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Ugur Taskin

  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Medicalpoint International Hospital
  • Specializes in interventional cardiology with expertise in atherosclerosis treatment at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

    • Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
    • Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association
    • Experienced in treating coronary artery disease and hyperlipidemia
    • Previously worked at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine
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Hakan Ucar

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
  • Dr. Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ucar specializes in complex coronary and peripheral interventions. He has published over 30 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. His research focuses on oxidative stress and coronary artery disease complexity.

    • Performs heart valve interventions including TAVI, Mitraclip, and mitral balloon procedures.
    • Provides electrophysiological studies, ablation, and pacemaker placements.
    • Served as the former Head of the Cardiology Department at Biruni University.
    • Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility with robotic surgery excellence designations.
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Francisco Javier Alzueta Rodriguez

  • 3.9 Good • 6 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Spain, Marbella, Quirónsalud Marbella
  • Specializing in cardiac arrhythmia and atherosclerosis, Dr. Rodriguez has performed over 100 scientific publications and authored 23 books in cardiology.

    • Expert in pacemaker implantation and catheter ablation
    • Senior Lecturer at Malaga University, teaching cardiovascular diseases
    • Member of European Society of Cardiology and European Heart Rhythm Association
    • Head of Arrhythmia Unit at Clínica Puerta de Hierro for 30 years
    • Coordinated the Implantable Defibrillator working team of the Spanish Cardiology Society
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José Ángel Cabrera Rodríguez

  • 3.8 Good • 6 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Spain, Madrid, Quironsalud Madrid
  • Head of cardiology at Quironsalud Madrid with a focus on cardiac arrhythmias – Dr. Cabrera brings decades of leadership in electrophysiology labs and research.

    • Over 29 years specializing in cardiac arrhythmias and electrophysiology
    • Director of multiple cardiology departments since 2006
    • Professor at European University of Madrid, leading translational cardiology research
    • Trained at Royal Brompton Hospital's pediatric heart morphology unit
    • Active member of European and American arrhythmia societies
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David Mishaali

  • 5 Excellent • 2 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Israel, Ramat Gan, Sheba Medical Center
  • Dr. David Mishaali is the Director of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating infants and children with high-risk heart anomalies. Dr. Mishaali developed a unique minimally invasive surgical approach for congenital heart defects. He works at Sheba Medical Center, a hospital ranked among the world’s top 10.

    • Completed fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and UCSF in the USA.
    • Treats rare newborn conditions requiring complex cardiac reconstruction.
    • Uses minimally invasive methods to reduce trauma and improve cosmetic results.
    • Senior Lecturer and author of numerous peer-reviewed papers on cardiac surgery.
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Armin Sause Chief Physician Of Cardiology And Cardiac Electrophysiology

  • 15 years of experience
  • Germany, Wuppertal, Helios Gesundheit
  • Dr. Armin Sause is the Chief Physician of Cardiology at Helios University Hospital Wuppertal. He specializing in cardiac rhythmology and complex electrophysiology. Dr. Sause holds European certifications in electrophysiology. He uses 3D mapping and modern technologies for heart rhythm treatment. His team follows evidence-based protocols at this leading German heart center.

    • Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and cryoablation for arrhythmias.
    • Treats atrial fibrillation, chronic heart failure, and post-infarction rhythm issues.
    • Expert in pacemaker and ICD implantation and interventional cardiology diagnostics.
    • Leads a department certified for rhythm treatment at a major research hospital.
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Gabriel Crasmariu

  • 5 Excellent • 4 reviews
  • 11 years of experience
  • Romania, Bucharest, Ponderas Academic Hospital
  • Specialist in interventional cardiology with advanced expertise in minimally invasive treatments for cardiovascular diseases. Dr. Crasmariu is a member of the Romanian and European Societies of Cardiology.

    • Performs coronary angiography and angioplasty with stent placement
    • Manages complex coronary artery disease and peripheral arterial disease
    • Conducts modern procedures like transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI)
    • Provides specialized evaluations for heart failure patients
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Oh Dongju

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 50 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Incheon, NAEUN HOSPITAL
  • Dr. Oh Dongju, MD, PhD, is a cardiologist. He specializes in hypertension, hyperlipidemia, angina, myocardial infarction, valvular disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, and myocarditis. His work also covers atherosclerosis and arterial occlusive disease. He is skilled in echocardiography and cardiovascular imaging.

    He completed a cardiology fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine. He also served as a Clinical Instructor at the Cornell University Weill Department of Medicine. He has held many leadership roles. He served as President, KSIC; Director of Publications, General Affairs, and Public Relations, KSC; Chairman, KACG; Board Member, Asan Heart Foundation; Vice President, KHA; Chairman, Division of Cardiology, KAIM; Vice President, NAMOK/KAMS; Governor, ACC Korea Chapter; and Member, the National Bioethics Committee.

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Alexander Wolf

  • 20 years of experience
  • Germany, Wuppertal, Helios Gesundheit
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Gunther Laufer

  • 4.5 Good • 19 reviews
  • Austria, Vienna, Vienna General Hospital (AKH)
  • Prof. Dr. Laufer is the Head of Cardiac Surgery at Vienna General Hospital (AKH).

    • Leads one of Austria's foremost cardiac surgery departments
    • Expert in performing complex cardiovascular procedures
    • Specialist in surgical treatments for advanced arterial disease
    • Oversees patient care at a major university hospital center
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Ilhan Mavioglu

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 36 years of experience
  • Turkey, Tekirdag, Optimed International Hospital
  • Dr. Ilhan Mavioglu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Outpatient Clinic. He performs minimally invasive anaortic coronary bypass and awake carotid surgery. Dr. Mavioglu holds a Professorship from Düzce University and trained at Great Ormond Street Hospital. He specializes in total arterial revascularization and complex endovascular interventions.

