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Faruk Gencoglu

  • 4.6 Excellent 236 reviews
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Op. Dr. Faruk Gençoğlu completed his medical faculty career, which he started at Samsun 19 Mayıs University, by joining the academic staff of Istanbul Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute in 2015 and receiving his specialization in 2020. Gençoğlu, who actively took part in approximately 3 thousand cases during this process; He has performed surgery for adult cardiovascular diseases such as adult coronary artery disease, heart valve diseases (aortic-mitral-tricuspid), aortic surgery, carotid surgery, peripheral vascular diseases, venous insufficiency (varicose veins), deep vein thrombosis. Gençoğlu, who restarted cardiac surgery at Batman Training and Research Hospital in 2021, served as the clinical chief of open heart surgery for 2 years. 

    FIELDS OF MEDICAL INTERESTS

    Adult coronary artery disease,

    Heart valve diseases (aortic-mitral-tricuspid)

    Aortic surgery,

    carotid surgery,

    Peripheral vascular diseases,

    Venous insufficiency (varicose veins),

    deep vein thrombosis

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Emin Tireli

  • Leading doctor for Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery
  • 39 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital
  • 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
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Mert Yilmaz

  • 4.9 Excellent 55 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • 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
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Dogan Erdogan

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 31 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Education and Specialization

    • 1989 - 1995 Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
    • Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – Specialization
    • 2006 - Associate Professorship, Başkent University Faculty of Medicine

    Experience

    • 1995 - 1996 - Assistant Doctor, Emergency Department, Ardahan State Hospital
    • 1996 - 1997 - Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine
    • 1997 - 2002 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
    • 2002 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
    • 2003 - 2007 - Başkent University Konya Research and Application Center
    • 2007 - 2012 - Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
    • 2012 - 2017 - Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
    • 2013 - 2014 - Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab, Rochester, MN, USA
    • 2017 - 2020 - ASV Yaşam Hospital
    • 2020 - 2021 - Antalya Anadolu Hospital

    Education and Specialization

    • 1989 - 1995 Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
    • Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – Specialization
    • 2006 - Associate Professorship, Başkent University Faculty of Medicine

    Experience

    • 1995 - 1996 - Assistant Doctor, Emergency Department, Ardahan State Hospital
    • 1996 - 1997 - Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine
    • 1997 - 2002 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
    • 2002 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
    • 2003 - 2007 - Başkent University Konya Research and Application Center
    • 2007 - 2012 - Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
    • 2012 - 2017 - Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
    • 2013 - 2014 - Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab, Rochester, MN, USA
    • 2017 - 2020 - ASV Yaşam Hospital
    • 2020 - 2021 - Antalya Anadolu Hospital
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Riza Turkoz

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 39 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Education and Specialization

    • 1982 - 1987: Ege University Faculty of Medicine
    • 1987 - 1993: İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital – Specialization

    Experience

    • 1993 - 1996: İzmir Atatürk State Hospital – Specialist Doctor
    • 1996 - 1998: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine – Assistant Professor
    • 1998 - 2001: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professor
    • 2001 - 2005: Başkent University Adana Practice and Research Hospital – Associate Professor
    • 2006 - 2007: Başkent University Adana Practice and Research Hospital – Professor
    • 2007 - 2013: Başkent University Istanbul Practice and Research Hospital – Professor
    • 2013 - 2015: Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul – Professor
    • 2015 - Present: Acıbadem Bakırköy Hospital, Istanbul – Professor
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Bulent Polat

  • 5 Excellent 55 reviews
  • 40 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Serkan Burc Deser

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Atlas University Hospital
  • Experiences

    Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine 2007-2013

    Ondokuz Mayis University, Faculty of Medicine 2014-2022

    Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Cardiology Institute 2022

    Schools / Trainings

    Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine, L11an1 2001-2007

    Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, Specialization 2007-2013

     

    Aortic Dilation (Aneurysm)

    Heart Valve Problems

    Aortic Dissection

    Coronary Artery Disease

    Carotid Artery Occlusion (Carotid Stenosis)

    Varicose Veins

    Peripheral Vascular Disease

    Aortic Insufficiency

    Aortic Valve Diseases

    Mitral Insufficiency

    Mitral Valve Problem

    Mitral Stenosis

    Varicose Ulcer

    Diabetic Foot

    Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

    Raynaud's Disease

    Rheumatic Heart Disease

    Ischemic Heart Disease

    Heart Pain

    Leg Artery Occlusion

    Capillary Rupture

    Heart Failure

    Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

    Aortic Arch Aneurysm

    Ascending Aortic Aneurysm

    Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm

    Carotid

     

    In 2007, I graduated from Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine and received the title of “Medical Doctor”. In the same year, as a result of the TUS exam I took, I started my specialization training at Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery.

    During my specialization training, in 2010, I worked as a guest doctor at “Lenox Hill Hospital, Aortic Wellness Center” in New York, USA, on aortic valve-preserving surgery, aortic root surgery, aortic arch surgery, thoracoabdominal aortic surgery and robotic heart surgery.

    In 2013, I worked as a “fellow” at the “Landeskrankenhaus Salzburg, Paracelsus Universitätsklinik für Gefäßchirurgie und endovaskuläre Chirurgie” clinic in Salzburg, Austria, and conducted studies on endovascular and advanced vascular surgery techniques.

    In 2013, I worked as a visiting physician at the “Vita-Salute University, Scientific Institute, Ospedale San Raffaele, dipartimento di chirurgia vascolare ed endovascolare” clinic in Milan, Italy, on endovascular techniques, advanced vascular techniques and surgical treatment of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms.

    In 2013, I completed my assistant training and earned the title of “Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist”.

