Best Plastic surgery for cardiac valve doctors in Istanbul: TOP 38 doctors

Dr. Ali Gozukucuk specializes in pediatric surgery, with a focus on abdominal and hernias conditions, at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed fellowship in pediatric surgery at Erciyes University
• Published 3 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Presented 13 articles at international scientific meetings
• Areas of expertise include hernia treatment and abdominal pain conditions

Performed 4,000+ open heart surgeries – Prof. Fedakar specializes in complex cardiac procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in minimally invasive heart surgery techniques
• Performed heart transplants as primary surgeon for 8 patients
• Founded cardiovascular surgery clinics at multiple hospitals
• Specializes in redo valve surgeries (second or third procedures)

Specializes in cardiovascular conditions, including congenital heart disease, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Trained in cardiology at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• Focused on heart failure diagnosis and treatment
• Experienced in managing heart rhythm disorders
• Specializes in hypertension and high cholesterol care

Performed 3,000+ cardiovascular surgeries, including aortic and mitral valve procedures, at Istanbul Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute and Batman Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialized in heart valve diseases since 2020
• Led an open heart surgery department for 2 years
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul Cerrahpaşa – Turkey's leading cardiology center
• Performs complex aortic and carotid surgeries

Professor Gokhan Ertas brings over 15 years of cardiology expertise, specializing in plastic surgery for cardiac valves at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Published 52 international scientific articles on cardiology
• Research fellow at Thorax Center in the Netherlands
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology
• Professor with extensive academic and clinical experience

Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Halil Tanboga specializes in valve disease treatment, including mitral balloon valvuloplasty and TAVI procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained in cardiology at Kartal Koşuyolu Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital
• Worked on heart valves at St Thomas Hospital in London
• Expert in congenital structural heart diseases and valve treatments
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology

Prof. Mustafa Saglam specializes in minimally invasive cardiac procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, including balloon valvuloplasty for valve repair.

• Head of Cardiology since 2016, with extensive experience in endovascular aortic repair
• Fellowship-trained at Koşuyolu Heart Teaching and Research Hospital
• Published studies on stress testing and cardiac monitoring techniques
• Performs temporary pacemaker implantation as part of treatment plans

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

• Trained in pediatric cardiology at Hacettepe University
• Focuses on cardiac arrhythmias and rheumatic fever in children
• Experienced in cardiac exams for sports participation
• Worked at multiple prestigious institutions including Kartal Kosuyolu Hospital

Associate Professor with electrophysiology training at Germany Lübeck Hospital and Cleveland Clinic. Specializes in advanced cardiac procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and European Arrhythmia Association
• Trained in electrophysiology at TC. Ministry of Health Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital
• Assistant Professor at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Cihangir Ersoy specializes in cardiovascular surgery, with extensive training at Istanbul University and roles at top hospitals like Vehbi Koç Vakfı Amerikan Hastanesi.

• Over 35 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Member of Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Specialized in pediatric cardiac surgery
• Current role at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Dr. Emin Tireli specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery at Altınbaş University Hospital Medical Park Bahçelievler, with extensive experience in congenital heart disease treatments.

• Specialized in Cardiac Surgery from Istanbul University
• Expert in aortic surgery and heart valve procedures
• Published multiple papers on cardiac surgical techniques

Prof. Mert Yilmaz specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and pediatric cardiovascular procedures at Kadikoy Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 30+ years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Pioneer in endovascular repair of abdominal aneurysms
• International member of Society of Thoracic Surgeons (USA)
• Published 50+ research papers internationally
• Fellowship-trained in Belgium for advanced cardiac techniques

Prof. Dr. Hakan Ucar specializes in heart and vascular conditions, with a focus on plastic surgery for cardiac valves. His work is backed by extensive research and recognition.

• Specialized in cardiology at Bursa Uludağ University
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology
• Published papers in national and international forums
• Recipient of the European Society of Cardiology Board Certificate

Dr. Cenk İndelen is a cardiovascular surgery specialist. He has practiced since 2002. He has worked at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2025. He completed his residency in thoracic, cardiovascular, and vascular surgery at Kocaeli University (1996–2002). He became an associate professor in 2023.

His focus is patient blood management and cardiothoracic optimization. He has published on transfusion cost-effectiveness and PBM implementation (Cardiovasc J Afr, 2023). He has also reported on the economics of aortic valve replacement (Heart Surg Forum, 2023) and techniques in coronary, mitral, and aortic surgery. His work also appears in JAMA (2023), Crit Care Med (2025), and Transfusion (2025).

Accreditations and memberships: Orsi da Vinci robotic console training (Belgium, 2014). Koç University Animal Use Certificate (2017). Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management course (2020). Publons Peer Reviewer course (2020). Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, ISMICS, the ERAS Society, the Blood Transfusion Society, the Society for the Advancement of PBM, and ASCVTS.

Professor Kazim Besirli specializes in cardiovascular surgery with a focus on video-thoracoscopic endoscopic techniques at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Over 30 years of experience in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
• Holds a master's degree in Health Institutions Management
• Published more than 200 articles in national and international journals
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Dr. Ozkan Bekler specializes in cardiology with a focus on internal medicine, bringing academic and clinical expertise to cardiac valve procedures.

• Completed PhD in Cardiology at Mustafa Kemal University
• Academic staff at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine
• Practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Dr. Yucel specializes in coronary artery diseases and heart valve treatments at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in high blood pressure and cholesterol management
• Focuses on arrhythmias and coronary interventions
• Experienced in angiography and heart valve procedures

Dr. Faruk Hokenek specializes in plastic surgery for cardiac valves at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Over 20 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Worked at leading hospitals like Acıbadem International and Medical Park
• Graduated from Istanbul University's prestigious cardiovascular surgery program

Specialized in aortic and vascular surgeries with international training in the US, Austria, Germany, and Italy – Dr. Deser brings advanced techniques to Atlas University Hospital.

• Trained at prestigious institutions including Lenox Hill Hospital and Paracelsus Universitätsklinik
• Expert in robotic heart surgery and advanced endovascular techniques
• Holds a 'Certificate of Proficiency' from the Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Qualification Board
• Fluent in English, facilitating clear communication with international patients