Heart Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr Osman Karli is a paediatric specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with 8 years of experience in child health and clinical medicine.

• Graduated from the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in newborn care and infancy nutrition consultancy
• Focuses on preventive medicine and childhood disease management
• Expert in healthy child monitoring for patients up to 18 years old
• Presented research on myoclonic epilepsy and metabolic disorders

Dr Cevat Azeroglu performs advanced diagnostic imaging for cardiovascular conditions at Ümran Tıp Merkezi. He provides the precise scans necessary for cardiac teams to plan complex heart surgeries.

• Specialises in CT and MRI imaging for cardiovascular and neurological conditions
• Uses vascular ultrasonography to assess blood flow and heart health
• Performs interventional radiology, providing minimally invasive options guided by imaging
• Supports surgical teams with accurate staging and diagnostic evaluations
• Completed his radiology specialisation at Ondokuz Mayıs University

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmology specialist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with over two decades of experience in microsurgery and eye health.

• Treats retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Performs phacoemulsification for cataracts using premium lens implants
• Uses laser techniques for correcting myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Manages glaucoma through both surgical and medical intervention
• Provides corneal transplants and management for keratoconus

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a general surgeon at Umran Tip Merkezi who specialises in laparoscopic and endocrine procedures. She focuses on minimally invasive techniques to ensure faster recovery times and less pain.

• Performs laparoscopic procedures – uses small incisions for quicker healing and minimal scarring
• Treats endocrine conditions involving the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Manages benign and malignant breast disorders using precise surgical intervention
• Trained at Haseki Training and Research Hospital 1st Surgical Clinic
• Provides emergency and trauma surgery for acute, life-threatening conditions

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on clinical nutrition for cardiovascular health.

• Designs personalised meal plans to manage heart disease and metabolic conditions
• Uses evidence-based nutrition to support recovery and long-term cardiac wellness
• Focuses on weight management to reduce strain on the cardiovascular system
• Provides tailored coaching for sustainable lifestyle changes after medical interventions

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior specialist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with a focus on dermato-oncology and surgical dermatology.

• Treats skin tumours through surgical interventions and diagnostic evaluation
• Provides specialised care for psoriasis, eczema, and chronic skin conditions
• Utilises laser therapies for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders
• Expertise includes geriatric dermatology for elderly patients with long-term issues

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Ümran Medical Centre with clinical expertise in surgical skin care and lesion management.

• Performs surgical excision of suspicious lesions to manage skin cancers
• Specialises in dermato-oncology for the early detection of skin tumours
• Treats medical skin conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and fungal infections
• Trained at the Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is a highly credentialed surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus with specialist fellowships from the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

• Specialises in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
• Fellowship trained at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Endocrine Surgery
• Member of the American College of Surgeons and Clinical Robotic Surgery Association
• Completed clinical research at the University of Ottawa in Canada
• Serves as Secretary General for the Endocrine Surgery Association

Professor Küçükaksu is a pioneer in cardiac surgery who established Turkey's first artificial heart programs. He currently directs the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Specialises in heart transplants and mechanical circulatory support systems like LVADs
• Performs coronary bypass and valve replacements using off-pump and hybrid techniques
• Expert in aortic repairs using EVAR and TEVAR – minimally invasive stent procedures
• Completed advanced fellowships in heart failure surgery across Germany, France, and the US
• Manages both adult and paediatric cardiac cases requiring complex surgical intervention