Aortic Valve Insufficiency Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor David Saba is a senior cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with international training from the University of Hannover and Toronto General Hospital.

• Specialises in heart valve repair and replacement to restore normal blood flow
• Completed intensive training in heart transplantation and complex cardiac surgery
• Former Professor at Uludağ University where he trained the next generation of heart surgeons
• Member of elite international surgical programmes in Germany and Canada
• Focuses on surgical solutions for leaky valves and aortic root issues

• AREAS OF INTEREST
• Spine surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Childhood spinal diseases
• Degenerative spine diseases
• Lumbar cervical disc herniation
• Knee hip joint disorders
• Orthopedic trauma surgery

• Education and Specialization
• 2010 - Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
• 2016 - Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

• Experience
• 2016 - 2022 - Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2015 -2016 - Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA

• Courses and Certificates
• 13.12.2019-14.12.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 08.11.2019-10.11.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 31.08.2015-04.09.2015 Basic Microsurgery Course, MICROSURGERY EDUCATION-RESEARCH LABORATORY
• AO Trauma Course-Basic Principles of Fracture Management
• 07.06.2014-10.06.2014 Fracture Management, Kodi Kojima Chairperson AOTrauma Education Commission
• 01.03.2013-02.03.2013 Instrumentation in Arthroscopic Surgery

• Professional Memberships
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Medical Association - Istanbul Medical Chamber

Associate Professor Serkan Burc Deser is a cardiovascular specialist who trained at the Lenox Hill Hospital Aortic Wellness Centre in New York, focusing on valve-preserving surgery.

• Specialises in aortic valve-preserving surgery to repair the heart's natural valve rather than replacing it
• Trained in Europe and the USA in advanced endovascular techniques for complex aortic diseases
• Holds the Certificate of Proficiency from the Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Qualification Board
• Expert in treating aortic root issues and thoracoabdominal aneurysms using minimally invasive methods

Professor Dogan Erdogan is a highly credentialed cardiologist who refined his expertise in heart valve imaging at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship at the Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab
• Former Head of Cardiology at Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in echocardiography to assess heart valve function and leaks
• Achieved Associate Professorship at Baskent University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions

Professor Caner Topaloglu is a specialist in invasive cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on structural heart conditions and complex valve interventions.

• Manages aortic valve insufficiency and heart failure using catheter-based techniques
• Specialises in permanent cardiac pacemaker and defibrillator (ICD) implantation
• Performs balloon angioplasty and stenting for coronary and peripheral arteries
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Gokhan Albayrak is a cardiovascular specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with a strong academic background from Ege University.

• Specialises in heart valve surgery to repair or replace leaking aortic valves
• Expert in aortic surgery and complex coronary procedures for various heart conditions
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Published research on protecting the brain during heart-lung bypass procedures
• Recognised for work on preventing cell overgrowth after arterial surgery

Professor Faruk Hokenek is a leading cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with deep expertise in heart valve repair and replacement.

• Specialises in surgical correction of the aortic valve to restore proper blood flow
• Holds a Professor title from Istanbul University\'s prestigious Faculty of Medicine
• Practises at a major university hospital centre for complex cardiac cases
• Recognised for managing valvular heart disease across several top-tier medical groups

Professor Ahmet Ozkara is a senior cardiovascular specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a background in major artery surgery and arterial revascularisation.

• Specialises in major artery surgery including complex aortic valve repair and replacement
• Trained at Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology – Turkey's premier heart health centre
• Holds membership with the European Society of Vascular Surgery
• Published 24 papers in international medical journals on cardiac surgery outcomes
• Experienced in congenital heart surgery for patients with lifelong valve issues

Professor Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a respected Pediatric Cardiologist known for his skill in advanced heart procedures. He became an Associate Professor in 2011. In 2017, he was promoted to Professor. This shows his expertise and leadership in pediatric cardiology. Dr. Zeybek has performed many complex surgeries, such as heart valve replacements, open heart operations, and interventional procedures. His work has helped improve outcomes for children with heart conditions.

He has published many scientific articles and given several presentations. This shows his dedication to improving pediatric heart care. Dr. Zeybek’s qualifications and academic success make him a leading expert in his field.

Professor Murat Ugurlucan is a highly qualified cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital who completed international research at the University of Rostock in Germany.

• Specialises in heart valve repairs and complex cardiac surgery
• Held a clinical fellowship at the King Faisal Heart Institute
• Recognised with national awards for research into cardiovascular tissue recovery
• Professor at Biruni University where he trains the next generation of surgeons
• Expertise includes managing aortic valve disease and endovascular techniques