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Barbaros Dokumaci

  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Dokumaci is a specialist cardiologist at Kolan Hospital Group who focuses on restorative heart procedures and long-term cardiac care.

    • Performs heart valve replacement to restore proper blood flow through the heart
    • Specialises in pacemaker installation to manage irregular heart rhythms
    • Uses modern cardiology techniques to improve patient recovery and heart function
    • Contributes to cardiology research and follows global advancements in heart surgery
    • Regularly attends international conferences to stay updated on new surgical protocols
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Dr Derya Zengin Metli

  • 11 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Derya Zengin Metli provides specialised post-surgical rehabilitation at Ümran Tıp Merkezi to support patients recovering from invasive procedures.

    • Organises recovery programmes after orthopaedic and neurosurgical operations
    • Focuses on restoring mobility and functional independence post-surgery
    • Combines evidence-based practices with individualised clinical rehabilitation
    • Manages chronic pain conditions including arthritis and fibromyalgia
    • Specialised at Akdeniz University in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
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Deniz Suha Kucukaksu

  • 40 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Küçükaksu is a pioneer in cardiac surgery who established Turkey's first artificial heart programs. He currently directs the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

    • Specialises in heart transplants and mechanical circulatory support systems like LVADs
    • Performs coronary bypass and valve replacements using off-pump and hybrid techniques
    • Expert in aortic repairs using EVAR and TEVAR – minimally invasive stent procedures
    • Completed advanced fellowships in heart failure surgery across Germany, France, and the US
    • Manages both adult and paediatric cardiac cases requiring complex surgical intervention
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Osman Karli

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Osman Karli is a paediatric specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with 8 years of experience in child health and clinical medicine.

    • Graduated from the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
    • Specialises in newborn care and infancy nutrition consultancy
    • Focuses on preventive medicine and childhood disease management
    • Expert in healthy child monitoring for patients up to 18 years old
    • Presented research on myoclonic epilepsy and metabolic disorders
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Dr Ahmet Cem Dural

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is a highly credentialed surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus with specialist fellowships from the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

    • Specialises in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques
    • Fellowship trained at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Endocrine Surgery
    • Member of the American College of Surgeons and Clinical Robotic Surgery Association
    • Completed clinical research at the University of Ottawa in Canada
    • Serves as Secretary General for the Endocrine Surgery Association
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Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a general surgeon at Umran Tip Merkezi who specialises in laparoscopic and endocrine procedures. She focuses on minimally invasive techniques to ensure faster recovery times and less pain.

    • Performs laparoscopic procedures – uses small incisions for quicker healing and minimal scarring
    • Treats endocrine conditions involving the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
    • Manages benign and malignant breast disorders using precise surgical intervention
    • Trained at Haseki Training and Research Hospital 1st Surgical Clinic
    • Provides emergency and trauma surgery for acute, life-threatening conditions
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Dr Cevat Azeroglu

  • 39 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Cevat Azeroglu performs advanced diagnostic imaging for cardiovascular conditions at Ümran Tıp Merkezi. He provides the precise scans necessary for cardiac teams to plan complex heart surgeries.

    • Specialises in CT and MRI imaging for cardiovascular and neurological conditions
    • Uses vascular ultrasonography to assess blood flow and heart health
    • Performs interventional radiology, providing minimally invasive options guided by imaging
    • Supports surgical teams with accurate staging and diagnostic evaluations
    • Completed his radiology specialisation at Ondokuz Mayıs University
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Kasim Dogan

  • 47 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Sivas
  • Professor Kasim Dogan is a highly skilled cardiothoracic surgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital who specialises in complex heart valve and coronary artery procedures.

    • Performs aortic and mitral valve replacements using minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
    • Expert in coronary artery bypass grafting and stent placement for vascular health
    • Holds a professorship from Istanbul Kemerburgaz University's General Surgery Department
    • Actively involves himself in the Turkish Surgeons Society and international research circles
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Yunus Keser Yilmaz

  • 25 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Bursa
  • Professor Yunus Keser Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon who integrates traditional heart surgery with evidence-based complementary therapies at Natural Klinik.

    • Holds 20 scientific specialist certificates in cardiovascular surgery
    • Published over 100 articles in international medical journals
    • Combines heart surgery with ozone therapy and neural therapy for recovery
    • Uses integrative medicine to support patient health before and after procedures
    • Specialises in holistic cardiovascular care and systemic wellness
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Sidika Altop

  • 32 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Clinic:
    4.1
    Emsey Hospital
  • Professor Altop brings senior surgical expertise to Emsey Hospital, having held pivotal roles at Turkey's leading cardiovascular research centres.

    • Specialised at Bursa High Specialisation Training and Research Hospital
    • Served as a cardiovascular surgeon at the prestigious Siyami Ersek Hospital
    • Focused on cardiac and vascular surgical interventions at university education hospitals
    • Trained at Anadolu University Faculty of Medicine
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Burak Teymen

  • 20 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Clinic:
    4.1
    Emsey Hospital
  • Dr Burak Teymen is a specialist at Emsey Hospital who focuses on coronary artery interventions using both wrist and inguinal access. He graduated from Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools.

    • Specialises in stenting and balloon procedures for coronary and peripheral arteries
    • Performs atherectomy – a vascular shaving procedure to clear blocked arteries without major surgery
    • Expert in coronary angiography for diagnosing heart and vascular conditions
    • Manages heart failure and complex cardiac diseases using interventional techniques
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Ahmet Yavuz Balci

  • 24 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Ahmet Yavuz Balci specialises in complex vascular and cardiovascular care at Medistate Hospital Istanbul, with a particular focus on aortic aneurysm surgery.

    • Specialises in repairing aortic aneurysms – dangerous bulges in the main artery that require precise surgical intervention
    • Part of the specialized cardiovascular team at Medistate Hospital
    • Provides personalised surgical treatment plans for complex heart and vessel conditions
    • Maintains consistent clinical availability, operating six days a week
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Bookimed Insights: Top Heart Surgery Specialists in Turkey for Australians (2026)

Bookimed helps Australian patients find top Heart Surgery specialists in Turkey, collaborating with 57 leading doctors. The doctors in this ranking are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, English proficiency, number of performed cases, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases — including reviews from Australian travellers — and current programmes from our partner clinics. All prices are displayed in AUD for easy comparison with costs in Australia.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#1Heart valve replacement and pacemaker installationFocuses on heart valve replacement and pacemaker installation with a strong commitment to cardiology research. Actively contributes to scientific work and participates in international conferences to implement modern techniques.
Turkey
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#211 years of experiencePost-surgical rehabilitation and mobility recoverySpecialises in tailored rehabilitation following orthopaedic and neurosurgical operations. Focuses on restoring patient mobility and long-term well-being through evidence-based recovery programmes at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.
Turkey
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#340 years of experienceHeart transplantation and mechanical circulatory supportDirector of a premier Heart Transplantation Centre and pioneer of mechanical heart programs in Turkey. International fellowship-trained in LVAD systems and advanced heart failure surgery.
Turkey
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#436 years of experiencePaediatric care and newborn health monitoringTrained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. Expert in infant nutrition and preventive health, contributing research on childhood epilepsy and acute pancreatitis management at Liv Hospital Ulus.
Turkey
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#536 years of experienceLaparoscopic and robotic surgical proceduresTrained at the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital. He focuses on minimally invasive robotic surgery and is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the Clinical Robotic Surgery Association.
Turkey
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#636 years of experienceMinimally invasive general and endocrine surgerySpecialises in gallbladder and hernia repairs using laparoscopic techniques for faster recovery. Expert in endocrine surgery involving thyroid and adrenal glands, with training from Haseki Hospital.
Turkey
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#739 years of experienceCardiovascular diagnostic imagingFocuses on cardiovascular CT and MRI imaging to support surgical planning. He provides the precise diagnostic data needed for heart surgery through advanced cross-sectional scans and vascular ultrasound.
Turkey
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#847 years of experienceMinimally invasive valve and coronary bypass surgerySpecialises in advanced aortic and mitral valve procedures using laparoscopic techniques. A published Professor with 23 years of experience and membership in the Turkish Surgeons Society.
Turkey
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#925 years of experienceIntegrative cardiovascular surgery and recoveryCombines specialist cardiovascular surgery with integrative therapies like ozone and neural therapy. He has published 100+ scientific papers and holds 20 advanced certificates in heart surgery techniques.
Turkey
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#1032 years of experienceCases requiring senior cardiovascular surgical expertiseHeld senior surgical roles at Siyami Ersek and Bursa High Specialisation hospitals. This background in Turkey's top cardiovascular research centres ensures high-level proficiency in complex heart and vascular procedures.
Turkey
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Find out about the best Heart Surgery doctors in Turkey

20 top ranked Heart Surgery doctors in Turkey are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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How to choose the best Heart Surgery doctor in Turkey?

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Famous Heart Surgery doctors in Turkey have vast experience, continue education constantly, participate in professional associations and have positive feedback from patients treated.

What is the cost of a Heart Surgery doctor's consultation in Turkey?

The price for the consultation on Heart Surgery in Turkey varies between experts and depends on some factors as:

  • the city of practicing
  • the clinical experience and reputation
  • the medical degree and educational background
  • the doctor's workload
  • medical developments, proprietary techniques used, and awards if any.

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