Exercise test Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Evgenii Volkov is the chief physician at Impuls Medical Center. He is a specialist in cardiology and emergency medicine who leads exercise test diagnostics.

• Focuses on the diagnosis of heart and blood vessel diseases
• Trained at the A. A. Bogomolets National Medical University
• Certified in internal medicine from the Shupik National Healthcare University
• Oversees clinical operations as the head doctor at Impuls Medical Center

Professor Bozkurt leads the cardiology department at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University. He integrates exercise tests into care for coronary artery disease and hypertension.

• Founding Head of Cardiology at two medical schools in Turkey
• Specializes in interventional cardiology and heart rhythm disorders
• Practices at Medicana International Ankara Hospital
• Expert in carotid angioplasty – opening neck arteries to prevent strokes
• Certified in internal medicine and cardiology residency training

Dr. Naveed Ahmed is a fellowship-trained cardiologist from the University of Toronto. He specializes in interventional cardiology and emergency cardiac procedures at Aster Hospital.

• Performs coronary angiography to check for heart blockages during an exercise test
• Completed a two-year fellowship at St. Michael's Hospital in Canada
• Former Assistant Professor at the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences
• Fellow of Interventional Cardiology and Structural Heart Interventions
• Member of the Cardiology Society of India

Dr. Fernando Villagrá has authored over 100 articles and leads the Children's Cardiac Surgery Service. He treats complex pediatric heart conditions at Montepríncipe University Hospital.

• Specializes in exercise test evaluation for children with congenital heart defects
• Completed cardiac residency training at the prestigious Mayo Clinic
• Director of congenital heart disease units since 1982
• Performed specialized heart training at the Cleveland Clinic and Boston Children's Hospital
• Member of the International Society for Heart Transplantation

Dr. Hasan Yucel has performed 10,000+ valve replacement surgeries. He provides advanced cardiac care and exercise test assessments at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Specializes in treating heart rhythm disorders and hypertension
• Performs coronary angioplasty to open blocked heart arteries
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine in cardiology
• Contributes research to international medical journals in the field
• Invited speaker at major scientific and cardiology conferences

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Dr. Cuneyt Kocas is a cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and hypertension. Dr. Kocas treats heart conditions using both diagnostic and interventional methods. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with a hybrid operating room.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation for heart rhythm disorders.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial stenting for vascular health.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology and the SCAI.
• Conducts complex procedures like cardiac valve repair and coronary bypass surgery.

Dr. Emrah Ozdemir is an interventional cardiologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed thousands of procedures, focusing on radial angiography and complex coronary interventions. Dr. Ozdemir trained at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a recognized reference center for cardiology in Turkey. He treats conditions like atherosclerosis, hypertension, and arrhythmia using non-surgical techniques.

• Expertise in transradial angiography, performing procedures through the patient's arm.
• Treats challenging coronary and peripheral vascular cases.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Works at TEMOS-accredited Biruni University Hospital.

Dr. Sinan Altan Kocaman is a professor of cardiology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Kocaman holds a high citation count for his research in heart rhythm disorders. He treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis, and pulmonary hypertension.

• Performs cardiac electrophysiological studies (EPS) and ablation therapy.
• Implantation and long-term follow-up of cardiac pacemakers.
• Expertise in intracranial arterial stenting and aneurysm coiling.
• Works at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

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.

Dr. Yilmaz Yozgat is a pediatric cardiologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating children with complex heart conditions and vascular diseases. Dr. Yozgat trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He manages cases of hypertension, arrhythmia, and dilated cardiomyopathy in young patients.

• Expertise includes pulmonary hypertension and coronary artery disease in children.
• Performs diagnostic heart check-ups, exercise tests, and carotid artery ultrasounds.
• Former faculty member at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine.
• Works at a center with 21 intensive care units dedicated to newborns.

Dr. Dursun Aras is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart rhythm disorders and complex vascular interventions. Dr. Aras practiced for years at the Turkey Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital. He treats conditions like atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis, and coronary artery disease.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Expert in carotid angioplasty, stenting, and intracranial arterial procedures.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 600,000 patients annually.
• Specializes in 3D mapping techniques for precise cardiac ablation procedures.

Dr. Omer Alyan is an interventional cardiologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart valve surgery and complex vascular stenting. Dr. Alyan previously served as the Cardiology Clinic Supervisor at Private Veni Vidi Hospital. He works at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high-contrast PET-CT and cardiovascular surgery.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and heart cryoablation.
• Expert in carotid and intracranial arterial angioplasty with stenting.
• Treats conditions including atrial fibrillation, arrhythmia, and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Practice includes aneurysm coiling and endovenous radiofrequency ablation (EVRF).

Education:

Marmara University, Istanbul Medical Faculty 1995 - 2002

Pulmonary .Specialty Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, Istanbul 2003-2008

Experience:

Pulmonary Specialist

Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, ISTANBUL

 2002‑ 2018.

Chief Assistant 

2011.

Associate Professor 

 2017.

Prof.Dr.

Yeni Yuzyıl University Faculty of Medicine Pulmonary Medicine Dep., Istanbul

Dr. Mehmet Vefik Yazicioglu is an interventional cardiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in high-risk coronary interventions and chronic total occlusions. He has performed thousands of procedures. These include TAVI, MitraClip, and structural heart defect closures. Dr. Yazicioglu uses imaging tools like IVUS and OCT to ensure surgical precision.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology since 2002.
• Expert in pacemakers, CRT implantations, and carotid artery stenting.
• Published over 40 research papers in international medical journals.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital with Centers of Excellence for surgery.