Deniz Suha Kucukaksu

Specializzazione: Vascular surgeon
40 anni di esperienza
Lingue parlate:
Turkish
Studio medico: Turchia, Istanbul, Başkent University Istanbul Hospital
Pioniere dei programmi di supporto circolatorio meccanico e di cuore artificiale in Turchia; ricopre il ruolo di Direttore del Centro per il Trapianto Cardiaco e il Cuore Artificiale presso l'Università Başkent.
Il Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu è un chirurgo cardiovascolare presso l'Ospedale Universitario Başkent di Istanbul. È stato un pioniere dei programmi di supporto circolatorio meccanico e di cuore artificiale in Turchia. Il Dr. Kucukaksu è specializzato in trapianti cardiaci per adulti e bambini. Ha completato fellowship presso istituzioni negli Stati Uniti, in Germania e in Francia.
- Direttore del Centro per il Trapianto Cardiaco e il Cuore Artificiale.
- Esegue bypass aorto-coronarici a cuore battente, sostituzioni valvolari e riparazioni aortiche complesse.
- Esperto in sistemi LVAD e chirurgia del cuore artificiale totale.
- Ha fondato centri di trapianto cardiaco in diverse importanti istituzioni mediche.

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Formazione accademica

Prof. Dr. Deniz Süha Küçükaksu is a cardiovascular surgeon who pioneered mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey. He is the Director of the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. Dr. Küçükaksu specializes in cardiac procedures for adults and children. He also treats complex heart failure cases through surgical intervention.

Clinical Focus and Surgical Expertise

Dr. Küçükaksu treats advanced end-stage heart failure using surgical methods. He provides care for coronary artery disease and aortic valve insufficiency. He also treats congenital conditions like tetralogy of Fallot. Additionally, the doctor treats pulmonary hypertension and dilated cardiomyopathy.

He performs a wide variety of specialized cardiac operations:

Coronary bypass surgery (off-pump)
Aortic valve replacement and valvuloplasty
Pediatric mitral valve replacement
EVAR and TEVAR aortic repairs — minimally invasive procedures to repair the aorta using stents
Implantation of LVAD systems and mechanical support
Total artificial heart surgery
Complex cardiac reoperations

Professional Achievements

Dr. Küçükaksu helped develop modern cardiac care in Turkey. He established several heart transplant centers across different medical institutions. The doctor also helped implement hybrid cardiovascular procedures. He has performed numerous transcatheter aortic valve implantations (TAVI) and coronary revascularizations.

Work Experience

Dr. Küçükaksu has held senior administrative and clinical roles. He served as a Vice Dean for a faculty of medicine. The doctor has also been a surgical director and university professor. He participates in global scientific forums through regular publications.

Education and International Training

Dr. Küçükaksu earned his medical degree and surgical specialization in Turkey. He completed several advanced fellowships to master LVAD systems. His training took place at centers in Germany, France, and the United States. This international experience focused on heart failure surgery and mechanical support.

Professional Memberships and Awards

Dr. Küçükaksu is a founding member of multiple professional societies. These organizations focus on cardiovascular surgery and artificial organ systems. He has received national and international awards for his scientific contributions. The doctor is a leader in the Turkish medical community.