Hypertension Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Associate Professor Asim Enhos brings high-level academic expertise to the treatment of hypertension at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialises in cardiology with focus on managing blood pressure and heart health
• Previously served as Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University
• Trained at Istanbul Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital, a major cardiology hub
• Experienced in managing complex cases across several specialist Turkish public hospitals
• Recognised for clinical research in cardiovascular medicine and patient care protocols

Dr Ozkan Bekler is a heart health expert at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, specialising in the intersection of internal medicine and cardiology.

• Specialised in cardiology at Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on managing blood pressure through evidence-based cardiovascular protocols
• Served as a Specialist Doctor at Hatay Training and Research Hospital
• Held an academic staff position as a Cardiology Clinical Instructor
• Fellowship-trained in internal medicine for a holistic approach to patient care

Dr. Oh Dong Joo is a cardiologist at Na-Eun Hospital in Incheon. He is a prominent figure in South Korean cardiology. Dr. Oh specializes in coronary artery disease and heart failure. He has published over 380 medical works. His research includes 242 SCI-indexed international papers. Dr. Oh is an emeritus professor at Korea University.

• Served as President of the Korean Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.
• Former Chairman of the Korean Society of Cardiology.
• Trained as a fellow at Emory University and Cornell University in the US.
• Directs the Cardiovascular Research Institute at Korea University.

Professor Gokhan Ertas is a highly credentialed cardiologist at Liv Hospital Ulus with specialist research background from the Thorax Center in Rotterdam.

• Maintains a strong focus on pulmonary hypertension and difficult cardiovascular cases
• Uses 24 to 48 hour blood pressure holters for precise diagnosis
• Specialises in interventional cardiology including stent placements and catheterisation
• Trained at the Siyami Ersek Training and Research Hospital as a Chief Assistant
• Contributes to medical education as a Professor of Cardiology at leading institutions

Associate Professor Ratanapunt Incharoensakdi founded Thailand's first specialised heart centre and pioneered non-invasive cardiac care. He currently leads hypertension and heart health management at the Longa Heart Health Medical Center.

• Specialises in preventative cardiology to manage high blood pressure before complications arise
• Trained in advanced cardiology at the University of Hamburg and Kyoto University
• Focuses on non-invasive treatments, including tailored cardiac rehabilitation and holistic revitalization programmes
• Board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Cardiology by the Thai Medical Council

Professor Ertugrul Okuyan is the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and a leading expert in managing complex cardiovascular conditions.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and structural heart disease assessment
• Uses arterial blockage screening and Holter monitoring for precise diagnosis
• Performs coronary balloon and stent interventions for heart health
• Serves as a senior faculty member at Istanbul Medipol University
• Directs patient care at the JCI-accredited Medipol Health Group

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 Deniz Suha Kucukaksu leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre at Baskent University Istanbul Hospital. He specialises in complex cases where high blood pressure has led to severe heart failure or vascular damage.

• Performs aortic repairs using EVAR and TEVAR – minimally invasive techniques to fix weakened arteries using stents
• Specialises in coronary bypass and valve surgery to manage complications from long term hypertension
• Trained in heart failure surgery through fellowships in Germany, France, and the United States
• Pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programmes in Turkey

Associate Professor Akin Torun specialises in cardiovascular health and preventive medicine at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul – a high-end facility focused on heart care.

• Manages hypertension alongside cholesterol disorders for comprehensive heart risk reduction
• Focuses on preventive medicine to reduce long-term reliance on heavy medication
• Specialises in cardiac rehabilitation and sports cardiology for active patients
• Former cardiologist at Sultan Abdulhamid Khan Training and Research Hospital

Professor Catakoglu specialises in renal denervation at Liv Hospital Ulus – a procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to treat resistant high blood pressure.

• Performed internal medicine rotations at St Georges Hospital in London
• Former Professor at Istanbul Bilim University Heart Centre
• Certified in interventional cardiology and stent procedures in France and Switzerland
• Expert in high-resolution coronary imaging and physiological examinations

Professor Emrah Ozdemir is a specialist in interventional cardiology at Biruni University Hospital, with thousands of cases handled at leading cardiac centres.

• Trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital – a recognised Turkish reference centre for complex heart and vascular cases
• Specialises in interventional procedures including radial angiography through the arm for faster patient recovery
• Manages coronary and peripheral vascular issues that contribute to difficult blood pressure cases
• Faculty member at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine – helps train the next generation of cardiologists
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Okay Abaci is a senior cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital. He authored over 100 research papers on cardiovascular health.

• Specialises in managing high blood pressure linked to arterial disease
• Trained in peripheral arterial interventions at the Academia in Italy
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
• Expert in heart angiography and vascular monitoring protocols
• Member of the European Association for Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions

Associate Professor Cuneyt Kocas is a senior cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital with over a decade of specialist expertise at the Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and manages complex cases of high blood pressure
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology, a leading body for cardiac standards
• Member of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions
• Trained at the Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical facilities