Page 6 - Best cardiologists in Turkey: TOP 126 doctors

Prof. Dr. Cenk Eray Yıldız specializes in cardiovascular surgery with a focus on stem cell therapy and artificial heart support systems. He has successfully completed 35+ open heart surgeries as part of a pioneering team.

• Trained in cardiovascular surgery at Istanbul University Cardiology Institute
• Expert in stem cell therapy for heart and vascular conditions
• Part of the team that installed Turkey's first artificial heart support device
• Over 30 years of experience of experience in adult and pediatric heart surgeries
• Specializes in varicose veins and vascular diseases for the past 30 years of experience

Dr. Derya Zengin Metli specializes in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, focusing on restoring mobility and improving quality of life.

• Expert in musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation
• Provides post-surgical recovery programs
• Specializes in sports injury prevention and treatment
• Offers chronic pain management therapies
• Uses evidence-based practices for personalized care

Dr. Yogurtcu specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques, offering patients faster recovery times at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ.

• Expert in laparoscopic procedures for gallbladder and gastrointestinal conditions
• Skilled in emergency and trauma surgery interventions
• Comprehensive care for benign and malignant breast disorders
• Fluent in English, ensuring clear communication with international patients

Dr. Erdem Gelegen specializes in advanced ophthalmology procedures with over 22 years of experience of experience at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Expert in cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and premium lenses
• Skilled in laser refractive surgery for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Specializes in retinal diseases like diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma
• Performs corneal transplants and manages keratoconus

Prof. Mehmet Vefik Yazicioglu specializes in complex coronary interventions with 32 years of experience of experience, focusing on radial techniques and TAVI procedures.

• Expert in challenging cases like CTO recanalization and transradial approaches
• Active researcher with 40+ published studies on cardiovascular outcomes
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology since 2002
• Performs advanced procedures like Mitraclip and LAA closure

Assoc. Prof. Meki Bilici specializes in pediatric cardiology, with over 28 years of experience of experience in treating congenital heart diseases and performing transcatheter interventions.

• Expert in interventional cardiology for children with heart defects
• Published extensively in international peer-reviewed journals
• Member of the Turkish Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Association
• Performs advanced procedures like transcatheter closures

Specialized in advanced radiological diagnostics since 2011, Dr Cevat Azeroglu provides precise imaging solutions across multiple specialties.

• Expert in CT, MRI, and ultrasound imaging
• Performs minimally invasive interventional radiology procedures
• Strong focus on oncological imaging and diagnostics
• Trained at Ondokuz Mayıs University

Specializing in advanced cardiac interventions like TAVI and Mitra-Clip, Dr. Catakoglu brings 36 years of experience of cardiology expertise to Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Trained in coronary physiology and FFR in France
• Expert in intra-coronary imaging techniques like OCT
• Performs left atrial appendage closure for arrhythmia patients
• Certified in bioabsorbable vascular scaffolds

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural specializes in endocrine surgery with a focus on thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland diseases, including cancers, at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Trained at Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic surgery techniques
• Board member and Secretary General of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Member of multiple international surgical societies including AAES and SAGES

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.

10,000+ valve replacement surgeries with minimal complications – Dr. Yucel brings exceptional expertise to cardiac care at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• 20 years of experience specializing in heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders
• Guest speaker at national and international cardiology conferences
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Published researcher on cardiovascular treatments with extensive contributions

Specializes in coronary interventions like angioplasty and stenting at Emsey Hospital – performs procedures via both inguinal and wrist approaches for patient comfort.

• Expert in coronary and peripheral artery stenting
• Performs atherectomy (vascular shaving) for complex cases
• Graduated from Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Focuses on heart failure and related diseases

Dr. Barbaros Dokumaci is a proficient cardiologist at Kolan Hospital Group, known for his active participation in scientific work and conferences.

• Skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of cardiac conditions
• Regularly updates knowledge through participation in cardiology conferences
• Works at Kolan Hospital Group, a reputable healthcare provider

Prof. Engin Bozkurt founded and heads cardiology departments at two major Turkish universities, bringing deep expertise to Medicana International Ankara Hospital.

• 34 years of experience of experience in cardiology
• Specializes in complex cardiac arrhythmia cases
• Board-certified in cardiology since 1997
• Professor of Medicine with extensive academic background
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medicana International Hospital

Dr. Kocas specializes in interventional cardiology with extensive training at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa – one of Turkey's leading cardiology institutes.

• Board-certified cardiologist with 21 years of experience of experience
• Member of European and international cardiology societies including SCAI
• Specializes in complex coronary and vascular interventions
• Performs advanced procedures like radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping