Heart Surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Trained at Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab – Dr. Erdogan brings world-class expertise to complex heart surgeries at Medical Park Antalya.

• 31 years of experience specializing in cardiology and heart surgery
• Associate Professor with academic credentials from Başkent University
• Specializes in advanced valve and coronary interventions
• Performs procedures at JCI-accredited Medical Park Antalya

Professor Liang Xiaoxiao is the Department Director and Chief Physician in Neurorehabilitation. She holds a master’s degree in neurology. She is skilled in neuromodulation for disorders of consciousness, cognition, and movement. Her focus includes cases from cerebrovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, and related conditions. She also performs ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, limb spasticity, sialorrhea, and neuralgia.

Accreditations and roles: Member of the Neurorehabilitation, Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation, and Craniocerebral Trauma Rehabilitation Committees of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Standing Member of the Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation Committee of the Fujian Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Vice Chair of the Dementia and Cognitive Disorder Committee of the Xiamen Preventive Medicine Association. Vice President of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Standing Member of the Neuromodulation Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Recipient of the Most Beautiful Physician of Xiamen City (2024).

Dr. Nivit Karla specializes in cardiology interventions at PrimeCare Bkk, with training from Siriraj Medical School and Rajavithi Hospital.

• Over 18 years of experience of experience in cardiology and internal medicine
• Trained in cardiology interventions at Rajavithi Hospital
• Fluent in English and Thai for clear patient communication

Dr. Kasama Wiroskoolchai is a wellness specialist at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital in Bangkok. Dr. Wiroskoolchai focuses on combining conventional and precision medicine to treat chronic conditions. The doctor manages non-communicable diseases like type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This approach aims to improve quality of life and longevity through restorative care.

• Specializes in pharmacopuncture and rehabilitation after stroke or traumatic brain injury.
• Treats autoimmune conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis and autoimmune hepatitis.
• Works at a facility accredited by the GHA and AACI for international patient safety.
• Uses regenerative techniques to help tissue repair and prevent disease complications.

Dr. Sungho Kim is a pediatric cardiologist at Sejong Hospital in Incheon. He has performed more than 1,200 pediatric and congenital cardiac interventions. Dr. Kim specializes in treating heart defects without open-heart surgery. He uses catheter-based methods for ASD, VSD, and tetralogy of Fallot.

• Earned MD, MS, and PhD degrees from Hanyang University.
• Treats complex congenital heart conditions in both children and adults.
• Performed over 1,200 minimally invasive cardiac procedures.
• Works at Sejong Hospital, a KOIHA-accredited facility in South Korea.

Dr. Albayrak specializes in aortic and heart valve surgeries, with published research on perfusion techniques and ischemic brain lesions.

• Member of Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery and National Society for Vascular Surgery
• Expert in coronary, venous, and complex cardiovascular interventions
• Trained at Ege University and Dokuz Eylul University
• Published multiple studies on vascular surgery outcomes

Dr. Emiroglu brings 29 years of experience of surgical expertise to Memorial Bodrum Hospital, with specialized training in endocrine and breast surgeries.

• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations including the Turkish Society of Surgery
• Trained in oncoplastic breast surgery and proctologic diseases
• Participated in advanced surgical courses in Germany
• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Jair Bar is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer using personalized immunotherapy and targeted treatments. Dr. Bar holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and leads a research lab focused on immunotherapy resistance.

• Chair of the Israel Lung Cancer Group.
• Board-certified in both Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology.
• Treats patients at Sheba Medical Center, a top-10 globally ranked hospital.
• Uses molecular and genetic profiling to create precise cancer treatment plans.

Dr. Kim specializes in stem cell therapy for heart disease – a cutting-edge approach at Samsung Medical Center.

• of experience in vascular surgery
• Former Head of Blood Vessel Surgery at Samsung Medical Center
• Trained at Oregon Health Sciences University in the USA
• Focuses on innovative treatments for heart conditions

Dr. Kim Duk Kyung is a cardiologist at Samsung Medical Center, specializing in heart surgery.

• Expert in various heart surgery procedures
• Works at one of South Korea's leading medical centers
• Dedicated to patient-centered care

Head of Cardiac Surgery at Vienna General Hospital – leads a top team for aortic and mitral valve procedures.

• Specializes in aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement
• Extensive experience in complex cardiac surgeries
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
• Works at one of Austria's leading cardiac centers

Head of Cardiosurgery Department at Rambam Medical Center – leading expert in heart surgery.

• Specializes in advanced cardiac procedures
• Over of experience in cardiothoracic surgery
• Member of prestigious cardiac surgery associations

Head of aortic surgery at Sheba Medical Center – Dr. Lipey-Diamant specializes in complex valve and aortic procedures with advanced European training.

• Trained at Marie Lannelongue Medical Center in Paris – a top heart surgery clinic
• Specialized in heart valve correction across Austria, Belgium, and Lithuania
• Completed residency under renowned cardiac surgeon Professor Bernardo Widne
• Over 24 years of experience of experience in cardiothoracic surgery

Specializing in minimally invasive mitral valve procedures and complex valvular interventions at Hadassah Medical Center – Dr. Moni Shuvi brings precision to advanced cardiac care.

• Expert in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and mitral valve treatments
• Skilled in PCI and coronary angiography for precise diagnostics and treatment
• Focuses on high-risk myocardial infarction cases with tailored interventions
• Fellowship-trained interventional cardiologist specializing in valvular heart disease

Dr. Amir Kremer is a dedicated heart surgeon at Assuta Medical Center, specializing in advanced cardiac procedures.

• Skilled in a wide range of heart surgeries
• Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers
• Committed to patient-centered care and optimal outcomes