Cardiology
Fields of Study and Interests
• Diagnosis and Treatment of Ischemic Heart Diseases
• Diagnosis and Treatment of Peripheral Artery Diseases
• Hypertension
• Hyperlipidemia
Education
• Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine Cardiology Specialization Training 2011,
Istanbul/Turkey
• Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine Medical Doctor Education 2006,
Istanbul/Turkey
Career
• Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Medicine 2013-2019, Istanbul/Turkey
• Sanliurfa Mehmet Akif Inan E.A.H 2011-2013, Şanlıurfa/Turkey
• Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine 2006-2011, Istanbul/Turkey
Publications: Doğan A, Özdemir B, Bal H, Özdemir E, Kurtoğlu N.Ticagrelor-associated thrombotic
thrombocytopenic purpura.Anatol J Cardiol. 2017 Jan;17(1):73-74
Read moreDr. Naresh Kumar Biyani is a highly experienced Pediatric Neurosurgeon with 16+ years of experience, specializing in the management of Hydrocephalus Treatment, Spinal Dysraphism, Tethered Cord Syndrome, Cranial Dysraphism, Pediatric Neuro-Oncology, Epilepsy Surgery, and Microneurosurgery. He is a member of National Academy of Medical Sciences Neurological Society of India and Maharashtra Medical Council, with qualifications including M.B.B.S, M.S (General Surgery), D.N.B (General Surgery), M.Ch (Neuro–Surgery), D.N.B (Neuro–Surgery), and M.N.A.M.S. He has 30+ scientific publications and chapters in books, and is a celebrated speaker at national conferences.
Read moreCardiology
Fields of Study and Interests
• Interventional Cardiology
• Peripheral Artery Diseases
• Heart Valve Diseases
• Hypertension
• hyperlipidemia
• Heart failure
• Leg Vascular Diseases
Education
• Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology /Cardiology Specialization Training 2010,
Istanbul/Turkey
• Uludag University Faculty of Medicine /Medical Doctor Education 2005, Bursa/Turkey
Career
• Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa Institute of Cardiology 2012-2021, Istanbul/Turkey
• Adıyaman 82nd Year State Hospital 2010-2012, Adıyaman/Turkey
Publications: Abacı Okay, Özkan Alev, Kocas Cüneyt, Çetinkal Gökhan, Karaca Osman Sükrü,
Baydar Onur, Kaya Aysem, Gürmen Azız Tevfik (2015). Impact of Rosuvastatin on Contrast-
Induced Acute Kidney Injury in Patients at High Risk for Nephropathy Undergoing Elective
Angiography. The American Journal of Cardiology, 115(7), 867-871., Doi:
10.1016/j.amjcard.2015.01.007
Read moreFields of Study and Interests
• Interventional Cardiology
• Chronic Total Occlusion (Completely occluded heart vessel)
• Complex coronary interventions
• Heart Valve Diseases
• TAVI
• Hypertension
• hyperlipidemia
• Heart failure
Education
• Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Cardiology Institute/Cardiology Specialization Training 2010,
Istanbul /Turkey
• Selcuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine/Medical Doctor Education 2005, Konya/Turkey
Career
• Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa Institute of Cardiology 2012-2021, Istanbul/Turkey
• Siverek State Hospital (Compulsory Service) 2011-2012, Şanlıurfa/Turkey
• Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology 2005-2010, Istanbul/Turkey
Publications: Uzunhasan I, Yildiz A, Arslan S, Abaci O, Kocas C, Kocas BB, Cetinkal G, Dalgic Y,
Karaca OS, Dogan SM. Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury Is Associated With Long-Term
Adverse Events in Patients With Acute Coronary syndrome. angiology 2017
Read moreDr. Bella Koifman is a highly experienced and qualified cardiologist, specializing in the study and treatment of various types of heart disorders. She has extensive experience in research and clinical practice, and is currently the Head of the Department of Echocardiography of the Department of Cardiology at Hospital Ichilov in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Read moreDr. Kramer Amir is a leading cardiac surgeon with more than 30 years of experience. He focuses on heart valve replacement, coronary artery bypass grafting, and aortic aneurysm surgery. He has performed thousands of successful operations.
Dr. Amir is ranked among the top five cardiac surgeons in Israel by Maariv newspaper. He earned his MD from the Second Moscow Medical School and also holds a PhD. He completed advanced training at top international centers. Dr. Amir is a member of the Israel Doctors Association and the Doctors Council of Israel.
Read moreDr. Arbel Yaron is a senior interventional cardiologist with over 15 years of experience. He specializes in coronary and structural heart diseases. His expertise includes treating complex valve disorders. Dr. Yaron performs advanced procedures such as endovenous radiofrequency ablation (EVRF), coronary artery stenting, and pacemaker implantation.
He has published more than 200 articles in leading international journals. This highlights his strong role in clinical research. Dr. Yaron graduated with distinction in cardiology and internal medicine from Tel Aviv Medical Center. He holds board certifications in both fields. He is an active member of the European Cardiology Federation and the American College of Cardiology.
Read moreDr. Finkelshtein Arik is an experienced interventional cardiologist. He specializes in complex heart procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting, aortic aneurysm surgery, and transcatheter aortic valve implantation. He is known for his research on high-risk patients with severe aortic stenosis. Dr. Arik has also introduced advanced technology in aortic valve replacement.
He has performed over 100 successful catheterizations using new aortic valve replacement methods. These techniques provide minimally invasive options instead of open-heart surgery and improve patient recovery. Dr. Arik is a member of the Israel Medical Association, the Israel Heart Society, and the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI).
Read moreEducation and Experience
2019 – Present
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Cardiology Department
2019
Germany Lübeck Hospital Arrhythmia Clinic
Electrophysiology Training
2018
Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
Associate Professor, Department of Cardiology
2017
TC. Ministry of Health Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Ankara
Electrophysiology Training
2015
Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
Assistant Professor
2013
Cleveland Clinic, United States
Observant Doctor
2013
TC. Ministry of Health Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Ankara
Specialization
2008
Selçuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine
Medical Education
Memberships
Turkish Cardiology Association, Member
European Society of Cardiology
European Arrhythmia Association (EHRA)
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He studied at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.
He completed his medical education in 2010. He worked as a General Practitioner in Van’s Özalp district due to the state service obligation between 2010 and 2011.
Between 2011 and 2016, Doctor Mehmet completed his specialization in Cardiology at Cumhuriyet University in Cardiology Department.
He worked as a Specialist Doctor in the Erciş District of Van due to the State Service Obligation in the years 2016-2018. Dr. Maraseli Has been working as a Specialist Doctor at Avicenna International Hospital since August 2018.
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Experienced cardiac surgeonspecializing in varicoseveins, coronary bypasssurgery, heart valve diseases, aortic aneurysms, heart aneurysms, and TAVI procedures.
Dedicated to providing high-quality care and innovative surgical solutions to patients.
2022 : Professorship, Istanbul Arel University
2015 : Associate Professorship, Şişli Memorial Hospital
1997-2002: Residency in Cardiovascular Surgery,Florence Nightingale Hospital/ Kadir Has University 1989-1995 : Medical Degree, Hacettepe University Medical Faculty (English Program)
1982-1989 : TarsusAmerican College
Varicose Veins
Coronary Bypass Surgery Heart Valve Diseases Aortic Aneurysms
Heart Aneurysms
TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation) Work Experience:
Current: İstanbul FlorenceNightingale Hastanesi, Cardiovascular Surgery Department Previous: Şişli Memorial Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery Department
Read moreDr. Victor Alexander Krol - Chief of Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine and Obesity Treatment Center at Martinus Hospital
Dr. Victor Alexander Krol is a highly qualified specialist, heading the departments of gastroenterology and internal medicine. With many years of experience and deep knowledge in his field, Dr. Krol has established himself as an outstanding expert, providing patients with comprehensive treatment and an individual approach. He actively uses the latest methods of diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, metabolism, as well as diseases of the cardiovascular and respiratory sys.
Dr. Krol is also the director of the certified Obesity Treatment Center at Martinus Hospital, which provides surgical and endoscopic treatments for obesity. The center uses advanced technology to diagnose and treat obesity (adiposis), including methods such as bariatric surgery, endoscopic weight loss, and specialized programs for patients with different stages of obesity. The center is certified to high standards and has excellent results in the treatment of this serious disease.
The Gastroenterology Department, headed by Dr. Krol, diagnoses and treats diseases of the stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. The doctors of the department use a wide range of methods, including endoscopic procedures, ultrasound, and other modern diagnostic technologies.
The Department of Internal Medicine covers a wide range of diseases, including cardiology, diabetology, infectology, and therapy of respiratory and renal diseases. Dr. Krol and his team provide a comprehensive approach to treatment using the most advanced methods of medicine.
Thanks to his high professionalism and humane approach to each patient, Dr. Krol deservedly enjoys the respect of colleagues and patients.
Read moreDuties:
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.
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