Cardiology Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Associate Professor Muslum Sahin is a specialist in complex coronary interventions at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He is a member of the exclusive Chronic Total Occlusion Club, dedicated to treating the most difficult artery blockages.

• Performed thousands of interventions as Chief Assistant at Kartal Koşuyolu Yüksek İhtisas Hospital
• Specialises in radiofrequency ablation for treating heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation
• Expert in carotid angioplasty and stenting to prevent stroke by clearing neck arteries
• Trained at the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine at Istanbul University

Dr. Sercan Okutucu is a Professor of Cardiology at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital (2023–present). He received his MD in 2006 from Hacettepe University. He completed his cardiology residency there in 2011. He was an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Memorial Ankara Hospital from 2014 to 2023.

He serves as the Turkey Representative on the International Board of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (2019–present). He is a board member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology Heart Valve Diseases Working Group (2020–present). He is also a member of the Scientific Program Committee of the Turkish Heart and Health Foundation (2020–present).

Associate Professor Hakan Ucar is a European Board-certified cardiologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital who specialises in minimally invasive heart valve interventions.

• Performs TAVI and Mitraclip procedures to repair valves without open-heart surgery
• Expert in complex coronary interventions for patients with blocked or narrowed arteries
• Specialises in electrophysiological studies and ablation to treat heart rhythm disorders
• Former Head of Cardiology and Associate Professor at Biruni University

Professor Riza Turkoz is a senior academic cardiologist at Medical Park Antalya with a distinguished career across Turkey's leading university hospitals.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and complex cardiac valve procedures
• Performs radiofrequency ablation – a heat-based treatment to correct heart rhythm disorders
• Expert in managing advanced cardiomyopathy and treatment-resistant hypertension
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Cardiology Association

Dr Fatih Koç brings elite international expertise to Turkey, having completed specialised training at the Cleveland Clinic's Invasive Cardiology Unit in the USA.

• Specialises in complex coronary interventions and high-risk cardiac procedures
• Expert in invasive cardiology techniques at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
• Former faculty member at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs advanced vascular interventions including intracranial stenting and aneurysm coiling

Associate Professor Dogan Erdogan completed a prestigious fellowship at the Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab in the USA, bringing world-class diagnostic precision to Medical Park Antalya.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and advanced cardiovascular diagnostics
• Performs complex procedures including cardiac ablation, angioplasty, and aneurysm coiling
• Former faculty member at Süleyman Demirel University and Associate Professor at Başkent University
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association with extensive academic leadership

Dr Caner Topaloglu is a specialist in invasive cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on high-precision arterial repairs and heart rhythm management.

• Performs balloon angioplasty and stent implantation to open narrowed coronary and carotid arteries
• Implements permanent cardiac pacemakers including ICD and CRT devices for rhythm control
• Manages heart failure, acute heart attacks, and complex heart valve diseases
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Dr. Ozlem Koroglu is a rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Ankara Hospital. She specializes in physical medicine and musculoskeletal recovery. Dr. Koroglu served as an instructor for ultrasound at the ISPRM World Congress. She holds Ministry of Health certification in prolotherapy. Her expertise includes neural therapy and botulinum toxin for hand spasticity.

• Served as Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital.
• Trained at the Euro–Mediterranean PRM School in Italy.
• Instructs medical courses on PRP, knee prolotherapy, and spinal manipulation.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Dr. Rifat Eralp Ulusoy is a cardiologist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ulusoy has authored over 125 scientific papers with 1,400+ citations. He specializes in heart valve disease, hypertension, and cardiomyopathies. His training includes clinical roles at top medical centers in Turkey and the United States.

• Specializes in stress, transesophageal, and standard echocardiography imaging.
• Treats complex cases including heart tumors and heart disease during pregnancy.
• Manages cardiac health for cancer, dialysis, and chronic kidney failure patients.
• Treats heart valve infections and various pericardial diseases.

Dr Ugur Taskin is an interventional cardiology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with a focus on catheter-based heart treatments.

