Cardiology Doctors Abroad — Page 5

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. Mehmet Cakici is a cardiovascular surgeon at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital in Ankara. He has authored over 30 international articles in prestigious journals like J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. His practice covers coronary artery disease, heart failure, and congenital heart defects. Dr. Cakici contributes to national clinical guidelines for heart valve disease treatment.

• Specializes in ECMO and mechanical circulatory support for heart failure.
• Authored chapters for the Atlas of Cardiac Surgery Operations.
• Performs minimally invasive cardiac surgery and aortic aneurysm repairs.
• Member of the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation.

Dr. David Mishaali is the Director of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating infants and children with high-risk heart anomalies. Dr. Mishaali developed a unique minimally invasive surgical approach for congenital heart defects. He works at Sheba Medical Center, a hospital ranked among the world’s top 10.

• Completed fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and UCSF in the USA.
• Treats rare newborn conditions requiring complex cardiac reconstruction.
• Uses minimally invasive methods to reduce trauma and improve cosmetic results.
• Senior Lecturer and author of numerous peer-reviewed papers on cardiac surgery.

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.

Dr. Armin Sause is the Chief Physician of Cardiology at Helios University Hospital Wuppertal. He specializing in cardiac rhythmology and complex electrophysiology. Dr. Sause holds European certifications in electrophysiology. He uses 3D mapping and modern technologies for heart rhythm treatment. His team follows evidence-based protocols at this leading German heart center.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Treats atrial fibrillation, chronic heart failure, and post-infarction rhythm issues.
• Expert in pacemaker and ICD implantation and interventional cardiology diagnostics.
• Leads a department certified for rhythm treatment at a major research hospital.

Banavit Bhekasuta — cardiology, Pacific Garden Hospital.

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. Rifat Eralp Ulusoy is a cardiologist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ulusoy has authored over 125 scientific papers with 1,400+ citations. He specializes in heart valve disease, hypertension, and cardiomyopathies. His training includes clinical roles at top medical centers in Turkey and the United States.

• Specializes in stress, transesophageal, and standard echocardiography imaging.
• Treats complex cases including heart tumors and heart disease during pregnancy.
• Manages cardiac health for cancer, dialysis, and chronic kidney failure patients.
• Treats heart valve infections and various pericardial diseases.

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

Dr. Dogan Erdogan trained at Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab – bringing world-class cardiac expertise to Medical Park Antalya.

• 31 years of experience in cardiology across top Turkish universities
• Specializes in complex valve procedures and interventional cardiology
• Associate Professor at Başkent University – trains future cardiologists
• Member of Turkey's Cardiology Association

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

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

Trained at Cleveland Clinic's Invasive Cardiology Unit – Dr. Fatih Koç brings world-class cardiac expertise to Medical Park Antalya.

• Specialized in cardiology at Selçuk University
• Handles complex coronary and vascular interventions
• Former faculty member at Akdeniz University
• Skilled in minimally invasive techniques

Professor Riza Turkoz brings over 39 years of cardiology expertise, specializing in complex coronary interventions at Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital.

• Professor at multiple prestigious universities, including Başkent University
• Specialized in interventional cardiology procedures
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Extensive background in both research and practical patient care

Dr. Ozlem Koroglu is a rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Ankara Hospital. She specializes in physical medicine and musculoskeletal recovery. Dr. Koroglu served as an instructor for ultrasound at the ISPRM World Congress. She holds Ministry of Health certification in prolotherapy. Her expertise includes neural therapy and botulinum toxin for hand spasticity.

• Served as Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital.
• Trained at the Euro–Mediterranean PRM School in Italy.
• Instructs medical courses on PRP, knee prolotherapy, and spinal manipulation.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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

Dr. Sanatcha Apakuppakul, M.D., is a cardiologist trained in internal medicine. Areas of expertise include cardiac electrophysiology (EP), general cardiology, and interventional cardiology.

Accreditations and training: Doctor of Medicine (First Class Honors), Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University. Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Internal Medicine), Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. Diploma from the Thai Board of Internal Medicine. Diplomas from the Thai Sub-Board of Cardiology and the Thai Sub-Board of Cardiac Electrophysiology (Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University).