Hello world!
Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing!
4TS Top to Toe Transcatheter Solutions Conference 2025
4TS Top to Toe Transcatheter Solutions Conference 2025
Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing!
Interventional Cardiologist, Structural & Endovascular Consultant
Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center
Houston, Texas USA
Dr. Almanfi is a triple board-certified interventional cardiologist and structural and endovascular consultant at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston, Texas. As the Owner and CEO of Houston CardioVascular Care PLLC, he specializes in managing complex cardiac and vascular conditions using advanced, minimally invasive technologies. He completed his medical degree at Al-Arab Medical University in Libya and trained in a fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine’s Texas Heart Institute. Dr. Almanfi is experienced with trans-catheter therapies, including TAVR, MitraClip, Watchman LAAC, and PFO/ASD closures, as well as minimally invasive treatments for complex aortic diseases like EVAR and TEVAR.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Bahro is an Interventional Cardiologist based in Jackson, MS, affiliated with King's Daughters Medical Center and multiple Merit Health facilities, including Central, Madison, Rankin, River Oaks, and River Region. He specializes in treating conditions such as Atherosclerosis of the Aorta and Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), among other conditions at varying frequencies.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Zubaidi is a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi. He earned his MBBS degree and completed a cardiology fellowship at the University of British Columbia, Canada.
With extensive experience, including internships at Ministry of Health-approved hospitals and a residency in Internal Medicine, he has developed expertise in interventional cardiology. Dr. Zubaidi holds Level 3 Accreditation in Cardiac CT Performance and Interpretation, achieved during his fellowship at British Columbia Hospital.
His career reflects a strong commitment to advancing cardiovascular care through both academic contributions and clinical excellence.
This will close in 0 seconds
Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine, Chief Editor, Emirates Medical Journal
Vice President, Gulf Intervention Society
General Secretary, Emirates Cardiac Society
Vice President, Asia Pacific Cardiology
UAE
Prof. Dr. Abdulla Shehab has 25 years of experience in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, and medical education. He has numerous professional affiliations, including serving as the Immediate Past President of the Emirates Society of Cardiology. He is currently the General Secretary of the Emirates Cardiac Society and the Vice President of the Gulf Intervention Society. Prof. Dr. Shehab is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (UK), the American College of Physicians, the European Society of Cardiology, the American College of Cardiology, the American Society of Cardiac Intervention, and the American Heart Association.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Ahmad Hallak is a cardiologist in Metairie, Louisiana, and is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Head of Department
Al Zahra Hospital Dubai
UAE
Dr. Elsokkary is a consultant interventional cardiologist with more than 20 years of experience in the field. He completed his training in cardiology and interventional cardiology at a military medical academy and has extensive training in Cardiac Catheterization Lab & Interventional Cardiology, coronary angiograms, and angioplasty. Over 10,000 coronary interventions have been performed by Dr. Elsokkary, and he is an expert in Echo and transesophageal Echo.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Emirates Hospital Jumeirah
UAE
Dr. Allam Alkowatli, recognized as a leading Interventional Cardiologist at Emirates Hospital Dubai, brings extensive expertise from his American Board certifications and distinguished practice in the USA. He completed advanced Fellowship training at William Beaumont Hospital and the University of Alabama, specializing in coronary and peripheral interventions. With a remarkable record of over 4,500 diagnostic angiographies and 3,200 interventions, Dr. Alkowatli remains at the forefront of interventional cardiology. His contributions to research and publications further highlight his commitment to advancing the field and delivering exceptional patient care.
This will close in 0 seconds
President, Advanced Cardiovascular Care Center, Specialist Cardiologist
German Heart Center, Prime Hospital, Houston
USA
Based in Houston, Texas, Dr. Varughese serves as Chief of Cardiovascular Services at North Houston Family Medicine and The Woodlands Specialty Hospital. In Dubai, she is a visiting Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at PRIME Hospital and a Specialist Cardiologist at a highly reputed Heart Centre. Dr. Varughese holds an adjunct professorship at Baylor University, Texas, USA, and has been recognized for her expertise in preventive cardiology, women and heart disease, and the prevention and reversal of vascular disease and diabetes. She is board-certified in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, and nuclear cardiology.
This will close in 0 seconds
Professor of Cardiology, CEO & Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Sharjah University, Al Qassimi Hospital, Sharjah
UAE
Dr. Arif has been the CEO of Al Qassimi Hospital, Sharjah, UAE, since 2009, Head of the Cardiac Cath Lab since 2004, and Head of the Cardiac Centre since 2012. He is a member of the UAE National Committee working towards reducing cardiovascular mortality under the Emirates National Vision 2021 (since May 2016). Additionally, he serves as an Associate Professor of Cardiology at the University of Sharjah (since September 2018) and is pursuing a PhD in Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Belgrade, Serbia (since 2018).
