Best Heart Valve Replacement Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 25

Dr. Faruk Gencoglu has performed surgeries for over 3,000 adult cardiovascular cases, specializing in heart valve disease at Istanbul Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute.

• Specializes in aortic, mitral, and tricuspid valve surgeries
• Served as clinical chief of open heart surgery for 11 years of experience
• Expert in coronary artery disease and aortic surgery
• Trained at Samsun 19 Mayıs University

Performed 4,000+ open heart surgeries, including high-risk valve procedures. Prof. Ali Fedakar specializes in complex cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 28 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery with fellowship at Çukurova University
• Expert in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating heart bypass techniques
• Founder of cardiac surgery units at three major Turkish hospitals
• Part of a heart transplant team performing 40+ donor surgeries

Professor Ertas brings 21 years of experience of cardiology expertise, specializing in heart valve procedures at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Published 52+ international research papers on cardiology
• Fellowship-trained at Thorax Center in the Netherlands
• Member of European Society of Cardiology
• Board-certified cardiologist since 2010

Prof. Dr. Ertan Sagbas specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery, including robotic procedures with the Da Vinci system at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expert in aortic surgery and arrhythmia treatments
• Trained at Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic in Belgium
• Professor at Istanbul Bilim University
• Performs advanced port access surgeries

Specializing in minimally invasive heart valve replacements – Dr. Indelen combines robotic surgery training with extensive cardiovascular expertise.

• Trained at Orsi da Vinci Training Center in Belgium
• Member of The International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Focuses on patient blood management techniques
• Published research on transcatheter valve replacement outcomes

Over 31 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery – Dr. Saba specializes in heart valve replacements at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at Toronto General Hospital – a global leader in cardiac care
• Expertise in both traditional and minimally invasive valve techniques
• Former professor with extensive teaching experience in cardiovascular surgery

Prof. Kazim Besirli has performed complex heart valve surgeries for over 39 years of experience, including at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine where he chaired the department.

• Specializes in multi-disciplinary cardiovascular surgery approaches
• Published 200+ articles on cardiac surgery techniques
• Fellowship-trained in thoracoscopic endoscopic surgery
• Holds a master's in Health Institutions Management

Prof. Emin Tireli specializes in complex pediatric heart valve replacements, with over 39 years of experience of experience at Istanbul School of Medicine.

• Expert in neonatal and pediatric cardiovascular surgery
• Published 100+ articles on congenital heart defects
• Performs aortic and left ventricular reconstruction
• Associate Professor since 1997, full Professor since 2005

Dr. Samet Erinc specializes in spinal conditions, including complex cases like scoliosis and kyphosis, at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Trained in orthopedic surgery at Medeniyet University
• Completed a fellowship at Chicago Loyola University
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Certified in advanced microsurgery techniques
• Experienced in both pediatric and adult spinal disorders

Dr. Filizcan specializes in digital dentistry and implantology, with extensive training in prosthetic dental treatments.

• Ph.D. in Prosthetic Dentistry from Hacettepe University
• Member of European Association for Osseointegration
• Published research on implant-supported crowns and prostheses
• Focuses on zirconium and ceramic applications

Professor Murat Ugurlucan brings 19 years of experience of cardiac surgery expertise, including training in leading Turkish and German institutions.

• Trained at Istanbul University and Marmara University
• Worked at King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia
• Professor at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in complex cardiac procedures

Professor M.D. Cenap Zeybek is a renowned Pediatric Cardiologist with years of expertise in heart valve replacements and complex pediatric cardiac surgeries.

• Performed numerous heart valve replacements and open heart surgeries
• Specializes in pediatric cardiology with extensive academic contributions
• Published multiple papers and presentations in the field
• Fellowship-trained at Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital
• Professor of Pediatric Cardiology since 2017

Dr. Faruk Hokenek specializes in heart valve replacement at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, bringing extensive experience in cardiovascular surgery.

• Over 17 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious cardiovascular surgery program
• Worked at leading hospitals including Acıbadem and Medical Park
• Expert in both traditional and minimally invasive techniques

Dr. Dokumaci is a proficient cardiologist with a strong focus on scientific research and regular conference participation.

• Skilled in heart valve replacement procedures
• Active in cardiology research and advancements
• Regular participant in international cardiology conferences