Cardiology Doctors Abroad — Page 14

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.

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.

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a specialist general surgeon at Umran Tip Merkezi who focuses on abdominal and endocrine health. She treats a variety of surgical needs using modern laparoscopic techniques.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal surgery for gallbladder, hernias, and appendicitis
• Performs endocrine surgery on thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Manages diagnosis and surgical treatment for benign and malignant breast disorders
• Uses minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures for faster patient recovery
• Provides emergency and trauma surgery for acute surgical conditions

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a radiology specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on identifying cardiovascular conditions through high-precision imaging.

• Provides cross-sectional MRI and CT imaging for heart and vascular conditions
• Performs vascular ultrasonography to assess blood flow and vessel health
• Conducts interventional radiology – minimally invasive procedures guided by live imaging
• Collaborates with clinical heart teams to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
• Specialised in radiology at Ondokuz Mayıs University

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmologist at Ümran Medical Centre specialising in precision microsurgery to restore and preserve vision.

• Performs cataract surgery using phacoemulsification – a technique using ultrasound to break up cataracts for easier removal
• Corrects vision disorders like myopia and astigmatism using laser-based refractive surgery
• Manages diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration to prevent sight loss from retinal diseases
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma management

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a dietician at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on clinical nutrition for managing cardiovascular conditions.

• Designs evidence-based nutrition plans to support heart health and manage metabolic disorders
• Creates tailored meal programmes for weight control and improved body composition
• Offers lifestyle counselling to help prevent chronic disease through balanced eating habits
• Provides patient-centred support to empower sustainable healthy lifestyle changes

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior specialist at Umran Tip Merkezi who focuses on skin cancer detection and long-term dermatological care.

• Specialises in dermato-oncology – the evaluation and surgical treatment of skin tumours
• Treats chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Performs cosmetic rejuvenations including fillers and chemical peels
• Uses laser and light-based therapies for vascular lesions and scarring
• Graduated from Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine at the top of his field

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical training from Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats medical skin conditions including acne, eczema, and psoriasis
• Focuses on dermato-oncology for the early detection of skin cancers
• Performs surgical excision of suspicious lesions and skin tumours
• Provides paediatric dermatology for skin diseases in children and adolescents
• Uses laser therapy for vascular lesions and pigmentation disorders