EDUCATION:
2000 - SSK Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, .
1996 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
EXPERIENCE:
2019 - Istanbul Medipol University Pendik Hospital
2017 - 2019 - Private Adatıp Kurtköy Hospital
2005 - 2017 - Private Avicenna Umut Hospital
2003 - 2005 - SSK Yalova Regional Hospital
2002 - 2003 - Kayseri Military Hospital
Dr. José Ángel Cabrera Rodríguez is the Head of Cardiology at Quironsalud Madrid. He specializes in arrhythmia, heart rhythm disorders, and cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Cabrera trained at the Royal Brompton’s National Heart and Lung Institute in London. He leads the Department of Clinical and Fundamental Translational Cardiology at the European University of Madrid.
Dr. Cengiz Koksal is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is the only physician in Turkey authorized to train others in off-pump mitral valve repair. Dr. Koksal specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and beating-heart techniques. He has performed over 2,000 open-heart and vascular procedures.
Dr. Dogan Erdogan is a cardiologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He is a multiple Science Award winner and the youngest researcher to receive the Bayindir Science Award. Dr. Erdogan completed a clinical research fellowship at the Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Department. He treats complex conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmia.
Dr. Riza Turkoz is a cardiovascular and pediatric cardiac surgeon at Medical Park Antalya. He specializes in treating complex congenital heart conditions in both children and adults. Dr. Turkoz is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. He performs critical procedures like the Ross procedure, aortic valve replacement, and Tetralogy of Fallot surgery.
Prof. Dr. Muslum Sahin is a cardiologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in interventional cardiology, treating conditions like atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease. He is a member of the Chronic Total Occlusion Club and the Turkish Cardiology Association.
Dr. Ugur Taskin is an interventional cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, heart failure, and heart valve disorders. Dr. Taskin earned his medical degree from the Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He previously gained experience at the Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Nivit Karla is an interventional cardiologist and cardiac surgeon at PrimeCare Bkk in Bangkok. He specializes in minimally invasive heart procedures and bypass surgery. Dr. Karla trained at Siriraj Medical School and Rajavithi Hospital. He provides bilingual care in English and Thai for adult and pediatric heart conditions.
Dr. Francisco Javier Alzueta Rodriguez is a cardiologist at Quirónsalud Marbella. He specializes in cardiac arrhythmia, pacemaker implantation, and catheter ablation. Dr. Alzueta Rodriguez has written over 100 scientific publications and 23 books. He also serves as a Senior Lecturer at Malaga University. He previously coordinated the implantable defibrillator team for the Spanish Cardiology Society.
Dr. Zuhal Cakmak Peksen is a family medicine specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She has treated patients across eight different medical institutions since starting her career. Dr. Peksen focuses on medical check-ups and diagnostic screenings for adults and children. She is currently pursuing a degree in health management to support clinical leadership.
Dr. Ozkan Bekler has performed over 10,000 complex coronary interventions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and structural heart procedures. Dr. Bekler focuses on bifurcation stenting and chronic total occlusions using intravascular imaging. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.
Dr. Asim Enhos is a cardiologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in heart disease, cholesterol management, and complex aortic conditions. Dr. Enhos previously served as an Associate Professor at Bezm-i Alem Vakif University. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for advanced interventional radiology.
Dr. Rifat Eralp Ulusoy is a cardiologist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. Dr. Ulusoy has authored over 125 scientific papers with 1,400+ citations. He specializes in heart valve disease, hypertension, and cardiomyopathies. His training includes clinical roles at top medical centers in Turkey and the United States.
Dr. Jair Bar is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer using personalized immunotherapy and targeted treatments. Dr. Bar holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and leads a research lab focused on immunotherapy resistance.
Dr. Kyung Hee Kim is the Director of the Heart Transplantation Center at Incheon Sejong Hospital. She serves on the American Heart Association’s Clinical Cardiology Membership Committee. This is a rare leadership role for a Korean cardiologist. Dr. Kim specializes in heart failure, transplant management, and mechanical circulatory support. She holds an MD and PhD from Seoul National University.
Dr. Ercan Kocakoc is a prize-winning radiologist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He won 1st Prize at the 2009 ESGAR congress for clinical cases. Dr. Kocakoc specializes in interventional radiology and advanced body imaging. He completed a research fellowship at the University Hospital of Cleveland in the USA.
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.
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.
Dr. Cihan Altin is a cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He completed interventional cardiology training at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Altin treats heart failure, valve diseases, and coronary artery occlusion. He specializes in minimally invasive structural heart interventions. Dr. Altin works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.