Pengobatan di Bucareste (Roménia)

Prof. Dr. Cătălin Copăescu is Romania’s first surgeon recognized for excellence in metabolic and bariatric surgery. He holds both European (IFSO-EC) and American (SRC) certifications. He received these titles in 2011 and 2014. His achievements led to Ponderas Hospital becoming the only Center of Excellence in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery in Southeast Europe.

Dr. Copăescu is the Director of the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence at Ponderas Academic Hospital. He performs over 1,000 minimally invasive procedures each year. His expertise includes laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries for metabolic, colorectal, and hernia conditions. With 25 years of experience, he is also a leader in surgical education. He directs several hands-on courses and international workshops every year.

Certifications:

• Doctor in Medicine –Thesis Title: Method of prevention of gastric migration after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy - 2022
• Certification for Oncological Surgery - Ministry of Health of Romania – 2021
• Surgeon of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Surgery - Accreditation by Surgical Review Corporation – United States of America - 2021
• Master Surgeon in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery - Accreditation by Surgical Review Corporation – United States of America -2020
• Fellow of the European Board of Surgery – Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery – U.E.M.S. and E.A.E.S. Award after examination -2019
• Surgeon of Excellence in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery – Accreditation by Surgical Review Corporation – United States of America - 2019
• FUSETM Certification, Society of American and Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons – 2019
• Certification for Laparoscopic Surgery – Advanced Techniques 2nd Level – Ministry of Health of Romania - 2017
• Interests:
• Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery for Obesity, Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease, Hiatal Hernia, Abdominal Wall Hernias (inguinal, umbilical, epigastric, femoral, incisional), Colorectal Disease, Gynecological Disease.

Courses:

• “Minimally invasive techniques for Colorectal Pathology”, LAPCO Romania Masterclass, 23-24th 2023, Bucharest, Romania
• “Fluorescence - Let’s see the invisible and improve outcomes in surgery”, 24th November 2021, Barcelona, Spain
• “1st CEMA Bariatric Summit”, January 17-18th 2020, Istanbul, Turkey
• “SAGES Fundamental Use of Energy Program (FUSE)”, U.S.A., Course and Examination, Kryterion Testing System, 29th October 2019, Bucharest, Romania
• “New trends in minimally invasive abdominal wall surgery EAES”, 12-15th June 2019, Sevilla, Spain
• “1st European Robotic Hernia Repair Workshop”, Prof. Konstantinos Konstantinidis, 6th- 7th May, 2019, Athens, Greece
• “Revisional Surgery for Weight Regain”, 23rd World Congress of IFSO, September 26th, 2018, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• “Laparoscopic colon surgery”, 2018, Kepler University, Linz, Austria
• “Complex Abdominal Wall Reconstruction”, December 6th-7th, 2017, Exeter, United Kingdom
• “Surgeon Technology Summit-Suturing and Sealing Devices”, November 29th-30th, 2017, North Haven, Connecticut, United States of America
• “Robotic-assisted surgery for pelvic pathology”, June 30th- July 1st, 2017, Bucharest, Romania
• “Advanced Laparoscopic Colon and Rectal Surgery”, April, 1st-4th, 2015, Bucharest, Romania
• “Advanced Workshop on Gastric Cancer", November 20th-21th, 2014, Bucharest, Romania
• “Laparoscopic techniques in the repair of abdominal wall defects” (hands-on course), March 18th-20th,2013, Bucharest, Romania
• “Minimally Invasive Techniques in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery” (hands-on course), December 14th,2012, Bucharest, Romania
• “EAES Laparoscopic Lower Gastrointestinal Surgery Course” (hands-on course), November 12th -15th, 2012, Cuschieri Skills Centre – University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom
• “EAES Laparoscopic Upper GastrointestinaI Surgery Course” (hands-on course), March 8th -11th, 2011, Cuschieri Skills Centre – University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom
• “Laparoscopic techniques in Gynecological surgery – basic and advanced techniques Course” (training on simulator and swine models), November 17th -19th, 2010, Bucharest, Romania
• “Getting Started in Laparoscopic Surgery – Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy and Other Fundamental Techniques Course” (training on simulator and swine models), March 4th -6th, 2009, Bucharest, Romania
• “Modern technologies in Thoracic surgery”-Thoracoscopy, VATS and mechanical sutures devices workshop, November 2008, Bucharest, Romania