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Al Qassimi Hospital, Sharjah
Associate Professor at DIU
UAE
This will close in 0 seconds
Interventional Cardiologist, Department of Cardiology, Division of Internal Medicine
MD Anderson Cancer Center
USA
Cezar A. Iliescu is an interventional cardiologist in the Department of Cardiology, Division of Internal Medicine. His clinical and research interests include vascular biology in cancer patients, endovascular treatments for chronic thrombocytopenia, physiologic assessment of coronary stenosis, and the management of radiation-induced cardiovascular disease.
This will close in 0 seconds
Director of Intravascular Imaging, Director of Vascular and Intravascular Core Lab
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School
USA
Dr. Diaa Hakkim is an Interventional Cardiologist and Director of the Vascular and Intravascular Imaging Core Laboratory at Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard Medical School. He is also a Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine. He is board certified in Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Imaging, and Cardiac CT.
This will close in 0 seconds
Clinical Professor of Medicine, Director, Interventional Cardiology
George Washington University, Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center
USA
Dr. Fayaz Shawl is the Director of Interventional Cardiology at Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center in Silver Spring, Maryland, and a Clinical Professor of Medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, D.C., USA. A pioneer in interventional cardiology, Dr. Shawl performed the first angioplasty at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in 1981 and has since completed over 20,000 angioplasty procedures, placing him among the world’s leading interventionalists.
This will close in 0 seconds
Senior Consultant in Interventional Cardiology, Head of Department of Cardiology
NMC Royal Hospital, Sharjah
UAE
Dr. Fekry Fathy Eldeeb is a distinguished senior consultant interventional cardiologist at Fakeeh University Hospital, with over 30 years of expertise in cardiology. Throughout his career, Dr. Eldeeb has held key leadership roles and contributed his expertise across multiple countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Canada, the USA, and the Netherlands.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi; Clinical Professor, Department of Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University; Vice President Arabian Gulf Chapter - ISEVS
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Arabian Gulf Chapter - ISEVS
UAE
Francesco Serino, MD, is a Staff Physician in the Heart & Vascular Institute at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Serino worked at the Istituto Dermopatico Immacolata IRCCS in Rome, Italy, where he held multiple roles and established the Endovascular Program, which he later directed. The program pioneered several procedures, including aortic endograft surgery, hybrid endo bypass surgery, and gene therapy. The center also performed the first AneuRX graft implant in the country and launched the first clinical research program on therapeutic angiogenesis. He also set up one of the most active centers on diabetic foot revascularization and limb salvage, performing innovative techniques such as laser endarterectomy, absorbable stent technology, and crioplasty.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Medical Oncologist & Consultant Clinical Hematologist
King's College Hospital, Dubai
UAE
Dr. Hassan Ghazal is an American Board-certified Consultant Medical Oncologist and Clinical Hematologist at King’s College Hospital, UAE, with over 30 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from the American University of Beirut and completed residencies in Internal Medicine in the United States, achieving board certifications in Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, and Hematology.
This will close in 0 seconds
Professor of Cardiology & Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Tadawi Healthcare
UAE
Dr. Hussien Heshmat is a Consultant in Interventional Cardiology at Al Tadawi Medical Centre and a Professor of Cardiology at Cairo University. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, the European Society of Cardiology, and the Society of Cardiac Angiographers and Interventionists. With over 5,000 interventional procedures performed, Dr. Heshmat is a highly experienced cardiologist currently practicing in the UAE.
This will close in 0 seconds
President and Chief Scientific Officer
Zhittya Genesis Medicine, Inc.
USA
Jack Jacobs is the President and Chief Scientific Officer of Zhittya Genesis Medicine, Inc., based in Las Vegas, Nevada. With over 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry, he has extensive expertise in overseeing drug manufacturing operations and the design and execution of preclinical animal trials and US FDA-authorized clinical trials. Jack Jacobs founded the Department of Biological Chemistry at Merck and served for 15 years as the Chief Science Officer of CardioVascular BioTherapeutics, Inc.
This will close in 0 seconds
Section Head - Interventional Cardiology; Director - Interventional Cardiology Research
John Ochsner Heart & Vascular Institute, The Ochsner Clinical School
USA
Dr. James Stephen Jenkins is an experienced Interventional Cardiologist based in New Orleans, Louisiana. He serves as the Section Head and Director of Interventional Cardiology Research at the John Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute, part of Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Jenkins is also an associate professor of medicine at the University of Queensland-Ochsner Clinical School. His expertise spans coronary, peripheral, and structural interventions, including procedures on the mitral, tricuspid, aortic, and carotid valves, as well as venous interventions. Dr. Jenkins is actively involved in cardiovascular research, collaborating with LSU and Tulane University. He holds board certifications in Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology, and Endovascular Intervention.
