Angiography Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is a cardiovascular surgeon at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey. Dr. Kucukaksu specializes in adult and pediatric heart transplantation. He completed fellowships at institutions in the US, Germany, and France.

• Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center.
• Performs off-pump coronary bypass, valve replacements, and complex aortic repairs.
• Expert in LVAD systems and total artificial heart surgery.
• Established heart transplant centers at several major medical institutions.

Dr. Seda Turgut is an endocrinologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. She specializes in pituitary diseases, thyroid disorders, and metabolic bone conditions. Dr. Turgut completed medical observations at the Cleveland Clinic Endocrinology and Metabolism Institute. She also observed clinical practices at the University of Piemonte Orientale in Italy.

• Treats type 2 diabetes using stem cell therapy and metabolic surgery.
• Performs thyroidectomy and radioiodine therapy for goiter and thyroid diseases.
• Provides bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) for reproductive system issues.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Ulus, a center recognized for diagnostic excellence.

Dr. Hakan Yanar is a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic oncologic surgery for colon, stomach, and esophageal cancers. Dr. Yanar holds an Honorary Diploma from the European Board of Surgery in Emergency Surgery. He has trained at prestigious US institutions, including the USC Keck School of Medicine.

• Performs robotic and laparoscopic procedures for complex gastrointestinal diseases.
• Served as an instructor for cadaver training in colon and rectal surgery in New York.
• Completed specialized robotic surgery training at IRCAD in France.
• Works at a clinic recognized as a Center of Excellence for robotic and colorectal surgery.

Dr. Erkancakir is a pediatric pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He is a recipient of the Turkish Thoracic Society national lung health award. Dr. Erkancakir serves as a board member of the Pediatric Chest Diseases Association. He specializes in childhood asthma, cystic fibrosis, and sleep-related breathing disorders.

• Earned over 20 national and international awards for pediatric respiratory research.
• Performs bronchoscopic diagnosis and treatment procedures for infants and children.
• Treats complex conditions like tuberculosis and chronic respiratory tract infections.
• Collaborates with Boston Children's Hospital through Liv Hospital's international partnership.

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.

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Dr. Sema Yilmaz is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specializes in cell therapies for childhood cancers and cancer immunology. Dr. Yilmaz conducted research at top US institutions, including MD Anderson and Harvard University.

• Member of the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR).
• Treats complex pediatric conditions like neuroblastoma, retinoblastoma, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs bone marrow biopsies and intra-arterial chemotherapy for young patients.
• Works at JCI-accredited Koru Ankara Hospital, which features an on-site bone marrow transplant center.

Dr. Kursat Fidanci is a pediatric cardiologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in treating congenital heart disease, rhythm disorders, and rheumatic heart conditions. Dr. Fidanci holds the title of Associate Professor and has more than 10 years of subspecialty expertise. He previously served as a faculty member at the GATA Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in fetal echocardiography and congenital heart disease management.
• Expert in monitoring heart health for young athletes.
• Works at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.
• Focuses on pediatric heart valve procedures and atrial septal defect surgery.