Echocardiography Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Jieun Ban specializes in pediatric cardiology at Bucheon Sejong Hospital. She performs echocardiography to diagnose complex heart conditions in children and infants.

• Expert in identifying congenital heart defects like atrial and ventricular septal defects
• Focuses on pediatric arrhythmia and rhythm disorders in young patients
• Collaborates with cardiac surgeons for comprehensive pre- and post-procedural heart assessments
• Provides clear explanations to help families understand their child's heart health
• Experienced in managing pediatric syncope related to cardiac causes

Dr. Jeong Yoon Kim heads the Pediatrics Department at Bucheon Sejong Hospital. She specializes in heart ultrasound to detect defects in infants and children.

• Trained at Severance Hospital – one of South Korea's top medical centers
• Focuses on pediatric heart conditions like Kawasaki disease and structural defects
• Expert in echocardiography for atrial and ventricular septal defects
• Leads the department of pediatric and adolescent medicine since 2019
• Collaborates with cardiac surgeons for comprehensive patient care

Professor Sungho Kim has performed 1,200+ cardiac interventions. He leads pediatric cardiology at Sejong Hospital and specializes in identifying congenital heart defects.

• Graduated from Hanyang University with Master s and Doctoral degrees in medicine
• Performs echocardiography to diagnose atrial and ventricular septal defects
• Specializes in catheter-based interventions to avoid open-heart surgery for children
• Expert in managing tetralogy of Fallot and complex congenital abnormalities
• Regularly shares expertise at international conferences on pediatric cardiac care

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.

Professor Kim Ki-bong specializes in CABG, valve surgery, atrial fibrillation, and heart transplantation. He is Director of the Cardiac Surgery and Cardiovascular Centers at Myongji Hospital. He pioneered advanced coronary bypass in Korea. He has extensive OPCAB experience and works on the TECAB team using the da Vinci Xi.

In 2025, his team performed Korea’s first totally endoscopic CABG without cardiopulmonary bypass. In August 2026, they achieved the nation’s first multivessel TECAB.

He is former Chair of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery at Seoul National University College of Medicine. He is also former Chief of the same department at Seoul National University Hospital. He serves on the Editorial Board of The Annals of Thoracic Surgery. He is a member of AATS, STS, and EACTS. He is a past President of the Korean Societies of Coronary Artery Surgery, Surgical Treatment of Arrhythmias, and Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. His research includes 130+ international and 140+ Korean papers. He has given 80+ international and 80+ Korean lectures. He earned his MD, Master’s, and PhD at Seoul National University.

Dr. Lipey-Diamant heads the Aortic Surgery Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He uses echocardiography to plan complex heart and arterial vessel procedures at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Specializes in aortic valve replacement and heart valve correction
• Completed clinical training at the Marie Lannelongue Medical Center in Paris
• Trained in heart valve techniques across Austria, Belgium, and Lithuania
• Treats heart rhythm issues like arrhythmia and atrial fibrillation
• Graduated with honors from his cardiothoracic surgery residency at Beilinson Hospital

Dr. Yavuz Besogul is a cardiovascular surgeon at Neolife Medical Center. He received his MD from Erciyes University in 1989. He pursued an academic career in cardiovascular surgery at Eskisehir Osmangazi University. He served as Professor from 2008 to 2012. His clinical posts include Eskisehir Osmangazi University (1992–2012) and Kiziltoprak Florence Nightingale Hospital (2012–2014). He worked at Medicana Camlica as Coordinator of Cardiovascular Surgery and as a member of the Ethics Committee (2014–2016). He later served at Medical Park–Istinye University (2017–2023) and Biruni University Hospital (2024–2026).

His clinical focus includes minimally invasive cardiac surgery and axillary valve surgery. He performs valve repair and replacement and coronary bypass, including minimally invasive methods. He treats peripheral vascular, carotid, and venous disease. He offers varicose vein care with sclerotherapy, foam therapy, and endovenous ablation, as well as capillary laser. He also performs sympathectomy and provides diabetic limb care. He manages Buerger’s disease and Raynaud’s.

He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, the National Vascular Surgery Society, and the Phlebology Society. He serves as a referee for the International Journal of Interventional Cardiology. He is on the advisory boards of Türkiye Klinikleri and the Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences.

Dr. Kochamarj Boonyarattaphun is a cardiologist at PMG Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in transradial coronary angioplasty and coronary catheterization. He uses intravascular optical coherence tomography (OCT) to assess coronary lesions. This imaging technology allows for precise evaluation within the blood vessels.

