Dilated cardiomyopathy Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Samet Erinc is an orthopedic spine surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic knee prosthesis and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Erinc trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA. He specializes in treating pediatric scoliosis and degenerative spine diseases.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Treats childhood spinal diseases, including kyphosis and disk herniation.
• Completed Eurospine accredited modules through the Turkish Spine Society.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Professor Cihan Altin trained in interventional cardiology at the Cleveland Clinic – the world's top-ranked hospital for specialized heart care.

• Specialises in managing complex heart failure and valve diseases
• Performs Mitraclip and Triclip – repairs leaking heart valves via a small catheter without open surgery
• Expert in TAVI – replaces narrowed heart valves using minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EAVI)

Dr Mustafa Dogdus is a specialist cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on structural heart conditions and complex rhythm management.

• Uses Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT-D) to improve heart pumping function and rhythm
• Specialises in managing heart failure and structural defects like holes in the heart
• Performs electrophysiology studies and ablation to treat dangerous irregular heartbeats
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Ertugrul Ercan is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology who completed training at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic and observed practice in Melbourne.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and stem cell therapy for heart muscle repair
• Former Dean and Head of Cardiology at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University
• Holds a European Cardiologist Diploma and is a certified hypertension specialist
• Active member of the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions

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.

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 Ravan Israfilov is a specialist cardiologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on managing heart failure and structural heart issues.

• Treats heart failure diagnosis and management at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals
• Specialises in cardiovascular occlusion – clearing blocked arteries to improve blood flow
• Manages congenital heart disease in adult patients
• Addresses heart rhythm disorders and hypertension associated with weakening heart muscles
• Trained at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine in cardiology

Dr Mutlu Cicek is a heart failure specialist at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cardiac muscle disorders and rhythm management.

• Specialises in managing heart failure and dilated heart muscle conditions
• Treats cardiac arrhythmias to stabilise irregular heartbeats
• Manages hypertension and high cholesterol to reduce further heart strain
• Expertise in heart valve diseases often linked to cardiomyopathy
• Focuses on non-surgical therapies to improve heart function

The doctor specializes in the comprehensive management of cardiovascular conditions, with a primary clinical focus on coronary artery diseases, including the treatment of cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks. Expertise extends to the diagnosis and management of hypertension and hyperlipidemia, as well as the treatment of heart valve diseases and various rhythm disorders or arrhythmias.

In addition to clinical management, the doctor is highly skilled in interventional cardiology, specifically performing coronary procedures and diagnostic angiography to address complex vascular issues.

Professor Oguzhan Yucel is a senior interventional cardiologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in catheter-based treatments for complex heart muscle and valve conditions.

• Performs coronary angiography and interventions to restore heart blood flow
• Manages heart valve disease and rhythm disorders (arrhythmias)
• Specialises in treating hypertension and high cholesterol to prevent heart failure
• Focuses on interventional techniques for cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks

Professor Bekler is a heart failure specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with deep academic roots in internal medicine and cardiology.

• Trained at Gazi University and Mustafa Kemal University in specialist cardiology
• Served as academic staff at Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on pharmacological and interventional management for heart muscle conditions
• Former specialist at Hatay Training and Research Hospital managing complex cardiac cases

Associate Professor Asim Enhos is a senior cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a background in academic research and complex cardiac care.

• Held a long-standing professorship at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University
• Specialises in interventional cardiology and structural heart conditions
• Formerly served at the specialized Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Centre
• Completed rigorous specialist training at the Istanbul Bagcilar Research Hospital

Professor Ertugrul Okuyan serves as the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and specialises in managing complex structural heart disease at Medipol Health Group.

• Focuses on heart failure and rhythm disorders associated with cardiomyopathy
• Uses advanced cardiac MRI and CT angiography for precise heart muscle mapping
• Expert in interventional cardiology – performs non-surgical repairs for damaged heart valves
• Faculty member at Istanbul Medipol University training the next generation of cardiologists
• Member of international cardiology societies providing access to global treatment protocols

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a senior paediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic with high-level expertise in managing complex heart muscle conditions in children.

• Specialises in pacemaker installation to help regulate heart rhythms in paediatric patients
• Performs heart valve replacement and plastic surgery for cardiac valves using precise techniques
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Istanbul University – two of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties
• Completed an intensive five-year paediatric cardiology fellowship at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital

Professor Cengiz Koksal is the only surgeon in Turkey authorised to perform and teach off-pump mitral valve repair – a vital procedure for managing heart failure complications.

• Performed 2,000+ open-heart and vascular surgeries at leading cardiovascular centres
• Specialises in beating-heart surgery which avoids the use of heart-lung machines
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine
• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards
• President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association from 2016 to 2018

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.

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.