Dr. Ahmet Bülent Polat, MD, is a distinguished pediatric cardiovascular surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. With over 39 years of experience, he specializes in pediatric heart surgery, focusing on complex congenital heart anomalies.
Full Name: Dr. Ahmet Bülent Polat, MD
Years of Experience: Over 39 years
Main Specialty: Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery
Current Hospital: Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Educational Background
High School: Graduated from Sivas High School in 1978, ranking among the top 100 in national university exams
Medical School: Graduated in 1984 from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, as the second most successful student of his term
Residency: Completed Cardiac Surgery residency at the Institute of Cardiology, Istanbul University (1986–1991)
Fellowship: Specialized training in aortic surgery at Onze-Lieve-Vrouw Hospital, Belgium (1994–1995)
Current Position: Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital since 1995
Previous Roles: Cardiac Surgery Resident at Istanbul University’s Institute of Cardiology (1986–1991)
Surgical Experience: Performed nearly 12,000 heart surgeries, including approximately 5,000 pediatric heart surgeries
Academic Contributions
Regular participant in annual meetings of the American Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS)
Contributor to medical literature on pediatric cardiac surgery, including studies on the Fontan procedure
Areas of Expertise
Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: Specializes in surgical treatment of congenital heart anomalies such as ventricular septal defects (VSD), Tetralogy of Fallot, transposition of the great arteries, and single ventricle diseases
Aortic Surgery: Expertise in surgical procedures involving the aorta
Heart Valve Diseases: Surgical management of various heart valve conditions
Publications and Research
Dr. Polat has contributed to several peer-reviewed journals, focusing on pediatric cardiac surgery. Notably, he co-authored a study titled “27 years of experience with the Fontan procedure: characteristics and clinical outcomes of children in a tertiary referral hospital,” which analyzes long-term outcomes of the Fontan operation in children with single ventricle physiology.
His research emphasizes the importance of surgical techniques in improving patient survival and reducing complications in complex congenital heart diseases.
Patient Care Philosophy
Patient-Centered Approach: Emphasizes clear communication and empathy to ensure families are well-informed and comfortable with treatment plans
International Patient Services: Offers online pre-consultations and is experienced in treating international patients, ensuring cultural sensitivity and personalized care
Commitment to Excellence: Dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes through meticulous surgical techniques and comprehensive postoperative care
Professional Affiliations
National: Member of the Cardiovascular Surgery Association of Turkey
International: Regular attendee of the American Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS) annual meetings
FAQs
Is Dr. Ahmet Bülent Polat board-certified?
Yes, Dr. Polat is a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon with extensive experience in pediatric heart surgeries.
What types of surgeries does he perform?
He specializes in pediatric cardiac surgeries, including procedures for congenital heart defects, aortic surgeries, and heart valve repairs.
Does he treat international patients?
Yes, Dr. Polat offers services to international patients, including online pre-consultations and culturally sensitive care plans.
How long is the typical hospital stay after pediatric heart surgery?
The length of hospital stay varies depending on the procedure and patient condition, but Dr. Polat ensures comprehensive postoperative care to facilitate recovery.
What languages does he speak?
Dr. Polat is proficient in English and Turkish, enabling effective communication with a diverse patient population.
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Turkey,
Feb 05, 2012
Anonim
Bundan 10 yıl önce canım oğlumun ameliyatını gerçekleştirerek beni çok mutlu eden canım hocama sonsuz teşekkürler ediyorum allah her zaman onu başarılı ve mutlu kılsın daha nice yıllar bizimle olmasını diliyorum,
Turkey,
Jan 31, 2012
ilmak
Bundan tam 10 yıl önce harika bir doktor sayesinde tekrar hayata dönmüş gibi oldum Bülent Bey sayesinde geçirdiğim kapak ameliyatım çok başarılı geçti.1 hafta hastanede kaldım sadece ama o kadar güzel bir ilgi ve güleryüz vardı ki asla ameliyatı olacak olmamın moral bozukluğu sonrasındada yapılan bakımla kısa sürede iyileştim.Herşey çok güzeldi ve yıllar geçmiş olsada doktorum hala her konuda her soruda her olumsuzlukta desteğini eksik etmiyor.Bütün bu yaşadığım güzel şeyler için öncelikle Sevgili Doktor Bülent Polat a daha sonrada hastane personeli ve diğer doktorlara çok teşekkür ediyorum...
15 yıl önce mitral kapak ameliyatı olup kapağım değişmişti.Bir ay önce geçirdiğim gripal enfeksiyonla birlikte yoğun bakımda tedavim yapıldı.Yapılan teşhiste mitral kapağımın işlevini yitirdiği değişmesi gerektiği ayrıca aort kapağında bir uzantı oluşması sonrası daraldığı mutlak operasyon yapılması gerektiği ve bunun çok riskli olduğu söylendi. kardeşimim doktor arkadaşı Semin Diren'in tavsiye ettiği Dr.Bülent Polat ile tanıştık.Süper bir insan Allah ondan razı olsun.Harika bir ameliyat yaptı.Bir gün yoğun bakımda kaldım.Şu an (10.03.2011 saat 10.00)odamda yatıyorum.Sanırım birkaç gün içinde taburcu olurum.Doktorum son derece güven verici ve işini gerçekten çok iyi bilen,araştırmacı ve konusunda oldukca uzman biri.Ellerine sağlık beni tekrar hayata döndürdüğü için kendisine minnettarım.Florence Nightenger hastanesi ekibine de ayrıca teşekkürler.
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