This will close in 0 seconds
Associate Professor of Surgery, Department of Vascular Surgery; Co-Director of MedStar Complex Aortic Center
Georgetown University College of Medicine
USA
Javairiah Fatima, MD, a Professor of Surgery, and a Distinguished Fellow of the Society of Vascular Surgery, serves as the Co-Director of the Complex Aortic Center at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and Site Director of the MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. She also serves as the co-editor of the thoracic section of the Endovascular Today Journal. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Fatima performs the whole spectrum of vascular surgery-- both open and endovascular procedures including treatment of mesenteric disease, peripheral vascular disease, and carotid disease, among others. She specializes in open and endovascular aortic surgeries, aortic dissections, and fenestrated aortic aneurysm repair surgery (FEVAR).
This will close in 0 seconds
Head of the Medical Department II - Cardiology and Angiology
Sana Hospitals Lübeck
Germany
Prof Joachim Weil is the Head of the Medical Department II - Cardiology and Angiology of the Sana Hospitals Lübeck. As a modern competence center, the Department of Cardiology and Angiology offers highly specialized medical services in addition to cardiological care. In addition, Sana Hospitals Lübeck cooperates closely with the University Hospital of Schleswig-Holstein. Professor Joachim Weil is one of Germany's renowned experts in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and has received the Focus Award "TOP Physician - Hypertension" several times. He has longstanding experience especially in the field of renal denervation and is head of the clinical research group.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
King's College Hospital London, Dubai
UAE
Dr. Jose Carlos Moreno Samos is a Spanish and European certified Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at King's College Hospital London Dubai, with extensive clinical experience. He is also a consultant physician at University Hospital Virgen de la Victoria in Malaga, Spain. Prior to his current roles, Dr. Moreno Samos worked at University Hospital of Ceuta, University Hospital of Salamanca, and University Hospital of Jaen in Spain. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Moreno Samos serves as a medical expert in cardiovascular medical devices and is the Chair of the Prosthetic Valves Subgroup at the European Medicines Agency (EMA).
This will close in 0 seconds
Associate Professor of Medicine
Ochsner Clinic Foundation
USA
Dr. Jose D. Tafur Soto, MD, is an accomplished interventional cardiologist and Associate Professor at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans. He specializes in structural heart disease interventions, including complex coronary procedures, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), and peripheral arterial interventions. Dr. Tafur completed his medical education at Universidad del Valle in Colombia, followed by residency and fellowship training in cardiology at Ochsner. He holds multiple certifications, including those in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, and Interventional Cardiology.
This will close in 0 seconds
President & CEO; Professor of Medicine (Adjunct); Professor of Medicine
Texas Heart Institute, Duke University, Baylor College of Medicine
USA
The Texas Heart Institute's President and Chief Executive Officer, Joseph G. Rogers, MD, is a cardiologist and an Adjunct Professor in the Division of Cardiology at Duke University. He is an internationally recognized and widely published thought leader in heart failure, heart transplantation, and mechanically assisted circulation. Dr. Rogers is passionate about value-based care initiatives, the delivery and implementation of care management and population health strategies. Dr. Rogers’ research focuses on clinical aspects of advanced heart failure, including pharmacologic and electrical treatments for systolic heart failure, the use of mechanical circulatory support devices, cardiac transplantation, and palliative care.
This will close in 0 seconds
Associate Professor of Radiology
The University of Texas Medical Branch
USA
This will close in 0 seconds
Head of the Cardiovascular Department
King's College Hospital, Dubai
UAE
Dr. Mehmood Butt is Head of the Cardiovascular department, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at King’s College Hospital Dubai, Professor of Cardiology at Gulf Medical University (UAE), and Clinical Professor of Preventive Cardiology at the University of South Wales (UK). Dr. Mehmood Butt received his postgraduate training in Birmingham, South Wales, and Oxford, UK. He is a CCT-certified specialist from the General Medical Council in Cardiovascular Medicine and Interventional Cardiology. He carries nearly 25 years of experience in cardiac disease management, having worked at world-renowned hospitals such as John Radcliffe Hospital Oxford and University Hospital Wales, Cardiff. While he has performed thousands of heart procedures during his career, he has a special interest in treating patients with multiple blockages, severe calcification of coronary arteries, patients who declined bypass surgery, and those looking for a stent as an option or patients too sick for cardiac surgery. He is one of the leading UAE experts in the use of state-of-the-art techniques such as Coronary Shockwave Therapy and Orbital Atherectomy. He also has a keen interest in structural interventions such as TAVI/TAVR and PFO closure.
