led the Urology Department at Międzyleski Specialist Hospital in Warsaw for 7 years. He has been affiliated with the hospital for over 20 years. Since 2018, he has performed robot-assisted procedures at the Prostate Cancer Treatment Center.

He graduated from the First Faculty of Medicine at the Medical University of Warsaw. He is a specialist in urology and in general surgery (1992). He has worked at State Clinical Hospital No. 1 in Warsaw, the Department of Urology at the Medical University of Warsaw, and the Railway Hospital in Warsaw. He completed fellowships and training in Germany, France, Slovenia, and Italy.

He earned FEBU certification in 1999. He has served on the Scientific Committee of the Polish Urological Association since 2000. He is an active member of the Polish Urological Association, the European Board of Urology, the European Association of Urology, and the Société Internationale d’Urologie.

Dr. Paweł Grochowicz, MD, PhD, is a proctologist with almost 40 years of experience. He works at the Warsaw Proctology Center at St. Elizabeth Hospital. He treats hemorrhoids, anal fistulas and abscesses, anal fissures, fecal incontinence, and pilonidal cysts. He also performs colonoscopy and colorectal polypectomy.

From 1979 to 2016 he worked at the Proctology Unit, Solec Hospital, a reference center and the only one of its kind in Poland. Since 2016 he has worked at the Warsaw Proctology Center at St. Elizabeth Hospital. There he develops and implements new methods and runs diagnostic, rehabilitation, research, and teaching work. The center is the headquarters of the Polish Coloproctology Club.

Academic and research roles: Institute of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, Polish Academy of Sciences (1979–1997). DAAD scholar at LMU Munich (1983–1984). John Hunter Hospital, University of Newcastle, Australia (1989–1996). There he was Director of the Transplant Research Unit and Principal Scientific Officer (1991–1996).

The doctor is a highly qualified specialist in anaesthesiology and intensive care. With extensive clinical training and expertise in managing complex patient conditions, the doctor focuses on providing high-level medical support within intensive care settings, ensuring patient safety and stabilization through advanced anaesthesiological techniques.

The doctor is a specialist in ophthalmology, providing comprehensive clinical consultations and performing a range of outpatient procedures. Expertise includes diagnostic and therapeutic services such as Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL) analysis, laser therapy, and fluorescein angiography.

The clinical focus encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of various eye conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and dry eye syndrome. Additionally, the doctor manages refractive errors such as myopia and astigmatism, as well as inflammatory and allergic eye diseases, ensuring specialized care for a broad spectrum of ocular health issues.

Dr. Przemyslaw Ciesielski is a general surgeon. He completed his specialization in 2008. He graduated from the Medical University of Warsaw in 1999. He earned his Doctor of Medical Sciences degree in 2010. His dissertation assessed clinical and rectoscopic examinations for diagnosing colorectal disease in patients at increased risk of colorectal cancer.

His proctology and colorectal training includes formal courses and fellowships. He completed Proctology Courses at St. Rota Hospital in Vercelli in 2021 and 2022, and in Cologne in 2016. He held clinical fellowships in General Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna in 2014 and at the University of Magdeburg in 2015. He undertook multiple fellowships at the Proctology Department, Solec Hospital in Warsaw from 2005 to 2013. He attended advanced colorectal surgery workshops in Poznan and Lodz. He also completed St Mark’s Hospital courses in London, including Frontiers in Colorectal Diseases and the Advanced Colorectal Workshop.

The doctor is a prominent specialist in the field of in vitro fertilization and PGD diagnostics. As a leader in reproductive medicine, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in fertility treatments and genetic diagnostics, enhancing patient care and outcomes in these areas.

Dr. Johannes Liss is a psychologist and psychotherapist at INVICTA Clinics in Poland. He specializes in behavioral therapy and psychotherapy. He holds a diploma in clinical psychology from Hamburg. Dr. Liss completed training in Integrative Gestalt Therapy at the Fritz Perls Institute. He is approved as a psychological psychotherapist by BAGS Hamburg.

• Holds a supplementary qualification in depth psychology-based psychotherapy.
• Expert witness for criminal responsibility, credibility, and social court reports.
• Member of the German Psychotherapists' Association.
• Practice experience includes work in social psychiatric services.

The doctor is a specialist in gynecology and obstetrics, holding a 2nd degree qualification in the field. With extensive experience in women's health, the doctor focuses on providing comprehensive care in both gynecological and obstetric services. The doctor is committed to advancing women's health through both clinical practice and continuous professional development.

The doctor is a Clinical Genetics Specialist with a 2nd rank, showcasing a strong foundation in genetic disorders and their management. Additionally, the doctor holds a 2nd degree specialization in neonatology, indicating expertise in the care of newborns, particularly those who are ill or premature. These qualifications highlight a dual focus on genetics and neonatal care, ensuring comprehensive medical support in these critical areas.

The doctor is a specialist in gynecology and obstetrics with a 2nd-degree qualification. Additionally, the doctor specializes in andrology, focusing on male reproductive health and related disorders.

Dr. Piotr Rak is a specialist in general and oncological surgery, as well as aesthetic medicine. He began his medical career in 1995. Dr. Rak has performed about 460 limb reimplantations. He also developed a unique method for biomechanical rehabilitation of reimplanted limbs. In 2009, he earned a PhD in Medical Sciences from the Medical University of Gdańsk. His doctoral research focused on how chemotherapy affects silicon organic compounds in breast reconstruction.

Dr. Rak has completed international training in microsurgery and breast cancer treatment. He coordinated the Population-Based Early Breast Cancer Detection Program in the Pomeranian Voivodeship. He has also taken part in international studies, including MINDACT, PRAME-AS, and ICON. Dr. Rak was part of the first team in Poland to use stem cells in breast reconstruction. He has published over 30 scientific articles. In 2023, he founded the Friendly Medicine Island clinic, which offers advanced surgical and aesthetic treatments.