Exercise test Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Zuhal Cakmak Peksen is a family medicine specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She has treated patients across eight different medical institutions since starting her career. Dr. Peksen focuses on medical check-ups and diagnostic screenings for adults and children. She is currently pursuing a degree in health management to support clinical leadership.

• Specializes in male, female, and pediatric check-up programs.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and biopsies.
• Conducts screenings for tumor markers and oncological health assessments.
• Practices at a university hospital featuring 33 specialized medical departments.

Specializations

Hypertension

Cardiovascular Occlusion and Treatment

Heart Failure Diagnosis and Treatment

Heart Rhythm Disorders

High Cholesterol

Congenital Heart disease

Education

2009-2015 Azerbaijan Medical University Faculty of Medicine

2017 -2023 Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine Cardiology Specialization Training

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.

Professor Ulusoy is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. He leads specialty cardiac care at Central Hospital with a focus on imaging.

• Specializes in stress echocardiography to evaluate the heart during exercise tests
• Expert in managing heart valve diseases and vascular hypertension
• Provides specialized cardiac follow-ups for cancer and kidney dialysis patients
• Published over 125 scientific papers with 1,400 citations in cardiology journals
• Trained at leading clinical and academic institutions in Turkey and the USA

Dr. Ugur Taskin is an interventional cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, heart failure, and heart valve disorders. Dr. Taskin earned his medical degree from the Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He previously gained experience at the Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine.

• Expertise includes managing hypertension, high cholesterol, and atherosclerosis.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including coronary angiography and exercise tests.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Izmir Medical Chamber.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility featuring a specialized heart check-up center.

Dr. Nivit Karla is an interventional cardiologist and cardiac surgeon at PrimeCare Bkk in Bangkok. He specializes in minimally invasive heart procedures and bypass surgery. Dr. Karla trained at Siriraj Medical School and Rajavithi Hospital. He provides bilingual care in English and Thai for adult and pediatric heart conditions.

• Performs coronary angiography, angioplasty, and cardiac valve plastic surgery.
• Treats complex cases using radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation.
• Offers stem cell therapy for heart failure and pulmonary hypertension.
• Conducts heart check-ups and diagnostic imaging at a multi-specialty medical center.

Prof. Dr. Muslum Sahin is a cardiologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in interventional cardiology, treating conditions like atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease. He is a member of the Chronic Total Occlusion Club and the Turkish Cardiology Association.

• Performs complex procedures including radiofrequency ablation, heart cryoablation, and aneurysm coiling.
• Provides specialized care for carotid angioplasty, stenting, and coronary angiography.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.
• Expertise includes managing hypertension, arrhythmia, atherosclerosis, and dilated cardiomyopathy.

Dr. David Mishaali is the Director of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating infants and children with high-risk heart anomalies. Dr. Mishaali developed a unique minimally invasive surgical approach for congenital heart defects. He works at Sheba Medical Center, a hospital ranked among the world’s top 10.

• Completed fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and UCSF in the USA.
• Treats rare newborn conditions requiring complex cardiac reconstruction.
• Uses minimally invasive methods to reduce trauma and improve cosmetic results.
• Senior Lecturer and author of numerous peer-reviewed papers on cardiac surgery.

Dr. Yildiray Bekar is a thoracic surgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the surgical treatment of lung cancer and emphysema. Dr. Bekar uses both open and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He focuses on complex diseases of the lungs, esophagus, and chest wall.

• Performs specialized surgeries for bronchiectasis and hydatid cysts.
• Treats excessive armpit sweating through surgical hyperhidrosis management.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Society of Thoracic Surgery.
• Works at a JCI-accredited university hospital facility.

Dr. Humayun Kakar is a cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in Turkey. He recently completed specialized training in heart failure at the University of Zurich. Dr. Kakar treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis, and pulmonary hypertension. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its cardiovascular department.

• Member of the American College of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology.
• Completed a cardiology residency at the İzmir Dokuz Eylül University.
• Holds membership in the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions.
• Active member of the national Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Dr. Cagdas Erdogan is an Associate Professor and gastroenterologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Erdogan has authored 40 publications in journals like Scientific Reports and Endoscopy. He treats complex conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and liver cirrhosis.

