Heart сheck up Doctors Abroad — Page 7

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.

Dr. Okay Abaci is a professor of cardiology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart and leg angiography and peripheral arterial disease. Dr. Abaci holds over 100 domestic and international scientific publications. He completed dedicated training in peripheral arterial intervention in Italy.

• Performs coronary angiography, heart cryoablation, and carotid stenting.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI Association.
• Treats complex conditions including atrial fibrillation and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Cuneyt Kocas is a cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and hypertension. Dr. Kocas treats heart conditions using both diagnostic and interventional methods. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with a hybrid operating room.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial stenting for vascular health.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI.
• Conducts complex procedures like cardiac valve repair and coronary bypass surgery.

Dr. Dursun Aras is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart rhythm disorders and complex vascular interventions. Dr. Aras practiced for years at the Turkey Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital. He treats conditions like atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis, and coronary artery disease.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Expert in carotid angioplasty, stenting, and intracranial arterial procedures.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 600,000 patients annually.
• Specializes in 3D mapping techniques for precise cardiac ablation procedures.

Dr. Faruk Hokenek is a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement and coronary artery bypass grafting. Dr. Hokenek focuses on complex heart surgery for acquired valvular diseases and aortic aneurysms.

• Performs open heart surgery and interventricular septal defect repairs.
• Treats conditions including mitral valve prolapse and aortic valve insufficiency.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 600,000 patients annually.
• Earned his cardiovascular surgery specialization from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Eslie Perez is a general practitioner at Holistic Bio Spa in Puerto Vallarta. She is certified in biomagnetism by the Higher Institute of Biomagnetism. Dr. Perez served as the Head of Teaching at the Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital. She specializes in integrating dermatological procedures with regenerative therapies.

• Performs stem cell rejuvenation and intravenous vitamin C therapies.
• Expert in minimally invasive facial rejuvenation using IPL and fractional laser.
• Provides ozone therapy and mesenchymal stem cell treatments.
• Clinical experience in treating psoriasis and vitiligo with UV light phototherapy.

Dr. Omer Alyan is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve surgery and complex vascular stenting. Dr. Alyan previously served as the Cardiology Clinic Supervisor at Private Veni Vidi Hospital. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high-contrast PET-CT and cardiovascular surgery.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and heart cryoablation.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial angioplasty with stenting.
• Treats conditions including atrial fibrillation, arrhythmia, and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Practice includes aneurysm coiling and endovenous radiofrequency ablation (EVRF).

Dr. Guven Sadi Sunam is a thoracic surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in chest diagnostics and complex thoracic conditions. Dr. Sunam completed his medical training and thoracic surgery residency at Selçuk University. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 600,000 patients annually.

• Performs CT scans of the thoracic and abdominal cavities.
• Conducts tumor marker blood tests for cancer screening.
• Provides specialized care for complex chest and lung disorders.
• Uses advanced PET-CT technology for five-minute full-body scans.

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.

Dr. Giuseppe Speziale is a cardiac surgeon specializing in minimally invasive valve surgery at Ospedale Santa Maria. He is the National Coordinator of Cardiac Surgery for GVM Care & Research. Dr. Speziale earned the Top Doctors Award for his surgical expertise. He co-founded the Mitral Academy to improve restorative heart surgery techniques.

• Specializes in mitral valve repair and thoracic aortic surgery.
• Performs both on-pump and off-pump myocardial revascularization.
• Author of over 90 scientific publications in journals like the European Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS).

Dr. Krishna Subramony Iyer has performed over 10,000 surgeries for congenital heart diseases. He pioneered pediatric cardiac care in Northern India at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute. Dr. Iyer performed the first successful rapid two-stage arterial switch in India. He specializes in treating newborns and malnourished infants with complex heart conditions.

• Completed a fellowship at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne.
• Served as an Additional Professor at AIIMS in New Delhi.
• Expert in double switch operations and Fontan procedures.
• Active member of the 'Gift of Life' program by Rotary International.

Dr. Yilmaz Yozgat is a pediatric cardiologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating children with complex heart conditions and vascular diseases. Dr. Yozgat trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He manages cases of hypertension, arrhythmia, and dilated cardiomyopathy in young patients.

• Expertise includes pulmonary hypertension and coronary artery disease in children.
• Performs diagnostic heart check-ups, exercise tests, and carotid artery ultrasounds.
• Former faculty member at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine.
• Works at a center with 21 intensive care units dedicated to newborns.

Prof. Justyna Domienik-Karłowicz, MD, PhD, is a physician with many years of experience in the care of people with severe obesity, including bariatric patients. She provides care at every stage of treatment. This includes diagnosis, surgical qualification, postoperative care, and long-term support.

She is a recognized expert in obesity treatment. She trains physicians through training sessions and workshops on current methods. She often speaks at conferences of the Polish Cardiac Society and the Polish Society of Hypertension. She also takes part in meetings for people with obesity. Her work helps improve standards of bariatric care in Poland.

Dr. Emrah Ozdemir is an interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed thousands of procedures, focusing on radial angiography and complex coronary interventions. Dr. Ozdemir trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a recognized reference center for cardiology in Turkey. He treats conditions like atherosclerosis, hypertension, and arrhythmia using non-surgical techniques.

• Expertise in transradial angiography, performing procedures through the patient's arm.
• Treats challenging coronary and peripheral vascular cases.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University 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.