Covered Stent Placement 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 European Society of Cardiology board-certified specialist who focuses on complex vascular blockages at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Specialises in treating totally occluded aortic coarctation using covered stents
• Performs stenting for carotid and intracranial arteries to prevent strokes
• Uses minimally invasive interventions to avoid risky open-heart surgery
• Published research on modified techniques for treating isolated ostial lesions
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Dr Nivit Karla is a dual-trained interventional cardiologist and cardiothoracic surgeon at PrimeCare Bkk. He performs complex arterial stenting and bypass surgeries for both adults and children.

• Specialises in carotid, intracranial, and arterial angioplasty with stenting
• Expertise in restoring heart function through technical precision and 3D mapping
• Completed an advanced fellowship in Cardiology Intervention
• Performs stem cell therapy for heart failure and pulmonary hypertension
• Trained at Siriraj Medical School, Mahidol University's prestigious medical programme

Dr. Gokhan Bektasoglu is a cardiologist trained at the Faculties of Medicine of Hacettepe University and Cumhuriyet University. He has worked at Medicine Hospital (2014). He also served at Private European Dawn Hospital, Atrium Cardiology Center (2012–2014); Izmir Karşıyaka State Hospital (2011–2012); Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital (2011); and Uzunköprü State Hospital (2009–2011).

His clinical focus includes coronary and peripheral angiography with balloon and stent procedures. He performs carotid stenting, EVAR, and TEVAR. He is experienced in echocardiography and TEE. He manages device therapy (pacemaker, ICD, CRT) and arrhythmias. He treats heart failure. He performs ASD and VSD closure. He also offers valve therapies, including TAVI, mitral balloon valvuloplasty, and MitraClip. He has published in the American Journal of Cardiology, American Journal of Emergency Medicine, Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis, European Journal of Echocardiography, Bratislava Medical Journal, and International Journal of Angiology. He has presented at international cardiology meetings.

Professor Murat Sunbul is a senior interventional cardiologist who specialises in complex coronary and peripheral artery interventions at İstinye University Liv Hospital.

• Performs precise stent placement using advanced imaging tools like OCT and IVUS
• Authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers on vascular health and arterial stiffness
• Specialises in carotid and renal artery stenting for high-risk patients
• Former Head of Cardiology training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in treating resistant hypertension using renal denervation techniques

Professor Byung-Hee Oh is the former President of the Korean Society of Cardiology and a leading authority on complex coronary artery disease. He practices at Sejong Hospital, Korea's top-ranked heart centre for clinical outcomes.

• Trained at Seoul National University Hospital – one of the most prestigious tertiary medical centres in Asia
• Specialises in managing complex heart failure and advanced coronary artery disease
• Served as Professor of Cardiology and Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Seoul National University
• Authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications on cardiovascular interventions and prevention
• Recognised with multiple national honours for medical excellence and leadership

Professor Kyung Hee Kim leads the Heart Transplantation Centre at Incheon Sejong Hospital and holds a prestigious appointment on the American Heart Association Clinical Cardiology Committee.

• Specialises in managing complex cardiomyopathies and adult congenital heart disease
• Completed advanced research fellowships at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in the United States
• Directs multidisciplinary teams for high-risk cases involving mechanical circulatory support
• Serves as Head of Cardiology with both Master and Doctoral degrees from Seoul National University
• Expert in pulmonary hypertension and high-risk valvular heart disease management

Dr Min Jeong Kim is a leading interventional cardiologist who holds both a medical degree and a doctorate from the prestigious Seoul National University College of Medicine.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and percutaneous coronary interventions at Sejong Hospital
• Focuses on precision risk stratification to improve long-term outcomes for heart disease patients
• Part of a multidisciplinary cardiac team integrating specialist imaging and interventional services
• Highly skilled in performing coronary angiography and complex cardiovascular evaluations
• Expertise in managing chronic heart failure and advanced hypertension cases

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 Mutlu Cicek leads the cardiology team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex interventional treatments for cardiovascular occlusion.

• Specialises in managing coronary artery disease and acute heart attack cases
• Expertise includes treating peripheral vascular issues like leg and cervical vascular diseases
• Manages high-risk cases involving hypertension and heart valve disorders
• Focuses on restoring blood flow in blocked arteries through interventional cardiology

Dr Ravan Israfilov is a specialised cardiologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with clinical focus on cardiovascular occlusion and complex heart disease.

• Specialises in managing cardiovascular occlusion and congenital heart conditions
• Focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure and rhythm disorders
• Trained at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine in cardiology
• Expertise includes managing hypertension and high cholesterol related to heart health
• Experienced in treating internal heart blockages with advanced medical protocols

Professor Oguzhan Yucel is a senior interventional cardiologist at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex coronary interventions and valve disease.

• Specialises in coronary angiography and minimally invasive vessel repair
• Manages high-risk cases involving cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks
• Expertise includes treating rhythm disorders and valvular heart conditions
• Focuses on interventional cardiology for patients with chronic hypertension

Professor Oguzhan Yucel serves as a leading cardiology specialist at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex coronary interventions and artery disease.

• Specialises in coronary angiography and minimally invasive heart interventions
• Treats high-risk patients with hypertension and hyperlipidemia complications
• Focuses on managing cardiovascular occlusion and heart valve diseases
• Expert in treating rhythm disorders and restoring normal heart function
• Senior academic background as a Professor of Cardiology