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Best Aortic valve insufficiency cardiac surgeons: TOP 74 doctors

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Ali Fedakar
Interventional cardiologist
26 years of experience
4.5
143 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Ali Fedakar

Interventional cardiologist
26 years of experience
  • Dr. Ali Fedakar specializes in Aortic valve insufficiency treatment.
  • Expert in valve repair, valve replacement, and minimally invasive procedures.
  • International practice in Turkey, contributing to cardiac surgery development.
  • Accredited for coronary bypass, valve surgeries, and aortic interventions.
  • Member of prestigious medical associations in cardiovascular surgery.
  • Offers online consultations for patients with Aortic valve insufficiency.
  • Communicates fluently in English and Turkish for diverse patient care.
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4.5
143 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) $25000
Replacement of the aortic valve $12000 - $18000
Heart Valve Replacement $12000
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Xavier Ruyra Baliarda
Cardiothoracic surgeon
32 years of experience
4.7
403 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Xavier Ruyra Baliarda

Cardiothoracic surgeon
32 years of experience
Dr. Xavier Ruyra Baliarda is a renowned cardiac surgeon with over 35 years of experience, specializing in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, and cardiac transplantation. He is known for his expertise in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, heart valve replacement, coronary artery bypass grafting, open heart surgery, and aortic aneurysm surgery. He is a world-leading specialist in the Ross procedure and has developed various patents for repairing and reconstructing valves.Read more
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Juli Carballo Garrido
Cardiologist
26 years of experience
4.7
403 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Juli Carballo Garrido

Cardiologist
26 years of experience
Dr. Juli Carballo Garrido is a highly experienced cardiologist, specializing in interventional cardiology and internal medicine, with over 31 years of practice. Recognized for his expertise in coronary stenting, he has held important roles such as the Head of Cardiology at prominent medical institutions. He is a member of the Spanish Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology. His contributions to research include scientific articles on coronary bifurcation lesion angioplasty and chronic total occlusion of the left main coronary artery.Read more
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Ahmetozkara
Cardiovascular surgeon
34 years of experience
4.5
221 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Liv Hospital Ulus

Ahmetozkara

Cardiovascular surgeon
34 years of experience

Medical Interests and Activities 

Arterial Revasculaisation in Coronary Bypass Surgery 

Major Artery Surgery 

Congenital Heart Surgery 

Education and Experience 

1985 – 1991 Istanbul University, Çapa Faculty of Medicine, (Doctor of Medicine) 

1990 Kinderspital Basel, Switzerland, Pediatrics. 

1992 – 1997 Istanbul University, Institute of Cardiology, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Residency) 

1997 – 2004 Istanbul University, Institute of Cardiology, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Cardiovascular Surgeon) 

2004 – 2006 Selçuk University, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Assistant Professor) 

2006 – 2007 Selcuk University, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Associate Professor) 

2007 – 2013 Florence Nightingale Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery 

2015 – Liv Hospital Ulus 

Memberships 

Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery 

Turkish Society of Cardiology 

European Society of Vascular Surgery 

National Society of Vascular Surgery

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Cenap Zeybek
Cardiologist
74 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Uniqacare Clinic

Cenap Zeybek

Cardiologist
74 years of experience
Professor M.D. Cenap Zeybek is a renowned Pediatric Cardiologist with extensive experience in the field. Having performed a wide range of operations, he has advanced from an Associate Professor of Pediatric Cardiology in 2011 to a Professor in 2017, and has authored numerous publications and given many presentations.Read more
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Mustafa Bilge Erdogan
Cardiovascular surgeon
30 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital

Mustafa Bilge Erdogan

Cardiovascular surgeon
30 years of experience
  • Education and Specialization:
  • Medical Degree: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (1994)
  • Specialization in Cardiovascular Surgery: Gazi University, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery

 

  • Professional Experience:
  • Former Experience: Cardiovascular Surgeon at Gazi University Hospital and SANKO University Hospital
  • Current Position: Cardiovascular Surgeon at İstinye University Hospital Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa

 

  • Areas of Interest:
  • Coronary Artery Diseases and Coronary Bypass
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
  • Peripheral Arterial Diseases
  • Heart Valve Diseases and Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery
  • Venous Diseases and Endovascular Interventions
  • Aortic Surgery and Endovascular Aortic Interventions

 

  • Research and Publications:
  • Dr. Erdoğan has contributed significantly to cardiovascular research, with numerous publications in international and national peer-reviewed journals. His research covers topics like coronary artery disease, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, and endovascular interventions.

