Heart Valve Replacement Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Ali Oto is a surgeon specializing in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) diseases. He practices at Memorial Ankara Hospital in Turkey. Dr. Oto completed training at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden. He also trained at the Free University in Holland. His work focuses on inner ear physiology and neck surgery.

• Performs thyroidectomy, nasal valve surgery, and middle ear reconstruction.
• Treats sinus diseases, larynx conditions, and voice disorders.
• Expert in adenoid surgery and myringotomy procedures.
• Works at Memorial Ankara Hospital, which holds JCI accreditation for quality.

Professor Gokhan Albayrak is a cardiovascular specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with a focus on high-stakes aortic and valve surgery.

• Specialises in aortic and heart valve replacement procedures
• Academic researcher in extracorporeal perfusion and brain protection techniques
• Expert in biventricular assist device implantation for complex heart failure
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Published research on preventing ischemic lesions during heart surgery

Professor Faruk Hokenek is a senior cardiovascular surgeon who leads the cardiac surgery team at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Specialises in surgical heart valve repair and replacement procedures
• Former Professor at Istanbul Science University - a major Turkish medical academy
• Held senior surgical roles across the Acibadem Health Group network
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on providing long-term surgical solutions for complex valvular disease

Professor Ahmet Ozkara is a leading cardiovascular surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus with specialised training from Switzerland and Turkey.

• Performs complex heart valve procedures and major artery surgery
• Holds a senior academic position as a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery
• Published nearly 50 research papers in national and international medical journals
• Specialises in arterial revascularisation and congenital heart surgery

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a senior paediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic who leads complex heart valve replacements for younger patients.

• Promoted to Professor of Paediatric Cardiology for his clinical and academic contributions
• Completed subspecialist fellowship training at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital
• Performs both paediatric heart valve replacement and specialised valve plastic surgery
• Manages congenital heart conditions using open heart surgery and minimally invasive stenting
• Published extensive research on paediatric cardiac interventions in medical journals

Professor Murat Ugurlucan is a highly credentialed heart surgeon who completed a prestigious cardiac surgery research fellowship at the University of Rostock in Germany.

• Serves as a Professor of Medicine at Biruni University Hospital.
• Trained at the King Faisal Heart Institute, a leading international centre for cardiac care.
• Won awards for his research into cardiovascular tissue and diabetic heart health.
• Expertise includes complex valve replacements and vascular surgery.
• Member of the World Directory of Medical Schools listed faculty.

Head of the Cardiosurgery Department, Heart Surgeon

The doctor is a proficient and skilled cardiologist who actively engages in scientific work and regularly participates in medical conferences. With a focus on advancing cardiology, the doctor contributes to the field through research and knowledge sharing.