Best cardiac surgeons: TOP 176 doctors

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Dong Ik Kim

  • 4.5 Good 22 reviews
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Samsung Medical Center
  • Dr. Kim Dong Ik is a vascular surgeon who specializes in stem cell therapy for heart disease.

    Education

    1984-1995 - Medical education at Hanyang University.

    Professional education

    • 2002 - Visiting Professor, Department of Vascular Surgery, Oregon Health Sciences University, USA;
    • 2017-2019 - Head of the Department of Blood Vessel Surgery, Samsung Medical Center.
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Gunther Laufer

  • 4.6 Excellent 18 reviews
  • Austria, Vienna, Vienna General Hospital (AKH)
  • Head of Cardiac Surgery Department

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Kim Duk Kyung

  • 4.5 Good 22 reviews
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Samsung Medical Center
  • Cardiologist

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Kaan Kaya

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 31 years of experience
  • Turkey, Ankara, Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital
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Marek Ehrlich

  • 4.6 Excellent 18 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Austria, Vienna, Vienna General Hospital (AKH)
  • Professor Marek Ehrlich is a cardiac surgeon at University Hospital Vienna. He has led the hospital’s aneurysm program since 2010. He graduated from the Medical University of Vienna and specializes in cardiac surgery. He has also trained internationally at Stanford, Birmingham, Houston, and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York.

    Dr. Ehrlich has published over 100 scientific articles on aneurysm surgery. He has led research in neuroprotection and endovascular techniques. He has received several international awards for his work. Dr. Ehrlich often speaks at major global conferences. He is fluent in English and Polish.

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Jumana Baryhe

  • New
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Aesthetical Clinic
    • Specializes in advanced Heart Surgery procedures.
    • Treats conditions like coronary artery disease, valve abnormalities, and aortic aneurysms.
    • International medical experience, enhancing skills in diverse healthcare settings.
    • Conducts patient-centric consultations for Heart Surgery treatments, ensuring safety and satisfaction.
    • Member of medical associations, integrating global best practices in cardiology and surgery.
    • Committed to positive patient outcomes through meticulous Heart Surgery care.
    • Offers online consultations for patients seeking Heart Surgery assessments.
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20 top ranked Heart Surgery doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Ahmed Rezq

  • New
  • 25 years of experience
  • Egypt, Cairo, Queen's Medical Center
  • Dr. Ahmed then, traveled to the Italian city of Modena to prepare the Fellowship of Interventional Cardiology and Endovascular therapy from the University of Modena and Reggo Emelia, where he was appointed as a lecturer for postgraduate students, in Interventional Cardiology. Then he traveled to Milan, Italy, in 2012 to prepare a fellowship in structural heart diseases.

    The Journey continues to the Japanese city of Tokyo in the year 2013 to start training in the field of chronic total coronary oclusions and complex interventions. Finally, he returned to Cairo in 2013, where he obtained a doctorate degree in the field of cardiovascular medicine from Ain Shams University.

    Member of the European Heart Association since 2007.

    Dr. Ahmed attended many international medical conferences and was a lecturer in several important international forums.

    He contributed to publishing important books, articles and medical research in international magazines.

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Burak Teymen

  • 4.2 Good 32 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Emsey Hospital
    • Renowned heart surgeon, Dr. Burak Teymen, specializes in coronary and peripheral interventions.
    • Performs Coronary Angiography, Stenting, PTCA, Atherectomy, and treats Heart Failure.
    • Internationally trained with experience in advanced heart surgery procedures.
    • Holds a Medical Doctor degree and a Specialist degree in cardiology.
    • Professional member of cardiology associations, ensuring up-to-date practices.
    • Provides online consultations for patients with heart conditions.
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Cenap Zeybek

  • New
  • 75 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Uniqacare Clinic
  • Professor Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a respected Pediatric Cardiologist known for his skill in advanced heart procedures. He became an Associate Professor in 2011. In 2017, he was promoted to Professor. This shows his expertise and leadership in pediatric cardiology. Dr. Zeybek has performed many complex surgeries, such as heart valve replacements, open heart operations, and interventional procedures. His work has helped improve outcomes for children with heart conditions.

