Mr. Afzal Kamal is the Editor-in-Chief of Medgate Today and Founder of the Global Medtech Advisory & Advocacy Forum (GMAAF). With a background in healthcare management and journalism, he has been a driving force in uniting stakeholders through his Integrated Global Healthcare Mission (IGHM). Since launching Medgate Today in 2009, he has built strong ties with policymakers, industry leaders, and healthcare innovators to advance affordable and quality care. A thought leader and anchor of “A Healthy Talk Show,” he continues to shape healthcare discourse globally, recently expanding Medgate Today into the Middle East and Africa.

Dr. Alexis Burnod is an emergency physician and head of the Institut Curie's international patient office and international relations. he was involved in medical repatriations. His team welcomes patients from around the world for specialized cancer care with personalized support before, during and after their visit.

David Schäfer, MScom & MLaw, is a healthcare executive specializing in prevention. He is spearheading the conceptualization, strategic planning, and operational management of Cereneo Prevention, a neuro-prevention centre in Switzerland. The initiative is a subsidiary of the Neuro Recovery Group and a spin-off of the renowned cereneo neurorehabilitation clinics at Lake Lucerne.

His professional background spans entrepreneurship, communications, and public health. He founded Switzerland’s first Social Media School and has held senior leadership roles in strategic communications at institutions such as Credit Suisse, the Swiss National Media, and the Government of the Canton of Zurich, where he was responsible for COVID-19 crisis communication.

David holds law degrees from the University of Zurich and the University of Geneva, as well as an Executive Master of Science in Communications Management from USI Lugano in collaboration with UCLA. He is additionally trained in sustainability, systemic coaching, and organizational development.

With this broad educational and professional foundation, he pursues a science-based, data-driven, and human-centered approach to innovation in healthcare and medical services.

Dr. Farah Ahmed is a medical doctor from Trinidad and Tobago. She founded Noor Corporate Health Solutions, and works as an Occupational Medicine GP and Corporate Wellness Consultant with MediSenseClinic, Dubai. She is also a Non-Resident Fellow with the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government, working on research in Health Policy in the UAE. With over 18 years of experience in clinical and corporate medicine, having worked in industries ranging from Hotels to Industrial Plants, Dr. Farah bridges the gaps in workplace wellness. She is the creative mind behind the bespoke Corporate Wellness Solutions that NCHS provides to its corporate clients. She holds an MSc in Occupational Medicine from the University of Manchester, a Postgrad Diploma in Family Medicine and MBBS degree from the University of the West Indies, and obtained International Membership from the Royal College of General Practitioners in London in 2017. Dr. Farah is a NASP certified Psychological Health and Safety Manager, an OEUK medical examiner and a US Veteran C&P Examiner. She is also a wife and mother who supports community development.

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Fatih Ciftci is a medical tourism entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience in building and managing international healthcare ventures.He has founded multiple companies in the sector and currently leads a team of 45 professionals, focusing on connecting patients with trusted medical providers worldwide.

With expertise in digital marketing, artificial intelligence, and patient experience, he is now developing a specialized payment system designed for medical tourism. His work continues to bridge innovation and care, making healthcare more accessible and efficient for international patients.

Professor Dr. Stephanie Tritt is the Medical Director of DKD Helios Clinic Wiesbaden (Deutsche Klinikfür Diagnostik), one of Germany’s leading private hospitals for advanced diagnostics, preventive medicine, and interdisciplinary treatment. With extensive leadership experience in both hospital management and clinical medicine, she stands for medical excellence at the highest international level.

As Chief Physician and Director of the Institute for Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology, she is recognized as a leading expert in precision imaging and minimally invasive,image-guided therapy. Together with her team, she uses the latest diagnostic technologies and state-of-the-art interventional techniques, providing patients with early detection, accurate risk assessment, and personalized treatment strategies with the highest technical precision.

Her clinical focus combines cutting-edge diagnostic imaging with high-precision minimally invasive therapy, including managing highly complex cases in close interdisciplinary collaboration. She hasparticular expertise in neuro-imaging (brain, head and neck, spine), oncological imaging and tumor diagnostics, as well as interventional procedures and advanced neurovascular therapies.

Prof. Tritt is author of numerous international scientific publications and is actively engaged in healthcare innovation, including the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into clinical workflows. She also plays a key role in clinical leadership and medical education.

Dr. Mahoozi is a highly experienced thoracic surgeon with a strong background in vascular and general surgery. His medical journey began between 2005 and 2007 at the University Hospital Bonn, where he trained in the Department of General, Visceral, Vascular, and Thoracic Surgery under the leadership of Professor Dr. Andreas Hirner.

From 2007 to 2012, he continued his specialization at the Heart and Diabetes Center (HDZ NRW) in Bad Oeynhausen, working under Professor Dr. Rainer Körferand Professor Dr. Jan Gummert. During this time, he developed extensive expertise in cardiac and thoracic surgery.

In 2016–2017, Dr. Mahoozi deepened his specialization at the Thoracic Center Ruhrgebiet under Dr. med. Erich Hecker.

From 2017 to 2023, he served as Chief of Thoracic Surgery at Regio Kliniken in Pinneberg, where he was also instrumental in establishing and developing the thoracic surgery departments in both Pinneberg and Elmshorn.

Since 2023, Dr. Mahoozi has been the founder and director of VenaZiel in Berlin, which is specialized center for Vascular, proctology and hernia surgeries.

Hüseyin Murat Aydoğan is an accomplished executive with over 12 years of experience in sales, marketing, strategy, and digital transformation. He currently serves as the International Marketing Director and Chief of Staff& Head of the CEO Office at Memorial Healthcare Group. Previously, he held leadership roles at Schneider Electric, Unilever, and GSK, where he led M&A activities, supply chain optimization, and category planning across multiple regions, including Turkey, Iran, Israel, and Asia. Murat holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering from Sabancı University and a Management Extension certificate from MIT Solan. His expertise spans across strategic planning, transformation, and large-scale project management.

Ivan is a global expert in medical tourism and digital healthcare transformation, with over 15 years of experience in international IT and healthcare projects. He realized initiatives across Europe, Asia, and Russia, combining strategic vision with hands-on implementation. Ivan was a participant of WebSummit in Lisbon with the healthcare project Dento, which received support from an accelerator in Estonia and was presented to the global audience as an innovative dental solution.

As the Co-Founder of WellMap, Ivan is building what is often called the “ Booking. com of medical tourism” — a platform that connects patients with verified clinics worldwide, ensuring transparent pricing, safety,and convenience.

Dr. Jan Gosepath, MD, PhD, is Chairman of the Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, and Medical Director at Helios Private Hospital Wiesbaden. Trained in Mainz with extensive postdoctoral fellowships across leading U.S. institutions including UCSF, USC, Mayo Clinic, and NYU, he is internationally recognized for his expertise in rhinology, skull base, and facial plastic surgery. A recipient of multiple honors from the American Rhinologic Society and American Head & Neck Society, he has combined clinical excellence with pioneering research throughout his career. Since 2008,he has led major clinical departments in Germany, while continuing to shape innovation and patient-centered care in ENT and head & neck surgery.

Laila is the founder & CEO of Health Beyond Borders in Dubai. Health Beyond Borders is a bespoke Dubai based health care advisory firm focused on the following services; Healthcare Strategy and Research, Health Investment Facilitation, Health Insurance, Healthcare planning and Business Development, Medical Tourism Consulting and advising. HBB can help your business navigate through the challenges and leverage the opportunities and bring considerable economic benefit in a sustainable and effective manner.

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Maria Antonietta Princivalle is an Italian entrepreneur specialized in the field of medical tourism, wellness and longevity. Since 1997, she has been involved in the promotion and marketing of products and services with incisive results, particularly in the opening of new markets,products, and destinations. Since 2014, she has been and continues to be an external consultant for Local, Regional, National, and International Authorities in the fields of experiential tourism, thermal tourism, and medical tourism. With a background in strategic marketing, brand management, and digital solutions, Maria Antonietta Princivalle is considered a reference figure in the European health tourism landscape. She is a speaker at the main trade fairs in the sector worldwide.

Mariam Asefi, CEO and co-founder of Medical Trust, is Germany's leading expert on health tourism with more than 20 years of experience in this field. She worked in the United Arab Emirates in Dubai at the German Chamber of Commerce and held senior positions at various leading German hospital groups in their international offices for over 15 years. Since 2021, she has also headed the national research department for medical tourism at the Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences. Mariam is an author, is regularly asked to write articles on medical tourism and has published Germany's first practical guide to medical tourism. In addition, she has more than 10 years of experience as a scientific trainer and a strong international network in the healthcare sector. She has given lectures on medical tourism in Germany and is an international speaker in Europe, the GCC states and the GIS states. She is also committed to providing quality standards for healthcare for international patients

Dr. Mohammad Afzal Siddiqui is a #1 Amazon bestselling author, acclaimed speaker, and award-winning CEO, currently leading Marlin Medical Assistance Pvt. Ltd. and EaseMyCure.com. As a pioneer in medical tourism, he launched Delhi’s first NABH-accredited medical tourism company and has empowered over 10 hospital brands to achieve 10% monthly growth. With keynote speeches and masterclasses delivered across 25+ countries, including the USA, Turkey, and China, he has become a global voice in healthcare mobility. Dr. Siddiqui holds a Ph.D. from the University of Delhi and has lectured at prestigious Indian universities such as DU, IUST, and Kerala. He also founded Healthandtour.com, an international magazine for medical tourism trends. Recognized with numerous awards, including Best CEO of the Year and Medical Tourism Brand of the Year, he serves as Vice President of IMIA, USA, and General Secretary of MTDA, India. His mission is to make India a trusted global hub for quality healthcare.

Dr. Narges Sheikhansari is a public health executive with over a decade of experience in various global health affairs. While her main area of focus is developing policies and implementing strategies for healthcare transformation, her expertise spans population health and longevity, research, health behavior change and digital health and innovation. Dr. Sheikhansari has successfully led significant public health programs, influencing policy at national and international levels.

Clinical Director Neurology Professor Peter Young, MD, is a proven specialist in the entire spectrum of neurology. From 2013 to 2019, he headed the Institute for Sleep Medicine and Neuromuscular Diseases at Münster University Hospital. At the University of Münster, he held a W2 professorship in clinical neurology and neurogenetics for more than 10 years. His clinical specialties include neurophysiology, neurogenetic diseases and their diagnostics, and intensive care and respiratory medicine. From 1999 to 2001, he practiced at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. He then continued his practice at Münster University Hospital. Focus, additional qualifications and memberships Intensive care medicine Sleep Medicine President of the German Society for Sleep Research and Sleep Medicine (DGSM) Chairman of the medical-scientific advisory board of the German Society for Muscle Diseases (DGM) Member of the German Society for Neurology (DGN) Member of the German Society for Clinical Neurophysiology and Functional Imaging (DGKN) Member of the German Interdisciplinary Society for Out-of-Hospital Ventilation (DiGAB) Member of the Bavarian Society for Sleep Medicine (BayGSM) Member of the Peripheral Nerve Society (PNS) Member of the European Charcot-Marie-Tooth Consortium Member of the European Sleep Research Society (ESRS) of the Society for Neurosciences (SfN)

With over two decades of leadership in healthcare and service industries, I specialize in international healthcare expansion,business development, and hospital operations. As Founder & CEO of GlobalCare Health, I drive innovative cross-border healthcare solutions spanning digital health, hospital management, capacity building, and Centres of Excellence. Our work empowers hospitals, governments, and investors to build scalable, resilient systems through telehealth platforms, advisory services,clinician training, and patient facilitation. Beyond GlobalCare, I also champion India’s role as a hub for medical value travel, actively contributing to national healthcare promotion initiatives.

Since 2012, Rania Kimrakji has been enabling strategic healthcare market entry between Europe and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. As the Founder and CEO of Royalty Consultants, she has guided government and private healthcare institutions, medical and wellness facilities, and medical technology companies in navigating the regulatory complexities and business challenges of the Gulf’s dynamic healthcare sector.

Dr. Vahid Vahabzadeh is aGerman board-certified Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialization in hip and knee endoprosthetics. He is the CEO of Medicustrip, a Germany-based medical tourism company with over 8 years of experience in international orthopedics and wellness-oriented patient care.

Verónica Rodríguez has more than 25 years of experience in the tourism industry, with director positions in marketing and international promotion. She is specialized in leisure luxury tourism and broad knowledge of the tourism industry. Expertise in Barcelona, and also experienced in MICE tourism, as well as Medical Tourism. 

International consultant for Strategic Marketing in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism for destinations and companies that want to increase their awareness, at a national and international level, and want to better understand and manage their position in the industry. Design and implementation of Marketing and Action Plans. Creation of promotional programs; communication and public relations strategies and campaigns. Organization of events with significant scope and wingspan. Consultant, trainer and speaker at an international level.

Dr. Zeeshan Zaman is a medical doctor and a leading expert in the field of medical tourism. With over 12 years of experience in the medical travel industry, he has founded multiple companies dedicated to connecting international patients with top-tier healthcare providers worldwide. Since entering the sector in 2014, he has built an extensive network of partnerships with renowned hospitals and clinics across more than 25 countries.

A recognized thought leader in Europe, Dr. Zaman is frequently invited as a speaker and delegate at prestigious medical tourism conferences in South Korea, Germany, Poland, Spain, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, and other global destinations. His insights on patient care, healthcare accessibility, and cross-border treatment coordination have established him as a respected voice in the industry.

Currently, Dr. Zaman leads a team of over 40 professionals at Clinics on Call, where he has pioneered a unique model that integrates medical expertise into patient coordination. His visionary approach ensures that international patients receive not only logistical support but also expert medical guidance—enhancing treatment outcomes and improving patient satisfaction.

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