Page 2 - Best Dilated cardiomyopathy Dilated cardiomyopathy in Istanbul: TOP 43 doctors

Dr. Sahin brings 25 years of experience of specialized cardiology experience, including time as Chief Assistant at Koşuyolu Training and Research Hospital.

• Associate Professor with extensive research and clinical background
• Member of Turkish Cardiology Association and Chronic Total Occlusion Club
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Worked in military and state hospital settings before specializing

Prof. Dr. Rifat Eralp Ulusoy is a cardiologist specialized in clinical cardiology and advanced cardiac imaging. He focuses on echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography, and stress echocardiography. He also treats heart valve disease, hypertension, heart failure, and cardiomyopathies. He has held academic and clinical roles at leading centers in Turkey and the United States. He is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology.

He has written more than 125 scientific papers and has over 1,400 citations. His clinical interests include heart tumors and cardiac care for cancer patients. He also works on cardiology in chronic kidney failure and dialysis. Other interests are heart disease in pregnancy, pericardial diseases, and heart valve infections.

Prof. Murat Sünbül is a Professor of Cardiology at İstinye University, Topkapı Liv Hospital (2025–present). He earned his M.D. from Istanbul University in 2005 and completed a cardiology residency at Marmara University in 2010. From 2011 to 2025, he served at Marmara University as a Cardiology Specialist, and then as Assistant, Associate, and Professor.

Expertise includes complex coronary interventions and coronary imaging (FFR, OCT, IVUS). He performs peripheral, carotid, and renal artery interventions and denervation. He treats structural and valve disease (ASD/PFO closure, TAVI). He provides device therapy (LBB pacing, ICD, CRT). He uses advanced imaging (TEE, 3D echo, speckle tracking) and performs right heart catheterization. He also manages heart failure, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and pulmonary hypertension.

He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers in national and international journals. His work has appeared in Herz, The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon, Cardiology Journal, and Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift.

Specializes in heart failure and coronary artery diseases at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expertise includes dilated cardiomyopathy treatment
• Experienced in managing arrhythmias and hypertension
• Handles complex vascular diseases

Prof. Yilmaz Yozgat specializes in pediatric cardiology at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, focusing on heart conditions in children.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in pediatric cardiology
• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Works at Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Dr. Dursun Aras brings over 30 years of experience of cardiology experience, specializing in heart conditions at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in complex cardiac cases with extensive hospital experience
• Holds multiple cardiology certifications from leading Turkish institutions

With over 28 years of experience of specialized experience in cardiology, Dr. Alyan focuses on personalized treatment for dilated cardiomyopathy at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Supervised cardiology clinics at multiple leading hospitals in Turkey
• Trained at Dicle University and Health Sciences University
• Specializes in advanced cardiac diagnostics and management

Dr. Yucel specializes in coronary artery diseases and heart valve conditions at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in coronary angiography and interventions
• Treats complex cases of hypertension and arrhythmias
• Focuses on comprehensive cardiovascular care

Dr. Enis Oguz specializes in cardiac rhythm disorders and heart failure treatments at Liv Hospital Ulus, with expertise in pacemaker implantations and resynchronization therapy.

• Specializes in electrophysiology and catheter ablation
• Trained at University of Leipzig – Heart Center, Germany
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology
• Published 16 international and 20 national research papers

Specializes in advanced cardiac treatments at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, including catheter ablation and pacemaker implants for rhythm disorders.

• Trained at Paris Institute of Cardiology and Royal Brampton & Harefield Hospital
• Expert in 3D mapping for atrial fibrillation ablation
• Türkiye Representative for European Rhythm Disorders Association
• Performs cardiac resynchronization therapy and coronary stent applications

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a highly respected Pediatric Cardiologist with extensive experience in treating Dilated cardiomyopathy. His expertise spans both surgical and non-surgical interventions.

• Performs a wide range of cardiac procedures including heart valve replacement and coronary stenting
• Specializes in pediatric cardiology with a focus on complex cardiac conditions
• Holds a professorship in Pediatric Cardiology since 2017
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Hacettepe University and Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital

Dr Gokhan Ertas is a highly experienced cardiologist specializing in dilated cardiomyopathy and a wide range of heart conditions at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Professor of Cardiology with over a decade of specialized experience
• Skilled in advanced procedures like TAVI and MitraClip
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Thorax Center, ErasmusMC in Rotterdam
• Specializes in comprehensive cardiac care from diagnosis to treatment

Specialized in high-complexity coronary interventions – Dr. Catakoglu performs advanced procedures like TAVI and Mitra-Clip at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Over 36 years of experience of cardiology experience
• Expert in intra-coronary imaging using OCT and FFR
• Trained in TAVI procedures in Switzerland
• Member of prestigious coronary physiology training programs

Dr. Torun specializes in cardiovascular health, with a focus on preventing and managing complex heart conditions at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Expert in sports cardiology and performance medicine
• Skilled in managing hypertension and cholesterol disorders
• Experienced in cardiac rehabilitation programs
• Extensive training in preventive medicine for heart health

Prof. Dr. Deniz Süha Küçükaksu is a leader in heart failure surgery and established Turkey's first mechanical circulatory support programs at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• 40 years of experience specializing in advanced heart failure treatments
• Internationally trained in LVAD systems and artificial heart technology
• Director of Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center
• Pioneered hybrid cardiovascular procedures in Turkey
• Received multiple awards for cardiovascular innovations

Dr. Kocas is a cardiologist specializing in Dilated cardiomyopathy with over a decade of experience at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute.

• Completed cardiology residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute
• Member of multiple prestigious societies including European Society of Cardiology
• Holds memberships in European Percutaneous Intervention Association and SCAI
• Specializes in cardiovascular interventions and treatments

Professor Okay Abaci specializes in cardiovascular diseases, with extensive experience in heart and peripheral arterial interventions. He works at Biruni University Hospital.

• Over 16 years of experience of experience in cardiology
• Completed advanced training in peripheral arterial disease intervention in Italy
• Published more than 100 domestic and international papers
• Member of European Society of Cardiology and other prestigious associations
• Holds the title of Professor since 2022