• Specialises in interventional techniques for pulmonary hypertension and coronary artery disease
• Manages complex cases of heart failure and valvular heart conditions
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association and the Izmir Medical Chamber

Dr. Erdal Aslim is an award-winning cardiovascular and vascular surgeon in Istanbul. He performs endovascular and open surgeries for heart and blood vessel disorders. Dr. Aslim has completed training in Austria and Turkey. He holds the Gore-Tex Young Researcher Award for his work in vascular surgery. You can find him at Central Hospital and his private clinic.

• Treats aortic aneurysms, carotid stenosis, and peripheral arterial disease.
• Winner of the Best Scientific Presentation Award for cardiology updates.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Works at a facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Dr. Mehmet Cakici is a cardiovascular surgeon at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital in Ankara. He has authored over 30 international articles in prestigious journals like J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. His practice covers coronary artery disease, heart failure, and congenital heart defects. Dr. Cakici contributes to national clinical guidelines for heart valve disease treatment.

• Specializes in ECMO and mechanical circulatory support for heart failure.
• Authored chapters for the Atlas of Cardiac Surgery Operations.
• Performs minimally invasive cardiac surgery and aortic aneurysm repairs.
• Member of the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation.

Professor Ali Oto is based at Memorial Ankara Hospital and has worked at leading European medical centres including the Karolinska Institute in Sweden.

• Trained in ear, nose, and throat diseases at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise in middle ear surgery to treat hearing issues and infections
• Specialises in thyroidectomy for thyroid disorders and salivary gland conditions
• Focuses on larynx and voice diseases and swallowing disorders
• Researches inner ear physiology through international collaborations in Holland and Sweden

Dr. Cihan Altin is a cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He completed interventional cardiology training at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Altin treats heart failure, valve diseases, and coronary artery occlusion. He specializes in minimally invasive structural heart interventions. Dr. Altin works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

• Performs TAVI, Mitraclip, and Triclip procedures for heart valve repair.
• Expert in pacemaker applications and renal denervation for resistant hypertension.
• Treats complex conditions including aortic aneurysms and heart holes.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Dr Mustafa Emiroglu is a highly credentialed specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital with international training from the Europe Senology Academia in Germany.

• Specialises in endocrine surgery involving the thyroid and hormone-producing glands
• Member of the Turkish Society of Surgery and the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Completed specialised training at the Thyroid School to manage complex hormonal conditions
• Focuses on surgical interventions for breast diseases and colorectal health

Dr Ibrahim Uyar is a cardiovascular surgery specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital with international expertise in heart and vessel care.

• Specialises in minimally invasive and robotic surgery to reduce recovery time and scarring
• Expert in treating peripheral artery disease using percutaneous interventional approaches through small punctures
• Performs reconstruction for complex conditions like mitral valve repair and diabetic foot infections
• Member of the National Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery

Dr Ahmet Zengin is a cardiology specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. He is a recognised lecturer in modern cardiac intervention techniques at international Euro PCR seminars.

• Specialises in carotid artery stenting – placing a mesh tube to open neck arteries and prevent strokes
• Expert in bifurcation lesion PCI – a complex procedure to clear plaque where heart arteries branch
• Uses IVUS and OCT imaging – internal scans that give a 3D view inside arteries for precise stent placement
• Active member of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)

Professor Soylu is a senior Cardiology Specialist at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. He holds a full professorship and brings significant leadership experience from Turkey's most prominent cardiovascular surgery centres.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and diagnostic echocardiography – using ultrasound to assess heart structure
• Provides expert care for complex thoracic and cardiovascular conditions
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Contributes to global cardiac research with numerous peer-reviewed scientific publications

Professor Sunbul is a leading interventional cardiologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital who has authored over 100 peer-reviewed scientific papers.

• Specialises in complex coronary interventions and heart valve diseases like TAVI
• Uses advanced imaging including OCT and IVUS to guide precise stent placement
• Handles structural heart procedures such as ASD and PFO closures for hole-in-the-heart repairs
• Expert in pacemaker, ICD, and cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) implantations
• Former Professor at Marmara University – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions