Shahla Aghayeva
Baku,Azerbaijan
Summary
Accomplished cardiology specialist with expertise in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVR) and Structural and Interventional Cardiology. Demonstrates proficiency in Advanced Cardiac Imaging Interpretation and Cardiac Emergency and ICU Management, contributing to effective multidisciplinary valve team participation. Committed to clinical teaching and academic presentation, aiming to advance patient care and medical education.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Consultant Cardiologist
Central Customs Hospital
Baku, Azerbaijan
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Perform cardiology consultations for inpatient and outpatient services
- Perform interventional procedures ( PCI, Cardiac Cath, TAVR)
- Participate in the evaluation and stratification of patients for TAVR and valvular interventions
- Conduct and interpret echocardiograms, ECGs, Holter monitors, and stress tests
- Work closely with cardiac surgeons and interventional teams in the multidisciplinary valve team
- Provide emergency cardiac care and support in the coronary care unit
Cardiologist
Olimp Hospital / Istanbul NS Clinic / Fetal NS Genetics
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Led outpatient management of patients with ischemic heart disease, arrhythmias, and valve disorders
- Reviewed pre-TAVI workup (CT scans, echo, risk scoring) and assisted in patient selection
- Performed interventional procedures
- Coordinated follow-up of patients post-intervention and optimized medication regimens
- Supervised junior doctors and assisted in basic cardiac procedures and diagnostics
Cardiology Resident
Baku Health Center / Educational-Therapeutic Clini
10.2017 - 10.2021
- Rotated through CCU, ICU, catheterization lab, and heart failure clinics
- Assisted in coronary angiography and interventional procedures under supervision
- Gained experience in managing complex cardiac emergencies including cardiogenic shock
- Participated in academic teaching and case discussions during departmental meetings
Education
MD - General Medicine
Azerbaijan Medical University
Azerbaijan 09.2011 - 06.2017
Residency - Cardiology
Azerbaijan Medical University & Baku Health Center
10.2017 - 10.2021
Skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork
- Strong leadership and decision-making
- Patient-centered and empathetic care
- Calm and effective under pressure
- Detail-oriented and organized
Languages
Azerbaijani
Native
Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
Russian
Intermediate
Certification
Certified Evolut™ Platform Solo Implanter (Medtronic, 2024)
Publications
Aghayeva, S., Tahiroglu, I., Eyvazli, L., TAVI in Pure Aortic Regurgitation Related Cardiogenic Shock: A Case Report, Azerbaijan Journal of Cardiology, 2024
Meetings and Courses
- 5th Invasive Cardiology Congress - Azerbaijan, 2023,
- PCR London Valves, –London, UK 2022 and 2023,
- "EvolutFirst” Advanced Implanters Meeting, Medtronic – Istanbul, 2022
- Myval TAVI and THV Update, National Research Cardiovascular Centre – Astana, 2022,
- 2022 – “A to Z Aorta” Conference, Baku (jointly with Turkish Cardiology Society).
- TF-TAVI Minimalist Approach Course, Rouen-Normandy University – France, 2021,
- 28th Turkish National Cardiology Congress, - Istanbul, 2021
- Multiple Azerbaijan Cardiology Society Courses (EKG, Valve Disease, CPR, Arrhythmias, etc.) - Azerbaijan, 2018-2025
Timeline
Consultant Cardiologist
Central Customs Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2025
Cardiologist
Olimp Hospital / Istanbul NS Clinic / Fetal NS Genetics
01.2022 - 01.2023
Cardiology Resident
Baku Health Center / Educational-Therapeutic Clini
10.2017 - 10.2021
Residency - Cardiology
Azerbaijan Medical University & Baku Health Center
10.2017 - 10.2021
MD - General Medicine
Azerbaijan Medical University
09.2011 - 06.2017
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