Best Heart Cryoablation Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

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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

Dr Ravan Israfilov is a cardiology specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on managing complex heart rhythm disorders.

• Trained at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine in cardiology specialising in arrhythmia management
• Treats patients with cardiovascular occlusion and structural heart issues
• Manages long-term heart failure and hypertension cases
• Focuses on diagnostic accuracy for both congenital and acquired heart conditions

Dr Remziye Dogan is a specialist cardiologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a dedicated focus on the diagnosis and treatment of heart arrhythmias.

• Specialises in interventional cardiology including balloon and stent procedures
• Expertise in Transesophageal Echocardiography for detailed heart imaging
• Focuses on managing complex heart failure and valve diseases
• Trained at Bursa Uludağ University – one of Turkey's established medical faculties
• Manages heart rhythm disorders using Holter monitoring and targeted treatments

Education and Experience

2019 – Present
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Cardiology Department

2019
Germany Lübeck Hospital Arrhythmia Clinic
Electrophysiology Training

2018
Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
Associate Professor, Department of Cardiology

2017
TC. Ministry of Health Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Ankara
Electrophysiology Training

2015
Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
Assistant Professor

2013
Cleveland Clinic, United States
Observant Doctor

2013
TC. Ministry of Health Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Ankara
Specialization

2008
Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine
Medical Education

Memberships

Turkish Cardiology Association, Member

European Society of Cardiology

European Arrhythmia Association (EHRA)

Professor Ertan Sagbas is a leading specialist in arrhythmia surgery and minimally invasive cardiac procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at the Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic in Belgium – a world-renowned centre for cardiovascular excellence
• Specialises in robotic heart surgery using the da Vinci Robotic System
• Expert in port access surgery for less invasive heart repairs
• Former Professor at Istanbul Bilim University training the next generation of cardiac surgeons
• Focuses on complex aortic surgery and valve repairs

Professor David Saba brings elite international training from the University of Hannover-Freiburg and Toronto General Hospital to his cardiovascular practice in Istanbul.

• Held the rank of Professor at Bayrampaşa Kolan Hospital and Uludağ University
• Completed specialised training in heart transplantation at Koşuyolu Heart Training and Research Hospital
• Lead cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Expertise includes complex heart valve surgery and minimally invasive cardiac techniques
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

Associate Professor Yigit Changa is a senior cardiology specialist at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He focuses on complex interventional cardiology and cardiac rhythm management.

• Earned his Associate Professor title at the prestigious Dr Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Centre
• Recognised as a specialist by the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Completed intensive residency training at one of Turkey's largest dedicated heart research hospitals
• Fluent in English, ensuring clear communication regarding cardiac treatment plans
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association

Professional Summary:

Experienced cardiac surgeonspecializing in varicoseveins, coronary bypasssurgery, heart valve diseases, aortic aneurysms, heart aneurysms, and TAVI procedures.

Dedicated to providing high-quality care and innovative surgical solutions to patients.

Education:

2022                      : Professorship, Istanbul Arel University

2015                      : Associate Professorship, Şişli Memorial Hospital

1997-2002:           Residency in Cardiovascular Surgery,Florence Nightingale Hospital/ Kadir Has University 1989-1995                : Medical Degree, Hacettepe University Medical Faculty (English Program)

1982-1989           : TarsusAmerican College

Specializations:

Varicose Veins

Coronary Bypass Surgery Heart Valve Diseases Aortic Aneurysms

Heart Aneurysms

TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation) Work Experience:

Current: İstanbul FlorenceNightingale Hastanesi, Cardiovascular Surgery Department Previous: Şişli Memorial Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery Department

Associate Professor Cenk Indelen is a highly skilled cardiovascular surgeon who specialises in minimally invasive cardiac procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in robotic surgery at the Orsi da Vinci Training Centre in Belgium
• Expert in blood management protocols and cost-effective clinical outcomes
• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Widely published researcher with over 20 academic papers on heart surgery outcomes

Education and Specialization

• Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine
• Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology – Specialization

Experience

• Cleveland Clinic, Invasive Cardiology Unit, Ohio, USA
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• Antalya Yaşam Hospitals  

Prof. Emin Tireli, MD, is a leading pediatric cardiovascular surgeon. He has performed over 6,329 congenital cardiac surgeries since 1993. He is known worldwide for being one of the first to use the complex Nikaidoh procedure for transposition of the great arteries (TGA).

Dr. Tireli performs more than 100 neonatal cardiac surgeries each year. His expertise includes arterial switch operations, total pulmonary return anomalies, pulmonary banding, and Norwood procedures. He has used hybrid techniques in 15 cases. Dr. Tireli has also completed 30 reconstructions of aortic anomalies and many PDA ligations in extremely low birth weight infants. His work greatly supports neonatal care.

Associate Professor Muslum Sahin is a highly regarded cardiologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who focuses on complex interventional procedures for heart rhythm issues.

• Recognised as an Associate Professor for his advanced research in clinical cardiology
• Former Chief Assistant at Kartal Kosuyolu Training and Research Hospital
• Active member of the Chronic Total Occlusion Club – a specialist group for complex artery repairs
• Practises at a JCI-accredited facility following strict international safety standards
• Professional member of the Turkish Cardiology Association and the Istanbul Medical Chamber

Associate Professor Hakan Ucar is a senior cardiologist at VM Medical Park Florya, holding dual board certification from the European and Turkish Societies of Cardiology.

• Specialises in electrophysiological studies and ablation procedures for heart rhythm disorders
• Expertise in complex cardiac interventions, including pacemaker procedures and valve repairs
• Former Head of Cardiology at major university and training hospitals across Turkey
• Published over 30 international peer-reviewed research papers on coronary artery health
• Co-authored multiple practical handbooks on advanced interventional cardiology techniques

Professor Oguzhan Yucel is a senior cardiology specialist at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex rhythm disorders and interventional heart care.

• Specialises in treating arrhythmias using coronary and cardiac interventions
• Expertise includes managing coronary artery diseases and heart valve conditions
• Focuses on interventional cardiology for patients with high blood pressure and hyperlipidaemia
• Provides care at a leading cardiovascular centre specialising in heart attack prevention