Mitral Valve Prolapse Doctors Worldwide

Prof. Emin Tireli specializes in complex pediatric cardiac defects, including mitral valve prolapse, with over 39 years of surgical experience.

• Performs neonatal cardiovascular surgery and congenital heart surgeries
• Published more than 100 articles in international journals
• Faculty member at Istanbul School of Medicine
• Expert in aortic and left ventricular surgery

Dr. Becher leads cardiovascular treatments at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen, specializing in modern diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for heart conditions.

• Performs 3,000–4,000 invasive procedures annually
• Expert in catheter-based valve treatments including TAVR
• Uses advanced imaging like cardiac MRI and CT
• Provides 24-hour care for acute coronary syndromes

Dr. Trifan specializes in complex mitral valve procedures, combining surgical precision with a patient-centered approach at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• 11 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive cardiac surgery techniques
• Affiliated with top-tier medical institutions
• Strong commitment to innovation and patient safety

Specializes in Prosthetic Dental Treatment with a focus on Digital Dentistry and Oral Implantology at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Ph.D. in Prosthetic Dentistry from Hacettepe University
• Member of European Association for Osseointegration (EAO)
• Published research on fracture resistance of implant-supported crowns
• Trained in CAD-CAM restorations and ceramic applications

Dr. Samet Erinc specializes in spine surgery and orthopedic trauma, bringing expertise from training in Turkey and the USA.

• Trained at Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine and Medeniyet University
• Worked at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Completed a fellowship at Chicago Loyola University
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Certified in advanced spine surgery techniques

Head of Cardiac Surgery Department at Vienna General Hospital (AKH) – leading expert in mitral valve procedures.

• Specializes in minimally invasive mitral valve repair
• Extensive experience in complex cardiac surgeries
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery

Dr. Lipey-Diamant trained at a top European heart surgery center in Paris and pursued advanced valve surgery courses across Europe. He leads the aortic surgery unit at the Sheba Medical Center in Israel.

• Over 24 years of experience in cardiothoracic surgery
• Specialized training in heart valve correction and replacement
• Completed a prestigious fellowship in Paris at the Marie Lannelongue Center
• Graduated his residency in Israel with honors

Dr. Moni Shuvi is a specialist in valvular heart disease who focuses on the mitral valve. He practices advanced interventional cardiology at the internationally recognized Hadassah Medical Center.

• Performs procedures like percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)
• Treats acute cardiac events such as myocardial infarction
• Expert in coronary angiography diagnostics
• Brings specialized, targeted care for valve-related conditions

Professor Kim Ki-bong specializes in CABG, valve surgery, atrial fibrillation, and heart transplantation. He is Director of the Cardiac Surgery and Cardiovascular Centers at Myongji Hospital. He pioneered advanced coronary bypass in Korea. He has extensive OPCAB experience and works on the TECAB team using the da Vinci Xi.

In 2025, his team performed Korea’s first totally endoscopic CABG without cardiopulmonary bypass. In August 2026, they achieved the nation’s first multivessel TECAB.

He is former Chair of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery at Seoul National University College of Medicine. He is also former Chief of the same department at Seoul National University Hospital. He serves on the Editorial Board of The Annals of Thoracic Surgery. He is a member of AATS, STS, and EACTS. He is a past President of the Korean Societies of Coronary Artery Surgery, Surgical Treatment of Arrhythmias, and Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. His research includes 130+ international and 140+ Korean papers. He has given 80+ international and 80+ Korean lectures. He earned his MD, Master’s, and PhD at Seoul National University.

Professor Ehrlich leads the aneurysm program at Vienna General Hospital – bringing his extensive expertise in cardiac surgery to help patients with mitral valve prolapse.

• Specialized in cardiac surgery with training at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York
• Author of over 100 articles on aneurysm surgery and innovative techniques
• Fluent in English and Polish for seamless patient communication

Specializes in heart valve surgery, including mitral valve prolapse, with extensive training and professional recognition.

• Holds memberships in Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery and National Society for Vascular Surgery
• Published research on heart surgery techniques and outcomes
• Trained at Ege University Faculty of Medicine and Dokuz Eylul University

Professor Murat Ugurlucan brings over 19 years of cardiac surgery expertise, specializing in mitral valve procedures at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at prestigious institutions including Marmara University and Istanbul University
• Former faculty member at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine
• Recipient of awards for cardiovascular research presentations
• Extensive international experience including fellowships in Germany and Saudi Arabia

Professor M.D. Cenap Zeybek specializes in pediatric cardiology – experienced in complex mitral valve procedures.

• Performed numerous heart valve replacements and repairs
• Fellowship-trained at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital
• Promoted to Professor of Pediatric Cardiology in 2017
• Skilled in both surgical and minimally invasive techniques

Dr. Balci specializes in orthopedic surgery at Medistate Hospital Istanbul, focusing on conditions of the bones, ligaments, joints, and tendons.

• Treats a variety of orthopedic conditions including meniscus tears and knee injuries
• Performs popular procedures like ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair
• Available for consultations 6 days a week

Dr. Olga Shishkina is a cardiologist and general practitioner at Perfecto Room in Kyiv. She holds the title of Honored Doctor of Ukraine. Dr. Shishkina treats cardiovascular conditions including coronary artery disease and heart valve disorders. She received the Order of Princess Olga for her work in medicine.

• Co-authored 7 scientific publications on cardiology and internal medicine.
• Recipient of the honorary diploma of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.
• Treats hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and atherosclerosis.
• Practices at Perfecto Room, a clinic serving 800 patients annually.