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Dr. Krishna Iyer is one of India's front ranking paediatric cardiac surgeons, recognised for his clinical expertise and wide ranging involvement with cardiac care for children in India and other developing nations, Dr. Iyer initiated the first dedicated paediatric cardiac care program in Northern India , a pioneering initiative, at Escorts Heart Institute Research Centre( now Fortis-Escorts Heart Institute ) in 1995. Under his guidance this paediatric cardiac program has become the benchmark for cardiac care for children for India and its South East Asian neighbours. Dr. Iyer has operated on more than 10,000 babies, children and adults with congenital heart diseases comprising various procedures like arterial switch procedure, double switch operation TAPVC repairs, Fontan and Fontan type procedures, corrections for tetralogy of Fallot, DORV, Truncus etc. Senning operation, conduit repairs and wide range of one stage and multi-stage corrections for complex congenital heart diseases. He has done original work on rapid two-stage arterial switch procedure and performed the first successful rapid two stage arterial switch and double-switch operation in India. His current interests are perfecting complex neonatal cardiac surgery, cardiac surgery in malnourished infants and children, salvaging late presenters of congenital heart disease, and developing cost effective cardiac care for children in developing countries. After basic training, he joined the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at AIIMS and was Additional Professor at the time he moved to Escorts Heart Institute to set up its paediatric cardiac care division. He trained in paediatric and infant cardiac surgery under the guidance of the renowned paediatric cardiac surgeon Dr. R.B.B.Mee as Senior Fellow at the Department of Paediatric Cardiac Surgery at Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne in Australia in 1989. He is involved in many charities for underprivileged children, most notably the 'Gift of Life' program of Rotary International.

Dr. Ratanapunt Incharoensakdi

Senior Cardiologist | Pioneer in Non-Invasive Heart Disease Treatment
Over 40 Years of Experience in Cardiology

Professional Summary

Dr. Ratanapunt Incharoensakdi is one of Thailand’s foremost cardiologists, renowned for his leadership in advancing non-invasive treatments for heart disease. With more than four decades of experience, Dr. Ratanapunt has served at two of Thailand’s leading hospitals — Bangkok Hospital and Bumrungrad International Hospital — where he has helped shape modern cardiac care in the region. His dedication to innovation, research, and patient-centered care has earned him national and international recognition.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand 

Board Certifications:
Thai Board of Internal Medicine

Thai Board of Cardiology

Postgraduate Training & International Fellowships

Cardiology Fellowship – Kyoto University, Japan (1985)

Advanced Cardiology Training – University of Hamburg, Germany (1987)

Professional Experience

Founder and Senior Cardiologist – Bangkok Heart Center, Bangkok Hospital (Since 1988)

Senior Cardiologist – Bangkok Hospital (Over 35 Years)

Senior Cardiologist – Bumrungrad International Hospital 

Dr. Ratanapunt established Bangkok Hospital’s Heart Center, Thailand's first specialized heart center in 1988 and has contributed extensively to the expansion of both invasive and non-invasive cardiac services in Thailand.

Areas of Expertise

Non-Invasive Cardiology Treatments; including Stem Cell

Preventive Cardiology

Management of Coronary Artery Disease (Interventionist Cardiology)

Echocardiography and Stress Testing

Cardiac Rehabilitation and Holistic Revitalization Programs

Professional Achievements

Pioneer in introducing non-invasive heart disease treatments in Thailand

Founder of Bangkok Heart Center’s multidisciplinary cardiac programs

Languages

Thai (Native)

English (Fluent)

Born in Ankara in 1980, he received his primary and secondary education in Artvin, his hometown. He graduated from Inebolu High School in 1997 and started studying at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine the same year. He received his Medical Doctor degree in 2003 and ranked high in the medical specialization exam the same year.

He started his cardiology specialization education in the Department of Cardiology at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine and became a cardiology specialist in 2008.

He served as an interventional cardiologist in Rize Education and Research Hospital during his mandatory service.

He worked in the field of electrophysiology with Prof. Dr. Remzi Karaoğuz at Ankara Güven Hospital. He became an Associate Professor in January 2014 and a Professor in 2023.

Throughout his academic career, he has published many scientific publications that have been published nationally and internationally and have received high citations. He provides patent and consultancy services for medical engineering in addition to clinical medical education and treatment services. He is a member of national and international scientific societies. He is currently working in interventional cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology fields in the Cardiology Clinic at Ankara Koru Çukurambar Hospital.

His medical interests include:

Cardiac electrophysiological (EPS) study and ablation therapy

Implantation and follow-up of cardiac pacemakers

Interventional Cardiology

Professor Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a respected Pediatric Cardiologist known for his skill in advanced heart procedures. He became an Associate Professor in 2011. In 2017, he was promoted to Professor. This shows his expertise and leadership in pediatric cardiology. Dr. Zeybek has performed many complex surgeries, such as heart valve replacements, open heart operations, and interventional procedures. His work has helped improve outcomes for children with heart conditions.

