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Dr.Rıza Türköz (Cardiothoracic surgeon, Cardiovascular surgeon, Pediatric cardiologist)– Best Costs, Reviews – Book Your Consultation
Prof. Dr. Rıza Türköz, MD, Pediatric Cardiologist & Cardiac Surgeon is a highly experienced heart specialist with 38 years of practice at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, Antalya, Türkiye. His focus areas include:
- Congenital heart surgery and pediatric cardiology
- Pediatric and adult cardiac surgery
- Fetal cardiology and interventional treatments for congenital defects
Educational Background
- 1982–1987: M.D. from Ege University Faculty of Medicine, İzmir, Türkiye
- 1987–1993: Cardiac specialization at İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
- Early career: Fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia
Professional Experience
- 1993–1996: Specialist at İzmir Atatürk State Hospital
- 1996–1998: Assistant Professor, İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
- 1998–2001: Associate Professor, İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
- 2001–2005: Associate Professor, Başkent University Adana Hospital
- 2006–2007: Professor, Başkent University Adana Hospital
- 2007–2013: Professor, Başkent University Istanbul Hospital
- 2013–2015: Professor, Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul
- Since 2015: Professor at Acıbadem Bakırköy Hospital and practicing at Medical Park Antalya
- Performed over 473 pediatric and 201 adult cardiovascular surgeries to date
Academic Contributions
- Member of the Turkish Society of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery
- Delivered lectures and trained teams in fetal, pediatric, and adult cardiac surgery
- Research interests include pulmonary valve preservation and complex neonatal heart surgery
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Dr. Türköz treats a wide range of heart conditions in both children and adults:
- Congenital heart disease: Repair of septal defects, valve lesions, and complex neonatal anomalies
- Fetal cardiology: Prenatal diagnosis and management of fetal cardiac conditions
- Interventional cardiology: Catheter-based procedures for PDA and ASD closure
- Cardiothoracic surgery: Coronary bypass, valve repair/replacement, and adult congenital defect surgery
- Pulmonary valve preservation: Techniques to maintain native pulmonary valve function
Publications and Research
Prof. Dr. Türköz has contributed significantly to pediatric and adult cardiac surgery literature, with a focus on neonatal and valve-preserving techniques. His scholarly work is available through academic databases.
Patient Care Philosophy
- Believes in clear, compassionate communication with parents and patients
- Advocates for shared decision-making and thorough patient education
- Offers online consultations to support international families
- Highly rated for professionalism, empathy, and surgical outcomes
Professional Affiliations
- Member, Turkish Society of Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery
- Registered physician with Antalya Medical Chamber
- Fellow, Royal Melbourne Hospital Cardiothoracic Surgery Program
FAQs
- Is Dr. Rıza Türköz board-certified?
- Yes. He completed pediatric cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery training and holds a professorship.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs congenital heart defect repairs, valve surgery, bypass operations, and fetal heart interventions.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. He provides online consultations and accommodates international families through Medical Park Antalya.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Stay depends on procedure—neonatal surgeries require 7–14 days; interventional catheter cases often need 1–3 days.
- What languages does he speak?
- He is fluent in Turkish and English.
- How many surgeries has he performed?
- He has conducted over 473 pediatric and 201 adult cardiac surgeries.
- Does he perform fetal heart assessments?
- Yes. He is experienced in fetal echocardiography and prenatal cardiac diagnosis.
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