Best Radiofrequency ablation doctors: TOP 90 doctors

Dr. Antonio Berruezo Sanchez has authored 200+ research papers on cardiac arrhythmia treatment and leads international courses on ablation techniques.

• 22 years specializing in interventional cardiology and electrophysiology
• Principal Investigator for multiple grants including Horizon 2020 projects
• National coordinator of the PROFID multicentre trial
• Member of European Society of Cardiology and Heart Rhythm Association
• Associated Professor at University of Barcelona

Dr. Haşim Üstünsoy specializes in minimally invasive cardiovascular techniques, with training at top institutions like Columbia University and Geneva University.

• Over 30 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Trained in robotic and minimally invasive techniques
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery at Gaziantep University

Prof. Dr. Tanboga brings extensive expertise in radiofrequency ablation for arrhythmias, honed at St Thomas Hospital in London.

• Specializes in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders with ablation techniques
• Trained in electrophysiological studies – a key skill for precision ablation
• Member of both Turkish Society of Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology
• Balances invasive treatments with non-invasive diagnostics like transesophageal echocardiography

Prof. Mustafa Saglam specializes in cardiac procedures, including radiofrequency ablation, with extensive experience in endovascular repair and stress tests at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Head of Cardiology Department since 2016
• Expert in balloon valvuloplasty and temporary pacemaker implantation
• Graduated from Marmara University and trained at Kosuyolu Heart Teaching and Research Hospital

Dr. Gürhan Adam specializes in interventional radiology with extensive training in radiofrequency ablation techniques.

• Completed interventional radiology fellowships at Ege University and Bursa Uludag University
• Member of the Turkish Society of Interventional Radiology
• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, a leading medical facility
• Over 15 years of experience in diagnostic and interventional radiology

Dr. Alemdar specializes in medical oncology with extensive training in internal medicine.

• Graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in medical oncology at Akdeniz University
• Worked at Akdeniz University Hospital for several years
• Experienced in various hospitals across Turkey
• Currently affiliated with Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

15 years specializing in varicose vein treatments – Dr. Zan performs radiofrequency ablation without surgical incisions or anesthesia risks.

• Founder and medical director of Vein Clinic Alanya
• Member of Turkish National Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
• Also affiliated with the European Society of Vascular Surgery
• Specializes in minimally invasive treatments for venous ulcers

Professor Willems is a renowned specialist in electrophysiology and leads the cardiology department at Asklepios St. Georg Hospital.

• 20+ years focused on cardiac arrhythmias and electrophysiology
• Chairs the Executive Board of Kompetenznetz Vorhofflimmern e.V.
• Author of key medical guides and international studies
• Performs advanced radiofrequency ablation techniques

Prof. Carlo Pappone developed a groundbreaking epicardial ablation procedure for Brugada syndrome at San Donato Hospital.

• Head of Clinical Arithmology at IRCCS Policlinico San Donato
• Fellow of American Heart Association and European Society of Cardiology
• Published 184 scientific articles with 16,814 citations
• Recipient of Elite Reviewer Award from JACC
• Specializes in complex electrophysiology procedures

Dr. Marc Ulrich Becher is an interventional cardiologist and heart failure specialist at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen. He is known for performing advanced procedures such as coronary angiography, radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping, carotid angioplasty, and stenting.

Dr. Becher’s clinic carries out about 3,000 to 4,000 diagnostic and therapeutic procedures each year. These include complex coronary interventions, catheter-based valve replacements, and structural heart procedures. He is experienced in using advanced imaging techniques like IVUS and OCT for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

Dr. Becher is dedicated to providing thorough and compassionate care. He uses modern therapies for both acute and chronic cardiovascular diseases, focusing on patient safety and positive outcomes.

Professor of Cardiology with over 20 years of experience, specializing in interventional cardiology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Completed cardiology fellowship at Istanbul University Institution of Cardiology
• Former Head of Cardiology Department at Istanbul Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital
• Vice president and president of Scientific Committee at Turkish Society of Cardiology
• Member of European Society of Cardiology and American Heart Association

Cardiac Surgeon specializing in radiofrequency ablation at Asklepios St. Georg Hospital.

• Experienced in performing radiofrequency ablation procedures
• Works at a leading cardiac center in Germany
• Focuses on minimally invasive cardiac treatments

Prof. Gulden Kafali specializes in pediatric cardiology with extensive training at top Turkish universities.

• Expert in cardiac arrhythmias and congenital heart diseases
• Performs fetal echocardiography for early diagnosis
• Trained at Hacettepe University, a leading medical institution
• Provides cardiac exams for sports participation

Education and Experience

2019 – Present
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Cardiology Department

2019
Germany Lübeck Hospital Arrhythmia Clinic
Electrophysiology Training

2018
Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
Associate Professor, Department of Cardiology

2017
TC. Ministry of Health Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Ankara
Electrophysiology Training

2015
Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
Assistant Professor

2013
Cleveland Clinic, United States
Observant Doctor

2013
TC. Ministry of Health Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Ankara
Specialization

2008
Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine
Medical Education

Memberships

Turkish Cardiology Association, Member

European Society of Cardiology

European Arrhythmia Association (EHRA)

Dr. Ari Raphael leads groundbreaking clinical trials in oncology, including studies on intra-tumoral injections and genomic profiling at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University's Faculty of Medicine
• Primary investigator for multiple phase I-III oncology trials
• Expert in thoracic malignancies and liquid biopsies
• Recipient of the ISCORT research grant
• Member of European Society of Medical Oncology

Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

2025 – present — Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul

2024 – 2025 — Memorial Şişli Hospital, Istanbul

2020 – 2024 — American Hospital, Istanbul

2018 – 2020 — Kartal-Koşuyolu High Specialization Training and Research

Hospital, Istanbul

2015 – 2018 — Koç University Hospital, Istanbul

2013 – 2015 — Liv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul

2011 – 2013 — Anadolu Medical Center, Kocaeli

2009 – 2011 — Medical Park Fatih Hospital, Istanbul

2002 – 2009 — Swiss Hospital, Istanbul

MEDICAL EDUCATION

2023 — Associate Professorship, American Hospital

1996 – 2002 — Residency in Thoracic, Cardiovascular and Vascular Surgery, Kocaeli University

1988 – 1994 — Medical Education, Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara

PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS, COURSES AND CONFERENCES

 Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management Course, 2020

 Publons Academy Peer Reviewer Course, 2020

 Koç University Animal Use Certificate for Experimental Procedures, 2017

 Orsi da Vinci Training Center Robotic Surgery Training Course (Console Surgery Course), Belgium, 2014

MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS

 Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

 Blood Transfusion Society

 ERAS Society

 The International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery

 Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management

 Asian Society for Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS

Indelen, C., Kizmaz, Y. U., Kar, A., Shander, A., & Kırali, K. (2021). The cost of one unit blood transfusion components

and cost-effectiveness analysis results of transfusion improvement program. Turkish Journal of Thoracic and

Cardiovascular Surgery, 29(2), 150.

Platelet Transfusion Practices in the ICU: A Prospective Multicenter Cohort Study. Crit Care Med. 2025 Sep 26. doi:

10.1097/CCM.0000000000006880. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 41002230. van Wonderen SF, Raasveld SJ, Flint AWJ,

Schenk J, van den Oord C, Reuland MC, de Bruin S, Bakker J, Cecconi M, Feldheiser A, Meier J, Müller MCA, Scheeren

TWL, Hamid T, Piagnerelli M, Mahečić TT, Benes J, Russell L, Aguirre-Bermeo H, Triantafyllopoulou K, Chantziara V,

Gurjar M, Myatra SN, Pota V, Elhadi M, Gawda R, Mourisco M, Lance M, Neskovic V, Podbregar M, Llau JV, QuintanaDiaz M, Cronhjort M, Pfortmueller CA, Yapici N, Nielsen ND, Shah A, de Grooth HJ, McQuilten Z, Vlaar APJ, Aubron C;

InPUT Study Group.

Indelen, C., Kizmaz, Y. U., Erkilinc, A., Altinay, A. E., Shander, A., & Kirali, M. K. (2023). Creating blood conservation for

a cardiothoracic surgical hospital: when you have to start from scratch! Cardiovascular Journal of Africa, 34(3), 164–

168.

Indelen, C., Bas, T., Kar, A., Ergenc, E., Karademir, B. C., Sismanoglu, M., & Kirali, K. (2023, June). Cost-effectiveness

and clinical outcome of transcatheter versus sutureless aortic valve replacement. In The Heart Surgery Forum (Vol.

26, No. 3, pp. E284–E291).

Red Blood Cell Transfusion in the Intensive Care Unit. JAMA. 2023 Nov 21;330(19):1852–1861. doi:

10.1001/jama.2023.20737. Erratum in: JAMA. 2024 Aug 6;332(5):428. doi: 10.1001/jama.2024.12247. PMID:

37824112; PMCID: PMC10570913. Raasveld SJ, de Bruin S, Reuland MC, van den Oord C, Schenk J, Aubron C, Bakker

J, Cecconi M, Feldheiser A, Meier J, Müller MCA, Scheeren TWL, McQuilten Z, Flint A, Hamid T, Piagnerelli M, Tomic

Mahecic T, Benes J, Russell L, Aguirre-Bermeo H, Triantafyllopoulou K, Chantziara V, Gurjar M, Myatra SN, Pota V,

Elhadi M, Gawda R, Mourisco M, Lance M, Neskovic V, Podbregar M, Llau JV, Quintana-Diaz M, Cronhjort M,

Pfortmueller CA, Yapici N, Nielsen ND, Shah A, de Grooth HJ, Vlaar APJ; InPUT Study Group.

Cenk, I., & Kaan, K. M. (2022). Rashomon Effect on the Decision Process of Severe Coronary Artery Pathology:

“Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery or Percutaneous Coronary Angioplasty”.

Plasma transfusion in the intensive care unit. Transfusion. 2025 Jan;65(1):73–87. doi: 10.1111/trf.18071. Epub 2024

Dec 18. PMID: 39696779; PMCID: PMC11747124. van Haeren MMT, Raasveld SJ, de Bruin S, Reuland MC, van den

Oord C, Schenk J, Aubron C, Bakker J, Cecconi M, Feldheiser A, de Grooth HJ, Meier J, Scheeren TWL, McQuilten Z,

Flint A, Hamid T, Piagnerelli M, Mahečić TT, Benes J, Russell L, Aguirre-Bermeo H, Triantafyllopoulou K, Chantziara V,

Gurjar M, Myatra SN, Pota V, Elhadi M, Gawda R, Mourisco M, Lance M, Neskovic V, Podbregar M, Llau JV, QuintanaDiaz M, Cronhjort M, Pfortmueller CA, Yapici N, Nielsen ND, Shah A, Vlaar APJ, Müller MCA; InPUT Study Group.

Omay, O., Ozker, E., Indelen, C., Baskurt, M., Suzer, K., & Gunay, I. (2009, October). Posterior pericardial annuloplasty

in ischemic mitral regurgitation. In The Heart Surgery Forum (Vol. 12, No. 5, pp. E285–E290).

Suzer, K., Omay, O., Ozker, E., Indelen, C., & Gumus, B. (2009). Coronary artery bypass grafting and concomitant

descending aorta-to-bifemoral artery bypass via sternotomy. Cardiovascular Journal of Africa, 20(5), 300–302.

Ogus, N. T., Indelen, C., Yildirim, T., Selimoglu, O., & Basaran, M. (2007). Pericardial patch augmentation of both

anterior and septal leaflets in Ebstein’s anomaly. The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, 83(2), 676–678.

Mutluer, F. O., İndelen, C., Dinçer, N., Aslan, G., & Ateş, M. Ş. (2018). Unilateral leg edema: Is it always vascular? Turk

Kardiyol Dern Ars, 46(8), 706–709.

