Page 2 - Best Pulmonary hypertension doctors in Turkey: TOP 54 doctors

Dr. Kakar specializes in pulmonary hypertension with advanced training from Switzerland's Zurich University – a leader in heart failure care.

• 9 years of cardiology experience, including specialized training
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and Heart Failure Association
• Works at Medicalpoint International Hospital with access to advanced diagnostics
• Fellowship-trained in advanced heart failure management techniques

Dr. Taskin specializes in Pulmonary hypertension treatment with a focus on interventional cardiology techniques. He practices at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• 5 years of experience at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association
• Specializes in heart valve diseases and heart failure

Dr. Ozkan Bekler has performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions, specializing in pulmonary hypertension at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• 9 years of experience in cardiology
• Specializes in structural heart procedures like TAVI and ASD closure
• Performs advanced techniques including intravascular coronary imaging
• Completed cardiology training at Mustafa Kemal University
• Academic staff at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University

Specializes in pediatric cardiology with a focus on pulmonary hypertension cases at Pendik Medipol University Hospital.

• Over 20 years of experience in pediatric cardiology
• Trained in pediatric cardiology at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Works at Medipol University Pendik Hospital – a leading medical facility
• Previously served at Izmir Dr. Behçet Uz Pediatric Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Akin Torun specializes in cardiovascular diseases, including pulmonary hypertension, with a focus on sports cardiology and preventive medicine at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Cardiology specialist with expertise in pulmonary hypertension
• Special interest in sports cardiology and performance medicine
• Trained at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• Experienced in cardiac rehabilitation and athlete evaluation
• Works at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul – a leading healthcare facility

Dr. Hasan Yucel is a Cardiologist with over 18 years of experience. He specializes in heart valve diseases, cholesterol disorders, heart failure, and rhythm disorders. He has performed more than 10,000 valve replacement surgeries with very few complications. This shows his strong surgical skills.

Dr. Yucel is known for his national and international publications. He is often invited to speak at scientific meetings. He has worked at top medical institutions. His career shows his dedication to improving heart care and medical education.

Prof. Bozkurt specializes in pulmonary hypertension with over 20 years of experience in cardiology at leading institutions.

• Founding and Head of Cardiology at two university hospitals
• Professor of Medicine at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University
• Currently practices at Medicana International Hospital in Ankara

Dr. Yilmaz combines cardiovascular surgery with integrative therapies like Phytotherapy and Ozone Therapy – offering unique treatment options for pulmonary hypertension.

• Cardiovascular Surgeon Specialist with 20 scientific course certificates
• Over 100 published articles in national and international journals
• Board-certified in Complementary and Integrative Medicine
• Expert in cutting-edge complementary therapies like Prolotherapy and Neural Therapy

Dr. Ismail Oral Hastaoglu graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his specialization at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Center in 2005. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EACTS, ESVS, UVCD, the Phlebology Association, and TKDCD.

Dr. Hastaoglu specializes in coronary bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, congenital heart diseases, heart tumors, and aneurysm treatments. He also has experience in carotid artery operations, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery disease management, and AV fistula procedures. He has made important contributions to cardiovascular surgery.

Assoc. Prof. Meki Bilici specializes in pediatric cardiology with a focus on interventional procedures for congenital heart diseases.

• Over 20 years of experience in pediatric cardiology
• Expert in transcatheter closure of patent ductus arteriosus
• Published extensively in international peer-reviewed journals
• Member of Turkish Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Association

Dr. Batur Gonenc Kanar is a leading cardiologist with training from top European centers. He studied at the Paris Institute of Cardiology, Hôpital Privé Jacques Cartier in France, and Royal Brampton & Harefield Hospital in the UK. He specializes in advanced electrophysiology. His expertise includes 3D-mapping-guided ablation for atrial fibrillation, catheter ablation, pacemaker implantation, ICD, and CRT therapy.

Dr. Kanar currently practices at Liv Hospital Vadi Istanbul. He brings international experience to Turkey and has performed over 1,000 electrophysiology and interventional procedures. He represents Türkiye at the European Heart Rhythm Association. He is also an active member of the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Cardiology Association. Dr. Kanar ensures his patients have access to the latest advances in cardiac care.

Prof. Mehmet Vefik Yazicioglu specializes in complex cardiovascular interventions, including pulmonary hypertension treatments at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Over 20 years of experience in cardiology
• Expert in TAVI and other valve interventions
• Published extensively on cardiovascular research
• Member of European Society of Cardiology

Dr. Catakoglu specializes in advanced cardiac interventions, including Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and percutaneous mitral valve repair at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Trained in coronary physiology and FFR use in France
• Expert in intra-coronary imaging techniques like OCT
• Performs complex coronary and bifurcation interventions
• Member of leading cardiology departments since 1999

Education

• Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute, Cardiology Residency, 2010, Istanbul/Turkey
• Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine Education, 2005, Konya/Turkey
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Experience

• Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute, 2012-2021, Istanbul/Turkey
• Siverek State Hospital (Compulsory Service), 2011-2012, Şanlıurfa/Turkey
• Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology, 2005-2010, Istanbul/Turkey
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Scientific Memberships 

• Turkish Society of Cardiology
• European Percutaneous Intervention Association
• European Society of Cardiology
• SCAI (Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions)

Education

Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology, Cardiology Residency, 2010, Istanbul/Turkey
Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2005, Bursa/Turkey

Experience

Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Cardiology Institute, 2012-2021, Istanbul/Turkey
Adıyaman 82. Yıl State Hospital, 2010-2012, Adıyaman/Turkey

He graduated from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 2005. In the year he graduated, he started his specialization in Istanbul University Cardiology Institute Cardiology Department and successfully completed his specialty training in 2010. After his specialty training, he completed his compulsory service in Adıyaman State Hospital for 2 years. After the compulsory service was over, he started working at the university hospital where he received his specialization. In 2017, he received the title of Associate Professor. During his specialization, he performed many operations in the field of cardiovascular diseases and peripheral arterial diseases. In 2018, he completed the Academia - peripheral arterial disease intervention training in Italy. He received the title of Professor in 2022.

He has carried out joint studies with many experts who are considered experts in their fields in Turkey, especially on heart angiography and leg angiography.

He regularly follows the congresses, seminars and courses related to the Cardiology branch organized at home and abroad every year. He has more than 100 domestic and international publications in his field.

Scientific Memebrships

Turkish Society of Cardiology
European Association for Percutaneous Intervention
European Society of Cardiology
SCAI Association

Awards 

Turkish Society of Cardiology
European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
European Society of Cardiology

Education

Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine, Cardiology Residency, 2011, Istanbul/Turkey
Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2006, Istanbul/Turkey

Experience

Assistant Doctor, Bilim University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology, 2006-2011
Specialist Doctor, Şanlıurfa Mehmet Akif Inan Training and Research Hospital, 2011-2013
Dr. Faculty Member, Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Medicine, 2013-2019
Dr. Faculty Member, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine, 2019-

After completing his primary and high school education in Karabük, he was entitled to enter Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2000.
After 6 years of medical education, he entered the Cardiology Department of Bilim University Faculty of Medicine in the TUS exam.
4He received his 5-year residency training at Florence Nightingale Hospital, which is considered as a reference hospital in the field of Cardiology, and in 2011 he received the title of Specialist Dr.
He specialized in the field of interventional cardiology and reached thousands of case experience, especially in radial (through the arm) angiography, challenging coronary and peripheral procedures.
2019 He has been serving his patients at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine since the year.

Scientific Memberships

Turkish Medical Association
Turkish Society of Cardiology

Professor M.D. Cenap Zeybek is a highly respected Pediatric Cardiologist with a focus on complex heart conditions in children.

• Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology with over 20 years of experience
• Performs advanced procedures like heart valve replacement and radiofrequency ablation
• Professor at a leading medical institution since 2017
• Extensive academic contributions with numerous publications

Prof. Kocaman specializes in interventional cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital – with over 15 years of experience.

• Associate Professor since 2014, Professor in 2023
• Published numerous highly cited scientific publications
• Expert in cardiac electrophysiological studies and ablation therapy
• Member of national and international scientific societies
• Skilled in implantation and follow-up of cardiac pacemakers