Best Heart Valve Replacement cardiac surgeons: TOP 99 doctors

• Dr. Ali Fedakar specializes in innovative Heart Valve Replacement techniques.
• Methods include transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), minimally invasive surgery, and robotic-assisted procedures.
• International training across multiple renowned institutions, enhancing valve replacement expertise.
• Board-certified by the Turkish Board of Cardiovascular Surgery, validating professional competence.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, signifying professional recognition.
• Offers remote consultations for global patients needing Heart Valve Replacement advice.
• Fluent in English and Turkish, ensuring clear communication with a broad patient base.

• Dr. Kazim Besirli specializes in advanced heart valve replacement techniques.
• Performs transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), minimally invasive surgery, and robotic-assisted procedures.
• International training includes work in various hospitals across multiple countries.
• Renowned for his role as Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Holds a master's degree in Health Institutions Management, enhancing his medical leadership.
• Member of professional societies, contributing to the advancement of cardiovascular surgery.
• Offers online consultations for patients seeking expertise in heart valve replacement.
• Communicates fluently in multiple languages to cater to a diverse patient base.

• Dr. Cenap Zeybek specializes in Heart Valve Replacement, especially in congenital cases.
• Performs minimally invasive heart valve surgery, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), and robotic-assisted procedures.
• Internationally trained with a specialization in Pediatric Cardiology and Heart Valve Replacement.
• Utilizes advanced techniques: Ross procedure, homograft valve replacement, and mechanical valve implantation.
• Holds certification in Pediatric Cardiology, with a focus on cardiac valve conditions in children.
• Member of renowned medical boards specializing in pediatric heart conditions.
• Offers online consultations for patients needing heart valve replacement advice.
• Fluent in Turkish; may provide consultations in other languages through interpreters.

Dr. Ottavio Alfieri is an award-winning heart surgeon with over 15 years of experience in cardiac surgery, performing more than 15,000 cardiac procedures. He is the author of over 600 peer-reviewed articles and several books devoted to cardiac surgery, and is the developer of the "Alfieri Mitral Repair" technique. He has been awarded numerous honors, including the 'Ambrogino d'Oro' and the gold medal from the European Cardiology Society for his contributions to the field. He is a member of the European Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, the European Society of Cardiology, and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.

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

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.

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)

Experience

• 2022 
• Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital  
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• 2017 - 2022

Acıbadem International Hospital

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• 2017 - 2017

Istanbul Aydin University Florya Hospital

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• 2013 - 2017

Acıbadem Health Group

• 2009 - 2013

Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital

• 2002 - 2009

Medical Park Fatih Hospital

• 2001 - 2002

Istanbul Memorial Şişli Hospital

• 2009

Dicle University

Education 

-   2001

I.U. Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Cardiovascular Surgery

-   1994

I.U. Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine