Professor Faruk Hokenek is a senior cardiovascular specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with a career focused on complex heart valve surgery.

• Specialises in surgical replacement of the aortic valve for severe stenosis and regurgitation
• Held senior positions at Acıbadem Health Group and Istanbul Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Trained at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, a premier centre for cardiovascular surgery
• Provides expert care for patients requiring structural heart interventions and surgical repairs

Professor Gokhan Albayrak is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on complex aortic and heart valve procedures.

• Specialises in aortic surgery and heart valve replacement
• Current Professor of Medicine at Ege University
• Researches methods to prevent brain lesions during bypass surgery
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Published research on advanced bypass and arterial anastomosis techniques

Medical Interests and Activities 

Arterial Revasculaisation in Coronary Bypass Surgery 

Major Artery Surgery 

Congenital Heart Surgery 

Education and Experience 

1985 – 1991 Istanbul University, Çapa Faculty of Medicine, (Doctor of Medicine) 

1990 Kinderspital Basel, Switzerland, Pediatrics. 

1992 – 1997 Istanbul University, Institute of Cardiology, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Residency) 

1997 – 2004 Istanbul University, Institute of Cardiology, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Cardiovascular Surgeon) 

2004 – 2006 Selçuk University, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Assistant Professor) 

2006 – 2007 Selcuk University, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Associate Professor) 

2007 – 2013 Florence Nightingale Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery 

2015 – Liv Hospital Ulus 

Memberships 

Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery 

Turkish Society of Cardiology 

European Society of Vascular Surgery 

National Society of Vascular Surgery

Research and Publications 

International Journal Papers: 24

National Journal Papers: 25 

Book Chapters: 5 

Various International and National Conference Proceedings: Above 50

Professor Murat Ugurlucan is a senior cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital who completed his specialist cardiac training at Istanbul University.

• Trained at the University of Rostock's Department of Cardiac Surgery in Germany
• Completed an international cardiac fellowship at the King Faisal Heart Institute
• Recognised with national awards for research into cardiovascular tissue and diabetic care
• Specialises in complex heart valve replacements within a university hospital setting
• Served as a Professor of Medicine since 2020 at leading Turkish institutions

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a distinguished paediatric cardiologist who specialises in heart valve replacements and surgical repairs for younger patients.

• Promoted to Professor of Paediatric Cardiology for his clinical and academic leadership
• Specialises in both open-heart surgery and minimally invasive covered stent placement
• Performed heart valve replacements and aortic aneurysm surgeries at Uniqacare Clinic
• Completed specialist fellowship training at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital
• Expertise includes aortic valve replacements and plastic surgery for cardiac valves

The doctor is an orthopedic surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul, specializing in conditions or injuries of the bones, ligaments, joints, or tendons. The doctor is experienced in treating a variety of conditions such as Meniscus Tear, Shoulder Injury, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Knee Injury, and Arthritis.

Popular procedures performed include Knee Arthroscopy, Ankle Fusion Surgery, Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction, Carpal Tunnel Release, and Meniscus Repair. The doctor operates from 8am to 4pm, six days a week.

The doctor is a Senior Consultant & Director at the Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic department of a leading super speciality hospital, with a focus on beating heart surgery. The doctor specializes in coronary artery bypass grafting, redo coronary artery and valve surgery, minimally invasive surgery, heart failure surgery, arrhythmia surgery, and pediatric cardiothoracic surgery. With extensive expertise in these areas, the doctor contributes significantly to advancements in cardiovascular and thoracic surgical techniques.

The doctor is a cardiac surgeon with over 34 years of experience, specializing in heart and lung transplantation, total arterial revascularization, complex and re-operative coronary surgery, and surgery of the aorta.

He holds an MCh from Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology, Trivandrum, and an MS and MBBS from the University of Kashmir.

Recognized for contributions in thoracic organ transplant, he has received awards from the Society of Heart Failure and Transplant and Heart Failure 360. He is a member of the Rajasthan Medical Council and has published research on coronary artery bypass grafting and tricuspid valve repair.

The doctor is a seasoned General Surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center with 23 years of expertise. Specializing in peritoneal metastases, the doctor is skilled in CRS+HIPEC and PIPAC, as well as GIS cancers, hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and hernia surgery.

Graduated from the Medical Faculty of Mediterranean University in 1991, the doctor advanced to 'Assistant Professor' in 2003, 'Associate Professor' in 2007, and became a 'Professor' at İstanbul Kemerburgaz University in 2013. The doctor is actively involved with professional organizations and has been recognized with several awards.

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

• Specialises in aortic valve replacements and complex reoperations for adults
• Completed advanced fellowships in heart failure surgery across Germany, France, and the United States
• Performs hybrid cardiovascular procedures and aortic repairs including EVAR and TEVAR
• Founding member of several professional societies dedicated to artificial organ systems
• Leads clinical development in mechanical circulatory support and total artificial heart surgery