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Dr. Ertan Yetkin

Dr. Ertan Yetkin

Cardiologist ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

26 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

Ertan Yetkin is currently available for hospital consultations. Explore online consultation options or book an in-person visit.

About Dr. Ertan Yetkin

Conditions treated by Dr Ertan Yetkin

Please find listed below the many conditions that Dr. Ertan Yetkin treats:

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

It is important to resolve structural heart conditions in a patient and this can be achieved through interventional procedures. Modern technology and world class equipments help the doctor ensure that the right treatment is provided to patients with these issues. A patient focused approach has driven doctors to find solutions such as these which must be followed with quality post procedural care.

Signs to look for before visiting Dr Ertan Yetkin

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

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

The most common symptoms seen in people with such heart conditions are chest pain and fatigue. A structural heart issue can lead to high blood pressure for prolonged periods of time. Further, if not treated in time structural heart conditions can start affecting the kidney and even lead to kidney dysfunction.

Operating Hours of Dr Ertan Yetkin

Six days a week, 10 am to 7 pm are the operating hours of the doctor. It speaks to the efficiency and skill of the interventional cardiologist that less time is taken to complete procedures.

Popular Prcedures Performed by Dr Ertan Yetkin

We bring to you the many popular interventional cardiology procedures done by Dr. Ertan Yetkin::

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

For a long time now, interventional cardiologists have used techniques such as placement of stent, angioplasty and atherectomy to open blocked arteries. In order to treat cardiac arrhythmia, defibrillators and pacemakers are inserted in the heart routinely by doctors.

Qualification

  • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Turkey High Specialized
  • Hospital Cardiology- Ankara - Specialization Education

Work Experiences

  • Department of Cardiology at Turkish High Specialized Hospital Ankara 1994 - 2001
  • Department of Cardiology at Inonu University Faculty of Medicine 2001 - 2006
  • Cardiovascular Research Institude of Maastrciht, Department of Cardiology, Maastricht, The Netharland 2006 - 2007
  • Department of Cardiology bolu 2007 - 2010
  • Private Mersin Middle East Hospital 2010 - 2015
  • Department of Cardiology at Private Mersin IMC Hospital Mersin 2015 - 2018
  • Private Mersin Yenisehir Hospital Mersin 2015 - 2018
  • Istinye University LIV hospital Bahcesehir Istanbul 2018 - 2019

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Procedures Performed

Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
Angioplasty
Balloon mitral valvotomy
Cardiac Ablation
Cardiac catheterization
Cervical Decompression
CRT - D
CRT - P
Dual Chamber Pacemaker
EPS & RFA
Impella
Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)
Left ventricular assist device (LVAD)
Pacemaker Implantation Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Ertan Yetkin 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. Ertan Yetkin is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 26 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Interventional Cardiologist

The interventional cardiologist either performs or prescribes you to get diagnostic and screening tests to find the reasons behind your prevailing heart issue. In addition to this the interventional cardiologists performs a wide variety of procedures to treat your cardiovascular and structural heart conditions. The doctors are also the go to specialist in case of cardiac emergencies such as a heart attack. Please make sure that you do not waste time or let your distress linger and consult the doctor when faced with pain or discomfort which indicates a heart condition.

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
  • Exercise Stress
  • Echocardiogram

The right treatment can be decided by the doctor basis the recommended tests and their results. The health of blood vessels and the heart or any structural defect becomes clear post the results.

Eating well, exercising regularly and a balanced lifestyle, no smoking or drinking ensures a healthy heart. Interventional cardiology techniques can help resolve the structural defects in your heart or cardiovascular issues if any. Interventional cardiologists treat heart conditions with catheter-based treatments which are non surgical. In case the usual changes in your diet and lifetsyle do not help then you can visit this specialty of doctor.

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