Publications:

• “Reconstruction of the phreno–esophageal ligament (R-PEL) prevents the intrathoracic migration (ITM) after concomitant sleeve gastrectomy and hiatal hernia repair”. Authors: Ionut Hutopila, M. Ciocoiu, L. Paunescu, Catalin Copaescu in “Surgical Endoscopy”, January 2023
• “Hiatal Hernia is more frequent than expected in bariatric patients. Intraoperative findings during Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy “. Authors: Ionut Hutopila, Catalin Copaescu in “Chirurgia”, No.6, 2019, Bucharest, Romania
• “Re-sleeve gastrectomy – An efficient revisional bariatric procedure – 3 years results”.
• Authors: Simona Filip, Ionut Hutopila, Catalin Copaescu in “Chirurgia”, No.6, 2019, Bucharest, Romania
• “Gastroesophageal Reflux Before Metabolic Surgery”. Authors: Ionut Hutopila, A. Constantin, Catalin Copaescu in “Chirurgia”, No.1, 2018, Bucharest, Romania
• “Laparoscopic Spleen Preserving Distal Pancreatectomy with Splenic Vessels Preservation” – technique with DVD movie. Authors. V. Tomulescu, I.Hutopila, C.Copaescu Chirurgia 2018, Bucharest, Romania
• “Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Obesity”. Authors: C.Copaescu, I.Hutopila, chapter in Textbook of Pathology and Esophageal Surgery, coordinator Prof. Dr. Silviu Constantinoiu, Bucharest, 2017
• Presentations:
• “Stomach position after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy”. Authors: I.Hutopila, M. Ciocoiu, L.Paunescu, C.Copaescu. The ARCE 2022 - The XIth National Congress of the
• Romanian Association for Endoscopic Surgery, September 28th– October 1st ,2022, Timișoara, Romania
• “Bariatric Surgery in Obese Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease”. Authors: I.Hutopila, S.Grigoruta. The VIIth Congress of Royal Club of Physicians, October 11-16th 2021 – online, Bucharest, Romania
• “Bariatric Surgery complications in COVID -19 Pandemic – a nightmare for general surgeons” Authors: I.Hutopila, C.Copaescu. The XXX th edition of National Surgery Congress – online, November 5th-7th, 2020, Romania
• “Early Migration of the GEJ After LSG?”. Authors: I.Hutopila, Ciocoiu, Paunescu, C.Copaescu. The 11th National Symposium of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, November 23, 2019, Bucharest, Romania
• “Robotic TAR Advantages to the Laparoscopic Approach?”. Authors: I.Hutopila, C.Copaescu. The 10th National Congress of the Romanian Association for Endoscopic Surgery, 21-23 November 2019, Bucharest, Romania
• “Abdominal Wall Robotic Surgery”. Author: I.Hutopila. The IVth Congress of Royal Club of Physicians, October 11-13th, 2018, Bucharest, Romania
• “Two years results of Narbona – Arnau Procedure to control the Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease after Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy”. Authors: I.Hutopila, C.Copaescu. The 9th National Symposium of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, November 25th,2017, Bucharest, Romania
• “Strategies for Abdominal Hernia Repair in Morbidly Obese Patients”. Authors: I.Hutopila, M.Buza, S.Filip, C.Copaescu. The 9th National Congress of the Romanian Association for Endoscopic Surgery, November 23-25th, 2017, Bucharest, Romania
• “An option for the treatment of Hiatal Hernia and Gastroesophageal Reflux after Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy - Narbona-Arnau laparoscopic technique”. Authors: I.Hutopila, C.Copaescu. The 25th International Congress of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), June 14-17th, 2017, Frankfurt, Germany
• “Improvement /remission of the Metabolic Syndrome after Bariatric Surgery”. Authors: I.Hutopila. Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes Complications Conference, November 11th, 2016, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
• “Treatment of stenosis after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy”. Authors: I.Hutopila. World Congress of International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic, August 26-29th,2015, Vienna, Austria
• “Revisional Surgery after Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric By-Pass for Hypoglycemia”. Authors: I. Hutopila,B. Smeu, S. Filip, M. Priboi, I. Balescu, S. Velici, I. Banescu, C. Copaescu. The 23rd EAES International Congress, Bucharest, Romania, 2015
• “A particular solution for Total dehiscence of the esophagus-jejunal anastomosis after Laparoscopic Revisional Surgery”. Authors: I. Hutopila,B. Smeu, S. Filip, M. Priboi, I. Balescu, B. Banescu,S.C. Velici,C. Copaescu. The 23rd EAES International Congress, 2015, Bucharest, Romania,
• “Active Search for Hiatal Hernia in Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy- a Surgical Protocol”. Authors: I. Hutopila, B. Smeu, M. Priboi, I. Balescu, S. Velici, C. Copaescu, The 7th National Symposium of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, Bucharest, Romania, 2015
• “Laparoscopic Rectal Resection for Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis”. The IVth National Congress of Coloproctology, October 2nd-4th,2014, Bucharest, Romania
• “Laparoscopic proximal gastric resection for gastro-gastric fistula after laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass”. Authors: I.Hutopila, S.Filip, M.Priboi, B.Smeu, C.Copaescu. The XXIst International Congress of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), June 19th - 22nd,2013, Vienna, Austria
• “Laparoscopy after Open Vertical Banded Gastroplasty”. Authors: I.Hutopila. The IVth National Symposium of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, December 15th, 2012, Bucharest, Romania
• “Laparoscopic Redo Gastric Banding to Gastric Bypass”. Authors: I.Hutopila, C.Copaescu. The IVth National Symposium of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, December 15th, 2012, Bucharest, Romania
• “Laparoscopic Treatment of Giant Hiatal Hernia”. Authors: I. Hutopila, C.Copaescu. The XXVIth edition of National Surgery Congress, May 23rd-26th, 2012, Timisoara, Romania
• Co-author at over 40 Conference presentations.

Membership in Organizations:

• Romanian College of Physicians
• Romanian Society of Surgery
• Romanian Association for Endoscopic Surgery and Other Interventional Techniques (RAES) Romanian Society for Metabolic Surgery (RSMS)
• International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES)

Dr. Gerald Filip adalah dokter bedah umum bersertifikat dewan. Dia adalah spesialis terkemuka di Rumania dalam operasi kanker payudara dan perawatan onkologis komprehensif.

Dia diakui oleh Perusahaan Tinjauan Bedah sebagai Ahli Bedah Unggulan dalam Pengobatan Payudara. Dia menawarkan diagnosis, operasi, dan perawatan pribadi menggunakan metode canggih yang minimal invasif. Keahliannya meliputi eksisi tumor, biopsi nodus limfa sentinel, dan rekonstruksi payudara yang kompleks. Dia bekerja dengan pendekatan multidisiplin yang dipersonalisasi.

Dr. George Tie is an expert in minimally invasive urological surgery. He manages kidney stones and performs advanced prostate procedures, including TURP and laser surgery. He also treats urologic cancers using laparoscopic, endoscopic, and robotic techniques.

Dr. Tie is known for his high success rates and precise surgical skills. He focuses on patient comfort and fast recovery. He provides evidence-based care to international patients in a modern setting, ensuring advanced and reliable urological treatment.

Dr. Vlad Predescu is the Head of the Orthopedics Department at Ponderas Academic Hospital, part of the Regina Maria Healthcare Network, and holds a doctorate in medical sciences. He is recognized as a European authority in the field of arthroscopic surgery and knee surgery.

He is also a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery, and Arthroscopy.

Dr. Vlad Predescu is considered one of the most experienced orthopedic specialists in Romania, with extensive expertise in hip and knee replacement surgeries, as evidenced by the more than 7,500 such procedures he has performed during nearly 30 years of professional practice.

Dr. Alexandru Cristescu is a neurosurgeon with strong expertise in brain and spine surgery. He completed his neurosurgery residency at leading hospitals in France. There, he received advanced training in his field. Dr. Cristescu specializes in brain tumor removal, spinal surgery, and minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures.

He is known for his precision and commitment to patient-centered care. Dr. Cristescu aims for the best possible surgical outcomes. He uses advanced surgical techniques and focuses on complex neurosurgical cases.

Degrees and academic background:

• MD Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy “Iuliu Hatieganu”, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
• Senior Consultant in General Surgery
• Consultant in Emergency Medicine
• PhD University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila”, Bucharest, Romania
• Assistant Professor “Titu Maiorescu” University, Faculty of Medicine 2012 - 2014
• Surgeon of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, SRC accreditation
• (Surgical Review Corporation)
• Surgeon of Excellence in Minimal Invasive Surgery, SRC accreditation (Surgical
• Review Corporation)
• Surgeon of Excellence in Breast Surgery, SRC accreditation (Surgical Review
• Corporation)
• Laparoscopic level I and II accreditation
• Oncologic Surgery accreditation
• General Ultrasound accreditation
• Diagnostic and Therapeutic Digestive Endoscopy accreditation

Membership in medical societies:

• Romanian Society of Surgery SRC
• Romanian Association of Endoscopic Surgery ARCE
• Romanian Society for Metabolic Surgery RSMS
• European Association for Endoscopic Surgery EAES
• International Federation for Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
• European Society of Breast Specialists (EUSOMA)
• European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO)
• Fields of interest:
• Laparoscopic gynecologic oncology surgery, laparoscopic colorectal surgery,
• laparoscopic bariatric and metabolic surgery, laparoscopic hernia surgery

Dr. Gabriel Crasmariu is an interventional cardiologist with advanced expertise in minimally invasive treatments for cardiovascular disease. He is a member of the Romanian Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology.

He performs coronary angiography and angioplasty with stent placement. His focus includes complex coronary artery disease, peripheral arterial disease, renal denervation, and TAVI. He also provides specialized heart failure assessments. He takes part in multidisciplinary decisions for patients who may need cardiac surgery.

Asist. Prof. Dr. Paul Stanciu is a Consultant Gynaecological Surgeon and subspecialist in Gynaecological Oncology and Robotic Surgery. He has worked in Germany, Ireland, and the UK, including at The Royal Marsden Hospital.

He is the first gynaecologist worldwide accredited by SERGS to operate on two robotic platforms. He is among the few who perform complex minimally invasive procedures, including surgery for endometriosis and fertility-sparing surgery for young cancer patients.

His expertise includes the surgical treatment of benign and malignant gynaecological conditions. He is experienced in advanced laparoscopic surgery and uses innovative techniques published internationally.

Dr. Stanciu is the author or co-author of many scientific articles. He has delivered over 100 presentations at national and international conferences. He holds certifications from SERGS, ESGO, BSCCP, and IOTA, and is an active member of major professional societies.

Dr. Daniela Dobritoiu is a pediatric surgery specialist with extensive experience in open and minimally invasive techniques. She treats a wide range of surgical conditions in children. Her expertise includes congenital malformations and urological and gastrointestinal diseases. She performs thoracoscopic and laparoscopic procedures that support rapid recovery and minimal trauma.

She has completed many national and international courses and workshops. She has authored and coauthored several scientific papers presented at national and international conferences. She is an active member of professional medical societies.

