Biopsy Doctors Abroad — Page 13

Dr. Kyu Taek Lee is a specialist at Samsung Medical Center. He performs biopsies to diagnose cancers of the pancreas, liver, and lungs.

• Trained at Stanford University School of Medicine in the United States
• Professor of Gastroenterology teaching the next generation of medical specialists
• Specializes in oncological gastroenterology for complex cancer cases
• Member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Extensive clinical training at the Kyoto Second Red Cross Hospital in Japan

Dr. Lee Jeong Won is an oncologist at Samsung Medical Center specializing in gynecologic cancer. She perform biopsies to diagnose and study tumors in the female reproductive system.

• Practices at Samsung Medical Center – one of the leading hospitals in South Korea
• Focuses on oncogynecology – the specialized field of treating female reproductive cancers
• Works in a major referral center for high-risk cancer diagnostics

Dr. Ahn Jin Seok is a specialized oncologist at Samsung Medical Center. He performs biopsies to diagnose various cancer types at this top-tier hospital.

• Practices at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's most prestigious medical institutions
• Focuses on oncology cases requiring precise diagnostic tissue sampling
• Works within a major multidisciplinary cancer center for integrated patient care

Professor Kim Tae Joong is a specialist in gynecologic oncology at Samsung Medical Center. He performs biopsies to detect and treat female reproductive cancers.

• Serves as a professor at Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine
• Expert in identifying cancerous tissues through precise sampling techniques
• Focuses on minimally invasive approaches for gynecologic diagnostics
• Practices at Samsung Medical Center – a top-ranked hospital in South Korea

Dr. Li Huaifang specializes in gynecologic tumors, pelvic floor disorders, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. She has performed over 10,000 minimally invasive procedures and more than 5,000 pelvic floor repairs. Her work includes laparoscopic and hysteroscopic cancer operations. She also performs reconstructive surgery for prolapse and incontinence. She has demonstrated surgical techniques at national conferences.

Academic roles: National member, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Group (CMA OBGYN). Deputy head, Shanghai MA OBGYN Pelvic Floor Group. Expert, Shanghai Gynecologic Quality Control Panel. She joined the 12th Five-Year Plan. She now leads a 14th Five-Year Plan sub-project on degradable pelvic floor meshes. Publications: 240+ papers, including 50+ SCI. Textbook co-author and supervisor at Tongji University with 50+ mentees. Honors include the Shanghai Medical S&T Award, the Chinese MCH S&T Award, and prizes for pelvic floor reconstruction in 2006, 2012, and 2015.

Professor Schoppmann heads the Gastroesophageal Tumor Unit at Vienna General Hospital. He leads the specialized team for gastric and esophageal cancer surgery.

• Performs surgical biopsy procedures for gastric and esophageal tumors
• Serves as General Secretary of the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology
• Coordinates the Comprehensive Cancer Center at the Medical University of Vienna
• Published over 240 specialized articles in major medical journals
• Directs surgical functional testing to evaluate digestive system performance

15,000+ surgeries performed – Dr. Antonio de Lacy Fortuny leads the surgical team at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. He performs biopsies and surgeries for gastrointestinal cancers using advanced robotic techniques.

• President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe
• Pioneered the TaTME technique for high-precision rectal cancer interventions
• Performs over 1,000 surgeries per year for abdominal conditions
• Holds a Hirsch index of 45 reflecting significant medical research impact
• Expert in the NOTES method using natural body openings during surgery

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.

The doctor is a highly specialized surgeon with extensive expertise in oncological and metabolic procedures. The clinical focus encompasses a wide range of cancer surgeries, including complex interventions for pancreatic, bile duct, gastric, colon, and thyroid malignancies, as well as specialized breast surgery.

In addition to oncology, the doctor is proficient in bariatric and metabolic surgery, providing advanced surgical solutions for obesity and diabetes management. The practice is dedicated to delivering comprehensive surgical care, utilizing evidence-based techniques to address both malignant conditions and metabolic health disorders.

