Heart Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Professor Dong Ik Kim is a specialist vascular surgeon at Samsung Medical Center with unique expertise in stem cell therapy for heart disease.

• Focuses on using stem cell treatments to repair heart tissue
• Former Head of the Department of Blood Vessel Surgery at Samsung Medical Center
• Served as a Visiting Professor of vascular surgery in the USA
• Specialises in vascular procedures and innovative cardiac therapies

Dr Kim Duk Kyung specialises in radiofrequency ablation at the Samsung Medical Center to treat heart rhythm disorders.

• Focuses on cardiac arrhythmia treatments to restore normal heart patterns
• Uses radiofrequency ablation – a procedure using heat to destroy small areas of heart tissue causing irregular beats
• Practices at Samsung Medical Center – a major healthcare institution in South Korea
• Maintains a clinical focus on minimally invasive techniques for heart rhythm management

Dr Ozden Gul is a general surgeon at Umran Medical Centre with experience across Turkey's major training and research hospitals.

• Specialises in endocrine surgery for thyroid and adrenal gland conditions
• Uses laparoscopic techniques – minimally invasive methods that mean smaller scars
• Manages gastrointestinal surgery including gallbladder and hernia repairs
• Experienced in emergency and trauma surgery for urgent injuries
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Dr Murat Erol is a dental specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on restorative and prosthetic treatments. He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Dentistry – one of the most established dental schools in the region.

• Specialises in restorative dentistry including aesthetic crowns and bridges
• Performs endodontics using root canal techniques to preserve natural teeth
• Offers prosthetic dentistry for both fixed and removable replacement of missing teeth
• Focuses on aesthetic smile design and teeth whitening procedures

Dr Jumana Baryhe works at Aesthetical Clinic, offering a broad spectrum of surgical procedures and clinical care.

• Provides surgical interventions alongside cosmetic and dental services
• Focuses on a multidisciplinary approach to patient health
• Recognised for exceptional patient care and clinical support

Professor Ugurlucan is a leading cardiac surgeon at Biruni University Hospital who completed elite fellowships at the King Faisal Heart Institute and the University of Rostock.

• Specialises in complex mitral and aortic valve repairs and bypass surgery
• Performs TAVI – a minimally invasive valve replacement without open-heart surgery
• Uses radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping to treat heart rhythm disorders
• Awarded for research into cardiovascular tissue effects and stem cell levels
• Current Professor of Medicine with extensive training from Istanbul University

Dr Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on the non-surgical management of heart-related risks. He provides essential diagnostic care and treatment for conditions that affect long-term cardiovascular health.

• Manages hypertension and hyperlipidemia to reduce the risk of heart disease
• Treats diabetes mellitus and thyroid disorders impacting cardiac function
• Develops personalised health plans for chronic disease prevention
• Coordinates comprehensive health screenings and risk assessments for adult patients

Professor Kutlay is a cardiovascular specialist who has led heart surgery departments across several major hospitals. He brings top-tier international expertise from his training at the German Heart Centre in Berlin.

• Specialised in cardiovascular surgery at the Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology
• Served as Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at both German and Veni Vidi hospitals
• Handled complex cardiac cases at the Florence Nightingale Clinic
• Focuses on surgical solutions for heart and blood vessel conditions

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a senior paediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic, specialising in complex heart valve repairs and open heart surgery for children.

• Performs heart valve replacements and plastic surgery for cardiac valves
• Fellowship-trained at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital, a leading heart centre
• Expertise in radiofrequency ablation and minimally invasive endovenous treatments
• Specialises in managing aortic aneurysms and congenital defects like atrial septal surgery
• Academic leader who brings professor-level oversight to complex paediatric cardiac cases