Omay, O., Ozker, E., Indelen, C., & Suzer, K. (2008). Revascularization of Left Anterior Descending (LAD) Artery with In

Situ Left Internal Thoracic Artery (LITA) and Coronary–Coronary Free LITA Grafts: 12–Year Patency. Journal of Cardiac

Surgery, 23(6), 722–724.

Omay, O., Ozker, E., Indelen, C., & Suzer, K. (2007, March). An alternative reinforced closure technique with external

Kirschner wires in sternal dehiscence. In The Heart Surgery Forum (Vol. 10, No. 3, pp. E193–E195).

İndelen, C. (2023). The Effectiveness of Tranexamic Acid Application Technique in Elective Coronary Artery Bypass

Surgery. Acta Medica Nicomedia, 6(1), 17–22.

İndelen, C., & Berki, K. (2020). The Effect of Losartan on Nitric Oxide Levels in Internal Thoracic Artery, Radial Artery

and Saphenous Vein Grafts in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery. Kocaeli University Journal of Health Sciences, 6(3),

222–226.

İndelen, C. (2020). Saphenous vein graft preparation with conventional or Mayo vein stripper method: Which one is

better? Turkish Journal of Vascular Surgery, 29(1), 32–37.

Yılmaz, Ü., İndelen, C., Erden Güven, B., Taşpınar, Y., Ergenç, E., & Sunar, H. (2025). The effect of fat free mass index

and other predictive factors on the severity of patient prosthesis mismatch in patients with isolated mechanical aortic

valve replacement. Kastamonu Medical Journal, 5(1), 25–29.

Akbaş, H., Tekinalp, H., İndelen, C., Turgut, R. A., & Alp, M. A different aortotomy closure technique (Shawl

Aortoplasty) in a case of calcified bicuspid aortic stenosis and post-stenotic aortic dilatation.

Kızmaz, Y. U., Işık, M. E., & İndelen, C. (2022). Knowledge of Health Professionals on Blood Transfusion Practices,

Storage, Clinical Use and Reactions. Kafkas Journal of Medical Sciences, 12(3), 237–241.

Nadir Anatomik Varyasyonlarda Koroner Arter Bypass Cerrahisi, Chapter 6, pp. 54–58. In Vakalarla Kalp Damar

Cerrahisi (Kaygın, M. A., Ed.). (2020). DOI: 10.37609/akya.2084. Akademisyen Publishing House.

Infrapopliteal Artery Occlusive Disease Surgical Treatment Methods, in Peripheral Artery Atlas (Kaygın, M. A., Ed.).

(2022). DOI: 10.37609/akya.1903. Akademisyen Publishing House.

Dr. Erdogan trained at Mayo Clinic's Echocardiography Lab – one of the world's top cardiology centers. He brings this expertise to Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 25+ years of experience in cardiology
• Specialized in interventional cardiology procedures
• Associate professor with academic credentials
• Performs advanced cardiac ablation techniques

Assoc. Prof. Cihangir Ersoy brings over 30 years of cardiovascular surgery expertise to Florence Nightingale Hospital, specializing in radiofrequency ablation.

• Member of Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Specialized training at Istanbul University Cardiology Institute
• Former Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Extensive experience at Vehbi Koç Vakfı Amerikan Hastanesi

Personal information

Title: Professor Doctor

Branch: Pulmonary Diseases

Work History:

1  Ilıca Health Center \ Health Center Physician (Compulsory Service)

2   Florence Nightingale Hospital

3   Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic (OLV) Aalst Belgium

4   Istanbul Bilim University (Assistant Professor)

5   Florence Nightingale Hospital (Associate Professor)

6   Istanbul Bilim University (Professor)

Medical Specialties and Subspecialties:

1   Minimally invasive heart surgery

2   Aortic surgery

3   Cover Repairs

4   Arrhythmia Surgery

Special advanced health technologies:

1   Robotic heart surgery (Da Vinci Robotic System)

2   Port Access Surgery

Education

1991 - Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine

1998 - Istanbul University Cardiology Institute (Specialization)