Atrial fibrillation Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Professor Gokhan Ertas is a highly credentialed cardiologist at Liv Hospital Ulus who treats complex rhythm disorders like Atrial Fibrillation.

• Specialises in cardioversion to restore normal heart rhythm using controlled electrical shocks
• Uses transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) for detailed heart imaging before procedures
• Completed a high-level research fellowship at the Erasmus MC Thorax Center in the Netherlands
• Expertise includes managing Wolf-Parkinson-White Syndrome and other heart electricity issues
• Provides 48-hour rhythm Holter monitoring for accurate diagnosis of intermittent heart flutters

Professor Catakoglu is a leading interventional cardiologist at Liv Hospital Ulus with training from the University of London. He specialises in complex heart procedures to manage stroke risks associated with atrial fibrillation.

• Performs left atrial appendage closure to prevent blood clots without long-term blood thinners
• Expert in percutaneous mitral valve repair using Mitra-Clip to fix leaky valves without open surgery
• Former Associate Professor at Istanbul Bilim University – a top-tier medical training institution
• Certified in Switzerland for TAVI – a key procedure for cardiac valve replacement

Associate Professor Akin Torun focuses on sports cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He manages complex heart rhythm issues for active patients looking to maintain peak performance.

• Specialises in sports cardiology – helps athletes manage heart conditions while continuing their training Safely
• Expertise in cardiovascular disease prevention – focuses on healthy living to reduce long-term heart risks
• Trained at Kocaeli University – one of Turkey's established medical teaching institutions
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Küçükaksu is a pioneer in mechanical circulatory support who leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Specialises in hybrid cardiovascular procedures for complex structural heart issues
• Performs valve replacements and aortic repairs using minimally invasive techniques
• Completed international fellowships in heart failure surgery across Germany, France, and the USA
• Founding member of professional societies dedicated to artificial organ systems
• Expert in reoperations for patients requiring secondary cardiac interventions

Dr. Tatiana Zhelninova-Bosch is a cardiologist and regenerative medicine specialist at The Demarest Clinic in Phuket. She is a recognized leader in stem cell therapy and clinical trial management. Dr. Zhelninova-Bosch previously served as the Chief Physician and Medical Director of Hadassah Medical Moscow. She treats complex conditions like atherosclerosis, heart failure, and pulmonary hypertension.

• Uses donor and autologous stem cells for heart disease and anti-aging.
• Winner of a Certificate of Honor from the Russian Ministry of Health.
• Former General Manager of Hadassah University Hospital Health Plus in the Middle East.
• Works at Thailand’s first clinic sanctioned for allogeneic stem cell therapy.

Professor Hasan Yucel has performed over 10,000 valve replacement surgeries with minimal complications. He leads the cardiology team at Medicana Sivas Hospital, focusing on complex rhythm disorders.

• Specialises in managing atrial fibrillation and other heart rhythm irregularities
• Published extensive research on cardiac outcomes in national and international journals
• Presents frequently as a guest speaker at major scientific heart meetings
• Experienced in treating heart failure and valve disease alongside rhythm issues
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine in Istanbul

Professor Engin Bozkurt is the founding head of cardiology at Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University – a leading medical faculty where he trains the next generation of heart specialists.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and heart rhythm management at Medicana International
• Former head of cardiology at Ankara Ataturk Education and Research Hospital
• Lead cardiologist for multiple university hospital cardiac departments
• Focuses on catheter-based treatments for complex heart rhythm disorders

Professor Yunus Keser Yilmaz combines his background as a cardiovascular surgeon with integrative medicine to manage heart rhythm issues.

• Specialises in cardiovascular surgery and complementary therapies for heart health
• Authored over 100 scientific papers in international medical journals
• Holds 20 specific certifications in specialized cardiovascular surgical techniques
• Integrates ozone therapy and phytotherapy to support patient recovery
• Focuses on combining surgical expertise with holistic heart care protocols