    • Certified in robotic mitral valve repair and endovascular surgical techniques.
    • Performs EVAR, FEVAR, and CERAB procedures for peripheral vascular conditions.
    • Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Surgery.
    • Maintains over 400 scientific publications in journals like J Card Surg.
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Min Jeong Kim

  • 18 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Incheon, SEJONG HOSPITAL
  • Dr. Min Jeong Kim is an interventional cardiologist at Incheon Sejong Hospital. She earned both her MD and PhD from Seoul National University College of Medicine. She specializes in heart failure, hypertension, and coronary artery disease treatment. Dr. Kim works at a KOIHA-accredited hospital that treats over 402,000 patients every year.

    • Performs coronary angiography and percutaneous coronary interventions.
    • Expert in diagnostic echocardiography and comprehensive cardiovascular risk assessment.
    • Trained in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease at major Korean medical centers.
    • Treats complex conditions including arrhythmias and atherosclerosis.
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Byung Hee Oh

  • 41 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Incheon, SEJONG HOSPITAL
  • Dr. Byung Hee Oh is a cardiologist at Incheon Sejong Hospital. He previously served as President of the Korean Society of Cardiology. Dr. Oh specializes in heart failure, coronary artery disease, and complex arrhythmias. He held leadership roles at Seoul National University Hospital. Dr. Oh has authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications. He treats patients at Sejong Hospital, which sees over 400,000 annual visits.

    • Former Head of the Division of Cardiology at Seoul National University.
    • Performs radiofrequency ablation and carotid stenting.
    • Received national honors for medical excellence and leadership.
    • Focuses on preventive cardiology and hypertension management.
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Murat Sunbul

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı
  • Dr. Murat Sunbul is a Professor of Cardiology at Istinye University, Topkapi Liv Hospital. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers in respected international medical journals. Dr. Sunbul specializes in complex coronary interventions and advanced cardiac imaging. He is an expert in structural heart disease treatments like TAVI and PFO closure.

    • Performs carotid, peripheral, and renal artery interventions.
    • Expert in coronary imaging using FFR, OCT, and IVUS techniques.
    • Provides device therapies including LBB pacing, ICD, and CRT implantation.
    • Treats complex conditions like pulmonary hypertension and chronic heart failure.
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Wissarut Sakulpaptong

  • 9 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, PYONG Rehabilitation Center
  • Dr. Sakulpaptong brings deep expertise in advanced echocardiography techniques, currently serving at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

    • Specializes in transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography
    • Chief Fellow at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
    • Developed innovative care pathways for heart disease management
    • Recipient of multiple awards for clinical excellence
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Ertugrul Ercan

  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Medicalpoint International Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Ertugrul Ercan is a leading cardiologist with over 32 years of experience specializing in atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

    • Professor at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University – trained next-generation cardiologists
    • Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology – recognized European expertise
    • Completed specialized training at Cleveland Clinic's cardiology department
    • Head of Cardiology Department at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
    • Expert in inflammation and coagulation relation to cardiovascular diseases
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Moni Shuvi

  • 4.2 Good • 13 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Israel, Jerusalem, Hadassah Medical Center
  • An interventional cardiologist who specializes in treating blocked arteries and heart valve conditions at Hadassah Medical Center.

    • Specialized expertise in valvular heart disease and mitral valve procedures
    • Performs coronary angiography and PCI for atherosclerosis
    • Experienced in treating heart attacks (myocardial infarction)
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Patricia Wadowski

  • 10 years of experience
  • Austria, Vienna, JUVENIS
  • Ap. Prof. Priv.-Doz. Dr. Patricia P. Wadowski, PhD, is a specialist in internal medicine and angiology at JUVENIS Medical Center in Vienna. She is a senior physician at the Clinical Department of Angiology. She is also an Associate Professor at the Medical University of Vienna. She consults in German, English, and Polish.

    Key milestones include the MD‑PhD Excellence Programme (2013) and specialist training with rotations in angiology, cardiology/intensive care, nephrology, and oncology (2016–2019). She earned her PhD in 2021 and her habilitation (venia docendi) in internal medicine in 2022. She became a senior physician in 2022 and an Associate Professor in 2023. Since 2024, she has been deputy organisational director of the postgraduate course in Health Care Management. She is a guest lecturer at Jagiellonian University. She joined JUVENIS in 2025.

    Her clinical focus includes personalised cardiovascular risk management, peripheral arterial occlusive disease, and arterial hypertension.

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Christoph Kopp

  • 34 years of experience
  • Austria, Vienna, JUVENIS
  • a.o. Univ. Prof. Dr. med. Christoph Kopp is a specialist in internal medicine. He also holds specialist qualifications in cardiology and angiology. He practices at JUVENIS Medical Center in Vienna. He is a senior physician at the Medical University of Vienna.

    He earned his doctorate in human medicine from the University of Vienna in 1992. He was a research fellow at Harvard Medical School/Beth Israel Deaconess from 1993 to 1996. He completed specialist training in internal medicine from 1997 to 2004. He received his venia docendi and became an Associate University Professor in 2004. He completed specialist training in angiology from 2004 to 2007. He completed specialist training in cardiology from 2007 to 2010. He earned a Professional MBA in Health Care Management in 2014.

    He has been a member of the vascular intervention team since 2001. He joined the cardiology intervention team in 2007. He has served as a senior physician since 2007. He has more than two decades of interventional experience in complex heart and vascular disease. His clinical focus includes personalized cardiovascular medicine, coronary and peripheral angiography and intervention, vein treatment, and health management.

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