Heart cryoablation Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Mehmet Marasli is a cardiologist at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, hypertension, and complex arrhythmias. He served as a researcher in the international TRUE-AHF study for heart failure treatment.

• Performs coronary angiography, carotid stenting, and heart cryoablation.
• Researched anti-inflammatory therapy for atherosclerotic disease in an international study.
• Completed cardiology specialization at Cumhuriyet University.
• Works at an ISO-accredited hospital ranked second best in Istanbul by Clinicspots.

Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.

• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards.
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• Provides expert treatment for complex mitral valve repair and carotid artery surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and edited a major vascular surgery textbook.

Professor Ozkan Bekler is a heart rhythm specialist focusing on internal medicine and interventional cardiology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialised in cardiology at Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine
• Focused on complex heart rhythm disorders during his medical residency
• Served as a Research Assistant Doctor in clinical cardiology departments
• Experienced in managing high-volume cases at Hatay Training and Research Hospital
• Maintains an academic post teaching the next generation of cardiologists

Associate Professor Asim Enhos is a cardiology specialist at Medipol Acibadem Hospital with a significant academic background in heart rhythm disorders.

• Achieved the rank of Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University
• Expertise in interventional cardiology and complex structural heart procedures
• Extensive experience working in major Turkish training and research hospitals
• Fellow of the Ministry of Health Mehmet Akif Ersoy Hospital cardiological unit
• Specialises in treating patients with cardiac arrhythmias using cryoablation

Professor Ertugrul Okuyan serves as the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and leads complex heart rhythm and structural interventions at Medipol Health Group.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and advanced rhythm disorder management
• Faculty member at the International School of Medicine at Istanbul Medipol University
• Expert in non-surgical interventions for valve repairs and arterial blockages
• Manages adult congenital heart disease and advanced structural heart conditions
• Recognised leader in national cardiovascular policy and specialist training programmes

The doctor is a distinguished cardiology specialist with extensive clinical experience, having earned a medical degree from Hacettepe University in 2004 and completed cardiology specialization at Gazi University in 2010. Achieving the rank of Professor in 2024, the doctor has served at several prominent institutions, including Ankara Turkey Higher Specialized Hospital and Ankara Bilkent City Hospital.

The doctor specializes in preventive cardiology, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and heart failure, with significant expertise in interventional procedures such as coronary angiography, stent and balloon treatments, and complex coronary interventions. The doctor is also skilled in cardio-oncology, rhythm disorders, and advanced imaging techniques like TEE.

Dr. Cuneyt Kocas is a cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and hypertension. Dr. Kocas treats heart conditions using both diagnostic and interventional methods. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with a hybrid operating room.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial stenting for vascular health.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI.
• Conducts complex procedures like cardiac valve repair and coronary bypass surgery.

Dr. Okay Abaci is a professor of cardiology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart and leg angiography and peripheral arterial disease. Dr. Abaci holds over 100 domestic and international scientific publications. He completed dedicated training in peripheral arterial intervention in Italy.

• Performs coronary angiography, heart cryoablation, and carotid stenting.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI Association.
• Treats complex conditions including atrial fibrillation and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Emrah Ozdemir is an interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed thousands of procedures, focusing on radial angiography and complex coronary interventions. Dr. Ozdemir trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a recognized reference center for cardiology in Turkey. He treats conditions like atherosclerosis, hypertension, and arrhythmia using non-surgical techniques.

• Expertise in transradial angiography, performing procedures through the patient's arm.
• Treats challenging coronary and peripheral vascular cases.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital.

Dr. Krishna Subramony Iyer has performed over 10,000 surgeries for congenital heart diseases. He pioneered pediatric cardiac care in Northern India at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute. Dr. Iyer performed the first successful rapid two-stage arterial switch in India. He specializes in treating newborns and malnourished infants with complex heart conditions.

• Completed a fellowship at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne.
• Served as an Additional Professor at AIIMS in New Delhi.
• Expert in double switch operations and Fontan procedures.
• Active member of the 'Gift of Life' program by Rotary International.

Professor Dursun Aras is a senior cardiology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with deep expertise in heart rhythm disorders. He previously led clinical teams at Ankara City Hospital and the Turkey Higher Specialisation Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology
• Former Professor at Karabük University Faculty of Medicine
• Fellow of the Department of Cardiology at Turkey's leading heart research centre
• Focuses on catheter-based treatments for complex heart rhythm issues
• Published researcher in cardiac health and interventional techniques

Professor Omer Alyan is a senior cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital with specialist training from the Turkey High Specialisation Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology and complex heart rhythm treatments
• Served as supervisor of the cardiology clinic at Veni Vidi Hospital
• Held academic positions at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine
• Broad expertise in managing both routine and non-routine cardiac cases
• Recognised by the Turkish Health Sciences University for research and clinical practice