Arrhythmia Doctors in Turkey

Professor Riza Turkoz brings over 39 years of cardiology expertise, currently practicing at Acıbadem Bakırköy Hospital.

• Specialized in cardiology at İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
• Held academic positions at İnönü University and Başkent University
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Experienced in both clinical practice and academic research

Dr. Veysel Ozan is a Professor of Cardiology at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital (2026–present). He earned his MD from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (2005–2011). He completed his cardiology residency at Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital (2012–2016). He worked as a specialist cardiologist at Hakkari State Hospital (2016–2017) and at Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital (2017–2020). He later served as a faculty member at Dışkapı (2020–2022) and at Etlik City Hospital (2022–2026).

Accreditations and awards: Turkish Society of Cardiology Proficiency Certificate (2019). TSC Most Successful Young Cardiologist of the Year, 2019–2020 term (awarded 2020). First Prize for Best Oral Presentation at the 31st National Congress of Applied Interventional Cardiology.

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. Erdal Aslim is an award-winning cardiovascular and vascular surgeon in Istanbul. He performs endovascular and open surgeries for heart and blood vessel disorders. Dr. Aslim has completed training in Austria and Turkey. He holds the Gore-Tex Young Researcher Award for his work in vascular surgery. You can find him at Central Hospital and his private clinic.

• Treats aortic aneurysms, carotid stenosis, and peripheral arterial disease.
• Winner of the Best Scientific Presentation Award for cardiology updates.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Works at a facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic surgical system.

Dr. Rifat Eralp Ulusoy is a cardiologist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ulusoy has authored over 125 scientific papers with 1,400+ citations. He specializes in heart valve disease, hypertension, and cardiomyopathies. His training includes clinical roles at top medical centers in Turkey and the United States.

• Specializes in stress, transesophageal, and standard echocardiography imaging.
• Treats complex cases including heart tumors and heart disease during pregnancy.
• Manages cardiac health for cancer, dialysis, and chronic kidney failure patients.
• Treats heart valve infections and various pericardial diseases.

Dr. Gokhan Bektasoglu is a cardiologist trained at the Faculties of Medicine of Hacettepe University and Cumhuriyet University. He has worked at Medicine Hospital (2014). He also served at Private European Dawn Hospital, Atrium Cardiology Center (2012–2014); Izmir Karşıyaka State Hospital (2011–2012); Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital (2011); and Uzunköprü State Hospital (2009–2011).

His clinical focus includes coronary and peripheral angiography with balloon and stent procedures. He performs carotid stenting, EVAR, and TEVAR. He is experienced in echocardiography and TEE. He manages device therapy (pacemaker, ICD, CRT) and arrhythmias. He treats heart failure. He performs ASD and VSD closure. He also offers valve therapies, including TAVI, mitral balloon valvuloplasty, and MitraClip. He has published in the American Journal of Cardiology, American Journal of Emergency Medicine, Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis, European Journal of Echocardiography, Bratislava Medical Journal, and International Journal of Angiology. He has presented at international cardiology meetings.

Dr. Ilhan Mavioglu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Outpatient Clinic. He performs minimally invasive anaortic coronary bypass and awake carotid surgery. Dr. Mavioglu holds a Professorship from Düzce University and trained at Great Ormond Street Hospital. He specializes in total arterial revascularization and complex endovascular interventions.

• Certified in robotic mitral valve repair and endovascular surgical techniques.
• Performs EVAR, FEVAR, and CERAB procedures for peripheral vascular conditions.
• Member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Surgery.
• Maintains over 400 scientific publications in journals like J Card Surg.

Prof. Dr. Ertugrul Ercan brings over 32 years of cardiology expertise, including specialized training at Cleveland Clinic and Istanbul University.

• Board-certified in cardiology with a focus on interventional procedures
• Former head of Cardiology Department at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
• Fellow of European Society of Cardiology with European Cardiologist Diploma
• Specializes in complex arrhythmia cases and coronary artery disease
• Published researcher in cardiovascular immunology and inflammation

Dr. Kakar specializes in arrhythmia treatment with advanced training from Switzerland's Zurich University in heart failure management.

• Completed cardiology specialization at Dokuz Eylul University
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and American College of Cardiology
• Affiliated with Medicalpoint International Hospital in Izmir
• Focused on innovative approaches to heart rhythm disorders

Specialized in arrhythmia and structural heart diseases, Dr. Mustafa Dogdus performs advanced EPS and ablation procedures at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and Turkish Cardiology Association
• Expert in treating atrial fibrillation and ventricular arrhythmias
• Part of the Cardiovascular Academy Association's Young Academy Board

Dr. Murat Sunbul is a Professor of Cardiology at Istinye University, Topkapi Liv Hospital. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers in respected international medical journals. Dr. Sunbul specializes in complex coronary interventions and advanced cardiac imaging. He is an expert in structural heart disease treatments like TAVI and PFO closure.

• Performs carotid, peripheral, and renal artery interventions.
• Expert in coronary imaging using FFR, OCT, and IVUS techniques.
• Provides device therapies including LBB pacing, ICD, and CRT implantation.
• Treats complex conditions like pulmonary hypertension and chronic heart failure.

Dr. Mutlu Cicek specializes in arrhythmia and other cardiovascular conditions, bringing focused expertise to rhythm disorders.

• Treats a wide range of heart rhythm disorders
• Works at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
• Focuses on coronary artery diseases and high blood pressure

Dr. Ravan Israfilov specializes in heart rhythm disorders with a strong focus on arrhythmia treatment at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• 5 years of specialized cardiology training at Kocaeli University
• Expertise in diagnosing and treating various cardiovascular conditions
• Trained at Azerbaijan Medical University, a leading medical institution

Dr. Yucel specializes in rhythm disorders (arrhythmias) and coronary interventions at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in coronary artery diseases and heart valve conditions
• Performs angiography and interventional procedures
• Treats high blood pressure and cholesterol issues

Specializes in rhythm disorders with advanced training at Cleveland Clinic – one of the world's top cardiology centers.

• Expert in ablation and cryotherapy for arrhythmia
• Member of European Society of Cardiology
• Performs pacemaker applications and complex interventions
• Trained in interventional cardiology techniques

Dr. Yucel specializes in rhythm disorders (arrhythmias) at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on precise diagnosis and treatment.

• Expert in coronary angiography and intervention
• Treats a wide range of cardiovascular conditions
• Specializes in high blood pressure and cholesterol management

Dr. Marasli specializes in cardiology with 16 years of experience, focusing on arrhythmia treatment at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Trained at Cumhuriyet University's Cardiology Department
• Works exclusively in cardiology since 2016
• Member of Avicenna International Hospital's cardiology team

With over 24 years in cardiology, Dr. Enhos specializes in arrhythmia treatments at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital
• Holds academic titles including Associate Professor
• Extensive experience in both clinical and academic settings

Prof. Cengiz Koksal leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, bringing over 34 years of specialized experience in arrhythmia treatment.

• Awarded Associate Professor title in Cardiovascular Surgery in 2005
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Contributed to establishing a Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic
• Specializes in complex arrhythmia cases