Pulmonary hypertension Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr Akin Torun is a dedicated cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who focuses on the management of vascular health and performance medicine.

• Treats hypertension and cholesterol disorders to manage cardiac risk factors
• Specialises in leg vascular diseases including circulation and vessel health
• Trained at Kocaeli University – a major Turkish medical research centre
• Focuses on preventive medicine to improve long-term heart and lung function
• Evaluates athletic performance and cardiac rehabilitation for active patients

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

Associate Professor Cuneyt Kocas is an expert in interventional cardiology based at Biruni University Hospital. He specialises in using minimally invasive catheter-based techniques to manage complex heart and lung circulation issues.

• Trained at the Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute – a premier Turkish medical centre
• Specialises in percutaneous intervention – uses small punctures instead of open surgery for heart repairs
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
• Member of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions
• Expert in angiography – uses imaging to guide precise treatment of narrowed vessels

Dr. Emrah Ozdemir is an interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed thousands of procedures, focusing on radial angiography and complex coronary interventions. Dr. Ozdemir trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a recognized reference center for cardiology in Turkey. He treats conditions like atherosclerosis, hypertension, and arrhythmia using non-surgical techniques.

• Expertise in transradial angiography, performing procedures through the patient's arm.
• Treats challenging coronary and peripheral vascular cases.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital.

Professor Okay Abaci is a senior cardiologist and vascular specialist at Biruni University Hospital with over 100 published research works on heart health.

• Specialises in cardiovascular and peripheral arterial interventions to improve blood flow
• Holds a Professorship at Istanbul University Cardiology Institute – Turkey's premier heart centre
• Completed international fellowship training in peripheral arterial disease management in Italy
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology and the European Association for Percutaneous Intervention

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 heart failure and rhythm disorders
• Expert in treating heart valve disease which often triggers lung-related blood pressure issues
• Published research in both national and international medical journals
• Trained at Cukurova University School of Medicine and Cumhuriyet University
• Regular guest speaker at international scientific meetings and continuing education forums

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 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 Yunus Keser Yilmaz brings a unique dual background as a Cardiovascular Surgeon Specialist and an Integrative Medicine Physician to complex heart and lung cases.

• Treats cardiovascular conditions using a blend of surgical expertise and complementary therapies
• Published over 100 scientific articles in international medical journals
• Holds 20 specialist certificates in cardiovascular surgical techniques
• Integrates ozone therapy and phytotherapy into standard recovery protocols
• Practises at Natural Klinik, focusing on holistic cardiac rehabilitation

Professor Kocaman is a senior cardiologist and electrophysiology expert at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He leads complex cardiac interventions for patients with blood pressure issues affecting the heart and lungs.

• Treats pulmonary hypertension through interventional cardiology and specialized heart monitoring
• Performs ablation therapy – uses heat or cold to fix irregular heart rhythms
• Specialises in fitting and managing cardiac pacemakers to regulate heart function
• Published extensive research on cardiovascular health with high international citation rates
• Member of several national and international scientific cardiology societies

Associate Professor Meki Bilici is a senior expert in paediatric cardiology who focuses on helping children manage complex heart and lung circulation issues.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and congenital heart diseases across all age groups
• Performs pulmonary vasoreactivity tests – determines the best medication path for lung pressure
• Experienced in transcatheter closure procedures for heart defects without open surgery
• Published international research on managing pulmonary hypertension alongside congenital heart defects
• Member of the Turkish Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Association

Professor Omer Alyan is a senior cardiologist at Medipol Bahcelievler University Hospital who specialises in managing complex blood pressure issues within the heart and lungs.

• Previously served as Cardiology Clinic Supervisor at Private Veni Vidi Hospital
• Held a senior academic role at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at the Turkey High Specialisation Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on interventional cardiology to improve blood flow and heart function

Professor Yazicioglu is a leading cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, specialising in advanced interventional care for complex heart and lung-related vascular conditions.

• Published research on the effects of specialised medication on right heart function and pulmonary pressure
• Specialises in adult congenital interventions, including ASD and VSD closures to manage heart strain
• Performs renal denervation, a procedure using radiofrequency energy to treat resistant high blood pressure
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Yilmaz Yozgat is a senior specialist in paediatric cardiology at Medipol University Hospital, focusing on heart and lung pressure issues in children.

• Specialises in managing pulmonary hypertension within the paediatric population
• Held senior positions at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at the prestigious Gulhane Military Medical Academy
• Former specialist at Merzifon Aviation Medicine Centre
• Published academic research on paediatric heart health and disease management

Professor Aras lead the Cardiology Clinic at Ankara City Hospital, bringing senior clinical leadership to the management of complex heart and lung circulation issues.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology to treat high blood pressure in the lung arteries
• Former Head of Cardiology at Turkey's Higher Specialisation Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in managing right-sided heart strain and pulmonary vascular resistance
• Uses cardiac catheterisation – a thin tube to measure lung artery pressure precisely
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, one of the region's top medical schools