Best Heart cryoablation Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr. Ali Gozukucuk is a pediatric surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a specialized fellowship in pediatric surgery at Erciyes University. Dr. Gozukucuk treats children for conditions like hernias, appendicitis, and congenital defects. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in treating inguinal hernias, umbilical hernias, and ankyloglossia.
• Published three articles in international peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Presented 13 research papers at international scientific meetings.
• Performs pediatric urological and cardiac surgical procedures.

Professor Ertugrul Okuyan serves as the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and leads complex heart rhythm and structural interventions at Medipol Health Group.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and advanced rhythm disorder management
• Faculty member at the International School of Medicine at Istanbul Medipol University
• Expert in non-surgical interventions for valve repairs and arterial blockages
• Manages adult congenital heart disease and advanced structural heart conditions
• Recognised leader in national cardiovascular policy and specialist training programmes

Dr Remziye Dogan is a specialist cardiologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a dedicated focus on the diagnosis and treatment of heart arrhythmias.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology including balloon and stent procedures
• Expertise in Transesophageal Echocardiography for detailed heart imaging
• Focuses on managing complex heart failure and valve diseases
• Trained at Bursa Uludağ University – one of Turkey's established medical faculties
• Manages heart rhythm disorders using Holter monitoring and targeted treatments

Professor Fatih Mehmet Ucar is the Head of Electrophysiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, specialising in complex heart rhythm disorders and cardiac device therapy.

• Completed advanced electrophysiology training at the University Heart Center Lübeck in Germany
• Holds a prestigious fellowship from the Cleveland Clinic, a global leader in cardiac care
• Certified by the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA) for observational training in arrhythmia
• Serves as a Professor of Cardiology at Demiroglu Bilim University, training the next generation of specialists
• Accredited by the Turkish Board for Accreditation in Cardiology

Professor Ertan Sagbas is a leading specialist in arrhythmia surgery and minimally invasive cardiac procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at the Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic in Belgium – a world-renowned centre for cardiovascular excellence
• Specialises in robotic heart surgery using the da Vinci Robotic System
• Expert in port access surgery for less invasive heart repairs
• Former Professor at Istanbul Bilim University training the next generation of cardiac surgeons
• Focuses on complex aortic surgery and valve repairs

Associate Professor Yigit Changa is a senior cardiology specialist at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He focuses on complex interventional cardiology and cardiac rhythm management.

• Earned his Associate Professor title at the prestigious Dr Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Centre
• Recognised as a specialist by the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Completed intensive residency training at one of Turkey's largest dedicated heart research hospitals
• Fluent in English, ensuring clear communication regarding cardiac treatment plans
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association

Dr. Oguz Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in TAVI procedures, heart valve diseases, and coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Yilmaz received the best presentation award from the National Cardiology Congress. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Arel University.

• Performs endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Expert in heart aneurysm repair and varicose vein surgery.
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).

Associate Professor Cenk Indelen is a highly skilled cardiovascular surgeon who specialises in minimally invasive cardiac procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in robotic surgery at the Orsi da Vinci Training Centre in Belgium
• Expert in blood management protocols and cost-effective clinical outcomes
• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Widely published researcher with over 20 academic papers on heart surgery outcomes

Professor David Saba brings elite international training from the University of Hannover-Freiburg and Toronto General Hospital to his cardiovascular practice in Istanbul.

• Held the rank of Professor at Bayrampaşa Kolan Hospital and Uludağ University
• Completed specialised training in heart transplantation at Koşuyolu Heart Training and Research Hospital
• Lead cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Expertise includes complex heart valve surgery and minimally invasive cardiac techniques
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

Education and Specialization

• Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine
• Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology – Specialization

Experience

• Cleveland Clinic, Invasive Cardiology Unit, Ohio, USA
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• Antalya Yaşam Hospitals  

Dr. Emin Tireli has performed over 6,300 pediatric congenital cardiac surgeries at Medical Park Bahcelievler. He specializes in extremely complex heart defects in newborns and children. Dr. Tireli is a global pioneer in the complex Nikaidoh procedure. He currently serves as a faculty member at Istanbul School of Medicine.

• Performs more than 100 neonatal cardiac surgeries every year.
• Expert in arterial switch operations and Norwood procedures.
• Authored over 100 articles in local and international medical journals.
• Treats extremely low birth weight infants for PDA ligations.

Associate Professor Hakan Ucar is a senior cardiologist at VM Medical Park Florya, holding dual board certification from the European and Turkish Societies of Cardiology.

• Specialises in electrophysiological studies and ablation procedures for heart rhythm disorders
• Expertise in complex cardiac interventions, including pacemaker procedures and valve repairs
• Former Head of Cardiology at major university and training hospitals across Turkey
• Published over 30 international peer-reviewed research papers on coronary artery health
• Co-authored multiple practical handbooks on advanced interventional cardiology techniques

Dr. Ugur Filizcan is a cardiovascular surgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement, coronary bypass surgery, and aortic aneurysm repair. Dr. Filizcan treats complex conditions including aortic insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its specialised stroke and cardiac care units.

• Performs open heart surgery and coronary stenting.
• Expertise includes radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation.
• Installs heart pacemakers and performs coronary revascularization.
• Treats patients at a hospital with 10 surgical theaters and 63 intensive care beds.

Dr. Riza Turkoz is a cardiovascular and pediatric cardiac surgeon at Medical Park Antalya. He specializes in treating complex congenital heart conditions in both children and adults. Dr. Turkoz is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. He performs critical procedures like the Ross procedure, aortic valve replacement, and Tetralogy of Fallot surgery.

• Treats congenital heart diseases including atrial and ventricular septal defects.
• Performs open heart surgery, valvuloplasty, and cardiac valve reconstruction.
• Member of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Association.
• Works at a facility that performs the most successful transplants in Turkey.

Dr. Serkan Burc Deser is a cardiovascular surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He has successfully performed hundreds of heart and vascular operations across several university hospitals. Dr. Deser holds a Proficiency Certificate from the Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Qualification Board. He completed international training at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York and clinics in Austria and Italy.

• Specializes in aortic aneurysm surgery and heart valve replacement.
• Expert in endovascular techniques, including EVAR, TEVAR, and FEVAR.
• Performs robotic heart surgery and carotid artery procedures.
• Trained in advanced vascular surgery at Paracelsus Medical University in Austria and Germany.

Dr Ravan Israfilov is a cardiology specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on managing complex heart rhythm disorders.

• Trained at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine in cardiology specialising in arrhythmia management
• Treats patients with cardiovascular occlusion and structural heart issues
• Manages long-term heart failure and hypertension cases
• Focuses on diagnostic accuracy for both congenital and acquired heart conditions

Professor Dogan Erdogan is a highly academic cardiologist who completed an intensive fellowship at the world-leading Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Specialised in cardiology at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Previously served as a Professor at Suleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in non-invasive cardiac imaging and echocardiography for precise procedure planning
• Held senior positions at the Baskent University Konya Research and Application Centre
• Practises at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, a major cardiac referral centre

Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.

• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards.
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• Provides expert treatment for complex mitral valve repair and carotid artery surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and edited a major vascular surgery textbook.