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Cardiology and Heart Surgery at Memorial Hospitals, Turkey

Turkey's leading cardiovascular centres, performing 3,600+ adult and paediatric heart surgeries and 12,000 angiographies annually, supported by internationally trained cardiologists, and cardiovascular surgeons.

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Memorial Healthcare Group
99% success rate in heart and blood vessel operations

Why International Patients Choose Memorial for Heart Surgery

Memorial's Cardiac Health Centres in Istanbul, Ankara and Antalya operate as fully integrated units where cardiology and cardiovascular surgery work side by side.
Memorial's Cardiac Health Centres in Istanbul, Ankara, and Antalya operate as fully integrated units where cardiology and cardiovascular surgery work side by side.
  • 99% success rate in cardiovascular surgery at Memorial Bahcelievler.
  • Dedicated children's cardiovascular operating theatre & ICU.
  • Turkey's first robotic coronary bypass & radiofrequency ablation for arrhythmia.
  • 12,000+ coronary angiographies performed each year.
  • 2,500 specialty heart surgeries from newborns to elderly patients.
  • Turkey's first AESOP robotic coronary bypass surgery.

Heart Surgery Technology in Turkey at Memorial

In heart surgery, the precision of the equipment directly affects your surgical outcome, recovery time, and long-term results.
  • Da Vinci Robotic Surgery
  • Hybrid Cardiac OT
  • AESOP Robotic Arm
  • 3D Cardiac MRI
  • Coronary CT Angiography
  • Electrophysiology Mapping
  • Drug-Eluting Coronary Stents
  • EECP (External Counterpulsation)

Heart Surgery and Treatments at Memorial Hospitals in Turkey

Each cardiac treatment plan is based on your diagnosis, symptoms, and heart risk, with care guided by international cardiovascular standards.
Coronary Bypass Surgery Restores blood flow to the heart by using healthy blood vessels to bypass blocked arteries. Inquire
TAVI Replaces a narrowed aortic valve through a catheter without opening the chest. Inquire
Heart Valve Repair and Replacement Repairs or replaces damaged heart valves to restore healthy blood flow. Inquire
MitraClip And TriClip A catheter based valve repair that reduces leakage without open heart surgery. Inquire
Coronary Angioplasty and Stent Placement Opens narrowed heart arteries using a balloon and stent. Inquire
Cardiac Ablation for Arrhythmia Treats abnormal heart rhythm by destroying the tissue causing it. Inquire
Pacemaker and Defibrillator Implantation Implants a device that controls heart rhythm or protects against dangerous arrhythmias. Inquire
Paediatric Heart Surgery Treats heart defects present from birth in babies, children, and teenagers. Inquire
Aortic Aneurysm Treatment Repairs a weakened section of the aorta before rupture or dissection occurs. Inquire
Varicose Vein Treatment Treats damaged leg veins that cause pain, swelling, or visible bulging veins. Inquire

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Care Journey for International Patients

Your cancer treatment journey made simple and stress-free in 5 easy steps
  • 1
    Online inquiry & medical files upload Share your medical reports for review. It takes less than a minute.
  • 2
    Doctor review & treatment plan Within 24hrs you will receive treatment options & a preliminary plan before travel.
  • 3
    Travel coordination We arrange your visa, flights, and accommodation.
  • 4
    Treatment phase Full care under a dedicated case manager.
  • 5
    Start your treatment Begin treatment with full support from our care team.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question? Our support team is here to guide you through each step of your treatment journey with personal care and attention.
How do I contact the international patient support team for heart surgery at Memorial Hospitals?

Appointments, cardiac consultations, and heart surgery planning at Memorial Hospitals in Istanbul, Ankara, and Antalya are coordinated through the International Patient Care team, which supports international patients before, during, and after travel.

The team is available 24/7 and can arrange in-person cardiac appointments, online video consultations with cardiologists and cardiac surgeons, second medical opinions, and full treatment coordination including accommodation and airport transfers.

How long will I need to stay in Turkey for heart surgery?

The length of stay depends on the type of cardiac procedure. Below is a breakdown by treatment.

  • Coronary angiography or stent placement: 2 to 3 days
  • Cardiac ablation: 2 to 4 days
  • Pacemaker implantation: 3 to 5 days
  • TAVI: 5 to 7 days
  • MitraClip or TriClip: 5 to 7 days
  • Heart valve surgery: 2 to 3 weeks
  • Coronary bypass surgery: 3 to 4 weeks
  • Paediatric congenital heart surgery: 2 to 4 weeks depending on complexity

Memorial's international patient team provides a detailed treatment timeline before departure so you can plan flights and accommodation.

What heart procedures are available at Memorial Hospitals?

Memorial's Cardiac Health Centres offer a full range of adult and paediatric heart treatments.

  • Coronary artery bypass grafting (open, minimally invasive, robotic)
  • TAVI (transcatheter aortic valve implantation)
  • Heart valve repair and replacement (open, minimally invasive, robotic)
  • MitraClip and TriClip (interventional valve repair)
  • Coronary angiography and stent placement
  • Cardiac ablation (radiofrequency and cryoablation)
  • Pacemaker and ICD implantation
  • ASD, VSD, and PDA closure (catheter and surgical)
  • Paediatric congenital heart surgery (Tetralogy of Fallot, transposition, and other defects)
Why is Memorial Hospitals considered one of the best in Turkey for heart surgery?

Memorial's Cardiac Health Centres perform 3,600 cardiovascular surgeries and 12,000 angiographies per year, with a 99% success rate in heart and blood vessel operations. The group pioneered both robotic coronary bypass surgery (AESOP) and radiofrequency ablation for arrhythmia in Turkey.

  • JCI accredited (first in Turkey, 21st globally) with uninterrupted accreditation since 2002
  • Interventional cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, paediatric heart surgery, and electrophysiology under one roof
  • Procedures include TAVI, MitraClip, TriClip, coronary bypass (open, minimally invasive, and robotic), and congenital heart defect correction
  • Paediatric cardiovascular surgery led by Prof. Dr. Hakan Ceyran at Memorial Atasehir
  • Cardiac surgeons use 9x magnification, thermal cameras, and 3D imaging during operations
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