This will close in 0 seconds
Director of the Catheterization Laboratory
King Fahd Armed Forces Hospital Jeddah
Saudi Arabia
Dr. Mirvat Alasnag is the Director of the Catheterization Laboratory at King Fahad Armed Forces Hospital in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. She was the first female interventional cardiologist in the Gulf region and has since represented women on multiple medical committees, including the Saudi Arabian Cardiac Interventional Society Board & the EAPCI Women’s Steering Committee. She is the current ACCWIC International Working Group Chair and an SCAI WIN member.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
American Hospital Dubai
UAE
Dr. Mohammad Zaidan is a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at the American Hospital Dubai, joining the institution in December 2023. He is a highly skilled interventional cardiologist with over a decade of experience in advanced cardiovascular interventions in the USA. Dr. Zaidan holds American Board certifications in Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology, and Endovascular Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency training in Michigan, USA, where he was elected as Chief Medical Resident. He further honed his expertise by completing fellowships in Cardiovascular Medicine and Interventional Cardiology/Endovascular Medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Michigan.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Honorary Senior Lecturer
Freeman Hospital Tertiary Center, Newcastle University
UK
Dr. Mohaned Egred is a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Freeman Hospital, Newcastle, and an Honorary Senior Lecturer at Newcastle University. With extensive experience in cardiology and cardiovascular disease, Dr. Egred specializes in percutaneous coronary intervention, including complex coronary interventions and chronic total occlusions. In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Egred has a significant focus on percutaneous mitral valve interventions, contributing to advancements in the field of interventional cardiology.
This will close in 0 seconds
Professor, Medicine - Cardiology
Baylor College of Medicine
USA
Dr. Neil Strickman serves as a Professor of Medicine in the Cardiology Division at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, USA. Renowned for his expertise in cardiology, Dr. Strickman has made significant contributions to clinical practice and medical education. He is actively involved in advancing the understanding and treatment of cardiovascular conditions, with a focus on heart disease management. Dr. Strickman's research in cardiology has been instrumental in shaping innovative approaches to patient care and enhancing outcomes in the field.
This will close in 0 seconds
Academic Faculty, Department of Surgery
King Saud University
Saudi Arabia
Dr. Omamah Almousa is an academic scholar in the Department of Surgery at King Saud University, Saudi Arabia. She is currently pursuing her residency in vascular surgery at McMaster University, following two years of general surgery residency training at the University of Toronto. Dr. Almousa has completed a fellowship in Simulation for Leadership and Healthcare Education at the University of British Columbia, where she also earned a Master’s Degree in the Science of Surgery. Her academic and clinical journey reflects a commitment to advancing surgical education and expertise in vascular surgery.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Head of Cardiovascular Department
King’s College Hospital London, ISEVS (Gulf Chapter), Baylor University, MBRU
UAE
Dr. Omar Kamel Hallak is the Head of the Cardiovascular Department at King’s College Hospital, Dubai, and a Clinical Professor at Baylor University, Texas, USA. He also serves as the President (Gulf Chapter) of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists (ISEVS). Additionally, Dr. Hallak is the Chairman of the prestigious 4TS International Conference and was formerly the Chief Interventional Cardiologist at the American Hospital Dubai. Dr. Hallak’s extensive post-graduate training and research were conducted at leading institutions in the United States, including the University of Illinois at Chicago, Northwestern University, and Louisiana State University in New Orleans. He holds American Board certifications in multiple specialties: Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Vascular Medicine, Endovascular Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, and Internal Medicine.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
Turkey
Dr. Omer Goktekin is a Cardiology Specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, renowned for his extensive expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cardiovascular diseases. With a dedication to delivering high-quality patient care, Dr. Goktekin employs the latest innovations and advancements in cardiology to enhance patient outcomes. His commitment to staying at the forefront of medical knowledge underscores his passion for improving the lives of those with cardiovascular conditions.
This will close in 0 seconds
Cardiology Fellow
Kettering Medical Center
USA
Dr. Osama Hallak, MD, is a Cardiology Fellow at Kettering Medical Center in the United States. Previously serving as a senior medical resident at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, Dr. Hallak is dedicated to advancing the field of cardiology through minimally invasive interventions. His goal is to improve patient outcomes by combining cutting-edge techniques with compassionate care.