• Completed a Fellowship in Cardiology at Khon Kaen University.
• Treats coronary artery disease using balloon angioplasty and stenting.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including echocardiography and coronary angiography.
• Works at PMG Hospital, a facility accredited by the Global Healthcare Accreditation Program.

Dr. Cihan Altin is a cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He completed interventional cardiology training at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Altin treats heart failure, valve diseases, and coronary artery occlusion. He specializes in minimally invasive structural heart interventions. Dr. Altin works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

• Performs TAVI, Mitraclip, and Triclip procedures for heart valve repair.
• Expert in pacemaker applications and renal denervation for resistant hypertension.
• Treats complex conditions including aortic aneurysms and heart holes.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Dr. Gokhan Albayrak is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital in Izmir. He specializes in aortic, heart valve, and coronary surgery. Dr. Albayrak is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. He works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with a specialized robotic surgery center.

• Performs complex procedures like TAVI and coronary artery bypass grafting.
• Treats conditions including aortic valve insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse.
• Published research on biventricular assist device modifications and intimal hyperplasia.
• Member of the National Society for Vascular Surgery.

The doctor is a highly trained cardiologist with extensive clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex cardiovascular conditions. The doctor's professional focus includes the treatment of hypertension, cardiovascular occlusion, heart failure, and heart rhythm disorders. Additionally, the doctor is skilled in addressing high cholesterol and managing congenital heart disease.

The doctor completed medical training at Azerbaijan Medical University and subsequently underwent specialized cardiology training at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, spanning from 2017 to 2023. Through this rigorous academic and clinical background, the doctor provides comprehensive care for patients with diverse cardiac health needs.

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive management of cardiovascular conditions, with a clinical focus on coronary artery diseases, including cardiovascular occlusion and myocardial infarction. Expertise extends to the treatment of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and heart failure.

Furthermore, the doctor provides specialized care for heart valve diseases, rhythm disorders (arrhythmias), and peripheral vascular conditions, specifically addressing leg and cervical vascular diseases.

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive management of cardiovascular conditions, with a primary clinical focus on coronary artery diseases, including the treatment of cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks. Expertise extends to the diagnosis and management of hypertension and hyperlipidemia, as well as the treatment of heart valve diseases and various rhythm disorders or arrhythmias.

In addition to clinical management, the doctor is highly skilled in interventional cardiology, specifically performing coronary procedures and diagnostic angiography to address complex vascular issues.

The doctor is a highly skilled surgeon specializing in adult and pediatric trauma surgery. With extensive expertise in orthopedics, the doctor focuses on arthroscopic procedures for the knee, shoulder, and ankle, as well as complex joint replacement surgeries including knee, hip, and shoulder prostheses.

In addition to joint reconstruction, the doctor provides specialized care in deformity correction and limb lengthening surgery. The practice also encompasses sports surgery, addressing athletic injuries to restore function and mobility for patients of all ages.

Prof. Marek Ehrlich leads the aortic aneurysm program at Vienna General Hospital. He uses echocardiography to create precise 3D treatment plans for complex heart valve disorders.

• Completed advanced cardiac surgery training at Stanford University and Mount Sinai Hospital
• Published over 100 scientific articles on cardiovascular surgery and diagnostic accuracy
• Heads the aneurysm program at AKH Vienna, one of Europe's largest hospitals
• Expert in neuroprotection – a technique that protects the brain during heart procedures
• Awarded by the 22nd World Congress of Cardiovascular Surgery for clinical leadership

Professor Lang graduated with the highest academic honors in Austria. She is a cardiologist and university professor at the Medical University of Vienna.

• Performs echocardiography to assess heart valves and blood flow patterns
• Specializes in hemodynamics – the study of how blood moves through vessels
• Pioneered a method in Austria for dilating narrowed pulmonary vessels
• Uses catheter laboratory technology to measure vascular resistance
• Uses research labs to study atherosclerosis and chronic vascular blockages

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. Ertuğrul Ercan is a Professor of Cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in interventional cardiology, atherosclerosis, and stem cell therapy. Dr. Ercan trained at the Cleveland Clinic and in Melbourne. He holds the European Cardiologist Diploma.

• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology.
• Member of the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions.
• Former Head of Cardiology and Dean at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University.
• Treats complex valve diseases, coronary artery disease, and arrhythmia.

Dr. Mustafa Dogdus is a cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in heart failure, coronary artery disease, and structural heart conditions. He is an expert in interventional procedures like ASD, PDA, and VSD closure. Dr. Dogdus treats complex arrhythmias using EPS-ablation and ICD-CRT-D implantation.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology since 2015.
• Performs percutaneous coronary and peripheral interventions.
• Treats hypertension, atherosclerosis, and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital with ISO and TEMOS certifications.