Coronary artery disease Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Associate Professor Cihan Altin is a Cleveland Clinic-trained interventional cardiologist who specialises in advanced techniques to restore blood flow to the heart.

• Trained in interventional cardiology at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic in the USA
• Performs coronary balloon stent procedures to open blocked arteries without major surgery
• Treats complex cardiovascular occlusions and aortic vein aneurysms
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
• Expert in renal denervation, a specialised procedure for treating resistant high blood pressure

Professor Oguzhan Yucel is a senior interventional cardiologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex coronary artery obstructions and heart attack management.

• Performs coronary angiography to visualise heart vessel blockages clearly
• Uses minimally invasive interventions to open clogged arteries without open surgery
• Manages coronary artery disease alongside hypertension and high cholesterol
• Focuses on restoring blood flow to prevent further heart muscle damage
• Expertise includes treating various rhythm disorders and heart valve diseases

Professor Oguzhan Yucel serves as a leading specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on interventional treatments for cardiovascular occlusions and heart attacks.

• Specialises in coronary angiography to identify and treat blocked heart arteries
• Manages complex cases involving heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders
• Uses interventional techniques to restore blood flow without major open surgery
• Focuses on co-managing hypertension and high cholesterol to prevent recurrent heart events

Dr Mutlu Cicek leads the cardiology team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cardiovascular occlusion and heart attack management.

• Specialises in treating coronary artery disease using evidence-based protocols to manage artery blockages
• Manages hypertension and hyperlipidemia to lower the risk of further cardiac events
• Treats heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders that often complicate coronary cases
• Expertise extends to cervical and leg vascular diseases for comprehensive circulatory health
• Uses modern diagnostic tools to assess heart failure severity and guide treatment

Dr Ravan Israfilov leads the cardiology team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular occlusion.

• Treats cardiovascular occlusion using interventional techniques to restore blood flow to the heart
• Specialises in managing coronary artery disease alongside complex conditions like hypertension and heart failure
• Trained at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, a major Turkish clinical and academic teaching centre
• Provides targeted care for heart rhythm disorders and lipid management to prevent disease progression

Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a professor and pediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in complex heart procedures for children. These include heart valve replacements and open heart surgery. Dr. Zeybek earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He later completed a fellowship at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital.

• Performs interventional procedures like radiofrequency ablation and coronary stenting.
• Treats congenital conditions including Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Expertise in cardiac valve plastic surgery and aortic aneurysm repair.
• Works at Uniqacare Clinic, which serves 433,000 patients annually.

Associate Professor Asim Enhos is a senior cardiology specialist at Medipol Acibadem, bringing academic expertise to complex heart care.

• Held a long-term teaching role at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University
• Trained other cardiologists in coronary intervention and heart health
• Fellow of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Specialises in managing blockages using minimally invasive catheter techniques
• Expert in treating patients with high-risk coronary artery disease

Professor Ertugrul Okuyan is the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and a leading expert in interventional treatments for blocked arteries.

• Specialises in balloon and stent interventions to restore blood flow without open surgery
• Expert in CT angiography and cardiac MRI for precise diagnosis of artery blockages
• Manages complex structural heart disease and adult congenital conditions at Medipol Health Group
• Faculty member at Istanbul Medipol University training the next generation of cardiologists
• Fellowship trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology

Professor Cengiz Koksal has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular surgeries. He currently leads the cardiovascular team at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialises in minimally invasive coronary bypass surgery using smaller incisions for quicker recovery
• Expert in carotid artery surgery to prevent strokes and improve blood flow to the brain
• Previous Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University faculty of medicine
• Awarded Physician of the Year at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association

Professor Mehmet Marasli is a dedicated cardiology specialist at Avicenna International Hospital with a strong background in clinical medicine and cardiac care.

• Trained at the prestigious Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialist cardiology training at Cumhuriyet University
• Focuses on managing chronic heart conditions and arterial health
• Experienced in both regional clinical practice and international hospital settings

Professor Ratanapunt Incharoensakdi founded Thailand's first specialised heart centre and pioneered non-invasive treatments for coronary artery disease.

• Treats blocked arteries using stem cell therapy and interventional cardiology methods
• Completed advanced heart training at the University of Hamburg in Germany
• Former senior cardiologist at top-tier facilities Bumrungrad and Bangkok Hospital
• Specialises in cardiac rehabilitation and holistic revitalization programmes for heart recovery
• Fellow of Kyoto University in Japan focusing on cardiac care

Professor Ozkan Bekler is a specialist cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, where he focuses on internal medicine and heart health.

• Trained at Gazi University and Mustafa Kemal University in cardiac care
• Served as academic staff at Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in managing coronary artery disease through non-surgical medical interventions
• Refined clinical skills at the Hatay Training and Research Hospital

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.