Ertugrul Ercan

Prof. Ertuğrul Ercan is a Professor of Cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology and holds the European Cardiologist Diploma. Dr. Ercan specializes in interventional cardiology, coronary artery disease, and advanced stem cell therapy.

Specialization & Approach

Dr. Ercan treats cardiovascular conditions using both traditional and regenerative methods. He focuses on atherosclerosis, valve diseases, and hypertension. His work includes cardiovascular immunology and the relationship between inflammation and coagulation.

The doctor performs interventional cardiology procedures to treat heart rhythm and blood flow issues. He also provides stem cell therapy for heart diseases. Dr. Ercan uses tools like coronary angiography and echocardiography for diagnosis.

Academic & Clinical Experience

• Medical Director at Medicalpoint International Hospital, İzmir
• Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
• Chief Physician at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University Research and Application Hospital
• Head of the Cardiology Department at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
• Cardiology Specialist at Cleveland Clinic, Department of Cardiology (2002)
• Fellowship at Melbourne, Australia (2009)
• Electrophysiology Laboratory at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine (2003)
• Cardiology Specialist at Central Hospital (2001–2007)
• Academic roles at Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1994–2001)
• Deputy Dean at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University Faculty of Medicine

Education & Training

• 1988 – Ege University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree
• 1994 – Ege University – Specialization in Internal Medicine
• 1997 – Ege University – Specialization in Cardiology
• 2007 – Associate Professor – Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
• 2009 – Professor of Medicine – Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University

Professional Memberships

• European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI)
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC)
• Turkish Society of Cardiology (Interventional, Invasive, and Congenital Working Groups)
• Vascular Biology Working Group
• Turkish Hypertension and Atherosclerosis Association
• Association for the Fight Against Hypertension
• Certified Hypertension Specialist

University Leadership Roles

Dr. Ercan led several administrative bodies at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University. For instance, he served as Director of the Health Services Vocational School. He also worked as the Erasmus Academic Unit Coordinator. Additionally, he was a member of the Faculty Ethics Committee and Education Commission.