Cardiology Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Associate Professor Yunus Nazli is a cardiovascular specialist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He focuses on heart valve repairs and aortic interventions.

• Performs coronary bypass surgery using both on-pump and off-pump methods
• Specialises in EVAR and TEVAR – treating aortic aneurysms via the groin for faster healing
• Manages carotid and peripheral artery surgeries for improved limb circulation
• Treats varicose veins using laser therapy and sclerotherapy injections
• Creates arteriovenous fistulas to support patients requiring hemodialysis

Dr. Veysel Ozan is a Professor of Cardiology at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital (2026–present). He earned his MD from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (2005–2011). He completed his cardiology residency at Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital (2012–2016). He worked as a specialist cardiologist at Hakkari State Hospital (2016–2017) and at Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital (2017–2020). He later served as a faculty member at Dışkapı (2020–2022) and at Etlik City Hospital (2022–2026).

Accreditations and awards: Turkish Society of Cardiology Proficiency Certificate (2019). TSC Most Successful Young Cardiologist of the Year, 2019–2020 term (awarded 2020). First Prize for Best Oral Presentation at the 31st National Congress of Applied Interventional Cardiology.

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.

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. 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

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 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

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

Dr Ravan Israfilov is a board-certified cardiology specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on treating complex vascular blockages and heart rhythm issues.

• Specialises in cardiovascular occlusion using minimally invasive stenting and carotid angioplasty
• Expert in treating arrhythmia and heart rhythm disorders at a leading Turkish centre
• Manages heart failure, cardiomyopathy, and congenital heart conditions in adults
• Offers radiofrequency ablation to treat vein conditions without open surgery

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.

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.

Professor Nurettin Unal is a senior specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on the diagnosis and management of heart conditions in young patients.

• Specialises in fetal cardiology to detect heart diseases in the womb
• Manages paediatric arrhythmias and palpitations using detailed evaluations
• Conducts pre-sports cardiological screenings for safety in young athletes
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and Turkish Cardiology Association
• Treats heart valve disorders and congenital abnormalities

Dr Alireza Soltanzadeh is a specialist in cardiac anaesthesia and critical care based at Istanbul Okan University Hospital.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship in cardiac anaesthesia at the Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Center
• Specialises in patient safety during heart surgery and complex cardiovascular procedures
• Expert in algology – the management and treatment of chronic and acute pain
• Active member of multiple international anaesthesiology and medical societies

Dr Mutlu Cicek is a cardiology specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex heart and vascular diseases.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation – a heat-based treatment for heart rhythm disorders
• Specialises in angioplasty and stenting for leg and neck vascular conditions
• Manages coronary artery disease, including cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks
• Treats heart valve diseases, arrhythmias, and chronic heart failure

Dr Yucel is a specialist in interventional cardiology at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex coronary artery disease and heart rhythm management.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping – a technique that pinpoint and treats irregular heartbeats with high precision
• Specialises in angioplasty and stent placement for cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks
• Manages high-risk cases of hypertension and hyperlipidemia using personalised treatment plans
• Expert in coronary angiography and minimally invasive heart valve interventions

Dr Yucel is a specialist in interventional cardiology at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, where he focuses on high-risk vascular procedures and coronary artery repair.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation to treat rhythm disorders by neutralising small areas of heart tissue
• Specialises in angiography and coronary interventions to clear cardiovascular occlusions and blockages
• Manages complex cases of hypertension and pulmonary high blood pressure with targeted care
• Expert in non-surgical heart valve treatments and cholesterol management strategies

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