Dr. Ayalew Tizazu

Dr. Ayalew Tizazu is a top cardiothoracic surgeon in Ethiopia. He is a Professor of Surgery at the Addis Ababa University, specializing in cardiac, congenital, and heart and lung transplant. Dr. Tizazu has been treating complex heart issues since two decades. To date, he has already performed over 10,000 cardiovascular cases and 500 pediatric surgeries. Dr. Tizazu has expertise in every aspect of cardiac surgery. It covers cardiac transplantation and ventricular assist device insertion.
He completed his M.D. from Addis Ababa University and earned various fellowships in cardiac surgery. These opportunities allowed him to deeply understand complex heart diseases, surgical methods, and intensive care post-surgery. After that, he applied his knowledge to the top healthcare institutions in Ethiopia, such as Ethio Istanbul General Hospital and Addis Hiwot General Hospital. Dr. Tizazu is also a member of the top medical associations. His innovative research on the treatment of aspergilloma and empyema have given various insights to the medical community.

Education

• Medical studies from Addis Ababa University  
• Residency training in General Surgery from Addis Ababa University  
• Specialization in Cardiothoracic Surgery from Addis Ababa University

Experience

• Assistant Professor of Surgery at Addis Ababa University – 1998
• Cardiothoracic surgeon at Addis Ababa University – Currently working
• Consultant cardiothoracic surgeon at Addis Hiwot General Hospital – Currently Working
• Consultant cardiothoracic surgeon at Ethio Istanbul General Hospital – Currently working

Memberships

• Surgical Society of Ethiopia
• Ethiopian Medical Association

Phone Number

You can contact Dr Ayalew Tizazu at +251911631110.

Consultation Fees

The consultation fees for Dr. Ayalew Tizazu are between 1500 to 3000 Ethiopian Birr.