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Dr Alen Hajdarevic

Alen Hajdarević, MD, MSc

Specialist in Cardiovascular Surgery

Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Tuzla, after which he continued his professional development through postgraduate studies, focusing on the rheological parameters of carotid circulation. He is further advancing his academic career through a doctoral program in biomedicine and health sciences, enhancing his expertise in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic methods in cardiovascular medicine.

His professional dedication encompasses a wide range of procedures in the fields of cardiac and vascular surgery. As a cardiac surgeon, he performs coronary artery bypass surgery using both on-pump and off-pump techniques, aortic and mitral valve replacements, and aortic surgery, including elective and emergency procedures such as ascending aorta replacement and the Bentall procedure. Additionally, he performs surgical closure of atrial and ventricular septal defects and cardiac tumor resections. In the field of vascular surgery, his expertise includes carotid artery surgeries, reconstructive procedures for abdominal aortic aneurysms, peripheral artery bypass operations, and urgent interventions for thromboembolic conditions. He has also gained experience in the surgical creation of arteriovenous shunts for dialysis, varicose vein surgery, and the treatment of traumatic arterial and venous injuries.

Throughout his career, he has acquired extensive surgical experience and independently performs the most complex cardiovascular procedures. He further honed his expertise through a three-year collaboration with the Clinical Center in Ljubljana, where he underwent intensive training under the mentorship of leading specialists in cardiac surgery. In addition to formal education, he has completed additional training in vascular and abdominal ultrasound diagnostics, enhancing his diagnostic capabilities. He actively follows medical advancements by participating in numerous national and international professional and scientific conferences and is the author and co-author of several scientific articles in the field of cardiovascular surgery.

Beyond clinical and academic work, he is actively involved in medical research and innovations in surgical techniques, aiming to improve patient treatment outcomes. He is fluent in English and German, enabling him to stay updated with the latest global advancements in cardiovascular medicine and collaborate with international experts.

Education and Professional Development:

  • Doctorate: Faculty of Medicine, University of Tuzla (ongoing)
  • Master of Medical Sciences: Faculty of Medicine, University of Tuzla (2014)
  • Specialization: University Clinical Center Tuzla (2014)
  • Medical Degree: Faculty of Medicine, University of Tuzla (2006)