Best Valvuloplasty Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 14

Specializes in minimally invasive cardiovascular procedures, including valvuloplasty, with extensive experience across top Istanbul hospitals.

• Associate Professorship from American Hospital
• Member of The International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Published multiple studies on cardiac valve procedures
• Trained in robotic-assisted surgical techniques

Prof. Mert Yilmaz specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and pediatric cardiovascular procedures at Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• International member of Society of Thoracic Surgeons USA
• Published over 50 international manuscripts, including 7 first reports in medical literature
• Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department since 2014
• Trained in Belgium for advanced cardiac surgery techniques

Prof. Emin Tireli specializes in complex pediatric valvuloplasty at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital – with over 39 years of experience of expertise.

• Performs delicate neonatal and pediatric valve reconstructions
• Published 100+ research papers on congenital heart techniques
• Professor at Istanbul University's Cardiovascular Surgery Department
• Fellowship-trained in advanced pediatric cardiac procedures

Dr. Erinc specializes in spine surgery and orthopedic trauma, with advanced training at Chicago Loyola University.

• Experienced in scoliosis and kyphosis treatments
• Completed specialized microsurgery training
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital

Specialized in aortic valve-preserving surgery – Dr. Deser trained at Lenox Hill Hospital's Aortic Wellness Center in New York.

• Over 19 years of experience of cardiovascular surgery experience
• Expert in advanced endovascular techniques for aortic diseases
• Fellowship-trained in Salzburg and Milan for vascular surgery
• Board-certified by the Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Qualification Board
• Currently practices at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute

Professor Cengiz Koksal heads the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, bringing decades of specialized expertise in valvuloplasty.

• Associate Professor in Cardiovascular Surgery since 2005
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Extensive experience in high-specialization training hospitals
• Contributed to establishing a Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic

Specializes in prosthetic dental treatments with a focus on digital dentistry and implantology at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Ph.D. in Prosthetic Dentistry from Hacettepe University
• Expert in CAD-CAM restorations and ceramic applications
• Member of European Association for Osseointegration and ITI
• Published research on implant-supported crowns and fracture resistance

Dr. Hokenek specializes in valvuloplasty at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, bringing extensive experience in cardiovascular surgery.

• Over 17 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Trained at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at top hospitals including Acıbadem and Medical Park

Dr. Cicek specializes in complex valvuloplasty procedures, with extensive training at top institutions like Texas Heart Institute and Mayo Clinic.

• Over 40 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Fellowship-trained in pediatric cardiothoracic surgery at USC Children's Hospital
• Member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery and Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Performs minimally invasive heart surgery techniques
• Chief of Department at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul

Professor Murat Ugurlucan brings extensive cardiac surgery expertise to Biruni University Hospital, with a focus on valvuloplasty procedures.

• Trained at prestigious institutions including Marmara University and Istanbul University
• Fellowship at King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia
• Professor of cardiac surgery since 2020
• Published researcher in cardiovascular treatments

Prof. Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu has over 40 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular surgery, specializing in complex valve procedures and heart transplantation.

• Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital
• Pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey
• Trained in advanced LVAD systems and heart failure surgery internationally
• Performs a wide range of surgeries including valve replacements and aortic repair
• Active contributor to the development of total artificial heart surgery

Dr. Ismail Oral Hastaoglu graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center in 2005. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EACTS, ESVS, UVCD, the Phlebology Association, and TKDCD.

Dr. Hastaoglu specializes in coronary bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, congenital heart diseases, heart tumors, and aneurysm treatments. He also has experience in carotid artery operations, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease management, and AV fistula procedures. He has made important contributions to cardiovascular surgery.