Coronary angiography Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Samet Erinc is an orthopedic spine surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic knee prosthesis and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Erinc trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA. He specializes in treating pediatric scoliosis and degenerative spine diseases.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Treats childhood spinal diseases, including kyphosis and disk herniation.
• Completed Eurospine accredited modules through the Turkish Spine Society.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Associate Professor Hakan Ucar is a highly decorated cardiologist and former Head of Cardiology who specialises in complex interventional procedures at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Holds a European Society of Cardiology Board Certification, a premier standard for cardiac care in Europe
• Successfully uses the 'flower petal' technique for difficult coronary artery lesions
• Expert in complex coronary and heart valve interventions, including TAVI and balloon procedures
• Authored chapters in the Practical Handbook of Advanced Interventional Cardiology on valvuloplasty techniques
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Istanbul Medical Chamber

Associate Professor Dogan Erdogan brings international expertise to Medical Park Antalya, having completed a prestigious fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Specialised in cardiology at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's oldest medical institutions
• Conducted advanced cardiac research at the Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab
• Previously served as a senior cardiologist at several major university research centres
• Maintains a clinical focus on non-invasive diagnostics and interventional cardiology

Dr. Riza Turkoz is a cardiovascular and pediatric cardiac surgeon at Medical Park Antalya. He specializes in treating complex congenital heart conditions in both children and adults. Dr. Turkoz is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. He performs critical procedures like the Ross procedure, aortic valve replacement, and Tetralogy of Fallot surgery.

• Treats congenital heart diseases including atrial and ventricular septal defects.
• Performs open heart surgery, valvuloplasty, and cardiac valve reconstruction.
• Member of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Association.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

Dr. Kochamarj Boonyarattaphun is a cardiologist at PMG Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in transradial coronary angioplasty and coronary catheterization. He uses intravascular optical coherence tomography (OCT) to assess coronary lesions. This imaging technology allows for precise evaluation within the blood vessels.

• Completed a Fellowship in Cardiology at Khon Kaen University.
• Treats coronary artery disease using balloon angioplasty and stenting.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including echocardiography and coronary angiography.
• Works at PMG Hospital, a facility accredited by the Global Healthcare Accreditation Program.

Dr. Ilhan Mavioglu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Outpatient Clinic. He performs minimally invasive anaortic coronary bypass and awake carotid surgery. Dr. Mavioglu holds a Professorship from Düzce University and trained at Great Ormond Street Hospital. He specializes in total arterial revascularization and complex endovascular interventions.

• Certified in robotic mitral valve repair and endovascular surgical techniques.
• Performs EVAR, FEVAR, and CERAB procedures for peripheral vascular conditions.
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Surgery.
• Maintains over 400 scientific publications in journals like J Card Surg.

Dr. Ahn Taehun is a cardiologist (MD, PhD) and Director of a Cardiovascular Center. He specializes in coronary artery disease, including angina and myocardial infarction. He also treats hypertension, heart valve disease, heart failure, and hyperlipidemia. His expertise includes interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and cardiovascular imaging. He also manages atherosclerosis, arterial occlusive disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, and myocarditis.

He has held several leadership roles. He served as Chairman of the Board of the Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology (KSIC) and President of the Korean Society of Cardiology (KSC). He was Finance Director of the KSC. He led the Korean Vascular Intervention Society (KVIS) and the Korean Cardiovascular Complications Committee (KCCC) as President. He also chaired the Organizing Committee for ENCORE SEOUL (Endovascular & Coronary Revascularization).

Professor Murat Sunbul is a leading interventional cardiologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, specialising in complex imaging and structural heart interventions.

• Expert in advanced coronary imaging techniques including OCT, IVUS, and FFR for precise vessel assessment
• Highly skilled in structural heart procedures such as PFO and ASD closures
• Maintains an active academic profile with over 100 scientific publications in peer-reviewed international journals
• Previously served as Professor of Cardiology at the Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs specialised treatments for heart valve diseases, including TAVI and other valve interventions

Professor Byung Hee Oh is a former President of the Korean Society of Cardiology with deep expertise in managing complex coronary artery disease. He previously served as the Director of the Cardiovascular Centre at Seoul National University Hospital.

• Trained at Seoul National University – Koreas top-ranked medical institution
• Specialises in managing advanced cardiovascular diseases and post-infarction complications
• Authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications within international cardiology journals
• Former Head of the Division of Cardiology at a major tertiary medical centre
• Focuses on precise diagnostic evaluation for long-term heart disease management

Professor Kyung Hee Kim leads the Cardiology department at Incheon Sejong Hospital and holds a PhD from Seoul National University, South Korea's top medical school.

• Completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States
• Appointed to the American Heart Association's Clinical Cardiology Membership Committee
• Directs the Heart Transplantation Centre focusing on high-risk cardiovascular cases
• Specialises in complex diagnostics for genetic heart disorders and valvular disease
• Contributes to international guidelines for heart failure and pulmonary hypertension treatment

Professor Min Jeong Kim is an interventional cardiology specialist at Incheon Sejong Hospital, one of South Korea's premier centres for advanced heart care.

• Earned both her medical degree and PhD from the prestigious Seoul National University College of Medicine
• Expert in performing coronary angiography and complex percutaneous coronary interventions
• Specialises in precise risk stratification and evidence-based treatment for coronary artery disease
• Active member of multidisciplinary cardiac teams integrating imaging and interventional services

Dr. Oh Dongju, MD, PhD, is a cardiologist. He specializes in hypertension, hyperlipidemia, angina, myocardial infarction, valvular disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, and myocarditis. His work also covers atherosclerosis and arterial occlusive disease. He is skilled in echocardiography and cardiovascular imaging.

He completed a cardiology fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine. He also served as a Clinical Instructor at the Cornell University Weill Department of Medicine. He has held many leadership roles. He served as President, KSIC; Director of Publications, General Affairs, and Public Relations, KSC; Chairman, KACG; Board Member, Asan Heart Foundation; Vice President, KHA; Chairman, Division of Cardiology, KAIM; Vice President, NAMOK/KAMS; Governor, ACC Korea Chapter; and Member, the National Bioethics Committee.

Professor Oguzhan Yucel is a senior interventional cardiologist at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cardiovascular occlusion and coronary angiography.

• Specialises in managing acute heart attacks and chronic coronary artery disease
• Expertise in interventional rhythm disorder treatments and cardiac valve assessments
• Focuses on hyperlipidemia and hypertension to prevent future cardiac events
• Highly skilled in performing catheter-based heart interventions and diagnostic imaging

Dr Ravan Israfilov is a cardiology specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on diagnosing complex cardiovascular occlusions.

• Trained at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine in cardiology
• Expertise in identifying heart rhythm disorders and congenital heart disease
• Manages hypertension and high cholesterol to reduce cardiovascular risks
• Specialises in heart failure diagnosis and structured treatment programmes