Rifat Eralp Ulusoy

Prof. Dr. Rifat Eralp Ulusoy is a cardiologist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. He has authored over 125 academic papers with 1,400 citations.

Cardiac Imaging and Specialization

Dr. Ulusoy focuses on clinical cardiology and advanced cardiac imaging. He performs echocardiography and transesophageal echocardiography — a test that uses ultrasound to create detailed images of the heart from the esophagus. The doctor also uses stress echocardiography to assess heart function. These methods help him treat heart valve diseases and cardiomyopathies.

The physician treats hypertension and heart failure. He also treats pericardial diseases and heart valve infections. Dr. Ulusoy provides cardiac care for patients with heart tumors. He monitors the heart health of cancer patients during treatment.

Clinical Focus and Patient Care

Dr. Ulusoy treats heart disease in women during pregnancy. He also specializes in cardiology for patients with chronic kidney failure. The specialist provides heart care for those undergoing dialysis. He treats arrhythmias, coronary artery disease, and pulmonary hypertension.

Academic Research and Experience

The doctor has published more than 125 scientific papers. His research works have reached over 1,400 citations. He has held academic roles at centers in Turkey and the USA.

Professional Memberships

• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC)