Mr Dincer Aktuerk
Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon
About Dincer Aktuerk
Mr Aktuerk is the Clinical Lead for Minimally Invasive and Robotic Cardiac Surgery Barts Heart Centre in London, the largest cardiac specialist centre in the UK.
Mr Aktuerk is a specialist in minimally invasive (“keyhole”) heart surgery and is one of only two surgeons in the UK, and the only in London, to offer Robotic valve and coronary bypass surgery.
These advanced surgical techniques involves accessing the heart through a keyhole incision rather than conventional open-heart surgery and brings patients from across the globe to benefit from his expertise. This results in a faster recovery time, less post-operative pain, and reduced scarring
Mr Aktuerk works in close collaboration with a team of world-renowned Cardiologists and Cardiac Electrophysiologists across London and the UK providing seamless access to best quality care that's tailored specifically for you.
Expertise
- Minimally Invasive and Robotic Cardiac Surgery
- Including Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Mitral Valve Repair
- and Aortic Valve Replacement
Overview
- Age of patients seen
- 18+
- Qualifications
PhD
FRCS (CTh)
- Languages spoken
- English
- Research highlights
Mr Aktuerk has presented widely at both national and international conferences and is actively engaged in clinical research and innovation. He is Primary Investigator of international Randomized Controlled Trials on mitral valve disease and has a significant number of publications in peer reviewed journals.
- Professional memberships
Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery in Great Britain and Ireland (SCTS)
International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS)
European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS)
British Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (BISMICS)
- Certifications and Awards
SCTS Consultant Scholarship 2021
Consultations and services
Insurers covered
- +5 more
- Allianz Partners
- Bupa International
- Cigna International
- Healix
- Henner
Conditions & symptoms
Locations
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, but only for certain services. Some consultations, assessments, and treatments can be booked directly, while others require a GP or specialist referral. Please check the relevant service page for guidance, and contact the centre if you’re unsure.
We aim to offer appointments as quickly as possible, and many services have same-day or next-day availability. Waiting times vary depending on the appointment type, specialty, and consultant availability, but our team will always offer the earliest suitable appointment.
Yes. You can arrange an appointment for a family member, or someone you care for, just let us know when you get in touch. We’ll need their details and consent to complete the booking, unless you're their legal guardian or have power of attorney.
Your first consultation includes a detailed discussion of your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle factors, followed by a thorough examination. It’s helpful if you can bring the results of any previous investigations with you, as well as a list of your current medications. Come with a comfortably full bladder so you can provide a urine sample if requested.