Cardiology Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Professor Ibrahim Sari completed a specialized fellowship at the University of Virginia. He currently treats patients at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital with a focus on evidence-based heart health.

• Holds a European Heart Failure Diploma from the University of Zurich
• Authored over 160 international papers with 3,870 citations by other experts
• Participated in 10 major multicentre international clinical studies
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Heart Failure Association

Professor Yildiz is a leading cardiology expert at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital and a former Chief Physician at the world-renowned Istanbul University Cardiology Institute.

• Specialises in managing coronary artery disease and irregular heart rhythms like atrial fibrillation
• Conducted a major study on coronary artery anomalies involving over 12,000 heart patients
• Uses evidence-based protocols for cholesterol management to improve blood vessel health
• Holds a Master's degree in Healthcare Management from Beykent University
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Oguz Yilmaz is a senior cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specialises in TAVI procedures – a minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery for valve replacement.

• Performs heart valve repairs and aortic aneurysm treatments
• Uses radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping for accurate arrhythmia management
• Expert in complex coronary bypass surgery and vascular interventions like stenting
• Holds a Professorship at Istanbul Arel University and trained at leading heart units

Professor Sahin Kaplan is an interventional cardiology specialist who honed his expertise at London’s Royal Brompton Hospital – a world leader in heart health.

• Performed over 1,100 cardiovascular procedures including complex stent placements
• Specialises in bifurcation lesions – treating blocked arteries where they branch off
• Experts in radiofrequency ablation – using heat to treat heart rhythm disorders
• Published 30+ research papers on coronary artery disease and outcomes

Professor Özdemir specialises in vascular-related cardiology and manages hypertension and artery diseases at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Treats ischemic heart disease – addresses reduced blood flow and oxygen to the heart
• Manages peripheral artery disease – clears blockages in vessels outside the heart and brain
• Specialises in hyperlipidemia – treats high cholesterol to prevent future heart attacks
• Published researcher in drug-related blood disorders at Anatolian Journal of Cardiology
• Trained at Istanbul Bilim University – a specialised health sciences institution

Dr. Cenk Indelen is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in patient blood management and cardiothoracic optimization for heart surgery. He holds an associate professorship and is certified in robotic console surgery from Belgium.

• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Treats complex conditions like aortic valve insufficiency and coronary artery disease.
• Performs robotic surgery, bypass grafting, and TAVI heart valve replacement.
• Published over 25 studies in journals like JAMA and Cardiovascular Journal of Africa.

Associate Professor Yigit Changa is a cardiology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital focused on complex arrhythmias and rhythm disorders.

• Specialises in radiofrequency ablation – a heat-based treatment to correct irregular heartbeats without major surgery
• Trained at Siyami Ersek Hospital – one of Turkey's leading cardiovascular research and training centres
• Manages complex cases of pulmonary hypertension and dilated cardiomyopathy
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association

Professor Ucar has performed over 1,100 successful heart and vascular treatments at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He is internationally recognised for his expertise in pacemaker installation to manage heart rhythm disorders.

• Specialises in stenting and angioplasty to clear blocked arteries without major surgery
• Uses radiofrequency ablation to treat vein conditions using heat-based technology
• Holds a Board Certificate and serves on the council of the European Society of Cardiology
• Recognised for success in pulmonary hypertension and cardiac valve procedures

Professor Akdeniz specializes in coronary artery disease and hypertension management at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He brings expertise from Turkey's premier thoracic and cardiovascular surgery centres.

• Trained at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on managing complex coronary cases and high blood pressure
• Held senior roles at M. Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
• Graduated from the prestigious Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Professor Kocas specialises in interventional cardiology at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, focusing on complex procedures for completely occluded heart vessels.

• Expert in Chronic Total Occlusion – a technique to clear long-term, fully blocked arteries
• Performs TAVI – a minimally invasive valve replacement that avoids open-heart surgery
• Manages heart valve diseases, hypertension, and heart failure
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Institute of Cardiology – a premier Turkish medical centre
• Published research on kidney health following acute coronary syndrome

Professor Dagdeviren serves as the Head of Cardiology at Bahçeşehir University. He leads the department at the JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specialises in internal medicine and cardiovascular health
• Former Head of Cardiology at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Served as Chief Resident at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
• Trained at some of Turkey's most prestigious cardiac research hospitals

Professor Gercekoglu is the Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist at Memorial Atasehir Hospital. He has led several major heart surgery departments across Istanbul as a Medical Director.

• Specialises in surgical treatments for heart and blood vessel conditions
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Medical Park Goztepe Hospital
• Expertise in managing surgical departments at Camlica German Hospital
• Focuses on clinical leadership and high-standard patient care protocols

Professor Abaci is an interventional cardiology specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He focuses on managing complex cardiovascular conditions including heart failure and vascular diseases.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology – uses minimally invasive catheter-based techniques to treat heart conditions
• Expert in treating peripheral artery and leg vascular diseases to improve circulation
• Trained at Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology – a leading Turkish medical institution
• Researched ways to prevent kidney injury during angiography – making heart scans safer for high-risk patients

Professor Baltali focuses on the psychological side of heart health, helping patients manage the mental impact of chronic conditions like hypertension.

• Specialises in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and family therapy
• Completed psychiatry training at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
• Published research in local and international medical journals
• Uses cognitive psychotherapy to help patients cope with chronic illness

Dr. Ibrahim Cansaran is a professor and pediatric cardiologist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital. He ranked second nationally in the 2017 Turkish pediatric cardiology board exam. Dr. Cansaran has authored over 150 scientific papers with 1,200 citations. He specializes in interventional angiography procedures for children.

• Performed over 250 pediatric interventional missions across Kosovo, Libya, and Kenya.
• Former Vice Chair of the Interventional Cardiology Working Group.
• Served as the Director of Pediatric Cardiology Angiography at Çam & Sakura Hospital.
• Completed specialty training at Arkansas Children’s Hospital and Fuwai Heart Center.

Professor Mustafa Guden leads cardiovascular surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He specialises in surgical interventions for atherosclerosis – the buildup of plaque in the arteries.

• Treats blocked or narrowed arteries to restore healthy blood flow
• Practices at a major JCI-accredited university hospital in Istanbul
• Expert in complex surgical procedures for cardiovascular disease
• Focuses on patient-centred care for long-term heart health

Associate Professor Asim Enhos is a specialist cardiologist at the JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He focuses on complex cases of arrhythmia and coronary artery disease using evidence-based protocols.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping to treat irregular heartbeats
• Specialises in minimally invasive stenting and angioplasty for blocked arteries
• Held academic roles as Assistant and Associate Professor for over a decade
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Koksal is the only surgeon in Turkey authorised to practice and teach off-pump mitral valve repair – a technique for fixing heart valves while the heart is still beating.

• Performed over 2,000 successful open-heart and vascular surgeries
• Specialises in minimally invasive mitral and aortic valve replacements
• Uses off-pump techniques to avoid the heart-lung machine for faster recovery
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association
• Named Physician of the Year at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards