Professional Experience
His clinical journey includes both community service and advanced hospital roles:
- General practitioner in Van’s Özalp district (2010–2011) and Erciş District (2016–2018) under state service obligations
- Specialist Cardiologist at Avicenna International Hospital, Istanbul, since August 2018
- Conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including echocardiography, angiography, angioplasty, and pacemaker checks
Academic Contributions
Dr. Maraşlı actively engages in professional training and education:
- Leads internal training and echocardiography workshops at Avicenna International Hospital
- Mentors junior doctors in diagnostic and interventional cardiology techniques
- Participates in cardiology forums, case discussions, and hospital-based teaching events
Areas of Expertise
He provides comprehensive care for a range of cardiovascular disorders:
- Echocardiography – detailed imaging of heart structure and function using ultrasound
- Coronary angiography & angioplasty – diagnosing and treating blocked arteries with catheters, balloons, and stents
- Hypertension management – both acute and chronic high blood pressure care, including ambulatory monitoring
- Heart failure – diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing monitoring
- Valve diseases – assessment and coordination of valve repair or replacement interventions
- Arrhythmia evaluation – Holter monitoring, event recorders, stress testing
- Peripheral vascular and pulmonary hypertension – evaluation and management of circulatory conditions
Publications and Research
Dr. Maraşlı has contributed to international clinical research efforts:
He served as an assistant researcher in major trials such as the TRUE-AHF study on acute decompensated heart failure and the Canakinumab Anti-inflammatory Therapy trial for atherosclerosis.
Although no personal peer‑reviewed publications are publicly listed, his involvement in these trials underlines his commitment to evidence‑based cardiology.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Maraşlı emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and effective communication:
- Believes in clear explanations: ensures patients fully understand their condition, treatment options, and recovery plans
- Supports international patients with multilingual staff assistance and online pre‑consultations
- Demonstrates cultural sensitivity for Istanbul’s diverse patient population
- Maintains positive feedback for professionalism, calm demeanor during procedures, and personalized follow‑up care
Professional Affiliations
He maintains strong professional credentials through national and international memberships:
- Member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology
- Member of the European Society of Cardiology
- Licensed as a specialist cardiologist by the Turkish Ministry of Health
FAQs
- Is Dr. Mehmet Maraşlı board‑certified?
- Yes. He completed a full cardiology specialty at Cumhuriyet University (2011–2016) and is officially licensed as a specialist by the Turkish Ministry of Health.
- What cardiovascular conditions does he treat?
- He treats a wide range of heart and vascular conditions, including hypertension, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, high cholesterol, heart failure, valve disorders, peripheral vascular disease, and pulmonary hypertension.
- What diagnostic and therapeutic procedures does he offer?
- Dr. Maraşlı performs:
- Electrocardiography (ECG) and stress ECG
- Echocardiography (ECHO)
- Coronary angiography and angioplasty with balloon and stent
- Coronary CT angiography (CCTA)
- Cardiovascular stress tests (MPI, ECG, ECHO)
- Holter ECG monitoring (24/48/72 hours)
- Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)
- Pacemaker check and adjustment
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. Avicenna International Hospital provides multilingual support, and Dr. Maraşlı offers online pre-consultations and telemedicine follow-up for patients from abroad.
- How long is a typical hospital stay?
- Diagnostic procedures like angiography typically require a 1–2 day stay. Interventions such as angioplasty may require 2–4 days depending on individual treatment needs.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Maraşlı speaks Turkish. The international patient department at the hospital provides assistance in English, German, Russian, Arabic, French, Bulgarian, and Romanian.
- How can I make an appointment?
- You can book a consultation via Avicenna International Hospital’s international patient services or through medical tourism facilitators such as Bookimed or Book Clinics.
