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Prof.Dr. Meltem Refiker

Prof.Dr. Meltem Refiker

English, Turkish
Cardiologist, with 23 years experience

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Prof.Dr. Meltem Refiker

I am a dedicated cardiologist with over 23 years of experience. After completing my medical education at Osmangazi University in Eskişehir in 2001, I pursued my cardiology specialization at the renowned Ankara Yüksek İhtisas Hospital, one of Türkiye’s most respected cardiology institutions. In both 2012 and 2024, I obtained Board Certification in Cardiology from the Turkish Society of Cardiology. To further enhance my skills, I trained in Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP) at the University of Pittsburgh, gaining expertise in this cutting-edge treatment for cardiovascular diseases.
 
Over the years, I have held several prominent roles, including Head of the Cardiology Department at Yüksek İhtisas University from 2019 to 2022, where I mentored future medical professionals and contributed to key research in the field. Currently, I also work as part of the heart transplantation team.
 
My clinical expertise spans heart failure, hypertension, valvular heart diseases, pregnancy-related heart conditions, cardio-oncology, arrhythmia, and advanced echocardiography. I am deeply committed to both clinical excellence and research, with a focus on advancing the treatment of cardiovascular diseases in Türkiye and beyond.
 
As a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiology, the EuroAsia Heart Failure Society, and the European Society of Cardiology, I remain actively involved in the latest developments in cardiology. My passion lies in improving patient outcomes and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in heart care.
 
Memberships:
- Turkısh Society of Cardiology
- Euroasia Heart Failure Society
- European Society of Cardiology

Areas of Interest

  • Heart failure
  • Heart attack
  • Coronary artery disease
  • Hypertension
  • Valvular heart diseases
  • Pregnancy-related heart condition
  • Cardio-oncology
  • Arrhythmia
  • Advanced echocardiography
  • Angina
  • Aortic stenosis
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Heart palpitations

Therapies

 

Education:

Medical university – 1995-2001, Eskisehir Osmangazı University

Certification in specialist Cardiology – 2001-2007, Ankara Yuksek Ihtisas Education and Research Hospital

Specialist Cardiology – 2007-2010, Yalova City Hospital

Certification in EECP – 2012, University of Pittsburgh

Board Certification in cardiology – 2012-2024, Turkish Society of Cardiology

Training & Certificates & Awards:

 
 

PİN.. S…

“We met Dr. Meltem while searching for a second opinion for my sisters heart related treatment. She explained everything in a nice and understandable way and waived off all our questionmarks in our heads. I felt lucky to have found her and got her advice in such a short time as we were literally swamped with a lot of questions and didn't know what to do or how to move going forward with my sisters treatment. I can't thank her enough for all her advice.”

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140 $
Duration 30 Min.