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Nermina Alagic

  • 14 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Nermina Alagic is an attending cardiologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul, a Johns Hopkins Medicine affiliate. She graduated from Istanbul University–Cerrahpaşa. She completed her cardiology residency at Istanbul Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital (2014–2018). She focuses on cardiac imaging. She has expertise in 2D/3D transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography (TTE/TEE). She advanced this training through research at the UAB Echo Lab (2015) and hands-on 2D/3D TEE work in the TEE Lab (2018–2019).

    Her research covers photomedicine and cardiology. Her papers appear in Journal of Biomedical Optics, PNAS, Photochemistry and Photobiology, Echocardiography, Minerva Cardioangiologica, and Archives of Medical Science (2013–2020). She completed a clinical and interventional cardiology observership at Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney (2019). She also worked at the Harvard Medical School Wellman Center for Photomedicine (2012–2013). She is a full member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology, and an EACVI silver member. Award: ASP Fredrick Urbach Memorial Student Travel Award (2013).

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Yigit Changa

  • 16 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Associate Professor of Cardiology with specialized training at Dr. Siyami Ersek, one of Turkey's leading cardiovascular hospitals.

    • Board-certified cardiologist since 2016
    • Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
    • Fluent in English for international patients
    • Practices at Florence Nightingale Hospital network
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Cenk Indelen

  • 24 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Cenk İndelen is a cardiovascular surgery specialist. He has practiced since 2002. He has worked at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2025. He completed his residency in thoracic, cardiovascular, and vascular surgery at Kocaeli University (1996–2002). He became an associate professor in 2023.

    His focus is patient blood management and cardiothoracic optimization. He has published on transfusion cost-effectiveness and PBM implementation (Cardiovasc J Afr, 2023). He has also reported on the economics of aortic valve replacement (Heart Surg Forum, 2023) and techniques in coronary, mitral, and aortic surgery. His work also appears in JAMA (2023), Crit Care Med (2025), and Transfusion (2025).

    Accreditations and memberships: Orsi da Vinci robotic console training (Belgium, 2014). Koç University Animal Use Certificate (2017). Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management course (2020). Publons Peer Reviewer course (2020). Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, ISMICS, the ERAS Society, the Blood Transfusion Society, the Society for the Advancement of PBM, and ASCVTS.

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Hakan Ucar

  • 23 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Cardiology Department 

     

    Education and Specialty: 

    2003 - Medical Education, School of Medicine, Çukurova University 

    2009 – Specialty, School of Medicine, Uludağ University 

    2015- Associate Professor, Adana Training and Research Hospital 

     

    Experience: 

    2012 - 2015 – Head of Educational and Administrative Affairs, ENT Clinic, Haseki Training and Research Hospital (3 years) 

    2009 – 2011, Conscription, Şevket Yılmaz Training and Research Hospital, Bursa 

    2011-2013 Bursa State Hospital 

    2013-2015 Seyhan Practice Hospital, Adana Training and Research Hospital 

    2015-2016 Head of Department of Cardiology, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital 

    February 2016 – July 2019, Head of Department of Cardiology, School of Medicine, Biruni University. 

     

    Fields of Specialties: 

    Complex Coronary Interventions 

    Complex Peripheral Interventions 

    Pacemaker Procedures 

    Electrophysiological Study and Ablation 

    Heart Valve Interventions (TAVI, Mitraclip, Mitral Balloon) 

     

    Certificates: 

    Board Certificate, European Society of Cardiology 

    Board Certificate, Turkish Society of Cardiology 

     

    Professional Memberships- Number Insignificant: 

    1. European Society of Cardiology 

    2. Turkish Society of Cardiology 

    3. Member of Istanbul Medical Chamber 

     

    Personal motto: Your heart is entrusted to us 

     

    Researches and Articles: 

    Articles published in international peer-review journals: 

