Specializations
Coronary Artery Diseases (Cardiovascular Occlusion, Heart Attack)
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)
Heart Valve Diseases
Rhythm Disorders (Arrhythmias)
Coronary, Angiography and Intervention
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
• Certification from the Mexican Board of Internal Medicine
Valid from January 20th, 2020 – January 20th, 2025
Certificate No. #00752-R20
• Diploma in Hospital Administration and Health Services
Instituto Politecnico Nacional, 2015
• Residency in Internal Medicine
Universidad de Guadalajara, 2006 - 2010
Hospital Civil “Dr. Juan I. Menchaca” (Civil Hospital)
Professional License #6745625
• Medical Surgeon and Obstetrician
Universidad de Guadalajara, 2000 – 2004
Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud (Health Sciences
University Center) Professional License #5192385
SKILLS
• Ability to make accurate and detailed diagnoses
• Development and adjustment of personalized treatment plans
• Mastery of pharmacology and current medical therapies
• Lead and coordinate medical teams in hospital settings
WORK EXPERIENCE
Internist
YeahSmile, Cancun, 2021 - Present
• Conduct detailed preoperative evaluations of patients undergoing dental procedures, identifying and mitigating potential medical risks.
• Collaborate closely with dentists and other specialists to plan and coordinate patient medical care.
• Monitor patients' overall health before, during, and after dental procedures to ensure safe and efficient recovery.
• Develop and adjust personalized treatment plans based on individual medical conditions and preoperative evaluation results.
General Director
Hospital Medica Cancun, 2024 - Present
• Oversee all hospital operations, ensuring the highest patient care and safety standards.
Medical Deputy Director
Hope4Cancer Cancun, 2020 - Present
• Coordinate clinical staff and ensure compliance with health regulations and standards.
• Implement and monitor quality improvement programs to optimize patient outcomes.
Medical Director
Hospital Victoria Medical Cancun (Hospital Azura), 2014
• Direct all clinical operations, oversee patient care and manage hospital administration.
• Develop protocols and procedures to ensure high-quality medical services.
Attending Physician
Hospital Victoria Medical Cancun (Hospital Azura), 2013
• Intensive Care Unit. Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Attending Physician
Hospital Galenia Cancun, 2010
• Intensive Care Unit. Monitor and manage patient progress, adjusting treatments as necessary.
Attending Physician
Hospital General Regional del IMSS No. 17 Cancun, 2010 - Present
• Internal Medicine and Intensive Care Unit. Provide comprehensive care in internal medicine.
Medical Interests and Activities
Cardiac Rhythm Disorders
Pacemaker Implantations
Electrophsiology and Catheter Ablation
Atrial Fibrilation Atration
Resynchronisation Therapy (Pacemaker) for Heart Failure
Coronary Artery Interventional Therapies (Angiography, Balon – Stent Procedures)
Education and Experience
Department of Cardiology, Liv Hospital, Ulus
Department of Cardiology, Anadolu Health Center
Department of Electrophysiology, University of Leipzig – Heart Center, Germany • Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Surgery Center
Faculty of Medicine, İstanbul University Memberships • Turkish Society of Cardiology
European Society of Cardiology
Memberships
Turkish Society of Cardiology
European Society of Cardiology
Researches and Publications
International: 16
National: 20
Book Chapters: 4
Dr. Batur Gonenc Kanar is a leading cardiologist with training from top European centers. He studied at the Paris Institute of Cardiology, Hôpital Privé Jacques Cartier in France, and Royal Brampton & Harefield Hospital in the UK. He specializes in advanced electrophysiology. His expertise includes 3D-mapping-guided ablation for atrial fibrillation, catheter ablation, pacemaker implantation, ICD, and CRT therapy.
Dr. Kanar currently practices at Liv Hospital Vadi Istanbul. He brings international experience to Turkey and has performed over 1,000 electrophysiology and interventional procedures. He represents Türkiye at the European Heart Rhythm Association. He is also an active member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Cardiology Association. Dr. Kanar ensures his patients have access to the latest advances in cardiac care.
Education Dr. Castriota graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Milan. He continued his postgraduate training at the University of Bologna where he obtained two specializations: the first one in Cardiology in 1992 and then in Radiology. From 1995 to 1996 he spent a period as a Fellow in the "Arizona Heart Institute" under the supervision of Professor Diethrich.
Research Dr. Castriota is an active member of some scientific societies, such as SIRM (Italian Society of Medical Radiology), Fellow of the Scientific College of the Italian Society of Invasive Cardiology (GISE), Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC), European Cardiovascular Interventional Society (EAPCI) and of ISES, International Society of Endovascular Specialist. He is the principal investigator of a recent Protected TAVR study, aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of a particular device for brain protection during aortic valve replacement surgery using the TAVI endovascular method.
Publications He is a member of the International Editorial Board of Eurointervention, speaker and chairman for the execution of live cases in national and international conferences.
Author of about 150 full-length publications
Author of over 20 chapters in specialized volumes
Awards: NHMRC Career Development Fellowship, Australian National Health and Medical Research Council, 2015.
Senior Cardiologist | Pioneer in Non-Invasive Heart Disease Treatment
Over 40 Years of Experience in Cardiology
Dr. Ratanapunt Incharoensakdi is one of Thailand’s foremost cardiologists, renowned for his leadership in advancing non-invasive treatments for heart disease. With more than four decades of experience, Dr. Ratanapunt has served at two of Thailand’s leading hospitals — Bangkok Hospital and Bumrungrad International Hospital — where he has helped shape modern cardiac care in the region. His dedication to innovation, research, and patient-centered care has earned him national and international recognition.
