Pulmonary Hypertension Doctors Worldwide

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.

Prof. Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital, specializing in advanced pulmonary hypertension treatments.

• 40 years in cardiovascular surgery with focus on heart failure
• Pioneered mechanical circulatory support programs in Turkey
• Extensive experience in LVAD systems and hybrid procedures
• Director of a major heart transplant center
• International fellowships in Germany, France, and the US

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Özkan is a cardiologist at Koru Ankara Hospital. His main areas are coronary artery and heart valve diseases, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 1974. He completed specialization in occupational diseases in 1982 and in cardiology in 1991. He became an associate professor in 1993 and a professor in 2007.

He served at GATA, Izmir Air Hospital, Kütahya Air Hospital, and the NATO Hospital in Belgium. He has published many national and international articles. He has treated many patients.

Prof. Savini specializes in Minimally Invasive Surgery for pulmonary hypertension, with experience at top European cardiology institutions.

• Expert in Mitral restorative surgery and Thoracic Aortic Surgery
• Associate Professor at Alma Mater Studiorum - University of Bologna
• Member of European Association for CardioThoracic Surgery
• Author of multiple publications on aortic valve repair

Dr. Pradeep Nair brings over 27 years of specialized cardiac surgery experience to Aster Hospitals in Dubai.

• Specializes in complex procedures like Bentall and heart double valve replacements
• Trained at prestigious institutions including AIIMS and Waikato Hospital
• Performs advanced techniques including Heart Port Surgery
• Consultant CT surgeon at NMC Specialty Hospital in Al Ain

Specialist in interventional cardiology with fellowship training at St. Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto – one of Canada's leading institutions.

• Expertise in structural heart interventions, including pulmonary hypertension cases
• Member of the Cardiology Society of India
• Experience as Assistant Professor in Cardiology at Sri Jayadeva Institute

Specializes in pulmonary hypertension with over 30 years of cardiology experience at top Turkish hospitals, including Ankara City Hospital.

• Board-certified in cardiology with extensive training in pulmonary conditions
• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital – a leading facility for cardiac care
• Academic roles include teaching at Karabük University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Hasan Turhan is an interventional cardiologist at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He treats heart conditions such as coronary artery disease, arrhythmia, and pulmonary hypertension. He uses catheter-based procedures to restore blood flow and heart rhythm.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation and rhythm disorders.
• Treats atherosclerosis using angioplasty and stent placement.
• Manages vascular conditions through carotid and intracranial stenting.
• Works at Estophia Hospital, a facility with nearly 300 patient beds.

Dr. Ismail Oral Hastaoglu graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center in 2005. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EACTS, ESVS, UVCD, the Phlebology Association, and TKDCD.

Dr. Hastaoglu specializes in coronary bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, congenital heart diseases, heart tumors, and aneurysm treatments. He also has experience in carotid artery operations, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease management, and AV fistula procedures. He has made important contributions to cardiovascular surgery.

Specializes in pediatric cardiology with a focus on pulmonary hypertension cases at Pendik Medipol University Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience in pediatric cardiology
• Trained in pediatric cardiology at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Works at Medipol University Pendik Hospital – a leading medical facility
• Previously served at Izmir Dr. Behçet Uz Pediatric Training and Research Hospital

Prof. Bozkurt specializes in pulmonary hypertension with over 34 years of experience in cardiology at leading institutions.

• Founding and Head of Cardiology at two university hospitals
• Professor of Medicine at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University
• Currently practices at Medicana International Hospital in Ankara

Dr. Omer Alyan brings over 28 years of cardiology experience, specializing in pulmonary hypertension at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Supervised cardiology clinics at Private Veni Vidi Hospital
• Trained at Health Sciences University and Dicle University
• Extensive experience in both research and clinical settings

Prof Giuseppe Speziale specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, with a focus on pulmonary hypertension. He leads cardiac surgery departments at multiple prestigious hospitals and co-founded the Mitral Academy.

• National Coordinator of Cardiac Surgery for GVM Care & Research
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for valve diseases
• Author of over 90 publications in cardiothoracic surgery
• Recipient of the 'Top Doctors Awards' in 2021
• Focuses on new technologies for treating pulmonary hypertension

Specializing in interventional cardiology, Dr. Ozdemir has performed thousands of complex coronary and peripheral procedures, including radial angiography.

• 20 years of experience in cardiology
• Trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a reference center for cardiology
• Faculty member at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology