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Ali Fedakar

  • 28 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Performed 4,000 open heart surgeries – Dr. Fedakar specializes in coronary bypass and minimally invasive techniques at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • 28 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular surgery
    • Performed heart transplants as primary surgeon
    • Specializes in beating heart bypass and redo valve surgeries
    • Founded cardiovascular surgery clinics at multiple hospitals
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Ravan Israfilov

  • 5 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Specializes in cardiovascular occlusion and treatment – Dr. Israfilov focuses on complex coronary artery cases at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

    • Completed cardiology specialization at Kocaeli University
    • Expert in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders
    • Skilled in managing hypertension and high cholesterol
    • Also treats congenital heart disease cases
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Cemsit Karakurt

  • 33 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • Professor Cemsit Karakurt specializes in pediatric cardiology at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

    • Board-certified in Child Health and Diseases
    • Member of Turkish Society of Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery
    • Academic roles include Professor at Inönü University
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Ertugrul Okuyan

  • 23 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Ertugrul Okuyan leads the Cardiology Department at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with 23 years of experience of expertise in coronary artery interventions.

    • Cardiology fellowship at Istanbul University Institution of Cardiology
    • Holds leadership roles including Vice President of Turkish Society of Cardiology
    • Specializes in interventional cardiology and structural heart disease
    • Member of European Society of Cardiology and American Heart Association
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Ibrahim Halil Tanboga

  • 22 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Tanboga has performed 1,100+ treatments and specializes in coronary artery disease at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • 22 years of experience of cardiology experience with advanced diagnostic techniques like IVUS and FFR
    • Internationally trained at St Thomas Hospital in London for heart valve procedures
    • Member of the European Society of Cardiology and Turkish Society of Cardiology
    • Expert in complex interventions including stent placements and valvuloplasties
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Mehmet Saygi

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 12 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Performed over 2,500 coronary angiographies and 300+ stent procedures – Dr. Saygi specializes in coronary artery disease at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • Completed cardiology specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic, Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
    • 12 years of experience of experience in cardiology with 1,100+ treatments performed
    • Expert in coronary artery disease diagnosis and treatment including stents and balloon procedures
    • Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools
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Remziye Dogan

  • 12 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Specializes in coronary artery disease diagnosis and treatment at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, with expertise in stress tests, stents, and balloon procedures.

    • Completed cardiology education at Erzurum Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine
    • Provides cardiology polyclinic service since 2022
    • Skilled in transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) and holter monitoring
    • Experienced in treating heart failure and arrhythmias
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Gokhan Ertas

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 21 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Ertas combines hands-on cardiology work with academic rigor – 52 international peer-reviewed publications on coronary artery disease.

    • Specialized training at Thorax Center in the Netherlands
    • 21 years of experience of experience in cardiology
    • Member of European Society of Cardiology
    • Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital – JCI-accredited facility
    • Published research on both national and international levels
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Mustafa Saglam

  • 32 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Mustafa Saglam heads the Cardiology Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, specializing in coronary artery disease imaging and treatment.

    • Specializes in stress tests for coronary artery disease imaging
    • Extensive experience in balloon valvuloplasty and temporary pacemaker implantation
    • Conducts research on endovascular repair of abdominal aorta aneurysms
    • Associate professor from Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialization Training Hospital
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Nermina Alagic

  • 14 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Nermina Alagic is an attending cardiologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul, a Johns Hopkins Medicine affiliate. She graduated from Istanbul University–Cerrahpaşa. She completed her cardiology residency at Istanbul Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital (2014–2018). She focuses on cardiac imaging. She has expertise in 2D/3D transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography (TTE/TEE). She advanced this training through research at the UAB Echo Lab (2015) and hands-on 2D/3D TEE work in the TEE Lab (2018–2019).

    Her research covers photomedicine and cardiology. Her papers appear in Journal of Biomedical Optics, PNAS, Photochemistry and Photobiology, Echocardiography, Minerva Cardioangiologica, and Archives of Medical Science (2013–2020). She completed a clinical and interventional cardiology observership at Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney (2019). She also worked at the Harvard Medical School Wellman Center for Photomedicine (2012–2013). She is a full member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology, and an EACVI silver member. Award: ASP Fredrick Urbach Memorial Student Travel Award (2013).

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Sahin Kaplan

  • 28 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Sahin Kaplan has performed 1,100+ coronary treatments and trained at London's Royal Brompton Hospital.

    • 28 years of experience of specialized cardiology experience
    • Professor at Karadeniz Technical University and Medicine Hospital
    • Member of European Society of Cardiology
    • Published extensively on coronary interventions
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Hakan Ucar

  • 23 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Hakan Ucar has been recognized for successful treatments of heart and vascular conditions since 2008. He contributes to scientific research with papers in national and international forums.

    • Specialized in cardiology at Bursa Uludağ University
    • Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology
    • Holds the European Society of Cardiology Board Certificate
    • Received a Certificate of Proficiency in Turkish Cardiology
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Celal Akdeniz

  • 33 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Akdeniz specializes in coronary artery disease at Medipol Mega University Hospital, with extensive training in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery.

    • Trained at M. Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
    • Worked at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
    • Graduated from Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
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Fatih Mehmet Ucar

  • 13 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Uçar leads the Electrophysiology and Device Therapy Department at Florence Nightingale Hospital – trained in Germany’s Lübeck Hospital and the Cleveland Clinic.

    • Specializes in complex arrhythmia cases requiring device therapy
    • Accredited by the Turkish Board for Cardiology (valid until 2027)
    • Expert in Abbott and Medtronic device implantation techniques
    • Active member of European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA)
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Fatih Koç

  • 27 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • Dr. Koç trained at Cleveland Clinic, a leading heart center in the US, focusing on invasive cardiology.

    • Specialized at Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine
    • Worked at Akdeniz University's Cardiology Department
    • Experienced in complex coronary interventions
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Oguzhan Yucel

  • 16 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Specializes in coronary artery diseases, including cardiovascular occlusion and heart attacks, with a focus on angiography and intervention.

    • Expert in high blood pressure and cholesterol management
    • Treats heart valve diseases and rhythm disorders
    • Performs coronary procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals
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Ozkan Bekler

  • 11 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Ozkan Bekler specializes in cardiology with a focus on coronary artery disease at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

    • Completed cardiology training at Mustafa Kemal University
    • Worked as a specialist doctor at Hatay Training and Research Hospital
    • Served as academic staff at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University
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Samet Erinc

  • 15 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Specializes in spine surgery and orthopedic conditions, with training at prestigious institutions like Chicago Loyola University.

    • Trained in spine surgery at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
    • Certified in advanced trauma and fracture management techniques
    • Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
    • Completed specialized courses in microsurgery and arthroscopic surgery
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Hakan Ucar

  • 23 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Cardiology Department 

     

    Education and Specialty: 

    2003 - Medical Education, School of Medicine, Çukurova University 

    2009 – Specialty, School of Medicine, Uludağ University 

    2015- Associate Professor, Adana Training and Research Hospital 

     

    Experience: 

    2012 - 2015 – Head of Educational and Administrative Affairs, ENT Clinic, Haseki Training and Research Hospital (3 years) 

    2009 – 2011, Conscription, Şevket Yılmaz Training and Research Hospital, Bursa 

    2011-2013 Bursa State Hospital 

    2013-2015 Seyhan Practice Hospital, Adana Training and Research Hospital 

    2015-2016 Head of Department of Cardiology, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital 

    February 2016 – July 2019, Head of Department of Cardiology, School of Medicine, Biruni University. 

     

    Fields of Specialties: 

    Complex Coronary Interventions 

    Complex Peripheral Interventions 

    Pacemaker Procedures 

    Electrophysiological Study and Ablation 

    Heart Valve Interventions (TAVI, Mitraclip, Mitral Balloon) 

     

    Certificates: 

    Board Certificate, European Society of Cardiology 

    Board Certificate, Turkish Society of Cardiology 

     

    Professional Memberships- Number Insignificant: 

    1. European Society of Cardiology 

    2. Turkish Society of Cardiology 

    3. Member of Istanbul Medical Chamber 

     

    Personal motto: Your heart is entrusted to us 

     

    Researches and Articles: 

    Articles published in international peer-review journals: 

    1. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Koyunsever NY, Seker T, Türkoglu C, Kaypakli O, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Cayli M. Mean platelet volume is independently associated with renal dysfunction in stable coronary artery disease. Platelets (ISI). 2013 Jun; 25(4):274-278. doi: 10.3109/09537104.2013.805406. Epub 2013 Jun 17 

    A2. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Yildirim A, Börekçi A, Gözükara MY, Seker T, Kaypakli O, Türkoglu C, Ozaltun B, Akyol S, Harbalioglu H, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Cayli M. Increased Aortic Stiffness Predicts Contrast-Induced Nephropathy in Patients With Stable Coronary Artery Disease Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention. Angiology (ISI). 2014 Oct;65(9):806-11. doi: 10.1177/0003319713504126. Epub 2013 Sep 26. 

