Best Atrial septal defect surgery doctors in Turkey: TOP 14 doctors

Cardiovascular Surgery (Pediatric ) 

Prof. Dr. Emin Tireli completed his Medical initiative degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine Cardiovascular Surgery. He also did his Specialization in Cardiac Surgery from the same university.  As a professor, he provided his service to the university. Currently, he is working as a specialist at Altınbaş University Hospital Medical Park Bahçelievler in the department of Cardiac Surgery.

 Prof. Dr. Emin Tireli is proficiently treating such problems

• Congenital heart disease ,
• Pediatric cardiac surgery
• Adult cardiac surgery 
• Aortic surgery 
• Aneurysm 
• Coronary artery 
• Heart valve surgery 

Scientific Publications

1. [The effect of two different glycemic management protocols on postoperative cognitive dysfunction in coronary artery bypass surgery].

Kurnaz P, Sungur Z, Camci E, Sivrikoz N, Orhun G, Senturk M, Sayin O, Tireli E, Gurvit H.

Rev Bras Anestesiol. 2017 May - Jun;67(3):258-265. doi: 10.1016/j.bjan.2016.01.007. Epub 2017 Feb 27. Portuguese.

PMID: 28256333 Free Article

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2. The role of Porphyromonas gingivalis in the development of atherosclerosis and its relationship with fim A genotype.

Ziver T, Balci A, Ergin S, Gode S, Kuskucum M, Torlak Z, Yuksel P, Tokman HB, Ipek G, Tireli E, Midilli K, Yekeler I, Kiraz N, Kocazeybek B.

Clin Lab. 2014;60(7):1225-32.

PMID: 25134394

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3. Pressure-controlled mechanical ventilation is more advantageous in the follow-up of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease after open heart surgery.

Ugurlucan M, Basaran M, Erdim F, Selimoglu O, Caglar IM, Zencirci E, Filizcan U, Ogus NT, Yildiz Y, Tireli E, Isik O, Dayioglu E.HeartSurg Forum. 2014 Feb;17(1):E1-6. doi: 10.1532/HSF98.2013236

PMID: 24631983

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4. Extracardiac off-pump fontan completion for single ventricle with dextrocardia. Goksel OS, Gok E, Tireli E, Dayioglu E.Innovations (Phila). 2013 Jan-Feb;8(1):73-5. doi: 10.1097/IMI.0b013e3182810e08.

PMID: 23571798

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5. Aorto-GoreTex central shunt with side-to-side aortic anastomosis.Uğurlucan M, Tireli E.Ann Thorac Surg. 2012 Apr;93(4):1400-1; author reply 1401. doi: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2011.10.049. No abstract available. PMID: 22450102

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6. Transcaval invasion of right atrium by thymoma: resection via transient cava-pulmonary shunt. Toker A, Tireli E, Tanju S, Kaya S.Eur J Cardiothorac Surg. 2012 May;41(5):1175-7. doi: 10.1093/ejcts/ezr261. Epub 2012 Feb 22.PMID: 22362623 Select item 22124632

7. Aorta after stent grafting for mycotic aneurysm.Alpagut U, Ugurlucan M, Tireli E, Rozanes I, Dayioglu E.Arq Bras Cardiol. 2011 Oct;97(4):e78-81. English, Portuguese, Spanish.

PMID: 22124632 Free Article Select item 21729497

8. Modified Nikaidoh procedure in a patient with transposition of the great arteries, ventricular septal defect, and left ventricular outflow tract obstruction with unusual coronary anatomy. Ugurlucan M, Sayin OA, Tireli E Cardiol Young. 2011 Dec;21(6):703-6. doi: 10.1017/S104795111100062X. Epub 2011 Jun 27. PMID: 21729497 Select item 21440183,

9. Off-pump Fontan and fenestration during single ventricle palliation. Ugurlucan M, Karabay BC, Tireli E.Ann Thorac Surg. 2011 Apr;91(4):1309-10. doi: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2010.07.101. No abstract available. PMID: 21440183 Select item 21177304

