Renowned Cardiac Surgeon Shines Spotlight on Kazakhstan’s World-Class Successes in Heart Surgery
Renowned Cardiac Surgeon Yuriy Pya Promotes Kazakhstan’s Image Abroad
Yuriy Pya, a prominent cardiac surgeon known for his humility and ambition, has achieved remarkable success through hard work and a strong belief in his abilities and the potential of Kazakhstan. Recently appointed as Kazakhstan’s Goodwill Ambassador by the Foreign Ministry for his significant contributions to promoting the country’s image abroad, Pya is committed to showing young people that they can achieve world-changing feats right here in Kazakhstan.
As the CEO of the University Medical Center (UMC), Pya and his colleagues save lives on a daily basis. The center has gained international recognition, with foreign patients seeking treatment, further establishing Kazakhstan as a leader in cardiac surgery. The UMC has successfully performed numerous heart, lung, liver, kidney, and bone marrow transplants, which are considered as some of the most advanced surgeries for saving lives.
Despite facing challenges at the beginning of his career, Pya’s journey from a rural family of teachers to a leading cardiac surgeon is inspiring. Starting as a general surgeon and traumatologist, Pya eventually found his true passion in cardiac surgery and has become internationally recognized for his scientific work.
Under Pya’s leadership, the UMC has become the only center in the CIS to earn Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation as an academic medical center. Designated as a center of excellence, the UMC organizes international conferences, conducts research, and shares knowledge with local and foreign colleagues.
In addition to his medical achievements, Pya is committed to giving back to the community through charity work. The UMC organizes health days, provides free medical examinations and treatment to those in need, and focuses on diagnosing high blood pressure and detecting diseases early in women and girls.
Pya emphasizes the importance of training medical personnel to international standards and decentralizing medical services to improve access to healthcare across the country. He believes that continuous improvement in the healthcare system, integrating new technologies, and enhancing doctors’ communication skills, passion, empathy, and compassion are crucial for success in the medical field.
Reflecting on his journey, Pya encourages young people to overcome self-imposed barriers and believe that anything is possible with hard work and determination. He continues to strive for perfection and positivity, emphasizing that there is no limit to learning and improving in the medical field.
Yuriy Pya’s dedication to his profession, his community, and his country exemplifies the true spirit of a healer and a leader in the field of cardiac surgery in Kazakhstan.