 

 

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Marc Ulrich Becher
Cardiologist
24 years of experience
4.6
56 reviews
Germany, Solingen
Medical Center in Solingen

Marc Ulrich Becher

Cardiologist
24 years of experience
Dr. Marc Ulrich Becher is an interventional cardiologist and heart failure specialist. He provides operations such as coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping, carotid angioplasty and stenting, among others.Read more
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Fausto Castriota
Cardiovascular surgeon
32 years of experience
Italy, Bologna
Maria Cecilia Hospital

Fausto Castriota

Cardiovascular surgeon
32 years of experience

Education Dr. Castriota graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Milan. He continued his postgraduate training at the University of Bologna where he obtained two specializations: the first one in Cardiology in 1992 and then in Radiology. From 1995 to 1996 he spent a period as a Fellow in the "Arizona Heart Institute" under the supervision of Professor Diethrich.

Research Dr. Castriota is an active member of some scientific societies, such as SIRM (Italian Society of Medical Radiology), Fellow of the Scientific College of the Italian Society of Invasive Cardiology (GISE), Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC), European Cardiovascular Interventional Society (EAPCI) and of ISES, International Society of Endovascular Specialist. He is the principal investigator of a recent Protected TAVR study, aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of a particular device for brain protection during aortic valve replacement surgery using the TAVI endovascular method.

Publications He is a member of the International Editorial Board of Eurointervention, speaker and chairman for the execution of live cases in national and international conferences.

Author of about 150 full-length publications

Author of over 20 chapters in specialized volumes

Awards: NHMRC Career Development Fellowship, Australian National Health and Medical Research Council, 2015.

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Murat Ugurlucan
Cardiothoracic surgeon
17 years of experience

Murat Ugurlucan

Cardiothoracic surgeon
17 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Biruni University Hospital
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Gokhan Ertas
Cardiothoracic surgeon
19 years of experience
4.6
303 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Şişli Hospital

Gokhan Ertas

Cardiothoracic surgeon
19 years of experience

accreditations:

Turkish Society of Cardiology
European Society of Cardiology

A doctor with over 20 years of education and experience in cardiology, including a Professor's degree. 52 international articles and 20 papers published, as well as 3 chapters in National/International books. Member of multiple organizations including the Turkish Society of Cardiology, Stem Cell and Cellular Therapies Association, and the European Society of Cardiology.

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Faruk Gencoglu
Interventional cardiologist
9 years of experience
4.5
143 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Faruk Gencoglu

Interventional cardiologist
9 years of experience

Op. Dr. Faruk Gençoğlu completed his medical faculty career, which he started at Samsun 19 Mayıs University, by joining the academic staff of Istanbul Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute in 2015 and receiving his specialization in 2020. Gençoğlu, who actively took part in approximately 3 thousand cases during this process; He has performed surgery for adult cardiovascular diseases such as adult coronary artery disease, heart valve diseases (aortic-mitral-tricuspid), aortic surgery, carotid surgery, peripheral vascular diseases, venous insufficiency (varicose veins), deep vein thrombosis. Gençoğlu, who restarted cardiac surgery at Batman Training and Research Hospital in 2021, served as the clinical chief of open heart surgery for 2 years. 

FIELDS OF MEDICAL INTERESTS

Adult coronary artery disease,

Heart valve diseases (aortic-mitral-tricuspid)

Aortic surgery,

carotid surgery,

Peripheral vascular diseases,

Venous insufficiency (varicose veins),

deep vein thrombosis

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4.5
143 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) $25000
Replacement of the aortic valve $12000 - $18000
Heart Valve Replacement $12000
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Mustafa Guden
Cardiothoracic surgeon
28 years of experience
4.5
462 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Mega University Hospital

Mustafa Guden

Cardiothoracic surgeon
28 years of experience

Cardiovascular surgery

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4.5
462 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Heart Valve Replacement $15000 - $25000
Replacement of the aortic valve $15000 - $25000
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) $35000 - $50000
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Dogukan Aktas Md
Pediatric cardiologist
19 years of experience
5.0
29 reviews

