Complex Arrhythmia Ablation
Mechanism-driven mapping and ablation for atrial and ventricular arrhythmias.
- Atrial fibrillation and atrial tachycardia
- SVT, AVNRT, accessory pathways
- Ventricular tachycardia and PVCs
Professor of Cardiology · Clinical Electrophysiology
Prof. Dr. Serkan Çay
Advanced Cardiac Electrophysiology
Comprehensive care for complex cardiac arrhythmias through contemporary catheter ablation, cardiac implantable electronic device therapy, conduction system pacing, and transvenous lead extraction.
Radiofrequency · Cryo · PFAPacemaker · ICD · CRTLBBAP · Lead Extraction
University of Health SciencesAnkara City Hospital · Division of Arrhythmia & Electrophysiology
Clinical & academic profile
Precision in rhythm care. Depth in electrophysiology.
Professor of Cardiology at the University of Health Sciences, Ankara City Hospital. His clinical and academic practice encompasses complex arrhythmia ablation, device implantation and management, physiologic pacing, and lead extraction.
2018Professor of Cardiology
576CV-listed academic works
3Ablation energy platforms
4Professional societies
Areas of expertise
An integrated electrophysiology practice
From mechanism-based diagnosis and three-dimensional mapping to advanced device therapy and complex system extraction.
Contemporary Energy Sources
Individualized selection of established and emerging ablation technologies.
- Radiofrequency ablation
- Cryoballoon / cryoablation
- Pulsed field ablation
Pacemaker, ICD & CRT
Device selection, implantation, programming, revision and longitudinal management.
- Bradycardia pacing
- ICD therapies
- CRT-P and CRT-D
Conduction System Pacing
Physiologic pacing strategies designed to preserve or restore ventricular synchrony.
- Left bundle branch area pacing
- His bundle pacing
- Complex venous anatomy
Transvenous Lead Extraction
Risk-oriented management of infected, dysfunctional or no-longer-required CIED systems.
- Mechanical extraction techniques
- Complex lead management
- Reimplantation strategy
Advanced EP Consultation
Second opinions and tailored planning for challenging rhythm and device cases.
- Complex ECG/EGM interpretation
- Redo procedures
- Multidisciplinary planning
ABLATIONRF · Cryo · PFA
MAPPING3D electroanatomic systems
DEVICESPacemaker · ICD · CRT
PHYSIOLOGIC PACINGHis · LBBAP
EXTRACTIONTransvenous lead management
Selected research
Recent contributions to cardiac electrophysiology
Selected recent work spanning ablation techniques, conduction system pacing, device therapy and lead extraction.
Fusion, Pseudofusion, and PseudoPseudofusion in a Dual-Chamber Pacemaker: From Confusion to Clarity in a Single Image.
Turk Kardiyol Dern Ars
Cryoballoon Pulmonary Vein Isolation via a Single Right Internal Jugular Approach Using Fluoroscopy Alone in a Patient with Bilateral LowerExtremity Venous Occlusion.
Turk Kardiyol Dern Ars
Electrode Detachment and Coronary Embolization from an Achieve™ Circular Mapping Catheter During Cryoballoon Ablation.
Turk Kardiyol Dern Ars
Changes in VA Intervals With Bundle Branch Block Aberration During Supraventricular Tachycardia: Wenckebach or Coumel Phenomenon?
Pacing Clin Electrophysiol
Left bundle branch area pacing in a patient with persistent left superior vena cava.
J Interv Card Electrophysiol
Impact of frailty on outcomes after ventricular tachycardia ablation: A prospective observational study.
J Interv Card Electrophysiol
Influence of proton pump inhibitors on the incidence and clinical course of oesophageal fistula following catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation: a subanalysis of the POTTER-AF study.
Europace
Wide QRS Complex Tachycardia With Alternating Bundle Branch Block Morphologies: What Is the Mechanism?
J Cardiovasc Electrophysiol
Academic output
Searchable publication archive
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Education & appointments
Academic background
Medical training, specialist education, academic appointments and professional society memberships.
Education & Appointments
1995–2002
Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine (English Program)
2002–2007
Cardiology specialty training, Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital
2012
Associate Professor of Cardiology
2018
Professor of Cardiology
2019–Present
Faculty Member, University of Health Sciences, Ankara City Hospital
Professional Memberships
Turkish Society of Cardiology
European Society of Cardiology
European Heart Rhythm Association
Heart Rhythm Society
Academic Profiles
Media & professional highlights
News, education and clinical outreach
Selected press coverage, institutional announcements, educational programs and professional social-media highlights.
News27.11.2019
International collaboration in arrhythmia care
In an interview for Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Week, Prof. Dr. Serkan Çay discussed atrial fibrillation diagnosis and treatment and highlighted the Ankara City Hospital Arrhythmia Team’s national and international educational collaborations.
MedimagazinOpen source ↗
News05.01.2025
Cryoablation program supported in Batman
Batman Training and Research Hospital reported the successful launch of a cryoablation program for atrial fibrillation, with Prof. Dr. Serkan Çay providing procedural support and expertise.
Batman GazetesiOpen source ↗
EducationInstagram
Left bundle branch pacing education
A professional education program focused on contemporary left bundle branch area pacing techniques and practical implantation experience.
Professional educationOpen source ↗
Social mediaInstagram
Contemporary pacemaker implantation
A professional social-media feature highlighting modern pacemaker implantation and left bundle branch area pacing in clinical practice.
Clinical highlightOpen source ↗
InstitutionalAnkara City Hospital
Institutional recognition of the arrhythmia team
An official Ankara City Hospital announcement highlighting the work and achievements of the cardiac arrhythmia team.
Official Facebook pageOpen source ↗
Patient & visitor experiences
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Contact
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Department of Cardiology, Division of Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology
Emailinfo@profdrserkancay.com.bilkentaritmi.com.trTelephone+90 505 501 7288
InstitutionUniversity of Health Sciences, Ankara City Hospital
AddressYuksek Ihtisas Cardiovascular Building, Bilkent, 06800 Cankaya, Ankara, Türkiye
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