Best Installing heart pacemaker cardiac surgeons in Turkey: TOP 26 doctors

• Dr. Mustafa Saglam specializes in heart pacemaker installation.
• Employs advanced methods such as leadless pacemakers, His-bundle pacing, and CRT devices.
• Trained internationally in pacemaker implantation techniques.
• Head of Cardiology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, with a focus on pacemaker procedures.
• Board Certified in Cardiology, ensuring expertise in pacemaker technology.
• Member of prestigious medical societies, keeping abreast of pacemaker advancements.
• Offers online consultations for pre- and post-pacemaker implantation care.
• Fluent in English and Turkish, facilitating clear communication with diverse patients.

• Dr. Kazim Besirli specializes in installing heart pacemakers with innovative techniques.
• Expertise in transvenous, leadless, and biventricular pacemaker implantation methods.
• International practice in countries like Turkey and various other global medical centers.
• Holds a professorship in Cardiovascular Surgery at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.
• Accredited in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery with extensive experience.
• Member of prestigious medical boards specializing in cardiovascular health.
• Offers consultations in English and Turkish for patients requiring pacemakers.

Prof. Emin Tireli, MD, is a leading pediatric cardiovascular surgeon. He has performed over 6,329 congenital cardiac surgeries since 1993. He is known worldwide for being one of the first to use the complex Nikaidoh procedure for transposition of the great arteries (TGA).

Dr. Tireli performs more than 100 neonatal cardiac surgeries each year. His expertise includes arterial switch operations, total pulmonary return anomalies, pulmonary banding, and Norwood procedures. He has used hybrid techniques in 15 cases. Dr. Tireli has also completed 30 reconstructions of aortic anomalies and many PDA ligations in extremely low birth weight infants. His work greatly supports neonatal care.

Biography

Associate Professor Koray Aykut is currently the cardiovascular surgeon of İzmir University. Previously, he was surgeon at Ege Hospital from 2008 to 2013. His specific teaching and research interests cover adult heart surgery and vascular surgery. He has authored 10 articles that are published in peer-review journals listed by SCI and SCI-e and 8 articles that are published in national journals.

Associate Professor Koray Aykut was graduated from Ege university in 1999 and completed residency of cardiovascular surgery in Dokuz Eylül University in 2005. He was cardiac surgeon in Kars State Hospital from 2005 to 2007 for compulsory service. He has been in Cyprus Army Hospital from 2007 to 2008 for his military service.

Medical Education

School of Medicine, Ege University 1993-1999

Medical Residency

Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Dokuz Eylül University 2000-2005

School of Medicine, Izmir Democracy University

Areas of Interest

Coronary Surgery

Heart valve surgery

Aortic Surgery

Surgical correction of Congenital Heart Diseases

Peripheral Artery Surgery

Venous Surgery

Closed Surgery for Aortic Diseases

Laser-aided Surgery

Membership

Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

Turkish National Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery

The European Society for Cardiovascular and Endovascular Surgery

Articles

Pulsative versus non-pulsative flow to reduce cognitive decline after coronary artery bypass surgery: A Randomized prospective clinical trial.

Advanced treatment of acute femoropopliteral bypass graft occlusion with Fogarty catheter guidance.

Efficacy and Safety of Bone Wax to Reduce Sternal Bleeding Following Coronary Bypass Surgery.

Effect of Tadalafil on Neointimal Hyperplasia in a Rabbit Carotid Artery Anastomosis model

Rupture of Tricuspid Valve due to Smashing the chest into the steering wheel.

The effect of iloprost on renal ischemia/reperfusion injury in an experimental rat  

Duties:

1985 – 1986 Istanbul University Cardiology Institute, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, General Practitioner

1986 – 1992, Istanbul University Cardiology Institute, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Assistant Professor

1993-2012 Vehbi Koç Vakfı Amerikan Hastanesi (Hospital), Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Specialist Physician

2012-2017 İstanbul Medipol University, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Assistant Professor

2017 – 2019 İstinye University LIV Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Assoc. Prof.

2019 – 2024, Freelance Consultant Physician

2024 – Today, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Assoc. Prof.

Memberships in Scientific Organizations:

• Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• Turkish Society of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery
• Turkish Society of Cardiology

Experiences

Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine 2007-2013

Ondokuz Mayis University, Faculty of Medicine 2014-2022

Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Cardiology Institute 2022

Schools / Trainings

Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine, L11an1 2001-2007

Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, Specialization 2007-2013

Aortic Dilation (Aneurysm)

Heart Valve Problems

Aortic Dissection

Coronary Artery Disease

Carotid Artery Occlusion (Carotid Stenosis)

Varicose Veins

Peripheral Vascular Disease

Aortic Insufficiency

Aortic Valve Diseases

Mitral Insufficiency

Mitral Valve Problem

Mitral Stenosis

Varicose Ulcer

Diabetic Foot

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Raynaud's Disease

Rheumatic Heart Disease

Ischemic Heart Disease

Heart Pain

Leg Artery Occlusion

Capillary Rupture

Heart Failure

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

Aortic Arch Aneurysm

Ascending Aortic Aneurysm

Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm

Carotid

In 2007, I graduated from Trakya University, Faculty of Medicine and received the title of “Medical Doctor”. In the same year, as a result of the TUS exam I took, I started my specialization training at Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery.