    1. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Koyunsever NY, Seker T, Türkoglu C, Kaypakli O, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Cayli M. Mean platelet volume is independently associated with renal dysfunction in stable coronary artery disease. Platelets (ISI). 2013 Jun; 25(4):274-278. doi: 10.3109/09537104.2013.805406. Epub 2013 Jun 17 

    A2. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Yildirim A, Börekçi A, Gözükara MY, Seker T, Kaypakli O, Türkoglu C, Ozaltun B, Akyol S, Harbalioglu H, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Cayli M. Increased Aortic Stiffness Predicts Contrast-Induced Nephropathy in Patients With Stable Coronary Artery Disease Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention. Angiology (ISI). 2014 Oct;65(9):806-11. doi: 10.1177/0003319713504126. Epub 2013 Sep 26. 

    A3. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Kivrak A, Koyunsever NY, Seker T, Akilli RE, Türkoglu C, Kaypakli O, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Tanboga HI, Cayli M. High-sensitivity cardiac troponin T levels in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients with different left ventricle geometry. Blood Pressure (ISI). 2014 Aug;23(4):240-7. doi: 10.3109/08037051.2013.840429. Epub 2013 Sep 23. 

    A4. *Uçar H*, Mustafa Gür M, Gözükara MY, Kıvrak A, Kolcu Z, Akyol S, Kaypaklı O, Elbasan Z, Sahin DY, Türkoglu C, Seker T, Çaylı M. Relationship between mean platelet volume and morning blood pressure surge in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients. The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology (ISI). 2014 Apr 8. doi: 10.5152/akd.2014.5196. [Epub ahead of print]. 

    A5. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Seker T, Kaypaklı O, Elbasan Z, Koyunsever NY, Türkoglu C, Özaltun B, Kuloglu O, Kalkan GY, Sahin DY, Çaylı M. High-Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin T is Associated with SYNTAX Score and Diabetes Mellitus in Patients with Stable Coronary Artery Disease. Journal of Clinical & Experimental Cardiology , 2013 Jun; 4(9):1-5. doi: 10.4172/2155-9880.1000263 

    A6. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Gözükara MY, Kalkan GY, Baykan AO, Türkoğlu C, Kaypakl O, Seker T, Sen O, Selek S, Cayl M. Gamma glutamyl transferase activity is Independently associated with oxidative stress rather than SYNTAX score. Scand J Clin Lab Invest (ISI). 2014 Sep 2:1-6. [Epub ahead of print] 

    A7. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Börrekçi A, Yıldırım A, Baykan AO, Kalkan GY,Koç M, Şeker T, Coşkun M, Şen Ö, Çaylı M. Relationship between extent and complexity of coronary artery disease and different left ventricular geometric patterns in patients with coronary artery disease and hypertension. The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology (ISI). DOI:10.5152/akd.2014.5747 

    A8. Çaylı M, Elbasan Z, Gür M, Şeker T, *Uçar H*, Kuloğlu O, Şen O, Şahin DY, Yüksel Kalkan G. Modified flower petal technique in the treatment of isolated ostial left main and non-left main bifurcation lesions. Eurointervention. Accepted 2014 Oct. 20140324-02-R2 

    A9. Baykan AO, Yüksel Kalkan G, Gür M, *Uçar H*, Acele A, Seker T, Sen O, Kaypakli O, Harbalioğlu H, Cayli M. Coronary Flow Velocity Reserve in Patients with Ascending Aorta Aneurysm. Echocardiography (ISI). 2014 Oct 7. doi: 10.1111/echo.12782. [Epub ahead of print] 

    A10. Şeker T, Gür M, *Uçar H*, Türkoğlu C, Baykan AO, Özaltun B, Harbalıoğlu H, Kalkan GY, Kaypaklı O, Kuloğlu O, Şen Ö, Koç M, Çaylı M. Lower serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D level is associated with impaired myocardial performance and left ventricle hypertrophy in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients. The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology (ISI). DOI:10.5152/akd.2014.5637 

