Catalin Copaescu
- Specializzazione: General surgeon
- 33 anni di esperienza
- Lingue parlate:English, Romanian
- Studio medico: Romania, Bucarest, Ponderas Academic Hospital
- First surgeon in Romania with both European (IFSO-EC) and American (SRC) certification in metabolic and bariatric surgery; a pioneer in the field.
Dr. Catalin Copaescu is the first surgeon in Romania to hold both European (IFSO-EC) and American (SRC) certifications in bariatric surgery. He serves as the Director of the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence at Ponderas Academic Hospital. Dr. Copaescu performs over 1,000 minimally invasive procedures each year. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries for metabolic, colorectal, and hernia conditions.
- Pioneered metabolic surgery and laparoscopic colorectal surgery in Romania.
- Executive Director of the Bucharest Surgical Training Institute.
- Directs over 12 hands-on surgical courses for international teams annually.
- Associated Professor at two major Romanian medical universities.
Scopri i pacchetti con Dr./D.ssa Catalin Copaescu
Chirurgia di revisione della sleeve gastrectomia per un controllo duraturo del peso nel lungo termine
Sleeve gastrectomy laparoscopica con doppia certificazione europea e americana
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Servizi medici
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Formazione accademica
Prof. Dr. Cătălin Copăescu is the first surgeon in Romania recognized for excellence in metabolic and bariatric surgery. He holds certifications from both the European (IFSO–EC) and American (SRC) boards. He established the Center of Excellence for bariatric surgery in Southeast Europe. This facility is the only one of its kind in the region.
Clinical Focus and Expertise
Prof. Dr. Copăescu performs over 1,000 minimally invasive procedures annually. He uses advanced laparoscopic and robotic–assisted techniques. The specialist treats metabolic disorders, colorectal conditions, and complex hernias. He also treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and performs endoscopic revision surgery.
Prof. Dr. Copăescu introduced Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS) and Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (NOTES) to Romania. SILS is a technique that uses one small incision in the navel to reduce scarring. NOTES allows surgeons to perform abdominal operations through natural openings without external incisions.
Leadership and Academic Roles
- Director of the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence at Ponderas Academic Hospital
- Head of the General Surgery Department at Ponderas Academic Hospital
- Executive Director of the Bucharest Surgical Training Institute
- Associated Professor at the "Carol Davilla" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest
- Associated Professor at the "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Iasi
Surgical Education and Training
The doctor has spent 25 years training others in minimally invasive surgery. He leads 12 to 15 hands–on courses every year since 2011. Additionally, Prof. Dr. Copăescu has directed international workshops and clinical immersions for surgical teams since 2010. His educational programs carry endorsements from RAES, EAES, and ASM.
Notable Achievements
- 2011 – Received European Excellence Certification (IFSO–EC)
- 2014 – Received American Excellence Certification (SRC)
- Pioneered metabolic surgery and laparoscopic colorectal surgery in Romania
- Established Ponderas Hospital as a regional center for specialized gastrointestinal care
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