10. Endovascular treatment of mycotic saccular aneurysms of the thoracic aorta. Ugurlucan M, Umaroglu S, Tireli E, Alpagut U.Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg. 2011 Jan;12(1):63. doi: 10.1510/icvts.2010.249102A. No abstract available.PMID: 21177304 Select item 21158914

11. Bilateral PDA in a patient with VSD and pulmonary atresia. Ugurlucan M, Sayin OA, Dayioglu E, Tireli E. JCard Surg. 2011 Jan;26(1):107-10. doi: 10.1111/j.1540-8191.2010.01165.x. Epub 2010 Dec 16.PMID: 2115891 Select item 20954441

12. Aneurysm and Helicobacter pylori relationship: the seropositivity of CagA, VacA and other antigens of Helicobacter pylori in abdominal and ascending aortic aneurysms.

Ziver T, Yuksel P, Ipek G, Yekeler I, Bayramoglu Z, Tireli E, Saribas S, Aslan M, Yalvac SD, Ozdomanic I, Torlak Z, Dirican A, Torun MM, Kocazeybek B.

New Microbiol. 2010 Jul;33(3):233-42.

PMID: 20954441 Free Article Select item 20951266

13. Surgical versus endovascular treatment for type B aortic dissections.

Ugurlucan M, Karabay BC, Alpagut U, Tireli E. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2010 Nov;140(5):1202-3.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.jtcvs.2010.06.062. No abstract available. PMID: 20951266 Free Article Select item 20942745

14. Glutamine enhances the heat shock protein 70 expression as a cardioprotective mechanism in left heart tissues in the presence of diabetes mellitus.Ugurlucan M, Erer D, Karatepe O, Ziyade S, Haholu A, Gungor Ugurlucan F, Filizcan U, Tireli E, Dayioglu E, Alpagut U.  Expert Opin Ther Targets. 2010 Nov;14(11):1143-56. doi: 10.1517/14728222.220100.521500.

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15. Infrarenal aortic coarctation. Alpagut U, Ugurlucan M, Sayin OA, Tireli E, Dayioglu E.Wien Med Wochenschr. 2010 Jul;160(13-14):372-5. doi: 10.1007/s10354-010-0810-5. PMID: 20694768

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16. The aortoplasy technique. Karabay CB, Ugurlucan M, Abbasi SH, Tireli E.Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann. 2010 Jun;18(3):316. doi: 10.1177/0218492310365362. No abstract available. PMID: 20519309

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17. eComment: Advance of guidewire from the brachial artery to facilitate correct positioning of the stent graft during repair of type 3 aortic dissections. Ugurlucan M, Alpagut U, Tireli E, Dayioglu E .Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg. 2010 Apr;10(4):599. doi: 10.1510/icvts.2009.223040A. No abstract available. PMID: 20335395 Select item 20042418

18. Single-institutional 22 years experience on cardiac myxomas. Cetin G, Gursoy M, Ugurlucan M, Uzunhasan I, Hatemi AC, Tireli E, Kucukoglu S, Kansiz E. angiology 2010 Jul;61(5):504-9. doi: 10.1177/0003319709352489. Epub 2009 Dec 29. PMID: 20042418

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19. Minimally invasive mitral valve surgery after previous sternotomy. Goksel OS, Tireli E. Ann Thorac Surg. 2009 Oct;88(4):1384; author reply 1384. doi: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2009.03.020. No abstract available. PMID: 19766858 Select item 19660147

20. Single-stage correction, with extensive pulmonary arterial reconstruction, of a pulmonary arterial sling associated with tetralogy of Fallot. Goksel OS, Tireli E, Celebi A. Cardiol Young. 2009 Sep;19(5):519-21. doi: 10.1017/S1047951109991119. Epub 2009 Aug 7. PMID: 19660147

Specializes in pediatric surgery with fellowship training at Erciyes University. Dr. Gozukucuk focuses on pediatric conditions including congenital defects like atrial septal defects.