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand
Board Certifications:
Thai Board of Internal Medicine
Thai Board of Cardiology
Cardiology Fellowship – Kyoto University, Japan (1985)
Advanced Cardiology Training – University of Hamburg, Germany (1987)
Founder and Senior Cardiologist – Bangkok Heart Center, Bangkok Hospital (Since 1988)
Senior Cardiologist – Bangkok Hospital (Over 35 Years)
Senior Cardiologist – Bumrungrad International Hospital
Dr. Ratanapunt established Bangkok Hospital’s Heart Center, Thailand's first specialized heart center in 1988 and has contributed extensively to the expansion of both invasive and non-invasive cardiac services in Thailand.
Non-Invasive Cardiology Treatments; including Stem Cell
Preventive Cardiology
Management of Coronary Artery Disease (Interventionist Cardiology)
Echocardiography and Stress Testing
Cardiac Rehabilitation and Holistic Revitalization Programs
Pioneer in introducing non-invasive heart disease treatments in Thailand
Founder of Bangkok Heart Center’s multidisciplinary cardiac programs
Thai (Native)
English (Fluent)
Dr. Gokhan Ertas is a Professor of Cardiology. He has broad experience in ischemic heart disease, cardiac arrhythmias, and heart failure. He specializes in advanced interventional cardiology procedures, including coronary angiography, stent placement, and percutaneous valve interventions such as TAVI and MitraClip. Dr. Ertas is skilled in both diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. These include 3D echocardiography, CT coronary angiography, and various cardiac catheterization methods.
Dr. Ertas earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his cardiology residency at Kocaeli University. In 2020, he became a Professor of Cardiology. He has worked as a Cardiology Specialist and Chief Assistant in top hospitals in Turkey. Dr. Ertas also completed a research fellowship at the Thorax Center, ErasmusMC in the Netherlands.
Professor Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a respected Pediatric Cardiologist known for his skill in advanced heart procedures. He became an Associate Professor in 2011. In 2017, he was promoted to Professor. This shows his expertise and leadership in pediatric cardiology. Dr. Zeybek has performed many complex surgeries, such as heart valve replacements, open heart operations, and interventional procedures. His work has helped improve outcomes for children with heart conditions.
He has published many scientific articles and given several presentations. This shows his dedication to improving pediatric heart care. Dr. Zeybek’s qualifications and academic success make him a leading expert in his field.
Born in Ankara in 1980, he received his primary and secondary education in Artvin, his hometown. He graduated from Inebolu High School in 1997 and started studying at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine the same year. He received his Medical Doctor degree in 2003 and ranked high in the medical specialization exam the same year.
He started his cardiology specialization education in the Department of Cardiology at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine and became a cardiology specialist in 2008.
He served as an interventional cardiologist in Rize Education and Research Hospital during his mandatory service.
He worked in the field of electrophysiology with Prof. Dr. Remzi Karaoğuz at Ankara Güven Hospital. He became an Associate Professor in January 2014 and a Professor in 2023.
Throughout his academic career, he has published many scientific publications that have been published nationally and internationally and have received high citations. He provides patent and consultancy services for medical engineering in addition to clinical medical education and treatment services. He is a member of national and international scientific societies. He is currently working in interventional cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology fields in the Cardiology Clinic at Ankara Koru Çukurambar Hospital.
His medical interests include:
Cardiac electrophysiological (EPS) study and ablation therapy
Implantation and follow-up of cardiac pacemakers
Interventional Cardiology
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. Savini works at the Cardiac Surgery Department at the Maria Cecilia Hospital, as one of the main specialists, with an international background. He worked for the best European institutions for cardiology as Staff Surgeon, such as the Civil Hospital in Guadalajara, Mexico; at the Vall d’Hebron Hospital, Barcelona, Spain and at the St. Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, Holland; at the San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy and at the OLV Hospital, Aalst, Belgium.
Prof. Savini specializes in Mitral restorative surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Percutaneous aortic valve, Thoracic Aortic Surgery, Atrial Fibrillation Surgery, Cardiac Transplant and Decompensation Surgery, and extracorporeal circulation and myocardial protection.
In 1994 Prof. Savini graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Bologna with full marks, where he later specialized in Cardiac Surgery with a thesis in Myocardial protection. In 2017 he completed a PhD research in the field of Surgical Treatment of Aortic Valve Stenosis – Role of new technologies.
He works as Associate Professor at Alma Mater Studiorum - University of Bologna
His scientific interest is focused on Mitral restorative surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Percutaneous aortic valve, Disompensation Surgery and Extracorporeal circulation and myocardial protection.
Member of scientific societies:
Prof. Savini is author and co-author of several publications in the field of coronary artery and thoracic aortic diseases, aortic valve repair treatment and replacement, all available on the Website of the National Library of Medicine
Dr. Engin Bozkurt is a Professor of Medicine who specializes in Cardiology. He graduated from Erzurum Atatürk University School of Medicine in 1991. He completed his cardiology residency in 1997. Dr. Bozkurt has founded and led Cardiology Departments at Rize University and Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University.
He has over 30 years of experience in clinical care and academic work. Dr. Bozkurt has made important contributions to cardiology practice and education in Turkey. He currently works at Medicana International Hospital in Ankara. He is known for his leadership, high standards in patient care, and his work in medical research and training.
Senior Medical Director
American Clinic, Demarest · Full-time
May 2024 – Present · 8 mos
Thailand
CEO
Imperium Bio@Capital
Aug 2021 – Present · 3 yrs 5 mos
Dubai, UAE
General Director
R&D Company “Innovation Endovascular Technologies,” Skolkovo
2020 – Present · 5 yrs
General Manager
IMA Haddassah University Hospital Health Plus, Middle East
Dec 2020 – Oct 2021 · 11 mos
Chief Physician and Medical Director
Hadassah Medical Moscow, Skolkovo
Aug 2019 – Aug 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo
Moscow, Russia