Best Atrial septal defect Doctors Worldwide — TOP 37

Dr. Ali Gozukucuk specializes in pediatric surgery, with a fellowship from Erciyes University and extensive experience in congenital conditions.

• Completed surgical training at Çukurova and Erciyes Universities
• Expert in treating pediatric hernias and abdominal conditions
• Published multiple articles in international medical journals
• Active participant in national and international surgical congresses

Prof. Dr. Emin Trly has performed 900+ pediatric cardiac procedures and specializes in congenital heart defects at Altınbaş University Hospital.

• 17 years of experience in pediatric cardiovascular surgery
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Published 20+ research papers on cardiac surgery techniques
• Specializes in complex congenital heart disease cases

Dr. Livia Kapusta specializes in pediatric cardiology, focusing on congenital heart conditions at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• Trained at Tel-Aviv University and Radboud University Nijmegen
• Performs procedures like PDA Closure and Balloon Atrial Septostomy
• Treats conditions including Atrial Septal Defect and Patent Foramen Ovale
• Manages cardiac emergencies and arrhythmia treatments

Prof. Mert Yilmaz leads the cardiovascular surgery department at Kadikoy Florence Nightingale Hospital, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for atrial septal defect repair.

• Over 36 years of experience in adult and pediatric cardiovascular surgery
• International member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (USA)
• Pioneered endovascular aneurysm repair techniques in Turkey
• Published 50+ peer-reviewed papers, including 7 world-first reports

Professor Emin Tireli specializes in neonatal and complex congenital heart surgeries, with over 39 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery.

• Expert in reconstructive pediatric cardiac surgery, including atrial septal defects
• Published over 100 articles in international medical journals
• Faculty member at Istanbul School of Medicine since 2005
• Performs advanced techniques like off-pump Fontan procedures

Dr. Samet Erinc specializes in spine surgery and orthopedic trauma at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA
• Expert in scoliosis, kyphosis, and childhood spinal diseases
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Certified in advanced spine surgery techniques

Professor Turkoz has over 39 years of experience in cardiology, with a focus on atrial septal defect treatments at leading hospitals.

• Specialized in cardiology at İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
• Held academic positions at İnönü University and Başkent University
• Currently practices at Acıbadem Bakırköy Hospital in Istanbul
• Extensive experience in both teaching and clinical practice

Dr. Trifan specializes in complex heart surgeries, including minimally invasive techniques, at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• 11 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Expertise in coronary artery bypass and valve repair/replacement
• Affiliated with top-tier medical institutions
• Focuses on patient-centered care and safety

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.

Dr. Sungho Kim is a pediatric cardiologist at Sejong Hospital in Incheon. He has performed more than 1,200 pediatric and congenital cardiac interventions. Dr. Kim specializes in treating heart defects without open-heart surgery. He uses catheter-based methods for ASD, VSD, and tetralogy of Fallot.

• Earned MD, MS, and PhD degrees from Hanyang University.
• Treats complex congenital heart conditions in both children and adults.
• Performed over 1,200 minimally invasive cardiac procedures.
• Works at Sejong Hospital, a KOIHA-accredited facility in South Korea.

Dr. Jeong Yoon Kim is the Head of Pediatrics at Bucheon Sejong Hospital. She treats congenital heart defects, Kawasaki disease, and pediatric arrhythmias. Dr. Kim trained at Severance Hospital, a top-tier medical center in Korea. She provides care at both Bucheon and Incheon Sejong Hospitals.

• Expertise in echocardiography for infants, children, and adolescents.
• Treats structural heart issues like atrial and ventricular septal defects.
• Collaborates with surgical teams for pre- and post-procedural heart care.
• Practices at KOIHA-accredited Sejong Hospital, which sees 400,000+ annual patients.

Dr. Jieun Ban is a pediatric cardiologist at Bucheon Sejong Hospital. She specializes in pediatric arrhythmias and congenital heart disease. Dr. Ban performs catheter-based electrophysiologic treatments for children and adolescents. She works at Sejong Hospital, a KOIHA-accredited facility that serves over 402,000 patients annually.

• Expertise in treating atrial septal defects (ASD) and ventricular septal defects (VSD).
• Performs cryoablation to treat heart rhythm disorders in infants and children.
• Skilled in advanced echocardiographic assessment and pediatric cardiac syncope evaluation.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including pediatric surgeons and intensive care specialists.

Specializes in Valvular Heart Disease and Mitral Valve procedures at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Expert in PCI and Coronary Angiography
• Focused on Interventional Cardiology
• Experienced in treating Myocardial Infarction

Professor M.D. Cenap Zeybek specializes in pediatric cardiology with extensive experience in atrial septal defect surgeries.

• Performs a wide range of cardiac procedures including heart valve replacement and open heart surgery
• Trained at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital – a leading institution for pediatric cardiology
• Published numerous academic papers and presentations in the field
• Promoted to Professor of Pediatric Cardiology in 2017