He has published many scientific articles and given several presentations. This shows his dedication to improving pediatric heart care. Dr. Zeybek’s qualifications and academic success make him a leading expert in his field.

Dr. Bandrina Kateryna Volodymyrivna is a cardiologist and specialist in functional diagnostics. She has over 20 years of clinical experience. Dr. Bandrina works at Dobrobut Clinic. She focuses on emergency medicine, clinical cardiology, and advanced diagnostic methods such as Doppler ultrasound and echocardiography.

Dr. Bandrina holds the highest qualification category in cardiology. She has also completed specializations in functional diagnostics and internal medicine. Her experience includes work in ICU cardiology, vascular and cardiac ultrasound, and emergency care. She is skilled in 24-hour ECG and blood pressure monitoring. Dr. Bandrina has attended advanced courses at leading medical institutes.

Dr. Hasan Yucel is a Cardiologist with over 18 years of experience. He specializes in heart valve diseases, cholesterol disorders, heart failure, and rhythm disorders. He has performed more than 10,000 valve replacement surgeries with very few complications. This shows his strong surgical skills.

Dr. Yucel is known for his national and international publications. He is often invited to speak at scientific meetings. He has worked at top medical institutions. His career shows his dedication to improving heart care and medical education.

Dr. Engin Bozkurt is a Professor of Medicine who specializes in Cardiology. He graduated from Erzurum Atatürk University School of Medicine in 1991. He completed his cardiology residency in 1997. Dr. Bozkurt has founded and led Cardiology Departments at Rize University and Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University.

He has over 30 years of experience in clinical care and academic work. Dr. Bozkurt has made important contributions to cardiology practice and education in Turkey. He currently works at Medicana International Hospital in Ankara. He is known for his leadership, high standards in patient care, and his work in medical research and training.

Dr. Theera Piromsawasdi is a medical doctor with strong qualifications in anti-aging and regenerative medicine. He is certified by the American Board of Anti-Aging / Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM) and the American Naturopathic Certification Board (ANCB) in Nutritional Wellness. He holds a Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology from Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University. He also earned his Doctor of Medicine from Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.

Dr. Theera has advanced training in preventive medicine, nutrition, cell therapy, and the medical use of cannabis extract. He is known for using evidence-based methods in anti-aging, regenerative, and nutritional medicine.

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Vefik Yazıcıoğlu is a leading interventional cardiologist with over 30 years of experience. He specializes in high-risk coronary interventions, chronic total occlusions (CTO), TAVI, MitraClip, and structural heart defect closures.

He has performed thousands of advanced procedures. These include radial and peripheral interventions, EVAR/TEVAR, pacemaker and CRT implantations, LAA closure, and carotid or renal interventions. Dr. Yazıcıoğlu is a pioneer in advanced imaging such as IVUS, OCT, TEE, and FFR. He uses these tools to ensure precision in complex cases.

As an influential academic, he has delivered many oral presentations and published research at national and international congresses. His work has advanced the fields of coronary physiology and hemodynamics. He is a member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Cardiology Association. Dr. Yazıcıoğlu also mentors young cardiologists at major hospitals.

Dr. Ahmed Naveed is a Specialist in Interventional Cardiology at Aster Hospital, Dubai. He completed a Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology and Structural Heart Interventions at St. Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto. He also holds a DM in Cardiology from King George’s Medical University, Lucknow.

Dr. Naveed has over ten years of experience. He has performed many coronary and peripheral angiographies, angioplasties, and structural heart procedures. He is a member of the Cardiology Society of India. He is skilled in pacemaker and ICD implantation. Dr. Naveed speaks English, Hindi, Kannada, and Urdu. He is dedicated to providing advanced cardiac care in the UAE.

Areas of Interest

• Cardiac CTA
• Cardiac MRI
• Transthoracic echocardiography
• Transesophageal echocardiography
• Stress echocardiography
• Advanced heart failure
• Preventive cardiology
• Hypertension

Education:

• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1998)
• Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center Cardiology Department (1999-2004)
• Harvard Medical School Advances in echocardiography course (2006)
• Level I Cardiac MRI certification course (2005)

Experience:

• Acıbadem Fulya Hospital, Department of Cardiology (2010-2021)
• Anadolu Health Center (2008-2010)
• Şırnak Military Hospital (2007-2008)
• V.K.V American Hospital, Department of Cardiology (2004-2007)

Dr. Fernando Villagrá is a respected cardiovascular surgeon who specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery. He completed his medical degree at the Complutense University of Madrid. He later earned his specialization in Cardiovascular Surgery at the Autonomous University of Madrid. His doctoral thesis received the distinction of “Outstanding Cum Laude.”

