Echocardiography Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Yigit Changa is an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and treats complex conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmias. Dr. Changa received training at the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

• Performs coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation, and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise in carotid angioplasty, stent placement, and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000+ patients annually.
• Fluent in English and holds membership in the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. David Saba is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in heart transplantation and off-pump coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Saba completed training at Toronto General Hospital and the University of Hannover–Freiburg. He has published over 20 research papers on vascular innovations and bypass techniques.

• Performs complex procedures like TAVI and aortic aneurysm surgery.
• Treats conditions including mitral valve prolapse and aortic valve insufficiency.
• Former Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Uludağ University.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility and Turkey's first Smart-and-Green hospital.

Dr. Cenk Indelen is an Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in heart imaging to evaluate valve function and coronary artery disease.

• Trained in robotic surgery at the Orsi da Vinci Training Center in Belgium
• Published extensive research on aortic valve replacement and mitral regurgitation
• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Expertise in heart ultrasound for assessing complex coronary artery pathology

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

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. Kazim Besirli is a cardiothoracic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He has published over 200 articles in national and international medical journals. Dr. Besirli specializes in cardiovascular traumatology and thoracoscopic surgery. He works at a clinic authorized for health tourism by the Turkish government.

• Performs coronary artery bypass grafting and heart valve replacement.
• Treats complex conditions like aortic valve insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse.
• Served as Head of the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.
• Authored various book chapters and over 150 scientific studies in his field.

Dr. Mert Yilmaz is a pioneer of endovascular abdominal aneurysm repair in Turkey. He leads the cardiovascular surgery department at Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital. Dr. Yilmaz treats both adults and children for complex heart conditions. He is an international member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (USA).

• Published over 50 peer-reviewed articles with 7 first-in-literature clinical reports.
• Completed residency and pediatric cardiac surgery degrees at Uludag University.
• Holds professional certification from the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Maintains academic standing as a full professor at Halic University.

Dr. Sami Viskin is a renowned cardiologist at Sourasky Medical Center. He uses echocardiography to evaluate complex heart rhythm disorders and genetic cardiac syndromes.

• Co-authored 152 peer-reviewed articles on heart signaling and rhythm disorders
• Holds a Hirsch index of 41 measuring his high research impact
• Works at Sourasky Medical Center – ranked among the Top 10 global clinics
• Specializes in life-threatening conditions like Brugada Syndrome and Ventricular Fibrillation
• Experienced in interventional procedures including cardiac ablation and 3D mapping

Dr. Finkelshtein Arik completed 100 successful catheterizations using new technologies for heart valve replacement. He is a senior cardiologist at the Sourasky Medical Center in Israel.

• Specializes in structural heart diseases and used echocardiography to pioneer unique valve implantations
• Uses minimally invasive methods to treat coronary artery disease and aortic valve insufficiency
• Member of the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
• Trained in cardiology at the Cedars Sinai Medical Center in the USA
• Board-certified in internal medicine at the Tel Aviv Medical Center

Dr. Bella Koifman leads the Echocardiography Unit at Sourasky Medical Center. She specializes in early detection of heart disease through advanced cardiac ultrasound imaging.

• Heads the Echocardiography Department at one of Israel's largest hospitals
• Directed cardiac rehabilitation and women's health clinics at Sourasky
• Trained in congenital heart disease at the Royal Brompton Hospital in London
• Expert in diagnosing heart conditions in both children and adults
• Member of the local Heart Association and university cardiology teacher

Professor Gideon Uretzky is a leading heart surgeon at Ichilov Hospital. He oversees complex cases where echocardiography is vital for surgical planning and recovery.

• Professor at Tel Aviv University – one of Israel's most prestigious medical schools
• Specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery – performs operations through small incisions
• Expert in cardiac rehabilitation – helps patients recover after major heart procedures
• Leads surgical teams at Sourasky Medical Center – a top-tier international medical hub

Education and Specialization

• Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine
• Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology – Specialization

Experience

• Cleveland Clinic, Invasive Cardiology Unit, Ohio, USA
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• Antalya Yaşam Hospitals  

Dr. Viktor Alexander Krol is the Chief Physician of Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine at St. Martinus-Krankenhaus Düsseldorf. He also directs a certified Obesity Treatment Center. Dr. Krol treats complex diseases of the digestive tract, metabolism, and respiratory system. He works at one of only two German clinics accredited by the International Federation of Obesity.

• Performs bariatric surgeries and endoscopic weight loss procedures.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions like pancreatitis, Crohn's disease, and cirrhosis.
• Manages internal medicine cases across cardiology, diabetology, and nephrology.
• Uses diagnostic tools including gastroscopy with biopsy and endosonography.

Dr. Emin Tireli has performed over 6,300 pediatric congenital cardiac surgeries at Medical Park Bahcelievler. He specializes in extremely complex heart defects in newborns and children. Dr. Tireli is a global pioneer in the complex Nikaidoh procedure. He currently serves as a faculty member at Istanbul School of Medicine.

• Performs more than 100 neonatal cardiac surgeries every year.
• Expert in arterial switch operations and Norwood procedures.
• Authored over 100 articles in local and international medical journals.
• Treats extremely low birth weight infants for PDA ligations.

Dr. Dogan Erdogan is a cardiologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He is a multiple Science Award winner and the youngest researcher to receive the Bayindir Science Award. Dr. Erdogan completed a clinical research fellowship at the Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Department. He treats complex conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmia.

• Expertise in stem cell therapy for heart disease and pulmonary hypertension.
• Performs high-precision procedures including TAVI, angioplasty, and 3D mapping ablation.
• Specializes in valvuloplasty and heart valve replacement for adults and children.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

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. Serkan Burc Deser is a cardiovascular surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He has successfully performed hundreds of heart and vascular operations across several university hospitals. Dr. Deser holds a Proficiency Certificate from the Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Qualification Board. He completed international training at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York and clinics in Austria and Italy.

• Specializes in aortic aneurysm surgery and heart valve replacement.
• Expert in endovascular techniques, including EVAR, TEVAR, and FEVAR.
• Performs robotic heart surgery and carotid artery procedures.
• Trained in advanced vascular surgery at Paracelsus Medical University in Austria and Germany.

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.

Dr. Riza Turkoz is a cardiovascular and pediatric cardiac surgeon at Medical Park Antalya. He specializes in treating complex congenital heart conditions in both children and adults. Dr. Turkoz is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. He performs critical procedures like the Ross procedure, aortic valve replacement, and Tetralogy of Fallot surgery.

• Treats congenital heart diseases including atrial and ventricular septal defects.
• Performs open heart surgery, valvuloplasty, and cardiac valve reconstruction.
• Member of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Association.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.