Chris Iskander, MD
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- Medical School: University of North Carolina School of Medicine
- Residency: University of North Carolina School of Medicine Pediatric Residency
- Fellowship: Sisters of St Mary Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital
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Why did you decide to pursue pediatric cardiology?
Early in medical school I recognized I wanted to care for kids and their families. As I got later into training, I realized that pediatric cardiology provided me the best opportunity to take care of sick kids, while also developing longitudinal relationships
with my patients and their families. Additionally, the complexity of the pathophysiology is intellectually stimulating and the broad range of clinical settings (cath lab, clinic, on service, etc) in which we interface with it makes it that much more
appealing.
What made you decide to come to Children's Hospital for your advanced fellowship?
I was looking for a program that had high patient volumes, a diverse patient population, and exposure to adult congenital cardiac catheterization. Outside of the hospital, I wanted a city that my wife and daughters could enjoy. These factors made CHCO
and Denver the perfect fit.
What are your hobbies and what do you like to do in your spare time?
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my wife, two daughters (2y and 9m) and our dog. We love cheering on all UNC sports teams (Go Tar Heels!), trying to find the best ethnic restaurants, and traveling internationally. Of course we’re also
looking forward to doing all the stereotypical CO activities and possibly exploring other parts of the Mountain West.
Mehmet Kucuk, MD
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- Medical School: Hacettepe University
- Medical School Residency: Dr Behcet Uz Pediatrics and Surgery Training and Research Hospital/ Turkey
- Fellowship: Istanbul Siyami Ersek Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
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Why did you decide to pursue pediatric cardiology?
To save lives, improve quality of life, and extend lives of children with heart problems. The profession suits my nature as it is visual, exciting, and offers much to discover.
What made you decide to come to Children's Hospital for your advanced fellowship?
The chance to work with world-renowned experts, cutting edge imaging modalities and techniques in pediatric interventional cardiology, inclusive and professional work environment
What are your hobbies and what do you like to do in your spare time?
Playing soccer, swimming, reading books, picnic & BBQ party