Arrhythmia Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Dr Manoon Somranthin is a highly qualified cardiothoracic surgeon who completed a prestigious cardiovascular medicine research fellowship at Stanford University.

• Specialises in permanent pacemaker implantation to regulate heart rhythms
• Expert in cardiovascular surgery and managing advanced heart failure
• Performs PTCA to open blocked heart arteries using small catheters
• Uses cardiac MRI and intravascular ultrasound for precise heart imaging
• Trained at Siriraj Hospital, one of Thailand's oldest medical schools

Dr Charoenpanichkit is a dedicated cardiologist at Bumrungrad International Hospital – a facility known for managing complex heart rhythm disorders.

• Specialises in cardiology with a focus on heart rhythm management
• Practises at a major international heart centre in Bangkok
• Part of a multidisciplinary team treating diverse arrhythmia cases

Professor Catakoglu is a specialist in interventional cardiology at Liv Hospital Ulus. He focuses on restoring heart health through minimally invasive procedures that avoid traditional open-heart surgery.

• Performs left atrial appendage closure to reduce stroke risks in arrhythmia patients
• Trained at St George's Hospital in London – a major UK teaching centre
• Specialises in Mitra-Clip repair for leaky heart valves via small punctures
• Uses intra-coronary imaging like OCT for precise physiological heart examinations
• Expert in TAVI procedures for non-surgical heart valve replacement

Professor Akin Torun brings high-level expertise from Sultan Abdulhamid Khan Training and Research Hospital to his cardiology practice at Liv Hospital.

• Specialises in managing cardiovascular diseases and complex hypertension cases
• Focuses on preventive medicine to reduce long-term cardiac risks
• Evaluates athletic performance and heart health for competitive sports
• Completed specialist cardiology training at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• Practises at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul – a high-tech multidisciplinary medical centre

Professor Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is a pioneer in cardiac surgery and leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Treats arrhythmia through hybrid cardiovascular procedures and complex cardiac reoperations
• Specialises in aortic repair using EVAR and TEVAR – minimally invasive stent-grafting for heart vessels
• Pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programmes in Turkey
• Completed specialist fellowships in Germany, France, and the United States
• Directs the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre – a leading facility for severe heart failure

Amar Prabhudesai works as a cardiologist at Manipal Hospitals, focusing on heart rhythm management and cardiac diagnostics.

• Treats arrhythmia cases using evidence-based clinical protocols
• Part of the specialist cardiology team at a JCI-accredited hospital group
• Manages patient care within one of India's largest healthcare networks

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Professor Dursun Aras is a senior cardiology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with deep expertise in managing complex heart rhythm disorders.

• Specialises in cardiology at one of Turkey's leading university training hospitals
• Former lead specialist at Ankara City Hospital cardiology clinic
• Managed high-volume cases at the Turkey Higher Specialisation Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in diagnostic and interventional procedures for irregular heartbeats
• Academic leader training the next generation of cardiologists in rhythm management

Professor Hasan Yucel has performed over 10,000 valve replacement surgeries with minimal complications. He leads the cardiology department at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Specialises in managing complex rhythm disorders and heart failure
• Completed his specialist medical training at Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine
• Regular guest speaker at international scientific meetings and continuing education programmes
• Published extensive research on clinical cardiology in global medical journals
• Uses targeted protocols for managing cholesterol-related heart conditions

Professor Yilmaz Yozgat is a leading specialist in paediatric cardiology at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He focuses on heart rhythm issues in children.

• Specialises in managing complex heart conditions in infants and adolescents
• Trained at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy in paediatric cardiology
• Former staff member at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes aviation medicine related to heart health in younger patients
• Provides care for rhythm disruptions at a major university hospital research centre

Dr. Ismail Oral Hastaoglu graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center in 2005. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EACTS, ESVS, UVCD, the Phlebology Association, and TKDCD.

Dr. Hastaoglu specializes in coronary bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, congenital heart diseases, heart tumors, and aneurysm treatments. He also has experience in carotid artery operations, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease management, and AV fistula procedures. He has made important contributions to cardiovascular surgery.

Professor Kocaman is a specialist in cardiac electrophysiology who focuses on identifying and fixing irregular heart rhythms at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Performs electrophysiological studies (EPS) to map the heart's electrical system and pinpoint rhythm issues
• Specialises in ablation therapy – a procedure that uses heat or cold to neutralise tissue causing heart flutters
• Expertise in cardiac pacemaker implantation and long-term device management for heart block and bradycardia
• Recognised Professor with research published in leading international medical journals
• Member of prestigious national and international scientific cardiology societies