Dr. Villagrá has more than 40 years of experience. He has led pediatric cardiac surgery departments at top hospitals in Spain, including Hospital Universitario La Paz and Montepríncipe University Hospital. He has performed thousands of complex surgeries. He has also contributed to over 100 scientific publications in both international and national journals.

He is a member of the Spanish Society of Cardiology. He also serves on the editorial boards of leading medical journals. This reflects his dedication to advancing cardiovascular medicine.

Dr. Niko Mihic is a Family Medicine specialist with 15 years of experience in Emergency Medicine at McGill and University of Montreal Teaching Hospitals. He completed his training at Laval University in Quebec. Dr. Mihic has published many articles and has worked as a lecturer at the University of Montreal.

For the past 12 years, Dr. Mihic has practiced in Madrid, Spain. He runs private medical offices and teaches at St. Pablo CEU Medical School. He is the Chief of the Executive Health Program at Hospital de Madrid. Dr. Mihic also serves as a medical advisor for the European Space Agency and as National Consulting Physician for Air France and KLM.

Prof. Dr. Deniz Süha Küçükaksu is a cardiovascular surgeon with over 35 years of experience. He specializes in adult and pediatric cardiac surgery, heart transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support. He leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

Dr. Küçükaksu completed his medical and surgical training in Turkey. He also received advanced fellowships in Germany, France, and the United States. His focus has been on LVAD systems and heart failure surgery.

He introduced mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey. He has performed many types of surgeries, including coronary bypass (off-pump), valve replacements, aortic repair (EVAR/TEVAR), and reoperations. He has also established heart transplant centers at several institutions.

Dr. Küçükaksu has held senior academic and administrative roles. He has contributed to total artificial heart surgery and hybrid cardiovascular procedures. He has received national and international awards for his scientific and surgical work.

Dr. Pradeep Chand S Nair is a skilled cardiac surgeon with more than 20 years of experience. He received his training at AIIMS, New Delhi, and Waikato Hospital, New Zealand. Dr. Nair has performed many complex heart surgeries, such as the Bentall procedure, CABG-Redo, and double valve replacement.

He holds an MCh in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery. Dr. Nair has worked as a consultant in top hospitals in India, Sri Lanka, and the UAE. He has advanced training in adult cardiac procedures and minimally invasive heart surgeries. Dr. Nair is well respected in his field.

The prof. Giuseppe Speziale holds the positions of the National Coordinator of Cardiac Surgery of GVM Care & Research, the Director of the Department of Cardiac Surgery at Anthea Hospital and Città di Lecce Hospital, and Director of the Department of Cardiac Surgery of the Santa Maria Hospital. He works at the Cardiological Clinical Institute (ICC) and San Carlo di Nancy Hospital in Rome. Since 2011 he has also held the position of Vice President of GVM Care & Research. In 2012 he occupied the charge of President of Confindustria Puglia, Health Section, and since 2018 he is Vice President of Aiop Puglia (Italian association of private hospitals). The prof. Speziale is a cardiac surgeon specializing in the minimally invasive surgical treatment of valve diseases, expert in minimally invasive repair of the mitral valve, in On and Off Pump myocardial revascularization, in thoracic aortic surgery. He is Co - Founder and President of the Scientific Committee of Mitral Academy, an independent association born from the passion for mitral surgery and the desire to pursue and share excellence in restorative surgery, with particular attention to minimally invasive techniques and the evaluation of potential therapeutic treatments deriving from the use of new technologies. Until 2016 he was elected Director of the Italian Society of Cardiac Surgery. He is part of the following associations: AATS (American Association for Thoracic Surgery), Italian Society of Cardiology Accredited Hospital, SICOA (active member), ISMICS (International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery). Since 2004 he has held the position of Scientific Director of the Italian Cardiopathic Association onlus.

In the field of scientific research, he focuses on new approaches, applicable in the field of minimally invasive and non-invasive mitral, aortic, cardiac arrhythmias and tricuspid surgery. He was the coordinator and researcher of the various projects of the National Research Council on Myocardial Infarction, on the treatment of pulmonary hypertension, on new technologies for carrying out coronary, cardiopulmonary and normothermic bypass. He was an adjunct professor at the Sapienza University of Rome where he held the Chair of Cardiology II, and at the University of Ferrara, where he teaches Cardiac Surgery. He has presented numerous scientific papers at national and international congresses of cardiology and cardiac surgery.

Bibliography: He is co-author of 6 books known nationally and internationally. The most recent one is Advances in Treatments for Aortic Valve and Root Diseases, publisher Springer International Publishing, 2018.

He is Reviewer and author of over 90 publications of multiple journals, such as Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Journal of Geriatric Cardiology, Heart & Lung: The Journal of Cardiopulmonary and Acute Care, European Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Journal on Cardiac, Vascular and Thoracic Surgery etc.

Awards: “Top Doctors Awards”, 2021