Coronary artery disease Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

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. Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ucar specializes in complex coronary and peripheral interventions. He has published over 30 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. His research focuses on oxidative stress and coronary artery disease complexity.

• Performs heart valve interventions including TAVI, Mitraclip, and mitral balloon procedures.
• Provides electrophysiological studies, ablation, and pacemaker placements.
• Served as the former Head of the Cardiology Department at Biruni University.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility with robotic surgery excellence designations.

Dr Caner Topaloglu is an invasive cardiology specialist at Medicalpoint International. He focuses on restoring blood flow to the heart through sophisticated catheter-based techniques.

• Specialises in balloon angioplasty and stent implantation to open narrowed coronary arteries
• Performs carotid and peripheral artery interventions to prevent strokes and improve circulation
• Expert in permanent cardiac pacemaker implantation including ICD and CRT devices
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Dr Ugur Taskin is a specialist in interventional cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on non-surgical treatments for heart conditions.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology to treat blocked arteries using minimally invasive catheter techniques
• Manages complex coronary artery disease and heart valve disorders without open surgery
• Expert in treating hyperlipidaemia to help prevent further arterial blockages
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Trained at the prestigious Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Dogan Erdogan completed advanced training at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab in the United States. He leads the cardiology team at Medical Park Antalya, focusing on precision diagnostics for heart disease.

• Specialises in echocardiography to identify blockages and assess heart muscle function
• Held senior academic roles at Süleyman Demirel University and Başkent University
• Managed complex cardiology cases at Istanbul University's renowned Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in non-invasive imaging to guide treatment plans for narrowed arteries

Professor Fatih Koç trained at the Cleveland Clinic in the USA – consistently ranked as one of the world's top centres for specialised heart care.

• Specialises in invasive cardiology to treat blocked arteries using minimally invasive techniques
• Expert in coronary angioplasty to widen narrowed heart vessels without open surgery
• Former faculty member at Akdeniz University Department of Cardiology
• Experienced in complex stenting procedures to restore healthy blood flow to the heart

Dr. Riza Turkoz is a cardiovascular and pediatric cardiac surgeon at Medical Park Antalya. He specializes in treating complex congenital heart conditions in both children and adults. Dr. Turkoz is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. He performs critical procedures like the Ross procedure, aortic valve replacement, and Tetralogy of Fallot surgery.

• Treats congenital heart diseases including atrial and ventricular septal defects.
• Performs open heart surgery, valvuloplasty, and cardiac valve reconstruction.
• Member of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Association.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

Dr. Murat Sunbul is a Professor of Cardiology at Istinye University, Topkapi Liv Hospital. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers in respected international medical journals. Dr. Sunbul specializes in complex coronary interventions and advanced cardiac imaging. He is an expert in structural heart disease treatments like TAVI and PFO closure.

• Performs carotid, peripheral, and renal artery interventions.
• Expert in coronary imaging using FFR, OCT, and IVUS techniques.
• Provides device therapies including LBB pacing, ICD, and CRT implantation.
• Treats complex conditions like pulmonary hypertension and chronic heart failure.

Professor Ertugrul Ercan is a highly credentialed interventional cardiologist who completed specialist training at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic. He has held senior clinical leadership roles, including Medical Director at Medical Point Hospital.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology – treating blocked arteries using minimally invasive catheter-based techniques
• Holds the European Cardiologist Diploma – a mark of high-level specialist competency
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology, representing the top tier of international specialists
• Former Head of Cardiology – led major academic and clinical cardiovascular departments

Associate Professor Mustafa Dogdus is a specialist in interventional cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on restoring blood flow to the heart.

• Specialises in percutaneous coronary intervention to open blocked arteries using stents without open surgery
• Expert in managing structural heart defects including ASD and VSD closure procedures
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Trained at Ege University Faculty of Medicine, a premier institution for cardiovascular training

Dr. Ilhan Mavioglu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Outpatient Clinic. He performs minimally invasive anaortic coronary bypass and awake carotid surgery. Dr. Mavioglu holds a Professorship from Düzce University and trained at Great Ormond Street Hospital. He specializes in total arterial revascularization and complex endovascular interventions.

• Certified in robotic mitral valve repair and endovascular surgical techniques.
• Performs EVAR, FEVAR, and CERAB procedures for peripheral vascular conditions.
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Surgery.
• Maintains over 400 scientific publications in journals like J Card Surg.

Dr Humayun Kakar holds prestigious qualifications from the University of Zurich in Switzerland, specialising in managing complex heart conditions at Medical Point International.

• Member of the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI)
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University – a leading Turkish centre for cardiology research
• Holds membership with the American College of Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology
• Specialises in interventional cardiology to restore blood flow to the heart

Professor Oguzhan Yucel serves as a leading specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on interventional treatments for cardiovascular occlusions and heart attacks.

• Specialises in coronary angiography to identify and treat blocked heart arteries
• Manages complex cases involving heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders
• Uses interventional techniques to restore blood flow without major open surgery
• Focuses on co-managing hypertension and high cholesterol to prevent recurrent heart events

Dr Ravan Israfilov leads the cardiology team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular occlusion.

• Treats cardiovascular occlusion using interventional techniques to restore blood flow to the heart
• Specialises in managing coronary artery disease alongside complex conditions like hypertension and heart failure
• Trained at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, a major Turkish clinical and academic teaching centre
• Provides targeted care for heart rhythm disorders and lipid management to prevent disease progression

Dr Mutlu Cicek leads the cardiology team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cardiovascular occlusion and heart attack management.

• Specialises in treating coronary artery disease using evidence-based protocols to manage artery blockages
• Manages hypertension and hyperlipidemia to lower the risk of further cardiac events
• Treats heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders that often complicate coronary cases
• Expertise extends to cervical and leg vascular diseases for comprehensive circulatory health
• Uses modern diagnostic tools to assess heart failure severity and guide treatment

Professor Oguzhan Yucel is a senior interventional cardiologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex coronary artery obstructions and heart attack management.

• Performs coronary angiography to visualise heart vessel blockages clearly
• Uses minimally invasive interventions to open clogged arteries without open surgery
• Manages coronary artery disease alongside hypertension and high cholesterol
• Focuses on restoring blood flow to prevent further heart muscle damage
• Expertise includes treating various rhythm disorders and heart valve diseases

Associate Professor Cihan Altin is a Cleveland Clinic-trained interventional cardiologist who specialises in advanced techniques to restore blood flow to the heart.

• Trained in interventional cardiology at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic in the USA
• Performs coronary balloon stent procedures to open blocked arteries without major surgery
• Treats complex cardiovascular occlusions and aortic vein aneurysms
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
• Expert in renal denervation, a specialised procedure for treating resistant high blood pressure

Associate Professor Asim Enhos is a senior cardiology specialist at Medipol Acibadem, bringing academic expertise to complex heart care.

• Held a long-term teaching role at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University
• Trained other cardiologists in coronary intervention and heart health
• Fellow of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Specialises in managing blockages using minimally invasive catheter techniques
• Expert in treating patients with high-risk coronary artery disease

Professor Ozkan Bekler is a specialist cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, where he focuses on internal medicine and heart health.

• Trained at Gazi University and Mustafa Kemal University in cardiac care
• Served as academic staff at Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in managing coronary artery disease through non-surgical medical interventions
• Refined clinical skills at the Hatay Training and Research Hospital