Best Open Heart Surgery Doctors Abroad

Prof. Mert Yilmaz specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and pediatric cardiac procedures at Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• International member of Society of Thoracic Surgeons USA
• Performed pioneering endovascular aneurysm repairs in Turkey
• Published over 50 international manuscripts, including first reports in medical literature
• Fellowship-trained in Belgium for cardiac transplantation techniques

Recognized as one of Israel's top-5 cardiac surgeons – Dr. Kramer Amir has performed hundreds of complex heart surgeries at Sourasky Medical Center.

• 39 years of experience in open heart surgery
• Specialized training in stentless bioprosthetic heart valves and left ventricular assist devices
• Trained at renowned institutions like Oxford University and Bakulev Scientific Center
• Treats aortic stenosis, coronary artery disease, and complex cases

Leading cardiac surgeon at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and cardiac rehabilitation.

• Professor at Tel Aviv University
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for heart surgery
• Focuses on cardiac rehabilitation for better patient recovery

Prof. Emin Tireli specializes in complex pediatric cardiac defects, including neonatal cardiovascular surgery and congenital heart surgeries across all age groups.

• Over 39 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Published more than 100 articles in local and international journals
• Expert in aortic and left ventricular surgery
• Faculty member at Istanbul School of Medicine

Associate Professor Koray Aykut specializes in open heart surgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with a focus on coronary and aortic procedures.

• Over 21 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Expertise in laser-aided and minimally invasive techniques
• Published 18 articles in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Member of European and Turkish cardiovascular surgery societies

Dr. David Mishaali is the Director of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating infants and children with high-risk heart anomalies. Dr. Mishaali developed a unique minimally invasive surgical approach for congenital heart defects. He works at Sheba Medical Center, a hospital ranked among the world’s top 10.

• Completed fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and UCSF in the USA.
• Treats rare newborn conditions requiring complex cardiac reconstruction.
• Uses minimally invasive methods to reduce trauma and improve cosmetic results.
• Senior Lecturer and author of numerous peer-reviewed papers on cardiac surgery.

Dr. Erinc specializes in spine surgery with a focus on scoliosis and childhood spinal diseases. He brings international experience from Chicago Loyola University.

• Skilled in treating lumbar cervical disc herniation and degenerative spine diseases
• Trained extensively in basic microsurgery and fracture management
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Holds certifications from the Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules

11 years focused on advanced heart surgery – Dr. Trifan specializes in complex procedures like coronary artery bypass and valve replacements at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expertise in minimally invasive cardiac surgery techniques
• Known for surgical precision and patient-centered care
• Affiliated with top-tier medical institutions in Romania

Dr. Filizcan specializes in digital dentistry and implantology, with a focus on advanced prosthetic treatments.

• Ph.D. in Prosthetic Dentistry from Hacettepe University
• Expert in CAD-CAM restorations and zirconium coatings
• Member of European Association for Osseointegration and ITI
• Published research on implant-supported crowns and prostheses

1,200+ pediatric and congenital cardiac interventions performed — Professor Kim is a leading expert in catheter-based treatments for complex heart conditions.

• 40 years specializing in pediatric cardiology and congenital heart disease
• Proficient in ASD, VSD, and tetralogy of Fallot interventions
• Hanyang University-trained with Master's and PhD in the field
• Dedicated to long-term follow-up care from childhood to adulthood
• Active member of multiple professional cardiology societies

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. Albayrak specializes in complex aortic and heart valve surgeries at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Expert in aortic, coronary, and venous surgeries
• Trained at Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Published research on extracorporeal perfusion techniques

Dr. Moni Shuvi specializes in valvular heart disease at Hadassah Medical Center, focusing on mitral valve procedures and interventional cardiology.

• Expert in PCI and coronary angiography
• Specializes in treating myocardial infarction
• Interventional cardiologist with a focus on complex heart conditions

Dr. Lipey-Diamant trained at Marie Lannelongue Medical Center in Paris – a top European clinic for heart valve and congenital defect surgery.

• Specializes in aortic surgery – led the unit at Sheba Medical Center
• Advanced training in heart valve correction across Austria, Belgium, and Lithuania
• Residency under Professor Bernardo Widne at Beilinson Hospital
• Performs complex procedures including bypass and congenital defect corrections

Runs Vienna General Hospital's aneurysm program – specializes in complex cardiac and aortic surgeries. Published 100+ research articles on aneurysm treatments.

• Graduated from Medical University in Vienna
• Fellowship-trained at Stanford and Mount Sinai hospitals
• Expert in neuroprotection techniques during aortic procedures
• Fluent in English, German, and Polish

Professor Murat Ugurlucan brings extensive training in cardiac surgery from top institutions including King Faisal Heart Institute.

• Over 19 years of experience in cardiac surgery
• Specialized training at King Faisal Specialist Hospital
• Current position at Biruni University Hospital
• Award-winning researcher in cardiovascular treatments

Dr. Koksal has over 34 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery and helped establish the Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic in Istanbul's Süreyyapaşa Hospital.

• Awarded Associate Professor title in Cardiovascular Surgery in 2005
• Served as Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Specializes in complex cardiovascular procedures with extensive hospital leadership
• Currently practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital