Page 2 - Best Atrial fibrillation doctors in Turkey: TOP 49 doctors

Prof. Murat Sünbül is a Professor of Cardiology at İstinye University, Topkapı Liv Hospital (2025–present). He earned his M.D. from Istanbul University in 2005 and completed a cardiology residency at Marmara University in 2010. From 2011 to 2025, he served at Marmara University as a Cardiology Specialist, and then as Assistant, Associate, and Professor.

Expertise includes complex coronary interventions and coronary imaging (FFR, OCT, IVUS). He performs peripheral, carotid, and renal artery interventions and denervation. He treats structural and valve disease (ASD/PFO closure, TAVI). He provides device therapy (LBB pacing, ICD, CRT). He uses advanced imaging (TEE, 3D echo, speckle tracking) and performs right heart catheterization. He also manages heart failure, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and pulmonary hypertension.

He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers in national and international journals. His work has appeared in Herz, The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon, Cardiology Journal, and Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift.

Dr. Hasan Yucel has successfully performed 10,000+ valve replacement surgeries with minimal complications – a testament to his expertise in cardiac care.

• 18+ years specializing in rhythm disorders and heart valve diseases
• Guest speaker at scientific meetings with national and international publications
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine and premier hospitals

Professor Engin Bozkurt leads the Cardiology Department at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University and practices at Medicana International Ankara Hospital.

• Over 28 years of cardiology experience
• Founded and headed two university cardiology departments
• Specializes in complex cardiac arrhythmia cases
• Board-certified in cardiology since 1997

Dr. Yilmaz combines cardiovascular surgery expertise with integrative medicine – offering holistic care for atrial fibrillation. Over 100 published articles highlight his commitment to research.

• Cardiovascular surgeon specialist with 20 scientific course certificates
• Integrative complementary medicine physician
• Skilled in phytotherapy, homeopathy, and acupuncture for heart health
• Publishes in both mainstream and complementary medicine journals

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.

Specializes in atrial fibrillation treatment with 3D mapping ablation – Dr. Kanar represents Turkey in the European Rhythm Disorders Association.

• Trained at Paris Institute of Cardiology and Royal Brampton Hospital
• Performs advanced catheter ablation techniques for rhythm disorders
• Member of European Society of Cardiology
• Works at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul – a leading cardiac center

Prof. Mehmet Vefik Yazicioglu specializes in complex cardiac interventions, including atrial fibrillation treatments, at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Over 20 years of experience in cardiology and interventional procedures
• Expert in radial coronary interventions and TAVI procedures
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Published numerous research papers on cardiovascular treatments

Specializes in complex cardiac interventions including atrial fibrillation treatments at Liv Hospital Ulus. Performs advanced procedures like left atrial appendage closure.

• Over 20 years of experience in cardiology
• Trained at prestigious institutions including University of London
• Expert in intra-coronary imaging and physiological examinations
• Performs percutaneous mitral valve repair (Mitra-Clip) procedures

Leading cardiologist with over a decade of experience specializing in atrial fibrillation at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute
• Member of prestigious cardiology societies including the European Society of Cardiology
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for heart rhythm disorders

Professor Okay Abaci specializes in cardiovascular interventions, with advanced training in peripheral arterial disease in Italy. He performs at Biruni University Hospital.

• 17+ years of experience in cardiology
• Over 100 domestic and international publications
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology
• Completed specialized training in peripheral arterial disease intervention

Specializes in interventional cardiology with thousands of complex cases handled – Dr. Ozdemir performs radial angiography at Biruni University Hospital.

• 15+ years of experience in cardiology
• Expert in challenging coronary and peripheral procedures
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a reference center in cardiology

Professor Cenap Zeybek specializes in pediatric cardiology, with extensive experience in heart valve replacement and radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation.

• Performs complex cardiac procedures including atrial septal defect surgery
• Trained at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital
• Published researcher in pediatric cardiology
• Professor of Pediatric Cardiology since 2017

Prof. Dr. Sinan Altan Kocaman specializes in cardiac electrophysiology and ablation therapy at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Cardiology specialist with 20+ years of experience
• Expert in electrophysiological studies and ablation therapy
• Published numerous scientific publications with high citations
• Member of national and international scientific societies
• Provides patent and consultancy services for medical engineering

Dr. Aras brings over 25 years of cardiology experience, specializing in atrial fibrillation at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Extensive experience in cardiology clinics across multiple hospitals
• Specializes in atrial fibrillation management and treatment

Dr. Asim Enhos specializes in cardiology with a strong focus on atrial fibrillation, bringing years of academic and clinical experience to Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialized in Cardiology at Istanbul Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital
• Held academic positions at Bezm-i Âlem Vakif University
• Currently practices at Medipol Acibadem Hospital

Dr. Ozkan Bekler specializes in cardiology with a focus on atrial fibrillation at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Completed PhD in Cardiology at Mustafa Kemal University
• Research Assistant at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University Cardiology Department
• Specialist Doctor at Hatay Training and Research Hospital
• Academic staff at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University

Specializes in cardiac rhythm disorders, with expertise in atrial fibrillation treatment at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Skilled in pacemaker implantations and electrophysiology
• Performs catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation
• Member of Turkish Society of Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology
• Published 16 international and 20 national papers

Specializes in heart rhythm disorders with training from Kocaeli University – a leading institution for cardiology.

• 6 years of cardiology specialization training
• Expertise in hypertension and cardiovascular occlusion
• Skilled in diagnosing and treating congenital heart disease