Plastic surgery for cardiac valve Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Ozkan Bekler has performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and structural heart procedures. Dr. Bekler focuses on bifurcation stenting and chronic total occlusions using intravascular imaging. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

• Completed over 700 pacemaker implantations alongside ICD and CRT therapy.
• Performs structural procedures including TAVI, ASD closure, and mitral balloon valvuloplasty.
• Treats peripheral artery diseases using balloon and stent techniques.
• Expert in radiofrequency ablation and 3D mapping for heart rhythm disorders.

Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.

• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards.
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• Provides expert treatment for complex mitral valve repair and carotid artery surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and edited a major vascular surgery textbook.

Professor Oh Dong Joo is a giant in Korean cardiology who previously served as the President of the Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology.

• Specialises in valvular heart disease and complex cardiac reconstructions
• Published 242 SCI-indexed international papers on cardiovascular outcomes
• Trained as a Cardiology Fellow at Emory University in the USA
• Former CEO of Korea University Medical Center and President of the American College of Cardiology Korean Chapter
• Appointed Honorary Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Na-Eun Hospital

Professor Murat Ugurlucan is a highly qualified cardiovascular specialist at Biruni University Hospital who focuses on intricate cardiac valve repairs.

• Completed a specialized cardiac surgery research fellowship at the University of Rostock in Germany
• Held advanced clinical fellowships at the prestigious King Faisal Heart Institute
• Recognised with national awards for his research into cardiovascular tissue recovery
• Serves as a Professor at Biruni University training the next generation of surgeons
• Expertise includes complex valve reconstruction and endovascular surgical techniques

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a distinguished paediatric cardiologist who has performed hundreds of heart valve plastic surgery procedures at Uniqacare Clinic.

• Promoted to Professor of Paediatric Cardiology after years of clinical leadership
• Fellowship trained at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital in Istanbul
• Expertise includes complex heart valve replacements and coronary stenting
• Specialises in managing congenital heart defects like atrial septal defect surgery
• Regularly contributes to medical literature with numerous publications on paediatric heart health

Professor Faruk Hokenek is a senior cardiovascular specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital with deep expertise in complex heart valve reconstruction. He has held key leadership positions across major Turkish medical networks including Acıbadem and Medical Park.

• Specialises in surgical repair and valve-sparing techniques
• Held senior positions at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Performs both routine and high-risk cardiovascular procedures
• Served as a Professor at Dicle University training the next generation of surgeons
• Expert in managing cardiac complications at JCI-accredited institutions

Dr. Omer Alyan is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve surgery and complex vascular stenting. Dr. Alyan previously served as the Cardiology Clinic Supervisor at Private Veni Vidi Hospital. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high-contrast PET-CT and cardiovascular surgery.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and heart cryoablation.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial angioplasty with stenting.
• Treats conditions including atrial fibrillation, arrhythmia, and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Practice includes aneurysm coiling and endovenous radiofrequency ablation (EVRF).

Dr. Didem Melis Oztas is a cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery and congenital heart defects. Dr. Oztas won a national award for her research on cardiovascular stem cells.

• Performs specialized surgeries for Tetralogy of Fallot and Atrial Septal Defects.
• Treats complex pediatric heart conditions including ventricular septal defects.
• Expert in pediatric valve replacements and plastic surgery for cardiac valves.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Dursun Aras is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart rhythm disorders and complex vascular interventions. Dr. Aras practiced for years at the Turkey Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital. He treats conditions like atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis, and coronary artery disease.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Expert in carotid angioplasty, stenting, and intracranial arterial procedures.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 600,000 patients annually.
• Specializes in 3D mapping techniques for precise cardiac ablation procedures.

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.

Dr. Krishna Subramony Iyer has performed over 10,000 surgeries for congenital heart diseases. He pioneered pediatric cardiac care in Northern India at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute. Dr. Iyer performed the first successful rapid two-stage arterial switch in India. He specializes in treating newborns and malnourished infants with complex heart conditions.

• Completed a fellowship at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne.
• Served as an Additional Professor at AIIMS in New Delhi.
• Expert in double switch operations and Fontan procedures.
• Active member of the 'Gift of Life' program by Rotary International.

Professor Ajay Kaul serves as Chair of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, having performed 15,000 cardiac surgeries. He specialises in complex heart valve plastic surgery and heart failure treatments.

• Completed 2,000 complex congenital cardiovascular repairs
• Former Professor of Cardiac Surgery at Hannover Medical School in Germany
• Published over 70 articles in international scientific journals on surgical techniques
• Expert in both adult and paediatric heart valve replacements and repairs
• Mastered coronary artery bypass grafting and aortic aneurysm surgery

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. 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.