Best Ventricular Septal Defect Doctors in Turkey for Australians

The doctor graduated from Çukurova University School of Medicine and completed a fellowship in Pediatric Surgery at Erciyes University. With a focus on pediatric surgery, the doctor specializes in conditions such as inguinal and umbilical hernias, appendicitis, constipation, anal fissures, hemorrhoids, ingrown toenails, and ankyloglossia. The doctor has published three articles in international peer-reviewed journals and presented 13 articles at international scientific meetings. The doctor has worked at several institutions, including Erciyes University and Kahramanmaras Children's Hospital.

Professor Emin Tireli is a leading pediatric cardiovascular surgeon who specialises in reconstructing complex heart defects in newborns and children.

• Expert in the ‘septal obliteration’ technique for repairing multiple muscular ventricular septal defects
• Specialises in neonatal surgery for babies born with coarctation and associated heart holes
• Faculty member at the Istanbul School of Medicine, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Published over 100 international research papers on surgical techniques for congenital heart disease

Professor Mert Yilmaz is a dual-certified specialist in adult and paediatric cardiovascular surgery, currently leading the department at Kadikoy Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in minimally invasive cardiac surgery using small incisions for faster recovery
• International member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons in the USA
• Published over 50 manuscripts including world-first reports in medical literature
• Trained as a resident and registrar at Royal South Hants Hospital in the UK
• Completed a clinical fellowship at OLV Hospital in Belgium focusing on heart transplantation

Professor Emin Trly is a leading specialist in paediatric cardiac surgery with published expertise in correcting complex congenital heart defects. He currently provides specialist care at Altınbaş University Hospital.

• Specialises in the modified Nikaidoh procedure for complex cases involving ventricular septal defects
• Expert in paediatric heart valve surgery and reconstructive aortic procedures
• Former professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's oldest medical schools
• Extensively published researcher in congenital heart disease and postoperative cardiac recovery

Professor Akdeniz focuses on paediatric cardiology at Medipol Mega University Hospital – one of the region's largest private medical complexes.

• Trained at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Centre, a major hub for heart care
• Specialises in non-surgical repair techniques for heart wall openings in children
• Uses echocardiography for accurate monitoring of paediatric heart structures
• Member of the Turkish Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery Association

Education and Specialization

• 1982 - 1987: Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• 1987 - 1993: İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital – Specialization

Experience

• 1993 - 1996: İzmir Atatürk State Hospital – Specialist Doctor
• 1996 - 1998: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine – Assistant Professor
• 1998 - 2001: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professor
• 2001 - 2005: Başkent University Adana Practice and Research Hospital – Associate Professor
• 2006 - 2007: Başkent University Adana Practice and Research Hospital – Professor
• 2007 - 2013: Başkent University Istanbul Practice and Research Hospital – Professor
• 2013 - 2015: Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul – Professor
• 2015 - Present: Acıbadem Bakırköy Hospital, Istanbul – Professor

Professor Cengiz Koksal has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular surgeries, establishing himself as a senior authority in complex cardiovascular repair.

• Specialises in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, reducing recovery times and scarring
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Only physician in Turkey authorised to teach specific beating-heart valve repair techniques
• Past President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association
• Published over 80 international peer-reviewed articles on advanced surgical outcomes

• AREAS OF INTEREST
• Spine surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Childhood spinal diseases
• Degenerative spine diseases
• Lumbar cervical disc herniation
• Knee hip joint disorders
• Orthopedic trauma surgery

• Education and Specialization
• 2010 - Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
• 2016 - Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

• Experience
• 2016 - 2022 - Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2015 -2016 - Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA

• Courses and Certificates
• 13.12.2019-14.12.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 08.11.2019-10.11.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 31.08.2015-04.09.2015 Basic Microsurgery Course, MICROSURGERY EDUCATION-RESEARCH LABORATORY
• AO Trauma Course-Basic Principles of Fracture Management
• 07.06.2014-10.06.2014 Fracture Management, Kodi Kojima Chairperson AOTrauma Education Commission
• 01.03.2013-02.03.2013 Instrumentation in Arthroscopic Surgery

• Professional Memberships
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Medical Association - Istanbul Medical Chamber