This will close in 0 seconds
Professor - Dept of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Baylor College of Medicine
USA
Dr. Ourania Preventza, MD, MBA, FACS, is a distinguished leader in cardiothoracic surgery. She currently serves as Chief of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Virginia and Co-Director of the Heart and Vascular Service Line at UVA Health in Charlottesville, Virginia. Previously, Dr. Preventza was an Attending Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center and Professor of Surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Cardiologist
Manoria Heart & Critical Care Hospital
India
Dr. Prof. P. C. Manoria is the Director of Manoria Heart and Critical Care Hospital in Bhopal, India. A distinguished cardiologist, he is a past National President of the Cardiological Society of India and the Association of Physicians of India. Dr. Manoria earned his MD in Medicine and DM in Cardiology from PGIMER, Chandigarh, excelling in both on his first attempts. He previously served as Professor and Head of the Department of Cardiology at Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal, before taking voluntary retirement in 1998. With 74 publications in esteemed national and international journals, Dr. Manoria continues to be a highly respected authority in his field.
This will close in 0 seconds
Program Director - Vascular Surgery Fellowship
UPSTATE Medical Center
USA
Dr. Palma Shaw is a Professor of Surgery at the State University of New York and a member of the Division of Vascular Surgery at Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse, NY. She serves as Program Director of the Vascular Fellowship, Director of the Venous Program, and leads the Limb Preservation Program. Dr. Shaw holds an Executive MBA and completed her General Surgery training at Saint Vincent's Medical Center, followed by a Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Fellowship at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. A Visiting Research Fellow under Dr. Frank Veith at Montefiore Medical Center, she is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a Distinguished Fellow of the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS), and Secretary General of the World Federation of Vascular Societies (WFVS). Dr. Shaw is President of the International Society for Endovascular Specialists, Treasurer of the Eastern Vascular Society, and has served as Vice President of the New England Society for Vascular Surgery. She is also a Member-at-large for the Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery and Co-Founder of the SVS Women’s Section.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Al Zahra Hospital Dubai
UAE
Dr. Rajeev Lochan is a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Al Zahra Hospital, Dubai, with over 30 years of experience as a consultant and department head at prominent institutions, including Medeor Hospital, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, and Batra Hospital in New Delhi. Dr. Lochan received advanced training at Middlesex Hospital, London, and served as a Lecturer of Cardiology at the University of Leicester. He has also held academic roles, including Assistant Professor of Cardiology at G.B. Pant Hospital and MA Medical College, Delhi. A distinguished professional, Dr. Lochan has delivered more than 50 presentations and published extensively in international and Indian conferences and journals, contributing significantly to the field of interventional cardiology.
This will close in 0 seconds
Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon
UT Physicians Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery – Texas Medical Center
USA
Dr. Rana O. Afifi, MD, is a fellowship-trained vascular and endovascular surgeon who provides expert, individualized care for various vascular conditions, ranging from the common to the complex. She serves as an Associate Professor of Vascular Surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. Dr. Afifi has authored numerous journal articles, abstracts, and book chapters on vascular surgery and aortic pathology topics. She has also presented sessions on vascular surgery and aortic pathologies at national and international conferences.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Cardiologist
USA
Dr. Stephen R. Ramee, a proud Army Brat, graduated with a B.A. in Political Science from Vanderbilt University in 1974 and an MS in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown in 1976. He earned his M.D. from George Washington University Medical School in 1980, graduating AOA. Dr. Ramee joined the U.S. Army in 1977, where he completed his residency and fellowship training at Letterman Army Medical Center from 1980 to 1985. He held several positions in the Army, ultimately serving as the Director of the Catheterization Laboratory at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in 1988. In 1988, Dr. Ramee moved to the Ochsner Clinic, alongside his three colleagues from Walter Reed—Drs. Chris White, Herman Price, and Tyrone Collins—to help rebuild the Cardiology Department at Ochsner.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Cardiologist and Head of Cardiology Dept.
Dubai London Hospital, UAE
Dr. Tamkeen Kinah is a Consultant Cardiologist at Dubai London Hospital, where he specializes in Clinical and Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine. He is also a certified Specialist Aeromedical Examiner. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Kinah holds several academic roles: Clinical Professor at Baylor University, Texas, USA; Adjunct Professor at Lincoln American University, South America; and Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Sharjah, School of Medicine. His broad expertise in both clinical care and medical education significantly contributes to cardiovascular health and academic excellence.
This will close in 0 seconds
Interventional Cardiologist, Ex-Minister of Health
Romania
Dr. Victor Costache is a renowned Romanian cardiovascular surgeon and academic. He has served as the Minister of Health in Romania and is widely recognized for his contributions to healthcare reform and his extensive medical expertise. Dr. Costache specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and has introduced advanced surgical techniques in Romania. In addition to his clinical work, he is actively involved in academic and research endeavors, contributing to the development of medical standards and education in the field of cardiovascular surgery.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Zulekha Hospital
UAE
Dr. Waleed Kadro is a highly experienced Consultant Interventional Cardiologist practicing at Zulekha Hospital, UAE. With over two decades of expertise, Dr. Kadro has previously served as an interventional cardiac consultant at Washington Hospital in the United States for seven years. He has also spent ten years as a consultant interventional cardiologist at Cardiac Center Syria. In addition, Dr. Kadro served for six years as a consultant interventional cardiac physician at Sulaiman Habib & Specialized Medical Center in Saudi Arabia. He holds certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Medicine, Interventional Cardiology, and Heart Rhythm.
