Professor Olaf Wendler
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Professor Olaf Wendler is an internationally recognized cardiac surgeon with a wealth of experience in complex heart procedures. After completing his surgical training at the Medical School Hannover and the Heart Center Leipzig in Germany, he went on to become the Clinical Lead at the University Saarland-Germany. In 2004, he was appointed to King's College Hospital, where he held the role of Clinical Director for Cardiovascular Services from 2006 to 2012. His exceptional work led to his promotion as Professor of Cardiac Surgery at King’s College London, and in 2019, he became Chair of the Heart, Vascular, and Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic London.
He is renowned for his expertise in complex and repeat combined heart surgeries, including complete arterial coronary bypass surgery, thoracic aortic surgery, and minimally invasive heart surgery. He has been at the forefront of innovative treatments, including performing the UK's first transapical TAVI procedure in 2007. His patient-centered approach aims to improve outcomes and minimize the negative effects of surgery while ensuring long-term benefits for patients. With over 300 publications in peer-reviewed journals, he has also contributed to European Guidelines for the treatment of valvular heart disease and myocardial revascularization. His work continues to have a significant impact on the advancement of cardiac surgery.
Professor Wendler is a respected member of several professional societies, including the Royal College of Surgeons of England and the Society of Cardiothoracic Surgeons of Britain and Ireland, where he served on the Adult Cardiac Subcommittee. He has also been actively involved in the European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery and the European Society for Cardiology, where he is a Nucleus member of the ESC working group on heart valve disease. As a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences, Professor Wendler remains a key figure in the ongoing development of cardiac surgery.
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My complete confidence in Professor Wendler following an operation eight years ago, has been affirmed in my recent procedure, from which I’m making an excellent recovery. Throughout, Professor Wendler has shown me consistent consideration, understanding and taken a personal interest in my condition. I am very grateful to him.
15th May 2024
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Prof. Wendler performed an aortic valve replacement procedure on me in March 2024. I found him and his team to be extremely competent and I was very grateful to be able to benefit from his experience. During the operation he found that my aorta root had calcified more than previously assumed from the scans and he was able to pivot and repair the aorta root in addition to the planned valve replacement, to improve the overall outcome. I feel that a less experienced surgeon may possibly not have been as prepared / confident to do this.
11th April 2024
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From start to finish Dr. Wendler was fantastic he was reassuring and professional, i left his office on day one confident in my treatment, and the operation was a complete success, Dr Wendler was there for me at every step, can't recommend him highly enough.
25th March 2024
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Professor Olaf was everything that I could desire - especially in someone who is going to start operating on my heart. He not only explained the operation clearly but also answered my (many) questions. He didn't seem to mind what I asked even if it was about the mechanics of the operation. He came to see me every day that I was in the Cleveland Clinic and spoke with such authority that I was sure that my future was in good hands, which has proved to be the case.
My wife and I cannot thank Professor Olaf enough for his care, expertise and wonderful professionalism.
2nd February 2024
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I was put at ease by Professor Wendler, he took time to explain my condition and the treatment options. I was confident with his proposals and the treatment was excellent.
5th January 2024
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Dr Wendler to anyone with cardiac problems. He is an excellent cardiologist, more caring than any other doctor I have ever been in contact with and never failed to check on my medical situation and well-being Several times a day. I felt very confident under his care. Thank you Professor Wendler
20th November 2023
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The pre operation meetings were very informative and conducted in a relaxed friendly atmosphere . Professor Wendler has an outstanding attitude and bedside manner .
The open heart surgery was a total success and surprisingly painless .
The post op visits were numerous and reassuring .
Congratulations to the whole team at the amazing Cleveland Clinic which is more like a five star hotel .
7th September 2023
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Professor Wendler is an outstanding surgeon and a wonderful, caring man.
During my initial consultation he was most friendly and totally professional as he explained the operation I needed in clear and understandable terms.
I was very apprehensive but he put me at ease immediately.
His dedication and understanding to his patients is incredible. He is there before, during and after surgery each day, checking and reassuring all the way.
My Aortic Heart Valve Replacement operation was a total success and has changed my life for which I am forever grateful to Professor Wendler.
10th August 2023
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My operation was quite daunting but Prof. Wendler put our minds at rest and I felt totally confident in him.
7th August 2023
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Though my operation was daunting I was put at ease by Prof. Wendler. His care and understanding of our concerns was amazing.
7th August 2023
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