Cardiology Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Professor Gercekoglu is the Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist at Memorial Atasehir Hospital. He has led several major heart surgery departments across Istanbul as a Medical Director.

• Specialises in surgical treatments for heart and blood vessel conditions
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Medical Park Goztepe Hospital
• Expertise in managing surgical departments at Camlica German Hospital
• Focuses on clinical leadership and high-standard patient care protocols

Professor Abaci is an interventional cardiology specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He focuses on managing complex cardiovascular conditions including heart failure and vascular diseases.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology – uses minimally invasive catheter-based techniques to treat heart conditions
• Expert in treating peripheral artery and leg vascular diseases to improve circulation
• Trained at Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology – a leading Turkish medical institution
• Researched ways to prevent kidney injury during angiography – making heart scans safer for high-risk patients

Professor Baltali focuses on the psychological side of heart health, helping patients manage the mental impact of chronic conditions like hypertension.

• Specialises in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and family therapy
• Completed psychiatry training at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
• Published research in local and international medical journals
• Uses cognitive psychotherapy to help patients cope with chronic illness

Professor Dagdeviren serves as the Head of Cardiology at Bahçeşehir University. He leads the department at the JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specialises in internal medicine and cardiovascular health
• Former Head of Cardiology at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Served as Chief Resident at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
• Trained at some of Turkey's most prestigious cardiac research hospitals

Dr. Ibrahim Cansaran is a professor and pediatric cardiologist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital. He ranked second nationally in the 2017 Turkish pediatric cardiology board exam. Dr. Cansaran has authored over 150 scientific papers with 1,200 citations. He specializes in interventional angiography procedures for children.

• Performed over 250 pediatric interventional missions across Kosovo, Libya, and Kenya.
• Former Vice Chair of the Interventional Cardiology Working Group.
• Served as the Director of Pediatric Cardiology Angiography at Çam & Sakura Hospital.
• Completed specialty training at Arkansas Children’s Hospital and Fuwai Heart Center.

Associate Professor Yunus Nazli is a cardiovascular specialist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He focuses on heart valve repairs and aortic interventions.

• Performs coronary bypass surgery using both on-pump and off-pump methods
• Specialises in EVAR and TEVAR – treating aortic aneurysms via the groin for faster healing
• Manages carotid and peripheral artery surgeries for improved limb circulation
• Treats varicose veins using laser therapy and sclerotherapy injections
• Creates arteriovenous fistulas to support patients requiring hemodialysis

Dr. Test Doc is a cardiologist and interventional cardiologist at Veselibu Clinic in Thessaloniki. He specializes in treating complex heart conditions like atrial fibrillation and hypertension. Dr. Test Doc performs minimally invasive procedures including radiofrequency ablation and arterial stenting. He works at a facility holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate. This ensures the clinic meets global quality standards for international patient care.

• Performs transluminal arterial angioplasty and stenting for vascular heart conditions.
• Treats cardiovascular illnesses like mitral valve prolapse and arrhythmia.
• Conducts premium heart check-ups and coronary angiography diagnostics.
• Provides comprehensive rehabilitation services at a Bookimed Award-winning clinic.

Dr. Veysel Ozan is a Professor of Cardiology at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital (2026–present). He earned his MD from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (2005–2011). He completed his cardiology residency at Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital (2012–2016). He worked as a specialist cardiologist at Hakkari State Hospital (2016–2017) and at Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital (2017–2020). He later served as a faculty member at Dışkapı (2020–2022) and at Etlik City Hospital (2022–2026).

Accreditations and awards: Turkish Society of Cardiology Proficiency Certificate (2019). TSC Most Successful Young Cardiologist of the Year, 2019–2020 term (awarded 2020). First Prize for Best Oral Presentation at the 31st National Congress of Applied Interventional Cardiology.

Dr. Kannakrit Sumthong is a Consultant Vascular Surgeon (Medical License No. 29234). He is board-certified in General Surgery (2009) and Vascular Surgery (2016). He earned his M.D. in 2003 from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. He completed advanced vascular training at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, a leading tertiary referral center in Thailand. He practices in the Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery and the Vascular Surgery Clinic. Languages: Thai, English.

His expertise includes vascular, general, and minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery. His interests include endovascular and hybrid procedures, peripheral arterial disease, carotid artery disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm, varicose veins, diabetic foot and limb salvage, and hemodialysis vascular access. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care with modern techniques.

Associate Professor Muslum Sahin is a specialist in complex coronary interventions at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He is a member of the exclusive Chronic Total Occlusion Club, dedicated to treating the most difficult artery blockages.

• Performed thousands of interventions as Chief Assistant at Kartal Koşuyolu Yüksek İhtisas Hospital
• Specialises in radiofrequency ablation for treating heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation
• Expert in carotid angioplasty and stenting to prevent stroke by clearing neck arteries
• Trained at the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine at Istanbul University