Transluminal Arterial Angioplasty (PTA) and Stenting Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Oguzhan Yucel is a specialist cardiologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on interventional procedures for cardiovascular occlusion.

• Performs coronary angiography and interventional stenting to clear blocked arteries
• Manages complex cases of heart valve disease and rhythm disorders
• Specialises in treating high-risk patients with hypertension and hyperlipidaemia
• Expertise includes acute care for heart attack and coronary artery disease
• Academic leader who has reached the rank of Professor in cardiology

Professor Murat Ugurlucan is a highly credentialed cardiovascular specialist at Biruni University Hospital with international training from the University of Rostock and King Faisal Heart Institute.

• Specialises in vascular and endovascular surgery for complex arterial blockages
• Awarded for research into cardiovascular tissue regeneration and diabetic vascular health
• Held senior academic positions at Istanbul University and Istanbul Medipol University
• Trained in advanced cardiac surgery techniques at major research hospitals in Germany
• Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools for his academic contributions

Professor Ozkan Bekler is a heart health specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a background in teaching academic cardiology. He focuses on restoring blood flow through precise interventional techniques.

• Completed specialist cardiology training at Mustafa Kemal University
• Former academic staff member teaching the next generation of cardiologists
• Specialises in internal medicine and complex cardiac interventions
• Expert in minimally invasive methods to open blocked arteries
• Practices at a major Turkish facility known for high-tech cardiac care

Professor Cengiz Koksal is a former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association and a leading specialist in arterial care.

• Performed over 2,000 vascular and open-heart surgeries with high success
• Specialises in non-surgical treatment of arterial aneurysms and neck artery surgery
• Authored the most comprehensive vascular surgery textbook used in Turkey
• Won the Leonardo da Vinci EU Scholarship for advanced vascular training
• Named Physician of the Year at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards

Associate Professor Asim Enhos is a cardiology specialist at Medipol Acibadem Hospital who focuses on restoring blood flow through complex stenting procedures.

• Held the rank of Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University
• Completed specialist cardiology training at the Istanbul Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital
• Managed interventional cases at the Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Centre
• Focuses on interventional cardiology including stenting and arterial angioplasty

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a senior paediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic who specialises in complex vascular interventions for younger patients. He successfully transitioned from academic leadership to high-volume clinical practice.

• Performs transluminal arterial angioplasty and stenting for narrow or blocked vessels
• Handled advanced cases involving intracranial and carotid artery stenting
• Former Head of Paediatric Cardiology for major training hospitals
• Fellowship trained at the Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital
• Expertise includes covered stent placement and aneurysm coiling techniques

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.

Professor Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is a pioneer in hybrid cardiovascular procedures and serves as the Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Centre at Baskent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Specialises in EVAR and TEVAR aortic repairs using minimally invasive stenting techniques
• Completed advanced heart failure surgery fellowships in Germany, France, and the United States
• Pioneered mechanical circulatory support and total artificial heart programmes in Turkey
• Expert in coronary bypass and valve replacements including complex reoperations
• Founding member of professional societies dedicated to artificial organ systems

Professor Hasan Yucel has performed over 10,000 successful heart valve procedures with minimal complications at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and treating complex rhythm disorders
• Published extensive research in both national and international medical journals
• Regular guest speaker at major scientific meetings and professional development programmes
• Graduated from the respected Cukurova University School of Medicine
• Completed advanced post-graduate specialist training at Cumhuriyet University

Professor Cuneyt Kocas is a leading interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital with specialist expertise in complex vascular interventions. He maintains high-level credentials through his work at the Istanbul University Cardiology Institute.

• Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions
• Specialises in percutaneous interventions for blocked or narrowed arteries
• Member of the European Percutaneous Intervention Association
• Professor at Biruni University – a major private research hospital in Istanbul
• Board-certified cardiologist with academic leadership in cardiovascular medicine

Dr Emrah Ozdemir has handled thousands of interventional cardiology cases at the Biruni University Hospital – a leading medical faculty in Istanbul.

• Specialises in radial angiography performed through the arm for patient comfort
• Manages challenging coronary and peripheral arterial procedures and stenting
• Completed residency at Florence Nightingale Hospital – a recognised reference centre for cardiology
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Biruni University training future specialists
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor Aras is a senior cardiology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with extensive experience in high-volume training centres. He previously served at the Turkey Higher Specialisation Training and Research Hospital, a premier institution for complex cardiac care.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and vascular procedures
• Former senior academic at Karabük University Faculty of Medicine
• Published extensive research on clinical cardiology and patient outcomes
• Trained at Ankara University, one of the region's oldest medical schools
• Fellow of the Cardiology Clinic at Ankara City Hospital

Professor Omer Alyan serves as a senior specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, bringing high-level academic expertise to complex vascular interventions.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology with a focus on arterial stenting and balloon angioplasty
• Completed medical training at Ege University – one of Turkey's oldest and most respected medical schools
• Held senior clinical supervisor roles across major private and state research hospitals
• Conducted specialist cardiology training at the high-volume Turkey High Specialisation Research Hospital

Professor Okay Abaci is a highly distinguished interventional cardiologist who completed prestigious specialist training in Italy focused on peripheral arterial disease interventions.

• Performed over 100 international research publications on cardiovascular and leg artery treatments
• Professor at Biruni University Hospital with senior leadership experience in Istanbul's top cardiology institutes
• Member of the European Association for Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
• Specialises in leg angiography and complex arterial stenting procedures
• Recognised with multiple awards from the European Society of Cardiology

Dr. Sinan Altan Kocaman is a professor of cardiology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Kocaman holds a high citation count for his research in heart rhythm disorders. He treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis, and pulmonary hypertension.

• Performs cardiac electrophysiological studies (EPS) and ablation therapy.
• Implantation and long-term follow-up of cardiac pacemakers.
• Expertise in intracranial arterial stenting and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

Professor Engin Bozkurt is the Founding Head of the Cardiology Department at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University and treats patients at Medicana International Ankara Hospital.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology including complex arterial stenting and angioplasty
• Former Head of Cardiology at Rize University School of Medicine
• Practises at the JCI-accredited Medicana International Hospital in Ankara
• Recognised for clinical leadership and university-level medical teaching
• Fellowship-trained at the Erzurum Atatürk University School of Medicine