Prof. Dr. Bingür Sönmez is a renowned cardiovascular surgeon with over 40 years of experience. He currently serves as the Head of the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey.
Full Name: Prof. Dr. Bingür Sönmez
Years of Experience: Over 40 years
Main Specialty: Cardiovascular Surgery
Educational Background
Prof. Dr. Sönmez has an extensive educational background in medicine and cardiovascular surgery.
Medical School: Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Turkey
Specialization: Cardiovascular Surgery at GATA Military Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
International Training: Heart Surgery Assistant at St. Thomas’ Hospital, London, UK
Academic Titles: Associate Professor (1988), Professor (1997)
Prof. Dr. Sönmez has held several prominent positions throughout his career.
Current Position: Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department, Memorial Şişli Hospital, Istanbul (2001–Present)
Previous Roles:
Head of Surgical Sciences, Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul (1990–2001)
Cardiovascular and Surgery Specialist, Istanbul University Institute of Cardiology (1990–1995)
Chief Resident of Cardiovascular Surgery, St. Thomas’ Hospital, London (1987–1990)
Notable Achievements: Performed over 11,000 open-heart surgeries
Academic Contributions
Prof. Dr. Sönmez is actively involved in academic and research activities.
Teaching Positions: Former Head of Surgical Departments at Kadir Has University Faculty of Medicine
Lectures and Training: Regular speaker at international medical conferences
Research Interests: Cardiac surgery techniques, aortic aneurysms, and valve diseases
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Dr. Sönmez specializes in a wide range of cardiovascular conditions and procedures.
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
Heart valve repair and replacement
Aortic aneurysm repair
Minimally invasive cardiac surgery
Management of complex congenital heart defects
Publications and Research
Prof. Dr. Sönmez has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals and authored several books.
Selected Publications:
“Repair of Recurrent Patent Ductus Arteriosus in an Adult with Cardiopulmonary Bypass” – Journal of Cardiac Surgery, 2003
“Revascularization of the Circumflex Artery Using Pedicled Right Internal Mammary Artery Graft via the Transverse Sinus” – Turkish Journal of Cardiology, 1998
“The Effects of Phase II Cardiac Rehabilitation Programme on Patients Undergoing Coronary Bypass Surgery” – Anatolian Journal of Cardiology, 2005
Books: Authored “Preparation of Radial Artery Graft,” “Heart Yoga,” and “The Word Turning to Fire: Sarıkamış”
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Dr. Sönmez is known for his patient-centered approach and commitment to excellence in care.
Emphasizes clear communication and patient education
Offers online consultations for international patients
Focuses on cultural sensitivity and patient satisfaction
Recognized for professionalism and efficiency by patients worldwide
Professional Affiliations
Prof. Dr. Sönmez is a member of several national and international medical organizations.
Turkish Medical Association
Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
International Society for Heart Research
Turkish Society of Cardiology Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
Association of Turkish Respiratory Research
Association of Neurocardiology
FAQs
Is Dr. Bingür Sönmez board-certified?
Yes, he is a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon with extensive experience in the field.
What types of surgeries does he perform?
He specializes in coronary artery bypass grafting, heart valve surgeries, aortic aneurysm repairs, and minimally invasive cardiac procedures.
Does he treat international patients?
Yes, Dr. Sönmez offers consultations and treatments for international patients, including online consultations.
How long is the typical hospital stay?
The length of hospital stay varies depending on the procedure but is minimized through advanced surgical techniques and postoperative care.
What languages does he speak?
Dr. Sönmez is proficient in English and Turkish, facilitating communication with a broad range of patients.
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Turkey,
Sep 01, 2024
FİGEN DERİN
Dünyaca ünlü bir kalp cerrahı olan Prof. Dr. Bingür SÖNMEZ Hocam iyi ki varsınız , Herşey için çok teşekkür ederim
Turkey,
Oct 27, 2023
Fatih Volkan Avcı
Prof.Dr. Bingür Sönmez Hocam’a her şey için teşekkür ediyoruz. İyiki var..
Turkey,
Feb 03, 2023
Güldal Tokçabalaban
Değerli Sayın Profesör Bingür Sönmez ve yetenekli ekibine ve Memorial Şişli Hastanesi ne sonsuz teşekkürler.
Birkaç gündür hastanede yaşadığım üstün ihtimam,yetenekli ekip,temiz,özenli servis beni çok mutlu etti..
Hep varolun...
Turkey,
Sep 27, 2022
Hayriye Turan
Bingür hocama ve tüm ekibine sonsuz teşekkürler
Turkey,
Jul 06, 2018
Ömer Şimşek
Allah ın insan oğluna insanlığa göndermiş olduğu işinin ehli uzmanı her şey den önce adam gibi adam insanların umudu güzel insan 24 Aralık 1991 yaş 29 sol ventrikül amaliyatı kimselerin cesaret edemediği o amaliyatı Allah ın arslanı kalbimin mimarı saygı değer sevgili büyüğüm abim doktorum prof dr Bingür Sönmez hocam başarı ile gerçekleştirmiş ve önce Allah ın sonra hocamın sayesinde ikinci defa hayata tutundum 27 yıldır rabbime sonsuz sayısız şükürler olsun kimselere muhtaç olmadan yaşıyorum Allah size sağlıklı hayırlı uzun ömürler versin başımızdan eksik etmesin hocam ellerinizden öpüyorum selam sevgi ve saygılarımı sunuyorum. Allah a emanet olun efendim.
Hocam iyi ki varsınız Allah sizin gibileri başımızdan eksik etmesin on sene evvel anneme kalp kapağı ve bay pas amilyati yaptınız annemi sağlığına kavusturdunuz size ekibinize ve deniz hocamıza binlerce teşekkür ederiz Allah sizleri başımızdan eksik etmesin
Turkey,
Nov 29, 2017
Meral Artar Akgül
Bingür hocam hayat kurtaran ellerinizden saygıyla hürmetle öpüyorum 01 09 2010 tarihinde baypas ameliyatı yaptınız sizleri Allah başımızdan eksik etmesin size ve ekibinize çok teşekkürler ALLAH size sağlıklı hayırlı uzun ömürler versin hocam selam sevgi saygılar Allaha emanet olun Hayırlı kandiller
Bingür hocam..hayat kurtaran ellerinizden hürmetle öpüyorum..türkülü ameliyat yapan yüreğinize aşığım..eşinizde doktor sanırım..uzun mutlu,sağlıklı bir ömür dilerim..iyiki bu ülkede varsınız..
Turkey,
Aug 04, 2017
Kamuran Küçükince
Hocam maşallah .Sağlıklı hayırlı ömürler versin Rabbim sizin gibi insanlığa sağlığa hizmet eden güzel yürekli insanlara.Allaha emanet olunuz.
Turkey,
Jun 13, 2017
Mehmet Ali Türkyılmaz
Hocam ülkemiz için büyük bir şans. Rabbim kendisine sağlıklı uzun bir ömür nasip etsin de derman arayanların dermanı olsun inşallah. Kendisi çok iyi bir cerrah öncesinde adam gibi adam saygı ve selamlar hocam
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