Heart сheck up Doctors Abroad — Page 7

Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey. Dr. Kucukaksu specializes in adult and pediatric heart transplantation. He completed fellowships at institutions in the US, Germany, and France.

• Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center.
• Performs off-pump coronary bypass, valve replacements, and complex aortic repairs.
• Expert in LVAD systems and total artificial heart surgery.
• Established heart transplant centers at several major medical institutions.

Dr. Krishna Subramony Iyer has performed over 10,000 surgeries for congenital heart diseases. He pioneered pediatric cardiac care in Northern India at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute. Dr. Iyer performed the first successful rapid two-stage arterial switch in India. He specializes in treating newborns and malnourished infants with complex heart conditions.

• Completed a fellowship at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne.
• Served as an Additional Professor at AIIMS in New Delhi.
• Expert in double switch operations and Fontan procedures.
• Active member of the 'Gift of Life' program by Rotary International.

Dr. Nikolaos Papadopoulos, MD, PhD, is an internist with expertise in hepatology and over 25 years of hospital practice. He is the Director of the Internal Medicine Department at IASYS Clinic. He supervises inpatient care, promotes patient safety, and coordinates comprehensive management, including surgical and other complex cases.

He graduated from the Medical School of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (SSAS). He completed his specialty training in Internal Medicine at Sotiria General Hospital and trained in clinical hepatology at Hippokration. He earned a PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He led the 2nd Department of Internal Medicine at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens (401 GMHA) and has served at both 401 GMHA and NIMTS. He has numerous publications in international journals and is an active conference participant.

Dr. Yilmaz Yozgat is a pediatric cardiologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating children with complex heart and vascular diseases. Dr. Yozgat trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He manages challenging cases like dilated cardiomyopathy and pulmonary hypertension in young patients.

• Performs diagnostic heart check-ups, exercise tests, and carotid artery ultrasounds.
• Treats childhood cardiac conditions including arrhythmias and coronary artery disease.
• Served as a faculty member at Bezmialem Foundation University.
• Practices at a center featuring 21 intensive care units for newborns.

Dr. Cuneyt Kocas is a cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and hypertension. Dr. Kocas treats heart conditions using both diagnostic and interventional methods. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with a hybrid operating room.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial stenting for vascular health.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI.
• Conducts complex procedures like cardiac valve repair and coronary bypass surgery.

Dr. Ismail Oral Hastaoglu graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center in 2005. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EACTS, ESVS, UVCD, the Phlebology Association, and TKDCD.

Dr. Hastaoglu specializes in coronary bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, congenital heart diseases, heart tumors, and aneurysm treatments. He also has experience in carotid artery operations, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease management, and AV fistula procedures. He has made important contributions to cardiovascular surgery.

Dr. Eslie Perez is a general practitioner at Holistic Bio Spa in Puerto Vallarta. She is certified in biomagnetism by the Higher Institute of Biomagnetism. Dr. Perez served as the Head of Teaching at the Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital. She specializes in integrating dermatological procedures with regenerative therapies.

• Performs stem cell rejuvenation and intravenous vitamin C therapies.
• Expert in minimally invasive facial rejuvenation using IPL and fractional laser.
• Provides ozone therapy and mesenchymal stem cell treatments.
• Clinical experience in treating psoriasis and vitiligo with UV light phototherapy.

Dr. Pradeep Nair is a cardiothoracic surgeon trained at AIIMS New Delhi. He specializes in evaluating complex adult cardiac conditions during a heart check up.

• Performs the Bentall technique to replace the aortic valve and root
• Experienced in minimally invasive heart port surgery using small incisions
• Completed advanced cardiac surgical training at Waikato Hospital in New Zealand
• Expert in coronary artery bypass grafting and heart valve replacement
• Member of the surgical team at NMC Specialty Hospital in the UAE

Dr. Alexander Krapivsky is a German board-certified internist and cardiologist with more than 20 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine. He trained at I.M. Sechenov University. He worked at University Hospital Essen, Heart Center Duisburg, and Evangelisches Krankenhaus Mülheim. From 2006 to 2015, he led the cardiac catheterization laboratory as a senior cardiologist.

He founded Herzquartier in 2015 and serves as medical director. It is a network of specialized cardiology practices in Düsseldorf, Mülheim an der Ruhr, and Mönchengladbach. His expertise includes prevention and early detection, coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, lipid disorders, and non‑invasive diagnostics.

Accreditations include DGK Interventional Cardiology, Active Cardiac Rhythm Devices, Heart Failure, and Special Cardiovascular Prevention. He is certified in lipidology (DGFF) and trained in internal intensive care medicine. He has authored and co‑authored research published in the New England Journal of Medicine, Clinical Research in Cardiology, and EuroIntervention.

Dr. Ahmed Naveed is a specialist cardiologist at Aster Hospital Mankhool. He completed a fellowship in structural heart interventions at the University of Toronto.

• Performs coronary angiography to look for blockages during a heart check up
• Provides emergency and elective angioplasty to restore blood flow to the heart
• Specializes in structural heart interventions and pacemaker implantation for rhythm disorders
• Former assistant professor at the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research
• Member of the Cardiology Society of India

Dr. Hasan Yucel has performed 10,000+ valve replacement surgeries. He provides specialized care and heart check ups at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation to treat heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation
• Uses angioplasty and stenting to open blocked arteries and restore blood flow
• Treats complex conditions including pulmonary hypertension and dilated cardiomyopathy
• Contributes research to international medical journals and speaks at scientific meetings
• Completed post-graduate cardiology specialization at Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine

The doctor is a distinguished cardiology specialist with extensive clinical experience, having earned a medical degree from Hacettepe University in 2004 and completed cardiology specialization at Gazi University in 2010. Achieving the rank of Professor in 2024, the doctor has served at several prominent institutions, including Ankara Turkey Higher Specialized Hospital and Ankara Bilkent City Hospital.

The doctor specializes in preventive cardiology, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and heart failure, with significant expertise in interventional procedures such as coronary angiography, stent and balloon treatments, and complex coronary interventions. The doctor is also skilled in cardio-oncology, rhythm disorders, and advanced imaging techniques like TEE.

The doctor is a cardiology specialist who completed medical training at Istanbul University and specialized at the Siyami Ersek Thoracic Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital. With an extensive academic and clinical background, the doctor has served as a chief resident and associate professor, eventually attaining the rank of professor. The doctor currently practices at Ankara City (Bilkent) Hospital.

The doctor possesses significant expertise in interventional cardiology, cardiac pacemaker implantation, and electrophysiology. Clinical focus areas include echocardiography, heart valve procedures such as TAVI and mitral balloon valvuloplasty, and complex coronary and CTO procedures. The doctor has authored numerous scientific studies in national and international journals.

Dr. Niko Mihic leads medical services for Real Madrid. He manages heart check-ups as Chief of the Executive Health Program at HM Sanchinarro.

• Directs the Personalized Early Prevention Unit to identify cardiac risks early
• Serves as the medical advisor for the European Space Agency
• National consulting physician for international airlines including Air France and KLM
• Medical instructor at St. Pablo CEU Medical School in Madrid
• Trained in family and emergency medicine at Laval University in Quebec