Dr. Hakan Altay - Popular Interventional Cardiologist

BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr Hakan Altay

Please find listed below the many conditions that Dr. Hakan Altay treats:

Cardiac Ischaemia
Valve Prolapse
Valve Regurgitation
Valve Damage
Coronary Artery Disease
Angina
Blocked Arteries
Bradycardia
Cardiac Arrhythmias
Tachycardia
Coronary Artery Blockage
Atherosclerosis

Structural heart diseases can be resolved through interventional procedures for the person to live a healthy and long life. These conditions can be easily resolved with the help of modern technology and world class equipments to assist the doctor. The right solution to these conditions must be followed up with the quality post procedural care as a sign of a patient focused approach.

Signs to look for before visiting Dr Hakan Altay

We bring to you the various symptoms and signs in patients having structural or non-coronary cardiovascular conditions:

Shortness of breathe
High Blood Pressure
Dizziness
Palpitations
Chest Pain

Few commonly experienced symptoms are chest pain and fatigue in patients with these heart conditions. If someone is suffering from high blood pressure for long time periods then it could be a sign of a structural issue of the heart. Kidney dysfunction is also the result of lingering structural heart issues in a patient.

Operating Hours of Dr Hakan Altay

It is from Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 7 pm that the doctor operates. It speaks to the efficiency and skill of the interventional cardiologist that less time is taken to complete procedures.

Popular Prcedures Performed by Dr Hakan Altay

Here is the list of the popular procedures that Dr. Hakan Altay performs::

Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
CABG - Redo
Angioplasty
Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
Heart Double Valve Replacement

Stent placement, angioplasty and atherectomy are a long sought after solution provided by interventional cardiologists to patients having blocked arteries. Cardiac arrhythmia or when electrical impulses are functioning improperly can be treated with a procedure that inserts defibrillators and pacemakers in the heart.

Qualification

1993 â 2000 School of Medicine (English), Hacettepe University

Past Experiences

2001 â 2006 Cardiology Residency, Turkish Medical Specialty Teaching and Research Hospital, Ankara
2007 â 2012 Faculty Member, Coronary Angiography Laboratory, Cardiac Imaging and Coronary Care Unit, Adana Hospital, Baskent University
2012 â 2013 Assistant Professor, Coronary Angiography Laboratory, Istanbul Health Practice and Research Center, Baskent University
2013 Associate Professor of Cardiology.
2013 Associate Professor, Coronary Angiography Laboratory, Istanbul Hospital, Baskent University
2013 â 2019 Associate Professor, Heart Failure Specialist, Radial Coronary Angiography, Coronary Stent Insertion (Radial), Istanbul Health Practice and Research Center, Baskent University
2019 â to date Professor, Heart Failure Specialist, Radial Coronary Angiography, Coronary Stent Insertion (Radial), Istanbul Health Practice and Research Center, Baskent Universit

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MEMBERSHIPS (3)

Member of Board, Heart Failure Study Group, Turkish Society of Cardiology (2 Terms)
ESC (European Society of Cardiology) HFA (Heart Failure Association) Heart Failure Specialists of Tomorrow (HOT) National Representative for Turkey
Fellow of HFA (Heart Failure Association)

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PROCEDURES

Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
Angioplasty
CABG - Redo
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
Heart Double Valve Replacement
Heart Port Surgery

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Hakan Altay have?

Dr. Hakan Altay is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.

Does Dr. Hakan Altay offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

How many years of experience does Dr. Hakan Altay have?

Dr. Hakan Altay is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 20 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Interventional Cardiologist

What does a Interventional Cardiologist do?

When you visit an interventional cardiologist, the doctor can prescribe or perform diagnostic and screening tests to get to the bottom of the issue. In addition to this the interventional cardiologists performs a wide variety of procedures to treat your cardiovascular and structural heart conditions. When faced with emergency cardiac conditions like heart attacks, the doctor can help manage it with their teams. Any distress or discomfort which indicates a heart condition must be dealt with immediately by consulting the doctor.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Interventional Cardiologist?

Here is the list of tests required before and during consultation for an Interventional Cardiologist:

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

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 should you go to see a Interventional Cardiologist?

When you exercise regularly, eat healthy, do not smoke or drink and keep a balanced lifestyle it leads to a healthy heart. Interventional cardiology techniques can help resolve the structural defects in your heart or cardiovascular issues if any. When heart issues are treated with catheter based procedures which do not involve surgery, then such procedures are done by Interventional cardiologists. If on your visit to the cardiologist you realise that the dietary and lifestyle changes are not enough they may refer you to this doctor.