Page 4 - Best pediatric cardiac surgeons: TOP 84 doctors

Award-winning pediatric pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul – Dr. Erkancakir specializes in complex respiratory conditions with over 36 years of experience of experience.

• Board member of the Pediatric Chest Diseases Association
• Expert in bronchoscopic diagnosis and treatment procedures
• Multiple awards from the Turkish Thoracic Society
• Member of the European Respiratory Society

10,000+ heart surgeries performed – Dr. Sandeep Attawar leads the Cardiac Surgery & Thoracic Organ Transplant Program at Gleneagles Global Health City.

• Specializes in heart and lung transplants with 85-90% success rate
• Director of Cardiovascular Surgery at Global Hospital Chennai since 2017
• Member of The International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation
• Trained at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences

Specialist in congenital heart disease at Johns Hopkins Hospital – one of the top cardiac centers globally.

• Focuses on pediatric and adult congenital heart conditions
• Part of a renowned cardiac surgery team
• Trained at leading institutions for heart surgery

Head of the Pediatric Heart Transplantation Department at Johns Hopkins Hospital – Dr. Vricella specializes in advancing pediatric heart care.

• Extensive experience in pediatric heart surgery
• Leads a dedicated team for heart transplantation
• Works at one of the top-ranked hospitals in the U.S.

Dr. Cevat Azeroglu specializes in advanced diagnostic imaging, supporting accurate medical decisions across multiple specialties.

• Expert in conventional radiology, ultrasound, CT, and MRI imaging
• Provides minimally invasive interventional radiology procedures
• Focuses on oncological imaging for cancer staging and follow-up
• Collaborates with clinical teams for precise treatment planning

Dr. Aian Abdrakhmanov is a leading cardiac arrhythmia specialist with a PhD and Doctor of Medical Sciences degree, focusing on pediatric cases.

• President of Kazakh society of arrhythmologists
• Organizes international school in clinical electrophysiology
• Lectures and proctors master classes in Kazakhstan and Central Asia
• Specializes in interventional arrhythmology for children

Author of 100+ scientific publications in leading European cardiac surgery journals – Dr. Bablyak combines research with clinical expertise at Dobrobut Medical Network.

• Member of the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons
• Active in the Association of Cardiovascular Surgeons of Ukraine
• Specializes in complex congenital heart conditions
• Focuses on advanced cardiac valve procedures

Dr Erdem Gelegen brings 22 years of experience of expertise in ophthalmology, specializing in advanced eye surgeries at Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• Specializes in cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and premium intraocular lenses
• Expert in refractive surgery for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism correction
• Trained in retinal disease management including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Skilled in glaucoma surgical and medical treatments to prevent vision loss
• Performs corneal and anterior segment surgeries for conditions like keratoconus

Over 44 years of experience leading pediatric cardiac surgery units – Dr. Villagrá specializes in congenital heart defects at Hospital Universitario HM Montepríncipe.

• Head of Congenital Heart Disease Unit since 1982
• Trained at top US institutions like Mayo Clinic and Boston Children's
• Published 100+ papers in international cardiovascular journals
• Performs complex procedures including transposition of great arteries

Dr Nimet Ozcan specializes in dermatology, offering advanced care for both medical and cosmetic skin conditions.

• 12 years of experience of dermatology experience
• Expertise in acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin infections
• Provides cosmetic treatments like dermal fillers and laser therapy
• Specializes in pediatric dermatology for children and adolescents

Dr. Kuatbaev Yermagambet Mukhanovich is a distinguished pediatric cardiac surgeon with of experience, specializing in both congenital and acquired heart defects.

• Head of the Department of Cardiac Surgery at National Research Cardiac Surgery Center
• Specialized in leading clinics abroad, bringing global expertise to his practice
• Performs minimally invasive interventions using endovideothoracoscopic equipment
• Member of the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons
• Author of over 20 scientific articles on cardiac surgery

One of the most senior dermatologists in the region with 41 years of experience of experience – Dr. Akkaya combines medical and cosmetic dermatology expertise.

• Specializes in both common and chronic skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema
• Expert in dermato-oncology, including surgical treatment of skin tumors
• Offers advanced laser and light-based therapies for various skin disorders
• Provides specialized care for elderly patients with long-term skin conditions

Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu specializes in minimally invasive surgery, offering faster recovery and improved patient comfort at Umran Tip Merkezi.

• Fluent in English for seamless patient communication
• Expert in gastrointestinal, endocrine, and breast surgery
• Trained at Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Known for surgical precision and patient-centered approach