Dr. Radu Ciuvica is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology. He has wide clinical and surgical experience in leading medical centers. He holds a PhD in Medical Sciences. His research focused on locomotor system disorders and modern orthopaedic treatment methods.

His practice includes diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal disorders. He treats acute injuries such as fractures, sprains, and ligament tears. He also manages chronic problems, including osteoarthritis, joint instability, meniscal tears, and tendinopathies.

He has expertise in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery. He performs knee and shoulder procedures for meniscal tears, ACL ruptures, patellar instability, and rotator cuff tears.

Dr. Ciuvica also treats complex joint disorders. His work includes reconstructive surgery and hip or knee replacement. He uses advanced techniques and internationally accepted protocols.

Dr. Claudiu Manea, MD, PhD, is a specialist in otorhinolaryngology (ENT) and an Associate Professor at the “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest. He has over 20 years of experience. He holds a PhD in Medical Sciences. He is known for endoscopic and laser surgery of the nose, paranasal sinuses, skull base, and larynx.

His practice focuses on endoscopic sinus and skull base surgery. He performs dacryocystorhinostomy, endoscopic and microscopic laryngeal surgery for voice disorders and tumors, and surgery for snoring and sleep apnea.

He completed advanced training in Romania, Italy, and Croatia. He leads the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at Ponderas Academic Hospital. He is a founding member of the Romanian Society of Rhinology. He is also a member of the European and International Rhinologic Societies. Awards: one international, two national.

Dr. Iulian Gherman is a specialist in orthopedics and traumatology at Ponderas Academic Hospital in Bucharest, part of the Regina Maria network. He manages musculoskeletal disorders using both surgical and non-surgical methods. He has a strong focus on complex orthopedic cases and uses modern, minimally invasive techniques.

His main expertise includes total hip and knee replacements, ligament reconstruction, and tendon repair. Dr. Gherman also treats traumatic injuries and has experience in advanced orthopedic surgeries for limb preservation in cancer patients.

He regularly performs arthroscopic procedures for meniscus, ligament, and shoulder injuries. He is committed to patient-centered care and prefers minimally invasive treatments whenever possible.

Dr. Ionut Serban is an orthopedic surgeon with expertise in arthroscopic surgery, trauma, and fracture management. He treats sports injuries using both surgical and non-surgical methods. Each treatment plan is tailored to the patient’s needs. Dr. Serban manages complex fractures, including open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF), minimally invasive osteosynthesis, and post-traumatic deformity correction.

He focuses on promoting bone healing and shortening recovery time. He also works to prevent long-term complications. Dr. Serban is known for his skill in minimally invasive procedures. He provides orthopedic care in a modern clinical setting.

Dr. Cătălin Trifan is a distinguished cardiovascular surgeon with extensive expertise in advanced heart surgery and over 10 years of clinical experience. Renowned for his skill in complex procedures such as coronary artery bypass grafting, valve repair and replacement, and minimally invasive cardiac surgery, Dr. Trifan combines surgical precision with a patient-centered approach. He is affiliated with top-tier medical institutions and adheres to the highest international standards of care. With a strong commitment to innovation and patient safety, Dr. Trifan is a trusted choice for international patients seeking high-quality cardiac surgery and comprehensive postoperative care in Romania.

Dr. Ionuț Gobej is a board-certified pediatric neurosurgeon. He trained in France and practices in Romania. He focuses on minimally invasive brain and spine surgery. His expertise includes endoscopic transnasal procedures and Gamma Knife radiosurgery.

He treats children with brain tumors, congenital malformations, and vascular disorders. He also trains future neurosurgeons and helps develop modern, multidisciplinary care programs.

Dr. Felix Dobritoiu is a thoracic surgeon at Ponderas Academic Hospital. He specializes in minimally invasive and robotic procedures for adults and children. He performs robotic thoracic surgery with the da Vinci Xi system. He also uses video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), including uniportal VATS. These methods use small incisions for faster recovery.

