Coronary bypass surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute – Dr. Kocas specializes in coronary bypass surgery at Biruni University Hospital.

• 21 years of experience in cardiology with extensive experience in coronary interventions
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and SCAI
• Fellowship-trained at one of Turkey's leading cardiology institutes
• Part of the European Percutaneous Intervention Association

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. Cengiz Köksal is a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery, including mitral valve repair, aortic valve surgery, coronary bypass, and endovascular treatment of aortic diseases.

He is internationally recognized for beating-heart, minimally invasive mitral valve repair. He trained at major cardiac centers across Europe. He has published many scientific papers and contributed to medical textbooks. He has given more than 100 presentations at national and international meetings. He organizes international valve repair workshops. He advances minimally invasive cardiac surgery through patient care, teaching, and research.

Prof. Dr. Halil Türkoğlu is a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery. He has expertise in coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery, and aortic aneurysm surgery.

His practice includes peripheral vascular surgery, EVAR and TEVAR procedures, carotid surgery, congenital heart surgery, cardiac tumor surgery, and pericardial surgery. He treats both adult and pediatric patients, including those with complex congenital heart defects. He has published research, held academic roles, and is active in national and international professional societies.

Prof. Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu has over 40 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular surgery, specializing in coronary bypass and heart transplantation at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center
• Pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey
• Performs off-pump coronary bypass and complex reoperations
• Trained in Germany, France, and the US in advanced heart failure surgery
• Active leader in professional societies for cardiovascular surgery