Prof. Dr. Erkan Kuralay

Prof. Dr. Erkan Kuralay is a respected and experienced Cardiovascular Surgery specialist working at A Life Health Group Ankara Hospital. He has adopted the principle of providing his patients with the most current medical knowledge and a high level of expertise.

Prof. Dr. Kuralay's specialty covers the surgical treatment of various diseases related to the heart and circulatory system. His extensive experience over the years has given him the ability to successfully perform complex surgical procedures. He has particularly specialized in important areas such as coronary artery surgery, heart valve surgery, and aortic surgery.

Born in Aydın, Prof. Dr. Erkan Kuralay was born on February 17, 1963.

Prof. Dr. Erkan Kuralay stands out with his expertise in cardiovascular surgery. He has performed over 1000 successful surgical interventions in procedures requiring high-level expertise, such as bypass surgeries, aortic vessel repair, and heart valve repairs using the Ozaki technique, achieving significant surgical successes in Turkey in this field.

Since 2018, Prof. Dr. Erkan Kuralay has been serving as the Head of the Cardiovascular Center at A Life Sağlık Grubu. In this important position, he combines his knowledge and leadership skills to achieve successful outcomes.

Prof. Dr. Erkan Kuralay is a physician distinguished by his expertise in cardiovascular surgery and the responsibilities he holds at A Life Sağlık Grubu.

As a Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist, I would like to provide information about my specialty and areas of interest. Cardiovascular surgery is a critical medical field that encompasses the surgical treatment of a wide range of diseases affecting the heart and circulatory system. As cardiovascular surgeons, we work meticulously to restore our patients’ health and improve their quality of life.

My main areas of interest and specialized treatment methods related to heart and vascular health are as follows:

With my experience and expertise in Cardiovascular Surgery, I would like to emphasize that heart and vascular surgery operations play a critical role in treating life-threatening diseases. These surgeries not only extend patients' lifespans but also significantly improve their quality of life.

The main surgeries performed in Cardiovascular Surgery and their importance are as follows: