Ventricular septal defect Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Cengiz Koksal leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, bringing decades of specialized experience in heart conditions.

• Over 34 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Established the Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic at Süreyyapaşa Hospital
• Associate Professor in Cardiovascular Surgery since 2005
• Currently practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Professor Murat Ugurlucan brings over 19 years of specialized cardiac surgery experience, currently practicing at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at prestigious institutions including Marmara University and Istanbul University
• Completed fellowship at King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia
• Holds professorship in cardiac surgery since 2020
• Recognized for research contributions in cardiovascular medicine

Specialized in cardiovascular surgery with awards for innovative research – Didem Melis Oztas brings both academic rigor and clinical expertise to ventricular septal defect treatment at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Awarded 2nd prize at National Vascular Surgery Congress for groundbreaking research
• Focuses on both surgical interventions and innovative treatment approaches
• Member of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Society

Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center – Prof. Dr. Kucukaksu has 40 years of specialized experience, including pioneering mechanical circulatory support in Turkey.

• Experienced in both adult and pediatric cardiac surgery
• Internationally trained in LVAD systems and heart failure surgery
• Performs complex procedures including valve replacements and aortic repairs
• Leader in total artificial heart and hybrid cardiovascular procedures

Dr. Bulent Mese is a cardiovascular surgeon at SANKO University Hospital in Gaziantep. He performs heart surgery for adults and children. Dr. Mese treats congenital conditions including Tetralogy of Fallot and ventricular septal defects. He works at a 600-bed facility licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health. The hospital holds ISO 45001 certification for occupational health and safety standards. Dr. Mese surgically treats atrial septal defects and other structural heart issues.

Performed 10,000+ surgeries for congenital heart diseases – Dr. Iyer pioneered pediatric cardiac care in Northern India.

• Specializes in complex neonatal cardiac surgery and malnourished child cases
• Performed India's first successful rapid two-stage arterial switch operation
• Trained at Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne under Dr. R.B.B. Mee
• Leads Fortis Escorts Heart Institute's benchmark pediatric cardiac program

Dr. Akdeniz brings extensive training in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, with experience at two of Turkey's leading hospitals.

• Trained at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
• Further specialized at M. Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
• Graduated from Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Specialist in congenital heart disease treatment at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Cardiac surgeon with expertise in ventricular septal defect
• Works at Johns Hopkins Hospital – a leader in cardiac care
• Focuses on congenital heart disease treatment

Dr. Felix Berger is a renowned Pediatric Cardiologist with of experience, specializing in congenital heart disease and pulmonary arterial hypertension.

• President of the German Society of Pediatric Cardiology
• Member of multiple prestigious cardiology societies
• Author of numerous peer-reviewed publications
• Accredited Physician from Christian-Albrechts University

10,000+ heart surgeries performed – Dr. Sandeep Attawar is India's top cardiothoracic surgeon specializing in ventricular septal defect repair.

• 85-90% success rate in heart and lung transplants
• Director of Cardiac Surgery at Global Hospital Chennai
• Member of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Fellowship-trained in cardiothoracic surgery

Author of over 100 scientific publications in leading European Journals of Cardiac Surgery – Dr. Bablyak brings deep expertise to ventricular septal defect cases.

• Member of the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons
• Active member of the Association of Cardiovascular Surgeons of Ukraine
• Extensive research background enhances clinical practice

For over 44 years, Dr. Villagrá has been specializing in pediatric cardiac surgery, with a strong focus on congenital heart defects like ventricular septal defect.

• Head of Children's Cardiac Surgery at Hospital Universitario HM Montepríncipe since 1999
• Extensive training at top institutions including Mayo Clinic and Boston Children's Hospital
• Authored over 100 publications in international and national medical journals
• Fellow of the European Board of Cardiovascular Surgeons

Dr. Temucin Ogus is a vascular and congenital cardiac surgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He treats pediatric heart conditions, including Tetralogy of Fallot and ventricular septal defects. His surgical work includes heart valve reconstruction and open heart procedures.

• Specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery for congenital heart malformations.
• Performs surgical repairs for atrial septal defects and atelocardia.
• Works at Estophia Hospital, a surgical center with nearly 300 beds.
• Is part of a medical team of over 80 doctors in Istanbul.

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.