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Dr. Omer Yiginer

Cardiologist

, Kocaeli, Turkey

28 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Omer Yiginer is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kocaeli, Turkey. The doctor has over 28 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Gebze Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • GATA Medical School - Medical Education
  • Gumussuyu Asker Hastanesi - Specialization
  • GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital - Associate Professor

Hospital Address :

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What is the medical expertise of Dr Omer Yiginer?

  • Dr Omer Yiginer is a renowned interventional cardiologist with more than 28 years of experience. His areas of expertise include coronary angiography (wrist and inguinal angiography), stent placement, transcatheter aortic valve implantation, carotid stenting procedure, pacemaker implantation, and diagnosis and treatment of hypertension.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Yiginer has published more than 130 research papers in reputed national and international journals. Some of his publications are:
    1. Pulmonary Arterial Hemodynamic Assessment by a Novel Index in Systemic Sclerosis Patients: Pulmonary Pulse Transit Time. Lung. 2018 Apr;196(2):173-178.
    2. A complementary index for quantification of cardiac electrical dispersion: transmural dispersion of repolarization. Anatol J Cardiol. 2015 Mar;15(3):261.
    3. Corrected QT interval and corrected QT interval dispersion are worthwhile when interpreted with other repolarization measurements. Braz J Anesthesiol. 2016 Nov-Dec;66(6):665.
  • He is associated with the Turkish Medical Association.
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Dr. Ahmet Doksoz

Cardiologist

, Kocaeli, Turkey

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Ahmet Doksoz is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kocaeli, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Gebze Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ahmet Doksoz is part of:

  • Turkish Cardiology Association
  • TKD Interventional Cardiology Working Group

Qualifications :

  • Medical Education - Eylul University School of Medicine
  • Specialization - University Faculty of Medicine - Cardiology Department

Hospital Address :

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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Interventional Cardiologists from other cities?
Which are some of the best hospitals Interventional Cardiologists in Kocaeli, Turkey are associated with?

Given below are some of the most popular hospitals in Kocaeli, Turkey where Interventional Cardiologists work:

Which are some of the procedures performed by Interventional Cardiologists in Kocaeli, Turkey?
Which are some of the conditions treated by Interventional Cardiologist in Kocaeli, Turkey?

Listed below are some of the most common conditions performed by interventional cardiologists in Kocaeli, Turkey are:

  • Tachycardia
  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Bradycardia
  • Blocked Arteries
  • Angina
  • Patent Foramen Ovale
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Atrial Septal Defect
What are the qualifications of an Interventional Cardiologist?

Board certification should be one of the first priorities when choosing an interventional cardiologist. A doctor might practice interventional cardiology without being board certified in the specialty. But, training, education, experience, and certification establish the doctor’s level of competence. A board certification reflects that a doctor has completed a training program and cleared an exam demonstrating their expertise in interventional cardiology.

The general steps for interventional cardiologists include:

  • Graduation from medical school to obtain MBBS degree followed by post graduation in (MD) or osteopathic medicine (DO)
  • Certification exam and residency training in internal medicine
  • Additional certification exams and training in both interventional cardiology and cardiology.
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist treat?

Interventional cardiologists diagnose and treat conditions of the heart and blood vessels, including:

  • Angina (chest pain)
  • Arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm)
  • Cardiomyopathy (weakening or enlargement of the heart muscle)
  • Congenital heart defects including patent foramen ovale and atrial septal defect
  • Heart attack (myocardial infarction)
  • Heart failure
  • Abnormalities of the valves, heart valve disorders
  • Myocarditis or heart inflammation
What diagnostic tests are required by an Interventional Cardiologist?

An interventional cardiologist can order a wide variety of diagnostic and screening tests, such as:

  • General health tests like complete blood count (CBC), chest X-ray, urinalysis, blood glucose test, liver and kidney function tests, thyroid hormone tests, cholesterol panel, and blood pressure screening
  • EKG (ECG or electrocardiogram) to record your heart rhythm
  • Echocardiogram (or ultrasound) to assess the heart structure and function
  • Cardiac stress tests to check if the heart has a decreased blood supply because of coronary heart disease
  • Cardiac enzyme tests to find out if the heart is damaged
When should you visit an Interventional Cardiologist?

Interventional cardiologists take care of patients experiencing the following symptoms:

  • Chest pain, which can move into the arms, shoulders, neck, or jaw
  • Dizziness
  • Palpitations or feeling like the heart is racing
  • Shortness of breath
  • Passing out
  • High blood pressure
What can you expect from your first visit with an Interventional Cardiologist?

Your first visit to an interventional cardiologist will involve a check of your vitals, which is a non-invasive method to measure your heart’s electrical activity. Also, the clinical staff will note all details about your family and health history that a cardiologist or heart specialist should know.

The cardiologist will examine your heart health and might suggest some tests that can include urine or blood tests, an electrocardiogram (EKG), an PET, MRI, or CT scan, or a stress test. An interventional cardiologist can diagnose any existing condition and determine future risks. They will also help create a routine that benefits your overall heart health and reduces your risk of developing heart conditions.

Which are the most common procedures performed by an Interventional Cardiologist?
  • Treatments for arteries (angioplasty and stenting)
  • Hybrid coronary revascularization
  • Balloon aortic valvuloplasty
  • Balloon mitral valvuloplasty
  • Percutaneous coronary intervention
  • Transcatheter aortic valve replacement
  • Transcatheter mitral valve repair
  • Complex coronary intervention
  • Heart defect repair
  • Atrial septal defect closure
  • Patent foramen ovale closure
  • Left atrial appendage closure
  • Reduction of stroke risk
  • Heart valve repair or replacement
  • EPS & RFA
  • Heart Port Surgery

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