• Fellowship-trained in pediatric surgery
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Participated in numerous national and international congresses
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Prof. Gulden Kafali specializes in pediatric cardiology, with a focus on congenital heart diseases including atrial septal defects.

• Over 20 years of experience in pediatric cardiology
• Trained in Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expert in fetal echocardiography for early diagnosis
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, a leading facility for cardiac care

Dr. Oztas specializes in cardiovascular surgery with a focus on atrial septal defect procedures at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Over 10 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Award-winning research on cardiovascular tissue effects
• Works at a leading university hospital with advanced facilities

Dr. Fidanci specializes in pediatric cardiology with a focus on congenital heart diseases, including atrial septal defects. He brings extensive experience from prestigious institutions.

• Trained at GATA Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Subspecialty in Paediatric Cardiology with expertise in fetal echocardiography
• Associate Professor with academic contributions to pediatric cardiology
• Works at Private Koru Ankara Hospital – a leading healthcare facility

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.

Dr. Cicek specializes in complex congenital and pediatric cardiac surgery, with training at top institutions like Texas Heart Institute and Mayo Clinic.

• Chief of Pediatric and Adult Cardiovascular Surgery at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
• Fellowship-trained in pediatric cardiothoracic surgery at USC Children's Hospital Los Angeles
• Member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery and Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Listed in 'Who is Who in Medicine and Healthcare' for 20 years
• Performs minimally invasive heart surgery and complex valve repairs

Prof. Emin Tireli specializes in complex pediatric cardiac defects, including neonatal cardiovascular surgery and congenital heart surgeries across all age groups.

• Over 100 articles published in local and international journals
• Professor at Istanbul School of Medicine – a leading institution
• Expert in reconstruction of extremely complex pediatric cardiac defects
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

Professor Cenap Zeybek is a highly respected Pediatric Cardiologist with extensive experience in atrial septal defect surgery.

• Performed numerous atrial septal defect surgeries
• Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology with over 20 years of experience
• Professor at a leading medical institution
• Published multiple papers in pediatric cardiology

Education:

• Higher Education (6 Years): Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, 2001
• Specialization in Medicine: Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2007
   

Experience:

• Faculty of Medicine, University of Rostock, Department of Cardiac Surgery - Research Assistant, August 2007 - August 2008
• King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, King Faisal Heart Institute - Fellow, August 2008 - October 2008
• Private Göztepe Şafak Hospital, October 2008 - April 2009
• Private Esnaf Hospital, May 2009 - March 2010
• Düzce Atatürk State Hospital, March 2010 - September 2011
• Private Anadolu Medical Center Hospital, October 2011 - June 2013
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, July 2013 - December 2018
• Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine, January 2019 - April 2023
• Biruni University Faculty of Medicine, April 2023 - Present
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• Professor: December 18, 2020
• Associate Professor: April 16, 2015-December 18, 2020
• Specialist Doctor: November 2009- April 16, 2015
• Research assistant: June 2002 - July 2007
• Faculty of Medicine: Marmara University - English (1995-2001)[Diploma Grade: 75/100] - Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.

Awards:

Second best oral presentation award: Didem Melis Öztaş, Mert Meriç, Metin Onur Beyaz, Mehmet Akif Onalan, Shiraslan Bakhshaliyev, Kıvılcım Sönmez, Kerem Oter, Sedat Ziyade, Beyhan Ömer, Ufuk Alpagut, Murat Uğurlucan. Investigation of the Effect of Erythropoietin on Stem Cell Levels in Cardiovascular Tissue in Diabetic Rats. 19th National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Congress, Kyrenia, Cyprus, October 26-29, 2019.

Dr. Samet Erinc specializes in spine surgery and orthopedic trauma, with training at Chicago Loyola University.

• Expert in scoliosis and kyphosis treatments
• Trained in advanced microsurgery techniques
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital

Professor Turkoz brings over 30 years of cardiac surgery expertise to Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained at Ege University and İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
• Former professor at Başkent University hospitals in Adana and Istanbul
• Currently practicing at Acıbadem Bakırköy Hospital in Istanbul
• Specialized in cardiovascular surgery since 1993