Best Ventricular septal defect doctors in Turkey: TOP 20 doctors

Dr. Ali Gozukucuk specializes in pediatric surgery with a focus on congenital conditions like ventricular septal defects. Trained at Erciyes University, he brings deep expertise to complex cases.

• Completed fellowship in pediatric surgery at Erciyes University
• Published 3 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Presented 13 studies at international scientific meetings
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Prof. Dr. Emin Trly specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery at Altınbaş University Hospital, focusing on complex congenital heart conditions like ventricular septal defects.

• Professor with extensive experience in pediatric cardiac surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University, a leading medical institution
• Published numerous studies on cardiac surgery outcomes
• Member of prestigious cardiac surgery associations

Prof. Gulden Kafali specializes in pediatric cardiology with a focus on congenital heart diseases like ventricular septal defects. She brings decades of experience at top Turkish hospitals.

• Pediatric cardiology fellowship at Hacettepe University
• Expert in fetal echocardiography and cardiac arrhythmias
• Worked at Kosuyolu High Specialization Hospital – Turkey's leading cardiac center
• Also trained in sports cardiac exams for young athletes

Assoc. Prof. Cihangir Ersoy specializes in cardiovascular surgery with decades of experience at top institutions like Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Member of Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Expert in pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery
• Former Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Extensive experience in complex cardiovascular procedures

Specializing in complex congenital heart surgery – Dr. Cicek trained at top institutions like Mayo Clinic and Texas Heart Institute, focusing on pediatric and neonatal cases.

• Over 30 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Fellowship-trained in pediatric cardiothoracic surgery at Children's Hospital Los Angeles
• Board-certified in both adult and pediatric cardiovascular surgery
• Member of prestigious societies like American Association for Thoracic Surgery
• Chief of Pediatric and Adult Cardiovascular Surgery at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul

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.

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

• International member of Society of Thoracic Surgeons USA
• Published over 50 international manuscripts, including 7 world-first reports
• Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department since 2014
• Fellowship-trained in Belgium for advanced cardiac procedures

Prof. Emin Tireli specializes in complex pediatric heart defects, performing innovative techniques at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Published more than 100 articles on pediatric cardiac surgery
• Expert in neonatal cardiovascular surgery and congenital heart repairs
• Associate Professor at Istanbul School of Medicine
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

Dr. Akdeniz brings extensive training in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, with experience at two of Turkey's leading hospitals.

• Trained at Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
• Further specialized at M. Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
• Graduated from Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Professor M.D. Cenap Zeybek is a highly respected Pediatric Cardiologist specializing in Ventricular septal defect, with numerous operations performed.

• Over 25 years of experience in pediatric cardiology
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Training Hospital
• Published numerous papers and presentations in the field
• Performs complex heart surgeries including atrial septal defect and valve replacements

Dr. Fidanci specializes in pediatric cardiology with extensive training in congenital heart diseases, including ventricular septal defects.

• Completed subspecialty training in Pediatric Cardiology at GATA Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in Fetal Echocardiography and Congenital Heart Diseases
• Associate Professor with academic roles at GATA Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on Rheumatic Heart Diseases and Rhythm Disorders

Professor Murat Ugurlucan brings over 15 years of specialized cardiac surgery experience, currently practicing at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at prestigious institutions including Marmara University and Istanbul University
• Completed fellowship at King Faisal Heart Institute in Saudi Arabia
• Holds professorship in cardiac surgery since 2020
• Recognized for research contributions in cardiovascular medicine

Specializes in spine surgery and orthopedic trauma at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Trained at Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine and Medeniyet University
• Completed a fellowship at Chicago Loyola University
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Certified in advanced spine surgery techniques

Professor Cengiz Koksal leads the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, bringing decades of specialized experience in heart conditions.

• Over 20 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Established the Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic at Süreyyapaşa Hospital
• Associate Professor in Cardiovascular Surgery since 2005
• Currently practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Professor Riza Turkoz specializes in pediatric cardiology at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, with decades of experience in treating congenital heart conditions.

• Over 30 years in pediatric cardiology and congenital heart surgery
• Former professor at Başkent University – a leader in cardiology training
• Performs both diagnostic and surgical interventions for congenital heart defects
• Member of the Turkish Cardiology Association

Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center – Prof. Dr. Kucukaksu has 35+ years of specialized experience, including pioneering mechanical circulatory support in Turkey.

• Experienced in both adult and pediatric cardiac surgery
• Internationally trained in LVAD systems and heart failure surgery
• Performs complex procedures including valve replacements and aortic repairs
• Leader in total artificial heart and hybrid cardiovascular procedures

Award-winning pediatric chest diseases specialist with over 16 years of focused experience at top Turkish hospitals.

• Pediatric Chest Diseases Specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Multiple awards from Turkish Thoracic Society and European Respiratory Society
• Expert in bronchoscopic diagnosis and treatment procedures