Page 3 - Best Open heart surgery doctors: TOP 52 doctors

Prof. Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu has over 35 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery, specializing in heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support. He leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey
• Performs complex surgeries including off-pump coronary bypass and aortic repairs
• Trained internationally in Germany, France, and the United States
• Active in developing total artificial heart surgery and hybrid procedures

Prof. Koray Topgül specializes in peritoneal metastases and gastrointestinal cancers with 23 years of experience at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Expert in CRS+HIPEC and PIPAC procedures
• Highly skilled in laparoscopic and hernia surgery
• Published multiple articles in international journals
• Active member of Turkish Surgeons Society and other organizations

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. Fidanci specializes in pediatric cardiology, focusing on congenital heart diseases and fetal echocardiography at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Over 20 years of experience in pediatric cardiology
• Expert in fetal echocardiography and congenital heart disease treatment
• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical background
• Trained at prestigious GATA Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Ahmet Yavuz Balci specializes in orthopedic surgery at Medistate Hospital Istanbul, focusing on bone and joint conditions.

• Experienced in treating meniscus tears and knee injuries
• Performs ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair
• Operates six days a week for patient convenience

Over 40 years in pediatric cardiac surgery – Dr. Villagrá leads the Children's Cardiac Surgery Service at HM Montepríncipe, specializing in congenital heart defects.

• Trained at renowned centers including Cleveland Clinic and Mayo Clinic
• Head of Congenital Heart Disease Unit since 1982
• Published 100+ research papers in international journals
• Fellowship at University of Connecticut's cardiovascular program