Dilated cardiomyopathy Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

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

• Specialises in Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) systems for heart failure
• Completed international fellowships in advanced cardiac surgery across Germany, France, and the USA
• Performs coronary bypass and hybrid cardiovascular procedures to improve heart function
• Founding member of professional societies dedicated to artificial organ systems
• Expert in mechanical circulatory support to help the heart pump blood

Dr. Ismail Oral Hastaoglu graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center in 2005. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EACTS, ESVS, UVCD, the Phlebology Association, and TKDCD.

Dr. Hastaoglu specializes in coronary bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, congenital heart diseases, heart tumors, and aneurysm treatments. He also has experience in carotid artery operations, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease management, and AV fistula procedures. He has made important contributions to cardiovascular surgery.

Professor Omer Alyan serves as a senior cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with a background in high-level cardiac research and clinical training.

• Specialised in cardiology at the Turkey High Specialisation Training and Research Hospital
• Managed complex heart muscle disorders as a Cardiology Clinic Supervisor
• Published extensive research on cardiovascular health in peer-reviewed journals
• Held academic roles at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Dursun Aras is a leading cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital who specialise in complex heart failure and rhythm management.

• Performed extensive clinical work at the Turkey Higher Specialisation Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on interventional cardiology to improve heart muscle function and blood flow
• Former senior academic at the University of Health Sciences Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in managing patient recovery at one of Turkey's top-tier university hospitals
• Expertise includes heart muscle disorders and advanced cardiac imaging for accurate diagnosis

Professor Yilmaz Yozgat is a leading specialist in paediatric cardiology at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, focusing on complex heart muscle conditions in children.

• Trained at the prestigious Gulhane Military Medical Academy in child health and cardiology
• Former Professor at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in paediatric heart conditions, providing expert management for young patients
• Previously served at the Merzifon Aviation Medicine Centre
• Expertise includes diagnosing and treating structural and functional heart issues in infants and adolescents

Professor Hasan Yucel has performed over 10,000 heart valve surgeries with a record of minimal complications at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Specialises in managing heart failure and complex rhythm disorders using interventional techniques
• Published extensive research on cardiac outcomes in international medical journals
• Regular guest speaker at global cardiovascular scientific meetings and medical education forums
• Completed senior residency at Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine in Istanbul
• Expert in treating cholesterol disorders to prevent further heart muscle damage

Professor Emrah Ozdemir is an interventional cardiology specialist at Biruni University Hospital who trained at the prestigious Florence Nightingale Hospital – a primary reference centre for heart care.

• Performed thousands of interventional procedures for complex cardiovascular conditions
• Specialises in radial angiography – access through the arm for faster recovery and less bleeding
• Expert in managing challenging coronary and peripheral arterial procedures
• Faculty member at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine training future heart specialists
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Okay Abaci is a senior cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital who has published over 100 research papers on cardiovascular care.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and angiography to assess heart muscle function
• Trained in peripheral arterial disease interventions at the Academia in Italy
• Holds a professorship at the prestigious Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI Association
• Recognised with multiple awards from the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Kocas is a leading interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital with over a decade of specialist experience at the prestigious Istanbul University Cardiology Institute.

• Specialises in managing dilated cardiomyopathy through advanced cardiac imaging and interventional therapies
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology, focusing on heart failure and structural heart disease
• Expert in percutaneous interventions, providing minimally invasive options for patients with weakened heart muscles
• Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, ensuring high standards in cardiac procedures

Professor Engin Bozkurt is the founding Head of Cardiology at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University – one of Turkey's major medical training institutions.

• Specialises in managing complex heart muscle conditions and chronic heart failure
• Led the cardiology department at the Ankara Atatürk Education and Research Hospital
• Focuses on interventional cardiology to improve heart function without open surgery
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC)
• Expert in diagnostic imaging to assess structural damage in heart chambers