Best Echocardiography Doctors Abroad

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.

Dr. Kyung Hee Kim leads the Heart Transplantation Center and is Head of Cardiology at Sejong Hospital. She uses echocardiography for evaluating advanced heart failure and heart transplant suitability.

• Earned Master's and Doctoral degrees from Seoul National University College of Medicine
• Completed a research fellowship at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic
• Director of the Heart Transplantation Center – manages complex heart failure and transplants
• Appointed to the American Heart Association's Clinical Cardiology Membership Committee
• Specializes in evaluating genetic heart disorders and adult congenital heart disease

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. 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 Byung Hee Oh is a distinguished cardiologist at Incheon Sejong Hospital. He previously served as the President of the Korean Society of Cardiology.

• Specializes in heart failure and coronary artery disease using precise echocardiography evaluation
• Served as Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Seoul National University
• Authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications in major international medical journals
• Received prestigious national honors for medical excellence and leadership in Korea
• Former Head of the Division of Cardiology at top university hospitals

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. Min Jeong Kim leads cardiology at Incheon Sejong Hospital. She uses echocardiography to evaluate heart failure and coronary artery disease.

• Earned a PhD from Seoul National University College of Medicine
• Specializes in interventional cardiology and preventive heart care
• Performs coronary angiography to check for blocked arteries
• Expert in risk stratification to predict future heart events
• Integrates imaging and interventional services for better outcomes

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.

Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.

• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards.
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• Provides expert treatment for complex mitral valve repair and carotid artery surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and edited a major vascular surgery textbook.

Dr. Murat Ugurlucan is a professor and cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement and surgery for congenital heart defects in children. Dr. Ugurlucan completed a research fellowship at the University of Rostock in Germany. He also trained at the King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia.

• Winner of the national vascular surgery oral presentation award.
• Performs open heart surgery, coronary bypass, and carotid endarterectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Ratanapunt Incharoensakdi is a pioneering cardiologist at Longa Heart Health Medical Center. He founded Thailand’s first specialized heart center at Bangkok Hospital in 1988. He specializes in non-invasive heart disease treatments and regenerative stem cell therapies. Dr. Ratanapunt has successfully cared for over 5,000 patients throughout his career.

• Trained in cardiology at Kyoto University and the University of Hamburg.
• Introduced non-invasive cardiac rehabilitation and holistic revitalization to Thailand.
• Treats complex conditions like heart failure and coronary artery disease.
• Expert in stem cell therapy for heart disease and pulmonary hypertension.

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. Bandrina Kateryna Volodymyrivna is a cardiologist at Dobrobut Clinic with the highest qualification category. She specializes in cardiac surgery recovery, emergency medicine, and functional diagnostics. Dr. Bandrina uses 24-hour ECG and blood pressure monitoring to manage complex cases.

• Performs echocardiography and vascular Doppler ultrasound to detect cardiovascular diseases.
• Treats conditions such as arrhythmia, atherosclerosis, and coronary artery disease.
• Completed specialized training at the heart-focused Strazhesko and Amosov Institutes.
• Managed critical patients in the ICU and reanimation unit at Bila Tserkva Hospital.

Dr. Ertugrul Okuyan is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating structural heart disease and complex valve disorders. Dr. Okuyan serves as the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology. He is also a member of the European Society of Cardiology.

• Performs non-surgical valve repairs including MitraClip and TriClip procedures.
• Treats arterial blockages and aneurysms using balloon and stent interventions.
• Former president of the Turkic World Cardiology Association.
• Faculty member at the Istanbul Medipol University School of Medicine.