Coronary artery disease Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a professor and pediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in complex heart procedures for children. These include heart valve replacements and open heart surgery. Dr. Zeybek earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He later completed a fellowship at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital.

• Performs interventional procedures like radiofrequency ablation and coronary stenting.
• Treats congenital conditions including Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Expertise in cardiac valve plastic surgery and aortic aneurysm repair.
• Works at Uniqacare Clinic, which serves 433,000 patients annually.

Professor Mehmet Marasli is a dedicated cardiology specialist at Avicenna International Hospital with a strong background in clinical medicine and cardiac care.

• Trained at the prestigious Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialist cardiology training at Cumhuriyet University
• Focuses on managing chronic heart conditions and arterial health
• Experienced in both regional clinical practice and international hospital settings

Professor Cengiz Koksal has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular surgeries. He currently leads the cardiovascular team at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialises in minimally invasive coronary bypass surgery using smaller incisions for quicker recovery
• Expert in carotid artery surgery to prevent strokes and improve blood flow to the brain
• Previous Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University faculty of medicine
• Awarded Physician of the Year at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association

Professor Ertugrul Okuyan is the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and a leading expert in interventional treatments for blocked arteries.

• Specialises in balloon and stent interventions to restore blood flow without open surgery
• Expert in CT angiography and cardiac MRI for precise diagnosis of artery blockages
• Manages complex structural heart disease and adult congenital conditions at Medipol Health Group
• Faculty member at Istanbul Medipol University training the next generation of cardiologists
• Fellowship trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology

Professor Gokhan Ertas is a highly credentialed cardiologist at Liv Hospital Ulus who treats complex coronary artery disease. He refined his skills as a research fellow at the world-renowned Thoraxcenter in the Netherlands.

• Performs wrist angiography, a technique allowing for faster recovery and less puncture-site bleeding
• Specialises in coronary stent placement and balloon angioplasty to restore heart blood flow
• Former Chief Assistant at Siyami Ersek Hospital, a premier centre for heart surgery and research
• Expert in TAVI and MitraClip for minimally invasive heart valve repair without open surgery

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

Professor Okay Abaci is a specialist in interventional cardiology. He treats coronary artery disease using minimally invasive heart angiography to clear blockages.

• Trained in peripheral arterial disease intervention at the Academia in Italy
• Professor at Biruni University Hospital with over 100 medical publications
• Specialises in clearing blocked leg and heart arteries through small incisions
• Member of the European Association for Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
• Awarded by the Turkish Society of Cardiology for clinical excellence

Professor Deniz Suha Kucukaksu leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He pioneered Turkey's mechanical circulatory support programmes for patients with severe heart failure.

• Performs off-pump coronary bypass surgery – operates on a beating heart to reduce risks and recovery time
• Specialises in aortic repairs using EVAR and TEVAR – minimally invasive stent-grafts for diseased blood vessels
• Uses hybrid cardiovascular procedures combining surgery and imaging for more accurate outcomes
• Completed advanced fellowships in heart failure surgery in Germany, France, and the United States

Professor Emrah Ozdemir has handled thousands of interventional cardiology cases at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a major Turkish reference centre for heart health.

• Specialises in radial angiography, performing heart imaging through the arm for improved patient comfort
• Manages challenging coronary procedures to restore blood flow in complex blockages
• Performs peripheral interventions to treat narrowed arteries outside the heart
• Former Faculty Member at Yeni Yuzyil University Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Yunus Keser Yilmaz combines cardiovascular surgery with integrative medicine to support patients through coronary artery disease recovery. He focuses on blending heart surgery with specialised therapies to improve overall health outcomes.

• Published over 100 scientific articles on cardiovascular surgical techniques
• Holds 20 specific certifications in cardiovascular surgery methods
• Integrates ozone therapy and phytotherapy into post-operative heart care
• Former lecturer training the next generation of cardiovascular specialists
• Uses neural therapy to manage pain and recovery after surgery

Dr Akin Torun is a specialty cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who focuses on vascular health and preventive medicine for coronary artery disease.

• Manages complex cardiovascular diseases and leg vascular conditions using non-surgical interventions
• Subspecialises in cardiac rehabilitation to help patients recover after heart events
• Directs athletic performance evaluation and sports cardiology for active individuals
• Treats fundamental heart risk factors including hypertension and cholesterol disorders
• Completed intensive cardiology training at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Catakoglu leads the cardiology unit at Liv Hospital Ulus, specialising in restoring blood flow to the heart through complex stent procedures.

• Performs CTO interventions to open coronary arteries that have been completely blocked for long periods
• Uses TAVI to replace heart valves through a small catheter without needing open-heart surgery
• Expert in FFR and OCT imaging to view vessel walls and measure pressure accurately
• Trained at St George's Hospital in London and specialised in heart physiology in France
• Certified in bioabsorbable scaffolds – stents that dissolve after the artery has healed

Professor Engin Bozkurt is a leading cardiologist who founded and headed the cardiology departments at two major Turkish medical universities.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology to treat blocked arteries without invasive open-heart surgery
• Former head of cardiology at Ankara Ataturk Education and Research Hospital
• Founded the cardiology programme at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University School of Medicine
• Professor of Medicine at Medicana International Ankara Hospital specialising in complex cardiac care

Professor Mehmet Vefik Yazicioglu is a senior interventional cardiologist at Liv Hospital who specialises in reopening difficult arterial blockages and performing cardiac valve repairs.

• Specialises in chronic total occlusion (CTO) – procedures to unblock long-standing, hardened arterial obstructions
• Performs TAVI and Mitraclip – minimally invasive valve repairs that avoid the need for open-heart surgery
• Expert in radial coronary interventions – uses the wrist artery for heart procedures to reduce bleeding risk
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

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 cholesterol disorders and heart failure cases
• Expertise in heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders
• Published research in both national and international medical journals
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine in Istanbul
• Regular guest speaker at international scientific cardiology meetings

Dr. Meki Bilici is a pediatric cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in interventional cardiology and complex congenital heart diseases in children. Dr. Bilici performs minimally invasive transcatheter procedures for neonates and infants. He has published over 50 articles in peer-reviewed international journals.

• Specializes in fetal and pediatric echocardiography and angiographic diagnostics.
• Participated in multicenter clinical studies on patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) closure.
• Member of the Turkish Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that partners with Boston Children’s Hospital.

Professor Sinan Altan Kocaman is a highly skilled interventional cardiologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital who has performed over 1,100 cardiac procedures. He specialises in minimally invasive catheter-based treatments to restore blood flow to the heart.

• Focuses on interventional cardiology to treat blocked arteries without major open-heart surgery
• Performs cardiac electrophysiological studies (EPS) to evaluate and manage heart rhythm irregularities
• Specialises in ablation therapy to treat fast heartbeats by neutralising problematic tissue
• Provides implantation and long-term follow-up for cardiac pacemakers
• Expertise backed by highly cited research published in international medical journals