Prof. Dr. Dursun Aras – Cardiologist

 

Prof. Dr. Dursun Aras completed his medical education at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1996. He pursued his specialization in cardiology at Ankara High Specialization Training and Research Hospital, becoming a Cardiology Specialist in 2001, and subsequently continued his clinical and academic work at the same institution.

He achieved the title of Associate Professor in 2006 and was promoted to Full Professor in 2012, reflecting his significant contributions to the field of cardiology.

In 2005, he broadened his expertise in cardiac electrophysiology by serving as an observer in Arrhythmia and Ablation at Maastricht University, Netherlands, one of Europe’s leading centers for arrhythmia management.

Between 2016 and 2018, Prof. Dr. Aras served as the Chairman of the Arrhythmia Working Group of the Turkish Society of Cardiology, where he contributed to national clinical guidelines, scientific collaboration, and training initiatives.

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Conditions Treated by Prof. Dr. Dursun Aras

 

• Atherosclerosis

• Hypertension (High blood pressure)

• Hyperlipidemia (High cholesterol)

• Angina pectoris

• Cardiac arrest

• Heart failure

• Myocardial infarction (Heart attack)

• Blood clots and thrombotic disorders

• Atrial fibrillation and other cardiac arrhythmias

• Endocarditis

• Cardiogenic shock

• Valvular heart diseases

• Structural heart abnormalities

• Cardiomyopathies

• Myocarditis

• Pericardial diseases (e.g., pericarditis, pericardial effusion)

• Congenital cardiac conditions

• Aortic diseases (aneurysm, stenosis)

• Peripheral arterial diseases (including subclavian, renal, and coronary artery disease)

 

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Areas of Clinical and Academic Interest

 

• Hypertension

• Coronary artery disease

• Acute myocardial infarction

• Atrial fibrillation and complex arrhythmias

• Cardiac compression disorders

• Heart failure and ischemic heart disease

• Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease

• Mitral valve insufficiency

• Advanced electrophysiology and ablation therapies

 

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Qualifications & Academic Appointments

 

• 2017 – Present: Karabük University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology

• 2006 – 2017: Türkiye High Specialization Training and Research Hospital – Cardiology Clinic (Faculty Member)

• 2001 – 2006: Türkiye High Specialization Training and Research Hospital – Cardiology Specialist

• 1996: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Doctor

Prof. Yıldıray Yüzer, M.D.

General Surgery & Liver Transplantation Specialist

Prof. Yıldıray Yüzer, M.D., completed his residency in General Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine, Ege University, in 1984. Following his compulsory service at İzmir Menemen State Hospital between 1986 and 1988, he returned to academia and served as Chief Assistant in the Department of General Surgery at Ege University Faculty of Medicine from 1988 to 1993.

In 1993, Prof. Yüzer further enhanced his clinical and research expertise through advanced studies at the prestigious Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the United States, focusing on complex oncologic and hepatobiliary surgery.

He joined the Group Florence Nightingale in 2004 and has since become one of the leading figures in liver transplantation both nationally and internationally. Over the course of his career, he has participated in more than 4500 liver transplantation procedures, a substantial proportion of which involved healthy living donors. He is widely recognized for his innovative surgical techniques in donor organ retrieval and has a particular clinical and academic interest in pediatric liver transplantation.

Since 2004, Prof. Yüzer has served as the Director of the Liver Transplantation Center at Florence Nightingale Hospital, where he has performed approximately 1500 liver transplants and continues to contribute to the advancement of surgical excellence and transplant outcomes.

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Clinical Conditions Treated

 

• Liver Transplantation

• Hepatocellular Carcinoma

• Cholangiocarcinoma

• Pancreatic Cancer

 

Areas of Expertise & Academic Interest

 

• Management of traumatic injuries

• Congenital and acquired anatomical abnormalities

• Breast cancer and oncologic surgery

• Disorders of the upper gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach, small intestine)

• Biliary tract diseases (gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, liver)

• Endocrine surgical conditions (thyroid, adrenal glands)

• Vascular pathologies involving major blood vessels

• Comprehensive care for critically ill and terminally ill patients

 

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Qualifications & Professional Training

 

• 2012 – Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

  General Surgery / Organ Transplant Center

• 1993 – Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, USA

  Advanced Training in General Surgery

• 1988 – 1993 – Ege University Faculty of Medicine (EUFT)

  Chief Assistant, Department of General Surgery

• 1986 – 1988 – İzmir Menemen State Hospital

  Mandatory Service

• 1978 – 1984 – Ege University Faculty of Medicine

  General Surgery Specialization Training

Dr. Sezer Sağlam has established a distinguished career in internal medicine and medical oncology, shaped by rigorous academic training and extensive clinical experience. His medical journey commenced in 1991 at Ege University, where he completed his foundational medical education. He proceeded to specialize in Internal Medicine at the Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, graduating in 1996 with strong clinical proficiency.

In 1999, Dr. Sağlam advanced his expertise in oncological sciences through a formative tenure at the American Cancer Center of Florence Nightingale Metropolitan Hospital, gaining comprehensive exposure to contemporary cancer therapies and multidisciplinary cancer care. His pursuit of academic and clinical excellence culminated in 2005 with the completion of his Medical Oncology specialization at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute, one of Türkiye’s foremost centers for oncology training. This achievement firmly positioned him among leading specialists in cancer diagnosis, systemic therapy, and personalized oncological management.

Throughout his career, Dr. Sağlam has demonstrated exceptional dedication to patient-centered care, integrating evidence-based oncology with his solid background in internal medicine. His broad academic formation and longstanding commitment to advancing cancer treatment underscore his contributions to the fields of medical oncology and internal medicine.

Conditions treated by Dr. Sezer Sağlam

• Breast cancer and gynecological cancers

• Melanoma and brain tumors

• Soft tissue and bone sarcomas

• Hematological malignancies, including lymphomas, leukemias, and multiple myeloma

• Gastrointestinal cancers

• Ewing sarcoma

 

Areas of Interest

• Medical oncology

• Gastrointestinal cancers

• Gastric cancer

• Ewing sarcoma

• Internal medicine

 

Qualifications

• 2005 – Istanbul University Oncology Institute, Medical Oncology Specialization

• 1999 – American Cancer Center, Florence Nightingale Metropolitan Hospital

• 1997–1998 – Bayraktar Dialysis Center

• 1996 – Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Internal Medicine Specialization Training

• 1991 – Ege University, Medical Education

 

Consultation with Dr. Sezer Sağlam can be arranged through Diva Health in coordination with MediGence.

Prof. Dr. Murat Gulbaran is a distinguished Interventional Cardiologist with over 22 years of clinical and academic experience. His expertise spans interventional cardiology, cardiac imaging, and electrophysiology, with specialized focus on adult congenital heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, atrial fibrillation, ventricular heart disease, and coronary artery disease.

Prof. Dr. Gulbaran plays an active role in advancing cardiovascular medicine through participation in major international seminars and scientific meetings. His work has been recognized at prestigious events including the National Congress of Cardiology, the American Arrhythmia Meeting, and the European Cardiology Meeting. He has authored nearly 60 publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his commitment to scientific progress and high-quality patient care.

Conditions treated by Dr. Murat Gulbaran

• Adult congenital heart disease

• Peripheral vascular disease

• Atrial fibrillation

• Ventricular heart disease

• Coronary artery disease

 

Area of Interest

• Interventional Cardiology

• Electrophysiology

• Cardiac Imaging

 

Qualification

• 1987: Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul

• 1993: Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology, Turkey

• 1998: Cleveland Clinic, USA

• 2002: Columbia University, USA

• 2004: Kerckhoff Clinic, Germany

 

Consultation with Prof. Dr. Murat Gulbaran can be arranged through Diva Health in coordination with MediGence.