Best Hypertension Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Professor Ertugrul Okuyan is the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and a leading expert in managing complex cardiovascular conditions.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and structural heart disease assessment
• Uses arterial blockage screening and Holter monitoring for precise diagnosis
• Performs coronary balloon and stent interventions for heart health
• Serves as a senior faculty member at Istanbul Medipol University
• Directs patient care at the JCI-accredited Medipol Health Group

Dr Ravan Israfilov leads the cardiology department at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, where he focuses on managing complex blood pressure cases.

• Treats hypertension alongside cardiovascular occlusion – the blockage of blood vessels that can lead to heart attacks
• Diagnoses and manages heart failure to help patients regain stamina and improve daily quality of life
• Corrects heart rhythm disorders using targeted medical protocols to prevent further cardiovascular complications
• Provides combined therapy for high cholesterol to reduce long-term stroke risks

Dr Mehmet Saygi is a cardiovascular specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a high-volume clinical background in heart health.

• Performed 2,500+ coronary angiographies and 300+ stent and balloon procedures
• Focuses on hypertension management alongside heart failure and valve disease care
• Uses Holter monitoring to diagnose heart rhythm issues related to high blood pressure
• Utilises transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) for detailed heart imaging and assessment
• Trained at Siyami Ersek Hospital, a major cardiovascular research and training centre

Professor Mustafa Saglam leads the Cardiology Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with expertise in managing heart and blood pressure disorders.

• Specialises in ambulatory cardiac monitoring – tracks blood pressure over 24 hours for precise diagnosis
• Performs balloon valvuloplasty – uses a balloon to open narrowed heart valves without major surgery
• Expert in endovascular repair – uses small incisions to fix blood vessels, leading to quicker recovery
• Trained at Kosuyolu Heart Teaching Hospital – a top Turkish cardiovascular research centre

Professor Ibrahim Halil Tanboga is a highly qualified cardiologist who refined his expertise in complex heart conditions at St Thomas Hospital in London.

• Specialises in managing coarctation – a narrowing of the large artery that causes severe hypertension
• Expert in interventional cardiology including stent and balloon treatments for restricted blood flow
• Holds a PhD in Biostatistics which supports precise, evidence-based treatment planning for cardiovascular health
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Dr Remziye Dogan is a cardiology specialist at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, where she manages complex cardiovascular health cases.

• Specialises in managing high blood pressure and related heart conditions
• Uses Holter monitoring to track heart rhythms and blood pressure changes
• Performs transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) for detailed heart imaging
• Trained at Bursa Uludağ University and Atatürk University faculties of medicine
• Expertise includes diagnosing coronary artery disease and managing heart failure

Dr. Nermina Alagic is an attending cardiologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul, a Johns Hopkins Medicine affiliate. She graduated from Istanbul University–Cerrahpaşa. She completed her cardiology residency at Istanbul Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital (2014–2018). She focuses on cardiac imaging. She has expertise in 2D/3D transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography (TTE/TEE). She advanced this training through research at the UAB Echo Lab (2015) and hands-on 2D/3D TEE work in the TEE Lab (2018–2019).

Her research covers photomedicine and cardiology. Her papers appear in Journal of Biomedical Optics, PNAS, Photochemistry and Photobiology, Echocardiography, Minerva Cardioangiologica, and Archives of Medical Science (2013–2020). She completed a clinical and interventional cardiology observership at Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney (2019). She also worked at the Harvard Medical School Wellman Center for Photomedicine (2012–2013). She is a full member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology, and an EACVI silver member. Award: ASP Fredrick Urbach Memorial Student Travel Award (2013).

Professor Emrah Özdemir is a specialist cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with a specific focus on complex hypertension and hyperlipidemia management.

• Trained at Istanbul Bilim University – one of Turkey's leading private medical schools
• Manages chronic hypertension alongside coronary and peripheral artery diseases
• Expertise in lipid management to reduce secondary cardiovascular risks
• Previous senior roles at Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Published researcher in high-impact international cardiology journals

Professor Sahin Kaplan is a highly regarded cardiologist who has performed over 1,100 treatments and held a prestigious posting at London's Royal Brompton Hospital.

• Specialises in managing hypertension alongside complex cardiac issues like artery ectasia
• Researched how central blood pressure and arterial stiffness impact heart function
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Former Professor of Cardiology at Karadeniz Technical University – training future heart specialists
• Published extensive peer-reviewed research on ventricular synchrony in hypertensive patients

Professor Hakan Ucar has performed 1,100 successful heart and vascular treatments at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He holds the European Society of Cardiology Board Certificate, a prestigious mark of professional proficiency.

• Manages complex cardiovascular cases and high blood pressure at Istanbul's leading specialist centres
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology Council
• Recognised for research in both national and international cardiovascular forums
• Trained at Bursa Uludag University's Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in treating heart conditions that contribute to persistent high blood pressure

Professor Celal Akdeniz is a senior cardiologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital with deep expertise in managing complex cardiovascular conditions.

• Trained at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, one of the region's top medical schools
• Researched at Siyami Ersek Training and Research Hospital, a major centre for heart health
• Specialises in interventional cardiology and structural heart conditions
• Focuses on managing cardiovascular risk factors to prevent heart failure and strokes

Professor Cuneyt Kocas is a leading interventional cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with a specific focus on managing complex cases of high blood pressure.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and the management of chronic heart conditions
• Formerly a Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute – a premier medical training facility
• Treats hypertension alongside metabolic issues like hyperlipidemia, often known as high cholesterol
• Extensive background in treating heart failure and completely occluded heart vessels

He graduated from Ankara Başkent High School in 1992 and Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 1999. She completed her specialty training at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and became a psychiatry specialist in 2005.

She has received Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Group Supervision training; Level I and II Family Therapies Training; Cognitive Psychotherapy Training; Family and Relationship Therapies Training and has articles published in local and foreign journals. Her field of interest is family and relationship therapies.

Professor Okay Abaci is a leading cardiologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who focuses on managing blood pressure and vascular health.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and treating peripheral artery diseases
• Researched the impact of rosuvastatin on kidney health for the American Journal of Cardiology
• Trained at the Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology – Turkey's premier heart centre
• Focuses on preventitive care for heart failure and hyperlipidaemia (high cholesterol)

Associate Professor Fatih Mehmet Ucar serves as Head of the Department of Electrophysiology and Device Therapy at the prestigious Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Completed specialist electrophysiology training at the Arrhythmia Clinic in Germany Lübeck Hospital
• Observed clinical practices at the Cleveland Clinic, a global leader in cardiac care
• Recognised as a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology
• Member of the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA) focusing on cardiac rhythm management
• Holds academic rank as Associate Professor at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine

Dr Ozkan Bekler is a heart health expert at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, specialising in the intersection of internal medicine and cardiology.

• Specialised in cardiology at Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on managing blood pressure through evidence-based cardiovascular protocols
• Served as a Specialist Doctor at Hatay Training and Research Hospital
• Held an academic staff position as a Cardiology Clinical Instructor
• Fellowship-trained in internal medicine for a holistic approach to patient care

Associate Professor Asim Enhos brings high-level academic expertise to the treatment of hypertension at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialises in cardiology with focus on managing blood pressure and heart health
• Previously served as Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University
• Trained at Istanbul Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital, a major cardiology hub
• Experienced in managing complex cases across several specialist Turkish public hospitals
• Recognised for clinical research in cardiovascular medicine and patient care protocols

Prof. Cengiz KÖKSAL, M.D.

Cardiovascular Surgery

Areas of Expertise

• Minimally invasive mitral valve repair and replacement
• Off-pump (beating heart) mitral valve surgery
• Minimally invasive aortic valve replacement
• Minimally invasive coronary bypass surgery
• Carotid (neck artery) surgery
• Aesthetic varicose vein surgery
• Non-surgical treatment of arterial/venous aneurysms in the legs

Education

• Primary Education – Afyon, Turkey
• Secondary & High School – Darüşşafaka High School, Graduated as Top of Class
• M.D., Doctor of Medicine – Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 1992
• Specialization in Cardiovascular Surgery – Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University (1992–1998)

Career

• Cardiovascular Surgeon – Süreyyapaşa Chest, Heart and Vascular Diseases Hospital (2001–2007)
  • Contributed to the foundation of the Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic
  • Achieved Associate Professor title in 2005
• Senior Surgeon – Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital (2007 onward)
  • Appointed Deputy Chief of Cardiovascular Surgery in 2009
  • Clinical Educator from 2011 to 2017
  • Performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular surgeries
  • Education Supervisor of the Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic (2016–2017)
• Professor – Bezmialem Vakıf University, Faculty of Medicine (2017–2024)
  • Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department
• Current Position – Medipol University, Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital (Since July 2024)

International Training and Grants

• Leonardo da Vinci EU Scholarship Winner, Portugal (2012)
• Advanced trainings in minimally invasive mitral valve surgery (without sternotomy or heart-lung machine) conducted in:
  • Israel, Portugal, United Kingdom, Italy, Germany (2012–2016)

Achievements & Honors

• "Physician of the Year", Ibn Sina 1000th Year Medical Awards (2018)
• Only physician in Turkey authorized to educate and practice off-pump mitral valve repair
• Organizer of annual Mitral Valve Repair Workshops with national and international participation
• President, National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association (2016–2018)
• Editor, the most comprehensive vascular surgery textbook published in Turkish

Academic Contributions

• 80+ peer-reviewed international scientific articles
• 75+ national publications
• Authored 4 book chapters

Delivered 

200+ presentations

 in national and international conferences (since 2011)