Coronary artery disease Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Samet Erinc is an orthopedic spine surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic knee prosthesis and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Erinc trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA. He specializes in treating pediatric scoliosis and degenerative spine diseases.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Treats childhood spinal diseases, including kyphosis and disk herniation.
• Completed Eurospine accredited modules through the Turkish Spine Society.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Dr. Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ucar specializes in complex coronary and peripheral interventions. He has published over 30 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. His research focuses on oxidative stress and coronary artery disease complexity.

• Performs heart valve interventions including TAVI, Mitraclip, and mitral balloon procedures.
• Provides electrophysiological studies, ablation, and pacemaker placements.
• Served as the former Head of the Cardiology Department at Biruni University.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility with robotic surgery excellence designations.

Dr Ugur Taskin is a specialist in interventional cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on non-surgical treatments for heart conditions.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology to treat blocked arteries using minimally invasive catheter techniques
• Manages complex coronary artery disease and heart valve disorders without open surgery
• Expert in treating hyperlipidaemia to help prevent further arterial blockages
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Trained at the prestigious Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Muslum Sahin is a specialist in interventional cardiology at VM Medical Park Pendik, focusing on restoring blood flow to the heart.

• Member of the Chronic Total Occlusion Club – specialises in clearing completely blocked arteries.
• Served as Chief Assistant at Kartal Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital.
• Recognised as an Associate Professor for his contribution to cardiac care.
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association and Istanbul Medical Chamber.
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Rifat Eralp Ulusoy is a cardiologist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ulusoy has authored over 125 scientific papers with 1,400+ citations. He specializes in heart valve disease, hypertension, and cardiomyopathies. His training includes clinical roles at top medical centers in Turkey and the United States.

• Specializes in stress, transesophageal, and standard echocardiography imaging.
• Treats complex cases including heart tumors and heart disease during pregnancy.
• Manages cardiac health for cancer, dialysis, and chronic kidney failure patients.
• Treats heart valve infections and various pericardial diseases.

Dr. Erdal Aslim is an award-winning cardiovascular and vascular surgeon in Istanbul. He performs endovascular and open surgeries for heart and blood vessel disorders. Dr. Aslim has completed training in Austria and Turkey. He holds the Gore-Tex Young Researcher Award for his work in vascular surgery. You can find him at Central Hospital and his private clinic.

• Treats aortic aneurysms, carotid stenosis, and peripheral arterial disease.
• Winner of the Best Scientific Presentation Award for cardiology updates.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Works at a facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Dr Caner Topaloglu is an invasive cardiology specialist at Medicalpoint International. He focuses on restoring blood flow to the heart through sophisticated catheter-based techniques.

• Specialises in balloon angioplasty and stent implantation to open narrowed coronary arteries
• Performs carotid and peripheral artery interventions to prevent strokes and improve circulation
• Expert in permanent cardiac pacemaker implantation including ICD and CRT devices
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Ertugrul Ercan is a highly credentialed interventional cardiologist who completed specialist training at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic. He has held senior clinical leadership roles, including Medical Director at Medical Point Hospital.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology – treating blocked arteries using minimally invasive catheter-based techniques
• Holds the European Cardiologist Diploma – a mark of high-level specialist competency
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology, representing the top tier of international specialists
• Former Head of Cardiology – led major academic and clinical cardiovascular departments

Associate Professor Mustafa Dogdus is a specialist in interventional cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on restoring blood flow to the heart.

• Specialises in percutaneous coronary intervention to open blocked arteries using stents without open surgery
• Expert in managing structural heart defects including ASD and VSD closure procedures
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Trained at Ege University Faculty of Medicine, a premier institution for cardiovascular training

Dr Humayun Kakar holds prestigious qualifications from the University of Zurich in Switzerland, specialising in managing complex heart conditions at Medical Point International.

• Member of the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI)
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University – a leading Turkish centre for cardiology research
• Holds membership with the American College of Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology
• Specialises in interventional cardiology to restore blood flow to the heart

Dr. Ilhan Mavioglu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Outpatient Clinic. He performs minimally invasive anaortic coronary bypass and awake carotid surgery. Dr. Mavioglu holds a Professorship from Düzce University and trained at Great Ormond Street Hospital. He specializes in total arterial revascularization and complex endovascular interventions.

• Certified in robotic mitral valve repair and endovascular surgical techniques.
• Performs EVAR, FEVAR, and CERAB procedures for peripheral vascular conditions.
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Surgery.
• Maintains over 400 scientific publications in journals like J Card Surg.

Dr. Murat Sunbul is a Professor of Cardiology at Istinye University, Topkapi Liv Hospital. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers in respected international medical journals. Dr. Sunbul specializes in complex coronary interventions and advanced cardiac imaging. He is an expert in structural heart disease treatments like TAVI and PFO closure.

• Performs carotid, peripheral, and renal artery interventions.
• Expert in coronary imaging using FFR, OCT, and IVUS techniques.
• Provides device therapies including LBB pacing, ICD, and CRT implantation.
• Treats complex conditions like pulmonary hypertension and chronic heart failure.

Associate Professor Cihan Altin is a Cleveland Clinic-trained interventional cardiologist who specialises in advanced techniques to restore blood flow to the heart.

• Trained in interventional cardiology at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic in the USA
• Performs coronary balloon stent procedures to open blocked arteries without major surgery
• Treats complex cardiovascular occlusions and aortic vein aneurysms
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
• Expert in renal denervation, a specialised procedure for treating resistant high blood pressure

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

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 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

Associate Professor Asim Enhos is a senior cardiology specialist at Medipol Acibadem, bringing academic expertise to complex heart care.

• Held a long-term teaching role at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University
• Trained other cardiologists in coronary intervention and heart health
• Fellow of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Specialises in managing blockages using minimally invasive catheter techniques
• Expert in treating patients with high-risk coronary artery disease