Arrhythmia Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.

• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards.
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• Provides expert treatment for complex mitral valve repair and carotid artery surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and edited a major vascular surgery textbook.

Professor Ertugrul Okuyan serves as the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and leads complex rhythm disorder cases at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and structural heart disease management
• Uses Holter monitoring and TEE echocardiography for precise arrhythmia diagnosis
• Expert in managing heart failure alongside complex rhythm disorders
• Faculty member at Istanbul Medipol University training the next generation of cardiologists
• Fellow of major international cardiology societies specialising in cardiac interventions

The doctor is a distinguished cardiology specialist with extensive clinical experience, having earned a medical degree from Hacettepe University in 2004 and completed cardiology specialization at Gazi University in 2010. Achieving the rank of Professor in 2024, the doctor has served at several prominent institutions, including Ankara Turkey Higher Specialized Hospital and Ankara Bilkent City Hospital.

The doctor specializes in preventive cardiology, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and heart failure, with significant expertise in interventional procedures such as coronary angiography, stent and balloon treatments, and complex coronary interventions. The doctor is also skilled in cardio-oncology, rhythm disorders, and advanced imaging techniques like TEE.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Özkan is a cardiologist at Koru Ankara Hospital. His main areas are coronary artery and heart valve diseases, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 1974. He completed specialization in occupational diseases in 1982 and in cardiology in 1991. He became an associate professor in 1993 and a professor in 2007.

He served at GATA, Izmir Air Hospital, Kütahya Air Hospital, and the NATO Hospital in Belgium. He has published many national and international articles. He has treated many patients.

The doctor is a cardiology specialist who completed medical training at Istanbul University and specialized at the Siyami Ersek Thoracic Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital. With an extensive academic and clinical background, the doctor has served as a chief resident and associate professor, eventually attaining the rank of professor. The doctor currently practices at Ankara City (Bilkent) Hospital.

The doctor possesses significant expertise in interventional cardiology, cardiac pacemaker implantation, and electrophysiology. Clinical focus areas include echocardiography, heart valve procedures such as TAVI and mitral balloon valvuloplasty, and complex coronary and CTO procedures. The doctor has authored numerous scientific studies in national and international journals.

Professor Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is a pioneer in cardiac surgery and leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Treats arrhythmia through hybrid cardiovascular procedures and complex cardiac reoperations
• Specialises in aortic repair using EVAR and TEVAR – minimally invasive stent-grafting for heart vessels
• Pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programmes in Turkey
• Completed specialist fellowships in Germany, France, and the United States
• Directs the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre – a leading facility for severe heart failure

Professor Emrah Ozdemir has handled thousands of cardiac cases at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a major Turkish centre for complex heart care.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology including radial angiography through the arm for faster recovery
• Performs coronary and peripheral procedures to restore normal blood flow and heart rhythm
• Faculty Member at Biruni University – teaches next-generation specialists in heart health
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology, staying current with global treatment standards
• Trained at the Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, one of the region's most reputable institutions

Professor Okay Abaci is a leading expert in percutaneous heart interventions, bringing over a decade of specialized university hospital experience. He currently leads cardiology procedures at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specialises in angiography and minimally invasive cardiovascular procedures
• Completed specialized peripheral arterial disease intervention training in Italy
• Published 100+ research papers in international medical journals
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI Association
• Recognised with awards from the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Cuneyt Kocas is a leading cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital who specialises in minimally invasive heart procedures to correct irregular rhythms.

• Trained at the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute – a top-tier Turkish medical centre
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology; stays current with the latest international treatment protocols
• Expert in angiography and percutaneous interventions – treats heart issues through small catheters instead of open surgery
• Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions

Dr. Bulent Ilcol is a cardiologist at Academic Hospital in Istanbul. He treats heart conditions such as coronary artery disease and dilated cardiomyopathy. Dr. Ilcol manages hypertension, arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension. He works at a facility with 100 doctors and 15,000 annual patients.

• Treats cardiac illnesses at a Turkish medical center.
• Works at a clinic with TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation.
• Practices at a facility certified by TÜV NORD CERT under ISO 9001 standards.
• Works at a hospital licensed for international health tourism by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

Dr. Hasan Turhan is an interventional cardiologist at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He treats heart conditions such as coronary artery disease, arrhythmia, and pulmonary hypertension. He uses catheter-based procedures to restore blood flow and heart rhythm.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation and rhythm disorders.
• Treats atherosclerosis using angioplasty and stent placement.
• Manages vascular conditions through carotid and intracranial stenting.
• Works at Estophia Hospital, a facility with nearly 300 patient beds.

Professor Hasan Yucel has performed over 10,000 valve replacement surgeries with minimal complications. He leads the cardiology department at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Specialises in managing complex rhythm disorders and heart failure
• Completed his specialist medical training at Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine
• Regular guest speaker at international scientific meetings and continuing education programmes
• Published extensive research on clinical cardiology in global medical journals
• Uses targeted protocols for managing cholesterol-related heart conditions

Dr. Yusuf Tavil is a cardiologist at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats heart conditions such as coronary artery disease and pulmonary hypertension. Dr. Tavil performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping, dilated cardiomyopathy treatment, and atherosclerosis management.

• Performs carotid, intracranial, and transluminal arterial angioplasty and stenting.
• Uses radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation and other arrhythmias.
• Works at Medistate Hospital, which holds Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation.
• Treats patients at a facility that manages 200,000 cases annually.

Professor Engin Bozkurt is a leading academic heart specialist who established and led the cardiology departments at two major Turkish medical schools.

• Specialises in cardiology at Medicana International Ankara Hospital
• Former Head of Cardiology at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University
• Founding Head of Cardiology at Rize University School of Medicine
• Highly active in training the next generation of heart specialists
• Completed residency at Erzurum Atatürk University School of Medicine

Professor Yunus Keser Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon who integrates traditional surgical expertise with diverse complementary therapies to manage heart rhythm issues.

• Holds over 20 scientific course certificates specifically in cardiovascular surgery
• Published 100 plus research papers in national and international medical journals
• Combines surgery with acupuncture and neural therapy for holistic heart care
• Specialises in integrative medicine to support patient recovery after cardiac procedures
• Recognised as a Doctor Lecturer Member for his academic contributions to surgery

Professor Ozkan Bekler is a heart rhythm specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with deep expertise in internal medicine and cardiology.

• Specialises in managing complex heart rhythm disorders and cardiac care
• Served as academic staff at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Gazi University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Published researcher in the field of cardiovascular department studies

Professor Omer Alyan is a senior cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with extensive academic leadership in heart rhythm management.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and treating complex heart rhythm disorders
• Former Professor at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine – a key training ground for specialists
• Trained at Turkey High Specialisation Hospital – one of the nation's premier cardiac centres
• Supervised cardiac clinical operations as a department head at multiple private institutions
• Author of numerous research papers on cardiovascular health and clinical outcomes