Best Ultrasound of carotid arteries Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 36

Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Aksoy is an Assistant Professor at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty. He uses Doppler sonography to perform detailed ultrasound of carotid arteries at Hisar Hospital.

• Specializes in interventional radiology to guide minimally invasive procedures
• Member of the European Society of Radiology (ESR)
• Presented research at 13 national and international medical congresses
• Former Chief Assistant at the renowned Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• International Society of Radiology (ISR) member setting global imaging standards

Dr. Elif Evrim Ekin is a radiologist at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in musculoskeletal radiology and breast imaging. Dr. Ekin serves as the Education Coordinator at the Radiology Education Clinic. She has published extensive research in international journals indexed in SCI and SCI-E.

• Obtained her Medical Doctor title from Ege University Faculty of Medicine.
• Completed specialized radiology training at Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital.
• Maintains a focus on musculoskeletal diagnostics and breast health imaging.
• Completed the Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice training.
• Works at a facility that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Nermina Alagic is a high-level cardiac imaging specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. This center is affiliated with the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Trained in advanced heart ultrasound at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Echo Lab
• Completed a specialized cardiac imaging fellowship at the Royal North Shore Hospital in Australia
• Researched photomedicine at Harvard Medical School to improve diagnostic imaging accuracy
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging, a leading heart imaging society
• Performs ultrasound of carotid arteries to check blood flow and detect stroke risks

Dr. Fatih Mehmet Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in electrophysiology and arrhythmia treatment. Dr. Ucar completed residency training at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States. He also underwent electrophysiology training at Lübeck Hospital in Germany.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the European Arrhythmia Association.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation, heart cryoablation, and complex carotid stenting.
• Treats conditions including atrial fibrillation, hypertension, and coronary artery disease.
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale, a JCI-accredited Smart-and-Green hospital.

Dr. Oguz Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in TAVI procedures, heart valve diseases, and coronary bypass surgery. Dr. Yilmaz received the best presentation award from the National Cardiology Congress. He holds a professorship from Istanbul Arel University.

• Performs endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Expert in heart aneurysm repair and varicose vein surgery.
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
• Member of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS).

Dr. Yigit Changa is an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and treats complex conditions like coronary artery disease and arrhythmias. Dr. Changa received training at the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

• Performs coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation, and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise in carotid angioplasty, stent placement, and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 300,000+ patients annually.
• Fluent in English and holds membership in the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Cenk Indelen is an Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in vascular health and the surgical treatment of arterial blockages.

• Published research on coronary artery pathology and vascular graft effectiveness
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Trained in robotic surgery at the Orsi da Vinci Training Center in Belgium
• Completed residency in thoracic and vascular surgery at Kocaeli University
• Experienced in treating peripheral artery occlusive disease and vascular grafts

Prof. Dr. Muslum Sahin is a cardiologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in interventional cardiology, treating conditions like atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease. He is a member of the Chronic Total Occlusion Club and the Turkish Cardiology Association.

• Performs complex procedures including radiofrequency ablation, heart cryoablation, and aneurysm coiling.
• Provides specialized care for carotid angioplasty, stenting, and coronary angiography.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.
• Expertise includes managing hypertension, arrhythmia, atherosclerosis, and dilated cardiomyopathy.

Professor Ulusoy is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. He leads cardiac imaging at Central Hospital and specializes in detecting vascular issues during carotid artery ultrasound scans.

• Holds a fellowship from the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in the USA
• Expert in echocardiography and advanced cardiac imaging techniques
• Published over 125 scientific papers on heart and vascular health
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging
• Specializes in monitoring heart health for cancer and kidney patients

Dr. Hakan Ucar is an interventional cardiologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ucar specializes in complex coronary and peripheral interventions. He has published over 30 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. His research focuses on oxidative stress and coronary artery disease complexity.

• Performs heart valve interventions including TAVI, Mitraclip, and mitral balloon procedures.
• Provides electrophysiological studies, ablation, and pacemaker placements.
• Served as the former Head of the Cardiology Department at Biruni University.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility with robotic surgery excellence designations.

Dr. Zuhal Cakmak Peksen is a family medicine specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She has treated patients across eight different medical institutions since starting her career. Dr. Peksen focuses on medical check-ups and diagnostic screenings for adults and children. She is currently pursuing a degree in health management to support clinical leadership.

• Specializes in male, female, and pediatric check-up programs.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and biopsies.
• Conducts screenings for tumor markers and oncological health assessments.
• Practices at a university hospital featuring 33 specialized medical departments.

Dr. Ercan Kocakoc is a prize-winning radiologist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He won 1st Prize at the 2009 ESGAR congress for clinical cases. Dr. Kocakoc specializes in interventional radiology and advanced body imaging. He completed a research fellowship at the University Hospital of Cleveland in the USA.

• Performs liver chemoembolization and radioembolization for cancer patients.
• Treats urological conditions through procedures like varicocele embolization.
• Held former chairmanship roles at Bezmialem Vakif and Yeditepe Universities.
• Fellow of the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology.

Dr. Cagdas Erdogan is an Associate Professor and gastroenterologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Erdogan has authored 40 publications in journals like Scientific Reports and Endoscopy. He treats complex conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and liver cirrhosis.

• Performs specialized procedures including ERCP, EUS, EMR, and peroral endoscopic myotomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions using techniques like endoscopic submucosal dissection.
• Uses double-balloon enteroscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Applies stem cell therapy for patients with liver cirrhosis and ulcerative colitis.

Experience

Liman Hospital Radiology Clinic

Academy Medical Center

Anaclinic Medical Center

Kayseri State Hospital

Kayseri Erciyes University Radiology Clinic

Samsun Private Midiliv Medical Center

Samsun Büyük Anadolu Hospital (2023)

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Dr. Batur Gonenc Kanar is a cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He has performed over 1,000 electrophysiology and interventional procedures. He serves as Turkey’s representative at the European Heart Rhythm Association. Dr. Kanar completed specialized training at the Paris Institute of Cardiology. He also trained at Royal Brampton & Harefield Hospital in London.

• Specializes in 3D-mapping-guided ablation for atrial fibrillation and catheter ablation.
• Expert in pacemaker implantation, ICD, and cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT).
• Performs coronary angiography and stent applications for artery disease.
• Treats complex heart rhythm disorders, hypertension, and dilated cardiomyopathy.

Dr. Enis Oguz is a cardiologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in cardiac rhythm disorders and interventional therapies. Dr. Oguz completed residency training at the Heart Center of the University of Leipzig. He is a member of the European Society of Cardiology.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and catheter ablation.
• Maintains a record of over 15 international medical publications.
• Expert in pacemaker implantations and resynchronization therapy for heart failure.
• Treats coronary artery disease using angiography, balloon, and stent procedures.

EDUCATION:

2000 - SSK Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, .

1996 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

EXPERIENCE:

2019 - Istanbul Medipol University Pendik Hospital

2017 - 2019 - Private Adatıp Kurtköy Hospital

2005 - 2017 - Private Avicenna Umut Hospital

2003 - 2005 - SSK Yalova Regional Hospital

2002 - 2003 - Kayseri Military Hospital

Dr. Ozkan Bekler has performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and structural heart procedures. Dr. Bekler focuses on bifurcation stenting and chronic total occlusions using intravascular imaging. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

• Completed over 700 pacemaker implantations alongside ICD and CRT therapy.
• Performs structural procedures including TAVI, ASD closure, and mitral balloon valvuloplasty.
• Treats peripheral artery diseases using balloon and stent techniques.
• Expert in radiofrequency ablation and 3D mapping for heart rhythm disorders.