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Prof. Dr. Tansu Karaahmet

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Prof. Dr. Tansu Karaahmet
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Prof. Dr. Tansu Karaahmet

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Prof. Dr. Tansu Karaahmet is a cardiologist at Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital in İstanbul with more than 20 years of experience. He treats heart failure, nonischemic dilated cardiomyopathy, left ventricular systolic dyssynchrony, functional mitral regurgitation, hypertension, spontaneous left main coronary artery dissection, left ventricular aneurysm, pulmonary atresia with ventricular septal defect, and biventricular noncompaction, and performs cardiac computed tomography angiography, tissue Doppler echocardiography, flow-mediated dilation ultrasonography, and thrombolytic therapy. He offers consultations in…

Prof. Tansu Karaahmet is an Assistant Professor of Medicine with a strong background in clinical cardiology and academic medicine. He earned his medical degree from Acibadem University Faculty of Medicine and joined the faculty as an Assistant Professor in 2010. Since 2012 he has been affiliated with Acibadem Health Group, where he has combined clinical practice with teaching and research. His professional interests focus on invasive cardiology, cardiac imaging, and heart failure management. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology, contributing to the Invasive Working Group, Cardiac Imaging Study Group, and Heart Failure Working Group. He also holds membership in the Turkish Medical Association. M.D. Karaahmet is committed to delivering high-quality patient care, advancing cardiology through research and education, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve cardiovascular outcomes.

Clinical Focus

Areas of Expertise

Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.

Heart failureNonischemic dilated cardiomyopathyLeft ventricular systolic dyssynchronyFunctional mitral regurgitationHypertensionSpontaneous left main coronary artery dissectionLeft ventricular aneurysmPulmonary atresia with ventricular septal defectBiventricular noncompactionCardiac computed tomography angiographyTissue Doppler echocardiographyFlow-mediated dilation ultrasonographyThrombolytic therapy
Background

Education

  • 2010 Acibadem University Faculty of Medicine / Assistant Professor
  • 2006 Kartal Kosuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital Cardiology
  • 2001 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
Career

Experience

  • 2012 Acibadem Health Group
  • 2006 – 2010 Kartal Kosuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital
Affiliations

Professional Memberships

  • Turkish Society of Cardiology
  • Invasive Working Group
  • Cardiac Imaging Study Group
  • Heart Failure Working Group
  • Turkish Medical Association
Research

Selected Publications

  • Spontaneous dissection of the left main coronary artery regressed with thrombolytic therapy: evaluation with multislice computed tomography angiography. The Anatolian Journal Of Cardiology (Heat) , Vol Feb 9;9(1), E2-3 Pp., 2009 Karaahmet T, Tigen K, Gurel E, Cevik C, Mutlu B, Basaran Y.
  • Prognostic utility of anemia and pro-B-type natriuretic peptide in patients with nonischemic dilated cardiomyopathy and normal renal function. Am J Med Sci. 2009 Feb;337(2):109-15 Tigen K, Karaahmet T, Cevik C, Gurel E, Mutlu B, Basaran Y.
  • The influence of dipper and nondipper blood pressure patterns on left ventricular functions in hypertensive patients: a tissue Doppler study. Turk Kardiyol Dern Ars. 2009 Mar;37(2):101-6 Tigen K, Karaahmet T, Fotbolcu H, GOrel E, Cevik C, Gencmen C, Bitigen A, Mutlu B, Basaran Y.
  • Papillary muscle dyssynchrony as a cause of functional mitral regurgitation in non ischemic dilated cardiomyopathy patients with narrow QRS complexes. Anatolian Cardiol Derg. 2009 Jun;9(3):196-203 Tigen K, Karaahmet T, GOrel E, Cevik C, Otahbachi M, Pala S, Tanalp AC, Mutlu B, Basaran Y.
  • Reliability of ultrasonography in detecting flow mediated dilation. Int J Cardiovasc Imaging. 2009 Oct;25(7):705-11. Epub 2009 Jul 17 Pala S, Kahveci G, Akcakoyun M, Kargin R, Tigen K, Tanalp AC, Karaahmet T, Karapinar H, Kirma C.
  • Concomitant Aspergillus and Cytomegalovirus Infection in Heart Transplant: Early Diagnosis is the Key to Successful Treatment. Exp Clin Transplant. 2009 Sep;7(3):168-72 Tigen E, Tigen K, Karaahmet T, Odabasi Z, Korten V.
  • The utility of fragmented QRS complexes to predict significant intraventricular dyssynchrony in nonischemic dilated cardiomyopathy patients with a narrow QRS interval. 2009 Sep;25(9):517-22 Tigen K, Karaahmet T, Gurel E, Cevik C, Nugent K, Pala S, Tanalp AC, Mutlu B, Basaran Y. Can J Cardiol.
  • Determination of left ventricular systolic dyssynchrony by tissue Doppler echocardiography in patients with nonischemic dilated cardiomyopathy. Congest Heart Fail. 2009 Jan Feb; 15(1):19-23 Karaahmet T, Tigen K, Mutlu B, Cevik C, Kahveci G, Basaran Y.
  • Dystrophic calcification of the aneurysmatic left ventricular apex. Congest Heart Fail. 2009 Jul-Aug;15(4):196-8 Karaahmet T, Tigen K, Gurel E, Tanalp AC, Basaran Y.
  • A complex case of congenital cardiac anomaly: pulmonary atresia and ventricular septal defect associated with major aortopulmonary collaterals. Heart Surg Forum. 2008;11(4):E252-4 Tigen K, Gurel E, Karaahmet T, Cevik C, Mutlu B, Basaran Y.
  • Biventricular noncompaction: a case report. Echocardiography. 2008 Oct;25(9):993-6 Tigen K, Karaahmet T, Gurel E, Cevik C, Basaran Y.
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What is Dr. Tansu Karaahmet's specialty?
Dr. Tansu Karaahmet 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. Tansu Karaahmet practise at?
Dr. Tansu Karaahmet sees patients at Acibadem Bakirkoy 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. Tansu Karaahmet?
Consultations with Dr. Tansu Karaahmet 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. Tansu Karaahmet?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Tansu Karaahmet 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. Tansu Karaahmet?
Yes. Dr. Tansu Karaahmet 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. Tansu Karaahmet have?
Dr. Tansu Karaahmet has around 20 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. Tansu Karaahmet?
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.
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