Coronary artery disease Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Professor Oguzhan Yucel is a senior interventional cardiologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex coronary artery obstructions and heart attack management.

• Performs coronary angiography to visualise heart vessel blockages clearly
• Uses minimally invasive interventions to open clogged arteries without open surgery
• Manages coronary artery disease alongside hypertension and high cholesterol
• Focuses on restoring blood flow to prevent further heart muscle damage
• Expertise includes treating various rhythm disorders and heart valve diseases

Professor Oguzhan Yucel serves as a leading specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on interventional treatments for cardiovascular occlusions and heart attacks.

• Specialises in coronary angiography to identify and treat blocked heart arteries
• Manages complex cases involving heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders
• Uses interventional techniques to restore blood flow without major open surgery
• Focuses on co-managing hypertension and high cholesterol to prevent recurrent heart events

Professor Yozgat is a specialist paediatric cardiologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with deep expertise in managing congenital heart issues. He previously served as an aviation medical specialist, bringing unique discipline to his clinical practice.

• Specialises in paediatric cardiology and childhood heart health
• Trained at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy in Turkey
• Former faculty member at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
• Managed complex cases at Dr Behcet Uz Paediatric Training Hospital
• Expertise includes diagnosing and treating early-onset cardiovascular conditions

Professor Omer Alyan is a leading interventional cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with a strong academic background in heart health.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology – uses minimally invasive catheter-based techniques to open blocked arteries
• Former Cardiology Clinic Supervisor – led specialist teams in complex heart care
• Qualified at the Turkey High Specialisation Training and Research Hospital
• Published researcher in cardiovascular medicine at Dicle University
• Fellow of the Health Sciences University cardiology programme

Dr Mutlu Cicek leads the cardiology team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cardiovascular occlusion and heart attack management.

• Specialises in treating coronary artery disease using evidence-based protocols to manage artery blockages
• Manages hypertension and hyperlipidemia to lower the risk of further cardiac events
• Treats heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders that often complicate coronary cases
• Expertise extends to cervical and leg vascular diseases for comprehensive circulatory health
• Uses modern diagnostic tools to assess heart failure severity and guide treatment

Professor Dursun Aras is a senior cardiology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with a career built at Turkey's most prestigious cardiac research centres.

• Previously led the cardiology clinic at Ankara City Hospital – one of the largest medical complexes in the region
• Specialises in interventional cardiology to restore blood flow to the heart without open surgery
• Former academic at Karabük University – trained the next generation of heart specialists
• Completed intensive residency and fellowship at the Turkey Higher Specialisation Training and Research Hospital

Professor Kilickesmez is a specialist in interventional cardiology with elite international training from the Royal Brompton Hospital in London. She serves as a senior expert at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on restoring blood flow to the heart without open surgery.

• Specialises in radial angiography – using the wrist artery for heart imaging to reduce bleeding risk
• Manages complex coronary interventions and chronic total occlusions – clearing long-term, complete artery blockages
• Uses shockwave balloons and rotablator technology to break down hardened calcium in arteries
• Expert in intracoronary imaging (IVUS, OCT) to ensure precise stent placement and better long-term results

Professor Batur Gonenc Kanar serves as the Turkish Representative for the European Heart Rhythm Association and practices at the prestigious Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Specialises in percutaneous coronary interventions (stents) to open blocked arteries without major surgery
• Trained at the Paris Institute of Cardiology and worked at London's Royal Brompton Hospital
• Expert in coronary angiography, a diagnostic procedure that maps blood flow in the heart
• Regularly manages narrow or blocked arteries using catheter-based techniques for faster patient recovery
• Recognised Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Cardiology Association

Dr Enis Oguz is a specialist in coronary artery interventional therapies at Liv Hospital Ulus. He completed his international fellowship at the University of Leipzig Heart Centre in Germany.

• Performs coronary angiography and balloon-stent procedures to clear blocked arteries
• Specialises in catheter ablation – heat or cold-based treatment for heart rhythm disorders
• Fits pacemakers and resynchronisation therapy devices for patients with heart failure
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Contributed to 20 national and 16 international medical publications on heart health

Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a professor and pediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in complex heart procedures for children. These include heart valve replacements and open heart surgery. Dr. Zeybek earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He later completed a fellowship at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital.

• Performs interventional procedures like radiofrequency ablation and coronary stenting.
• Treats congenital conditions including Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Expertise in cardiac valve plastic surgery and aortic aneurysm repair.
• Works at Uniqacare Clinic, which serves 433,000 patients annually.

Professor Ratanapunt Incharoensakdi founded Thailand's first specialised heart centre and pioneered non-invasive treatments for coronary artery disease.

• Treats blocked arteries using stem cell therapy and interventional cardiology methods
• Completed advanced heart training at the University of Hamburg in Germany
• Former senior cardiologist at top-tier facilities Bumrungrad and Bangkok Hospital
• Specialises in cardiac rehabilitation and holistic revitalization programmes for heart recovery
• Fellow of Kyoto University in Japan focusing on cardiac care

Professor Mehmet Marasli is a dedicated cardiology specialist at Avicenna International Hospital with a strong background in clinical medicine and cardiac care.

• Trained at the prestigious Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialist cardiology training at Cumhuriyet University
• Focuses on managing chronic heart conditions and arterial health
• Experienced in both regional clinical practice and international hospital settings

Professor Gokhan Ertas is a highly credentialed cardiologist at Liv Hospital Ulus who treats complex coronary artery disease. He refined his skills as a research fellow at the world-renowned Thoraxcenter in the Netherlands.

• Performs wrist angiography, a technique allowing for faster recovery and less puncture-site bleeding
• Specialises in coronary stent placement and balloon angioplasty to restore heart blood flow
• Former Chief Assistant at Siyami Ersek Hospital, a premier centre for heart surgery and research
• Expert in TAVI and MitraClip for minimally invasive heart valve repair without open surgery