Best Valvuloplasty Doctors Abroad

Dr. Hokenek specializes in valvuloplasty at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, bringing extensive experience in cardiovascular surgery.

• Over 17 years in cardiovascular surgery
• Trained at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at top hospitals including Acıbadem and Medical Park

Prof. Giuseppe Speziale is a leading expert in minimally invasive valve surgery, performing innovative techniques at Santa Maria Hospital and other top Italian medical centers.

• Specializes in minimally invasive repair of mitral, aortic, and tricuspid valves
• President of the Scientific Committee of Mitral Academy
• Author of 90+ publications on cardiac surgery
• Awarded 'Top Doctors Awards' in 2021
• Former Director of the Italian Society of Cardiac 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.

Prof. Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu has over 40 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery, specializing in complex valve procedures and heart transplantation.

• Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital
• Pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey
• Trained in advanced LVAD systems and heart failure surgery internationally
• Performs a wide range of surgeries including valve replacements and aortic repair
• Active contributor to the development of total artificial heart surgery

Dr. Ayiomamitis specializes in minimally invasive valve procedures, including TAVI, with extensive training at top European cardiac centers.

• Performs aortic and mitral valve repairs using advanced techniques
• Trained in TAVI at San Matteo University Hospital in Italy
• Member of European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Director of Cardiac Surgery Unit at German Medical Institute
• Participated in international research on valve replacement outcomes