    A3. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Kivrak A, Koyunsever NY, Seker T, Akilli RE, Türkoglu C, Kaypakli O, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Tanboga HI, Cayli M. High-sensitivity cardiac troponin T levels in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients with different left ventricle geometry. Blood Pressure (ISI). 2014 Aug;23(4):240-7. doi: 10.3109/08037051.2013.840429. Epub 2013 Sep 23. 

    A4. *Uçar H*, Mustafa Gür M, Gözükara MY, Kıvrak A, Kolcu Z, Akyol S, Kaypaklı O, Elbasan Z, Sahin DY, Türkoglu C, Seker T, Çaylı M. Relationship between mean platelet volume and morning blood pressure surge in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients. The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology (ISI). 2014 Apr 8. doi: 10.5152/akd.2014.5196. [Epub ahead of print]. 

    A5. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Seker T, Kaypaklı O, Elbasan Z, Koyunsever NY, Türkoglu C, Özaltun B, Kuloglu O, Kalkan GY, Sahin DY, Çaylı M. High-Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin T is Associated with SYNTAX Score and Diabetes Mellitus in Patients with Stable Coronary Artery Disease. Journal of Clinical & Experimental Cardiology , 2013 Jun; 4(9):1-5. doi: 10.4172/2155-9880.1000263 

    A6. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Gözükara MY, Kalkan GY, Baykan AO, Türkoğlu C, Kaypakl O, Seker T, Sen O, Selek S, Cayl M. Gamma glutamyl transferase activity is Independently associated with oxidative stress rather than SYNTAX score. Scand J Clin Lab Invest (ISI). 2014 Sep 2:1-6. [Epub ahead of print] 

    A7. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Börrekçi A, Yıldırım A, Baykan AO, Kalkan GY,Koç M, Şeker T, Coşkun M, Şen Ö, Çaylı M. Relationship between extent and complexity of coronary artery disease and different left ventricular geometric patterns in patients with coronary artery disease and hypertension. The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology (ISI). DOI:10.5152/akd.2014.5747 

    A8. Çaylı M, Elbasan Z, Gür M, Şeker T, *Uçar H*, Kuloğlu O, Şen O, Şahin DY, Yüksel Kalkan G. Modified flower petal technique in the treatment of isolated ostial left main and non-left main bifurcation lesions. Eurointervention. Accepted 2014 Oct. 20140324-02-R2 

    A9. Baykan AO, Yüksel Kalkan G, Gür M, *Uçar H*, Acele A, Seker T, Sen O, Kaypakli O, Harbalioğlu H, Cayli M. Coronary Flow Velocity Reserve in Patients with Ascending Aorta Aneurysm. Echocardiography (ISI). 2014 Oct 7. doi: 10.1111/echo.12782. [Epub ahead of print] 

    A10. Şeker T, Gür M, *Uçar H*, Türkoğlu C, Baykan AO, Özaltun B, Harbalıoğlu H, Kalkan GY, Kaypaklı O, Kuloğlu O, Şen Ö, Koç M, Çaylı M. Lower serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D level is associated with impaired myocardial performance and left ventricle hypertrophy in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients. The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology (ISI). DOI:10.5152/akd.2014.5637 

    A11. Gözükara MY, Börekçi A, Gür M, Aksoy N, Seker T, Kaypaklı O, *Uçar H*, Türkoğlu C, Koç M, Makca I, Akyol S, Selek S, Caylı M. Gamma Glutamyl Transferase Activity is Associated With Both Paraoxonase Activity and Aortic Stiffness in Hypertensive Patients. J Clin Lab Anal (ISI). 2014 Aug 17. doi: 10.1002/jcla.21785. [Epub ahead of print] 

    A12. Kalkan GY, Gür M, Baykan AO, *Uçar H*, Elbasan Z, Şahin DY, Koç M, Börekçi A, Çaylı M. Mean platelet volume is associated with aortic intima-media thickness in patients without clinical manifestation of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology (ISI). DOI:10.5152/akd.2014.5576 

    A13. Gür M, Türkoglu C, Taskın A, *Uçar H*, Börekçi A, Seker T, Gözükara MY, Kaypaklı O, Akyol S, Selek S, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Çayli M. Paraoxonase 1 activity and oxidative stress in patients with anterior ST elevation myocardial infarction undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention with and without no-reflow. Atherosclerosis (ISI). 2014 Jun;234(2):415-20. doi: 10.1016/j.atherosclerosis.2014.03.005. Epub 2014 Apr 3. 

