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Summary
Dr. Veli Topkara is a cardiovascular disease specialist and surgeon with 23 years of experience treating complex heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine. His dual expertise in both cardiovascular medicine and surgery allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients with serious heart problems.
Dr. Topkara practices at multiple prestigious medical centers, including NewYork-Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center and University of Wisconsin Health University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. He specializes in treating heart failure, including heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, and various forms of cardiomyopathy. His surgical and medical expertise enables him to perform essential diagnostic procedures such as comprehensive metabolic panels and creatinine tests to monitor heart and kidney function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Topkara highly, giving …him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Topkara practices at multiple prestigious medical centers, including NewYork-Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center and University of Wisconsin Health University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. He specializes in treating heart failure, including heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, and various forms of cardiomyopathy. His surgical and medical expertise enables him to perform essential diagnostic procedures such as comprehensive metabolic panels and creatinine tests to monitor heart and kidney function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Topkara highly, giving …him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 23 years of experience
- Baylor College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 7 hospital affiliations
- 8 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Veli Kemal Topkara has 8 locationsUniversity Of Wisconsin Health University Hospital
600 Highland AveMadison, WI 53792 Tel: (608) 263-6400
Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center
622 W 168th StNew York, NY 10032 Tel: (212) 305-2500
NewYork-Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center
173 Fort Washington AveNew York, NY 10032Newyork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center
525 E 68th StNew York, NY 10065 Tel: (212) 746-5454
Newyork Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns
1283 York Ave Fl 12New York, NY 10065 Tel: (212) 746-5454
Vivian And Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center
173 Fort Washington Ave Fl 4New York, NY 10032Mon9:00 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 Tel: (877) 697-9355
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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| Dr. Veli Kemal Topkara, MD | Dr. Jonathan C Makielski, MD | Heidi K Allen-Bregman | Dr. Jeffrey Todd Vassalli JR. |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Nurse Practitioner | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 23 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| Madison , WI | Fitchburg , WI | Madison , WI | Monona , WI |
| Med School: Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi | Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine | Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Veli Kemal Topkara
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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
Certifications, License, & Education
23 Years Experience
Dr. Veli Kemal Topkara holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Wisconsin and New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Baylor College Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi in 2004 and HACETTEPE UNIVERSITESI in 2003.
NPI Number
Dr. Topkara's NPI number is 1497085609.
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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.
- 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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