Echocardiography Doctors Abroad — Page 4

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

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. 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.

Dr. Cagdas Erdogan is an Associate Professor and gastroenterologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Erdogan has authored 40 publications in journals like Scientific Reports and Endoscopy. He treats complex conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and liver cirrhosis.

• Performs specialized procedures including ERCP, EUS, EMR, and peroral endoscopic myotomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions using techniques like endoscopic submucosal dissection.
• Uses double-balloon enteroscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Applies stem cell therapy for patients with liver cirrhosis and ulcerative colitis.

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.

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.

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

Specializations

Coronary Artery Diseases (Cardiovascular Occlusion, Heart Attack)

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)

Heart Valve Diseases

Rhythm Disorders (Arrhythmias)

Coronary, Angiography and Intervention

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

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 Gunther Laufer heads the Cardiac Surgery Department at Vienna General Hospital. He ensures echocardiography results help guide complex heart surgeries.

• Leads one of Europe's largest cardiac surgical centers
• Specializes in surgical treatments for the heart and blood vessels
• Oversees diagnostic imaging for preoperative planning and postoperative monitoring

Specializations

Adult and Pediatric Trauma Surgery

Knee, Shoulder, Ankle Arthroscopic Surgery

Knee Prosthesis, Hip Prosthesis, Shoulder Prosthesis

Deformity and Lengthening Surgery

Sports Surgery

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

Specializations

Coronary Artery Diseases (Cardiovascular Occlusion, Heart Attack)

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)

Heart Valve Diseases

Rhythm Disorders (Arrhythmias)

Heart failure

Leg Vascular Diseases

Cervical Vascular Diseases

Dr. Batur Gonenc Kanar is a cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He has performed over 1,000 electrophysiology and interventional procedures. He serves as Turkey’s representative at the European Heart Rhythm Association. Dr. Kanar completed specialized training at the Paris Institute of Cardiology. He also trained at Royal Brampton & Harefield Hospital in London.

• Specializes in 3D-mapping-guided ablation for atrial fibrillation and catheter ablation.
• Expert in pacemaker implantation, ICD, and cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT).
• Performs coronary angiography and stent applications for artery disease.
• Treats complex heart rhythm disorders, hypertension, and dilated cardiomyopathy.

Dr. Ahmet Ozkara is a cardiovascular surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus. He has authored 24 international journal papers in his field. Dr. Ozkara specializes in coronary bypass surgery and major artery revascularization. He treats complex conditions like aortic valve insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse.

• Member of the European Society of Vascular Surgery.
• Performs open heart surgery and TAVI procedures.
• Treats congenital heart defects and performs septal defect surgeries.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul.

Dr. Ahn Tae Hoon is the Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Naeun Hospital in Incheon. He specializes in heart failure, valvular disease, and interventional procedures. Dr. Ahn served as the President of the Korean Society of Cardiology. He completed his clinical training at the Montreal Heart Institute in Canada.

• Former President of the Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology (KSIC).
• Served as President of the Korean Vascular Intervention Society (KVIS).
• Past Organizing Committee Chair of the ENCORE SEOUL international congress.
• Treats complex coronary artery disease, angina, and myocardial infarction.

Dr. Enis Oguz is a cardiologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in cardiac rhythm disorders and interventional therapies. Dr. Oguz completed residency training at the Heart Center of the University of Leipzig. He is a member of the European Society of Cardiology.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and catheter ablation.
• Maintains a record of over 15 international medical publications.
• Expert in pacemaker implantations and resynchronization therapy for heart failure.
• Treats coronary artery disease using angiography, balloon, and stent procedures.

Dr. Asim Enhos is a cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart disease, cholesterol management, and complex aortic conditions. Dr. Enhos previously served as an Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for advanced interventional radiology.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise includes carotid angioplasty, stenting, and aneurysm coiling.
• Treats coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, and mitral stenosis.
• Provides specialized care for pulmonary hypertension and dilated cardiomyopathy.

Dr. Mehmet Marasli is a cardiologist at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, hypertension, and complex arrhythmias. He served as a researcher in the international TRUE-AHF study for heart failure treatment.

• Performs coronary angiography, carotid stenting, and heart cryoablation.
• Researched anti-inflammatory therapy for atherosclerotic disease in an international study.
• Completed cardiology specialization at Cumhuriyet University.
• Works at an ISO-accredited hospital ranked second best in Istanbul by Clinicspots.