Page 3 - Best Atrial fibrillation doctors: TOP 113 doctors

Dr. Kyung-Hee Kim, MD, PhD, is Director of the Heart Transplantation Center and Head of Cardiology at Incheon Sejong Hospital. She earned her MD, MS, and PhD at Seoul National University College of Medicine. She completed international fellowships, including research at the Mayo Clinic.

Her expertise includes advanced heart failure, transplant evaluation and management, mechanical circulatory support (VAD, ECMO), pulmonary hypertension, complex cardiomyopathies, and genetic, valvular, and adult congenital heart disease.

She leads multidisciplinary cardiac care. She develops clinical protocols and education programs and contributes to research and guideline development in pulmonary hypertension and heart failure. She serves on the AHA Clinical Cardiology Membership Committee.

Specializes in rhythm disorders and complex cardiac interventions at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with training at Cleveland Clinic.

• 15+ years of experience in cardiology
• Trained in interventional cardiology at Cleveland Clinic
• Performs advanced ablation techniques for rhythm disorders
• Member of European Society of Cardiology
• Expert in Mitraclip and TAVI procedures

Dr. Aras brings over 25 years of cardiology experience, specializing in atrial fibrillation at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Extensive experience in cardiology clinics across multiple hospitals
• Specializes in atrial fibrillation management and treatment

Dr. Omer Alyan brings over 15 years of cardiology experience, specializing in atrial fibrillation at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Supervised cardiology clinics at Private Veni Vidi Hospital
• Trained at Health Sciences University and Dicle University
• Worked at Turkey High Specialization Training and Research Hospital

Professor Sung-Ho Kim, MD, MS, PhD, is a pediatric cardiologist and congenital heart disease specialist with more than 40 years of experience. He trained at Hanyang University College of Medicine (MD) and Hanyang University Graduate School (MS, PhD). He helped advance catheter-based treatment of ASD, VSD, tetralogy of Fallot, and other defects. This work reduced the need for open-heart surgery. He has performed more than 1,200 pediatric and congenital cardiac interventions.

He has led academic and clinical programs. He contributes to research and training. He also participates in professional cardiology societies and presents at international conferences.

Prof. Murat Sünbül is a Professor of Cardiology at İstinye University, Topkapı Liv Hospital (2025–present). He earned his M.D. from Istanbul University in 2005 and completed a cardiology residency at Marmara University in 2010. From 2011 to 2025, he served at Marmara University as a Cardiology Specialist, and then as Assistant, Associate, and Professor.

Expertise includes complex coronary interventions and coronary imaging (FFR, OCT, IVUS). He performs peripheral, carotid, and renal artery interventions and denervation. He treats structural and valve disease (ASD/PFO closure, TAVI). He provides device therapy (LBB pacing, ICD, CRT). He uses advanced imaging (TEE, 3D echo, speckle tracking) and performs right heart catheterization. He also manages heart failure, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and pulmonary hypertension.

He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers in national and international journals. His work has appeared in Herz, The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon, Cardiology Journal, and Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift.

Associate Professor with 17+ years in cardiology – Dr. Sahin specializes in atrial fibrillation at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Chief Assistant at Kartal Koşuyolu Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association and Chronic Total Occlusion Club
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Professor Byung-Hee Oh, MD, PhD, is a cardiologist at Incheon Sejong Hospital. He graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine. He completed training in Internal Medicine and Cardiology at Seoul National University Hospital. His clinical focus includes heart failure, coronary artery disease, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and preventive cardiology.

He served as Professor of Cardiology at Seoul National University. He also served as Director of a cardiovascular center and Head of the Division of Cardiology. He was President of the Korean Society of Cardiology and led national heart failure and hypertension groups. He has authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications. He has given invited lectures at major international cardiology conferences and received national honors.

Prof. Ertugrul Ercan brings over 30 years of cardiology expertise, including training at Cleveland Clinic and leadership roles at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University.

• Specializes in interventional cardiology and complex arrhythmia cases
• Member of the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
• Former Head of Cardiology Department at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
• Holds European Cardiologist Diploma and Fellow of ESC status

Dr. Mutlu Cicek specializes in rhythm disorders, including atrial fibrillation, with a focus on cardiovascular care.

• Experienced in treating coronary artery diseases and heart valve issues
• Expertise in managing high blood pressure and hyperlipidemia
• Skilled in addressing leg and cervical vascular diseases
• Provides comprehensive care for heart failure patients

Dr. Yucel specializes in rhythm disorders, including atrial fibrillation, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in coronary angiography and interventions
• Treats a range of cardiovascular conditions
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans

Trained in advanced heart failure at Switzerland's prestigious Zurich University – Dr. Kakar specializes in complex cardiac cases at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Board-certified cardiologist with 9+ years of experience
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and American College of Cardiology
• Completed specialized training in percutaneous cardiovascular interventions
• Works with Heart Failure Association protocols

Board-certified internist with extensive hospital leadership experience, currently overseeing operations at Hospital Medica Cancun.

• Specializes in preoperative evaluations for complex medical cases
• Certified by the Mexican Board of Internal Medicine
• Diploma in Hospital Administration from Instituto Politecnico Nacional
• Coordinates multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care

Specializing in arrhythmias, Dr. Dogdus performs EPS and ablation procedures at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained in cardiology at Ege University
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology
• Active in the Turkish Cardiology Association's Arrhythmia Working Group
• Performs catheter-based interventions for atrial fibrillation

Dr. Said Barakat brings 15+ years of cardiology expertise and leads key units at Quirónsalud Marbella, specializing in arrhythmia treatment.

• Author of 'Electrocardiography for Residents' and over 80 medical publications
• Head of the Arrhythmia Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital
• Responsible for the Nuclear Cardiology Unit at Tanit Institute in Malaga
• Recognized as a top cardiology expert in Andalusia

Prof. Akpinar specializes in electrophysiology and ablation for atrial fibrillation, with extensive experience at Atlas University Hospital.

• Cardiology professor with over 20 years of expertise
• Performs complex procedures like EPS and ablation
• Published multiple studies on cardiac function and arrhythmias
• Member of prominent cardiology research networks

Dr. Sakulpaptong specializes in advanced echocardiography at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital – a leader in cardiac care.

• Chief Fellow in Cardiology at a top Thai hospital
• Expert in transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography
• Developed innovative cardiac care pathways for underserved patients
• Recipient of multiple awards for clinical excellence

Led Arrhythmia Units at top hospitals in Spain for over 25 years – Dr. Cabrera specializes in complex heart rhythm disorders.

• Fellowship trained at London's Royal Brompton Hospital
• Director of Cardiology at Quirónsalud Madrid since 2006
• Professor at European University of Madrid
• Former President of Heart Rhythm Society Fellowship Program

Trained in heart valve correction and replacement in Austria, Belgium, and Lithuania – Dr. Lipey-Diamant brings international expertise to atrial fibrillation cases.

• Completed clinical training at Marie Lannelongue Medical Center in Paris
• Former head of the aortic surgery unit at Sheba Medical Center
• Residency in cardiothoracic surgery under Professor Bernardo Widne
• Specializes in complex cardiac procedures including valve replacements