Professional PTA and stenting in Turkey are performed by interventional cardiologists, vascular surgeons, or interventional radiologists. The specialist depends on whether the blockage is in the heart, limbs, or neck. These experts hold official certificates from the Turkish Ministry of Health after intensive residency training.
- Interventional cardiologists: They treat coronary arteries and often handle renal or carotid stenting for patients.
- Vascular surgeons: These specialists manage peripheral arterial disease and complex aortic aneurysm repairs using stents.
- Interventional radiologists: They use live image guidance for deep venous stenting and lower limb arterial pathways.
- Pediatric cardiologists: Experts like Dr. Cenap Zeybek perform specialized stenting and angioplasty for younger patients.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows that many top Turkish specialists have trained at prestigious international institutions. For example, Dr. Ibrahim Halil Tanboga at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental trained at London’s St Thomas Hospital. Dr. Okay Abaci at Biruni University Hospital completed peripheral intervention training in Italy. This international exposure allows them to apply global standards and advanced endovascular techniques in local hospitals.
Patient Consensus: Patients are often surprised that stenting is not exclusive to one department. They note that the performing doctor changes based on whichever blood vessel needs treatment. Many say it is helpful to ask the hospital directly which specialty will handle their specific angiogram and stent placement.