During my specialization training, in 2010, I worked as a guest doctor at “Lenox Hill Hospital, Aortic Wellness Center” in New York, USA, on aortic valve-preserving surgery, aortic root surgery, aortic arch surgery, thoracoabdominal aortic surgery and robotic heart surgery.

In 2013, I worked as a “fellow” at the “Landeskrankenhaus Salzburg, Paracelsus Universitätsklinik für Gefäßchirurgie und endovaskuläre Chirurgie” clinic in Salzburg, Austria, and conducted studies on endovascular and advanced vascular surgery techniques.

In 2013, I worked as a visiting physician at the “Vita-Salute University, Scientific Institute, Ospedale San Raffaele, dipartimento di chirurgia vascolare ed endovascolare” clinic in Milan, Italy, on endovascular techniques, advanced vascular techniques and surgical treatment of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms.

In 2013, I completed my assistant training and earned the title of “Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist”.

As of 2014, I started working as a “Specialist Doctor” at the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Ondokuz Mayıs University.

In 2016, I received the title of “Assistant Professor Doctor”. In the same year, I received the “Certificate of Proficiency” issued by the “Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Qualification Board”.

In 2017, I worked as a visiting doctor for 3 months at the “Landeskrankenhaus Nürnberg, Paracelsus Universitätsklinik für Gefäßchirurgie und endovaskuläre Chirurgie” clinic in Nuremberg, Germany, on advanced endovascular (FEVAR, BEVAR, CHEVAR, EVAR, TEVAR) techniques in aortic diseases.

I received the title of “Associate Professor” in 2019. I am fluent in English.

I have been working at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Cardiology Institute, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery since 2022

Personal information

Title: Professor Doctor

Branch: Pulmonary Diseases

Work History:

1  Ilıca Health Center \ Health Center Physician (Compulsory Service)

2   Florence Nightingale Hospital

3   Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic (OLV) Aalst Belgium

4   Istanbul Bilim University (Assistant Professor)

5   Florence Nightingale Hospital (Associate Professor)

6   Istanbul Bilim University (Professor)

Medical Specialties and Subspecialties:

1   Minimally invasive heart surgery

2   Aortic surgery

3   Cover Repairs

4   Arrhythmia Surgery

Special advanced health technologies:

1   Robotic heart surgery (Da Vinci Robotic Sy)

2   Port Access Surgery

Education

1991 - Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine

1998 - Istanbul University Cardiology Institute (Specialization)

Education and Expertise

EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Treatment Methods

Aortic Surgery

Heart Valve Surgery

Coronary Surgery

Venous Surgery

Experience

Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine

Professional Memberships

Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

National Society for Vascular Surgery

Articles

Relationship Between Extracorporeal Perfusion Pattern and Ischemic Brain Lesions

Inhibitory effect of adenosine on intimal hyperplasia and proliferation of smooth muscle cells in a carotid arterial anastomosis animal model.

A mandatory modification in extracorporeal biventricular assist device implantation: intercostal tunnel application

Education and Specialization

• 1989 - 1995 Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – Specialization
• 2006 - Associate Professorship, Başkent University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 1995 - 1996 - Assistant Doctor, Emergency Department, Ardahan State Hospital
• 1996 - 1997 - Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine
• 1997 - 2002 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• 2002 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• 2003 - 2007 - Başkent University Konya Research and Application Center
• 2007 - 2012 - Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• 2012 - 2017 - Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• 2013 - 2014 - Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab, Rochester, MN, USA
• 2017 - 2020 - ASV Yaşam Hospital
• 2020 - 2021 - Antalya Anadolu Hospital

Education and Specialization

• 1989 - 1995 Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – Specialization
• 2006 - Associate Professorship, Başkent University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

• 1995 - 1996 - Assistant Doctor, Emergency Department, Ardahan State Hospital
• 1996 - 1997 - Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine
• 1997 - 2002 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• 2002 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• 2003 - 2007 - Başkent University Konya Research and Application Center
• 2007 - 2012 - Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• 2012 - 2017 - Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
• 2013 - 2014 - Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Lab, Rochester, MN, USA
• 2017 - 2020 - ASV Yaşam Hospital
• 2020 - 2021 - Antalya Anadolu Hospital

Education:

• Higher Education (6 Years): Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, 2001
• Specialization in Medicine: Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2007
   

Experience:

• Faculty of Medicine, University of Rostock, Department of Cardiac Surgery - Research Assistant, August 2007 - August 2008
• King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, King Faisal Heart Institute - Fellow, August 2008 - October 2008
• Private Göztepe Şafak Hospital, October 2008 - April 2009
• Private Esnaf Hospital, May 2009 - March 2010
• Düzce Atatürk State Hospital, March 2010 - September 2011
• Private Anadolu Medical Center Hospital, October 2011 - June 2013
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, July 2013 - December 2018
• Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine, January 2019 - April 2023
• Biruni University Faculty of Medicine, April 2023 - Present
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• Professor: December 18, 2020
• Associate Professor: April 16, 2015-December 18, 2020
• Specialist Doctor: November 2009- April 16, 2015
• Research assistant: June 2002 - July 2007
• Faculty of Medicine: Marmara University - English (1995-2001)[Diploma Grade: 75/100] - Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.

Awards:

Second best oral presentation award: Didem Melis Öztaş, Mert Meriç, Metin Onur Beyaz, Mehmet Akif Onalan, Shiraslan Bakhshaliyev, Kıvılcım Sönmez, Kerem Oter, Sedat Ziyade, Beyhan Ömer, Ufuk Alpagut, Murat Uğurlucan. Investigation of the Effect of Erythropoietin on Cell Levels in Cardiovascular Tissue in Diabetic Rats. 19th National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Congress, Kyrenia, Cyprus, October 26-29, 2019.

Specializes in cardiovascular disorders. Uses advanced diagnostic methods.

Professor Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a respected Pediatric Cardiologist known for his skill in advanced heart procedures. He became an Associate Professor in 2011. In 2017, he was promoted to Professor. This shows his expertise and leadership in pediatric cardiology. Dr. Zeybek has performed many complex surgeries, such as heart valve replacements, open heart operations, and interventional procedures. His work has helped improve outcomes for children with heart conditions.

He has published many scientific articles and given several presentations. This shows his dedication to improving pediatric heart care. Dr. Zeybek’s qualifications and academic success make him a leading expert in his field.

Dr. Ahmet Yavuz Balci is an experienced Orthopedic Surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats injuries of the bones, ligaments, joints, and tendons. He is skilled in advanced orthopedic procedures. These include knee arthroscopy, ankle fusion surgery, ACL reconstruction, carpal tunnel release, and meniscus repair.

Dr. Balci has performed many complex surgeries with excellent patient outcomes. He holds accreditation from top medical boards. He uses minimally invasive techniques to support faster recovery. Dr. Balci is known for his dedication to high standards in orthopedic care in Turkey.

Education:

1996 to 2002 Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine
2002 to 2008 Kartal Koşuyolu Education and Research Hospital - Cardiology Clinic
2008 to 2010 Cardiology Clinic Specialist GATA Haydarpaşa Education Hospital- Cardiology Clinic Specialist
2010 to 2013 Cardiology Clinic Specialist Medical Park Hospitals, Cardiology, Cath Lab. Istanbul 
2013 Assistant Professor BAU faculty of medicine-Cardiology department-Cath Lab 

2014 Associated Professor BAU faculty of medicine-Cardiology department-Cath Lab 
2019 Professor BAU faculty of medicine-Cardiology department-Cath Lab 


AREAS OF INTEREST

• Angiography

• Peripheral arterial interventions

• Carotid

• Aortic surgery

• Heart battery

• Electrophysiology

• Heart valve diseases

Scientific Memberships:

-Turkish Medical Association

-Turkish Society of Cardiology

-European Society of Cardiology (ESC)

-European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI)

Professional skills and experiences:

1. Percutaneous coronary interventions –All complex (Stenting, Left main, bifurcation, Multivessel, CTO, atherectomy, FFR, IVUS, IVL, Radial, sapheneous etc., )

2. Structural heart disease (Percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty, Trancatheter aortic valve implantation-TAVI, Valve-in-Valve TAVI, Mitral tricuspid valves percutaneous interventions, Alcohol septal ablation, prosthesis valve paravalvular leakage closure)

3. Congenital heart disease (Percutaneous ASD, VSD , PDA, PFO closure, aortic coarctation balloon stenting, Pulmonary balloon valvuloplasty, AV fistula coiling)

4. Endovascular Interventions (Aneurysms intervention: EVAR-TEVAR, Type III aortic dissection intervention)

5. Peripheral artery disease—All complex, (Carotid, subclavian, Aortic, Ilıac, Femoral, popliteal, infra-popliteal): Balloon, stenting, atherectomy, IVL, coiling, graft stent etc.

6. Device therapy: Permenant pace-maker, Internal Cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), subcutaneous ICD, BIV pacing for HEART FAİLURE (CRT-D), CCM Optimizer for Heart failure

7. Electrophysiology: Ablation, EPS ( AF, SVT, VT, Pre-excitation)

8. Pulmonary embolism therapy: Deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism interventions (percutaneous thrombectomy, VCI filter)

Dr. Ilker Kiris is a cardiovascular surgeon with expertise in phlebology and aesthetic phlebology. He earned his Master of Science from Dokuz Eylül University in 1995. He completed his cardiovascular surgery residency at Süleyman Demirel University in 2002. In 2011, he became an associate professor after passing national board and proficiency exams.

Dr. Kiris is a member of the European Society of Vascular Surgery and the American Venous Forum. He has published scientific papers and supervised clinical research. In 2007, he received the First Prize for oral presentation at the 3rd Annual Congress of Update in Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery.

He has trained internationally, including at Oxford University. Dr. Kiris often speaks and trains at major phlebology congresses. He is known for his skills in vascular surgery and minimally invasive vein treatments.

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