Best cardiac surgeons: TOP 147 doctors

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Gideon Uretzky

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 43 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Gideon Uretzky is a cardiac surgeon at Sourasky Medical Center and Professor at Tel Aviv University, specializing in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and cardiac rehabilitation. He is also a leading cardiac surgeon at Ichilov Hospital and a recipient of various awards.
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Interventricular septal defect surgery
$15,000 - $20,000
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Dogukan Aktas Md

  • 5 Excellent 45 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Tetralogy of Fallot Surgery
$16,500 - $18,000
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Nesher Nachum

  • 4.5 Good 151 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Nesher Nachum is a respected cardiac surgeon with broad experience in military medicine and disaster response. He served as Chief Commander of Medical Forces in the Israeli army. He has taken part in many international humanitarian missions. Dr. Nachum is skilled in cardiac surgery, even in difficult situations.

    He received the Medal of Honor in Israel for 20 years of volunteer service. This award shows his strong commitment to saving lives. Dr. Nachum completed his medical and cardiac surgery training, including advanced studies in Canada. He is known for his contributions to global health and emergency medicine.

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Interventricular septal defect surgery
$15,000 - $20,000
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Kazim Besirli

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 38 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • He was born in Giresun-Espiye in 1961. He received his primary and secondary education in Espiye and Trabzon. He started his medical education at Hacettepe University, Trabzon Faculty of Medicine in 1978 and graduated from Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine in 1985. He did his 2-year compulsory state service as an Emergency Physician in the Emergency Service of Çanakkale State Hospital. In 1987, he started his specialization training at Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. He completed my specialization training in 1993 and started to work as a specialist in the same department. Continuing his professional and academic life at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, he became a professor and chaired the chair.

     

    During and after his specialization training, he was found in various hospitals in many different countries for vocational training and development purposes. In addition to various fields of Cardiovascular Surgery, he has worked for many years in the fields of cardiovascular traumatology, multi- and interdisciplinary cardiovascular surgery, video-thoracoscopic endoscopic surgery and thoracic surgery.

     

    In addition to his academic and surgical professional studies, he has a master's degree in the field of "Health Institutions Management" and has also held managerial positions such as Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Deputy Chief Physician, Istanbul University, Revolving Fund Management.

     

    He is amateurishly interested in social sciences in medicine and in this sentence "Medical Humanities" and "Medical illustration".

     

    He has more than 200 articles published in national and international journals, over 200 international scientific citations, various book chapters on different topics, over 150 scientific studies and speeches presented at various national and international meetings.

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Replacement of the aortic valve
$26,500 - $28,000
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Dr Murat Erol

  • New
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr. Murat Erol is a general dentist with over 20 years of clinical experience. He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Dentistry in 2002. He provides care in English.

    He offers preventive care and restorative treatments, including aesthetic fillings, crowns, and bridges. He also performs root canal therapy. His aesthetic services include whitening, composite bonding, and smile design. He provides fixed and removable prosthetics. His plans focus on oral function and natural aesthetics. Each treatment is tailored to the patient.

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Test Test Test

  • New
  • 75 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Greece, Thessaloniki, Veselibu Clinic
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Marc Ulrich Becher

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Dr. Marc Ulrich Becher is an interventional cardiologist and heart failure specialist at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen. He is known for performing advanced procedures such as coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping, carotid angioplasty, and stenting.

    Dr. Becher’s clinic carries out about 3,000 to 4,000 diagnostic and therapeutic procedures each year. These include complex coronary interventions, catheter-based valve replacements, and structural heart procedures. He is experienced in using advanced imaging techniques like IVUS and OCT for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

    Dr. Becher is dedicated to providing thorough and compassionate care. He uses modern therapies for both acute and chronic cardiovascular diseases, focusing on patient safety and positive outcomes.

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Dr Mustafa Aydin

  • New
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr. Mustafa Aydın is an Internal Medicine specialist. He graduated from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 2009. He provides evidence-based care for adults, including diagnosis and treatment. He communicates in English.

    His clinical focus includes chronic disease management, such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and thyroid disorders. He treats gastrointestinal problems, including reflux, gastritis, ulcers, and liver diseases, and respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD. He manages infectious diseases. He provides preventive care with routine screenings, risk assessments, and personalized health plans.

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Catalin Trifan

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 10 years of experience
  • Romania, Bucharest, Ponderas Academic Hospital
  • Dr. Cătălin Trifan is a distinguished cardiovascular surgeon with extensive expertise in advanced heart surgery and over 10 years of clinical experience. Renowned for his skill in complex procedures such as coronary artery bypass grafting, valve repair and replacement, and minimally invasive cardiac surgery, Dr. Trifan combines surgical precision with a patient-centered approach. He is affiliated with top-tier medical institutions and adheres to the highest international standards of care. With a strong commitment to innovation and patient safety, Dr. Trifan is a trusted choice for international patients seeking high-quality cardiac surgery and comprehensive postoperative care in Romania.

