Best Heart Surgery Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr. Omer Faruk Oge is an ophthalmologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in surgeries for strabismus, cataracts, and retinal diseases. He is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. Dr. Oge also focuses on pediatric eye health and ocular aesthetics.

• Trained at the Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital.
• Treats complex conditions including amblyopia and retinal disorders.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Professor Ali Fedakar has performed over 4,000 open heart surgeries and pioneered several cardiovascular programmes across Turkey.

• Specialises in beating heart bypass surgery – a technique that avoids stopping the heart for better recovery
• Performs complex redo valve surgeries for patients requiring a second or third heart operation
• Served as primary surgeon for eight heart transplants and managed 40 donor retrievals
• Expert in treating aortic dissections and abdominal aortic aneurysms using minimally invasive methods

Dr. Thanaphat Pomyukon is a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital in Bangkok. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Chulalongkorn University. Dr. Pomyukon holds a Thai Board Diploma in General Surgery from Roi Et Hospital. He treats digestive system diseases, breast lumps, and gallstones.

• Specializes in surgical repair for hernias and hemorrhoid treatment.
• Performs gastrointestinal endoscopy, including gastroscopy and colonoscopy.
• Practices at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital, which holds American AACI accreditation.
• Works within a gastro-colonoscopic unit at a GHA-accredited facility.

Dr. Koravee Wirojskoolchai is a board-certified general surgeon at PMG Hospital in Bangkok. He earned his medical degree at Rangsit University. His primary certification comes from Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital, Royal Thai Navy Medical Department. Dr. Wirojskoolchai also holds certification in anti-aging and nutritional medicine.

• Trained in JCI Hospital Standards and International Healthcare Service Standards.
• Completed specialized training in medical informatics for hospital development.
• Participant in the Thai Chelation Medical Association’s therapy seminars.
• Works at PMG Hospital, which holds Global Healthcare Accreditation for international services.

Dr. Natthaphon Srithurawanit is a regenerative medicine specialist at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital in Bangkok. He integrates conventional and precision medicine to treat chronic non-communicable diseases. Dr. Srithurawanit focuses on reducing healing times through restorative techniques at a GHA-accredited facility.

• Performs stem cell therapy for tissue repair and anti-aging rejuvenation.
• Conducts aesthetic procedures including PRP therapy, Botox, and laser treatments.
• Provides precision medical screenings including basic and premium health check-ups.
• Works at an AACI-accredited hospital serving 50,000 international patients annually.

Dr Gencoglu has actively participated in over 3,000 cardiovascular surgeries. He is the former chief of open heart surgery at Batman Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in adult coronary artery disease and complex heart valve repairs
• Expert in aortic surgery and carotid procedures to improve blood flow
• Trained at the Istanbul Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute, a leading medical centre
• Treats peripheral vascular diseases and deep vein thrombosis without delay
• Provides comprehensive care for aortic, mitral, and tricuspid valve conditions

Professor Ustunsoy is a specialist in robotic heart surgery who trained at prestigious institutions including Columbia University and Geneva University.

• Performs minimally invasive cardiovascular procedures using small incisions for faster recovery
• Specialises in robotic-assisted heart surgery and pacemaker installations
• Former Head of the Lung Transplant Centre at Gaziantep University
• Member of the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation
• Collaborated with the German Heart Centre in Berlin on surgical outcomes

Dr Ergin Huniler is an experienced dentist at WestDent Clinic who holds a Master of Dentistry from Ege University.

• Specialises in aesthetic dentistry and prosthetic treatments using dental implants
• Completed postgraduate training in implant-supported restorations and smile design
• Gained clinical experience across university research centres and private dental hospitals
• Focuses on restoring dental function and appearance through modern prosthetics

Dr Keerapat Phiromkraiphakdi is an expert surgeon and medical professor at Srinakharinwirot University. He completed further specialist surgical training across multiple prestigious institutions in the United States.

• Trained at University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC)
• Hold degrees in both general and plastic surgery
• Consultant at the Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Member of the Thai Society of Plastic Surgeons
• Graduated from Vajira and Ramathibodi Hospitals

Professor Sagbas is a leading expert in robotic-assisted heart surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in using the Da Vinci Robotic System for complex cardiac repairs with smaller incisions.

• Performs minimally invasive aortic and mitral valve repairs for faster recovery
• Specialises in port access surgery and radiofrequency ablation for arrhythmias
• Trained at the Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic in Belgium, a top European cardiac centre
• Serves as a Professor at Istanbul Bilim University training new specialists