Chronic Heart Failure (CHF) Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Alexander Krapivsky is a German board-certified internist and cardiologist with more than 20 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine. He trained at I.M. Sechenov University. He worked at University Hospital Essen, Heart Center Duisburg, and Evangelisches Krankenhaus Mülheim. From 2006 to 2015, he led the cardiac catheterization laboratory as a senior cardiologist.

He founded Herzquartier in 2015 and serves as medical director. It is a network of specialized cardiology practices in Düsseldorf, Mülheim an der Ruhr, and Mönchengladbach. His expertise includes prevention and early detection, coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, lipid disorders, and non‑invasive diagnostics.

Accreditations include DGK Interventional Cardiology, Active Cardiac Rhythm Devices, Heart Failure, and Special Cardiovascular Prevention. He is certified in lipidology (DGFF) and trained in internal intensive care medicine. He has authored and co‑authored research published in the New England Journal of Medicine, Clinical Research in Cardiology, and EuroIntervention.

Yuriy Pya is a specialist at the UMC Heart Center (University Medical Center) and leads the UMC Heart Team. On May 4, 2026, he led the first animal implantation of a DuoCor2 biventricular mechanical circulatory support system (Bi-VAD) in CIS countries. His cardiology practice focuses on advanced heart failure support, including Bi-VAD/LVAD-related right ventricular failure contexts.

Makhabbat Sansyzbayevna Bekbosynova is a specialist at UMC and is listed as a Doctor of Medical Sciences and a highest-category cardiologist. She also holds a governance role as Deputy Chairperson of the Board — Member of the Board. Her cardiology work covers chronic heart failure care pathways, with services including echocardiography and cardiologist consultations (including online).

Rafael F. Cruz is a specialist at the clinic and Medical Director of the Kentuckiana Ketamine Institute. With 30+ years of experience in regenerative, functional, and integrative medicine, he combines physician-monitored ketamine therapy with image-guided regenerative injections, including perispinal etanercept (PSE). Consultations are $400 paid in advance and can be done in person or via telemedicine/Zoom.

Yair Sagi is a senior physician in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at Ichilov (Tel Aviv Medical Center), with responsibility for women’s heart diseases during pregnancy. He combines Obstetrics & Gynecology training with cardiology-focused pregnancy diagnostics using 2D and 3D echocardiography. For international patients, this is a focused, evidence-driven pathway when pregnancy and cardiac risk overlap.

Dr. Sotirios Papathanasiou, MD, PhD, is an interventional cardiologist and arrhythmologist with over 20 years of experience. He is certified in interventional cardiology by EAPCI and the ESC. His expertise includes coronary artery disease, cardiac arrhythmias (including atrial fibrillation), heart failure, valvular disease, and congenital heart disease. He performs coronary angiography, angioplasty, and pacemaker implantation.

Education: Medical degree from the University of Ioannina School of Medicine. PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1999–2005). Postgraduate degree in interventional cardiology from the University of Athens. Training: Hippokrateion Hospital (University Cardiology Department), Alexandra Hospital, Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center, and Attikon Hospital. Affiliations: European Society of Cardiology (ESC), EAPCI, Hellenic Cardiological Society, and Hellenic Society of Lipidology and Atherosclerosis.

Languages: Greek and English.

Dimitar Tsachev is a cardiologist at MC Pentagram / Pentagram Eye Hospital and Medical Center in Sofia. He has over 15 years of experience in internal medicine and cardiology. His clinical work includes arterial hypertension, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, and arrhythmia/rhythm and conduction disorders.

Dr. Hemant Khemani is a cardiologist at the clinic, listed on Suvarna Hospital’s Doctors FAQ. His cardiology care includes preventive cardiology, coronary artery disease management, and heart failure management, plus advanced interventions. He provides comprehensive cardiac care using modern cardiac technologies. Patients can book a consultation through the clinic’s WhatsApp appointment flow.

Dr. Surinder Hansra is a cardiologist at the clinic, specializing in interventional cardiology and preventive cardiology. He is available 12:00 pm–1:00 pm on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. His skills include angioplasty, echocardiography, and cardiac catheterization. Patients can book through the clinic’s WhatsApp appointment flow.

Ashok Seth is a specialist at the clinic in Cardiology at Fortis Escorts Hospital, Delhi, with 40+ years of experience. His profile lists clinical experience across major cardiovascular conditions, including chronic heart failure, arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, and hypertension. For complex cardiology consultations, this profile provides deep experience within the clinic network.

Dort. Mag. Rajesh Dandale is a specialist at Herzquartier, listed as a Facharzt for Internal Medicine and Cardiology. His academic background is shown as MBBS, MD, and PhD in cardiovascular medicine. For international patients, he brings cardiology-focused care within a group practice for heart and circulatory diseases in Mülheim an der Ruhr, with memberships including ESC, DGK, and DGFF.

Danan Zhu is a specialist at Herzquartier, listed as a Facharzt for Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Angiology. His membership portfolio includes DGK and DGA. For patients who need both heart and vessel assessment, his clinic profile highlights echocardiography and Doppler/duplex angioscanning as core diagnostics.