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Dr. Nazan Kanal

Dr. Nazan Kanal

Cardiologist ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

30 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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

About Dr. Nazan Kanal

Conditions treated by Dr Nazan Kanal

Dr. Nazan Kanal treats a number of conditions such as the ones listed here for you:

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

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. 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 Nazan Kanal

Please see symptoms present in patients with non-coronary cardiovascular or structural diseases:

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

Fatigue and chest pain are a sign that the person needs immediate solution to their heart condition. A continuous high blood pressure should be monitored regularly and is usually a sign of a structural issue in the heart. Structural heart issues can start putting stress on your kidneys and kidney dysfunction is a possibility.

Operating Hours of Dr Nazan Kanal

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 Nazan Kanal

Dr. Nazan Kanal performs numerous popular interventional cardiology procedures as mentioned here::

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

To open blocked arteries, interventional cardiologists commonly perform procedures such as stent placement, angioplasty and atherectomy. In order to resolve the issue of abnormal heart rhythms another very common procedure that is performed is the insertion of the pacemaker and defibrillator.

Qualification

  • Education - Fatih Girls High School, 1988
  • Medical Education - Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty, 1994
  • Specialization - Istanbul University Cardiology Institute Cardiology, 1999

Work Experiences

  • 2001 - 2002 - Istanbul Memorial Hospital
  • 2000 - 2001 - Istanbul Cardiology Hospital
  • 2000 - 2000 - Dogan Hospital
  • 1999 - 2000 - Tradesman Hospital
  • 1997 - 2000 - International Hospital / Coronary Intensive Care and Emergency Room
  • 1995 - 1996 - Florance Nightingale Hospital

Memberships (1)

  • Turkish Cardiology Association

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Procedures Performed

Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
Angioplasty
Arterial Switch Surgery
Ballon Valvuloplasty
Balloon mitral valvotomy
Cardiac Ablation
Cardiac catheterization
CRT - D
CRT - P
Dual Chamber Pacemaker
EPS & RFA
Glenn procedure
Impella
Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)
Left ventricular assist device (LVAD)
LV restoration surgery
Pacemaker Implantation Surgery
Pulmonary Valve Replacement
Ross procedure
Trans Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) Surgery
Transarterial Radioembolization- TARE

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Nazan Kanal 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. Nazan Kanal is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 25 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Interventional Cardiologist

Diagnostic and screening tests are prescribed or performed by interventional cardiologists to find the right solution for your heart condition. To resolve structural and cardiovascular heart conditions in a patient, the interventional cardiologists perform several procedures. 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:

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

It is important to get the tests done so that the doctor can decide upon the right treatment for you. If you wish to know how healthy your heart and blood vessels are it makes sense to get them done.

A balanced lifestyle including a healthy diet, exercise, not smoking or drinking helps in keeping your heart healthy. 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.

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