Arrhythmia Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Dogan Erdogan refined his expertise in cardiac imaging at the Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab in the United States. He currently leads specialist heart care at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialises in echocardiography to identify the precise source of irregular heart rhythms
• Former Associate Professor at Baskent University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of the region's most prestigious medical schools
• Expertise includes managing cardiac emergencies and complex heart conditions

Professor Fatih Koç trained in invasive cardiology at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic in the United States. He now leads cardiac care at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialises in invasive cardiology to treat heart rhythm disorders using minimally invasive techniques
• Former faculty member at Akdeniz University teaching the next generation of cardiologists
• Expertise in cardiac catheterisation for precise heart mapping and treatment
• Experienced in complex arrhythmia cases at major regional hospitals

Dr. Riza Turkoz is a cardiovascular and pediatric cardiac surgeon at Medical Park Antalya. He specializes in treating complex congenital heart conditions in both children and adults. Dr. Turkoz is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. He performs critical procedures like the Ross procedure, aortic valve replacement, and Tetralogy of Fallot surgery.

• Treats congenital heart diseases including atrial and ventricular septal defects.
• Performs open heart surgery, valvuloplasty, and cardiac valve reconstruction.
• Member of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Association.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

Dr. Rifat Eralp Ulusoy is a cardiologist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ulusoy has authored over 125 scientific papers with 1,400+ citations. He specializes in heart valve disease, hypertension, and cardiomyopathies. His training includes clinical roles at top medical centers in Turkey and the United States.

• Specializes in stress, transesophageal, and standard echocardiography imaging.
• Treats complex cases including heart tumors and heart disease during pregnancy.
• Manages cardiac health for cancer, dialysis, and chronic kidney failure patients.
• Treats heart valve infections and various pericardial diseases.

Dr. Erdal Aslim is an award-winning cardiovascular and vascular surgeon in Istanbul. He performs endovascular and open surgeries for heart and blood vessel disorders. Dr. Aslim has completed training in Austria and Turkey. He holds the Gore-Tex Young Researcher Award for his work in vascular surgery. You can find him at Central Hospital and his private clinic.

• Treats aortic aneurysms, carotid stenosis, and peripheral arterial disease.
• Winner of the Best Scientific Presentation Award for cardiology updates.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Works at a facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Dr. Ahn Taehun is a cardiologist (MD, PhD) and Director of a Cardiovascular Center. He specializes in coronary artery disease, including angina and myocardial infarction. He also treats hypertension, heart valve disease, heart failure, and hyperlipidemia. His expertise includes interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and cardiovascular imaging. He also manages atherosclerosis, arterial occlusive disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, and myocarditis.

He has held several leadership roles. He served as Chairman of the Board of the Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology (KSIC) and President of the Korean Society of Cardiology (KSC). He was Finance Director of the KSC. He led the Korean Vascular Intervention Society (KVIS) and the Korean Cardiovascular Complications Committee (KCCC) as President. He also chaired the Organizing Committee for ENCORE SEOUL (Endovascular & Coronary Revascularization).

Dr. Gokhan Bektasoglu is a cardiologist trained at the Faculties of Medicine of Hacettepe University and Cumhuriyet University. He has worked at Medicine Hospital (2014). He also served at Private European Dawn Hospital, Atrium Cardiology Center (2012–2014); Izmir Karşıyaka State Hospital (2011–2012); Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital (2011); and Uzunköprü State Hospital (2009–2011).

His clinical focus includes coronary and peripheral angiography with balloon and stent procedures. He performs carotid stenting, EVAR, and TEVAR. He is experienced in echocardiography and TEE. He manages device therapy (pacemaker, ICD, CRT) and arrhythmias. He treats heart failure. He performs ASD and VSD closure. He also offers valve therapies, including TAVI, mitral balloon valvuloplasty, and MitraClip. He has published in the American Journal of Cardiology, American Journal of Emergency Medicine, Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis, European Journal of Echocardiography, Bratislava Medical Journal, and International Journal of Angiology. He has presented at international cardiology meetings.

Dr. Murat Sunbul is a Professor of Cardiology at Istinye University, Topkapi Liv Hospital. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers in respected international medical journals. Dr. Sunbul specializes in complex coronary interventions and advanced cardiac imaging. He is an expert in structural heart disease treatments like TAVI and PFO closure.

• Performs carotid, peripheral, and renal artery interventions.
• Expert in coronary imaging using FFR, OCT, and IVUS techniques.
• Provides device therapies including LBB pacing, ICD, and CRT implantation.
• Treats complex conditions like pulmonary hypertension and chronic heart failure.

Professor Ertugrul Ercan is a highly qualified cardiologist who gained valuable professional experience in Melbourne and at the world-leading Cleveland Clinic.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and electrophysiology to treat heart rhythm disturbances
• Holds the prestigious European Cardiologist Diploma, recognising his expertise across Europe
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC)
• Expert in managing complex hypertension and atherosclerosis alongside cardiac arrhythmias
• Former Dean and Head of Cardiology at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University

Dr Mustafa Dogdus is a specialist cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on the electrical mapping and treatment of complex heart rhythm disorders.

• Performs electrophysiological studies (EPS) and ablation – heat-based treatments that fix irregular heartbeats without major surgery
• Implants ICD and CRT-D devices – high-tech pacemakers that prevent sudden heart failure and monitor heart rhythms
• Expert in treating atrial fibrillation – a common condition that can increase stroke risk if left unmanaged
• Trained at Ege University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties for cardiovascular education
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology Arrhythmia Working Group

Dr Humayun Kakar is an expert in managing complex heart rhythm issues and holds specialised training from the University of Zurich in Switzerland.

• Specialises in heart failure and rhythm management at Medical Point International Hospital
• Certified by the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI)
• Member of the American College of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology
• Experienced in minimally invasive procedures to stabilise irregular heartbeats
• Focuses on co-ordinating care for patients with both arrhythmia and heart failure

Associate Professor Cihan Altin trained at the world-leading Cleveland Clinic in interventional cardiology and manages complex heart rhythm disorders at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Treats irregular heartbeats using cryotherapy – applies extreme cold to disable tissue causing rhythm issues
• Performs pacemaker applications for patients with slow or unstable heart rates
• Specialises in renal denervation for resistant hypertension to improve cardiovascular health
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging

Dr Wissarut Sakulpaptong is a cardiology specialist at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, where he previously served as Chief Fellow after winning the Outstanding Medical Graduate Award.

• Specialises in echocardiography to identify structural heart issues that cause irregular heartbeat
• Uses 3D and transesophageal echocardiography for high-resolution visual mapping of heart valves
• Expert in managing patients on blood-thinning medication through his work with warfarin clinics
• Awards winner from the Heart Association of Thailand for his work in cardiac imaging
• Contributed to national clinical practice guidelines for complex medical management

Dr. Sungho Kim is a pediatric cardiologist at Sejong Hospital in Incheon. He has performed more than 1,200 pediatric and congenital cardiac interventions. Dr. Kim specializes in treating heart defects without open-heart surgery. He uses catheter-based methods for ASD, VSD, and tetralogy of Fallot.

• Earned MD, MS, and PhD degrees from Hanyang University.
• Treats complex congenital heart conditions in both children and adults.
• Performed over 1,200 minimally invasive cardiac procedures.
• Works at Sejong Hospital, a KOIHA-accredited facility in South Korea.