Dogukan Aktas Md

Pediatric cardiologist
19 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Ertan Sagbas
Cardiovascular surgeon
26 years of experience
5.0
29 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Ertan Sagbas

Cardiovascular surgeon
26 years of experience

Personal information

Title: Professor Doctor

Branch: Pulmonary Diseases

Work History:

1  Ilıca Health Center \ Health Center Physician (Compulsory Service)

2   Florence Nightingale Hospital

3   Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic (OLV) Aalst Belgium

4   Istanbul Bilim University (Assistant Professor)

5   Florence Nightingale Hospital (Associate Professor)

6   Istanbul Bilim University (Professor)

Medical Specialties and Subspecialties:

1   Minimally invasive heart surgery

2   Aortic surgery

3   Cover Repairs

4   Arrhythmia Surgery

Special advanced health technologies:

1   Robotic heart surgery (Da Vinci Robotic System)

2   Port Access Surgery

Education

1991 - Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine

1998 - Istanbul University Cardiology Institute (Specialization)

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Cihangir Ersoy
Pediatric surgeon
39 years of experience
5.0
29 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Cihangir Ersoy

Pediatric surgeon
39 years of experience

Duties:

1985 – 1986 Istanbul University Cardiology Institute, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, General Practitioner

1986 – 1992, Istanbul University Cardiology Institute, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Assistant Professor

1993-2012 Vehbi Koç Vakfı Amerikan Hastanesi (Hospital), Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Specialist Physician

2012-2017 İstanbul Medipol University, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Assistant Professor

2017 – 2019 İstinye University LIV Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Assoc. Prof.

2019 – 2024, Freelance Consultant Physician

2024 – Today, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Assoc. Prof.

Memberships in Scientific Organizations:

  • Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Turkish Society of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery
  • Turkish Society of Cardiology
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Kramer Amir
Cardiothoracic surgeon
37 years of experience
4.4
138 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Kramer Amir

Cardiothoracic surgeon
37 years of experience
Dr. Kramer Amir is a cardiac surgeon with over 30 years of experience in cardiology and cardiovascular surgery. He is known for his expertise in a range of procedures including heart valve replacement, coronary artery bypass grafting, and aortic aneurysm surgery. He has performed thousands of these procedures and has been recognized as one of the top-5 best Israeli cardiac surgeons.Read more
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Helkin Amir
Cardiothoracic surgeon
30 years of experience
4.4
138 reviews

Helkin Amir

Cardiothoracic surgeon
30 years of experience
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
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Kazim Besirli
Cardiothoracic surgeon
37 years of experience
4.7
39 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Kazim Besirli

Cardiothoracic surgeon
37 years of experience
  • Dr. Kazim Besirli specializes in advanced Aortic valve insufficiency treatment.
  • Treatment methods include valve repair, replacement, and minimally invasive surgery.
  • International practice in various hospitals across multiple countries for vocational training.
  • Expertise in video-thoracoscopic endoscopic surgery, relevant to minimally invasive procedures.
  • Holds a master's degree in Health Institutions Management, enhancing clinical leadership.
  • Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, ensuring top-tier patient care.
  • Has authored 200+ articles and contributed to international cardiovascular surgery literature.
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Finkelshtein Arik
Cardiologist
39 years of experience
4.4
138 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Finkelshtein Arik

Cardiologist
39 years of experience
Dr. Finkelshtein Arik is a highly skilled interventional cardiologist, known for his expertise in performing complex cardiac procedures like coronary artery bypass grafting, aortic aneurysm surgery, and transcatheter aortic valve implantation. He has conducted significant clinical research, particularly on high-risk patients with severe aortic stenosis, and made notable achievements in the field of cardiology, including the successful implementation of new technology for aortic valve replacement.Read more
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Pevni Dimitry
Cardiothoracic surgeon
39 years of experience
4.4
138 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Pevni Dimitry

Cardiothoracic surgeon
39 years of experience
Dr. Pevni Dimitry is a skilled cardiac surgeon with over 35 years of experience, known for his unique method of heart valve replacement on the working heart. He has performed over 1,000 surgical procedures on the beating heart and authored around 70 scientific publications.Read more
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