30 Best Carotid Angioplasty and Stenting Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Ibrahim Halil Tanboga is an interventional cardiologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve diseases and congenital structural heart conditions. Dr. Tanboga conducted specialized heart valve research at St. Thomas Hospital in London. He holds a PhD in Biostatistics.

• Performs TAVI and mitral balloon valvuloplasty for heart valve treatment.
• Treats coronary artery disease using IVUS, FFR, and OCT diagnostic techniques.
• Expert in arrhythmia management including electrophysiological studies and ablation.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Professor Mustafa Saglam leads the Cardiology Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, specialising in complex interventional cardiology and vascular repair.

• Performs carotid angioplasty and stenting to treat atherosclerosis and stroke risk
• Expert in intracranial arterial stenting and aneurysm coiling procedures
• Provides minimally invasive endovascular repairs for aortic aneurysms
• Qualified as an Associate Professor at the Kartal Kosuyolu Heart Training and Research Hospital
• Uses advanced 3D mapping and radiofrequency ablation for heart rhythm disorders

Dr Nermina Alagic is a highly qualified cardiologist at Anadolu Medical Center with advanced training from the Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney.

• Completed a specialised cardiology and interventional observership at the University of Sydney
• Research fellow at Harvard Medical School and the University of Alabama at Birmingham
• Expert in 3D echocardiography for detailed assessment of arterial blockages and ulcers
• Full member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Associate Professor Fatih Mehmet Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with specialist training from the Cleveland Clinic and Lübeck Hospital.

• Performs carotid and intracranial arterial angioplasty and stenting for vascular health
• Fellowship-trained in Germany and the United States for complex cardiac care
• Associate Professor at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine – a major Turkish teaching institution
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
• Specialises in atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease treatments

Associate Professor Yigit Changa is a senior interventional cardiologist who specialises in minimally invasive stroke prevention at the JCI-accredited Florence Nightingale Hospital group.

• Performs carotid angioplasty and stenting to open clogged neck arteries and reduce stroke risk
• Specialises in aneurysm coiling and endovascular techniques to manage weakened blood vessels
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association
• Trained at the specialist Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training Hospital
• Expertise in managing complex atherosclerosis and vascular conditions through interventional cardiology

Professor Sahin Kaplan is an interventional cardiologist who completed prestigious international training at Royal Brompton Hospital and Imperial College London. He specialises in minimally invasive vascular procedures at Medicine Hospital in Istanbul.

• Performs carotid angioplasty and stenting to open narrowed arteries and prevent strokes
• Mastered intracranial arterial angioplasty techniques during his London posting
• Published over 35 research papers in the American Heart Journal and other major publications
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Invasive Cardiology

Professor Hakan Ucar is a board-certified cardiologist whose expertise has been recognised with the European Society of Cardiology Board Certificate.

• Specialised in cardiology at Bursa Uludag University's Faculty of Medicine
• Awarded the Certificate of Proficiency in Turkish Cardiology
• Member of the Council of the European Society of Cardiology
• Published research contributor to international heart and vascular medical forums
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Associate Professor Cenk Indelen is a specialist cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who focus on minimally invasive techniques for complex vascular conditions. He holds international certification in robotic surgery from the Orsi Academy in Belgium.

• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Specialises in patient blood management to improve recovery and safety
• Expert in treating atherosclerosis and managing complex arterial blockages
• Published researcher in high-impact journals including JAMA and Transfusion
• Uses robotic-assisted methods to reduce surgical trauma and hospital stays

Dr. Samet Erinc is an orthopedic spine surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic knee prosthesis and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Erinc trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA. He specializes in treating pediatric scoliosis and degenerative spine diseases.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Treats childhood spinal diseases, including kyphosis and disk herniation.
• Completed Eurospine accredited modules through the Turkish Spine Society.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Associate Professor Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiology specialist who focuses on complex peripheral and coronary interventions at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Holds board certification from the European Society of Cardiology
• Specialises in complex peripheral interventions including carotid and renal artery procedures
• Former Head of Cardiology at major Turkish training and research hospitals
• Authored over 30 international peer-reviewed papers on vascular health and hypertension
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Murat Sunbul is a leading interventional cardiologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital who has authored over 100 scientific publications on heart and vascular health.

• Specialises in carotid artery interventions to prevent stroke in high-risk patients
• Expert in complex coronary imaging using FFR, OCT, and IVUS technologies
• Performs structural heart procedures including PFO and ASD closures
• Serves as a Professor of Cardiology at İstinye University, training the next generation of specialists
• Researches endothelial dysfunction and arterial stiffness to improve long-term patient outcomes

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive management of cardiovascular conditions, with a primary clinical focus on coronary artery diseases, including the treatment of cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks. Expertise extends to the diagnosis and management of hypertension and hyperlipidemia, as well as the treatment of heart valve diseases and various rhythm disorders or arrhythmias.

In addition to clinical management, the doctor is highly skilled in interventional cardiology, specifically performing coronary procedures and diagnostic angiography to address complex vascular issues.

Professor Oguzhan Yucel is a senior cardiologist at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals specialising in complex interventional procedures to restore blood flow.

• Focuses on coronary and carotid interventions to manage cardiovascular blockages
• Manages high-risk cases involving hypertension and hyperlipidaemia
• Expertise in treating diverse rhythm disorders and heart valve diseases
• Works within a high-volume interventional unit performing daily angiography

Dr Ravan Israfilov is a specialist cardiologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on treating cardiovascular occlusion and complex heart conditions.

• Completed specialist training in cardiology at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes diagnosing and managing cardiovascular occlusion and heart failure
• Treats heart rhythm disorders and hypertension using modern evidence-based protocols
• Manages congenital heart disease cases within a high-volume clinical environment

Dr Mutlu Cicek is an interventional cardiology specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a focus on clearing blockages in the cervical and leg arteries.

• Specialises in treating cervical vascular diseases to prevent stroke
• Manages complex cases of hypertension and hyperlipidemia alongside surgical interventions
• Expertise includes diagnosing and treating coronary artery diseases and heart valve issues
• Focuses on restoring blood flow through precise vascular stenting techniques

Professor Mehmet Marasli served as a researcher for the TRUE-AHF international study – a major clinical trial focused on acute heart failure and arterial health.

• Specialises in carotid angioplasty and stenting to restore blood flow
• Researched anti-inflammatory therapies specifically for atherosclerotic disease
• Performs coronary angiography using imaging to assess heart blood vessels
• Uses cryoablation techniques to treat irregular heartbeats by freezing tissue
• Cardiology specialist at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Cengiz Koksal is a distinguished cardiovascular surgeon who has performed over 2,000 vascular and open-heart surgeries throughout his career.

• Served as President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association
• Expert in carotid artery surgery and non-surgical arterial treatments
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards
• Edited the most comprehensive vascular surgery textbook in the field

Professor Asim Enhos is a highly skilled cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital who specialises in complex interventional procedures for the heart and brain. He holds a prestigious associate professorship and brings over a decade of specialist expertise to his patients.

• Performs carotid and intracranial arterial angioplasty with stenting
• Uses ultrasound imaging of the carotid arteries for diagnostic precision
• Expert in treating atherosclerosis and serious coronary artery occlusions
• Trained at Istanbul Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital
• Former Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University