Best Echocardiography Doctors Worldwide — TOP 125

Dr. Ali Gozukucuk treats childhood heart conditions at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in correcting congenital heart defects through pediatric surgical procedures.

• Trained at Erciyes University in pediatric surgery and neonatal care
• Corrects ventricular and atrial septal defects – holes between the heart chambers
• Integrated echocardiography into his practice for evaluating pediatric cardiac conditions
• Published research articles in international medical journals
• Presented 13 research papers at global scientific meetings

With 4,000+ open heart surgeries performed, Dr. Fedakar is a senior cardiovascular surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expertise includes echocardiography heart evaluation for complex adult cardiac cases
• Performed 8 heart transplants as the primary lead surgeon
• Founded cardiovascular surgery clinics at two different state hospitals
• Specializes in beating heart bypass and minimally invasive surgery
• Associate Professor at Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Sarunyoo Suttipongkeat is an interventional cardiologist at PMG Hospital in Bangkok. He earned his medical degree with Second Class Honors from Mahidol University. Dr. Suttipongkeat has performed over 37,900 procedures during his career. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, arrhythmia, and chronic heart failure.

• Performs coronary angiography and carotid angioplasty with stenting.
• Provides stem cell therapy for heart disease patients.
• Completed a clinical fellowship in interventional cardiology at Siriraj Hospital.
• Works at PMG Hospital, a GHA-accredited facility for international patients.

Dr. Shen Yuqin, MD, PhD, is Professor and Chief Physician at Shanghai Tongji Hospital. Dr. Shen directs the Rehabilitation Medicine Center and the Cardiac Rehabilitation Department. A doctoral supervisor and National Advanced Worker, Dr. Shen is a pioneer in cardiac rehabilitation for heart failure.

Dr. Shen was the first in China to implement cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET)-guided rehabilitation for heart failure. Dr. Shen also introduced the use of the anaerobic threshold to prescribe exercise intensity. The team created a nationwide hospital–community–home closed-loop model. In 2020, they opened Shanghai’s only inpatient cardiac rehabilitation ward in a tertiary hospital.

Dr. Shen is the principal investigator of two NSFC General Projects. Honors include the CRMA Science and Technology Award, First Prize (2019), and the Shanghai Rehabilitation Medicine Science and Technology Progress Awards, First Prize (2018, 2024). Dr. Shen has published over 50 papers as first or corresponding author. Dr. Shen served as chief editor of one monograph and associate editor of two. The portfolio includes 22 patents (15 authorized, including three invention patents) and five software copyrights. Nine technology transfers have been completed.

Dr. Shen is a Fellow of the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (FAACVPR) and a CDQI certified expert. Dr. Shen serves as an associate editor and editorial board member. Dr. Shen led the drafting of eight consensuses, guidelines, and standards, and organized 20 national courses. The center has served more than 10,000 patients. The care model has been extended across Shanghai and introduced in Yunnan.

Professor Halil Tanboga specializes in structural heart diseases at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He integrates advanced echocardiography into complex interventional heart procedures.

• Trained in heart valve specialization at St Thomas Hospital in London
• Uses transesophageal echocardiography to provide detailed cardiac imaging during surgeries
• Holds a PhD in Biostatistics from a five-year advanced degree program
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology focused on heart standards
• Performs minimally invasive treatments like TAVI for heart valve replacement

Dr. Remziye Dogan is a cardiologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease and heart failure. Dr. Dogan serves at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 500,000+ patients annually.

• Performs coronary angiography, balloon angioplasty, and stent placement.
• Expert in transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) for heart valve diseases.
• Treats arrhythmias using Holter monitoring and medical management.
• Manages complex hypertension and pulmonary hypertension cases.

Dr. Mehmet Saygi specializes in advanced cardiac imaging at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He uses transesophageal echocardiography to capture high-definition images of the heart from the esophagus.

• Performs transesophageal echocardiography – a detailed heart ultrasound for precise mapping of heart function
• Completed over 2,500 coronary angiographies to diagnose and treat vascular conditions
• Trained at the prestigious Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• Treats complex heart valve diseases and heart failure using detailed ultrasound diagnostics
• Expert in non-surgical treatments including balloon and stent procedures for vascular blockages

Professor Mustafa Saglam leads the Cardiology Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in interventional cardiology and advanced heart imaging like echocardiography to assess complex heart conditions.

• Conducts stress tests and heart monitoring to evaluate valve function
• Performs balloon valvuloplasty – a procedure to repair narrow heart valves
• Uses 3D mapping for radiofrequency ablation to treat irregular heartbeats
• Specializes in endovascular repair for strengthening the aorta without open surgery
• Expertise in treating dilated cardiomyopathy, which involves a weakened heart muscle

Professor Gokhan Ertas is a leading cardiologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He uses echocardiography to evaluate complex conditions like congenital heart defects and valvular disease.

• Published 52 international peer-reviewed articles on advanced cardiovascular health
• Former Chief Assistant at Dr. Siyami Ersek Training and Research Hospital
• Research fellow at the Thorax Center in the Netherlands
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology since 2010
• Specializes in structural heart issues including mitral valve prolapse

Dr. Nermina Alagic is a cardiologist at Anadolu Medical Center with specialized training in cardiac imaging from Harvard Medical School and the University of Sydney.

• Completed a research fellowship in 2D and 3D echocardiography at the University of Alabama at Birmingham
• Expertise includes performing 2D and 3D transesophageal echocardiography to view the heart from the esophagus
• Authored research on using 3D heart ultrasound to assess aortic ulcers and heart wall ruptures
• Prepared clinical cases for the textbook 'Interesting Cases in Echocardiography'
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI)

Dr. Fatih Mehmet Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in electrophysiology and arrhythmia treatment. Dr. Ucar completed residency training at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States. He also underwent electrophysiology training at Lübeck Hospital in Germany.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the European Arrhythmia Association.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation, heart cryoablation, and complex carotid stenting.
• Treats conditions including atrial fibrillation, hypertension, and coronary artery disease.
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale, a JCI-accredited Smart-and-Green hospital.

Dr. Ertan Sagbas is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He focuses on robotic heart surgery using the Da Vinci system and port access techniques. Dr. Sagbas has a background in international care. He practiced at the Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic in Belgium. He currently serves as a professor at Istanbul Bilim University.

• Specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and aortic procedures.
• Performs complex valve repairs and arrhythmia surgery.
• Treats aortic valve insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000 patients annually.

Dr. Oguz Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in TAVI procedures, heart valve diseases, and coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Yilmaz received the best presentation award from the National Cardiology Congress. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Arel University.

• Performs endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Expert in heart aneurysm repair and varicose vein surgery.
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).

Dr. Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He holds the European Society of Cardiology Board Certificate. This credential signifies his alignment with high European clinical standards. Dr. Ucar specializes in treating heart and vascular conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmia.

• Performs intracranial arterial stenting and aneurysm coiling.
• Maintains a Certificate of Proficiency from the Turkish Society of Cardiology.
• Treats complex conditions including pulmonary hypertension and atherosclerosis.
• Practices at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Helkin Amir directs the Structural Heart Disease Service at Sourasky Medical Center. He uses echocardiography to guide complex interventional cardiac care.

• Trained in invasive cardiology at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York
• Specializes in treating mitral valve prolapse and structural heart conditions
• Presents research at major global meetings like the American College of Cardiology
• Directs specialized services within the Interventional Cardiology Unit in Tel Aviv
• Contributed to dozens of publications on advanced cardiac diagnostic techniques