    A11. Gözükara MY, Börekçi A, Gür M, Aksoy N, Seker T, Kaypaklı O, *Uçar H*, Türkoğlu C, Koç M, Makca I, Akyol S, Selek S, Caylı M. Gamma Glutamyl Transferase Activity is Associated With Both Paraoxonase Activity and Aortic Stiffness in Hypertensive Patients. J Clin Lab Anal (ISI). 2014 Aug 17. doi: 10.1002/jcla.21785. [Epub ahead of print] 

    A12. Kalkan GY, Gür M, Baykan AO, *Uçar H*, Elbasan Z, Şahin DY, Koç M, Börekçi A, Çaylı M. Mean platelet volume is associated with aortic intima-media thickness in patients without clinical manifestation of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology (ISI). DOI:10.5152/akd.2014.5576 

    A13. Gür M, Türkoglu C, Taskın A, *Uçar H*, Börekçi A, Seker T, Gözükara MY, Kaypaklı O, Akyol S, Selek S, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Çayli M. Paraoxonase 1 activity and oxidative stress in patients with anterior ST elevation myocardial infarction undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention with and without no-reflow. Atherosclerosis (ISI). 2014 Jun;234(2):415-20. doi: 10.1016/j.atherosclerosis.2014.03.005. Epub 2014 Apr 3. 

    A14. Sahin DY, Gür M, Elbasan Z, Kırım S, *Uçar H*, Seker T, Kaypaklı O, Uysal OK, Kıvrak A, Koyunsever NY, Akıllı RE, Caylı M. NT-proBNP predicts impaired myocardial function in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients with preserved ejection fraction. Clinical and Experimental Hypertension (ISI). 2014;36(5):289-94. doi: 10.3109/10641963.2013.810234. Epub 2013 Jul 18. 

    A15. Caylı M, Gür M, Kalkan GY, Elbasan Z, Sahin DY, Koyunsever NY, Türkoglu C, Seker T, Kaypaklı O, Harbalıoglu H, Uçar. Gamma glutamyl transferase activity: Relationship with thoracic aortic intima media thickness and inflammation. Herz (ISI). 2014 Sep;39(6):761-766. Epub 2013 Aug 11. 

    A16. Çaylı M, Gür M, Elbasan Z, Seker T, Türkoglu C, Kaypaklı O, Sahin DY, *Uçar H*, Kıvrak A, Koyunsever NY, Sen Ö. High-sensitivity cardiac troponin T predicts nondipper hypertension in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients. J Clin Hypertens (Greenwich) (ISI). 2013 Oct;15(10):731- 6. doi: 10.1111/jch.12176. Epub 2013 Aug 7. 

    A17. Kalkan GY, Gür M, Baykan AO, Koyunsever NY, Kaypakli O, Sen O, Kuloglu O, Seker T, *Uçar H*, Akyol S, Elbasan Z, Sahin DY, Çayli M. Serum bilirubin level and aortic intima-media thickness in patients without clinical manifestation of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Angiology (ISI). 2014 Apr;65(4):308-12. doi: 10.1177/0003319713507627. Epub 2013 Oct 24. 

    A18. Gür M, *Uçar H*, Kuloglu O, Kıvrak A, Seker T, Türkoglu C, Ozaltun B, Kaypaklı O, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Tanboga HI, Caylı M. Estimated glomerular filtration rate is associated with both arterial stiffness and N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients. Clinical and Experimental Hypertension (ISI). 2014;36(6):374-9. doi: 10.3109/10641963.2013.827703. Epub 2014 Jan 16. 

    A19. Gür M, Caylı M, *Uçar H*, Elbasan Z, Sahin DY, Gözükara MY, Selek S, Koyunsever NY, Seker T, Türkoglu C, Kaypaklı O, Aksoy N. Paraoxonase (PON1) activity in patients with subclinical thoracic aortic atherosclerosis. Int J Cardiovasc Imaging (ISI). 2014 Jun;30(5):889-95. doi: 10.1007/s10554-014-0407-y. Epub 2014 Apr 4. 

    A20. Budak YU, Huysal K, Polat M, Tarakçi G, *Uçar H*. Evaluation of the Steelex M600H coagulometer prothrombin time-international normalized ratio assay with Steelex test reagents. Biochem Med (Zagreb) (ISI). 2012 Jan; 22: 121-126 pp. 

    A21. Seker T, Türkoglu C, *Uçar H*, Gür M, Sahin DY, Caylı M. Treatment of totally occluded aortic coarctation using a covered stent. Herz (ISI). 2014 Mar; DOI: 10.1007/s00059-013-3984-y [Epub ahead of print] 

    A22. Börekçi A, Gür M, Türkoğlu C, Çaylı M, Selek S, Kaypaklı O, *Uçar H*, Coskun M, Seker T, Koç M, Gökdeniz T, Gözükara MY. Oxidative Stress and Paraoxonase 1 Activity Predict ContrastInduced Nephropathy in Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Undergoing Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention. Angiology (ISI). 2014 May; DOI: 10.1177/0003319714533588 [Epub ahead of print] 

    A23. Kalkan GY, Gür M, Haydardedeoglu FE , Sinan Kırım S, Baykan AO, Kuloglu O, *Uçar H*, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Seker T, Turkoglu C, Yildirim A, Cayli M. The Association between Aortic Distensibility and Coronary Flow Reserve in Newly Diagnosed Diabetic Patients. Echocardiography (ISI). 2014 May; DOI: 10.1111/echo.12631 [Epub ahead of print] 

    A24. Kalkan GY, Gür M, Koyunsever NY, Seker T, Gözükara MY, *Uçar H*, Kaypaklı O, Baykan AO, Akyol S, Türkoglu C, Elbasan Z, Sahin DY, Çaylı M. Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D level and aortic intima-media thickness in patients without clinical manifestation of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis (ISI). 2014 Aug 17. doi: 10.1002/jcla.21770. [Epub ahead of print]. 

    A25. *Uçar H*, Karaagaç K, Serdar OA, Yetkin ZA, Aktürk Y, Karaagaç EU, Sarıcaoglu H, Arterial Elasticity Measurement in Patients with Behçet Disease. HealthMED (2012’ de ISI) 2012 May; 6: 3255-3261 pp. 

    A26. Karaagaç K, *Uçar H*, Karaagaç E, Yetkin ZA, Aktürk Y. The Relation Betwen Aspirin Resistance and Mean Platelet Volume in Patients with Significant Coronary Artery Stenosis. HealthMED (2012’ de ISI) 2012 May ;6: 3701-3705 pp. 

    A27. Cander S, Coban S Altuner S, Gül ÖÖ, Yetgin ZA, Akkurt A, *Uçar H*, Tuncel E. Prevalence and Correlates of Erectile Dysfunction in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional SingleCenter Study Among Turkish Patients. Metabolic Syndrome and Related Disorders (ISI). 2014 Aug;12(6):324-9. doi: 10.1089/met.2013.0150. Epub 2014 Mar 25. 

    A28. Abalı G, *Uçar H*, Elbasan Z , Gür M ,Seker T, Koyunsever NY, Çaylı M, Akpınar O. Effect of Statin on Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease. Experimental & Clinical Cardiology (ISI). 2014 May 

    A29. Effect of fasting on 24-h blood pressure values of individuals with no previous history of hypertension. Seker A, Demirci H, Ocakoglu G, Aydin U, Ucar H, Yildiz G, Yaman O. Blood Press Monit. 2017 Oct;22(5):247-252. doi: 10.1097/MBP.0000000000000244 

    A30. The importance of the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Ozyilmaz S, Akgul O, Uyarel H, Pusuroglu H, Gul M, Satilmisoglu MH, Bolat I, Ozyilmaz I, *Uçar H*, Yildirim A, Bakir I. Rev Port Cardiol. 2017 Apr;36(4):239-246. doi: 10.1016/j.repc.2016.09.014. Epub 2017 Mar 18. English, Portuguese 

    A31. A case of stent thrombosis presenting as acute myocardial infarction related to right coronary artery originating from the left coronary system. Ermis E, Kahraman S, Ucar H, Allahverdiyev S. Intractable Rare Dis Res. 2018 Feb;7(1):58-60. doi: 10.5582/irdr.2018.01001. 

    A32. Triple Coronary Artery Thrombosis Presenting as Acute Anterior ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction. Ermis E, Kahraman S, Ucar H, Ozyılmaz SO, Allahverdiyev S. Int J Angiol. 2018 Dec;27(4):223-226. doi: 10.1055/s-0037-1608959. Epub 2017 Dec 12 

    A33. Relationship between blood pressure variability and cognitive function in geriatric hypertensive patients with well-controlled blood pressure. Yıldırım E, Ermis E, Allahverdiyev S, Ucar H, Yavuzer S, Yavuzer H, Cengiz M. Aging Clin Exp Res. 2019 Feb 1. doi: 10.1007/s40520- 019-01141-6. 

     

    C2. Book chapters written in other languages: 

    C2.1. Hung JS, Lau KW, *Uçar H*, Çaylı M, Çaylı M, Practical Handbook: Practical Handbook of Advanced Interventional Cardiology (Inoue balloon mitral valvuloplasty),437-473 pp, Adana / Turkey, Çukurova Nobel Medical Bookstore, 2014 

    C2.2. Feldman T, Nguyen TN, *Uçar H*, Çaylı M, Çaylı M, Practical Handbook: Practical Handbook of Advanced Interventional Cardiology (retrograde percutaneous aortic valvuloplasty), 475-486 pp, Çukurova, Adana / Turkey, Çukurova Nobel Medical Bookstore, 2014 

     

    D. Articles published in local peer-review journals: 

    D1. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Seker T, Sahin DY, Kalkan GY, Türkoglu C, Yıldırım A, Kaypaklı O, Elbasan Z, Çaylı M. Impaired kidney function is associated with syntax scorein patients with stable coronary artery disease. Archive of Turkish Society of Cardiology, 2014; DOI: 10.5543/tkda.2014.67790 

    D2. Kalkan GY, Gür M, Elbasan Z, Baykan AO, Kuloğlu O, Sahin DY, Seker T, Haydardedeoglu FE, Şen Ö, *Uçar H*, Kırım S, Çayli M. Left Ventricle Geometry Affects Coronary Flow Reserve in Diabetic Patients. Archive of Turkish Society of Cardiology, Doi: 10.5543/tkda.2015.59432 

    D3. *Uçar H*, Karaagaç K, Tiryakioglu S. Woven Left Coronary Artery: A Case Report. Turkish Clinics Journal of Medical Research-Case Reports 2014 (22), 5-6 pp. 

    D4. Albayrak S, Kemal Karaagaç K, Baran I, Yetgin ZA, *Uçar H*, Aydınlar A, "Carvedilol and Metoprolol in Acute Myocardial Infarction Early Effect of Oxidized LDL and Paraoxonase-1 Activity Abant Medical Journal 2013; DOI: 10.5505/abantmedj.2013.30592 

    D5. Gür AK, Eker E, Akyol A, Akdag S, Kolcu Z, Odabası D, *Uçar H*. Useage of Intra-aortic Baloon Pump in the Open Heart Surgeries. Medical Journal of School of Medicine, Harran University 2014 (11), 10-14 pp. 

    D6. Aktürk Y, Dilek Yesilbursa D, *Uçar H*, Yücel E, Özdabakoglu O, Eryılmaz S, Sensoy B, Serdar OA, Aydınlar A. The Effect of Diurnal Blood Pressure Change on Heart Rate Recovery After Cardiac Stress Testing in Hypertensive Patients Receiving Treatment. Uludağ University, School of Medicine Journal 2008 (34), 9-13 pp. 

