Best Cardiology Doctors Abroad

Dr. Veysel Ozan is a Professor of Cardiology at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital (2026–present). He earned his MD from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (2005–2011). He completed his cardiology residency at Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital (2012–2016). He worked as a specialist cardiologist at Hakkari State Hospital (2016–2017) and at Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital (2017–2020). He later served as a faculty member at Dışkapı (2020–2022) and at Etlik City Hospital (2022–2026).

Accreditations and awards: Turkish Society of Cardiology Proficiency Certificate (2019). TSC Most Successful Young Cardiologist of the Year, 2019–2020 term (awarded 2020). First Prize for Best Oral Presentation at the 31st National Congress of Applied Interventional Cardiology.

Dr. Kannakrit Sumthong is a Consultant Vascular Surgeon (Medical License No. 29234). He is board-certified in General Surgery (2009) and Vascular Surgery (2016). He earned his M.D. in 2003 from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. He completed advanced vascular training at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, a leading tertiary referral center in Thailand. He practices in the Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery and the Vascular Surgery Clinic. Languages: Thai, English.

His expertise includes vascular, general, and minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery. His interests include endovascular and hybrid procedures, peripheral arterial disease, carotid artery disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm, varicose veins, diabetic foot and limb salvage, and hemodialysis vascular access. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care with modern techniques.

Dr. Sercan Okutucu is a Professor of Cardiology at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital (2023–present). He received his MD in 2006 from Hacettepe University. He completed his cardiology residency there in 2011. He was an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Memorial Ankara Hospital from 2014 to 2023.

He serves as the Turkey Representative on the International Board of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (2019–present). He is a board member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology Heart Valve Diseases Working Group (2020–present). He is also a member of the Scientific Program Committee of the Turkish Heart and Health Foundation (2020–present).

Professor Liang Xiaoxiao is the Department Director and Chief Physician in Neurorehabilitation. She holds a master’s degree in neurology. She is skilled in neuromodulation for disorders of consciousness, cognition, and movement. Her focus includes cases from cerebrovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, and related conditions. She also performs ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, limb spasticity, sialorrhea, and neuralgia.

Accreditations and roles: Member of the Neurorehabilitation, Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation, and Craniocerebral Trauma Rehabilitation Committees of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Standing Member of the Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation Committee of the Fujian Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Vice Chair of the Dementia and Cognitive Disorder Committee of the Xiamen Preventive Medicine Association. Vice President of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Standing Member of the Neuromodulation Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Recipient of the Most Beautiful Physician of Xiamen City (2024).

Specialist in interventional cardiology with expertise in minimally invasive treatments like TAVI and renal denervation. Dr. Crasmariu is a member of the Romanian and European Societies of Cardiology.

• Performs coronary angiography and angioplasty with stent placement
• Manages complex coronary artery disease and peripheral arterial disease
• Provides specialized evaluations for patients with heart failure
• Participates in multidisciplinary cardiac surgery decisions

Dr. Ahn Taehun is a cardiologist (MD, PhD) and Director of a Cardiovascular Center. He specializes in coronary artery disease, including angina and myocardial infarction. He also treats hypertension, heart valve disease, heart failure, and hyperlipidemia. His expertise includes interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and cardiovascular imaging. He also manages atherosclerosis, arterial occlusive disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, and myocarditis.

He has held several leadership roles. He served as Chairman of the Board of the Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology (KSIC) and President of the Korean Society of Cardiology (KSC). He was Finance Director of the KSC. He led the Korean Vascular Intervention Society (KVIS) and the Korean Cardiovascular Complications Committee (KCCC) as President. He also chaired the Organizing Committee for ENCORE SEOUL (Endovascular & Coronary Revascularization).

Dr. Nattaphon Srithurawanit, MD, is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Medicine at PMG Hospital. Medical license No. 42771.

Education and accreditation: Bachelor of Medicine, College of Medicine, Rangsit University. Diploma of the Thai Board of Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Rajavithi Hospital.

Clinical focus: General Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Medicine (subspecialty). Research activity: poster presentations.

Specialist in cardiology interventions with training at Rajavithi Hospital – one of Thailand's leading medical centers.

• Trained in internal medicine and cardiology for 18 years
• Expert in interventional cardiology techniques
• Educated at Siriraj Medical School – Thailand's top medical institution
• Fluent in English and Thai for clear patient communication

Dr. Uyar specializes in cardiovascular surgery with extensive experience across Turkey and internationally, currently practicing at Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul Kosuyolu Heart Training and Research Hospital
• Member of multiple cardiovascular surgery societies
• Attended international congresses on innovations in cardiology
• Specialized in minimally invasive and robotic surgery techniques

1,100+ specialized cardiac procedures – Dr. Cabrera leads Quironsalud Madrid's cardiology department and focuses on complex arrhythmias.

• Over 29 years specializing in cardiac electrophysiology
• Expert in percutaneous treatments for atrial fibrillation
• Professor at European University of Madrid
• Published 80+ scientific articles
• Presented 400+ papers at international conferences

Banavit Bhekasuta — cardiology, Pacific Garden Hospital.

Dr. Said Barakat has published over 80 cardiology papers and three medical books, recognized as a leading expert in Andalusia.

• Over 23 years' experience in advanced cardiac treatments like TAVI and Mitral clip
• Head of the Cardiology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital
• Leads the Nuclear Cardiology Unit at Tanit Institute in Malaga
• Specializes in complex arrhythmia cases with cryoablation techniques

Over 900 arrhythmia treatments performed – Dr. Alzueta Rodriguez specializes in complex cardiac arrhythmia cases at Quirónsalud Marbella.

• Head of the Arrhythmia Unit at Clínica Puerta de Hierro for 30 years
• Author of 100+ scientific publications and 23 cardiology books
• Coordinated Spain's Implantable Defibrillator working team
• Senior Lecturer at Malaga University, teaching future cardiologists

Navamin 9 Hospital is a private hospital accredited by JCI and Thailand Hospital Accreditation (HA). It is in Bangkok’s Min Buri district and was founded in 2008. The hospital treats about 30,000 patients each year. Its medical team includes 100 doctors across 10 departments.

Services include a center for cardiology and internal medicine. There is a 24-hour emergency and trauma center. The hospital offers advanced surgery. It provides mother and child care. It also runs wellness and check-up programs for preventive care.

Dr. Hakan Ucar specializes in complex coronary and peripheral interventions, with a focus on advanced heart valve procedures at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Board-certified by the European and Turkish Societies of Cardiology
• Expert in TAVI, Mitraclip, and mitral balloon interventions
• Published 30+ research articles in international cardiology journals
• Associate Professor with leadership roles in cardiology departments

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.

Dr. Erdal Aslim is an award-winning cardiovascular and vascular surgeon in Istanbul. He performs endovascular and open surgeries for heart and blood vessel disorders. Dr. Aslim has completed training in Austria and Turkey. He holds the Gore-Tex Young Researcher Award for his work in vascular surgery. You can find him at Central Hospital and his private clinic.

• Treats aortic aneurysms, carotid stenosis, and peripheral arterial disease.
• Winner of the Best Scientific Presentation Award for cardiology updates.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Works at a facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic surgical system.