• Performs specialized procedures including ERCP, EUS, EMR, and peroral endoscopic myotomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions using techniques like endoscopic submucosal dissection.
• Uses double-balloon enteroscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Applies stem cell therapy for patients with liver cirrhosis and ulcerative colitis.

Dr. Kyung Hee Kim is the Head of Cardiology at Sejong Hospital. She specializes in cardiac exercise tests to evaluate complex heart failure and heart valve diseases.

• Completed a research fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States
• Earned Master's and Doctoral degrees from Seoul National University College of Medicine
• Director of the Heart Transplantation Center for patients with critical heart conditions
• Member of the American Heart Association Clinical Cardiology Membership Committee
• Develops national clinical practice guidelines for treating heart failure and pulmonary hypertension

Professor Byung Hee Oh is a former President of the Korean Society of Cardiology. He provides advanced cardiac care and exercise test evaluations at Incheon Sejong Hospital.

• Trained at Seoul National University Hospital – one of Korea's most prestigious medical centers
• Former Director of the Cardiovascular Center at a major university hospital
• Specializes in heart failure, coronary artery disease, and preventable heart conditions
• Authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications in leading global medical journals
• Invited speaker at major global cardiology conferences for his clinical expertise

Dr. Ornicha Thititagul is a geriatrician and lifestyle medicine specialist in Bangkok. She authored Thailand’s first case report on abacavir hypersensitivity. Dr. Thititagul serves as a lecturer at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. She creates specialized treatment plans for aging adults at Siriraj Samut Sakhon Center.

• Certified by the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine.
• WHO–SEARO Master Trainer for the Integrated Care of Older People.
• Expert in stroke rehabilitation, dementia care, and chronic pain management.
• Treats patients at PYONG Rehabilitation, a specialized neurorehabilitation facility.

Dr. Francisco Javier Sainz Hernandez is an internist and intensive care specialist at YeahSmile in Cancun. He holds board certification from the Mexican Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sainz Hernandez currently serves as the General Director of Hospital Medica Cancun. He manages complex chronic diseases and provides preoperative medical risk assessments.

• Acts as the Medical Deputy Director at Hope4Cancer Cancun.
• Treats conditions including atrial fibrillation, hypertension, and coronary artery disease.
• Coordinates critical care and individualized treatment plans in intensive care units.
• Holds a diploma in Hospital Administration and Health Services.

Dr. Wissarut Sakulpaptong is a board-certified cardiologist at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. He specializes in advanced echocardiography, including strain analysis and 3D studies. Dr. Sakulpaptong won a national echocardiography prize from the Heart Association of Thailand. He treats complex conditions like pulmonary hypertension and coronary artery disease.

• Specializes in transesophageal, stress, and congenital heart disease imaging.
• Served as Chief Fellow and Chief Resident at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.
• Developed clinical care pathways for NSTEMI and a home-visit warfarin program.
• Contributed to Thailand’s national clinical practice guidelines for migraine management.

Dr. Min-Jeong Kim earned her doctorate from Seoul National University. She provides specialized exercise test evaluations at Incheon Sejong Hospital.

• Expert in interventional cardiology and preventive heart care
• Performs coronary angiography to check for blocked heart arteries
• Uses diagnostic echocardiography to visualize heart structure and function
• Focuses on precise risk stratification for cardiovascular disease
• Member of multidisciplinary cardiac care teams at Sejong Hospital

Dr. Jair Bar is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer using personalized immunotherapy and targeted treatments. Dr. Bar holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and leads a research lab focused on immunotherapy resistance.

• Chair of the Israel Lung Cancer Group.
• Board-certified in both Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology.
• Treats patients at Sheba Medical Center, a top-10 globally ranked hospital.
• Uses molecular and genetic profiling to create precise cancer treatment plans.

Professor Irene Marthe Lang is a leading cardiologist at the Medical University of Vienna. She pioneered advanced methods for treating narrowed lung vessels in Austria.

• Expert in hemodynamic testing – measures how blood flows through the heart and lungs
• Performs exercises tests to assess cardiopulmonary health and vascular resistance
• Graduated 'sub auspiciis praesidentis' – Austria's highest academic honor for perfect grades
• Leads research in atherosclerosis and heart attacks at Vienna General Hospital
• Recipient of the honorary order for services to the Republic of Austria