    D7. Yesilbursa D, Aydinlar A, Karaagaç K, *Uçar H*, Aktürk Y, Yetgin ZA. Comparison of Depression and Anxiety Levels in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome. Journal of Clinical and Analytical Medicine 2014; DOI: 10.4328/JCAM.1443 

    D8. Emül A, Karaagaç K, Yetgin ZA, *Uçar H*, Baran I, Aydınlar A. The Effects of Metabolic Syndrome on Aortic Distensibility in Patients with Angiographically Normal Coronary Arteries. Sakarya Medical Journal 2013; DOI: 10.5505/sakaryamj.2013.69672 

    D9. Assessment of side branch patency using a jailed semi-inflated balloon technique with coronary bifurcation lesions. Ermiş E, *Uçar H*, Demirelli S, İpek E, Gür M, Çaylı M. Archive of Turkish Society of Cardiology 2018 Jul;46(5):340-348. doi: 10.5543/tkda.2018.47347.

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Murat Sunbul

  • 20 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 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.

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Ilhan Mavioglu

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Tekirdag
  • Professor İlhan Mavioğlu is a cardiovascular surgeon and leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Outpatient Clinic. His focus areas include total arterial revascularization. He performs minimally invasive off-pump anaortic CABG (MACAB) and MIDCAB. He also performs awake carotid surgery. He manages peripheral vascular and endovascular procedures, including chimney TEVAR, EVAR, BEVAR, FEVAR, PEVAR, and CERAB, and handles related complications.

    Education and accreditation: MD, Hacettepe University (1990). Cardiovascular surgery specialization, Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital (1996). Associate Professor, Mersin University (2003). Professor, Düzce University (2012). Certificates include endovascular training (2011) and Robotic Mitral Valve Repair (2014).

    Publications include J Clin Med (2023), Innovations (2023), J Card Surg (2022), and Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann (2019). He also authored a 12-year infrarenal AAA mortality report (1999). He has been a member of national and European cardiovascular and vascular societies since 1992.

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Dr Gokhan Ertas

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor of Cardiology with 36 years of experience of experience – Dr Ertas specializes in complex vascular conditions at Liv Hospital Ulus.

    • Expert in peripheral arterial diseases and vascular interventions
    • Trained at Thorax Center, ErasmusMC – a leading European cardiology center
    • Performs advanced diagnostic techniques including 3D echocardiography
    • Specializes in percutaneous valve interventions like TAVI
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Deniz Suha Kucukaksu

  • 40 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is a distinguished cardiovascular surgeon with 40 years of experience of experience, specializing in complex circulatory conditions at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

    • Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center
    • Pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey
    • Extensive training in LVAD systems and heart failure surgery internationally
    • Performs advanced procedures including off-pump coronary bypass and aortic repair
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Alp Burak Catakoglu

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Catakoglu specializes in advanced cardiovascular interventions, including complex coronary and peripheral procedures.

    • Over 36 years of experience of experience in cardiology
    • Expert in coronary angiography and stent procedures
    • Trained in transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) in Switzerland
    • Performs intra-coronary imaging and physiological examinations
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Akin Torun

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Specializes in cardiovascular and vascular diseases, including Raynaud's disease, with a focus on sports cardiology and preventive medicine.

    • Trained at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
    • Experience at multiple prestigious hospitals including GATA
    • Focuses on athlete performance and cardiac rehabilitation
    • Expertise in hypertension and cholesterol disorders
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Bookimed has coordinated 53672 requests for Raynaud`s disease treatment in Turkey, collaborating with 10 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
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#116 years of experienceCardiovascular complicationsSpecialized cardiovascular training at a top research hospital. Member of Turkish Society of Cardiology with academic credentials.
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#236 years of experienceVascular complicationsCardiology professor with specialized training in vascular interventions. Performs advanced procedures like TAVI and MitraClip at Liv Hospital's cardiac center.
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#340 years of experienceComplex circulatory conditionsLeads Turkey's premier artificial heart program – specializes in mechanical circulatory support. Trained in Germany, France, and the US for advanced heart failure surgery.
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#436 years of experienceComplex cardiovascular interventionsSpecializes in advanced coronary and peripheral interventions, including TAVI and Mitra-Clip procedures. Trained at prestigious institutions in Europe.
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#536 years of experienceAthletes with Raynaud'sCombines sports cardiology with vascular expertise – rare focus on athlete-specific Raynaud's management. Trained at top Turkish medical institutions.
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Which specialists in Turkey treat Raynaud’s disease?

