Summary

Dr. Veli Topkara specializes in cardiovascular disease and surgery, bringing 23 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine. His extensive training has equipped him to handle complex heart conditions and surgical interventions.

Dr. Topkara practices at multiple prestigious locations, including NewYork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center and University of Wisconsin Health University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. He focuses on treating heart failure, including cases with reduced ejection fraction, and coronary artery disease. His surgical expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia procedures for critically ill patients. Patients consistently rate him highly, with an average score of 5.0 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his cardiovascular care.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 23 years of experience
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Veli Kemal Topkara has 8 locations

University Of Wisconsin Health University Hospital

600 Highland AveMadison, WI 53792

Newyork Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns

1283 York Ave Fl 12New York, NY 10065

Vivian And Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center

173 Fort Washington Ave Fl 4New York, NY 10032
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Vivian And Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center

173 Fort Washington AveNew York, NY 10032
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Veli Kemal Topkara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Veli Kemal Topkara has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Surgery
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Wisconsin, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Baylor College Of Medicine

Medical School

Hacettepe Universitesi Tip FakultesiGraduated in 2004
HACETTEPE UNIVERSITESIGraduated in 2003

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Where is Dr. Veli Topkara's office located?
Dr. Veli Topkara's office is located at 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI, 53792.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Veli Topkara affiliated with?
Dr. Veli Topkara is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Newyork Presbyterian Allen Hospital, Newyork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center, University Of Wisconsin Health University Hospital, Newyork Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns, Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and University Of Wisconsin Health University Hospital.

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