    He has published many scientific articles and given several presentations. This shows his dedication to improving pediatric heart care. Dr. Zeybek’s qualifications and academic success make him a leading expert in his field.

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Stephany Ramirez

  • New
  • 6 years of experience
  • Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo, Dystec Dental Clinic
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Fikri Kutlay

  • New
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Uniqacare Clinic
  • Dr. Fikri Kutlay is a cardiac surgeon with more than 29 years of experience. He has performed thousands of successful heart surgeries. He is known for his leadership at leading medical centers in Turkey and Germany.

    Dr. Kutlay graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine in 1990. He completed his specialization at Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology in 1997. He has led Cardiovascular Surgery Departments at several hospitals. He is respected for his clinical skills and innovative approach.

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Can Us

  • New
  • 7 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Esthetic Hospital
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Tolga Aksu

  • 3.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Yeditepe University Hospital
  • Dr. Tolga Aksu specializes in cardiology and electrophysiology. He has a specific interest in catheter ablation of cardiac arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, ventricular arrhythmias, and supraventricular tachycardia. He is recognized for his significant contributions to scientific literature with over 130 international papers published.
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Kenan Kara

  • 4.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital
    • AREAS OF INTEREST
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Mitral Valve Repair
    • Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
    • Endovascular Repair of Aortic Aneurysms
    • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery

     

     

    • Education and Specialization:
    • Medical Degree: Ege University Medical School, İzmir, Turkey (1999-2006)
    • Residency in Cardiovascular Surgery: Suleyman Demirel University Medical Faculty (2008-2013)
    • Advanced Training: University of Milan, Multimedica Hospital Cardiac Surgery Department (2009-2010)

     

     

    • Professional Experience:
    • 2013-2018: Specialist at Health Sciences University Van Regional Training and Research Hospital
    • 2018-2021: Specialist and later Associate Professor at Health Sciences University Ümraniye Regional Training and Research Hospital
    • 2021-Present: Cardiovascular Surgeon at İstinye University Hospital Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa

     

    • Areas of Expertise:
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Mitral Valve Repair
    • Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
    • Endovascular Repair of Aortic Aneurysms
    • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery

     

     

    • Professional Memberships:
    • European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS)
    • Turkish Society of Cardiology
    • Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

     

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    • Research and Publications:
    • Dr. Kara has published extensively in both national and international journals. His research includes topics such as minimally invasive cardiac surgery, the effects of ozone on myocardial injury, and innovative techniques in cardiovascular surgery.

     

    Practicing at İstinye University Hospital Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, Dr. Kara utilizes state-of-the-art technology and the latest medical advancements to provide optimal outcomes for his patients. His dedication to continuous learning and professional development keeps him at the forefront of cardiovascular surgery.

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Jaroslav Benedik

  • 4.3 Good 42 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Germany, Krefeld, Helios Hospital Krefeld
  • Dr. Jaroslav Benedík, Ph.D., is a cardiac surgeon with over ten years of international experience. He specializes in aortic surgery. He has held senior positions in major cardiac centers in the Czech Republic and Germany. These include Deputy Head roles in Pilsen, Essen, and Krefeld.

    Dr. Benedík is known for his work in aortic valve reconstruction. He has contributed to the Ozaki technique, which uses autologous pericardium. He has also developed new methods for choosing prostheses. In addition, he has led research on the 10-year outcomes of the E-vita Open hybrid graft.

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Javier Toro

  • New
  • 11 years of experience
  • Colombia, Medellín, Stem Cells Colombia
  • WORK EXPERIENCE

    -Anesthesiologist, Pablo Tobón Uribe Hospital, 2014–2017: Anesthetic care for highly complex surgical patients, both adults and children.