This will close in 0 seconds
Consultant Cardiologist
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib
UAE
Dr. Yahya Kiwan is a Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist with more than 35 years of experience in cardiology, particularly in interventional procedures. He is currently affiliated with Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital in Dubai and holds the distinction of being the only Regenerative Cardiologist in the UAE. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Kiwan serves as the international ambassador for the International Society for Endovascular Specialists (ISEVS) and is a board director for the American Board of Regenerative Medicine Cardiology program.
This will close in 0 seconds
Interventional Cardiologist Consultant
Clemenceau Medical Center Hospital, UAE
Dr. Yasir Parviz is a consultant interventional cardiologist with over 20 years of experience. He earned his MBBS from Ayub Medical College, Pakistan, and completed his PLAB from the General Medical Council, UK. Additionally, Dr. Parviz holds an MRCP(UK) from the Royal College of Physicians, London, and an MSc from the Open University of the UK. He has also completed the European Exam in General Cardiology from the Royal College of Physicians, London, and holds a postgraduate certificate in leadership from the NHS Institute of Innovation and Improvement. Dr. Parviz has completed a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in cardiology and internal medicine. His further qualifications include an Interventional Research Fellowship from Columbia University Medical Center, New York, an Interventional Fellowship from the University of Western Ontario, and an Interventional Fellowship from Sheffield Hallam University, UK. He specializes in the cardiovascular assessment of patients undergoing renal, liver, and pancreas transplants and is currently working at Clemenceau Medical Center Hospital in Dubai, UAE.
This will close in 0 seconds
Past President - ISEVS, Interventional Cardiology
Texas Heart Medical Group, USA
Dr. Krajcer is an interventional cardiologist at The Texas Heart Institute Center for Cardiovascular Care and a member of the professional staff at Texas Heart Institute. He is also an active member of the Texas Heart Institute Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, where he serves as part of the teaching staff, training the next generation of physician-scientists and interventional cardiologists.
An internationally recognized pioneer in his field, Dr. Krajcer is the immediate past President of the International Society for Endovascular Specialists (ISEVS), a role in which he advanced the global development of vascular and endovascular therapies.
Since 1996, Dr. Krajcer has been a key participant as both co-investigator and principal investigator in numerous clinical trials, particularly in the treatment of peripheral arterial disease, abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysms, and carotid artery stenosis. Some of the prominent trials he has been involved in include: Corvita AAA trial, Hemobahn Trial, AneuRx AAA Trial, AneuRx Thoracic trial, Wallgraft Trial, Carotid Wallstent Trial, Sapphire Carotid Stent Trial, BEECH Carotid Trial, Sapphire World Registry Trial, Archer Carotid Stent Trial, Choice Carotid Stent Trial, Capture I & II Carotid Stent Trials, Endologix EVAR Trials, Valor I and Valor II Trial, Captivia Thoracic Trial, Captivia Acute Dissection Trial, and Excluder Original Design vs. Low Permeability Design study.
This will close in 0 seconds
Coordinator, Vascular & Endovascular Services, Cardio-Vascular Department; Former President, Co-founder & Ambassador of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists
Clinique Val d'Or - Saint Cloud, The Vivalto Foundation Group, The Harley Health Village, France
Dr. Jacques Busquet is the coordinator of vascular and endovascular services in the cardio-vascular department at Clinique Chirurgicale Val d'Or – Saint Cloud, a prestigious private hospital in Paris, France, and a part of the Vivalto Foundation Group. In 1992, Dr. Busquet co-founded the International Society of Endovascular Specialists (ISEVS), where he has served as an executive board member and as the chairman of the international council. He was previously the President of ISEVS and currently holds the esteemed position of ISEVS International Ambassador. His leadership and contributions have significantly impacted the global advancement of vascular and endovascular therapies.
