Open heart surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a distinguished paediatric cardiologist who specialises in complex heart operations for younger patients at Uniqacare Clinic.

• Promoted to Professor of Paediatric Cardiology for his academic and clinical leadership
• Focuses on intricate procedures including atrial septal defect surgery and valve replacements
• Completed a specialist fellowship at the Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital
• Handles complex cases involving aortic aneurysms and coronary artery bypass grafting
• Published extensively on paediatric cardiac outcomes in major medical journals

Professor Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is a pioneer in mechanical circulatory support and lead surgeon for the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Specialises in coronary bypass, valve replacements, and complex aortic repairs including EVAR and TEVAR
• Completed advanced fellowships in heart failure surgery in Germany, France, and the United States
• Performs off-pump bypass surgery to reduce recovery times for high-risk patients
• Leading expert in hybrid cardiovascular procedures and total artificial heart surgery
• Founding member of several international societies focused on artificial organ systems

Dr. Kasim Dogan is a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He serves as a Professor at Istanbul Kemerburgaz University. Dr. Dogan treats complex heart conditions, including aortic valve insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse. He works at Medicana Sivas, which manages over 110,000 patients annually.

• Performs heart valve replacement, coronary artery bypass, and aortic aneurysm surgery.
• Expert in installing heart pacemakers and conducting coronary stenting.
• Uses radiofrequency ablation and endovenous techniques for vascular care.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and the Turkish Surgeons Society.

Dr. Kursat Fidanci is a pediatric cardiologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in treating congenital heart disease, rhythm disorders, and rheumatic heart conditions. Dr. Fidanci holds the title of Associate Professor and has more than 10 years of subspecialty expertise. He previously served as a faculty member at the GATA Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in fetal echocardiography and congenital heart disease management.
• Expert in monitoring heart health for young athletes.
• Works at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.
• Focuses on pediatric heart valve procedures and atrial septal defect surgery.

Dr. Ahmet Yavuz Balci is an orthopedic surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats injuries of the bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. Dr. Balci sees patients six days a week for surgical and non-surgical care. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients every year.

• Performs knee arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction, and meniscus repair.
• Treats carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, and complex shoulder injuries.
• Conducts ankle fusion surgery and radiofrequency ablation procedures.
• Provides care for congenital cardiac conditions and vascular issues.

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.