169 Best Cardiology Doctors in Turkey

Professor Hasan Turhan is an interventional cardiologist at Estophia Hospital who specialises in restoring blood flow and heart rhythm through minimally invasive catheter procedures.

• Performs carotid angioplasty and stenting to open narrowed neck arteries and help prevent strokes
• Treats atrial fibrillation using radiofrequency ablation – a heat-based method to fix irregular heartbeats
• Manages complex vascular issues including intracranial arterial angioplasty and aneurysm coiling
• Uses endovenous radiofrequency ablation for vein treatments and treats pulmonary hypertension

Dr Bulent Ilcol leads cardiovascular care at Academic Hospital in Istanbul. He manages complex heart conditions at a facility recognised by TEMOS International for excellence in medical tourism.

• Treats coronary artery disease and structural heart issues
• Specialises in managing both hypertension and pulmonary hypertension
• Expertise includes treating arrhythmia and dilated cardiomyopathy
• Works at a JCI-standard hospital treating 15,000 patients annually

Professor Akdeniz specializes in coronary artery disease and hypertension management at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He brings expertise from Turkey's premier thoracic and cardiovascular surgery centres.

• Trained at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on managing complex coronary cases and high blood pressure
• Held senior roles at M. Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
• Graduated from the prestigious Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Professor Engin Bozkurt is a leading figure in Turkish cardiology who founded and headed the cardiology departments at two major university hospitals.

• Specialises in treating complex cardiac arrhythmias and heart rhythm disorders
• Performs complex coronary interventions to restore blood flow to the heart
• Serves as Professor of Medicine at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University
• Manages advanced cases of pulmonary hypertension and atherosclerosis
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Medicana International Ankara Hospital

Professor Hasan Yucel has performed more than 10,000 heart valve replacement surgeries with minimal complications at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Specialises in heart valve diseases, rhythm disorders, and chronic heart failure management
• Performs carotid angioplasty and stenting to open narrowed neck arteries and prevent strokes
• Uses radiofrequency ablation to treat heart rhythm issues without invasive surgery
• Frequent guest speaker at international cardiology conferences and scientific meetings
• Trained at Çukurova and Cumhuriyet Universities, two of Turkey's leading medical institutions

Professor Ali Serdar Fak leads heart diagnostics and chronic condition management at Academic Hospital, a facility holding international TEMOS accreditation for healthcare quality.

• Specialises in cardiovascular diagnostics to identify early heart risks
• Manages chronic heart disease with a focus on preventing long-term complications
• Uses specialised monitoring equipment to track patient heart health
• Practises at a JCI-standard facility with ISO 9001 certification
• Licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health for international patient care

Dr Didem Melek Kemaloglu is a cardiology specialist at Corpusrenew Health Agency. She focuses on adult heart health and long-term cardiac care.

• Specialises in managing chronic heart diseases and cardiovascular risk factors
• Practices at a clinic authorised for international health tourism
• Focuses on preventative cardiology and heart health management
• Based in Antalya, providing care for international patients

Dr Zafer Erk is a specialist interventional cardiologist at Corpusrenew Health Agency who focuses on minimally invasive heart treatments.

• Performs catheter-based procedures to repair damaged or weakened blood vessels
• Uses thin, flexible tubes instead of open surgery for faster recovery
• Treats patients at a facility holding an International Health Tourism Authorisation Certificate
• Practices in accordance with Turkish Medical Association standards
• Diagnoses and manages a broad range of cardiovascular diseases

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a leading paediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic specializing in complex heart conditions and vascular interventions for children.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation – a heat-based treatment to correct heart rhythm disorders
• Specialises in valve plastic surgery and heart valve replacement for paediatric patients
• Highly skilled in minimally invasive stenting and atrial septal defect repair
• Trained at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital – a top cardiac centre
• Academic leader promoted to Professor of Paediatric Cardiology in 2017

Professor Ertan Yetkin is a rare dual specialist in both interventional cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery at Derindere Hospital. He manages heart conditions for both adults and children.

• Treats congenital heart defects and complex vascular diseases
• Specialises in interventional cardiology for minimally invasive heart repairs
• Performs cardiothoracic surgery for complex heart and lung conditions
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Yusuf Tavil is a senior cardiologist at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He specialises in using catheter-based technologies to treat heart rhythm and vascular conditions without the need for open-heart surgery.

• Uses 3D mapping for radiofrequency ablation to pinpoint and treat irregular heartbeats
• Performs carotid angioplasty and stenting to reduce stroke risk
• Treats pulmonary hypertension and dilated cardiomyopathy
• Practises at JCI-accredited Medistate Hospital, which meets global quality standards

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a dietician at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on clinical nutrition for managing cardiovascular conditions.

• Designs evidence-based nutrition plans to support heart health and manage metabolic disorders
• Creates tailored meal programmes for weight control and improved body composition
• Offers lifestyle counselling to help prevent chronic disease through balanced eating habits
• Provides patient-centred support to empower sustainable healthy lifestyle changes

Professor Ozdemir has performed thousands of interventional cardiology procedures at Biruni University Hospital, specialising in less invasive radial techniques.

• Expert in radial angiography – heart imaging via the arm for faster recovery and less bleeding
• Manages challenging coronary and peripheral procedures for complex heart conditions
• Trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a major Turkish cardiology reference centre
• Faculty member at Biruni University training the next generation of cardiologists
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Okay Abaci is a leading interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital who has published over 100 international research papers.

• Specialises in complex heart and leg angiography to clear blocked arteries
• Completed advanced peripheral arterial training at the Academia in Italy
• Performs minimally invasive vascular procedures including stent placement and aneurysm coiling
• Former senior physician at the prestigious Istanbul University Cardiology Institute
• Member of the European Association for Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions