Page 3 - Best cardiologists in Turkey: TOP 127 doctors

Trained at Cleveland Clinic's Invasive Cardiology Unit – Dr. Fatih Koç brings world-class cardiac expertise to Medical Park Antalya.

• Specialized in cardiology at Selçuk University
• Handles complex coronary and vascular interventions
• Former faculty member at Akdeniz University
• Skilled in minimally invasive techniques

24 years of experience in cardiology – Associate Professor Asim Enhos specializes in complex atrial fibrillation and vascular interventions at Medipol Acibadem.

• Trained at Istanbul Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping
• Former Associate Professor at Bezm-i Âlem Vakif University
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association

Associate Professor Yunus Nazli specializes in advanced cardiovascular surgeries at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital, with expertise in both traditional and minimally invasive techniques.

• 20 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Specializes in coronary bypass and heart valve surgeries
• Expert in aortic and carotid artery procedures
• Performs endovascular interventions for aortic diseases
• Skilled in peripheral artery and venous surgeries

Prof. Cengiz Koksal heads the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, specializing in complex vascular and cardiac procedures.

• Associate Professor in Cardiovascular Surgery since 2005 – early career recognition
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Specializes in minimally invasive vascular techniques and complex cardiac valve surgeries
• Established the Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic at Süreyyapaşa Hospital

Specializes in invasive cardiology with expertise in coronary artery interventions and pacemaker implantation at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Performs balloon angioplasty and stent implantation for various arteries
• Skilled in permanent cardiac pacemaker implantation techniques
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology
• Focuses on heart attack, heart failure, and rhythm disorders

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Dr. Hakan Ucar specializes in complex coronary and peripheral interventions, with a focus on advanced heart valve procedures at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Board-certified by the European and Turkish Societies of Cardiology
• Expert in TAVI, Mitraclip, and mitral balloon interventions
• Published 30+ research articles in international cardiology journals
• Associate Professor with leadership roles in cardiology departments

Professor Riza Turkoz brings over 39 years of experience of cardiology expertise, specializing in complex coronary interventions at Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital.

• Professor at multiple prestigious universities, including Başkent University
• Specialized in interventional cardiology procedures
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Extensive background in both research and practical patient care

Associate Professor with 25 years of experience in cardiology – Dr. Sahin specializes in complex arrhythmia cases at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Chief Assistant at Kartal Koşuyolu Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association and Chronic Total Occlusion Club
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in radiofrequency ablation for cardiac arrhythmias

Dr. Yucel specializes in coronary artery interventions and rhythm disorders at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, with a focus on advanced angiography procedures.

• Expert in managing high blood pressure and cholesterol conditions
• Skilled in treating heart valve diseases and arrhythmias
• Performs coronary stenting and radiofrequency ablation
• Focuses on cardiovascular occlusion and heart attack treatments

Dr. Taskin specializes in interventional cardiology techniques at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on complex coronary and heart valve conditions.

• Graduated from Ankara University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association
• 17 years of experience of experience at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in coronary artery disease and heart failure treatments

Dr. Bekler has performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions, specializing in structural heart procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Expert in advanced techniques like intravascular imaging and rotablator
• Academic staff member at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University
• Specializes in TAVI and ASD closure procedures
• Combines academic research with clinical practice

Dr. Dogan Erdogan trained at Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab – bringing world-class cardiac expertise to Medical Park Antalya.

• 31 years of experience of experience in cardiology across top Turkish universities
• Specializes in complex valve procedures and interventional cardiology
• Associate Professor at Başkent University – trains future cardiologists
• Member of Turkey's Cardiology Association

Dr. Mehmet Cakici specializes in cardiovascular medicine and surgery. His interests include congenital heart disease, coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disease, aortic disease, peripheral vascular disease, and hypertension.

He has more than 30 international publications, including in Perfusion, Annals of Vascular Surgery, Interactive Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, and The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. His research covers ECMO and mechanical circulatory support. He also studies valve surgery, aortic aneurysms, deep vein thrombosis, and minimally invasive techniques. He has published case reports and retrospective cohort studies. He has contributed to national guidelines and research protocols. He has joined international multicenter trials. He wrote chapters for the Atlas of Cardiac Surgery Operations and the Heart Valve Disease Guidelines. He has presented abstracts at ISHLT, EACTS, and TKDCD. He is a member of the National Society for Vascular Surgery, the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, ISHLT, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Prof. Dr. Ali Safak Dagli brings of ENT expertise, with specialized training at top European institutions like Karolinska Institute.

• Specialized in Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases from Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Trained at Karolinska Institute in Sweden and Free University in Holland
• Expert in Adenoid surgery, Thyroidectomy, and Middle ear surgery
• Published in national and international medical journals

Prof. Dr. Erdal Aslım is a cardiovascular and vascular surgeon. He performs advanced vascular procedures at his private practice in Istanbul. He has a strong academic background. He also completed international training in Austria and Turkey.

Expertise: varicose veins and venous insufficiency; peripheral arterial disease; aortic aneurysms; chronic venous disorders; deep vein thrombosis (DVT); carotid (neck artery) stenosis; diabetic foot complications; endovascular and open surgery. Awards: Gore-Tex Young Researcher Award, 3rd Place, XII National Vascular Surgery Congress; Best Scientific Presentation Award, 2nd Annual Congress on Update in Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery.

With over 25 years of experience in cardiology, Dr. Ozer Soylu specializes in advanced cardiovascular care at Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Published numerous articles in national and international peer-reviewed journals

Prof. Ercan trained at Cleveland Clinic's renowned cardiology department and leads interventional programs at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• 32 years of experience of cardiology experience as a professor and department head
• Board-certified hypertension specialist with European Cardiologist Diploma
• Expert in complex coronary interventions and stem cell therapies
• Fellow of European Society of Cardiology with multiple professional memberships

Dr. Uyar specializes in cardiovascular surgery with extensive experience across Turkey and internationally, currently practicing at Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul Kosuyolu Heart Training and Research Hospital
• Member of multiple cardiovascular surgery societies
• Attended international congresses on innovations in cardiology
• Specialized in minimally invasive and robotic surgery techniques