This will close in 0 seconds
Interventional Cardiologist
Ascension St. Vincent in Carmel, USA
Dr. James B. Hermiller is an interventional cardiologist at Ascension St. Vincent in Carmel, Indiana, and an assistant clinical professor of medicine at Duke University. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine and completed his cardiology training at Duke University. Dr. Hermiller directs the Interventional Cardiology Fellowship and Structural Heart Program at St. Vincent Ascension Heart Center. He is highly regarded for his expertise in structural heart disease, specializing in transcatheter valve replacement, mitral and tricuspid repair, and ASD/PFO closure. His contributions to numerous pivotal transcatheter therapy studies have been integral to the advancement of these treatments. Recognized as a Master Interventional Cardiologist by the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI), Dr. Hermiller is a leader in the field of interventional cardiology.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Omar Kamel Hallak is the Head of the Cardiovascular Department at King’s College Hospital, Dubai. He is also a Clinical Professor at Baylor University, Texas, USA, and serves as the President (Gulf Chapter) of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists. Dr. Hallak is the Chairman of the 4TS International Conference and was previously the Chief Interventional Cardiologist at American Hospital Dubai.
Dr. Hallak completed his post-graduate training and research in the United States at institutions such as the University of Illinois at Chicago, Northwestern University, and Louisiana State University in New Orleans. He is American Board Certified in multiple specialties, including Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Vascular Medicine, Endovascular Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, and Internal Medicine.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Krajcer is an interventional cardiologist at The Texas Heart Institute Center for Cardiovascular Care and a member of Texas Heart Institute’s Professional Staff. He is an active member of the Texas Heart Institute Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center teaching staff, training our next generation of physician-scientists and interventional cardiologists. His leadership and commitment to important international research and education collaborations is impacting the care of patients suffering from vascular diseases worldwide.
Dr. Krajcer is an internationally recognized pioneer in his field and is the immediate past President of the International Society for Endovascular Specialists dedicated to the advancement of vascular and endovascular therapies.
This will close in 0 seconds
Prof. Dr. Abdulla Shehab has 25 years of experience in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Interventional Cardiology, as well as in medical education. He has several professional affiliations and was the Immediate Past President of the Emirates Society of Cardiology. Currently, he serves as the General Secretary of the Emirates Cardiac Society and the Vice President of the Gulf Intervention Society.
Prof. Dr. Shehab is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, UK, a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology, a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, a Fellow of the American Society of Cardiac Intervention, and a Fellow of the American Heart Association.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Almanfi is a triple board-certified interventional cardiologist and structural and endovascular consultant at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston, Texas. As the Owner and CEO of Houston CardioVascular Care PLLC, he specializes in managing complex cardiac and vascular conditions using advanced, minimally invasive technologies. He completed his medical degree at Al-Arab Medical University in Libya and trained in a fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine’s Texas Heart Institute.
Dr. Almanfi is experienced with trans-catheter therapies, including TAVR, MitraClip, Watchman LAAC, and PFO/ASD closures, as well as minimally invasive treatments for complex aortic diseases like EVAR and TEVAR.
This will close in 0 seconds
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Arif has been the CEO of Al Qassimi Hospital, Sharjah, UAE, since 2009, Head of the Cardiac Cath Lab since 2004, and Head of the Cardiac Centre since 2012. He is a member of the UAE National Committee working towards reducing cardiovascular mortality under the Emirates National Vision 2021 (since May 2016).
Additionally, Dr. Arif serves as an Associate Professor of Cardiology at the University of Sharjah (since September 2018) and is pursuing a PhD in Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Belgrade, Serbia (since 2018).
This will close in 0 seconds
Francesco Serino, MD, is a Staff Physician in the Heart & Vascular Institute at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Serino worked at the Istituto Dermopatico Immacolata IRCCS in Rome, Italy, where he held multiple roles and established the Endovascular Program, which he later directed. The program pioneered several procedures, including aortic endograft surgery, hybrid endo bypass surgery, and gene therapy. The center also performed the first AneuRX graft implant in the country and launched the first clinical research program on therapeutic angiogenesis. Dr. Serino also set up one of the most active centers on diabetic foot revascularization and limb salvage, performing innovative techniques such as laser endarterectomy, absorbable stent technology, and crioplasty.
This will close in 0 seconds
Prof. Joachim Weil is the Head of the Medical Department II - Cardiology and Angiology of the Sana Hospitals Lübeck. As a modern competence center, the Department of Cardiology and Angiology offers highly specialized medical services in addition to cardiological care. In addition, Sana Hospitals Lübeck cooperates closely with the University Hospital of Schleswig-Holstein.
Professor Joachim Weil is one of Germany's renowned experts in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and has received the Focus Award "TOP Physician - Hypertension" several times. He has longstanding experience especially in the field of renal denervation and is head of the clinical research group.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. (Prof.) NarendraNath Khanna, MD, DM, MNAMS, FACC, FESC, FSCAI, FCCP, FAPSIC, FIMSA, FEISI, FICC, FIAMS, is Advisor to Apollo Group of Hospitals in India and is working as Senior Consultant in Cardiology & Coordinator of Vascular Services at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi. Considering his extraordinary contribution in the field of Medicine (Cardiology) and overall services towards the community at large, the Honorable Governor of UP has also appointed him Honorary Professor of Cardiology at LPS Institute of Cardiology, GSVM Medical College, Kanpur. He has worldwide recognition for his role and passion for “bringing the cutting-edge technology to India and to bring cardiac care to the reach of the common man.”