    - Anesthesiologist specializing in pain and palliative care, Colombian Pain Institute (INCODOL), 2017–present

    • Anesthetic care for outpatients and inpatients. Care for patients with acute and chronic pain. Transitional pain service: identification, management, and follow-up of patients at high risk for developing chronic postoperative pain. Advanced pain management therapy, continuous regional anesthesia. Image-, ultrasound-, and fluoroscopy-guided analgesic interventions. Outpatient evaluation and management of patients with chronic cancer and non-cancer pain. Implantation of intrathecal therapy pumps and spinal neurostimulation systems.

    ACADEMIC TRAINING

    • Physician and Surgeon, University of Antioquia, 2007
    • Specialist in Anesthesiology, CES University, 2014
    • Specialist in Pain and Palliative Care, CES University, 2019

    OTHERS

    • SCARE Basic and Advanced CPR Instructor, 2013–2017
    • SCARE CLASA Difficult Airway Instructor - WFSA, 2014–2019

    ACADEMIC RECOGNITIONS

    • Outstanding performance in ten semesters of undergraduate medicine.
    • Recognition as a comprehensive SADEA resident in 2013.

    ACADEMIC PARTICIPATION

    -Ultrasound guided injections for chronic pain including pericapscular nerve group block (PENG): a retrospective cohort study. Poster presentation 20th. Annual pain medicine meeting, ASRA, November 18-20, 2021, San Francisco, CA.

    - Articular radiofrequency in patients with osteoarthritis. 8th world congress of the world institute of pain. New York. May19-23, 2016.

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Fausto Castriota

  • New
  • 33 years of experience
  • Italy, Bologna, Maria Cecilia Hospital
  • Education Dr. Castriota graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Milan. He continued his postgraduate training at the University of Bologna where he obtained two specializations: the first one in Cardiology in 1992 and then in Radiology. From 1995 to 1996 he spent a period as a Fellow in the "Arizona Heart Institute" under the supervision of Professor Diethrich.

    Research Dr. Castriota is an active member of some scientific societies, such as SIRM (Italian Society of Medical Radiology), Fellow of the Scientific College of the Italian Society of Invasive Cardiology (GISE), Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC), European Cardiovascular Interventional Society (EAPCI) and of ISES, International Society of Endovascular Specialist. He is the principal investigator of a recent Protected TAVR study, aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of a particular device for brain protection during aortic valve replacement surgery using the TAVI endovascular method.

    Publications He is a member of the International Editorial Board of Eurointervention, speaker and chairman for the execution of live cases in national and international conferences.

    Author of about 150 full-length publications

    Author of over 20 chapters in specialized volumes

    Awards: NHMRC Career Development Fellowship, Australian National Health and Medical Research Council, 2015.

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Erkut Attar

  • 3.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Yeditepe University Hospital
  • Dr. Erkut Attar is a renowned specialist in obstetrics and gynecology, with a focus on reproductive endocrinology, infertility, and reproductive immunology. He has an extensive academic background with degrees from Istanbul University, Yale University, and Northwestern University. He has held significant positions in both clinical and academic settings and has been recognized with multiple awards like the American Society for Reproductive Medicine Reproductive Immunology Special Interest Group Prize and the American Society for Reproductive Immunology Travel Award. He is also the founder and current president of the Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis Society of Turkey.
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Opdr Hasan

  • New
  • 31 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Forever Clinica
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Doctor Burak Demir

  • New
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NATURAL CLINIC
  • Dr. Burak Demir is a dentist who started his practice in 2022 after graduating from Çukurova University, Department of Dentistry. He values ongoing education and has attended many national and international congresses and workshops.

    Dr. Demir has received several professional awards. He is also a member of respected dental organizations. These achievements show his dedication to providing quality dental care and staying current in his field.

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