Raynaud's disease in Türkiye is treated by a multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and rheumatologists. These specialists focus on improving blood flow and managing underlying autoimmune conditions through advanced diagnostics and targeted vascular interventions at JCI-accredited centers in Istanbul and Tekirdag.

  • Cardiovascular surgeons. Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital manages complex circulatory conditions.
  • Interventional cardiologists. Dr. Gokhan Ertas at Liv Hospital Ulus specializes in peripheral arterial diseases and imaging.
  • Cardiovascular surgery. Dr. Cenk Indelen at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital performs minimally invasive and robotic procedures.
  • Vascular cardiology. Dr. Akin Torun at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul focuses on hypertension and leg vascular diseases.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients with Raynaud's often benefit from choosing doctors with international fellowships. For example, Dr. Gokhan Ertas and Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu completed training in the Netherlands, Germany, and the US. These specialists use advanced imaging like 3D echocardiography to distinguish between primary Raynaud's and secondary vascular complications, which is essential for accurate treatment.

Patient Consensus: Many found that tracking specific symptom patterns helped their doctors identify autoimmune overlaps early. They suggest pushing for vascular imaging during initial visits to clarify circulation issues that standard medications might miss.

How do I choose the best Raynaud’s specialist in Turkey?

Choose the best Raynaud's specialist in Turkey by selecting board-certified cardiologists or vascular surgeons at JCI-accredited centers like Liv Hospital or Anadolu Medical Center. Prioritize professors with international fellowships from institutions like Harvard or the University of London who specialize in peripheral interventions and vascular imaging.

  • Specialized credentials. Look for European Society of Cardiology certification to ensure international standards of vascular care.
  • Advanced diagnostics. Select specialists who perform capillary microscopy and 3D echocardiography for detailed blood flow analysis.
  • Academic expertise. Professors with over 100 peer-reviewed articles offer research-backed treatments for secondary autoimmune symptoms.
  • International training. Doctors trained in the US, UK, or Germany bring diverse experience to complex cases.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows that top Turkish specialists like Dr. Nermina Alagic at Anadolu Medical Center or Dr. Alp Burak Catakoglu at Liv Hospital often combine cardiology with academic research from global hubs like Harvard or London. This is a unique advantage because Raynaud's frequently requires highly specific vascular imaging and a deep understanding of peripheral blood flow that only advanced research-focused centers can provide.

Patient Consensus: Patients recommend visiting university-affiliated hospitals in Istanbul to access professors who integrate lifestyle adjustments with medical therapy. Many suggest advocating for specific vascular tests early on, as general diagnosis may otherwise overlook underlying autoimmune connections.

What does a first consultation with a Raynaud’s doctor in Turkey cost?

A first consultation with a Raynaud's specialist in Turkey typically costs around $160. Patients often see experienced cardiologists or vascular surgeons who hold international board certifications and have trained at prestigious institutions like the University of London or Harvard Medical School.

  • Specialist consultation fee. Initial meetings with specialists in Turkey generally cost approximately $160.
  • Diagnostic blood tests. Extended blood analysis costs from Price on request to Price on request .
  • Baseline heart imaging. An electrocardiogram (ECG) typically ranges between Price on request and Price on request .
  • Neurology second opinion. Consulting a neurologist to rule out nerve-related causes starts from Price on request .

Bookimed Expert Insight: While general costs cluster around $160, choosing a professor like Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu at Basskent University can be more effective for complex cases as they specialize in total vascular repair. Bookimed data shows that specialists at JCI-accredited centers often provide more thorough initial vascular screenings than smaller clinics.

