Best Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr. Faruk Gencoglu has participated in approximately 3,000 cardiovascular cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in adult coronary artery disease and complex heart valve surgeries. Dr. Gencoglu previously served as clinical chief of open heart surgery at Batman Training Hospital. He practice at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul known for high safety standards.

• Performs aortic, mitral, and tricuspid valve replacements and repairs.
• Treats peripheral vascular diseases and deep vein thrombosis.
• Expertise includes carotid surgery and aortic aneurysm repair.
• Manages venous insufficiency and varicose vein conditions.

Professor Emin Tireli focuses on the reconstruction of extremely complex heart defects in newborns and children at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Specialises in 'Swiss-cheese' and multiple muscular ventricular septal defects
• Maintains an active faculty position at the Istanbul School of Medicine
• Published over 100 articles on neonatal heart surgery and complex reconstructions
• Published research on off-pump surgical strategies for aortic coarctation and VSD
• Expertise includes the modified Nikaidoh procedure and complex arterial switch operations

Associate Professor Cenk Indelen is a highly regarded cardiovascular surgeon based at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with specialised expertise in complex cardiac repairs.

• Trained in robotic surgery at the renowned Orsi da Vinci Training Center in Belgium
• Performs septal defect repairs using minimally invasive techniques to improve recovery times
• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Serves as a peer reviewer for international cardiothoracic surgical journals
• Expert in blood conservation techniques to reduce surgical risks and improve patient outcomes

Professor Mert Yilmaz is a highly accomplished cardiovascular surgeon specialising in both adult and paediatric heart conditions at Kadikoy Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at the Royal South Hants Hospital in England and OLV Hospital in Belgium
• Head of Cardiovascular Surgery with extensive experience in paediatric cardiac repairs
• International member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons in the USA
• Published over 50 medical papers, including seven world-first clinical reports
• Board-certified specialist in both adult and paediatric cardiovascular surgery

Dr. Dogan Erdogan is a cardiologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He is a multiple Science Award winner and the youngest researcher to receive the Bayindir Science Award. Dr. Erdogan completed a clinical research fellowship at the Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Department. He treats complex conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmia.

• Expertise in stem cell therapy for heart disease and pulmonary hypertension.
• Performs high-precision procedures including TAVI, angioplasty, and 3D mapping ablation.
• Specializes in valvuloplasty and heart valve replacement for adults and children.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

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.

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.

Professor Jeong Yoon Kim serves as the Head of Pediatrics at Sejong Hospital – a dedicated cardiac centre specialising in congenital heart disease management.

• Trained at Severance Hospital, one of Korea's leading tertiary medical centres
• Specialises in accurate echocardiographic evaluation for infants and children
• Manages pre- and post-procedural care for structural cardiac abnormalities
• Leads a multidisciplinary team of surgeons and interventional cardiologists
• Expert in managing complex pediatric cases, including Kawasaki disease and arrhythmias

Dr Jieun Ban is a paediatric cardiology specialist at Bucheon Sejong Hospital focusing on the comprehensive management of congenital heart conditions. She works within a dedicated multidisciplinary team to coordinate complex surgical and interventional care for infants and children.

• Specialises in the diagnosis and long-term follow-up of ventricular septal defects
• Expert in echocardiographic assessment for precise pre-operative planning
• Collaborates closely with paediatric cardiac surgeons for post-procedural recovery
• Focuses on managing paediatric arrhythmias and rhythm disorders in young patients
• Highly regarded for clear communication with families regarding complex heart treatments

Professor Sungho Kim has performed over 1,200 paediatric and congenital cardiac interventions at Sejong Hospital. He is a senior specialist in managing complex heart abnormalities with a focus on non-surgical techniques.

• Specialises in catheter-based interventions to avoid open-heart surgery when possible
• Expert in treating atrial septal defect and tetralogy of Fallot
• Completed PhD at Hanyang University Graduate School specialising in cardiac care
• Provides long-term transition care for congenital heart patients from childhood into adulthood
• Recognised leader in Korean paediatric cardiac intervention and medical research

Professor Murat Ugurlucan is a highly distinguished cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital who reached the rank of Professor in 2020.

• Completed a specialised fellowship at the King Faisal Heart Institute’s cardiac centre
• Served as a research assistant at the University of Rostock’s cardiac surgery department in Germany
• Specialises in managing complex heart defects within academic university hospital settings
• Recognised with national awards for his research into cardiovascular tissue and stem cell regeneration
• Fluent in English, having completed his primary medical degree through an English-taught programme

Professor Cengiz Koksal is a heavyweight in cardiovascular surgery, having performed over 2,000 successful open-heart and vascular procedures throughout his career.

• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University – a major medical training centre
• Past President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association
• Recipient of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards
• International training across the UK, Germany, and Italy in advanced heart repair techniques
• Published over 80 peer-reviewed articles in international medical journals

Professor Didem Melis Oztas is an award-winning cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital. She earned her specialist credentials from the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Recognised with a national prize for cardiovascular research by the Society of Vascular Surgery
• Published academic research on tissue regeneration and cardiovascular outcomes
• Trained at major Turkish teaching hospitals including Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on both adult and paediatric cardiovascular surgical repairs

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.