
Cardiovascular Surgeon ·
Medical Park Goztepe Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
36 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English, Turkish
Specialises in:

Biruni University Hospital, Turkey, Istanbul
Cardiovascular Surgeon • 25+ of experience
Turkish EnglishProf. Ugursay Kiziltepe, Medical Education – Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye (1984–1990), is a Cardiovascular Surgeon associated with Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 25+ years of professional experience. Prof. Ugursay Kiziltepe areas of expertise include Aortic Aneurysms, Aortic Arch Aneurysmal Diseases, Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysms, Aortic Dissections, Type A Aortic Dissection. The doctor also offers teleconsultation services at a fee of USD 350 per consultation.
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Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital, Turkey, Istanbul
Cardiac enterologist • 32 years experience
Turkish & EnglishRiza Turkoz, 2011 Medical Specialization Board Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 32 years of professional experience. Riza Turkoz areas of expertise include False.
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Memorial Ankara Hospital, Turkey, Ankara
Cardiac enterologist • 30 years experience
Turkish & EnglishCem Yorgancioglu, Professor, Hacettepe University, 2006, Ankara,Turkey, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has 30 years of professional experience. Cem Yorgancioglu areas of expertise include False.
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Memorial Sisli Hospital, Turkey, Istanbul
Cardiac enterologist • 29 years experience
Turkish & EnglishNaci Erciyes Yagan, Chest and Cardiovacular Surgery Specialisation Training, Istanbul University Istanbul medical faculty, 1982 - 1990, İstanbul, Turkey, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Sisli, Turkey. The doctor has 29 years of professional experience. Naci Erciyes Yagan areas of expertise include False.
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Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Turkey, Istanbul
Cardiac enterologist • 29 years experience
Turkish & EnglishAli Fedakar, Undergraduate, Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine , is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 29 years of professional experience. Ali Fedakar areas of expertise include False.
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Memorial Atasehir Hospital, Turkey, Istanbul
Cardiac enterologist • 26 years experience
Turkish & EnglishMehmet Fikri Yapici, Cardiovascular Specialisation Training, Turkiye Yuksek Ihtisas Hospital, 1990 - 1992, Istanbul,Turkey, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 26 years of professional experience. Mehmet Fikri Yapici areas of expertise include False.
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Bayindir Healthcare Group, Turkey, Ankara
Cardiologist • 22 years experience
English TurkishTimur Timurkaynak, University Hacettepe, University Faculty of Medicine , is a Interventional Cardiologist based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 22 years of professional experience. Timur Timurkaynak areas of expertise include Valve Prolapse, Ventricular Septal Defect, Bradycardia, Atherosclerosis, Angina.
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Medicana Bursa Hospital, Turkey, Bursa
Cardiac enterologist • 18 years experience
Turkish & EnglishElif Ceylan Uyanik, Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has 18 years of professional experience. Elif Ceylan Uyanik areas of expertise include False.
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Memorial Antalya Hospital, Turkey, Antalya
Cardiac enterologist • 20 years experience
Turkish & EnglishIsa Coskun, 2014, Associate Professor, Ege University Faculty of Medicine, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. Isa Coskun areas of expertise include False.
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Acibadem Altunizade Hospital, Turkey, Istanbul
Cardiac enterologist • 17 years experience
Turkish & EnglishMert Dumantepe, 2016 - Observertional Fellowship at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in the field of Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Assist., is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 17 years of professional experience. Mert Dumantepe areas of expertise include False.
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Medical Park Goztepe Hospital, Turkey, Istanbul
Cardiac enterologist • 30 years experience
Turkish & EnglishAhmet Hakan Gercekoglu, Cukurova Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 30 years of professional experience. Ahmet Hakan Gercekoglu areas of expertise include False.
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VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital, Turkey, Samsun
Cardiac enterologist • 32 years experience
Turkish & EnglishMehmet Ozkan, 1987 - Faculty of Medicine Ankara University - M.Sc. , is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has 32 years of professional experience. Mehmet Ozkan areas of expertise include False.
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Medical Park Elazig Hospital, Turkey, Elazig
Cardiac enterologist • 20 years experience
Turkish & EnglishMehmet Ugur Es, Medical Education - Ege University Faculty of Medicine Istanbul , is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Elazig, Turkey. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. Mehmet Ugur Es areas of expertise include False.
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Medical Park Gebze Hospital, Turkey, Kocaeli
Cardiac enterologist • 21 years experience
Ahmet Hakan Vural, Medical Education - Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, 1992, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Kocaeli, Turkey. The doctor has 21 years of professional experience. Ahmet Hakan Vural areas of expertise include False.
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Please make sure to see your doctor using Telemedicine before you even board a flight
Absolutely, many Turkish hospitals are equipped with cutting-edge cardiovascular technology for AVR and MVR procedures. This includes advanced robotic-assisted surgeries, real-time 3D transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and transcatheter options like TAVI/TMVR. They also utilize minimally invasive valve replacement methods and have hybrid operating rooms. Plus, these hospitals often achieve international standards, such as JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation.
Yes, Turkish cardiothoracic surgeons undergo rigorous training in both open and minimally invasive aortic and mitral valve replacement procedures, including complex cases and redo surgeries. Many of them also gain experience overseas, particularly in the USA and Europe, and they follow the guidelines set by the European Society of Cardiology and the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association.
Patients dealing with severe valve disease and showing symptoms like these might need to consider valve replacement.
Replacing the valve can lead to significant improvements in symptoms and heart function. When performed by experienced teams and followed up with proper care, this procedure can boost survival rates and enhance quality of life. It can also help restore normal blood flow and prevent complications, even if it doesn't completely "cure" patients with severe heart disease.
Turkey stands out as a center for advanced cardiac surgeries, such as mechanical and biological valve replacements, TAVI, and redo valve operations. The hospitals there provide comprehensive cardiac care, staffed by highly skilled teams, all at competitive prices. This makes Turkey an attractive choice for international patients looking for both quality and value.
Yes, You can connect with a cardiac surgeon online through MediGence before making your trip to Turkey. They provide virtual consultations and second opinion services with leading cardiovascular experts from JCI-accredited hospitals. Scheduling an online appointment is a breeze on the MediGence platform. Plus, if you want to check out patient reviews, just head over to the surgeon’s profile on MediGence. There, you’ll find verified testimonials, success stories, ratings, and all the details about their experience and qualifications.
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In Turkey, after undergoing AVR/MVR surgeries, patients usually spend about 7 to 10 days in the hospital. This includes a stay of 2 to 3 days in the intensive care unit. The full recovery process can take anywhere from 6 to 10 weeks, depending on whether the surgery was open or minimally invasive. During this time, patients participate in cardiac rehabilitation, keep up with their medications (especially if they have a mechanical valve), and gradually get back to their normal activities, all while being closely monitored by their healthcare team.