Coronary artery disease Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Prof. Savini specializes in minimally invasive surgery for coronary artery disease – trained at top European cardiac centers like Vall d'Hebron and St. Antonius hospitals.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in cardiac surgery
• Associate Professor at University of Bologna – trains next-generation surgeons
• Published research on aortic valve repair and coronary disease
• Member of EACTS and ISMICS – leading cardiac surgery societies

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Özkan is a cardiologist at Koru Ankara Hospital. His main areas are coronary artery and heart valve diseases, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 1974. He completed specialization in occupational diseases in 1982 and in cardiology in 1991. He became an associate professor in 1993 and a professor in 2007.

He served at GATA, Izmir Air Hospital, Kütahya Air Hospital, and the NATO Hospital in Belgium. He has published many national and international articles. He has treated many patients.

The doctor is a cardiology specialist who completed medical training at Istanbul University and specialized at the Siyami Ersek Thoracic Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital. With an extensive academic and clinical background, the doctor has served as a chief resident and associate professor, eventually attaining the rank of professor. The doctor currently practices at Ankara City (Bilkent) Hospital.

The doctor possesses significant expertise in interventional cardiology, cardiac pacemaker implantation, and electrophysiology. Clinical focus areas include echocardiography, heart valve procedures such as TAVI and mitral balloon valvuloplasty, and complex coronary and CTO procedures. The doctor has authored numerous scientific studies in national and international journals.

The doctor is a distinguished cardiology specialist with extensive clinical experience, having earned a medical degree from Hacettepe University in 2004 and completed cardiology specialization at Gazi University in 2010. Achieving the rank of Professor in 2024, the doctor has served at several prominent institutions, including Ankara Turkey Higher Specialized Hospital and Ankara Bilkent City Hospital.

The doctor specializes in preventive cardiology, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and heart failure, with significant expertise in interventional procedures such as coronary angiography, stent and balloon treatments, and complex coronary interventions. The doctor is also skilled in cardio-oncology, rhythm disorders, and advanced imaging techniques like TEE.

Prof. Dr. Korhan Erkanlı is a professor of cardiovascular surgery. He specializes in heart transplantation, left ventricular assist devices (LVADs), and surgery for advanced heart failure. His practice includes coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery, and endovascular treatment for aortic disease.

He has contributed to clinical research on advanced heart failure, artificial heart technologies, and the surgical care of complex cardiovascular conditions. He also promotes organ donation and the life-saving role of heart transplantation.

Prof. Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey, with 40 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery.

• Director of Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital
• Specializes in coronary bypass (off-pump), valve replacements, and aortic repair
• Trained in LVAD systems and heart failure surgery in Germany, France, and the US
• Established heart transplant centers at multiple institutions
• Active contributor to total artificial heart surgery development

Dr. Sotirios Papathanasiou, MD, PhD, is an interventional cardiologist and arrhythmologist with over 20 years of experience. He is certified in interventional cardiology by EAPCI and the ESC. His expertise includes coronary artery disease, cardiac arrhythmias (including atrial fibrillation), heart failure, valvular disease, and congenital heart disease. He performs coronary angiography, angioplasty, and pacemaker implantation.

Education: Medical degree from the University of Ioannina School of Medicine. PhD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1999–2005). Postgraduate degree in interventional cardiology from the University of Athens. Training: Hippokrateion Hospital (University Cardiology Department), Alexandra Hospital, Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center, and Attikon Hospital. Affiliations: European Society of Cardiology (ESC), EAPCI, Hellenic Cardiological Society, and Hellenic Society of Lipidology and Atherosclerosis.

Languages: Greek and English.

Eslie Perez leads teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital, bringing expertise from diverse medical roles.

• Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital
• General practitioner in private medical office for 12 years of experience
• Specialized in weight control clinic management
• Certified in biomagnetism by Higher Institute of Biomagnetism
• Skilled in various cosmetic and dermatological procedures

Tsios Yuri Anatolievich specializes in treating coronary artery disease, ensuring comprehensive care from diagnosis to long-term monitoring.

• Analyzes patient health with physical, social, and psychological factors in mind
• Provides optimal treatment plans and monitors progress closely
• Organizes consultations with specialists and necessary diagnostic procedures

Dr. Pradeep Nair brings 27 years of experience of cardiac surgery expertise to Aster Hospitals in Dubai, specializing in complex coronary procedures.

• Skilled in advanced techniques like Bentall Procedure and CABG Redo
• Trained at prestigious institutions including AIIMS, New Delhi and Waikato Hospital
• Special focus on cardiac valve replacements and VSD repairs
• MBBS, MS, and MCh in CTVS with additional specialized training