    A14. Sahin DY, Gür M, Elbasan Z, Kırım S, *Uçar H*, Seker T, Kaypaklı O, Uysal OK, Kıvrak A, Koyunsever NY, Akıllı RE, Caylı M. NT-proBNP predicts impaired myocardial function in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients with preserved ejection fraction. Clinical and Experimental Hypertension (ISI). 2014;36(5):289-94. doi: 10.3109/10641963.2013.810234. Epub 2013 Jul 18. 

    A15. Caylı M, Gür M, Kalkan GY, Elbasan Z, Sahin DY, Koyunsever NY, Türkoglu C, Seker T, Kaypaklı O, Harbalıoglu H, Uçar. Gamma glutamyl transferase activity: Relationship with thoracic aortic intima media thickness and inflammation. Herz (ISI). 2014 Sep;39(6):761-766. Epub 2013 Aug 11. 

    A16. Çaylı M, Gür M, Elbasan Z, Seker T, Türkoglu C, Kaypaklı O, Sahin DY, *Uçar H*, Kıvrak A, Koyunsever NY, Sen Ö. High-sensitivity cardiac troponin T predicts nondipper hypertension in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients. J Clin Hypertens (Greenwich) (ISI). 2013 Oct;15(10):731- 6. doi: 10.1111/jch.12176. Epub 2013 Aug 7. 

    A17. Kalkan GY, Gür M, Baykan AO, Koyunsever NY, Kaypakli O, Sen O, Kuloglu O, Seker T, *Uçar H*, Akyol S, Elbasan Z, Sahin DY, Çayli M. Serum bilirubin level and aortic intima-media thickness in patients without clinical manifestation of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Angiology (ISI). 2014 Apr;65(4):308-12. doi: 10.1177/0003319713507627. Epub 2013 Oct 24. 

    A18. Gür M, *Uçar H*, Kuloglu O, Kıvrak A, Seker T, Türkoglu C, Ozaltun B, Kaypaklı O, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Tanboga HI, Caylı M. Estimated glomerular filtration rate is associated with both arterial stiffness and N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide in newly diagnosed hypertensive patients. Clinical and Experimental Hypertension (ISI). 2014;36(6):374-9. doi: 10.3109/10641963.2013.827703. Epub 2014 Jan 16. 

    A19. Gür M, Caylı M, *Uçar H*, Elbasan Z, Sahin DY, Gözükara MY, Selek S, Koyunsever NY, Seker T, Türkoglu C, Kaypaklı O, Aksoy N. Paraoxonase (PON1) activity in patients with subclinical thoracic aortic atherosclerosis. Int J Cardiovasc Imaging (ISI). 2014 Jun;30(5):889-95. doi: 10.1007/s10554-014-0407-y. Epub 2014 Apr 4. 

    A20. Budak YU, Huysal K, Polat M, Tarakçi G, *Uçar H*. Evaluation of the Steelex M600H coagulometer prothrombin time-international normalized ratio assay with Steelex test reagents. Biochem Med (Zagreb) (ISI). 2012 Jan; 22: 121-126 pp. 

    A21. Seker T, Türkoglu C, *Uçar H*, Gür M, Sahin DY, Caylı M. Treatment of totally occluded aortic coarctation using a covered stent. Herz (ISI). 2014 Mar; DOI: 10.1007/s00059-013-3984-y [Epub ahead of print] 

    A22. Börekçi A, Gür M, Türkoğlu C, Çaylı M, Selek S, Kaypaklı O, *Uçar H*, Coskun M, Seker T, Koç M, Gökdeniz T, Gözükara MY. Oxidative Stress and Paraoxonase 1 Activity Predict ContrastInduced Nephropathy in Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Undergoing Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention. Angiology (ISI). 2014 May; DOI: 10.1177/0003319714533588 [Epub ahead of print] 

    A23. Kalkan GY, Gür M, Haydardedeoglu FE , Sinan Kırım S, Baykan AO, Kuloglu O, *Uçar H*, Sahin DY, Elbasan Z, Seker T, Turkoglu C, Yildirim A, Cayli M. The Association between Aortic Distensibility and Coronary Flow Reserve in Newly Diagnosed Diabetic Patients. Echocardiography (ISI). 2014 May; DOI: 10.1111/echo.12631 [Epub ahead of print] 

    A24. Kalkan GY, Gür M, Koyunsever NY, Seker T, Gözükara MY, *Uçar H*, Kaypaklı O, Baykan AO, Akyol S, Türkoglu C, Elbasan Z, Sahin DY, Çaylı M. Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D level and aortic intima-media thickness in patients without clinical manifestation of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis (ISI). 2014 Aug 17. doi: 10.1002/jcla.21770. [Epub ahead of print]. 

    A25. *Uçar H*, Karaagaç K, Serdar OA, Yetkin ZA, Aktürk Y, Karaagaç EU, Sarıcaoglu H, Arterial Elasticity Measurement in Patients with Behçet Disease. HealthMED (2012’ de ISI) 2012 May; 6: 3255-3261 pp. 

    A26. Karaagaç K, *Uçar H*, Karaagaç E, Yetkin ZA, Aktürk Y. The Relation Betwen Aspirin Resistance and Mean Platelet Volume in Patients with Significant Coronary Artery Stenosis. HealthMED (2012’ de ISI) 2012 May ;6: 3701-3705 pp. 

    A27. Cander S, Coban S Altuner S, Gül ÖÖ, Yetgin ZA, Akkurt A, *Uçar H*, Tuncel E. Prevalence and Correlates of Erectile Dysfunction in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional SingleCenter Study Among Turkish Patients. Metabolic Syndrome and Related Disorders (ISI). 2014 Aug;12(6):324-9. doi: 10.1089/met.2013.0150. Epub 2014 Mar 25. 

    A28. Abalı G, *Uçar H*, Elbasan Z , Gür M ,Seker T, Koyunsever NY, Çaylı M, Akpınar O. Effect of Statin on Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease. Experimental & Clinical Cardiology (ISI). 2014 May 

    A29. Effect of fasting on 24-h blood pressure values of individuals with no previous history of hypertension. Seker A, Demirci H, Ocakoglu G, Aydin U, Ucar H, Yildiz G, Yaman O. Blood Press Monit. 2017 Oct;22(5):247-252. doi: 10.1097/MBP.0000000000000244 

    A30. The importance of the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Ozyilmaz S, Akgul O, Uyarel H, Pusuroglu H, Gul M, Satilmisoglu MH, Bolat I, Ozyilmaz I, *Uçar H*, Yildirim A, Bakir I. Rev Port Cardiol. 2017 Apr;36(4):239-246. doi: 10.1016/j.repc.2016.09.014. Epub 2017 Mar 18. English, Portuguese 

    A31. A case of stent thrombosis presenting as acute myocardial infarction related to right coronary artery originating from the left coronary system. Ermis E, Kahraman S, Ucar H, Allahverdiyev S. Intractable Rare Dis Res. 2018 Feb;7(1):58-60. doi: 10.5582/irdr.2018.01001. 

    A32. Triple Coronary Artery Thrombosis Presenting as Acute Anterior ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction. Ermis E, Kahraman S, Ucar H, Ozyılmaz SO, Allahverdiyev S. Int J Angiol. 2018 Dec;27(4):223-226. doi: 10.1055/s-0037-1608959. Epub 2017 Dec 12 

    A33. Relationship between blood pressure variability and cognitive function in geriatric hypertensive patients with well-controlled blood pressure. Yıldırım E, Ermis E, Allahverdiyev S, Ucar H, Yavuzer S, Yavuzer H, Cengiz M. Aging Clin Exp Res. 2019 Feb 1. doi: 10.1007/s40520- 019-01141-6. 

     

    C2. Book chapters written in other languages: 

    C2.1. Hung JS, Lau KW, *Uçar H*, Çaylı M, Çaylı M, Practical Handbook: Practical Handbook of Advanced Interventional Cardiology (Inoue balloon mitral valvuloplasty),437-473 pp, Adana / Turkey, Çukurova Nobel Medical Bookstore, 2014 

    C2.2. Feldman T, Nguyen TN, *Uçar H*, Çaylı M, Çaylı M, Practical Handbook: Practical Handbook of Advanced Interventional Cardiology (retrograde percutaneous aortic valvuloplasty), 475-486 pp, Çukurova, Adana / Turkey, Çukurova Nobel Medical Bookstore, 2014 

     

    D. Articles published in local peer-review journals: 

    D1. *Uçar H*, Gür M, Seker T, Sahin DY, Kalkan GY, Türkoglu C, Yıldırım A, Kaypaklı O, Elbasan Z, Çaylı M. Impaired kidney function is associated with syntax scorein patients with stable coronary artery disease. Archive of Turkish Society of Cardiology, 2014; DOI: 10.5543/tkda.2014.67790 

    D2. Kalkan GY, Gür M, Elbasan Z, Baykan AO, Kuloğlu O, Sahin DY, Seker T, Haydardedeoglu FE, Şen Ö, *Uçar H*, Kırım S, Çayli M. Left Ventricle Geometry Affects Coronary Flow Reserve in Diabetic Patients. Archive of Turkish Society of Cardiology, Doi: 10.5543/tkda.2015.59432 

    D3. *Uçar H*, Karaagaç K, Tiryakioglu S. Woven Left Coronary Artery: A Case Report. Turkish Clinics Journal of Medical Research-Case Reports 2014 (22), 5-6 pp. 

    D4. Albayrak S, Kemal Karaagaç K, Baran I, Yetgin ZA, *Uçar H*, Aydınlar A, "Carvedilol and Metoprolol in Acute Myocardial Infarction Early Effect of Oxidized LDL and Paraoxonase-1 Activity Abant Medical Journal 2013; DOI: 10.5505/abantmedj.2013.30592 

    D5. Gür AK, Eker E, Akyol A, Akdag S, Kolcu Z, Odabası D, *Uçar H*. Useage of Intra-aortic Baloon Pump in the Open Heart Surgeries. Medical Journal of School of Medicine, Harran University 2014 (11), 10-14 pp. 

    D6. Aktürk Y, Dilek Yesilbursa D, *Uçar H*, Yücel E, Özdabakoglu O, Eryılmaz S, Sensoy B, Serdar OA, Aydınlar A. The Effect of Diurnal Blood Pressure Change on Heart Rate Recovery After Cardiac Stress Testing in Hypertensive Patients Receiving Treatment. Uludağ University, School of Medicine Journal 2008 (34), 9-13 pp. 

    D7. Yesilbursa D, Aydinlar A, Karaagaç K, *Uçar H*, Aktürk Y, Yetgin ZA. Comparison of Depression and Anxiety Levels in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome. Journal of Clinical and Analytical Medicine 2014; DOI: 10.4328/JCAM.1443 

    D8. Emül A, Karaagaç K, Yetgin ZA, *Uçar H*, Baran I, Aydınlar A. The Effects of Metabolic Syndrome on Aortic Distensibility in Patients with Angiographically Normal Coronary Arteries. Sakarya Medical Journal 2013; DOI: 10.5505/sakaryamj.2013.69672 

    D9. Assessment of side branch patency using a jailed semi-inflated balloon technique with coronary bifurcation lesions. Ermiş E, *Uçar H*, Demirelli S, İpek E, Gür M, Çaylı M. Archive of Turkish Society of Cardiology 2018 Jul;46(5):340-348. doi: 10.5543/tkda.2018.47347.

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Bookimed Insights: Top Coronary artery disease Specialists in Turkey (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 14 requests for Coronary artery disease treatment in Turkey, collaborating with 66 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#128 years of experienceComplex coronary bypassPerforms minimally invasive and beating heart techniques – rare expertise. Also trained in heart transplantation with 8 primary surgeries. Founded cardiac surgery units.
Turkey
from $100
#25 years of experienceComplex coronary artery casesFocuses on cardiovascular occlusion treatment – a key area in coronary artery disease. Trained at Kocaeli University, one of Turkey's leading medical schools.
Turkey
Price on request
#333 years of experiencePediatric cardiology casesSpecializes in pediatric cardiology with academic leadership roles. Member of Turkish Society of Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery.
Turkey
Price on request
#423 years of experienceComplex coronary interventionsDirector of cardiology with prestigious academic appointments. Vice President of Turkish Society of Cardiology – shaping national standards in cardiovascular care.
Turkey
Price on request
#522 years of experienceComplex coronary interventionsPerforms advanced coronary diagnostics with IVUS and FFR. Trained at London's St Thomas Hospital. Member of European Society of Cardiology with 1,100+ procedures.
Turkey
from $100
#612 years of experienceComplex coronary interventionsHigh-volume interventional cardiologist with 2,500+ angiographies performed. Specializes in stent placements and balloon procedures at a leading cardiovascular hospital.
Turkey
Price on request
#712 years of experienceCoronary artery interventionsSpecializes in coronary artery disease interventions, including stents and balloon procedures. Skilled in transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) and holter monitoring.
Turkey
Price on request
#821 years of experienceComplex coronary casesResearch-focused cardiologist with Thorax Center fellowship training. Published extensively in international journals. Member of European Society of Cardiology.
Turkey
Price on request
#932 years of experienceCoronary artery disease imagingSpecializes in stress tests for coronary artery disease imaging – a key diagnostic tool. Heads the cardiology department at a major hospital with extensive research background.
Turkey
from $100
#1028 years of experienceComplex coronary interventionsSpecializes in complex coronary cases with extensive procedural experience. Trained at London's Royal Brompton Hospital and holds multiple European cardiology memberships.
Turkey
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FAQ

These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

Which types of doctors manage coronary artery disease in Turkey?

Medical teams in Turkey use a multidisciplinary approach to manage coronary artery disease. Interventional cardiologists handle non-surgical arterial clearance. Cardiovascular surgeons perform bypass operations. This team-based care ensures you receive the most effective treatment for your specific heart condition.

  • Interventional cardiologists. They use stents to open blocked heart arteries without performing major surgery.
  • Cardiovascular surgeons. These specialists perform bypass surgery to create new paths for blood flow.
  • Cardiac rehabilitation teams. Dietitians and therapists help you recover and strengthen your heart after procedures.
  • Imaging specialists. They use advanced scans to map your heart and find specific blockages.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Turkish heart centers use Heart Teams where surgeons and cardiologists collaborate daily. This ensures patients receive a balanced recommendation between stenting or bypass surgery. Data shows many top specialists hold European Board certifications, aligning Turkish care with international standards.

Patient Consensus: Patients often mention how quickly they get diagnostic tests in Turkish clinics. They felt supported because doctors explained the difference between stents and bypass in simple terms.

Who are some highly-rated CAD specialists in Turkey?

Highly-rated specialists for coronary artery disease (CAD) in Turkey include Dr. Ergin Kocyigit and Dr. Ihsan Bakir. These doctors perform bypass surgery and stenting to restore blood flow to the heart. Many train in Europe or the US, bringing advanced surgical skills to local hospitals.

  • Dr. Ergin Kocyigit. He practices at Medicana International Istanbul and has over 25 years of experience.
  • Dr. Ihsan Bakir. He works at Hisar Hospital and has performed 15,000+ heart and vascular surgeries.
  • Dr. Mustafa Bilge Erdogan. He performs complex heart valve repairs and bypass surgeries at Hisar Intercontinental.
  • Board certifications. These specialists often hold memberships in the European Society of Cardiology for research-based care.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Top coronary artery disease specialists in Turkey often practice at JCI-accredited hospitals in Istanbul. This city serves as the primary hub for cardiac care because these centers invest in robotic technology. Specialists here frequently perform beating-heart surgery, which can lead to faster recoveries than traditional methods.

Patient Consensus: Patients were surprised by how quickly they could walk after heart surgery in Turkey. They often mention that the staff and translators made the hospital feel less intimidating. One person noted their doctor explained the blockage using simple sketches, which helped calm their family.

How do Turkish doctors decide on a CAD treatment plan?

Turkish specialists decide on coronary artery disease plans using a multidisciplinary Heart Team approach. They follow European Society of Cardiology guidelines to choose between medication, stenting, or bypass surgery. Decisions depend on your age, blockages, and comorbidities like diabetes to ensure safe results.

  • Diagnostic imaging. Doctors use CT scans and MRI to assess heart function and anatomy accurately.
  • Functional testing. Nuclear stress tests evaluate blood flow while your heart works harder during exercise.
  • Heart Team review. Surgeons and cardiologists collaborate to choose the most effective treatment pathway.
  • Invasive assessment. Angiography remains the gold standard to confirm high-risk blockages before any surgical intervention.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Leading Turkish heart centers often prioritize off-pump bypass surgery for patients with multiple blockages. This technique keeps the heart beating during the procedure. It reduces the need for a heart-lung machine, which helps patients recover faster.

Patient Consensus: Patients are often surprised by the detailed explanations doctors provide using 3D heart models. They feel more confident when shown exactly where the blockages are located before surgery.

What innovative treatments do Turkish heart specialists offer?

Turkish heart specialists use minimally invasive tools like the Da Vinci robotic system for bypasses. They perform TAVI, which replaces heart valves through a thin tube without opening the chest. Many doctors hold fellowships from the European Society of Cardiology, so they use international treatment protocols.

  • Robotic heart surgery. Surgeons use robotic arms for precision during mitral valve repairs and bypass grafting.
  • CNA technique. Cardioneuroablation is an alternative to pacemakers for treating certain heart rhythm disorders.
  • TAVI and MitraClip. These methods fix heart valves through catheters, which helps high-risk patients recover faster.
  • 3D cardiac mapping. Doctors use 3D imaging to find and stop faulty electrical signals in the heart.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Turkish specialists use hybrid operating rooms that combine surgery with high-resolution imaging. This allows doctors to switch from a catheter procedure to surgery instantly if needed. Centers like Anadolu Medical Centre maintain a close partnership with Johns Hopkins Hospital for complex cases.

Patient Consensus: Patients often mention how quickly they could walk and move after robotic surgery compared to traditional methods. They describe feeling well-informed when doctors show them 3D maps of their heart before the procedure.

Is language a barrier when speaking with doctors in Turkey?

Language is rarely a barrier for heart patients in Turkey. Most specialists at top private centers speak fluent English. Many doctors also completed fellowships in the UK or USA – which means they understand international medical standards and terminology perfectly.

  • International training. Many cardiologists trained in the USA or Europe. This ensures they speak English well.
  • Medical coordinators. Hospitals provide multilingual coordinators. They help with every step of your medical journey.
  • Written documentation. You receive medical reports in English. This makes it easy to share with your home doctor.
  • City focus. Doctors in Istanbul and Ankara are most likely to be fluent in English.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Top heart centers in Turkey often assign a dedicated point of contact to each patient. These coordinators are not just translators – they often have medical backgrounds. This ensures that complex details about coronary artery disease are communicated with clinical accuracy between you and your surgeon.

Patient Consensus: Patients often mention how easy it is to communicate with their medical teams in Istanbul. They feel relieved when doctors explain the procedure in clear English before the surgery begins.

What is the average waiting time for an appointment?

Patients typically secure a cardiology consultation in Turkey within 2 to 5 days. This rapid access enables immediate diagnostic testing for coronary artery disease. Bookimed manages all doctor communication and appointment scheduling. This speed helps prevent heart muscle damage from delayed treatment.

  • Quick scheduling. Bookimed coordinates consultations with Turkish cardiologists in under one week.
  • Efficient diagnostics. Tests like angiography often happen within 24 hours of the first visit.
  • Priority access. Leading centers dedicated to international patients offer fast-track scheduling protocols.
  • Internal coordination. Bookimed handles all logistics so you do not wait for paperwork.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Top Turkish hospitals like Hisar Intercontinental or Memorial Shishli prioritize international heart patients. They often keep specific slots open to ensure surgery starts shortly after diagnosis. This rapid workflow is vital for patients needing urgent stents or bypass grafting.

Patient Consensus: Patients were surprised by how quickly they moved from the airport to the hospital. One patient noted they had a consultation and tests done the same afternoon. They felt relieved that there was no long wait to see the specialist.

How do doctors handle follow-up for international patients?

Heart specialists in Turkey use remote monitoring and digital coordination for international heart patients. They provide digital medical records and coordinate with home doctors to manage recovery safely. This ensures patients receive expert guidance without needing to travel back for every checkup.

  • Virtual consultations. Specialists use video calls to review heart health and adjust medications remotely.
  • Digital records. Patients receive translated reports and imaging on CDs to share with local doctors.
  • Care coordination. Bookimed managers handle scheduling and translations between you and the Turkish medical team.
  • Home physician collaboration. Turkish doctors can discuss treatment plans with your local cardiologist via video link.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Many top Turkish cardiologists have 20+ years of experience and hold European board certifications. This background means they follow standardized international protocols for recovery. This makes it easier for your local doctor to follow the Turkish medical team's instructions.

Patient Consensus: Patients often feel relieved when they receive all their medical files digitally before leaving. They appreciate having a clear plan to show their doctor back home after heart surgery.