Pulmonary hypertension Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Erdal Aslim is an award-winning cardiovascular and vascular surgeon in Istanbul. He performs endovascular and open surgeries for heart and blood vessel disorders. Dr. Aslim has completed training in Austria and Turkey. He holds the Gore-Tex Young Researcher Award for his work in vascular surgery. You can find him at Central Hospital and his private clinic.

• Treats aortic aneurysms, carotid stenosis, and peripheral arterial disease.
• Winner of the Best Scientific Presentation Award for cardiology updates.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Works at a facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Dr. Gokhan Bektasoglu is a cardiologist trained at the Faculties of Medicine of Hacettepe University and Cumhuriyet University. He has worked at Medicine Hospital (2014). He also served at Private European Dawn Hospital, Atrium Cardiology Center (2012–2014); Izmir Karşıyaka State Hospital (2011–2012); Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital (2011); and Uzunköprü State Hospital (2009–2011).

His clinical focus includes coronary and peripheral angiography with balloon and stent procedures. He performs carotid stenting, EVAR, and TEVAR. He is experienced in echocardiography and TEE. He manages device therapy (pacemaker, ICD, CRT) and arrhythmias. He treats heart failure. He performs ASD and VSD closure. He also offers valve therapies, including TAVI, mitral balloon valvuloplasty, and MitraClip. He has published in the American Journal of Cardiology, American Journal of Emergency Medicine, Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis, European Journal of Echocardiography, Bratislava Medical Journal, and International Journal of Angiology. He has presented at international cardiology meetings.

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 certified Hypertension Specialist and Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology who completed part of his residency in Melbourne.

• Trained at the Cleveland Clinic's cardiology department in the United States
• Recognised as a specialist by the European Society of Cardiology
• Member of the Turkish Hypertension and Atherosclerosis Association
• Expert in interventional cardiology and valvular heart disease management
• Former Medical Director and Dean at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University

Dr Mustafa Dogdus is a specialist cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on the complex relationship between structural heart defects and high lung blood pressure.

• Specialises in ASD and VSD closure – uses non-surgical techniques to repair heart holes that cause pulmonary hypertension
• Expert in Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT-D) to improve heart rhythm and efficiency
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Cardiovascular Academy Association
• Focuses on peripheral vascular interventions to manage circulatory issues throughout the body

Dr Humayun Kakar is a cardiology specialist who recently completed prestigious training in managing complex heart conditions at the University of Zurich in Switzerland.

• Specialises in managing high blood pressure in the lungs and heart failure cases
• Member of the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI)
• Holds professional membership with the American College of Cardiology
• Fellow of the Heart Failure Association, focusing on improved patient outcomes
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University, a major Turkish medical research institution

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 specialises in heart failure and hypertension management at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a key centre for complex cardiac care.

• Manages pulmonary hypertension linked to congenital heart disease and rhythm disorders
• Trained at Kocaeli University – a leading Turkish academic medical faculty
• Expert in treating cardiovascular occlusion to improve blood flow and heart function
• Specialises in long-term management of heart failure and high cholesterol

Dr Mutlu Cicek leads the cardiology efforts at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cardiovascular conditions and circulatory health.

• Specialises in managing high blood pressure and vascular diseases of the legs
• Treats heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders like arrhythmias
• Manages heart failure cases using clinical protocols for cardiovascular occlusion
• Focuses on hyperlipidemia to reduce the risk of heart attack

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.

Dr Oguzhan Yucel serves as a specialist cardiologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex vascular and heart pressure management.

• Specialises in treating high blood pressure and hypertension-related cardiovascular issues
• Expert in coronary angiography to assess blood flow through the heart and lungs
• Manages heart valve diseases that can lead to increased lung pressure
• Treats rhythm disorders and high cholesterol to improve overall heart health

Professor Ertugrul Okuyan is the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and a leading expert in managing high blood pressure in the lungs.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and structural heart disease at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
• Performs balloon and stent interventions to open blocked or narrowed pulmonary arteries
• Uses cardiac MRI and CT angiography for highly accurate assessments of heart and lung blood flow
• Member of the International School of Medicine faculty at Istanbul Medipol University

Dr Ozkan Bekler is a highly skilled cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, specialising in complex heart interventions and structural repairs.

• Performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions including bifurcation stenting and main coronary procedures
• Expert in structural heart procedures like mitral balloon valvuloplasty to improve blood flow
• Completed over 700 pacemaker implantations plus specialising in ICD and CRT device placements
• Uses intravascular coronary imaging for high-precision diagnosis and treatment planning

Associate Professor Asim Enhos is a cardiology specialist at Medipol Acibadem Hospital who focuses on managing complex blood pressure issues within the lungs.

• Held a senior academic role as Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University
• Trained at Istanbul Bagcilar Hospital, a major centre for cardiovascular research
• Specialises in interventional cardiology to improve heart and lung blood flow
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology specialising in vascular health

Professor Cengiz Koksal is a leading cardiovascular surgeon who has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular surgeries at major training hospitals.

• Specialises in carotid artery surgery to improve blood flow and manage vascular pressure
• Performs minimally invasive bypass surgery using small incisions for faster patient recovery
• Recognised as Physician of the Year at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association
• Trained in advanced vascular techniques across the UK, Germany, and Italy

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a senior paediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic who specialises in managing complex heart and lung circulation issues in children.

• Performs atrial septal defect surgery to fix holes in the heart and lower lung blood pressure
• Uses stent placement to keep arteries open and improve oxygen flow
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of the region's most prestigious medical faculties
• Former Professor at Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa specialising in paediatric cardiac care
• Published extensive research on childhood cardiovascular outcomes and surgical interventions

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

• Specialises in managing pulmonary hypertension cases within a high-volume cardiology department
• Established the cardiology department at Rize University School of Medicine
• Practises at Medicana International Ankara Hospital, a centre for complex cardiac care
• Trains the next generation of cardiologists in modern diagnostic protocols

Professor Kucukaksu is the Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He pioneered Turkey’s first mechanical circulatory support programmes for patients with severe heart and lung complications.

• Specialises in heart failure surgery and implanting mechanical circulatory support systems
• Expert in hybrid cardiovascular procedures and total artificial heart surgery
• Fellowship trained in heart failure surgery across Germany, France, and the United States
• Performs aortic repairs using EVAR and TEVAR – minimally invasive stenting via smaller incisions
• Member of international professional societies for artificial organ systems and cardiovascular surgery