Dr. Ahmet Yavuz Balcı

Professor Dr. Ahmet Yavuz Balcı is a distinguished cardiac and vascular surgeon based in Istanbul, where he practices at the Göztepe Bağdat Clinic in Kadıköy. With a robust academic background and a professorial title, he brings a blend of scholarly insight and hands‑on surgical expertise to every patient encounter. His practice is anchored in the latest advances in heart surgery, ensuring that patients receive care that is both evidence‑based and forward‑thinking. Dr. Balcı’s career is marked by a deep commitment to minimally invasive cardiac surgery. He has pioneered the Ozaki procedure, a valve‑preserving technique that uses the patient’s own tissue to reconstruct the aortic valve, and has performed thousands of successful aortic valve replacements, coronary bypasses, and mitral valve repairs. His extensive experience spans both open and closed approaches, allowing him to tailor the most appropriate strategy for each individual case. The clinic offers a comprehensive suite of services, including the Ozaki procedure, minimally invasive aortic valve replacement, coronary artery bypass grafting, and mitral valve repair and replacement. Each procedure is performed with meticulous precision, leveraging small incisions and advanced imaging to reduce recovery time, minimize blood loss, and eliminate visible scarring. Patients benefit from shorter hospital stays, quicker return to daily activities, and a smoother overall recovery trajectory. Beyond technical skill, Dr. Balcı is renowned for his compassionate, patient‑centered approach. He takes the time to explain complex medical information in clear, accessible language, ensuring that patients feel informed and empowered throughout their treatment journey. By combining cutting‑edge surgical techniques with a warm, supportive bedside manner, he strives to deliver not only excellent clinical outcomes but also peace of mind and confidence for every patient who walks through his doors.