Professor Sertac Cicek is a world-recognised leader in paediatric cardiac surgery, having completed high-level fellowships at the Mayo Clinic and Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

• Founding member of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery
• Specialises in neonatal cardiac surgery and complex repairs for congenital heart defects
• Performs minimally invasive heart surgery to reduce scarring and speed up recovery times
• Holds the title of Visiting Professor at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in the United States
• Consultant to the Asian Society for Cardiovascular Surgery and various international boards

Education:

• Higher Education (6 Years): Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, 2001
• Specialization in Medicine: Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2007
   

Experience:

• Faculty of Medicine, University of Rostock, Department of Cardiac Surgery - Research Assistant, August 2007 - August 2008
• King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, King Faisal Heart Institute - Fellow, August 2008 - October 2008
• Private Göztepe Şafak Hospital, October 2008 - April 2009
• Private Esnaf Hospital, May 2009 - March 2010
• Düzce Atatürk State Hospital, March 2010 - September 2011
• Private Anadolu Medical Center Hospital, October 2011 - June 2013
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, July 2013 - December 2018
• Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine, January 2019 - April 2023
• Biruni University Faculty of Medicine, April 2023 - Present
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• Professor: December 18, 2020
• Associate Professor: April 16, 2015-December 18, 2020
• Specialist Doctor: November 2009- April 16, 2015
• Research assistant: June 2002 - July 2007
• Faculty of Medicine: Marmara University - English (1995-2001)[Diploma Grade: 75/100] - Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.

Awards:

Second best oral presentation award: Didem Melis Öztaş, Mert Meriç, Metin Onur Beyaz, Mehmet Akif Onalan, Shiraslan Bakhshaliyev, Kıvılcım Sönmez, Kerem Oter, Sedat Ziyade, Beyhan Ömer, Ufuk Alpagut, Murat Uğurlucan. Investigation of the Effect of Erythropoietin on Stem Cell Levels in Cardiovascular Tissue in Diabetic Rats. 19th National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Congress, Kyrenia, Cyprus, October 26-29, 2019.

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a senior paediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic who specialises in managing congenital heart defects in children.

• Performs minimally invasive repairs to close holes in the heart without open-heart surgery
• Completed his specialist fellowship at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital
• Earned his medical degree from the prestigious Hacettepe University Medical Faculty
• Recognised as a Professor of Paediatric Cardiology for his academic and clinical leadership
• Published extensive research on modern paediatric cardiac interventions and patient outcomes

Professor Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is a pioneer in cardiac surgery who leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Specialises in surgical repair for congenital heart defects like ventricular septal defects
• Completed cardiac surgical fellowships in Germany, France, and the United States
• Performs hybrid cardiovascular procedures – combining surgery with minimally invasive catheter-based techniques
• Expert in mechanical circulatory support used to stabilise patients during complex cardiac repairs
• Founding member of several international cardiovascular surgery and artificial organ societies

Dr. Erkancakir is a specialist in pediatric chest diseases. He has experience with acute and chronic respiratory problems, respiratory tract infections, and bronchoscopic procedures. His areas of focus include asthma, sleep-related breathing disorders, cystic fibrosis, and tuberculosis.

He completed his medical degree at Istanbul University. He continued his specialty training at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital and Marmara University. Dr. Erkancakir has worked at leading institutions, such as Bezmialem Vakıf University and Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Turkish Thoracic Society and the European Respiratory Society. Dr. Erkancakir has received more than 20 national and international awards for his research and presentations, especially in pediatric pulmonology and cystic fibrosis.

Dr. Ismail Oral Hastaoglu graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center in 2005. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EACTS, ESVS, UVCD, the Phlebology Association, and TKDCD.

Dr. Hastaoglu specializes in coronary bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, congenital heart diseases, heart tumors, and aneurysm treatments. He also has experience in carotid artery operations, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease management, and AV fistula procedures. He has made important contributions to cardiovascular surgery.

Associate Professor Kursat Fidanci is a specialist paediatric cardiologist with deep expertise in congenital heart diseases at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Specialises in managing congenital heart defects in children and infants
• Performs fetal echocardiography to identify heart issues before birth
• Former faculty member at the GATA Faculty of Medicine department of paediatric cardiology
• Treats complex rhythm disorders and rheumatic heart diseases in young patients