Ozkan Bekler

Dr. Özkan Bekler is an interventional cardiologist based in Istanbul. He has performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions and more than 700 pacemaker implantations. Dr. Bekler performs structural heart procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

Interventional Cardiology & Clinical Focus

Dr. Bekler treats a wide range of cardiovascular conditions including arrhythmia and atherosclerosis. He performs complex coronary procedures like bifurcation stenting and treating chronic total occlusions. The doctor uses rotablator techniques — a rotating drill that clears calcified plaque — and intravascular imaging to improve surgical outcomes.

His surgical practice includes several key structural and peripheral interventions:

• Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI)
• Atrial septal defect (ASD) closure
• Mitral balloon valvuloplasty
• Left atrial appendage closure
• Peripheral artery balloon and stent procedures

Electrophysiology and Advanced Rythm Management

The specialist treats atrial fibrillation and hypertension through minimally invasive methods. He performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and heart cryoablation. Dr. Bekler also carries out ICD and CRT implantations — devices that regulate heartbeats — for patients with heart failure or rhythm disorders.

Work Experience

• 2022–2024 – Academic Staff – Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Cardiology Department
• 2020–2022 – Specialist Doctor – Hatay Training and Research Hospital
• 2016–2020 – Research Assistant Doctor – Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Cardiology Department
• 2015–2016 – General Practitioner – Kırıkhan Community Health Center

Education and Training

• 2016–2020 – PhD/Specialty in Cardiology – Mustafa Kemal University, Department of Internal Medicine
• 2009–2015 – Medical Degree – Gazi University Faculty of Medicine