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Wael Al Mahmeed, MD, is a Staff Physician in the Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi.
Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Al Mahmeed served as Head of Cardiology at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC), Abu Dhabi. He was also the Deputy Chief Medical Officer during his time at SKMC.
Dr. Al Mahmeed received his medical degree from the University of Southampton, Southampton, England. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada and his fellowship in Cardiology and Echocardiography at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
This will close in 0 seconds
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Ahmad Hallak is a cardiologist in Metairie, Louisiana and is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center.
This will close in 0 seconds
Based in Houston, Texas, she serves as Chief of Cardiovascular Services at North Houston Family Medicine and The Woodlands Specialty Hospital. In Dubai, she is a visiting Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at PRIME Hospital and a Specialist Cardiologist at a highly reputed Heart Centre. Dr. Varughese holds an adjunct professorship at Baylor University, Texas, USA, and has been recognized for her expertise in preventive cardiology, women and heart disease, and the prevention and reversal of vascular disease and diabetes. She is board-certified in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, and nuclear cardiology.
This will close in 0 seconds
Javairiah Fatima, MD, a Professor of Surgery, and a Distinguished Fellow of the Society of Vascular Surgery, serves as the Co-Director of the Complex Aortic Center at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and Site Director of the MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. She also serves as the co-editor of the thoracic section of the Endovascular Today Journal.
As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Fatima performs the whole spectrum of vascular surgery-- both open and endovascular procedures including treatment of mesenteric disease, peripheral vascular disease, and carotid disease, among others. She specializes in open and endovascular aortic surgeries, aortic dissections, and fenestrated aortic aneurysm repair surgery (FEVAR).
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Jose Carlos Moreno Samos is a Spanish and European certified Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at King's College Hospital London Dubai, with extensive clinical experience. He is also a consultant physician at University Hospital Virgen de la Victoria in Malaga, Spain. Prior to his current roles, Dr. Moreno Samos worked at University Hospital of Ceuta, University Hospital of Salamanca, and University Hospital of Jaen in Spain.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Moreno Samos serves as a medical expert in cardiovascular medical devices and is the Chair of the Prosthetic Valves Subgroup at the European Medicines Agency (EMA).
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Layla Mohamed Al Marzooqi is a female cardiology specialist at King’s College Hospital Dubai, Associate Professor at Sharjah University and Adjunct Clinical Faculty at Dubai Medical College.
Dr. Layla graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland and obtained General Internal Medical Professional certificate from the same university in Ireland. Also, she has a master in Cardiovascular Rehabilitation from University of Chester – UK and graduated with distinction in her PhD course.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Omamah Almousa is currently a vascular surgery resident at McMaster University. She has successfully completed two years of general surgery residency training at the University of Toronto and a fellowship in Simulation for leadership and healthcare education at the University of British Columbia.
Dr Almousa is an academic scholar from the department of surgery at King Saud University in Saudi Arabia. She has completed her Masters Degree in Science of Surgery at the University of British Columbia.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Osama Hallak, MD, is a senior medical resident at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, IL, USA. His ultimate goal is to provide minimally invasive interventions for patients and contribute to advancements in the field.
This will close in 0 seconds
Rana O. Afifi, MD, is a fellowship-trained vascular and endovascular surgeon who provides expert, individualized care for various vascular conditions from the common to the complex.
She’s an associate professor of vascular surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth.
Afifi has authored many journal articles, abstracts, and book chapters on vascular surgery and aortic pathology topics. She has presented sessions on vascular surgery and aortic pathologies at national and international conferences.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Samer Ellaham is a Cardiology Consultant and Director of Accreditation at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, and a Clinical Professor at Gulf Medical University. He serves as the Middle East Regional Chair for the Patient Safety Movement Foundation and holds roles with the American Heart Association and European Society of Cardiology.
Dr. Ellaham is an ISQua Expert and has previously served on the Joint Commission International Standards Subcommittee and the American College of Cardiology Accreditation Foundation Board.
This will close in 0 seconds
Dr. Tamkeen Kinah is a Consultant Cardiologist at Dubai London Hospital specializing in Clinical and Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine. He also serves as a Specialist Aeromedical Examiner and holds academic positions as a Clinical Professor at Baylor University, Texas, an Adjunct Professor at Lincoln American University, and an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Sharjah School of Medicine.
This will close in 0 seconds