Page 2 - Best cardiac surgeons: TOP 142 doctors

Leading cardiac surgeon at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery and better outcomes.

• Professor at Tel Aviv University
• Expert in post-surgical cardiac rehabilitation
• Specializes in minimally invasive valve surgery and CABG
• Works at Ichilov Hospital – one of Israel's top medical centers

Dr. Nachum combines cardiac surgery expertise with 20+ years of volunteer service in global search and rescue missions at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Chief commander of medical forces in the Israeli army
• Trained in cardiac surgery with additional specialization in Canada
• Recipient of the Medal of Honor in Israel for humanitarian efforts
• Balances clinical practice with disaster response expertise

Dr. Finkelshtein has performed 100+ minimally invasive aortic valve replacements using advanced catheterization technology at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Pioneered unique valve implantations using pediatric-sized prosthetics for elderly patients
• Trained in cardiology at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles
• Member of European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
• Recognized by Israel Heart Society for innovative techniques

Named one of Israel's top-5 cardiac surgeons by Maariv newspaper, Dr. Kramer Amir specializes in complex heart valve procedures at Sourasky Medical Center.

• 30+ years of experience in cardiac surgery
• Trained in stentless bioprosthetic valve implantation at Oxford University
• Performs advanced procedures like MIDCAB and ventricular assist device implantation
• Member of Israel Doctors Association and Doctors Council

152 peer-reviewed articles and 4 clinical trials – Dr. Viskin specializes in complex cardiac arrhythmias at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Expert in rare conditions like Brugada and Long QT syndromes
• Performs advanced cardiac ablation and pacemaker implantation
• Highly rated across 15 cardiac conditions
• Active researcher contributing to new treatment protocols

Prof. Ertan Sagbas specializes in robotic heart surgery using the Da Vinci system – a leader in minimally invasive techniques at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expert in aortic surgery and complex arrhythmia procedures
• Trained at Belgium's renowned Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic
• Professor at Istanbul Bilim University with academic leadership
• Performs port access surgery for faster recovery times

Over 35 years in cardiovascular surgery – Dr. Ersoy specializes in complex aortic and valve procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Member of Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery and Pediatric Cardiology
• Former faculty member at Istanbul Medipol and Istinye Universities
• Specializes in both adult and pediatric cardiac surgery
• Extensive experience at Vehbi Koç Vakfı Amerikan Hastanesi

Test Doc provides quality healthcare with a focus on patient-centered care at Veselibu Clinic.

• Board-certified with a doctorate degree from an accredited medical school
• Strong leadership and communication skills for clear patient discussions
• Creates personalized care plans tailored to individual needs

Dr. Aidietis Audrius specializes in cardiology and arrhythmology at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital, focusing on heart rhythm disorders and surgical interventions.

• Expert in diagnosing and treating complex arrhythmias
• Skilled in both medical and surgical approaches
• Member of professional cardiology associations

Trained at Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab – Dr. Erdogan brings world-class expertise to complex heart surgeries at Medical Park Antalya.

• 25+ years specializing in cardiology and heart surgery
• Associate Professor with academic credentials from Başkent University
• Specializes in advanced valve and coronary interventions
• Performs procedures at JCI-accredited Medical Park Antalya

Trained at Toronto General Hospital – a global leader in cardiac surgery – Dr. Saba specializes in complex valve replacements at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 25+ years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Expertise in heart transplantation from Koşuyolu Heart Training and Research Hospital
• Former professor with extensive academic background in cardiovascular surgery
• Specializes in both traditional and minimally invasive valve techniques

Dr. Cenk İndelen is a cardiovascular surgery specialist. He has practiced since 2002. He has worked at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2025. He completed his residency in thoracic, cardiovascular, and vascular surgery at Kocaeli University (1996–2002). He became an associate professor in 2023.

His focus is patient blood management and cardiothoracic optimization. He has published on transfusion cost-effectiveness and PBM implementation (Cardiovasc J Afr, 2023). He has also reported on the economics of aortic valve replacement (Heart Surg Forum, 2023) and techniques in coronary, mitral, and aortic surgery. His work also appears in JAMA (2023), Crit Care Med (2025), and Transfusion (2025).

Accreditations and memberships: Orsi da Vinci robotic console training (Belgium, 2014). Koç University Animal Use Certificate (2017). Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management course (2020). Publons Peer Reviewer course (2020). Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, ISMICS, the ERAS Society, the Blood Transfusion Society, the Society for the Advancement of PBM, and ASCVTS.

Dr. Mehmet Ezelsoy specializes in aortic valve repair and coronary angioplasty, recognized for his contributions to heart surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialized in cardiac surgery with over 10+ years of experience
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for better patient recovery
• Member of The International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• PhD in cardiovascular surgery from Istanbul Bilim University

Prof. Kazim Besirli chairs the Cardiovascular Surgery department at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – a leading center for thoracic vascular disorders.

• 30+ years specializing in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
• Pioneer in video-thoracoscopic endoscopic surgical techniques
• 200+ published articles in peer-reviewed journals
• Trained surgeons across multiple countries
• Master's in Health Institutions Management

Performs 200+ congenital heart surgeries annually – Dr. Carminati treats both children and adults at San Donato Hospital.

• 40+ years specializing in pediatric cardiology and congenital heart disease
• Expert in atrial and ventricular septal defect repairs
• Performs complex cases like Tetralogy of Fallot
• Has operated on high-profile professional athletes

Dr. Guden specializes in mitral valve repair and aortic valve procedures at Medipol Mega University Hospital – a leading center for cardiovascular surgery.

• Focuses exclusively on heart valve repair and replacement
• Works with a multidisciplinary cardiac team for comprehensive care
• Practices at a major university hospital with advanced facilities
• Known for precision surgical techniques tailored to each patient

Dr. Francesco Bedogni is an international expert in endovascular and structural heart interventions, serving as Chief of Department at San Donato Hospital.

• European proctor for TAVI and MITRACLIP procedures
• Board member of the Italian Society of Interventional Cardiology
• Leads clinical studies advancing heart surgery techniques
• Consultant for Italian and international hospitals on complex cases

Dr. Alessandro Frigiola is one of Italy's most experienced cardiac surgeons, renowned for his success in heart-related procedures at San Donato Hospital.

• Specializes in complex cardiac surgeries with high success rates
• Active member in international cardiac interventions
• Recognized expert in both cardiology and cardiac surgery

Prof. Emin Tireli specializes in complex pediatric heart surgeries – performing neonatal and congenital procedures with over 30 years of expertise.

• Published 100+ articles on advanced cardiac surgical techniques
• Professor at Istanbul School of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expert in aortic and left ventricular reconstruction surgeries
• Specializes in off-pump Fontan procedures and arterial switch operations