Cardiology Doctors Abroad — Page 10

Dr Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi. He uses evidence-based protocols to manage chronic conditions affecting heart and vascular health.

• Manages hypertension and hyperlipidaemia to reduce cardiovascular risk
• Provides comprehensive care for patients with diabetes and thyroid disorders
• Focuses on preventive medicine and personalised heart health screenings
• Trained at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Kutlay is a cardiovascular specialist who trained at the prestigious German Heart Centre in Berlin. He has led surgical departments at multiple major Turkish hospitals.

• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at several leading private clinics
• Specialised at the Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology
• Experienced in complex heart and vascular procedures
• Managed high-volume surgical departments for over twenty years
• Graduated from the highly regarded Hacettepe University School of Medicine

Dr Ozkan Bekler has performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions and serves as an academic staff member at Mustafa Kemal University.

• Specialises in structural heart procedures including TAVI, which replaces heart valves without open surgery
• Expert in managing cardiac arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, and complex hypertension
• Performs intravascular coronary imaging to see inside arteries for more precise stent placement
• Uses minimally invasive vascular interventions for faster recovery and smaller incisions
• Member of the academic faculty training the next generation of cardiologists

Professor Koksal is the only surgeon in Turkey authorised to practice and teach off-pump mitral valve repair – a technique for fixing heart valves while the heart is still beating.

• Performed over 2,000 successful open-heart and vascular surgeries
• Specialises in minimally invasive mitral and aortic valve replacements
• Uses off-pump techniques to avoid the heart-lung machine for faster recovery
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association
• Named Physician of the Year at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards

Dr Sanjeev Chaudhary is a specialist cardiologist at Fortis Gurgaon focusing on heart rhythm disorders. He treats complex arrhythmia cases at one of India's leading cardiac care facilities.

• Specialises in radiofrequency ablation to treat irregular heartbeats without major surgery
• Uses minimally invasive cardiac treatments for faster patient recovery times
• Develops personalised treatment plans tailored to specific rhythm conditions
• Performs procedures at Fortis Gurgaon – a recognised centre for heart health

Dr Sharad Tandon is a cardiologist at Fortis Gurgaon focusing on heart rhythm disorders. He provides expert care at one of India's leading cardiac centres.

• Specialises in managing complex arrhythmias or irregular heartbeats
• Performs radiofrequency ablation to treat heart rhythm problems without major surgery
• Uses the latest clinical cardiology protocols for patient diagnosis
• Focuses on mapping and treating electrical issues within the heart

Prof. Dr. Halil Türkoğlu is a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery. He has expertise in coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery, and aortic aneurysm surgery.

His practice includes peripheral vascular surgery, EVAR and TEVAR procedures, carotid surgery, congenital heart surgery, cardiac tumor surgery, and pericardial surgery. He treats both adult and pediatric patients, including those with complex congenital heart defects. He has published research, held academic roles, and is active in national and international professional societies.

Prof. Dr. Korhan Erkanlı is a professor of cardiovascular surgery. He specializes in heart transplantation, left ventricular assist devices (LVADs), and surgery for advanced heart failure. His practice includes coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery, and endovascular treatment for aortic disease.

He has contributed to clinical research on advanced heart failure, artificial heart technologies, and the surgical care of complex cardiovascular conditions. He also promotes organ donation and the life-saving role of heart transplantation.

Prof. Dr. Cengiz Köksal is a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery, including mitral valve repair, aortic valve surgery, coronary bypass, and endovascular treatment of aortic diseases.

He is internationally recognized for beating-heart, minimally invasive mitral valve repair. He trained at major cardiac centers across Europe. He has published many scientific papers and contributed to medical textbooks. He has given more than 100 presentations at national and international meetings. He organizes international valve repair workshops. He advances minimally invasive cardiac surgery through patient care, teaching, and research.