11 Best Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) Doctors in Istanbul

Professor Ibrahim Halil Tanboga is a heart valve specialist who completed advanced training at St Thomas Hospital in London. He has performed over 1,100 cardiac treatments at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in structural heart disease and minimally invasive valve replacement
• Holds a PhD in Biostatistics, ensuring evidence-based clinical decisions
• Uses detailed cardiac imaging including transesophageal echocardiography for precise valve placement
• Accredited by both the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Dr. Servet Izci is a cardiologist with 24 years of clinical practice. He earned his MD at Fırat University (1996–2002). He completed a cardiology residency at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital (2010–2015). He worked as a consultant cardiologist at Kartal Koşuyolu (2015–2025) and Pendik Medical Park (2025–2026). He now practices at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2026–present). He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Clinical focus: coronary angiography and stenting via radial access. He also performs peripheral and carotid artery interventions. He manages arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and heart failure. Scientific output: three publications. Topics include catestatin as a predictor of mortality in acute pulmonary embolism, ECG changes during alcohol withdrawal, and the increased risk of high‑grade AV block in non‑O blood types.

Professor Fatih Mehmet Ucar is a lead investigator for the EORP VHD II Registry, a major international study focused on the management of severe aortic stenosis.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and heart valve procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Completed advanced clinical training at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic in the United States
• Head of Electrophysiology and Device Therapy at Demiroglu Bilim University
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the European Arrhythmia Association

Professor David Saba uses his deep surgical background to lead complex heart valve procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Completed advanced cardiovascular surgery training at Toronto General Hospital in Canada
• Specialist in heart transplantation and major cardiac interventions
• Holds professorships from several top Turkish medical institutions
• Conducted specialist cardiac research at the University of Hannover-Freiburg in Germany
• Expert in treating high-risk patients with structural heart issues

Associate Professor Cenk Indelen is a highly regarded cardiovascular specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who focuses on the latest valve replacement techniques.

• Published comparative research on the clinical outcomes and cost-effectiveness of TAVI versus sutureless valve replacements
• Completed specialised robotic surgery training at the Orsi da Vinci Training Centre in Belgium
• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Expert in blood management protocols to improve patient recovery and safety during heart procedures

Professor Emin Tireli is a senior cardiovascular surgeon who has performed over 6,300 congenital cardiac surgeries. He leads the surgical team at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Expert in hybrid techniques combining traditional surgery with catheter-based procedures
• Performs 100+ neonatal cardiac surgeries annually for complex defects
• Professor at the Istanbul School of Medicine since 2005
• Published 100+ research articles on advanced cardiac reconstruction techniques
• Specialises in aortic valve replacement and reconstruction for all ages

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.

Professor Murat Ugurlucan is a highly credentialed cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital with specialised international training in cardiac surgery research from the University of Rostock.

• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's oldest and most respected medical faculties
• Completed an advanced fellowship at the King Faisal Heart Institute
• Specialises in complex heart valve procedures and endovascular surgery
• Recognised with national awards for research into cardiovascular tissue recovery
• Held senior academic roles as both Associate Professor and Professor since 2015

Dr. Ahmet Yavuz Balci is an orthopedic surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats injuries of the bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. Dr. Balci sees patients six days a week for surgical and non-surgical care. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients every year.

• Performs knee arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction, and meniscus repair.
• Treats carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, and complex shoulder injuries.
• Conducts ankle fusion surgery and radiofrequency ablation procedures.
• Provides care for congenital cardiac conditions and vascular issues.

Professor Küçükaksu is a pioneer in mechanical circulatory support and lead surgeon for the heart transplantation programme at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Specialises in hybrid cardiovascular procedures and complex valve replacements
• Completed advanced fellowships in heart failure surgery across Germany, France and the United States
• Performs aortic repairs using EVAR and TEVAR techniques for less invasive outcomes
• Directs the Artificial Heart Centre, focusing on high-risk cases and reoperations
• Founding member of professional societies dedicated to artificial organ systems