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Dr. Alp Burak Catakoglu

Dr. Alp Burak Catakoglu

Cardiologist ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

24 Years of experience ·

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About Dr. Alp Burak Catakoglu

Conditions treated by Dr Alp Burak Catakoglu

Please find listed below the many conditions that Dr. Alp Burak Catakoglu treats:

  • Angina
  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Tachycardia
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Blocked Arteries
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Bradycardia

Interventional procedures are required for people with structural heart conditions so that they can live a healthy life. With world class equipments and the help of modern technology the doctor can deliver the best treatment to patients. Quality post procedural care is a sign of the patient focused approach by the doctors who ensure that such conditions find the right solution.

Signs to look for before visiting Dr Alp Burak Catakoglu

Here are the many signs and symptoms present in a patient with the structural or non-coronary cardiovascular diseases:

  • Dizziness
  • Chest Pain
  • Palpitations
  • Shortness of breathe
  • High Blood Pressure

Few commonly experienced symptoms are chest pain and fatigue in patients with these heart conditions. It is important for you to monitor your blood pressure regularly and incase it is high for long periods of time then it could be because of a structural issue. Further, if not treated in time structural heart conditions can start affecting the kidney and even lead to kidney dysfunction.

Operating Hours of Dr Alp Burak Catakoglu

The doctor's operating hours are 6 days a week, 10 am to 7 pm. The doctor is known for quick treatment timeframe as he/she is skillful and efficient.

Popular Prcedures Performed by Dr Alp Burak Catakoglu

The popular interventional cardiology procedures performed by Dr. Alp Burak Catakoglu are as follows:

  • Angioplasty
  • Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
  • Pacemaker Implantation Surgery
  • EPS & RFA

To open blocked arteries, interventional cardiologists commonly perform procedures such as stent placement, angioplasty and atherectomy. The procedure to insert defibrillators and pacemakers to correct abnormal heart rhythms is also regularly performed.

Qualification

  • Kdz. Eregli Anatolian High School (1993)
  • IU Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, English Medicine Program (1993-1999)
  • University of London Georges Hospital, Internal Medicine Rotation, UK (1997)
  • Florence Nightingale Hospital, Department of Cardiology (1999-2004)

Work Experiences

  • Istanbul Bilim University, Department of Cardiology (2008-2012)
  • Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Department of Cardiology, Ankara (2009-2010)
  • Florence Nightingale Hospital, Department of Cardiology (1999-2012)

Certifications (3)

  • Course on Coronary Physiology and Clinical Use of FFR, France (2011)
  • TAVI Training, Switzerland (2011)
  • Bioabsorbable Vascular Scaffold Certification, France (2012)

Memberships (7)

  • Turkish Society of Cardiology
  • European Society of Cardiology
  • European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
  • European Bifurcation Club
  • European Atherosclerosis Society
  • Istanbul Interventional Cardiology Academy
  • Turkish Society of Cardiology Interventional Cardiology Working Group

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Procedures Performed

Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
Angioplasty
Arterial Switch Surgery
Ballon Valvuloplasty
Balloon mitral valvotomy
Cardiac catheterization
CRT - D
EPS & RFA
Impella
Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)
LV restoration surgery
Pacemaker Implantation Surgery
Ross procedure
Trans Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Alp Burak Catakoglu is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Alp Burak Catakoglu is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 20 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Interventional Cardiologist

In order to decipher your heart condition, interventional cardiologists prescribe or perform various diagnostic and screening tests. A1L1_FAQ_Interventional_Cardiologist Even in case of emergency heart situations such as a heart attack, you can go to this doctor. You must consult the doctor at once if you are faced with a heart condition otherwise situation may deteriorate further.

Let us have a look at the several tests that are usually recommended prior to and during consultation for an Interventional Cardiologist:

  • Myocardial Perfusion Imaging (MPI)
  • Cardiac Computed Tomography
  • Echocardiogram
  • Exercise Stress

It is important to get the tests done so that the doctor can decide upon the right treatment for you. The blood vessel and heart health become apparent after the test results come in.

When you exercise regularly, eat healthy, do not smoke or drink and keep a balanced lifestyle it leads to a healthy heart. Cardiovascular issues or structural defects in your heart can be treated with interventional cardiology techniques. Some heart conditions are treated by interventional cardiologists by non surgical procedures which are base d on using the catheter. This specialty of doctor can also be consulted if your visit to a cardiologist does give you the solution and additional work needs to be done.

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