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Open heart surgery
$14,667 - $16,075
Heart Valve Replacement
$15,840 - $20,534
Interventricular septal defect surgery
$14,667 - $16,075
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Nivit Karla

  • New
  • 17 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, PrimeCare Bkk
  • 2002 – 2008 – Siriraj Medical School, Mahidol University

    2008 – 2013 – Department of Internal Medicine, Rajavithi Hospital

    2013 – 2015 – Department of Cardiology, Internal Medicine Rajavithi Hospital

    2019 – 2020 – Cardiology Intervention, Department of Cardiology, Internal Medicine Rajavithi Hospital

     

    Languages: English and Thai

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Faruk Hokenek

  • 4.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Experience

    • 2022 
    • Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital  
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    • 2017 - 2022

    Acıbadem International Hospital

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    • 2017 - 2017

    Istanbul Aydin University Florya Hospital

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    • 2013 - 2017

    Acıbadem Health Group

    • 2009 - 2013

    Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital

    • 2002 - 2009

    Medical Park Fatih Hospital

    • 2001 - 2002

    Istanbul Memorial Şişli Hospital

    • 2009

    Dicle University

     

    Education 

    -   2001

    I.U. Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Cardiovascular Surgery

    -   1994

    I.U. Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine

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Installing heart pacemaker
$8,000 - $13,000
Open heart surgery
$8,000 - $12,000
Plastic surgery for cardiac valve
$12,000 - $14,000
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Dr Nimet Ozcan

  • New
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr Nimet Ozcan is a dermatologist with over 10 years of experience. She graduated from the Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine in 2008. She completed her dermatology specialization at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014. She provides care in both medical and cosmetic dermatology.

    Clinical focus: acne, eczema, psoriasis, and fungal and bacterial infections. Dermato-oncology with early detection and surgical excision of suspicious lesions. Dermal fillers, chemical peels, and mesotherapy. Laser treatment for vascular lesions, pigmentation disorders, and hair removal. Pediatric dermatology. Languages: English.

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Mustafa Emiroglu

  • New
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Bodrum, Memorial Bodrum Hospital
  • Dr. Mustafa Emiroglu is a general surgery specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. He has significant experience from his work at Sağlık Bilimleri University Tepecik SUAM (2016–2023) and Kırşehir Hospital (1997–1999).

    He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He completed his specialization at Tepecik Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Emiroglu is a member of the Turkish Society of Surgery, the Endocrine Surgery Association, and the Colorectal Surgery Association.

    He has attended advanced courses, including the Europe Senology Academia. He has also received training in proctologic, hemorrhoidal, and oncoplastic breast surgery, as well as thyroid diseases.

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Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya

  • New
  • 40 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dermatologist Dr. Osman Serdar Akkaya graduated from Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine in 1981. He completed his dermatology specialization there in 1985. He has more than 35 years of experience and is among the most senior dermatologists in the region.

    His practice includes general dermatology, such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, vitiligo, and urticaria. He focuses on dermato-oncology and performs surgery for benign and malignant skin tumors. He also offers cosmetic dermatology, including fillers, mesotherapy, and chemical peels. He provides laser and light-based treatments for vascular lesions, pigment disorders, scars, and hair removal. He treats geriatric skin conditions and chronic skin diseases.

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Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu

  • New
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu is a general surgeon with extensive experience. She graduated from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency at Haseki Training and Research Hospital, 1st Surgical Clinic. She is fluent in English.

    Her practice includes gastrointestinal surgery (gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis, other gastrointestinal conditions). It also includes endocrine surgery (thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal) and breast surgery (benign and malignant conditions). She treats emergency and trauma cases. She performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.

    She is known for precise surgery and a patient-centered approach.

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Dr Erdem Gelegen

  • New
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experience in cataract, refractive, retinal, glaucoma, and corneal/anterior segment care. He performs phacoemulsification with premium intraocular lenses. He provides laser vision correction for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. He treats diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, keratoconus, and anterior segment disorders, including corneal transplants.

    He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 1999. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital in 2004. He is known for precise microsurgery and the use of advanced ophthalmic technologies.

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Ms Yaren Nur Gungor

  • New
  • 7 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dyt. Yaren Nur Güngör is a dietitian. She graduated from the Faculty of Nutrition and Dietetics. She provides evidence-based, personalized nutrition counseling in English. She designs tailored programs for health promotion, disease management, and weight control.

    Her clinical focus includes diet plans for diabetes, heart disease, thyroid disorders, and other metabolic issues. She also guides weight loss and gain and improves body composition. She offers sports nutrition and nutrition care for children and teens. She provides preventive nutrition with lifestyle counseling. Her approach is patient-centered and motivating.

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Dr Derya Zengin Metli

  • New
  • 10 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr. Derya Zengin Metli is a physician specialized in physical therapy and rehabilitation. She graduated from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. Her practice includes physical therapy and physiotherapy services. She also consults in English.

    Her clinical scope includes musculoskeletal rehabilitation for back, neck, and joint pain, and herniated discs. She provides neurological rehabilitation for stroke and multiple sclerosis. She also offers post-surgical rehabilitation after orthopedic and neurosurgical procedures, sports injury prevention and treatment, and chronic pain management for fibromyalgia and arthritis.

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Mattia Glauber

  • 4.9 Excellent 15 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Italy, Milan, IRCCS OSPEDALE GALEAZZI - SANT'AMBROGIO
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Dr Cevat Azeroglu

  • New
  • 38 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ
  • Dr. Cevat Azeroglu is a radiologist. He graduated from the Tabriz University Faculty of Medicine in 1987. He completed his radiology specialization at Ondokuz Mayıs University in 2011. Born in 1959, he provides advanced imaging to support accurate, timely decisions for many specialties.

    His expertise includes conventional radiology with X-rays for musculoskeletal and chest disease. He performs ultrasound of the abdomen, thyroid, vessels, and soft tissues. He interprets CT and MRI for neurological, cardiovascular, and oncologic conditions. He practices interventional radiology with image-guided, minimally invasive procedures. He also focuses on oncologic imaging for staging and follow-up. He is known for diagnostic precision, use of modern imaging tools, and strong teamwork.

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