Cardiology Doctors Abroad — Page 10

Prof. Dr. Halil Türkoğlu is a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery. He has expertise in coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery, and aortic aneurysm surgery.

His practice includes peripheral vascular surgery, EVAR and TEVAR procedures, carotid surgery, congenital heart surgery, cardiac tumor surgery, and pericardial surgery. He treats both adult and pediatric patients, including those with complex congenital heart defects. He has published research, held academic roles, and is active in national and international professional societies.

Prof. Dr. Korhan Erkanlı is a professor of cardiovascular surgery. He specializes in heart transplantation, left ventricular assist devices (LVADs), and surgery for advanced heart failure. His practice includes coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery, and endovascular treatment for aortic disease.

He has contributed to clinical research on advanced heart failure, artificial heart technologies, and the surgical care of complex cardiovascular conditions. He also promotes organ donation and the life-saving role of heart transplantation.

Member of the Association of Cardiologists and Arrhythmologists of Ukraine

Education and participation in specialized events:

1997 - Donetsk Medical University (specialty - medical practice).

1998 - internship in the specialization of therapy.

1999 - advanced training course in therapy at the Faculty of Postgraduate Education of Donetsk Medical University.

2000 - emergency cardiology on the basis of Kharkiv Medical University.

2003, 2005, 2007 - courses in gastroenterology, pulmonology, general therapy.

2007 - 2nd category in cardiology.

2009 - internship on the basis of the Zaporizhzhia Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education and obtaining a certificate of a specialist in cardiology.

2009 - pre-certification cycle and obtaining the first category.

2010-2012 - topical issues of cardiology and therapy on the basis of Donetsk Medical University.

2013 - doctor of the highest category.

2015:

-thematic improvement - emergency cardiology and topical issues of clinical arrhythmology on the basis of the Strazhesk Institute.

-thematic improvement "24-hour ECG monitoring" at the Kyiv Heart Institute.

-functional diagnostics of cardiovascular diseases on the basis of the Heart Institute.

-participation in the scientific and practical conference "Days of Arrhythmology in Kyiv".

-participation in the work of the V Scientific and Practical Conference of the Association of Arrhythmologists of Ukraine.

-scientific and practical conference "Cardiomyopathies and heart failure".

-master class on implanted devices in clinical cardiology. Indications, principle of operation, procedure for control testing of ECs.

-participation in the work of the XVI National Congress of Cardiologists of Ukraine.-interregional scientific and practical conference "Aspects of modern cardiology, comorbidity in cardiology".

-participation in a master class on modern diagnostic capabilities and algorithms for the treatment of various allergic conditions.

-scientific and practical conference with the participation of leading European specialists in the treatment of acute and chronic diseases of the bronchopulmonary system.

-took a course within the framework of the European Gastroenterological School "New tasks - new solutions to problems in diseases of the gastrointestinal tract".

-participated in the Scientific Symposium with international participation "Results of evidence-based medicine in the clinical practice of a gastroenterologist".

-participation in a master class on gastroenterology "From dysplasia to cancer".

2016:

-participation in the VI Scientific and Practical Conference of the Ukrainian Association of Heart Failure Specialists "Chronic Heart Failure in Ukraine: Priority Ways to Solve the Problem".

-VI Scientific and Practical Conference of the Association of Arrhythmologists of Ukraine.

-Interactive session with the participation of the leading cardiologist, arrhythmologist of Great Britain John Kamm "Modern approaches to antithrombotic therapy".

-seminar on functional diagnostics of cardiovascular diseases.

-participation in the work of the XVII National School of Gastroenterologists, Hepatologists of Ukraine.

-passing the international postgraduate course EAGEN "New horizons in the treatment of chronic pancreatitis and liver diseases".

-obtaining a certificate of completion of the primary cycle of training in Echodopplerography of the heart and major vessels.

2017-2018.– regular participation in meetings of the society of cardiologists, gastroenterologists and therapists:

-training in cycles and master classes with Echo CG (Lviv, Kyiv).

-participation in the annual congress of arrhythmologists.

-participation in the international congress of cardiologists.

-participation in the annual international week of gastroenterology, hepatology, pancreatology.

-participation in the conference on inflammatory bowel diseases.

-active participant in the school of arrhythmologists on the problems of atrial fibrillation.

-obtaining a certificate of participation in the school of functional diagnostics of cardiovascular diseases.

2024:

specialty "Psychiatry"

master class "Problematic issues of modern internal medicine in an interdisciplinary perspective

scientific and practical conference "Arterial hypertension - comorbidity and concomitant diseases"

workshop "CBT in action 2: working with trauma and its consequences

master class "Current issues of emergency cardiology" within the framework of the XXV National Congress of Cardiologists of Ukraine

master class "Echocardiography for a practical cardiologist"

workshop "Soft skills, mad skills and hard skills"

master class "New trends and recommendations in lipidology. How to treat in 2024"

master class "Patient with cardiac and psychiatric pathology"

master class "Patients with cardiac and phychiatric pathology"

master class "ECG. Diagnosis of arrhythmias. From theory to practice"

Prof. Dr. Cengiz Köksal is a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery, including mitral valve repair, aortic valve surgery, coronary bypass, and endovascular treatment of aortic diseases.

He is internationally recognized for beating-heart, minimally invasive mitral valve repair. He trained at major cardiac centers across Europe. He has published many scientific papers and contributed to medical textbooks. He has given more than 100 presentations at national and international meetings. He organizes international valve repair workshops. He advances minimally invasive cardiac surgery through patient care, teaching, and research.

Dr. Tsios specializes in holistic cardiovascular care, addressing both physical and emotional health at Impuls Medical Center.

• Offers personalized treatment plans for arrhythmia and hypertension
• Coordinates comprehensive care with specialists and diagnostics
• Provides long-term monitoring and follow-up care
• Treats complex cases involving heart disease and comorbidities

Prof. Dr. Dursun Duman is a Professor of Cardiology at Medipol Koşuyolu Hospital. He has over 25 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his cardiology training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.

His expertise includes heart failure, coronary artery disease, hypertension, cardiovascular risk, valvular heart disease, and aortic disorders. His research focuses on advanced heart failure, the cardiovascular effects of diabetes and metabolic diseases, aortic stiffness, and cardiac function.

He has published many papers in national and international journals. He has also presented at major cardiology congresses in Turkey and abroad.

Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital – Dr. Perez combines clinical expertise with educational leadership in cardiology.

• 12 years of experience as a general practitioner with focus on cardiovascular health
• Specialized in weight management – key for heart disease prevention
• Certified in biomagnetism therapy for holistic cardiac care
• Experienced in minimally invasive procedures and laser therapies

Dr. Eduardo Fernandez is a certified stem cell expert, recognized by Mexico's top regenerative medicine boards and awaiting international certification from ISSCR.

• Specializes in stem cell therapies for cardiac regeneration
• Certified by the Mexican College of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine
• Awaiting certification from International Society for Stem Cell Research
• Pursuing membership in International Society for Extracellular Vesicles

Prof. Dr. Bülent Demir is a Professor of Cardiology at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine. He is the Head of the Department of Cardiology. He completed medical school at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He finished his cardiology training at Ankara Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital.

He has extensive clinical experience at leading hospitals in Türkiye. He has also worked in Doha, Qatar. His expertise includes coronary artery disease, cardiac syndrome X, coronary slow-flow, valvular heart disease, aortic diseases, and cardiovascular risk factors.

He has authored many scientific publications in national and international journals. His research has been presented at major national and international cardiology meetings.

Prof. Dr. Cenk Eray Yıldız specializes in cardiovascular surgery with a focus on stem cell therapy and artificial heart support systems. He has successfully completed 35+ open heart surgeries as part of a pioneering team.

• Trained in cardiovascular surgery at Istanbul University Cardiology Institute
• Expert in stem cell therapy for heart and vascular conditions
• Part of the team that installed Turkey's first artificial heart support device
• Over 30 years of experience of experience in adult and pediatric heart surgeries
• Specializes in varicose veins and vascular diseases for the past 30 years of experience

Prof. Dr. Bilal Boztosun is a Professor of Cardiology and an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He has over 20 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine. He focuses on complex coronary interventions, including chronic total occlusion (CTO), coronary and peripheral stenting, and structural heart procedures.

He is skilled in minimally invasive therapies, including TAVI, MitraClip, TriClip, EVAR/TEVAR, and carotid and peripheral vascular interventions. He also performs closure procedures for congenital heart defects.

Clinical track record: 900+ TAVI, 300+ MitraClip/TriClip, and 400+ EVAR/TEVAR procedures. He has authored 130+ scientific publications. He received the "Best Peripheral Case" award at the 18th National Applied Interventional Cardiology Meeting.

Prof. Dr. İbrahim Oğuz Karaca is a cardiologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He has over 15 years of clinical and academic experience in cardiovascular medicine. He graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his cardiology training at Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialty Training and Research Hospital.

He has authored and co-authored many scientific publications. He focuses on heart failure, dilated cardiomyopathy, mitral regurgitation, coronary artery disease, hypertension, valvular heart disease, and cardiovascular interventions.