    As of 2014, I started working as a “Specialist Doctor” at the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Ondokuz Mayıs University.

    In 2016, I received the title of “Assistant Professor Doctor”. In the same year, I received the “Certificate of Proficiency” issued by the “Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Qualification Board”.

    In 2017, I worked as a visiting doctor for 3 months at the “Landeskrankenhaus Nürnberg, Paracelsus Universitätsklinik für Gefäßchirurgie und endovaskuläre Chirurgie” clinic in Nuremberg, Germany, on advanced endovascular (FEVAR, BEVAR, CHEVAR, EVAR, TEVAR) techniques in aortic diseases.

    I received the title of “Associate Professor” in 2019. I am fluent in English.

    I have been working at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Cardiology Institute, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery since 2022

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Samet Erinc

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
    • 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
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Cengiz Koksal

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • 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
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Cenk Indelen

  • 5 Excellent 55 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • 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
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Sungho Kim

  • 44 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Incheon, SEJONG HOSPITAL
  • 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
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Jeong Yoon Kim

  • 13 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Incheon, SEJONG HOSPITAL
  • 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
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Jieun Ban

  • 10 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Incheon, SEJONG HOSPITAL
  • 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
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Faruk Hokenek

  • 4.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Bahçelievler Univesity Hospital
  • Professor Faruk Hokenek is a dedicated cardiovascular surgeon based at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital. He specialises in complex heart procedures and has held senior positions across some of Turkey's most prominent medical groups.

    • Trained at the prestigious Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in Cardiovascular Surgery
    • Held leadership roles at Acıbadem Health Group and Memorial Şişli Hospital
    • Expertise in surgical interventions for congenital and structural heart defects
    • Academic background as a Professor at Dicle University and Istanbul Aydin University
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Ahmet Ozkara

  • Leading doctor for Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery
  • 4.5 Good 239 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Ulus
  • Professor Ozkara is a leading cardiovascular specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with deep expertise in congenital heart surgery and major artery repairs.

    • Trained in paediatrics at Kinderspital Basel in Switzerland
    • Former Associate Professor at Selcuk University medical faculty
    • Member of the European Society of Vascular Surgery
    • Published 24 papers in international journals on cardiovascular outcomes
    • Expert in arterial revascularisation and complex bypass techniques
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Sertac Cicek

  • 4.9 Excellent 9 reviews
  • 40 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
  • Professor Sertac Cicek is a world-renowned authority in neonatal and paediatric cardiac surgery, having completed prestigious fellowships at the Mayo Clinic and Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

    • Founding member of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery
    • Specialises in complex cardiac reoperations and minimally invasive heart surgery for children
    • Serves as a Visiting Professor at the Mayo Clinic in the United States
    • Holds board certification in paediatric cardiovascular surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology
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Murat Ugurlucan

  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Biruni University Hospital
  • 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
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Bookimed Insights: Top Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery Specialists in the World for Australians (2026)

Bookimed helps Australian patients find top Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery surgeons abroad, collaborating with 26 leading specialists. The doctors in this ranking are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, English proficiency, number of performed cases, and patient outcomes. The 2026 global ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases — including reviews from Australian travellers — and current programmes from our partner clinics. All prices are displayed in AUD for easy comparison with Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery costs in Australia.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#139 years of experienceComplex neonatal and muscular VSD casesAn academic expert specialising in 'Swiss-cheese' and multiple muscular VSDs. He uses innovative techniques like septal obliteration and pulmonary autograft patches to treat complex defects in newborns.
Turkey
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#236 years of experiencePaediatric and minimally invasive heart surgeryDirector of Cardiovascular Surgery who specialises in paediatric repairs and small-incision techniques. He held fellowships in England and Belgium and has authored seven world-first medical reports.
Turkey
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#334 years of experienceComplex open-heart and vascular repairProfessor Koksal has performed over 2,000 open-heart surgeries. He is a former Department Head and Association President who has trained surgeons across Europe in advanced cardiac repair techniques.
Turkey
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#424 years of experienceMinimally invasive septal repairsTrained at the Orsi da Vinci Centre in Belgium, he specialises in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and robotic-assisted techniques. He is widely published in international journals on surgical safety and cost-effective patient outcomes.
Turkey
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#544 years of experienceCatheter-based cardiac interventionsPerformed over 1,200 successful paediatric and congenital interventions. He specialises in minimally invasive catheter techniques that reduce the need for open-heart surgery in children and adults.
Republic of Korea
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#613 years of experiencePediatric congenital heart disease managementHead of Pediatrics at a specialist cardiac hospital. Professor Kim provides expert pre- and post-operative management for children, coordinating with surgical teams to ensure safe recovery and long-term heart health.
Republic of Korea
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#710 years of experiencePaediatric congenital heart defectsSpecialises in the assessment and long-term management of VSD at Bucheon Sejong Hospital. Expert in echocardiography and paediatric arrhythmia, providing integrated care for children with complex structural heart conditions.
Republic of Korea
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#817 years of experienceCongenital and structural heart surgeryProfessor Hokenek brings senior academic and clinical leadership from Turkey's top hospital groups. He specialises in cardiovascular surgery, focusing on complex heart repairs within university-level facilities.
Turkey
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#934 years of experienceCongenital heart defects in children and adultsProfessor Ozkara brings academic leadership and international training from Switzerland. He specialises in congenital heart surgery and has published over 50 research papers on cardiovascular techniques.
Turkey
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#1040 years of experienceComplex neonatal and paediatric cardiac casesFounding member of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery with advanced fellowship training at the Mayo Clinic and Texas Heart Institute.
Turkey
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