The doctor is a medical specialist with expertise in their field. They are dedicated to providing high-quality clinical care and maintaining professional standards in medical practice.

The doctor is a highly versatile radiologist with extensive expertise across a broad spectrum of diagnostic and interventional imaging modalities. Clinical proficiency includes abdomen, Doppler, obstetric, breast, musculoskeletal, pediatric, and neuroradiology, ensuring comprehensive diagnostic support for diverse patient populations.

In addition to diagnostic imaging, the doctor is skilled in performing nonvascular interventional procedures, providing minimally invasive solutions to complex clinical conditions. This multidisciplinary approach allows for precise diagnostic accuracy and effective therapeutic intervention across various medical specialties.

The doctor is an experienced radiologist with an extensive clinical background spanning multiple medical institutions. Professional tenure includes positions at the Kayseri Erciyes University Radiology Clinic and Kayseri State Hospital, as well as roles at various private medical centers, including the Academy Medical Center, Anaclinic Medical Center, and Liman Hospital Radiology Clinic.

With a career focused on diagnostic imaging, the doctor has provided radiological services at the Samsun Private Midiliv Medical Center and most recently at the Samsun Büyük Anadolu Hospital. The doctor possesses comprehensive expertise in clinical radiology, contributing to diagnostic accuracy and patient care across diverse healthcare settings.

Dr. Selime Aydogdu is a specialist in pediatric hematology and oncology. She is known for her work in improving early cancer detection in children. Dr. Aydogdu has given many presentations and led discussions on recognizing early cancer symptoms. Her efforts have raised awareness in her field.

Her work has helped achieve better diagnostic results and higher survival rates for children. Dr. Aydogdu is dedicated to education and advocacy. She is a respected member of the pediatric oncology community.

Uzm. Dr. Erkan Göcen is a Radiation Oncology Specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital (Optimed Health Group). He graduated from İstanbul University, İstanbul Faculty of Medicine (Çapa) in 2003.

Career: He trained and practiced in Radiation Oncology from 2010 to 2012. He worked in public and private health institutions from 2012 to 2016. He served in the private medical sector as a Radiation Oncology Specialist from 2016 to 2023. He has been at Optimed Hospital since 2024.

Clinical interests: cancers of the brain, head and neck, esophagus, stomach, colorectal, pancreas, prostate, bladder, lung, soft tissues (sarcomas), skin, uterus and cervix, and breast. Affiliations: Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (TROD) and Tekirdağ Medical Chamber. Languages: English and Turkish.

Dr. Doyoung Jeong is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Seoul Miz Hospital. He specializes in single-port robotic and minimally invasive surgery for uterine and ovarian diseases. Dr. Jeong holds multiple patents for specialized single-port surgical devices. He is a full member of the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

• Served as Director and Chief Medical Officer at Incheon Sejong Hospital.
• Former Vice President at Dongtan Jeil Hospital.
• Clinical Professor at Kyung Hee University Hospital and Adjunct Professor at Korea University.
• Acts as a clinical medical device expert for the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.

Dr. Song Hwayeong is a gastroenterologist. Areas of focus include gastrointestinal cancers (stomach and esophageal) and advanced endoscopy (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ESD, and polypectomy). Dr. Song also treats digestive and liver diseases, including GERD, gastritis, hepatitis, H. pylori infection, and liver disease.

Dr. Song completed a fellowship in Gastroenterology at Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital. Dr. Song has served as Clinical Professor at Inje, Gachon, and Inha University Colleges of Medicine. Dr. Song is Director of the Gastroenterology Center at Naeun Hospital.

Accreditations: full member of the Korean Association of Internal Medicine, the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and the Korean Gastroenterology Association. Doping Committee Member, WKBL.

Selected papers: cryptogenic hepatocellular carcinoma; primary biliary cirrhosis with overlap syndromes; therapy for lamivudine-resistant chronic hepatitis B; and clevudine in HBV-related cirrhosis.