130 Best Atherosclerosis Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Burcin Batman is a general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has participated in 1,000+ obesity and metabolic surgery cases. Dr. Batman is an Associate Professor and former faculty member at Istinye University. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic procedures for weight loss and hernias.

• Holds certification from the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity.
• Performs gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and endoscopic gastric balloon applications.
• Treats colorectal, endocrine, and anal region diseases using laser techniques.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Faruk Gencoglu has participated in approximately 3,000 cardiovascular cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in adult coronary artery disease and complex heart valve surgeries. Dr. Gencoglu previously served as clinical chief of open heart surgery at Batman Training Hospital. He practice at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul known for high safety standards.

• Performs aortic, mitral, and tricuspid valve replacements and repairs.
• Treats peripheral vascular diseases and deep vein thrombosis.
• Expertise includes carotid surgery and aortic aneurysm repair.
• Manages venous insufficiency and varicose vein conditions.

Head of Internal Medicine at Teknon since 2009 – Dr. Sandrus specializes in nephrology and arterial hypertension.

• Graduated from Universidad Nacional de Tucumán in 1992
• Specialized in nephrology at Hospital Clinic in Barcelona
• Member of Spanish Society of Arterial Hypertension
• Led Transplant Department at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona

Renowned for coronary stenting with 28 years in interventional cardiology, Dr. Garrido has held leadership roles and advanced research in coronary procedures.

• Head of Cardiology at top medical centers
• Published 11 scientific papers on coronary treatments
• Specializes in complex cases like chronic total occlusions
• Member of Spanish and European Societies of Cardiology

Professor of Pediatric Cardiology with decades of experience – Dr. Karakurt specializes in children's heart conditions at Medical Park Antalya.

• Board-certified in Pediatric Cardiology with 33 years of practice
• Academic leader at Inönü University's Medical Faculty
• Member of Turkish Society of Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery

Dr. Ugur Korkmaz is an Associate Professor of Gastroenterology at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in esophageal diseases, chronic liver conditions, and pancreatic disorders. Dr. Korkmaz completed his medical training at Abant Izzet Baysal University. He later finished his gastroenterology specialization at Kocaeli University.

• Performs complex ERCP and endoscopic mucosal resection procedures.
• Treats inflammatory bowel diseases such as colitis and Crohn's.
• Provides weight loss solutions through gastric Botox injections.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility treating over 10,000 patients annually.

Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Halil Tanboga has performed 1,100+ cardiovascular treatments and trained at London's St Thomas Hospital.

• 22 years of experience as a cardiologist specializing in coronary artery disease
• Expert in advanced diagnostics like IVUS, FFR, and OCT for precise treatment
• Performs complex procedures including TAVI and mitral balloon valvuloplasty
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology

Prof. Mustafa Saglam specializes in advanced cardiac interventions at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, where he leads the Cardiology Department.

• Specialized in endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms
• Expert in stress tests for coronary artery disease imaging
• Performs balloon valvuloplasty and temporary pacemaker implantation
• Trained at Koşuyolu Heart Teaching and Research Hospital

Dr. Nermina Alagic is an attending cardiologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She specializes in cardiac imaging at this Johns Hopkins Medicine affiliate. Dr. Alagic has extensive training in 2D and 3D transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography. She completed clinical research at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Echo Lab.

• Full member of the European Society of Cardiology.
• Completed an interventional cardiology observership at Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney.
• Published research in the Journal of Biomedical Optics and PNAS.
• Silver member of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging.

Dr. Yunus Nazli is an Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Lokman Hekim Ankara Hospital. He treats complex heart and vascular conditions. Dr. Nazli performs both on-pump and off-pump coronary bypass surgeries. He earned his medical degree from Trakya University and specialized at Celal Bayar University.

• Performs aortic surgeries, including endovascular procedures like EVAR and TEVAR.
• Treats carotid artery disease and performs peripheral bypasses for arms and legs.
• Expert in heart valve replacement and repair techniques.
• Provides varicose vein treatments using laser therapy, sclerotherapy, and surgery.

Associate Professor Fatih Mehmet Ucar brings advanced electrophysiology training from Germany and the US to Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialized in cardiology with focused training in arrhythmia management
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology
• Holds membership in the European Arrhythmia Association
• Academic background as former Assistant Professor at Trakya University

Dr. Fatih Koç brings specialized training from Cleveland Clinic's Invasive Cardiology Unit – a leader in heart care.

• Specialized at Selçuk University in cardiology
• Works at Antalya Yaşam Hospitals, handling complex cases
• Trained in advanced invasive cardiology techniques

Professor Riza Turkoz brings over 39 years of cardiovascular expertise to Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialized in cardiology at İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
• Held academic positions at İnönü University and Başkent University
• Currently serves as Professor at Acıbadem Bakırköy Hospital

Associate Professor with specialized training at the prestigious Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab – Dr. Erdogan brings world-class cardiology expertise to Medical Park Antalya.

• Over 31 years of experience in cardiology
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Specializes in advanced cardiovascular diagnostics and treatment
• Former faculty member at Süleyman Demirel University's cardiology department

Prof. Dr. Hakan Ucar specializes in heart and vascular conditions with 23 years of experience. His research contributions are published in national and international forums.

• Specialized in cardiology at Bursa Uludağ University
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology
• Awarded the European Society of Cardiology Board Certificate
• Proficient in treating complex cardiovascular diseases

Prof. Dr. Sahin Kaplan trained at Royal Brompton Hospital with 28 years dedicated to complex coronary interventions.

• Specializes in advanced techniques for coronary bifurcation lesions
• Published 30+ peer-reviewed papers on cardiovascular outcomes
• Member of European Society of Cardiology and Invasive Cardiology
• Professor at Medicine Hospital with international training in London