Professional Experience
He has held esteemed positions in both governmental and university hospitals, managing a wide range of pediatric cardiology cases:
- 1999–2003 – Pediatric physician at Merzifon Aviation Medicine Centre
- 2006–2009 – Pediatric cardiologist in the GATA Children’s Cardiology Department
- 2010–2015 – Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Behçet Uz Children’s Hospital (Izmir)
- 2015–2021 – Faculty member in Pediatric Cardiology at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
- Since 2021 – Consultant Pediatric Cardiologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital
Academic Contributions
- Professor of Pediatric Cardiology, guiding training of residents and medical students
- Rich involvement in multidisciplinary teaching on congenital heart diagnosis and neonatal cardiac care
- Regular presenter at Turkish and international pediatric cardiology conferences
- Contributed content to postgraduate courses focusing on fetal heart anomalies and pediatric imaging
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Yozgat provides modern heart care for infants and children, with explanations suited to families:
- Congenital heart defects: ASD, VSD, PDA closure
- Tetralogy of Fallot and aortic coarctation diagnosis and management
- Pediatric heart failure and pulmonary hypertension care
- Cardiac evaluation via echocardiography, ECG, treadmill testing
- Post‑COVID multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS‑C) diagnostics
- Pacemaker implantation and arrhythmia surveillance in small children
Publications and Research
Prof. Dr. Yozgat has authored peer‑reviewed studies on rare heart malformations and inflammatory conditions in children:
Persistent left superior vena cava with ductus venosus agenesis and postnatal bovine aortic arch: Case study discussing prenatal diagnosis and heart surgery outcomes.
Right heart function in children with mild cystic fibrosis: Describes subtle cardiac strain markers and follow‑up implications.
Turk‑MISC study: Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children associated with COVID‑19 (101 cases): Clinical presentations, cardiac involvements and follow‑up findings.
Patient Care Philosophy
- Communicates in clear language to ensure parents understand diagnoses and treatment plans
- Strong belief in shared decision‑making involving families in each step
- Welcomes international families via online pre‑travel consultation, diagnostic review and coordinated care
- Stays connected through outpatient follow‑up whether patients are local or abroad
Professional Affiliations
- Authorized Pediatric Cardiology Specialist by the Turkish Ministry of Health
- Faculty member at Medipol University Faculty of Medicine – recognized for leadership in academic pediatric care
FAQs
- Is Dr. Yılmaz Yozgat board‑certified?
- Yes. He completed pediatric cardiology training and holds full certification recognized by Turkish medical authorities.
- What types of heart conditions does he treat?
- He manages congenital defects like ASD, VSD, PDA, complex cases such as Tetralogy of Fallot, and acquired problems including MIS‑C, arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension.
- Does he see international patients?
- Yes. He offers secure online consultations, cardiac report review before travel, and coordinated care planning through Medipol’s international health services.
- What is a typical consultation process?
- Consults begin with detailed history, physical exam and cardiac imaging. Treatment plans are explained, followed by follow‑up care in hospital or remotely.
- What languages does he speak?
- He is fluent in Turkish and English, enabling effective communication with local and international families.
- Will he follow up after the patient returns home?
- Yes. He continues telemedicine follow‑ups and coordinated evaluations until the family’s care is well established.
