Aorto-mesenteric artery compression syndrome Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Murat Ugurlucan is a professor and cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement and surgery for congenital heart defects in children. Dr. Ugurlucan completed a research fellowship at the University of Rostock in Germany. He also trained at the King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia.

• Winner of the national vascular surgery oral presentation award.
• Performs open heart surgery, coronary bypass, and carotid endarterectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a professor and pediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in complex heart procedures for children. These include heart valve replacements and open heart surgery. Dr. Zeybek earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He later completed a fellowship at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital.

• Performs interventional procedures like radiofrequency ablation and coronary stenting.
• Treats congenital conditions including Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Expertise in cardiac valve plastic surgery and aortic aneurysm repair.
• Works at Uniqacare Clinic, which serves 433,000 patients annually.

Professor Deniz Suha Kucukaksu leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Baskent University Istanbul Hospital, specialising in complex vascular repair.

• Performs aortic repair using EVAR and TEVAR – minimally invasive techniques using stents via small incisions for faster recovery
• Specialises in hybrid cardiovascular procedures combining traditional surgery with catheter-based techniques
• Trained in international fellowships across Germany, France, and the United States
• Pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programmes in Turkey
• Active member of several international professional societies for cardiovascular surgery

Professor Faruk Hokenek is a senior cardiovascular specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with a background in complex arterial and vascular surgery.

• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in cardiovascular surgery
• Former Professor at Dicle University, where he helped train emerging vascular surgeons
• Handled major vascular cases across leading institutions like Acıbadem Health Group
• Focuses on surgical repair of abdominal vascular structures and arterial flow

Dr. Kasim Dogan is a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He serves as a Professor at Istanbul Kemerburgaz University. Dr. Dogan treats complex heart conditions, including aortic valve insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse. He works at Medicana Sivas, which manages over 110,000 patients annually.

• Performs heart valve replacement, coronary artery bypass, and aortic aneurysm surgery.
• Expert in installing heart pacemakers and conducting coronary stenting.
• Uses radiofrequency ablation and endovenous techniques for vascular care.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and the Turkish Surgeons Society.

Dr. Ahmet Yavuz Balci is an orthopedic surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats injuries of the bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. Dr. Balci sees patients six days a week for surgical and non-surgical care. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients every year.

• Performs knee arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction, and meniscus repair.
• Treats carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, and complex shoulder injuries.
• Conducts ankle fusion surgery and radiofrequency ablation procedures.
• Provides care for congenital cardiac conditions and vascular issues.