Page 2 - Best pediatric cardiac surgeons: TOP 89 doctors

Prof. Rokitansky specializes in spinal surgery and joint reconstruction at Wiener Privatklinik, with decades of experience in orthopedic and trauma surgery.

• Trained at Vienna General Hospital (AKH)
• Focuses on spine, hip, and knee procedures
• Professor at the Medical University of Vienna
• Pioneers minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery

Dr. Fatih Akova specializes in pediatric surgery with a focus on congenital urinary tract anomalies and hypospadias repairs.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in pediatric urology and inguinal hernia repairs
• Over 22 years of experience of experience in pediatric surgery
• Published research on pediatric surgical conditions

11 years of experience focused on advanced heart surgery – Dr. Trifan specializes in complex procedures like coronary artery bypass and valve replacements at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expertise in minimally invasive cardiac surgery techniques
• Known for surgical precision and patient-centered care
• Affiliated with top-tier medical institutions in Romania

Professor Koksal leads pediatric cardiac surgery at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with over 34 years of experience of specialized experience in complex congenital heart conditions.

• Established cardiovascular surgery clinics at major Turkish hospitals
• Recognized as Associate Professor in Cardiovascular Surgery in 2005
• Served as Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Specializes in both adult and pediatric cardiac cases

Professor Riza Turkoz specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery with over 39 years of experience of experience at top Turkish hospitals like Medical Park Antalya.

• Professor of cardiology since 2006 at prestigious universities
• Specialized in congenital heart defects and complex cardiac cases
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association
• Performs both diagnostic and surgical interventions for children

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Professor Jair Bar, MD, PhD, is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He leads the Thoracic Oncology Unit. He treats lung cancer, including advanced non-small cell cases. His care includes medical oncology, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.

He runs a translational research lab focused on resistance to immunotherapy. He has published on exhaled-breath cancer metabolism and on angiogenesis inhibition in lung cancer.

He has chaired the Israel Lung Cancer Group since 2003. He is a member of the Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Radiotherapy, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and the American Association for Cancer Research. He is board-certified in Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology. He is a Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University.

Dr. Moni Shuvi specializes in Valvular Heart Disease at Hadassah Medical Center, focusing on minimally invasive mitral valve procedures.

• Expert in percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) and coronary angiography
• Skilled in treating complex cases like myocardial infarction
• Part of Hadassah's renowned interventional cardiology team
• Specializes in high-precision valve procedures

Dr. Emiroglu brings extensive surgical expertise to Memorial Bodrum Hospital, specializing in pediatric cardiac surgery with a focus on precision and patient care.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical societies
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Participated in advanced surgical trainings across Europe

Dr. Nivit Karla specializes in pediatric cardiac interventions, with training from Siriraj Medical School and Rajavithi Hospital.

• Over a decade of experience in cardiology and internal medicine
• Advanced training in cardiology interventions for children
• Fluent in English and Thai, ensuring clear communication

Dr. David (Dudi) Mishali, MD, is Director of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He treats infants and children with congenital heart defects. His work includes rare, high-risk anomalies and complex newborn reconstructions.

He trained internationally. He completed his residency at Rabin Medical Center and clinical fellowships in cardiac surgery at the Cleveland Clinic and in congenital pediatric cardiothoracic surgery at UCSF. He is board certified in cardiothoracic surgery. He developed and implemented minimally invasive methods that reduce surgical trauma and improve cosmetic results.

He is a Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University’s Sackler Faculty of Medicine. He has written many peer-reviewed papers and book chapters, including on point-of-care testing in children during cardiopulmonary bypass and on accessory mitral valve tissue. He holds a leadership role at a hospital ranked among the world’s top 10.

 Mali interdisciplinary hospital is integrating conventional, regenerative and precision medicine. It divides into 11 departments, there are 35 beds in total, including 12 intensive care beds, 23 general beds, 2 emergency and operating rooms, 1 plastic surgical room, 1 Gastro-colonoscopic room. Focus on round-trip treatment with modern medical technology to reduce the cost of hospitalization and the healing time. It also integrating regenerative medicine to repair the body and precision medicine for preventing and treating chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) with better results, we provide these services in a greenery atmosphere. Allowing clients to receive the following benefits.

1. Far away from NCDs & It’s complication

2. Good quality of life

3. Youthful lively life

4. Longevity

Dr. Lorber specializes in diagnosing and treating congenital heart defects in children at Rambam Medical Center.

• Senior lecturer at Technion-Israel Institute of Technology
• Focuses on interventional treatment for structural heart disease
• Works at Meyer Children's Hospital – a leading pediatric center
• Expert in both Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology

Dr. Jieun Ban, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist at Bucheon Sejong Hospital. She focuses on arrhythmias and congenital heart disease. She provides electrophysiologic evaluation for children and adolescents. She completed training in pediatrics and pediatric cardiology.

Her practice includes ASD, VSD, cardiac syncope, and other rhythm disorders. She offers advanced diagnostics and interventional care. This includes cryoablation and catheter-based electrophysiology. She works with specialized cardiac teams. She is skilled in echocardiography, peri-procedural care, and long-term follow-up.

Dr. Jeong‑Yoon Kim, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist at Bucheon Sejong Hospital. She has led the Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine since 2019 and also sees patients at Incheon Sejong Hospital.

She graduated from Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine. She completed clinical training at Severance Hospital, a tertiary medical center in Korea. Her practice focuses on congenital heart disease (ASD, VSD), Kawasaki disease, pediatric arrhythmias, syncope, and intensive cardiac care. She has strong skills in echocardiography, pre‑ and post‑procedure care, long‑term follow‑up, and team‑based cardiac care.

Professor Sung-Ho Kim, MD, MS, PhD, is a pediatric cardiologist and congenital heart disease specialist with more than 40 years of experience. He trained at Hanyang University College of Medicine (MD) and Hanyang University Graduate School (MS, PhD). He helped advance catheter-based treatment of ASD, VSD, tetralogy of Fallot, and other defects. This work reduced the need for open-heart surgery. He has performed more than 1,200 pediatric and congenital cardiac interventions.

He has led academic and clinical programs. He contributes to research and training. He also participates in professional cardiology societies and presents at international conferences.