Best Heart Surgery Doctors Abroad

Dr Theodoros Piperos, MD, is a General Surgeon at IASYS Clinic in Vyronas, Athens. He has over 10 years of clinical experience. He completed his specialty training in General Surgery in 2014 at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

He performs the full range of general surgical procedures. His expertise includes laparoscopic surgery, hernia repair, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, and breast, thyroid, and colorectal surgery. He also provides surgical management for obstetric and gynecological cases. He is a lecturer in the postgraduate Applied Neuroanatomy programme at the University of Athens. Languages: Greek, English.

Prof. Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu pioneered Turkey's mechanical circulatory support programs and leads Başkent University's Heart Transplantation Center.

• 40 years specializing in complex heart surgeries and transplants
• Director of Turkey's leading artificial heart program
• Fellowship-trained in Germany, France, and the United States
• Expert in off-pump coronary bypass and hybrid procedures
• Published extensively on advanced heart failure treatments

Dr Nimet Ozcan specializes in dermatology with over 12 years of experience, focusing on both medical and cosmetic skin conditions at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ.

• Expert in diagnosing and treating acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin infections
• Specializes in early detection and surgical excision of skin cancers
• Offers cosmetic treatments like dermal fillers, chemical peels, and laser therapy
• Provides personalized care for pediatric skin conditions

With over 41 years in dermatology, Dr. Osman Serdar Akkaya specializes in both medical and cosmetic skin treatments.

• Expert in general dermatology, treating conditions like psoriasis and eczema
• Specializes in dermato-oncology, including surgical interventions for skin tumors
• Offers advanced cosmetic treatments like fillers and laser therapies
• Focused on geriatric and chronic skin diseases with personalized care

Dyt. Yaren Nur Güngör specializes in evidence-based nutrition counseling to manage heart-related conditions and promote overall well-being.

• Expert in clinical nutrition for cardiovascular diseases
• Creates personalized diet programs for weight management
• Provides sports nutrition strategies for heart health
• Focuses on pediatric and adolescent nutrition for lifelong wellness

Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu specializes in minimally invasive heart surgeries, offering faster recovery and patient comfort at Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• 36 years of experience in general and heart surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic procedures for faster patient recovery
• Fluent in English, ensuring clear communication with international patients
• Trained at Haseki Training and Research Hospital, 1st Surgical Clinic
• Specializes in gastrointestinal and endocrine surgeries

Dr. Erdem Gelegen specializes in advanced eye surgeries with over 22 years of experience in Ophthalmology at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Expert in phacoemulsification and premium intraocular lens implantation for cataracts
• Performs laser techniques to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Skilled in managing diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Provides glaucoma treatments to prevent vision loss
• Performs corneal transplants and keratoconus management