Professional Experience
Prof. Dr. Öner has held progressive clinical and leadership roles in pediatric cardiology across major Turkish hospitals.
- 2017–Present: Pediatric Cardiology Specialist, Memorial Şişli and Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, Istanbul
- 2014–2017: Head of Department and Clinic Manager, Child Heart Diseases, Private GOP Hospital (Istanbul New Century University)
- 2008–2014: Clinic Chief, Pediatric Cardiology, Koşuyolu Heart Hospital, Istanbul
- 2004–2007: Faculty Member, Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
- 2000–2004: Faculty Member, Department of Child Health and Diseases, Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
- 1997–2000: Child Health and Diseases Specialist, Kadıköy Healing Hospital, Istanbul
Academic Contributions
- Teaching Positions: Professor and lecturer at Istanbul University, Trakya University, and Istanbul New Century University
- Workshops and Lectures: Invited speaker at national and international pediatric cardiology symposia
- Research Interests: Interventional techniques for congenital heart defects, long-term outcomes in corrective surgery, non-invasive imaging modalities
- Course Development: Developer of hands-on training modules in pediatric catheterization and echocardiography
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Dr. Öner treats a wide range of pediatric heart conditions, using both interventional and surgical approaches.
- Congenital Heart Defects: Tetralogy of Fallot, ventricular septal defects, atrial septal defects
- Interventional Cardiology: Balloon valvuloplasty, device closure of septal defects
- Arrhythmias: Diagnosis and catheter-based ablation of tachyarrhythmias
- Heart Failure in Children: Medical management and decision-making for advanced therapies
Publications and Research
Prof. Dr. Öner has authored numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to key book chapters in pediatric cardiology. His work focuses on improving interventional outcomes and understanding long-term sequelae of congenital heart disease. He maintains active profiles on PubMed and ORCID to share his research findings.
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Dr. Öner is dedicated to compassionate, family-centered care, ensuring each child and their guardians are fully informed and involved in treatment decisions.
- Communication: Explains complex cardiac conditions in clear, age-appropriate language
- Empathy: Prioritizes emotional support for patients and families during diagnosis and treatment
- International Patients: Provides tele-consultations and personalized care plans for families abroad
- Success Stories: High rates of procedural success with minimal complications and excellent long-term follow-up
Professional Affiliations
- Member, Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
- Member, Turkish Society of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery
- Member, Turkish Society of Cardiology
- Board-certified in Pediatric Cardiology (Turkey)
FAQs
- Is Dr. Cevat Naci Öner board-certified?
- Yes. He holds Turkish board certification in pediatric cardiology after completing accredited training and examinations.
- What types of procedures does he perform?
- He performs both interventional catheterizations (e.g., balloon valvuloplasty, device closures) and collaborates on surgical repairs of complex congenital defects.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. He offers online pre-consultations, coordinates referrals, and designs individualized treatment plans for patients from around the world.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Hospitalization ranges from one to several days depending on the complexity of the procedure and the child’s recovery progress.
- What languages does he speak?
- Prof. Dr. Öner is fluent in Turkish and English, ensuring clear communication with international families.
- How can I schedule a consultation?
- Consultations can be arranged through Memorial Ataşehir Hospital’s international patient department or via Bookimed’s referral service.
