Chronic Heart Failure (CHF) Doctors Abroad — Page 3

The doctor is a distinguished cardiology specialist with extensive clinical experience, having earned a medical degree from Hacettepe University in 2004 and completed cardiology specialization at Gazi University in 2010. Achieving the rank of Professor in 2024, the doctor has served at several prominent institutions, including Ankara Turkey Higher Specialized Hospital and Ankara Bilkent City Hospital.

The doctor specializes in preventive cardiology, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and heart failure, with significant expertise in interventional procedures such as coronary angiography, stent and balloon treatments, and complex coronary interventions. The doctor is also skilled in cardio-oncology, rhythm disorders, and advanced imaging techniques like TEE.

Dr. Tuna Katırcıbaşı is a cardiologist at Private Medline Adana Hospital. He treats coronary artery disease, heart failure, and hypertension. Dr. Katırcıbaşı combines research with interventional practice for complex cardiovascular conditions.

• Published over 60 peer-reviewed scientific articles in international journals.
• Performs coronary angiography, balloon angioplasty, and stent placements.
• Uses echocardiography and Holter monitoring for rhythm assessment.
• Former associate professor at Başkent University Department of Cardiology.

Dr. Jie Wei Oscar Li Zhu is an internal medicine and critical care specialist at Publio Cordón Memorial Hospital in Madrid. He manages chronic conditions, including pulmonary hypertension, diabetes type 2, and chronic heart failure. Dr. Zhu treats patients at a facility holding Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, which signifies the clinic meets international standards for patient safety.

The hospital has over 100 physicians across different medical fields. Dr. Zhu performs diagnostics and therapy for endocrine and cardiac disorders. His practice is within a facility recognized by the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology. The hospital uses an internal medicine approach involving specialists from different departments.

Dr. Mihai Podaru Galca is a specialist in internal medicine, critical care, and clinical oncology at Publio Cordón Memorial Hospital in Madrid. He treats conditions including esophageal cancer, chronic heart failure, and asthma. Dr. Galca works at a facility accredited by Joint Commission International.

The hospital follows international standards across its cardiology and oncology departments. Dr. Galca manages acute and chronic cases, performing diagnostics and immunotherapy for cancer. His background allows him to treat patients with multiple conditions, such as COPD complicated by pneumonia.

Dr. MC Sandeep is a cardiologist at Cura Hospitals in Bangalore. He holds a Master of Science in Cardiology from the United Kingdom and is a member of the Royal College of Physicians of London. He performs interventional procedures at this ISO-certified facility.

• Performs coronary angiography, angioplasty with stenting, and pacemaker implantation.
• Treats conditions such as chronic heart failure and coronary artery disease.
• Holds professional certifications including FIEC and FICC.
• Practices at Cura Hospitals, which follows ISO 9001:2015 quality management standards.

The doctor is a cardiology specialist who completed medical training at Istanbul University and specialized at the Siyami Ersek Thoracic Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital. With an extensive academic and clinical background, the doctor has served as a chief resident and associate professor, eventually attaining the rank of professor. The doctor currently practices at Ankara City (Bilkent) Hospital.

The doctor possesses significant expertise in interventional cardiology, cardiac pacemaker implantation, and electrophysiology. Clinical focus areas include echocardiography, heart valve procedures such as TAVI and mitral balloon valvuloplasty, and complex coronary and CTO procedures. The doctor has authored numerous scientific studies in national and international journals.

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.