Prof. Kenan Aburrahman Kara

Assoc. Prof. Kenan Aburrahman Kara, MD, is a distinguished cardiovascular and pediatric cardiovascular surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. A graduate of Ege University Medical School, he further honed his expertise through extensive training in both adult and pediatric cardiac surgery, including heart transplantation, at prestigious institutions in Milan, Italy.

His professional journey includes crucial roles at some of Turkey's leading hospitals such as Yeditepe University Hospital, Acıbadem Aile Hospital, and Hisar Intercontinental Hospital. He has notably contributed to the development of surgical techniques, particularly in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and pediatric heart interventions.

He has an impressive academic portfolio with more than 55 published papers in reputed journals and has presented numerous cases at international congresses. Dr. Kara’s areas of excellence include complex congenital heart surgeries, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repairs, and heart transplantations.

He holds certifications in transplant coordination and has been recognized for his contributions to heart surgery innovations, including modified sternal closure techniques. His memberships include participation in various international cardiovascular and thoracic surgery societies.

• MD, Ege University Medical School, Izmir, Turkey
• Specialized training in Pediatric, Adult Cardiac Surgery, and Heart Transplantation at University of Milan, Multimedica Hospital, and Ospedale Niguarda Ca’ Granda, Italy
• Certificate in Transplant Coordination (2019)

• Congenital Heart Defects
• Coronary Artery Disease
• Heart Valve Disorders
• Heart Aneurysms
• Peripheral Artery Disease
• Deep Vein Thrombosis
• Aortic Aneurysm
• Heart Transplant Cases
• Paget-Schroetter Syndrome
• Ebstein’s Anomaly

• ASD Closure Surgery
• Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
• Heart Valve Replacement
• Mitral Valve Replacement
• VSD Closure Surgery
• Heart Transplantation
• Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
• Endovascular Repair of Aneurysms
• Surgical Repair of Congenital Heart Defects
• Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) management
• Vascular Access Surgery
• Pulmonary Embolism Surgery