Patient Consensus: Patients noted that private consultations in major cities are efficient, but it is helpful to ask specifically about diagnostic tools like nailfold capillaroscopy beforehand. Some mentioned that arranging translation through Bookimed is useful to ensure clear communication during the medical assessment.

Do Turkish Raynaud’s doctors offer remote second opinion for international patients?

Turkish specialists in cardiology and vascular surgery offer remote second opinions for Raynaud's disease through digital consultations. Doctors like Dr. Nermina Alagic at Anadolu Medical Center and Dr. Cenk Indelen at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital provide video meetings to review medical files and diagnostic scans.

  • Specialized reviews. Professors and associate professors analyze blood work and imaging to differentiate primary and secondary Raynaud's.
  • Remote accessibility. Patients can upload files to secure portals for review by JCI-accredited hospital departments.
  • Bilingual communication. Many Turkish experts, including Dr. Yigit Changa, are fluent in English for clear discussions.
  • Treatment planning. Doctors provide detailed written reports with recommendations for medication or advanced vascular interventions.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While many major centers offer digital services, patients should look for doctors with specific research backgrounds in peripheral arterial diseases. Experts like Dr. Gokhan Ertas at Liv Hospital Ulus have trained at European centers like ErasmusMC, bringing international research standards to remote case evaluations.

Patient Consensus: Patients value the ability to share scans with international rheumatologists for detailed feedback on triggers. Those who use digital platforms often find that remote opinions save significant travel costs while providing professional medical insights.

Are Raynaud’s specialists in Turkey experienced in biological therapy?

Raynaud’s specialists in Turkey provide biological therapy primarily when the condition is secondary to autoimmune diseases like scleroderma or lupus. Rheumatologists and vascular surgeons use biologic agents such as Rituximab to manage severe autoimmune-related vascular issues and prevent tissue damage.

  • Specialized credentials. Many Turkish specialists hold board certification from the European Society of Cardiology.
  • Advanced training. Specialists frequently complete fellowships in London and Australia to master vascular imaging.
  • Academic expertise. Top professors have published 100+ peer-reviewed articles on complex peripheral and vascular interventions.
  • Integrated care. Treatment often involves multidisciplinary teams at JCI-accredited centers like Liv Hospital Ulus.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While many Turkish doctors focus on interventional procedures like stenting, those at Johns Hopkins-affiliated clinics like Anadolu Medical Center have deeper research ties to Harvard and other top institutions. This often translates to a better understanding of advanced immunotherapies for complex Raynaud’s cases compared to general clinics.

Patient Consensus: Patients noticed specialists have strong diagnostic skills but often prefer standard vasodilators over biological options. Some travelers felt they needed to be proactive about requesting biologics, as doctors sometimes consider them a non-routine choice for Raynaud’s.

Will the doctor speak English during my Raynaud’s appointment?

Most specialists in Turkey speak English fluently and often complete their medical education in English-only programs. Doctors like Dr. Nermina Alagic at Anadolu Medical Center and Assoc. Prof. Yigit Changa at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital are fully proficient in English. This ensures clear communication about symptoms like numbness or tingling during your Raynaud’s disease appointment.

  • International training. Many doctors trained in London, Australia, or the US to master complex procedures.
  • English-led education. Specialists often graduate from medical programs taught exclusively in English to prepare for global research.
  • JCI accreditation. Hospitals like Liv Hospital Ulus maintain international standards where staff are used to foreigners.
  • Academic expertise. Professors frequently publish research in international journals, requiring a high level of medical English.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients seeking the best communication should look for doctors with research fellowships in English-speaking countries. Specialists like Dr. Nermina Alagic have worked at Harvard Medical School and the University of Sydney. This international exposure typically means the doctor can discuss complex vascular details without needing a translator.

Patient Consensus: Patients treated in Istanbul centers often find that doctors confirm their English comfort immediately upon meeting. While nursing staff might occasionally use translator apps, specialists typically handle the clinical consultation smoothly in English.