Best Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

The doctor has extensive experience in ophthalmology, specializing in treatments and surgeries for strabismus, ocular aesthetics, amblyopia, cataracts, and retinal diseases. Additionally, the doctor is proficient in pediatric eye health and conducts comprehensive general eye examinations.

Graduating from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, the doctor completed specialization at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Ophthalmology Association, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr Ali Gozukucuk is a fellowship-trained specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, focusing on surgical care for infants and children with congenital conditions.

• Specialises in congenital heart defects including Tetralogy of Fallot and septal repairs
• Completed a dedicated fellowship in paediatric surgery at Erciyes University
• Published research in international journals regarding paediatric surgical outcomes
• Presents regularly at global scientific meetings on paediatric abdominal and congenital cases

Professor Ustunsoy is a leading specialist in paediatric cardiac surgery at Anadolu Medical Center. He completed a prestigious fellowship in Switzerland at Geneva University focusing on heart surgery for children.

• Specialises in robotic and minimally invasive cardiac techniques for smaller incisions
• Trained in paediatric heart surgery and neurovascular procedures at Glasgow University
• Former Head of the Lung Transplant Center and professor of paediatric cardiovascular surgery
• Member of the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation

The doctor graduated from Dicle University Faculty of Medicine in 1984 and completed specialization training in Pediatric Surgery at the same institution in 1994. With a focus on neonatal surgery, pediatric urology, oncological surgery, and more, the doctor holds a Turkish Pediatric Surgery Qualification Certificate since 2002.

Having participated in numerous specialized courses, including Anorectal Malformations and Repairs and International Hypospadias Courses, the doctor is a member of several professional societies such as the Turkish Society of Pediatric Surgery and the Pediatric Urology Society.

Professor Tireli has performed over 6,300 pediatric cardiac surgeries, focusing on newborns and children with the most challenging heart defects.

• Specialises in neonatal cardiovascular surgery and complex reconstructions of the aorta
• Uses off-pump Fontan procedures to repair heart defects without stopping the heart
• Pioneered the Nikaidoh procedure for treating transposition of the great arteries
• Published 100+ research articles on innovative congenital heart surgery techniques

Dr Keerapat Phiromkraiphakdi is a specialist plastic surgeon who completed intensive training in the United States at UTHSC and PACES Plastic Surgery.

• Graduated in general and plastic surgery from Vajira and Ramathibodi Hospitals
• Serves as a Medical Professor at Srinakharinwirot University
• Expertise focuses on aesthetic plastic surgery and corrective procedures
• Active member of the Thai Society of Plastic Surgeons
• Consultant at the Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Professor Yilmaz has performed over 1,100 paediatric cardiac procedures and currently leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in minimally invasive cardiac surgery using small incisions for faster recovery in children
• Fellowship-trained in advanced cardiac techniques at OLV Aalst Hospital in Belgium
• International member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons in the USA
• Published over 50 research papers, including seven world-first reports in medical literature
• Completed a specialist registrar programme at Royal South Hants Hospital in the UK

Professor Emin Trly has performed 1,100+ paediatric cardiovascular procedures and is a leading figure in treating congenital heart defects. He currently serves at Altınbaş University Hospital Medical Park Bahçelievler.

• Specialises in complex cases like Tetralogy of Fallot and ventricular septal defects
• Pioneered innovative off-pump Fontan procedures which avoid the use of a heart-lung machine
• Former Professor at Istanbul University where he trained the next generation of heart surgeons
• Published 20+ research papers focused on improving paediatric surgical outcomes

Professor Akdeniz is a specialist paediatric cardiac surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He completed his foundational medical training at the prestigious Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

• Trained at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
• Specialised in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery through intensive research residency
• Practised at M. Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training Hospital
• Focuses on surgical solutions for cardiovascular conditions in young patients

Dr Fatih Akova is a specialist paediatric surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with over two decades of experience treating children's surgical conditions.

• Focuses on congenital anomalies and complex paediatric urology cases
• Treats inguinal hernias and undescended testicles in infants and children
• Corrects hypospadias – a birth defect where the urine opening is misplaced
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Published research on neonatal surgical complications in the Hellenic Journal of Surgery

Professor Oner is a leading paediatric cardiology specialist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital. He previously served as the Clinic Chief at the prestigious Koşuyolu Heart Hospital.

• Former Head of Department at Istanbul New Century University
• Specialises in diagnosing and managing congenital heart diseases in children
• Expert in paediatric heart clinic management and clinical leadership
• Held senior faculty positions at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on comprehensive cardiac care for neonates and infants