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Prof. Dr. Ethem Kumbay Cardiology

Prof. Dr. Ethem Kumbay

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Prof. Dr. Ethem Kumbay

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44+ years experienceLanguages: Turkish, EnglishOnline consultationAcibadem Bursa Hospital · Bursa
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Prof. Dr. Ethem Kumbay

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Prof. Dr. Ethem Kumbay is a cardiologist at Acibadem Bursa Hospital in Bursa with 44+ years of experience.

He treats coronary artery disease, coronary atherosclerosis, congenital coronary artery anomalies, cardiac involvement in Behçet disease, dyslipidemia, and elevated lipoprotein(a), and performs coronary angiography. He offers consultations in Turkish and English, including online video consultation.

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About Prof. Dr. Ethem Kumbay

Prof. Dr. Ethem Kumbay is a cardiologist with 44 years of experience. His listed areas of expertise include elevated lipoprotein(a), dyslipidemia, cardiac involvement in Behçet disease, congenital coronary artery anomalies, coronary atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease. He performs coronary angiography.

Prof. Dr. Kumbay graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1975. He completed internal medicine training at Gulhane Military Medical Academy in 1982 and cardiology training there in 1987. He was a Faculty Member at the Department of Cardiology, Uludag University Faculty of Medicine from 1993 to 1997 and from 1999 to 2011. He joined Acibadem Health Group in 2011 and practises at Acibadem Bursa Hospital in Bursa, Türkiye.

The profile lists 2 professional bodies, among them the European Society of Cardiology and the Turkish Society of Cardiology.

The profile lists 5 publications dated between 1994 and 2008. Their subjects include coronary artery anomalies, cardiac involvement in Behçet disease, and lipid parameters in relation to lipoprotein(a) and atherosclerotic patients.

Prof. Kumbay speaks Turkish and English. Online consultation is available, allowing patients abroad to speak with him before travelling.

Clinical Focus

Areas of Expertise

Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.

Coronary artery diseaseCoronary atherosclerosisCongenital coronary artery anomaliesCardiac involvement in Behçet diseaseDyslipidemiaElevated lipoprotein(a)Coronary angiography
Background

Education

  • 1987Gulhane Military Medical Academy Cardiology
  • 1982Gulhane Military Medical Academy Internal Medicine
  • 1975Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
Career

Professional Experience

  • 2011Acibadem Health Group
  • 1999–2011Department of Cardiology, Uludag University Faculty of Medicine / Faculty Member
  • 1993–1997Department of Cardiology, Uludag University Faculty of Medicine / Faculty Member
  • 1987–1993GATA Medical Faculty Haydarpaşa Training Hospital / Cardiology Clinic Supervisor
  • 1982–1985Izmit Derince Research Hospital / Chief of Internal Medicine Clinic
Affiliations

Professional Memberships

  • Turkish Society of Cardiology
  • European Society of Cardiology
Research

Selected Publications

  • Small Arterial Elastica Predicts the Extent of Coronary Artery Disease: Relationship with Serum Uric Acid Atherosclerosis, 2008 Apr 22; 18511056. Fazlıoğlu M, Şentürk T, Kumbay E, Kaderli A, Yılmaz Y, Özdemir B, Baran İ, Aydınlar A.
  • Primary Congenital Anomalies of Coronary Arteries: A Coronary Arteriographic Study in Western Turkey. International Heart Journal 46: 97-103, 2005 Aydınlar A, Çiçek D, Şentürk T, Gemici K, Serdar O. A, Kazazoğlu A. R, Kumbay E.
  • Cardiac involvement in Behçet’s disease. XIIIth World Congress of Cardiology, 1998, Brazil. Aksu M, Kazazoglu AR, Gemici K, Yesilbursa D, Gullulu S, Serdar A, Kumbay E, Cordan J.
  • The relationship between Lp(a) levels and the other lipid parameters. Turkish-German-Italian Joint Meeting on Hypertension Atherosclerosis. 1998 Antalya, Turkey, 1998. Yesilbursa D, Gemici K, Gullülü S, Aksu M, Serdar A, Aydinlar A, Kazazoglu AR, Kumbay E, Cordan J.
  • Apolipoprotein Isomorphism in Atherosclerotic Patients and Their Families with Normal Lipid Pattern and Comparison with Healthy People. Tr. J. of Medical Sciences 21: 17-21, 1994 Gültepe M, Demirci M, Özcan A, Avşar K, Kumbay E, Mete Z, Karaca L.
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What is Dr. Ethem Kumbay's specialty?
Dr. Ethem Kumbay 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. Ethem Kumbay practise at?
Dr. Ethem Kumbay sees patients at Acibadem Bursa Hospital in Bursa. The international patient team can confirm current availability and help you plan a consultation or visit.
What languages can I use when consulting Dr. Ethem Kumbay?
Consultations with Dr. Ethem Kumbay 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. Ethem Kumbay?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Ethem Kumbay 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. Ethem Kumbay?
Yes. Dr. Ethem Kumbay 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. Ethem Kumbay have?
Dr. Ethem Kumbay has around 44 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. Ethem Kumbay?
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. Ethem Kumbay?
You can request an independent review of your diagnosis and proposed treatment. Share your medical reports through the consultation or "Ask a Doctor" form on this site, and the team will arrange a specialist review and explain the available options.
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