Best Atrial septal defect doctors in Istanbul: TOP 9 doctors

Dr. Ali Gozukucuk specializes in pediatric surgery, with a fellowship from Erciyes University and extensive experience in congenital conditions.

• Completed surgical training at Çukurova and Erciyes Universities
• Expert in treating pediatric hernias and abdominal conditions
• Published multiple articles in international medical journals
• Active participant in national and international surgical congresses

Prof. Dr. Emin Trly has performed 900+ pediatric cardiac procedures and specializes in congenital heart defects at Altınbaş University Hospital.

• 16 years of experience in pediatric cardiovascular surgery
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Published 20+ research papers on cardiac surgery techniques
• Specializes in complex congenital heart disease cases

Prof. Gulden Kafali specializes in pediatric cardiology with a focus on congenital heart diseases and fetal echocardiography at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Over 20 years of experience in pediatric cardiology
• Trained in pediatric cardiology at Hacettepe University
• Expert in fetal echocardiography for early diagnosis
• Member of prestigious pediatric cardiology departments

Nearly 40 years in cardiovascular surgery – Prof. Ersoy specializes in atrial septal defect repairs at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Previously taught cardiovascular surgery at Medipol and Istinye Universities
• Member of Turkish pediatric cardiac surgery and cardiology societies
• Performed surgeries at Vehbi Koç Foundation's American Hospital for 19 years

Prof. Mert Yilmaz leads the cardiovascular surgery department at Kadikoy Florence Nightingale Hospital, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for atrial septal defect repair.

• Over 30 years of experience in adult and pediatric cardiovascular surgery
• International member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (USA)
• Pioneered endovascular aneurysm repair techniques in Turkey
• Published 50+ peer-reviewed papers, including 7 world-first reports

Professor Emin Tireli specializes in neonatal and complex congenital heart surgeries, with over 30 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery.

• Expert in reconstructive pediatric cardiac surgery, including atrial septal defects
• Published over 100 articles in international medical journals
• Faculty member at Istanbul School of Medicine since 2005
• Performs advanced techniques like off-pump Fontan procedures

Dr. Samet Erinc specializes in spine surgery and orthopedic trauma at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA
• Expert in scoliosis, kyphosis, and childhood spinal diseases
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Certified in advanced spine surgery techniques

Associate Professor in Cardiovascular Surgery with leadership roles at major institutions – brings deep expertise to atrial septal defect cases.

• 25+ years in cardiovascular surgery with a focus on complex cardiac conditions
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Contributed to establishing a Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic at Süreyyapaşa Hospital
• Specializes in both adult and pediatric cardiac cases