Best Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery doctors: TOP 21 doctors

Dr. Cenk İndelen is a cardiovascular surgery specialist. He has practiced since 2002. He has worked at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2025. He completed his residency in thoracic, cardiovascular, and vascular surgery at Kocaeli University (1996–2002). He became an associate professor in 2023.

His focus is patient blood management and cardiothoracic optimization. He has published on transfusion cost-effectiveness and PBM implementation (Cardiovasc J Afr, 2023). He has also reported on the economics of aortic valve replacement (Heart Surg Forum, 2023) and techniques in coronary, mitral, and aortic surgery. His work also appears in JAMA (2023), Crit Care Med (2025), and Transfusion (2025).

Accreditations and memberships: Orsi da Vinci robotic console training (Belgium, 2014). Koç University Animal Use Certificate (2017). Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management course (2020). Publons Peer Reviewer course (2020). Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, ISMICS, the ERAS Society, the Blood Transfusion Society, the Society for the Advancement of PBM, and ASCVTS.

Over 35 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery – Dr. Ersoy specializes in pediatric and adult heart conditions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery
• Former Assistant Professor at Istanbul University Cardiology Institute
• Extensive experience in complex cardiac surgeries

Dr. Erdogan trained at the Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab – a global leader in cardiac care. He specializes in complex cardiac procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 25+ years of experience in cardiology
• Associate Professor with academic background at Başkent University
• Expertise in echocardiography and cardiac diagnostics
• Worked at major university hospitals throughout Turkey

Specializes in spine surgery and orthopedic trauma at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Trained at Loyola University in Chicago
• Focuses on scoliosis, kyphosis, and childhood spinal diseases
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Certified in advanced fracture management techniques

Led the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Bezmialem Vakıf University – specializes in pediatric and adult heart conditions.

• 25+ years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Established the Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic at Süreyyapaşa Hospital
• Awarded Associate Professor title for surgical contributions
• Member of Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

Professor Sung-Ho Kim, MD, MS, PhD, is a pediatric cardiologist and congenital heart disease specialist with more than 40 years of experience. He trained at Hanyang University College of Medicine (MD) and Hanyang University Graduate School (MS, PhD). He helped advance catheter-based treatment of ASD, VSD, tetralogy of Fallot, and other defects. This work reduced the need for open-heart surgery. He has performed more than 1,200 pediatric and congenital cardiac interventions.

He has led academic and clinical programs. He contributes to research and training. He also participates in professional cardiology societies and presents at international conferences.

Dr. Jeong‑Yoon Kim, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist at Bucheon Sejong Hospital. She has led the Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine since 2019 and also sees patients at Incheon Sejong Hospital.

She graduated from Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine. She completed clinical training at Severance Hospital, a tertiary medical center in Korea. Her practice focuses on congenital heart disease (ASD, VSD), Kawasaki disease, pediatric arrhythmias, syncope, and intensive cardiac care. She has strong skills in echocardiography, pre‑ and post‑procedure care, long‑term follow‑up, and team‑based cardiac care.

Dr. Jieun Ban, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist at Bucheon Sejong Hospital. She focuses on arrhythmias and congenital heart disease. She provides electrophysiologic evaluation for children and adolescents. She completed training in pediatrics and pediatric cardiology.

Her practice includes ASD, VSD, cardiac syncope, and other rhythm disorders. She offers advanced diagnostics and interventional care. This includes cryoablation and catheter-based electrophysiology. She works with specialized cardiac teams. She is skilled in echocardiography, peri-procedural care, and long-term follow-up.

Specialized in cardiovascular surgery with extensive training in aortic and vascular procedures – Dr. Serkan Burc Deser brings advanced techniques to Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery at Atlas University Hospital.

• Trained at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York for aortic valve-preserving surgery
• Fellowship in Salzburg focused on endovascular and advanced vascular techniques
• Holder of the 'Certificate of Proficiency' from Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Qualification Board
• Practices both traditional and robotic-assisted heart surgeries

Dr. Ayiomamitis specializes in complex cardiac surgeries, including ventricular septal defect repairs, with extensive training at top European hospitals.

• Trained in cardiac surgery at San Matteo University Hospital in Italy
• Fellowship in adult cardiac surgery at St. Georges University Hospital, London
• Director of the Cardiac Surgery Unit at German Medical Institute
• Member of the European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Participated in international research on minimally invasive cardiac techniques

Dr. Faruk Hokenek specializes in ventricular septal defect surgery with over 20 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery.

• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital – a leading facility for cardiac care
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Member of the cardiovascular surgery team at Acıbadem International Hospital

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. Mert Yilmaz specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and has published over 50 scientific papers, including seven first reports in medical literature.

• Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2014
• International member of Society of Thoracic Surgeons USA
• Trained in Royal South Hants Hospital UK and OLV Aalst Hospital Belgium
• Expert in pediatric and adult cardiovascular surgeries

Dr. Faruk Gencoglu has actively participated in approximately 3,000 cardiovascular cases, specializing in adult heart conditions at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialized in adult coronary artery disease and heart valve surgeries
• Performs aortic, carotid, and peripheral vascular surgeries
• Served as clinical chief of open heart surgery for 2 years
• Trained at Istanbul Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute

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

• Over 30 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Published more than 100 articles in local and international journals
• Expertise in aortic and left ventricular surgery
• Faculty member at Istanbul School of Medicine

10,000+ congenital heart surgeries – Dr. Iyer pioneered Northern India's first dedicated pediatric cardiac program at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute.

• Specializes in complex neonatal and infant heart surgeries
• Performed India's first successful rapid two-stage arterial switch
• Trained under Dr. R.B.B. Mee at Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne
• Focuses on cost-effective care for developing nations

Professor Ugurlucan specializes in cardiac surgery with extensive training at prestigious institutions like King Faisal Heart Institute.

• Over 20 years of experience in cardiac surgery
• Trained at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center
• Professor at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine
• Recognized for research in cardiovascular treatments

Prof Giuseppe Speziale specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, including ventricular septal defect repairs, at Ospedale Santa Maria.

• Director of Cardiac Surgery at multiple prestigious hospitals
• Co-founder and President of Mitral Academy, focusing on minimally invasive techniques
• Member of AATS and ISMICS, leading cardiac surgery associations
• Author of over 90 publications in top cardiology journals
• Recipient of the 'Top Doctors Awards' in 2021