Best Pediatric Mitral Valve Replacement Doctors Worldwide — TOP 15

Prof. Mert Yilmaz specializes in pediatric mitral valve replacement with over 36 years of experience of cardiovascular surgery experience, including international training in Belgium.

• Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Kadikoy Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Published 50+ international manuscripts, including pioneering surgical techniques
• International member of Society of Thoracic Surgeons USA
• Specializes in minimally invasive pediatric cardiac surgery

Prof. Emin Tireli specializes in complex pediatric cardiac defects, including neonatal cardiovascular surgery, at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Over 39 years of experience of experience in pediatric cardiovascular surgery
• Published more than 100 articles in local and international journals
• Expert in aortic and left ventricular surgery for congenital heart defects
• Professor at Istanbul School of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools

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.

Specializes in pediatric spinal conditions at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, with training from Chicago Loyola University.

• Over 15 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Expert in scoliosis, kyphosis, and childhood spinal diseases
• Trained in microsurgery and fracture management
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Professor Turkoz brings 39 years of experience of expertise in cardiac surgery, specializing in complex pediatric cases at Acıbadem Bakırköy Hospital.

• Trained in pediatric cardiology at İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
• Former professor at Başkent University with leadership in clinical research
• Works at JCI-accredited facility with advanced pediatric cardiac units

Specializes in pediatric mitral valve replacement with advanced training in aortic and vascular surgeries. Works at Atlas University Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in aortic valve-preserving surgery in New York
• Experienced in robotic heart surgery techniques
• Holds a Certificate of Proficiency from Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Qualification Board
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

Trained at Mayo Clinic’s Echocardiography Lab – Dr. Erdogan specializes in pediatric cardiac care at Medical Park Antalya.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in cardiology
• Associate Professorship from Başkent University
• Expertise in echocardiography for precise valve assessments
• Worked at top Turkish universities and hospitals

Prof. Cengiz Koksal leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, specializing in pediatric mitral valve replacements.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Established the Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic at Süreyyapaşa Hospital
• Awarded Associate Professor title in Cardiovascular Surgery in 2005

Prof. Ugurlucan brings over 19 years of experience of cardiac surgery expertise, specializing in pediatric cases at Biruni University Hospital.

• Held fellowships at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Rostock University
• Published research on stem cell applications in cardiac surgery
• Professor of cardiac surgery since 2020
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools

Specializes in complex pediatric heart surgeries with advanced training from Mayo Clinic and Texas Heart Institute. Leads the Pediatric and Adult Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Fellowship-trained at USC Children's Hospital Los Angeles for pediatric cardiothoracic surgery
• Board-certified in Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery with extensive congenital heart repair experience
• Selected as Gordon K.Danielson Visiting Professor at Mayo Clinic
• Founding member of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery

Didem Melis Oztas has specialized in cardiovascular surgery with a focus on pediatric cases, trained at Istanbul University.

• Completed cardiovascular surgery residency at Istanbul University
• Worked at multiple leading hospitals in Istanbul
• Awarded for research on cardiovascular tissue in diabetic rats
• Currently practices at Biruni University Hospital

Prof. Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu leads Başkent University's Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center – a pioneer in pediatric cardiac surgery with 40 years of experience of experience.

• Specializes in pediatric mitral valve replacements and complex congenital cases
• Trained in Germany, France, and the US on advanced heart failure techniques
• Pioneered Turkey's mechanical circulatory support programs
• Performs hybrid cardiovascular procedures for challenging cases

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.