Acibadem Specialist
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ufuk Gürkan
Cardiology
29+ years experienceLanguages: Turkish, EnglishOnline consultation
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ufuk Gürkan
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ufuk Gürkan is a cardiology specialist at Acibadem Dr. Sinasi Can (Kadikoy) Hospital, İstanbul, with 29+ years of experience. He treats conditions including ST-elevation myocardial infarction, coronary stent thrombosis, coronary artery ectasia, coronary slow flow, peripartum cardiomyopathy, and subclinical myocardial dysfunction, and performs procedures such as transcatheter aortic valve implantation, prophylactic ipsilateral distal femoral artery cannulation, speckle tracking echocardiography, and echocardiographic assessment of right ventricular function. He consults in…
Assoc. Prof. Ufuk Gürkan is a cardiologist with a strong clinical and academic background. He completed advanced cardiology training at M.D. Siyami Ersek Chest Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, where he progressed to associate professorship. Currently, he practices with Acıbadem Health Group, contributing to patient care and clinical practice. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology, engaging with the professional community to stay current in cardiovascular medicine.
Clinical Focus
Areas of Expertise
Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.
ST-elevation myocardial infarctionCoronary stent thrombosisCoronary artery ectasiaCoronary slow flowPeripartum cardiomyopathySubclinical myocardial dysfunctionSevere patient-prosthesis mismatchRight ventricular compression in pectus excavatumTranscatheter aortic valve implantationProphylactic ipsilateral distal femoral artery cannulationSpeckle tracking echocardiographyEchocardiographic assessment of right ventricular function
Background
Education
- 2017 Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Cardiology (Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest Heart and Vascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Cardiology / Associate Professorship
- 2002 Cardiology
- 1997 Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine
Career
Experience
- 2023 Acibadem Health Group
- 2020 – 2022 Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Coronary Intensive Care Unit / Coronary Intensive Care Unit Supervisor
- 2020 Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Cardiology Clinic / Education Assistant
- 2003 – 2017 Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Cardiology Clinic / Chief Assistant
- 2002 – 2003 Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Cardiology Clinic / Specialist Doctor
- 1997 – 2002 Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Cardiology Clinic / Cardiology Residency
- 1997 Kazım Karabekir Health Center-Adana / General Practitioner
Affiliations
Professional Memberships
- Turkish Society of Cardiology
Research
Selected Publications
- The Role of Prophylactic Ipsilateral Distal Femoral Artery Cannulation in Preventing Periprocedural Peripheral Complications During Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation. Archives of the Turkish Society of Cardiology, 50(5), 327-333. (2022) Avcı, İ., Zeren, G., Sungur, M. A., Şimşek, B., Can, F., Yılmaz, M. F., Yılmaz, Ş., Gürkan, U & Karabay, C. Y.
- Effects of RAAS blocker use on AKI in elderly hypertensive STEMI patients with propensity score weighed method. Clinical and Experimental Hypertension, 44(5): 1-8. (2022) Zeren, G., Avci, I. I., Sungur, M. A., Simsek, B., Sungur, A., Can, F., Karabay, C. Y., Yilmaz, M. F., Gurkan, U., Kalkan, S., Karagoz, A.
- Association of ectatic non-infarct-related artery with 1-month stent thrombosis in patients with ST elevation myocardial infarction Postgraduate Medical Journal. (2022) Zeren, G., Avci, İ. İ., Sungur, M. A., Şimşek, B., Sungur, A., Yılmaz, M. F., Can, F., Gürkan, U. & Karabay, C. Y.
- Subclinical myocardial dysfunction in patients with complete recovery from peripartum cardiomyopathy: a long-term clinical strain- echocardiographic study Hypertension in Pregnancy, 41(2), 89-96. (2022) Akgoz, H., & Gürkan, U.
- Speckle tracking echocardiography in severe patient-prosthesis mismatch Herz. (2021). Aug; 46 (4): 375-380. Ösken A, Dayı ŞÜ, Özcan KS, Keskin M, Öz TK, Poyraz E, Gürkan U, Akgöz H, Çam N.
- Assessment of Atrial Conduction Times in Patientswith Newly Diagnosed Parkinson’s Disease. Parkinsons Dis. (2018) Jul 16;2018:2916905. doi: 10.1155/2018/2916905. Çanga Y, Emre A, Yüksel GA, Karataş MB, Yelgeç NS, Gürkan U, Çalık AN, Tireli H, Terzi S.
- Value of the neutrophil-to-lymphocyteratio in predicting left ventricular recovery in patients with peripartum cardiomyopathy Wien Klin Wochenschr. December: 129: 893¬899. doi: 10.1007/s00508-017-1227-6. WOS:000416845300006 ( 2017) Gürkan U, Akgöz H, Aksoy Ş, Can Gürkan Ö, Osken A, Unal Dayi S, Oz D, Haci R.
- The presence of fragmented QRS on 12-lead ECG in patients with coronary slow flow. Cardiol Pol. (2014) ;72(1):14-9. doi: 10.5603/KP.2013.0181. 2. Yilmaz H, Gungor B, Kemaloglu T, Sayar N, Erer B, Yilmaz M, Cakmak N, Gurkan U, Oz D, Bolca O.
- Severity of periodontitis in patients with isolated coronary artery ectasia IntHeart J. (2014); 55(4):296-300. Epub 2014 Jun 2 Gürkan U, Yağmur S, Akgöz H, Aksoy S, Oz D, Akyüz S, Yılmaz H, Karataş MB, Bolca O
- Echocardiographic assessment of right ventricular function before and after surgery in patients with pectus excavatum and right ventricular compression Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. (2014) Apr;62(3):231-5. doi: 10.1055/s-0033-1342941. Gürkan U, Aydemir B, Aksoy S, Akgöz H, Tosu AR, Oz D, Güngör B, Yılmaz H, Bolca O.
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What is Dr. Ufuk Gürkan's specialty?
Dr. Ufuk Gürkan 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.
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Dr. Ufuk Gürkan sees patients at in . The international patient team can confirm current availability and help you plan a consultation or visit.
What languages can I use when consulting Dr. Ufuk Gürkan?
Consultations with Dr. Ufuk Gürkan 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. Ufuk Gürkan?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Ufuk Gürkan 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. Ufuk Gürkan?
Yes. Dr. Ufuk Gürkan 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. Ufuk Gürkan have?
Dr. Ufuk Gürkan has around 29 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. Ufuk Gürkan?
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. Ufuk Gürkan?
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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