Coronary artery disease Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Cenk İndelen is a cardiovascular surgery specialist. He has practiced since 2002. He has worked at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2025. He completed his residency in thoracic, cardiovascular, and vascular surgery at Kocaeli University (1996–2002). He became an associate professor in 2023.

His focus is patient blood management and cardiothoracic optimization. He has published on transfusion cost-effectiveness and PBM implementation (Cardiovasc J Afr, 2023). He has also reported on the economics of aortic valve replacement (Heart Surg Forum, 2023) and techniques in coronary, mitral, and aortic surgery. His work also appears in JAMA (2023), Crit Care Med (2025), and Transfusion (2025).

Accreditations and memberships: Orsi da Vinci robotic console training (Belgium, 2014). Koç University Animal Use Certificate (2017). Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management course (2020). Publons Peer Reviewer course (2020). Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, ISMICS, the ERAS Society, the Blood Transfusion Society, the Society for the Advancement of PBM, and ASCVTS.

Dr. Asim Enhos is an Associate Professor with extensive cardiology expertise, currently practicing at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialized in cardiology at Istanbul Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital
• Holds positions at Bezm-i Âlem Vakif University since 2013
• Experienced in various state hospitals across Turkey
• Focuses on coronary artery disease with a research-backed approach

Prof. Koksal leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, bringing decades of specialized expertise in coronary artery disease.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Awarded Associate Professor title in 2005 for contributions to the field
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Specializes in complex coronary artery procedures

Dr. Erdogan trained at prestigious institutions like Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab, bringing advanced techniques to heart care.

• Associate Professorship from Başkent University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in cardiology at Istanbul University's Faculty of Medicine
• Over 31 years of experience of experience in cardiology units
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Dr. Ozkan Bekler specializes in cardiology with a focus on coronary artery disease at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Completed cardiology training at Mustafa Kemal University
• Worked as a specialist doctor at Hatay Training and Research Hospital
• Served as academic staff at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University

Dr. Yilmaz specializes in coronary bypass surgery and TAVI procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Professorship at Istanbul Arel University
• Trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital/Kadir Has University
• Specializes in complex heart valve diseases and aortic aneurysms

Specializes in cardiovascular occlusion and treatment – Dr. Israfilov focuses on complex coronary artery cases at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Completed cardiology specialization at Kocaeli University
• Expert in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders
• Skilled in managing hypertension and high cholesterol
• Also treats congenital heart disease cases

Specializes in coronary artery diseases, including cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks, with a focus on angiography and intervention.

• Expert in high blood pressure and cholesterol management
• Treats heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders
• Performs coronary procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals

Dr. Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ucar specializes in complex coronary and peripheral interventions. He has published over 30 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. His research focuses on oxidative stress and coronary artery disease complexity.

• Performs heart valve interventions including TAVI, Mitraclip, and mitral balloon procedures.
• Provides electrophysiological studies, ablation, and pacemaker placements.
• Served as the former Head of the Cardiology Department at Biruni University.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility with robotic surgery excellence designations.

Specializes in spine surgery and orthopedic conditions, with training at prestigious institutions like Chicago Loyola University.

• Trained in spine surgery at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Certified in advanced trauma and fracture management techniques
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Completed specialized courses in microsurgery and arthroscopic surgery

Leader in cardiac electrophysiology – Dr. Cabrera heads three prominent cardiology departments in Madrid, including Quironsalud University Hospital since 2006.

• Specialized in interventional cardiology with postgraduate training at Jiménez Díaz Foundation
• Professor at European University of Madrid, heading translational cardiology research
• Member of European and North American cardiac arrhythmia societies
• Former Senior Research Fellow at London's National Heart and Lung Institute

Associate Professor of Cardiology at Dr. Siyami Ersek Hospital, specializing in coronary artery disease.

• Cardiology specialist with experience from Kartal Yavuz Selim State Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Fluent in English for international patients
• Works at Ataşehir and Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospitals

Dr. Ugur Taskin specializes in interventional cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on coronary artery disease.

• Graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association
• Experienced in treating heart valve diseases and heart failure
• Practices at a leading international hospital

Specialist in interventional cardiology – Dr. Crasmariu focuses on minimally invasive treatments for cardiovascular diseases at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expert in coronary angiography and angioplasty with stent placement
• Manages complex coronary artery disease and peripheral arterial conditions
• Performs modern procedures like transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI)
• Member of Romanian and European Societies of Cardiology

Dr. med. Armin Sause is the Chief Physician of Cardiology and Rhythmology at Helios University Hospital Wuppertal, a leading German heart center. Under his leadership, the department has become a specialized center for rhythmology and electrophysiology. The team uses modern technologies and evidence-based treatment protocols.

His expertise includes atrial fibrillation therapy, catheter and radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping, pacemaker and ICD implantation, and advanced electrophysiological diagnostics. He is known for minimally invasive arrhythmia care and holds European certifications in electrophysiology. The center is certified for advanced arrhythmia treatment and works with multidisciplinary cardiac teams. He has extensive experience in interventional cardiology and rhythm management, including atrial fibrillation, chronic heart failure, and rhythm complications after myocardial infarction.

Prof. Dr. Erdal Aslım is a cardiovascular and vascular surgeon. He performs advanced vascular procedures at his private practice in Istanbul. He has a strong academic background. He also completed international training in Austria and Turkey.

Expertise: varicose veins and venous insufficiency; peripheral arterial disease; aortic aneurysms; chronic venous disorders; deep vein thrombosis (DVT); carotid (neck artery) stenosis; diabetic foot complications; endovascular and open surgery. Awards: Gore-Tex Young Researcher Award, 3rd Place, XII National Vascular Surgery Congress; Best Scientific Presentation Award, 2nd Annual Congress on Update in Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery.

Dr. Kyung-Hee Kim, MD, PhD, is Director of the Heart Transplantation Center and Head of Cardiology at Incheon Sejong Hospital. She earned her MD, MS, and PhD at Seoul National University College of Medicine. She completed international fellowships, including research at the Mayo Clinic.

Her expertise includes advanced heart failure, transplant evaluation and management, mechanical circulatory support (VAD, ECMO), pulmonary hypertension, complex cardiomyopathies, and genetic, valvular, and adult congenital heart disease.

She leads multidisciplinary cardiac care. She develops clinical protocols and education programs and contributes to research and guideline development in pulmonary hypertension and heart failure. She serves on the AHA Clinical Cardiology Membership Committee.