His practice includes mediastinoscopy and bronchoscopy. He performs complex lung and mediastinal resections. He also offers sternochondroplasty (Nuss and reversed Nuss). In selected cases, he can perform minimally invasive procedures without postoperative pleural drainage.

Dr. Octavian Munteanu adalah kepala dokter gigi di Omnia Dental di Bucharest, Rumania. Dia memiliki pengalaman lebih dari 10 tahun dan berspesialisasi dalam implantologi dan pengobatan penyakit periodontal.

Pengalaman

Sejak 2015 — Klinik Omnia Dental.

Pendidikan

• 2004-2010 – Fakultas Kedokteran Gigi UMF Carol Davila, Bucharest.
• 2016 – Studi pascasarjana dalam Penanganan Medis dan Gigi Darurat (Prof. Norina Forna).

Pendidikan tambahan

• 2011 — kursus "Implantologi oral - metode modern dan efektif untuk restorasi gigi" (prof. Mihai Augustin).
• 2011 — kursus "Pencegahan penyakit periodontal" (Dosen Adina Dumitrakhe).
• 2011 - Konferensi Internasional tentang Laser dalam Kedokteran “Dari Pendekatan Tradisional ke Bantuan Laser dalam Kedokteran Gigi dan Spesialisasi Medis Lainnya” (Prof. Adam Stabholz).
• 2012 — Kongres Kedokteran Gigi Rumania-Perancis “Konsep dan Teknologi Baru dalam Praktik Sehari-hari. Klinik dan laboratorium” (Wilhelm Sukosd).
• 2013 — simposium “Fitur implan metal-keramik”, “Pasien dan dokter gigi dalam konteks Eropa” (Brezoescu Alexandru).
• 2014 - Kongres Internasional tentang Kesehatan Gigi dan Perawatan Gigi di Eropa Tengah dan Timur (Prof. Georgios Tsakos).
• 2014 — "Plasmolifting dalam Kedokteran Gigi" (Dr. Chele Nicolae).
• 2015 – kursus pengantar teoretis dan praktis tentang inhalasi nitrous oxide (Dr. Anka Kalin).
• 2015 — simposium “Periimplantitis — penyebab, diagnosis, penilaian, pengobatan”, “Estetika fungsional dari restorasi pada implan” (Brezoescu Alexandru).
• 2015 — Kongres Kedokteran Gigi “Intervensi Interdisipliner dalam Kedokteran Gigi. Mencapai Tujuan Kesehatan dan Estetika Perawatan Gigi melalui Penilaian yang Tepat dan Penggunaan Metode yang Andal dan Sukses” (Dr. Rodica Aldica).
• 2015 - PRF Day (Dr. Joseph Chukroun).
• 2015 — “Implantologi dengan sistem Axiom” (Dr. Gilles Chaumane).
• 2015 — Bredent Group di Eropa Tenggara; 3rd SKY Fast & Fixed Forum, Rumania (Prof. Manfred Lang).
• 2016 - Simposium Ilmiah "Teknologi yang Digunakan dalam Praktik Kedokteran Gigi Modern" (Prof. Norina Forna).
• 2016 — konferensi "CEREC — restorasi keramik dalam satu kunjungan ke dokter gigi".
• 2016 — konferensi Ivlocar “Estetika Kedokteran Gigi”.
• 2016 — konferensi “Metode pembuatan prostesis gigi yang ideal”.
• 2017 — Konferensi Fast & Fixed SKYonics — Bredent.
• 2017 — kursus “Implantologi dengan pembebanan segera pada sistem SKY fast & fixed”.
• 2017 — Kursus "Okulasi pada gigi tiruan akrilik dan gigi tiruan pada implan".
• 2017 — kursus pemutihan profesional.
• 2018 - Kongres paraprostetik.
• 2018 - Konferensi Kedokteran Gigi di Sibiu.