Page 2 - Best cardiac surgeons: TOP 146 doctors

Prof. Pevni pioneered a unique method for heart valve replacement on a working heart – enhancing outcomes at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Performed groundbreaking aortic valve transplants, including for artificial heart patients
• Specialized in minimally invasive techniques at top European centers
• Professor and lecturer at Tel Aviv University's medical faculty
• Member of prestigious cardiac surgery associations like AHA and EACTS

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

• 31 years of experience 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

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

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

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

• 39 years of experience 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

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. 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

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.

• 39 years of experience 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

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

Dr. Nachum combines cardiac surgery expertise with 35 years of experience 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

Prof. Emin Tireli specializes in complex pediatric heart surgeries – performing neonatal and congenital procedures with over 39 years of experience 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

Renowned for complex cardiac procedures – Dr. Trifan combines surgical precision with patient-centered care at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• 11 years of experience of advanced heart surgery experience
• Specializes in minimally invasive valve repair and replacement
• Affiliated with top-tier medical institutions
• Adheres to highest international standards of care

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

• 31 years of experience 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

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.

Dr. Topaloglu specializes in invasive cardiology with a focus on heart valve diseases at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained in cardiology at Mustafa Kemal University
• Expert in balloon angioplasty and stent implantation
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology
• Specializes in heart rhythm disorders and hypertension