Cardiology Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Ibrahim Halil Tanboga has performed 1,100+ cardiac treatments and completed advanced heart valve fellowship training at London's St Thomas Hospital.

• Specialises in TAVI and mitral balloon valvuloplasty to repair heart valves without open surgery
• Uses IVUS and OCT imaging – high-resolution internal scans for more precise stent placement
• Maintains a PhD in Biostatistics to ensure all treatments are strictly evidence-based
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and electrophysiological studies to treat complex heart rhythm disorders
• Expert in treating congenital structural conditions like ASD and PDA in adult patients

Associate Professor Dr Burak Teymen is a heart and vascular disease expert at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He trained at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology to treat blocked or narrowed arteries
• Performs coronary angiography to visualise blood flow in the heart
• Expert in balloon angioplasty and stent placement to restore vessel function
• Focuses on the latest diagnostic and treatment methods for heart health
• Graduate of Tarsus American College with high-level medical training

Dr Remziye Dogan has performed over 900 cardiac procedures and currently leads cardiology services at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in coronary artery interventions including stent placement and balloon angioplasty
• Expert in transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) for detailed heart imaging via the oesophagus
• Manages complex heart failure and pulmonary hypertension using evidence-based protocols
• Provides diagnostic holter monitoring and specialised care for heart rhythm disorders

Associate Professor Fatih Mehmet Ucar leads the Electrophysiology and Device Therapy Department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in heart rhythm disorders after completing intensive training at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic.

• Expert in radiofrequency ablation and cardiac device implantations for complex arrhythmias
• Trained in advanced electrophysiology at Lübeck Hospital in Germany
• Board-certified by the Turkish Board for Accreditation in Cardiology
• Member of the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA)

Professor Bingur Sonmez is the Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Memorial Sisli Hospital. He previously served as Chief Resident of Cardiovascular Surgery at St Thomas Hospital in London.

• Specialises in surgical treatments for heart and blood vessel conditions
• Former Head of Surgical Sciences at Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Served as a cardiovascular specialist at the Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology
• Trained at the prestigious Gulhane Military Medical Academy

Professor Saglam is the Head of Cardiology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specialises in minimally invasive endovascular repairs and cardiac interventions.

• Performs balloon valvuloplasty to repair heart valves using catheters instead of open surgery
• Specialises in endovascular repair for abdominal aortic aneurysms to prevent life-threatening ruptures
• Expert in coronary artery disease imaging using advanced stress tests and Holter monitoring
• Former Associate Professor at Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialisation Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Gokhan Ertas is a Professor of Cardiology at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has published 52 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Ertas treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, and heart valve disorders. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high success rates in cardiovascular care.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and Turkish Society of Cardiology.
• Performs heart valve replacement and coronary stenting.
• Completed a research fellowship at the Thorax Center in the Netherlands.
• Contributed to three medical books on cardiovascular medicine.

Dr. Servet Izci is a cardiologist with 24 years of clinical practice. He earned his MD at Fırat University (1996–2002). He completed a cardiology residency at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital (2010–2015). He worked as a consultant cardiologist at Kartal Koşuyolu (2015–2025) and Pendik Medical Park (2025–2026). He now practices at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2026–present). He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Clinical focus: coronary angiography and stenting via radial access. He also performs peripheral and carotid artery interventions. He manages arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and heart failure. Scientific output: three publications. Topics include catestatin as a predictor of mortality in acute pulmonary embolism, ECG changes during alcohol withdrawal, and the increased risk of high‑grade AV block in non‑O blood types.

Dr Naci Erciyes Yagan is a senior cardiovascular surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital, specialising in complex heart and chest operations.

• Performs surgical treatments for coronary artery and heart valve diseases
• Consults on cardiovascular cases requiring surgical intervention
• Practiced at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a major Turkish cardiac centre
• Focuses on surgical pathways for patients with pulmonary and chest conditions

Professor Onan is a leader in heart surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, having published 150 papers on cardiovascular diseases and valve repairs.

• Specialises in mitral valve repair and coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG)
• Trained in robotic heart surgery in France and valve repair in Belgium
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for aortic and abdominal aortic aneurysms
• Current member of the EACTS Robotic Cardiac Surgery Group
• Previously chaired the Ethics Committee at a major research and training centre

Dr Keerapat Phiromkraiphakdi is a specialist plastic surgeon who holds senior academic roles at Srinakharinwirot University and the Irrigation Department.

• Specialises in aesthetic and cosmetic plastic surgery procedures
• Trained in general and plastic surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Completed professional surgical training in the United States
• Member of the Thai Society of Plastic Surgeons
• Consultant at the Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Dr. Nermina Alagic is an attending cardiologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She specializes in cardiac imaging at this Johns Hopkins Medicine affiliate. Dr. Alagic has extensive training in 2D and 3D transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography. She completed clinical research at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Echo Lab.

• Full member of the European Society of Cardiology.
• Completed an interventional cardiology observership at Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney.
• Published research in the Journal of Biomedical Optics and PNAS.
• Silver member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging.

Professor Veysel Temizkan is a leading cardiovascular surgery specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He has dedicated over 15 years to treating complex heart and vascular conditions.

• Specialises in surgical treatments for heart disease and blood vessel disorders
• Served as a Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Managed large-scale medical operations as a former Infirmary Chief Physician
• Focuses on surgical interventions to improve patient cardiovascular health

Professor Ertan Okmen is a pioneer in onco-cardiology and founded one of the first dedicated departments for heart health in cancer patients in 2011.

• Holds a Cardio-Oncology Certification from the European Society of Cardiology
• Specialises in interventional cardiology including stent placement through the wrist artery
• Trained in heart failure and transplantation at Johns Hopkins University in the US
• Researched left ventricular assist devices at the Texas Heart Institute
• Honorary Member of the International Cardioncology Society

Professor Yildiz is a leading cardiology expert at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital and a former Chief Physician at the world-renowned Istanbul University Cardiology Institute.

• Specialises in managing coronary artery disease and irregular heart rhythms like atrial fibrillation
• Conducted a major study on coronary artery anomalies involving over 12,000 heart patients
• Uses evidence-based protocols for cholesterol management to improve blood vessel health
• Holds a Master's degree in Healthcare Management from Beykent University
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Ibrahim Sari completed a specialized fellowship at the University of Virginia. He currently treats patients at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital with a focus on evidence-based heart health.

• Holds a European Heart Failure Diploma from the University of Zurich
• Authored over 160 international papers with 3,870 citations by other experts
• Participated in 10 major multicentre international clinical studies
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Heart Failure Association

Professor Davran Cicek is a cardiology specialist at Memorial Antalya Hospital with prestigious international training from the Cleveland Clinic in the USA.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and heart health management
• Served as a Professor at Alaaddin Keykubat University Faculty of Medicine
• Gained specialised expertise at the Cleveland Clinic – a top-ranked heart centre
• Held senior cardiology roles across academic and military medical facilities
• Focuses on diagnosing and treating various cardiovascular conditions

Professor Sahin Kaplan is an interventional cardiology specialist who honed his expertise at London’s Royal Brompton Hospital – a world leader in heart health.

• Performed over 1,100 cardiovascular procedures including complex stent placements
• Specialises in bifurcation lesions – treating blocked arteries where they branch off
• Experts in radiofrequency ablation – using heat to treat heart rhythm disorders
• Published 30+ research papers on coronary artery disease and outcomes