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Riza Turkoz

Riza Turkoz

Pediatric Treatment

39+

Years of Experience

About Riza Turkoz

<h3><strong>Education and Specialization</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>1982 - 1987</strong>: Ege University Faculty of Medicine</li><li><strong>1987 - 1993</strong>: İzmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital – Specialization</li></ul><h3><strong>Experience</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>1993 - 1996</strong>: İzmir Atatürk State Hospital – Specialist Doctor</li><li><strong>1996 - 1998</strong>: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine – Assistant Professor</li><li><strong>1998 - 2001</strong>: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professor</li><li><strong>2001 - 2005</strong>: Başkent University Adana Practice and Research Hospital – Associate Professor</li><li><strong>2006 - 2007</strong>: Başkent University Adana Practice and Research Hospital – Professor</li><li><strong>2007 - 2013</strong>: Başkent University Istanbul Practice and Research Hospital – Professor</li><li><strong>2013 - 2015</strong>: Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul – Professor</li><li><strong>2015 - Present</strong>: Acıbadem Bakırköy Hospital, Istanbul – Professor</li></ul>

Good to know

Speciality

Pediatric TreatmentHeart Care/Surgery

Language Spoken

English

Awards

  • Turkish Society of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery
  • Adult Congenital Heart Disease Association
  • Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

Pediatric cardiologist

2015 – Present: Professor at Acıbadem Bakırköy Hospital, Istanbul

2013 – 2015: Professor at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul

2007 – 2013: Professor at Başkent University Istanbul Practice and Research Hospital

2006 – 2007: Professor at Başkent University Adana Practice and Research Hospital

2001 – 2005: Associate Professor at Başkent University Adana Practice and Research Hospital

1998 – 2001: Associate Professor at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine

1996 – 1998: Assistant Professor at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine

1993 – 1996: Specialist Doctor at İzmir Atatürk State Hospital

All Procedures

Performed by Riza Turkoz

Pediatric Treatment

Pediatric Treatment

Pediatric treatment abroad provides specialized medical and surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents including pediatric cardiac surgery, oncology, neurology, orthopedics, and neonatology at internationally accredited children's hospitals. Child-friendly environments and family-centered care models support both patients and their caregivers throughout treatment. Specialized [pediatric care](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/pediatric-treatment/united-states) is often unavailable or unaffordable in many countries. Complex pediatric surgeries that cost $50,000 to $150,000 at home may be available for $8,000 to $30,000 abroad at equally accredited children's hospitals with fellowship-trained pediatric subspecialists. [Leading international pediatric centers](https://curemeabroad.com/) offer multidisciplinary pediatric teams, family accommodation support, and international patient coordinators experienced in managing the logistical and emotional needs of overseas families. Parents consistently report receiving more accessible specialist care and more thorough communication than they experienced at home. The pediatric subspecialist's training and the hospital's NICU and pediatric ICU capabilities are the most critical factors. Confirm your child's treating physician is fellowship-trained in the specific pediatric specialty. Family involvement in care, nutritional support, and psychological preparation for procedures significantly impacts pediatric recovery outcomes.

Heart Care/Surgery

Heart Care/Surgery

Heart care and surgery abroad covers coronary artery bypass grafting, [valve repair and replacement](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/heart-care-surgery/heart-valve-replacement-surgery), [angioplasty](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/heart-care-surgery/angioplasty) and stenting, structural heart interventions, and cardiac electrophysiology at internationally accredited cardiac centers. Options range from interventional cardiology procedures to complex open-heart surgery using minimally invasive approaches. Cardiac surgery is among the most expensive medical procedures in many countries. A coronary artery bypass that costs $80,000 to $150,000 at home may be available for $10,000 to $25,000 abroad at equally accredited cardiac hospitals with experienced cardiac surgeons and intensive care facilities. Leading international cardiac centers offer shorter waiting times, hybrid operating theaters, advanced cardiac imaging, and comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation programs. Patients consistently report receiving more attentive perioperative care and thorough follow-up than they experienced at home. The cardiac surgeon's experience and the hospital's cardiac ICU capabilities are the most critical factors. Confirm the surgeon's annual bypass or valve procedure volume. Adherence to cardiac rehabilitation, medication protocols, dietary changes, and regular follow-up echocardiography directly determines long-term cardiac outcomes.

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