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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr Mehmet Fatih Karakas

Please find listed below the many conditions that Dr. Mehmet Fatih Karakas treats:

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

Structural heart diseases can be resolved through interventional procedures for the person to live a healthy and long life. Patients with these heart conditions can be provided with best treatment with the assistance of modern technology and world class equipments. 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 Mehmet Fatih Karakas

Signs and symptoms with patients having structural or non-coronary cardiovascular diseases are as follows:

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

Chest pain and fatigue are some of the most common symptoms that people with such heart conditions show. A structural heart issue can lead to high blood pressure for prolonged periods of time. Kidney dysfunction is also the result of lingering structural heart issues in a patient.

Operating Hours of Dr Mehmet Fatih Karakas

It is from Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 7 pm that the doctor operates. The patient reviews of the doctor make it clear that this is a skillful and efficient interventional cardiologist.`

Popular Prcedures Performed by Dr Mehmet Fatih Karakas

Dr. Mehmet Fatih Karakas performs numerous popular interventional cardiology procedures as mentioned here::

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

To open blocked arteries, interventional cardiologists commonly perform procedures such as stent placement, angioplasty and atherectomy. Cardiac arrhythmia or when electrical impulses are functioning improperly can be treated with a procedure that inserts defibrillators and pacemakers in the heart.

Qualification

  • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
  • Ankara Ataturk Training and Research Hospital

Past Experiences

  • Ankara Ataturk Training and Research Hospital
  • Ankara Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Hospital
  • Bogazliyan State Hospital
  • Mustafa Kemal University- Department of Cardiology
  • Johns Hopkins University Cardiovascular Institute
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

  • Articles Published in National and International Journals
  • Flying saucer located at the basal septum.
  • Isolated pulmonic valve endocarditis in an adult patient with ventricular septal defect and infundibular pulmonary stenosis.
  • Acute coronary syndrome due to complete bare metal stent fracture in the right coronary artery.

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Mehmet Fatih Karakas have?
Dr. Mehmet Fatih Karakas is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Ordu, Turkey.
Does Dr. Mehmet Fatih Karakas offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Mehmet Fatih Karakas have?
Dr. Mehmet Fatih Karakas is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 16 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Interventional Cardiologist

What does a Interventional Cardiologist do?

In order to decipher your heart condition, interventional cardiologists prescribe or perform various diagnostic and screening tests. A1L1_FAQ_Interventional_Cardiologist When faced with emergency cardiac conditions like heart attacks, the doctor can help manage it with their teams. You must consult the doctor at once if you are faced with a heart condition otherwise situation may deteriorate further.

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

We have outlined for you the several tests that are important before and during consultation with an Interventional Cardiologist:

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

The tests so performed help the doctor in deciding upon the right course of action regards the treatment. 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. Structural defects in your heart or cardiovascular issues may still crop up and interventional cardiology techniques can be the solution. When heart issues are treated with catheter based procedures which do not involve surgery, then such procedures are done by Interventional cardiologists. In case the usual changes in your diet and lifetsyle do not help then you can visit this specialty of doctor.