Best Coronary Bypass Surgery Doctors Abroad

Dr. Oh Dongju, MD, PhD, is a cardiologist. He specializes in hypertension, hyperlipidemia, angina, myocardial infarction, valvular disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, and myocarditis. His work also covers atherosclerosis and arterial occlusive disease. He is skilled in echocardiography and cardiovascular imaging.

He completed a cardiology fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine. He also served as a Clinical Instructor at the Cornell University Weill Department of Medicine. He has held many leadership roles. He served as President, KSIC; Director of Publications, General Affairs, and Public Relations, KSC; Chairman, KACG; Board Member, Asan Heart Foundation; Vice President, KHA; Chairman, Division of Cardiology, KAIM; Vice President, NAMOK/KAMS; Governor, ACC Korea Chapter; and Member, the National Bioethics Committee.

Prof. Cengiz Koksal leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Bezmialem Vakıf University, bringing over 34 years of expertise in coronary bypass surgery.

• Established the Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic at Süreyyapaşa Hospital
• Awarded Associate Professor title in Cardiovascular Surgery in 2005
• Served as Education Officer at Kartal Koşuyolu Hospital
• Currently practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Professor Murat Ugurlucan brings extensive academic and clinical expertise in cardiac surgery to Biruni University Hospital.

• 19 years of experience in cardiac surgery
• Trained at prestigious institutions including King Faisal Specialist Hospital
• Specializes in coronary bypass and vascular procedures
• Professor of Medicine with research focus on cardiovascular treatments

Prof. Dr. Halil Türkoğlu is a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery. He has expertise in coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery, and aortic aneurysm surgery.

His practice includes peripheral vascular surgery, EVAR and TEVAR procedures, carotid surgery, congenital heart surgery, cardiac tumor surgery, and pericardial surgery. He treats both adult and pediatric patients, including those with complex congenital heart defects. He has published research, held academic roles, and is active in national and international professional societies.

Dr. Yavuz Besogul is a cardiovascular surgeon in Istanbul. He uses minimally invasive and endovascular techniques for heart and vascular diseases. Dr. Besogul performs closed-heart surgery and off-pump coronary bypass. He evaluates international patients with complex coronary disease and has published over 100 scientific articles in national and international journals.

• Performs coronary bypass through 4–5 cm incisions while the heart is beating.
• Treats mitral and aortic valve disorders using small-incision techniques.
• Manages vascular conditions including femoral-popliteal bypass and aortic aneurysms.
• Treats venous insufficiency and Buerger disease using intravascular methods.

Dr. Guillermo Reyes Copa is a cardiovascular surgeon at Publio Cordón Memorial Hospital in Madrid. He performs heart valve replacement and coronary revascularization. He treats aortic valve insufficiency and acquired valvular heart disease. Dr. Reyes Copa works at a facility accredited by the Joint Commission International.

Dr. José María Cortina Romero is a cardiothoracic and transplant surgeon at Publio Cordón Memorial Hospital in Madrid. He performs heart transplants, coronary bypass surgery, heart valve replacements, and open-heart procedures.

He works at a facility accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI). The clinic is a Spanish medical center with over 100 doctors on staff. Dr. Romero also treats vascular conditions and manages limb prosthetics.

Prof. Dr. Cengiz Köksal is a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery, including mitral valve repair, aortic valve surgery, coronary bypass, and endovascular treatment of aortic diseases.

He is internationally recognized for beating-heart, minimally invasive mitral valve repair. He trained at major cardiac centers across Europe. He has published many scientific papers and contributed to medical textbooks. He has given more than 100 presentations at national and international meetings. He organizes international valve repair workshops. He advances minimally invasive cardiac surgery through patient care, teaching, and research.

Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute – Dr. Kocas specializes in coronary bypass surgery at Biruni University Hospital.

• 21 years in cardiology with extensive experience in coronary interventions
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and SCAI
• Fellowship-trained at one of Turkey's leading cardiology institutes
• Part of the European Percutaneous Intervention Association

Prof. Dr. Korhan Erkanlı is a professor of cardiovascular surgery. He specializes in heart transplantation, left ventricular assist devices (LVADs), and surgery for advanced heart failure. His practice includes coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery, and endovascular treatment for aortic disease.

He has contributed to clinical research on advanced heart failure, artificial heart technologies, and the surgical care of complex cardiovascular conditions. He also promotes organ donation and the life-saving role of heart transplantation.

Dr. Ayiomamitis specializes in coronary bypass surgery using the MIECC system – a minimally invasive technique associated with faster recovery. He leads the Cardiac Surgery Unit at German Medical Institute.

• Trained in myocardial revascularization techniques
• 20 years of cardiac surgery experience
• Co-investigator for international bypass surgery studies
• Member of European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Performs valve and aortic procedures alongside bypass