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Prof. Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu

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Prof. Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu

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17+ years experienceLanguages: Turkish, EnglishOnline consultationAcibadem Maslak Hospital · İstanbul
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Prof. Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu
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About Prof. Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu

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Prof. Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu is a cardiologist at Acibadem Maslak Hospital in İstanbul with more than 17 years of experience.

He treats atrial fibrillation, pericardial tamponade, cardiorenal syndrome, hypertension, COVID-19-associated cardiovascular complications, and radial artery spasm during transradial access, and performs echocardiography, pericardiocentesis, cryoablation and radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation, transradial cardiac catheterization, and low-molecular-weight heparin therapy. He consults in Turkish and English and offers online video consultations.

Prof. Aleks Değirmencioğlu is an experienced cardiologist and academic leader with a strong clinical and teaching background. He completed his cardiology training in 2008 at M.D. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital.

Since 2017 he has served on the faculty of Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine as an Associate Professor, where he is involved in teaching, clinical practice, and research. He is a member of the Turkish Medical Chamber Association and the Turkish Society of Cardiology, reflecting his active engagement with the national medical community. His work focuses on advancing cardiovascular care through education, research, and patient-centered clinical practice.

Clinical Focus

Areas of Expertise

Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.

Atrial fibrillationPericardial tamponadeCardiorenal syndromeHypertensionCOVID-19-associated cardiovascular complicationsRadial artery spasm during transradial accessEchocardiographyPericardiocentesisCryoablation for atrial fibrillationRadiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillationTransradial cardiac catheterizationLow-molecular-weight heparin therapy
Background

Education

  • 2008Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital Cardiology
  • 2003Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
Career

Professional Experience

  • 2017Acibadem University Faculty of Medicine/ Associate Professor-Present
  • 2015–2017Acibadem University Faculty of Medicine / Assistant Professor
  • 2013–2015Acibadem University Faculty of Medicine / Lecturer
  • 2011Acibadem Health Group
  • 2010–2011Nusaybin State Hospital / Cardiology Specialist (Compulsory Service Duty) / Specialist Doctor
  • 2009–2010Özdere Special Training Center Command / Cardiology Specialist (Military Service) / Medical Lieutenant
Affiliations

Professional Memberships

  • Turkish Medical Chamber Association
  • Turkish Society of Cardiology
Research

Selected Publications

  • Chimeric natriuretic peptides in ardiorenal syndrome (review). Turkey Clinics Journal of Internal Medicine. Cardiorenal syndrome 1st Edition, pp 23-26, 2022 Değirmencioğlu A, Koç ES.
  • Artificial intelligence in echocardiography: Review and limitations including epistemological concerns Echocardiography. 2022 Aug;39(8):1044-1053. doi: 10.1111/echo.15417. Epub 2022 Jul 9. PMID: 35808922. Karakus G, Degirmencioğlu A, Nanda NC.
  • Comparison of Pericardiocentesis in Post-Cardiac Surgery and Nonsurgical Patients with Pericardial Tamponade. Braz J Cardiovasc Surg. 2022 Aug 16;37(4):488-492. doi: 10.21470/1678-9741-2020-0714. PMID: 35072404; PMCID: PMC9423801. Değirmencioğlu A, Karakuş G, Zencirci E, Güllü AÜ, Şenay Ş.
  • Impact of proactive low- molecular weight heparin therapy on outcomes in COVID-1. Bratisl Lek Listy. 2021;122(8):582- 589. doi: 10.4149/BLL_2021_093. PMID: 34282625. Gormez S, Gumusel HK, Ekicibasi E, Degirmencioglu A, Paudel A, Akan G, Atalar F, Erdim R, Eroglu E, Dagdelen S, Sariguzel N, Kirisoglu CE, Pamukcu
  • Comparison of cryoablation and radiofrequency ablation methods in the treatment of atrial fibrillation (review). Turkey Clinics Cardiology-Special Topics. Vol 14 sa 1, pp 20-25, 2021 Değirmencioğlu A, Akyol A.
  • An analysis of the learning curve for robotic-assisted mitral valve repair. J Card Surg. 2021 Feb;36(2):624-628. doi: 10.1111/jocs.15281. Epub 2021 Jan 5.PMID: 33403721 Güllü AÜ, Senay S, Kocyigit M, Zencirci E, Akyol A, Degirmencioglu A, Karakuş G, Ersin E, Karabiber A, Alhan C.
  • Comparison of hypertension prevalence and the use of renin- angiotensin-aldosterone system blockers in hospitalized patients with COVID-19 and non COVID-19 viral pneumonia Turk Kardiyol Dern Ars. 2021 Jun;49(4):286-292. doi: 10.5543/tkda.2021.87750. PMID: 34106062. Görmez S, Erel Kırışoğlu C, Ekicibaşı ME, Değirmencioğlu A, Paudel A, Akan G, Atalar F, Sarıgüzel N, Pamukçu B.
  • A randomized trial of flow-mediated dilation to prevent radial artery spasm during transradial approach. Minerva Cardioangiol. 2021 Jan 11. doi: 10.23736/S0026-4725.20.05463-8. Online ahead of print.PMID: 33427425 Zencirci E, Esen Zencirci A, Degirmencioglu A
  • Association between renin- angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitor treatment, neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio, D-Dimer and clinical severity of COVID-19 in hospitalized patients: a multicenter, observational study J Hum Hypertens. 2020 Aug 24:1-10. doi: 10.1038/s41371-020-00405-3. Online ahead of print.PMID: 32839534 Gormez S, Ekicibasi E, Degirmencioglu A, Paudel A, Erdim R, Gumusel HK, Eroglu E, Tanboga IH, Dagdelen S, Sariguzel N, Kirisoglu CE, Pamukcu B.
  • Application of cryoablation for the treatment of atrial fibrillation in patients undergoing cardiac surgery: Our mid-term results. Turkish Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2018;26(1):8-13 Arnaz A, Güllü AÜ, Akyol A, Zencirci E, Şenay Ş, Değirmencioğlu A, Koçyiğit M, Alhan C.
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What is Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu's specialty?
Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu is a specialist in Cardiology at Acibadem. For a personalised assessment, the Acibadem international patient team can review your medical history and reports and explain the suitable next steps.
Which hospital does Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu practise at?
Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu sees patients at Acibadem Maslak Hospital in İstanbul. The international patient team can confirm current availability and help you plan a consultation or visit.
What languages can I use when consulting Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu?
Consultations with Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu are supported in Turkish and English. In addition, Acibadem provides multilingual coordination and interpreter support so international patients can communicate clearly throughout their care.
How can I book an appointment with Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu using the appointment form on this page, or by contacting the Acibadem international patient team by phone or WhatsApp. After you share your details, the team checks availability and confirms your appointment, usually within 24 hours.
Is an online video consultation available with Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu?
Yes. Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu offers online video consultations, so you can discuss your condition and reports with the specialist before making any travel arrangements. The international patient team can help you schedule a secure video visit.
How many years of experience does Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu have?
Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu has around 17 years of professional experience in Cardiology. A summary of education, experience and professional memberships is available on this page.
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu?
Yes. Acibadem supports international patients end to end — from the first consultation and treatment planning through appointment scheduling, interpretation during the stay and follow-up after returning home. Sharing your case for an initial assessment is free of charge.
How do I get a second opinion involving Dr. Aleks Değirmencioğlu?
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Echocardiography
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