Coronary angiography Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Ertugrul Okuyan is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating structural heart disease and complex valve disorders. Dr. Okuyan serves as the Vice President of the Turkish Society of Cardiology. He is also a member of the European Society of Cardiology.

• Performs non-surgical valve repairs including MitraClip and TriClip procedures.
• Treats arterial blockages and aneurysms using balloon and stent interventions.
• Former president of the Turkic World Cardiology Association.
• Faculty member at the Istanbul Medipol University School of Medicine.

Dr. Murat Ugurlucan is a professor and cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve replacement and surgery for congenital heart defects in children. Dr. Ugurlucan completed a research fellowship at the University of Rostock in Germany. He also trained at the King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia.

• Winner of the national vascular surgery oral presentation award.
• Performs open heart surgery, coronary bypass, and carotid endarterectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Asim Enhos is a cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart disease, cholesterol management, and complex aortic conditions. Dr. Enhos previously served as an Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for advanced interventional radiology.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and heart cryoablation.
• Expertise includes carotid angioplasty, stenting, and aneurysm coiling.
• Treats coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, and mitral stenosis.
• Provides specialized care for pulmonary hypertension and dilated cardiomyopathy.

Dr. Ozkan Bekler has performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and structural heart procedures. Dr. Bekler focuses on bifurcation stenting and chronic total occlusions using intravascular imaging. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

• Completed over 700 pacemaker implantations alongside ICD and CRT therapy.
• Performs structural procedures including TAVI, ASD closure, and mitral balloon valvuloplasty.
• Treats peripheral artery diseases using balloon and stent techniques.
• Expert in radiofrequency ablation and 3D mapping for heart rhythm disorders.

Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.

• Winner of the Physician of the Year award at the Ibn Sina Medical Awards.
• Former President of the National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• Provides expert treatment for complex mitral valve repair and carotid artery surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and edited a major vascular surgery textbook.

Dr. Mehmet Marasli is a cardiologist at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, hypertension, and complex arrhythmias. He served as a researcher in the international TRUE-AHF study for heart failure treatment.

• Performs coronary angiography, carotid stenting, and heart cryoablation.
• Researched anti-inflammatory therapy for atherosclerotic disease in an international study.
• Completed cardiology specialization at Cumhuriyet University.
• Works at an ISO-accredited hospital ranked second best in Istanbul by Clinicspots.

Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a professor and pediatric cardiologist at Uniqacare Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in complex heart procedures for children. These include heart valve replacements and open heart surgery. Dr. Zeybek earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He later completed a fellowship at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital.

• Performs interventional procedures like radiofrequency ablation and coronary stenting.
• Treats congenital conditions including Tetralogy of Fallot and atrial septal defects.
• Expertise in cardiac valve plastic surgery and aortic aneurysm repair.
• Works at Uniqacare Clinic, which serves 433,000 patients annually.

Dr. Siar Dursun is a pediatric neurologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex neurological conditions in children, including epilepsy and cerebral palsy. Dr. Dursun completed his medical training at Adnan Menderes University and Izmir Research Hospital. He works at a university-affiliated center that serves 350,000 patients annually.

• Treats neurodegenerative diseases, West syndrome, and spinal muscular atrophy.
• Performs pediatric check-ups and diagnostic video-EEG monitoring for epilepsy.
• Provides medication management for autism and Parkinson’s disease.
• Practices at a hospital with 21 dedicated newborn intensive care units.

Dr. Burak Teymen is a cardiology specialist at Emsey Hospital. He performs coronary angiography using both wrist and inguinal access points.

• Specializes in interventional procedures like artery stenting and balloon angioplasty
• Uses atherectomy to clear blocked arteries for better blood flow
• Utilizes echocardiography to assess heart health alongside diagnostic imaging
• Earned his medical degree from the prestigious Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association which sets national medical standards

Dr. Didem Melis Oztas is a cardiovascular surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery and congenital heart defects. Dr. Oztas won a national award for her research on cardiovascular stem cells.

• Performs specialized surgeries for Tetralogy of Fallot and Atrial Septal Defects.
• Treats complex pediatric heart conditions including ventricular septal defects.
• Expert in pediatric valve replacements and plastic surgery for cardiac valves.
• Works at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Okay Abaci is a professor of cardiology at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart and leg angiography and peripheral arterial disease. Dr. Abaci holds over 100 domestic and international scientific publications. He completed dedicated training in peripheral arterial intervention in Italy.

• Performs coronary angiography, heart cryoablation, and carotid stenting.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI Association.
• Treats complex conditions including atrial fibrillation and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Cuneyt Kocas is a cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and hypertension. Dr. Kocas treats heart conditions using both diagnostic and interventional methods. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with a hybrid operating room.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial stenting for vascular health.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI.
• Conducts complex procedures like cardiac valve repair and coronary bypass surgery.

Dr. Ahmet Yavuz Balci is an orthopedic surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats injuries of the bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. Dr. Balci sees patients six days a week for surgical and non-surgical care. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients every year.

• Performs knee arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction, and meniscus repair.
• Treats carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, and complex shoulder injuries.
• Conducts ankle fusion surgery and radiofrequency ablation procedures.
• Provides care for congenital cardiac conditions and vascular issues.

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