74 Best Open Heart Surgery Doctors Abroad

3,000+ cardiovascular cases – Dr. Gencoglu specializes in adult heart surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialized in adult coronary artery and valve diseases
• Former clinical chief of open heart surgery for 11 years
• Trained at Istanbul Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute
• Performs aortic, carotid, and peripheral vascular surgeries

One of the world's leading specialists in the Ross procedure – Dr. Ruyra has 34 years of cardiac surgery experience at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Expert in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, including transplants
• Pioneer of minimally invasive cardiac procedures
• Associate Professor of Surgery at Autonomous University of Barcelona
• Member of European Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery

Performed 4,000+ open heart surgeries – Prof. Fedakar specializes in complex cardiac cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Led heart transplant teams for 28 years, performing 8 transplants as primary surgeon
• Pioneer in establishing cardiovascular surgery clinics at three major Turkish hospitals
• Expert in minimally invasive and beating heart bypass techniques
• Specializes in redo valve surgeries and aortic dissections

Dr. Bakhshaliev specializes in open heart surgery at Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku, bringing focused expertise to complex cardiac cases.

• Skilled in a range of cardiac surgical procedures
• Works with advanced surgical techniques for optimal outcomes
• Part of a dedicated cardiac team at a leading hospital

Dr. Hasim Ustunsoy is a cardiac surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He pioneered robotic cardiac surgery using the Da Vinci system in Turkey. Dr. Ustunsoy specializes in valve repair and coronary artery bypass. He provides treatment for both adults and children with complex heart conditions.

• Former Head of the Lung Transplant Center at Gaziantep University.
• Completed fellowships at Glasgow University and Columbia University in New York.
• Served as an Associate Professor at Geneva University in Switzerland.
• Member of the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation.

Dr. Ali Gozukucuk specializes in pediatric surgery, with fellowships at Erciyes University and extensive experience in hernia treatments and abdominal conditions.

• Completed fellowship in pediatric surgery at Erciyes University
• Published 3 international peer-reviewed articles
• Presented 13 articles at international scientific meetings
• Expert in pediatric hernias and abdominal pain

Dr. Mustafa Serkan Durdu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in minimally invasive heart and valve surgery. Dr. Durdu performs complex procedures like sutureless aortic valve replacement and right anterior minithoracotomy. He is an active member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).

• Published research in The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.
• Authored studies on multiple valve implantation via minimally invasive approaches.
• Completed specialized training in biotechnology and genetics at Ankara University.
• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery.

Dr. Abella has performed over 5,000 heart surgeries with a 98.2% survival rate – on par with the world's leading cardiac centers. He heads Cor Barcelona International Center.

• Specializes in congenital heart disorders in both children and adults
• Trained at La Sapienza University with fellowships in France, Switzerland, and the USA
• Authored 200+ articles on cardiovascular surgery
• Conducted 56 humanitarian missions worldwide

Dr. Yunus Nazli is an Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Lokman Hekim Ankara Hospital. He treats complex heart and vascular conditions. Dr. Nazli performs both on-pump and off-pump coronary bypass surgeries. He earned his medical degree from Trakya University and specialized at Celal Bayar University.

• Performs aortic surgeries, including endovascular procedures like EVAR and TEVAR.
• Treats carotid artery disease and performs peripheral bypasses for arms and legs.
• Expert in heart valve replacement and repair techniques.
• Provides varicose vein treatments using laser therapy, sclerotherapy, and surgery.

Prof. Dr. Ertan Sagbas specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and robotic procedures using the Da Vinci Robotic System at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Holds a professorship from Istanbul Bilim University
• Performs aortic and arrhythmia surgeries
• Trained at Selçuk and Istanbul Universities
• Worked at Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic in Belgium

Professor David Saba specializes in cardiovascular surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, with extensive training in heart transplantation.

• Trained in cardiovascular surgery at University of Hannover-Freiburg
• Completed fellowship at Toronto General Hospital
• Former professor at Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise in heart transplantation from Koşuyolu Heart Training and Research Hospital

Professor Riza Turkoz has been performing open heart surgeries for over 39 years, currently at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialized in cardiovascular surgery at İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
• Held professorships at multiple prestigious universities including Başkent and İnönü
• Expert in complex cardiac cases at top Turkish hospitals

Associate Professor Dogan Erdogan trained at Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab and specializes in cardiology at Medical Park Antalya.

• Over 31 years of experience in cardiology
• Specialized training at Istanbul University's Faculty of Medicine
• Associate Professorship from Başkent University
• Worked at leading institutions including Mayo Clinic

Dr. Pevni developed a unique method for heart valve replacement on a working heart, enhancing outcomes in open heart surgery at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Specializes in congenital and acquired valve anomalies, septal defects, and aortic aneurysms
• Performed one of the most complex aortic valve transplants for an artificial heart patient
• Trained in minimally invasive and mitral valve techniques across Europe
• Professor and lecturer at Tel Aviv University
• Active member of multiple prestigious cardiac surgery associations

Specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, including robotic-assisted procedures. Dr. Indelen leads cardiovascular surgeries at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in robotic surgery at Orsi Academy in Belgium
• Focuses on blood conservation techniques during surgery
• Member of The International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Published multiple studies on cost-effective surgical methods

Prof. Dr. Emin Trly specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery at Altınbaş University Hospital Medical Park Bahçelievler, with extensive experience in congenital heart disease.

• Professor at Istanbul University with specialization in Cardiac Surgery
• Expert in treating congenital heart defects and complex pediatric cases
• Published multiple research papers on cardiovascular surgery techniques

Prof. Kazim Besirli brings over 39 years of cardiovascular surgery expertise, including leadership at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty's Cardiovascular Surgery Department.

• Specializes in complex cardiovascular trauma cases
• Pioneer in video-thoracoscopic endoscopic techniques
• Published 200+ articles in cardiac surgery
• Completed advanced training across multiple countries