DR. CEM YORGANCIOGLU

Prof. Dr. Cem Yorgancıoğlu is a professor of cardiovascular surgery with extensive experience in the surgical treatment of complex heart and vascular diseases. His clinical approach focuses on patient safety, surgical precision and long-term outcomes, combining evidence-based techniques with comprehensive perioperative care. In his role at Memorial Ankara Hospital, he leads a multidisciplinary cardiac team and delivers personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient’s condition and overall health.

Areas of expertise

• Coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) and surgical treatment of coronary artery disease
• Heart valve surgery, including aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement
• Aortic and major vascular surgery, including aneurysm treatment
• Comprehensive care for patients undergoing complex cardiac surgery
• Cardiac surgery services for international patients

Education & qualifications

• M.D., Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara (1978–1984)
• Specialization in Cardiovascular Surgery, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (1986–1991)
• Visiting Fellowship, University of Zurich, Switzerland (1990)

Professional experience

• Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department, Memorial Ankara Hospital (2014–Present)
• Leads the cardiovascular surgery unit and performs a broad range of adult and neonatal heart surgeries.
• Former Head of Cardiovascular Surgery Department, Medicana Ankara Hospital (2008–2014)
• Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Earned professorship in 2006 after serving as an instructor in the department.
• Clinical Director and Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist, Bayındır Ankara Hospital (1992–2003).
• Visiting Fellow, University of Zurich, Switzerland (1990), gaining advanced training in cardiac surgery.
• Author of 100+ peer-reviewed scientific publications and numerous conference presentations on cardiopulmonary bypass, resistant hypertension treatments, perioperative cardiac care, and vascular surgery.