Hakan Paydak, M.D. Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Primary Appointment Location
Cardiology Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center
(Part of the Heart Center)
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Adult Heart Care
- Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
About Dr. Paydak
Clinical Biography
Hakan Paydak, M.D., is professor of medicine and director of cardiac electrophysiology program and laboratory at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in Ankara, Turkey, and trained in cardiology and clinical cardiac electrophysiology at Case Western Reserve University Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, and University of Chicago Hospital in Illinois.
Prior to joining UAMS faculty in 2009, Dr. Paydak was on staff at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular diseases and clinical cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Paydak is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, a member of Cardiac Electrophysiology Society, American College of Physicians and the American Society of Internal Medicine.
Resources Related to Dr. Paydak
Student Doesn’t Miss a Beat with New Leadless Pacemaker (Article)
Kathi Clevenger was diagnosed with arrhythmia, but with the help of a lead pacemaker she was able to go back to school and continue her education journey.
Read the Article
Marathoner Thanks Heart Team at UAMS (Video)
Sixty days after a sudden cardiac arrest, Jon Norcross of Little Rock finished a half marathon. It was an exceptional journey to recovery.
Watch the VideoDr. Paydak's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Internal Medicine
- Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Electrophysiology and Cardiology - Residency
- Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Internal Medicine - Fellowship
- Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Electrophysiology - Fellowship
- University Hospital of Utrecht
Electrophysiology - Fellowship
- Gazi University Hospital
Cardiology - Residency
- Gazi University Hospital
Internal Medicine - Medical School
- University of Hacettepe
Medicine
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine — Internal Medicine
- American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine — Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Associations
- American College of Cardiology
- Cardiac Electrophysiology Society
- American Society of Internal Medicine
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Paydak
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Paydak
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Paydak's Areas of Expertise
Adult Heart Care
Trust your heart to the UAMS Health specialists, offering both surgical and minimally-invasive procedures to keep your heart in peak performance.
Cardiac Electrophysiology (Part of Adult Heart Care)
The heart is one of the body's most unique muscles. Always pumping, it keeps a steady pace and does its duty of supplying blood to muscles, organs, and tissues.
Locations Where Dr. Paydak Practices
Cardiology Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center (Part of the Heart Center) , Primary Location
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
Heart Center
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-5311
New and Returning Patients
Cardiology Clinic in El Dorado (Part of the Family Medical Center in El Dorado)
620 W. Grove St.
Grove Medical Complex
Suite 202
El Dorado, AR 71730
- Appointment Phone Number
- 870-639-9939
New and Returning Patients
Cardiology Clinic in Batesville (Part of Family Medical Center in Batesville)
1993 Harrison St.
Batesville, AR 72501
- Appointment Phone Number
- 870-793-2540
New and Returning Patients
Comment
I had a few questions concerning my diagnosis. The assistant was very attentive and when my doctor, DR Paydak, came in, he addressed them, answered in a way I understood and followed up to make sure I understood.
Date
Apr 30, 2026Comment
Dr.Paydak takes good care of me.
Date
Apr 19, 2026Comment
Dr. Paypak was kind and took the time to listen to my concerns and problems. Then we set a course of action.
Date
Apr 06, 2026Comment
The doctors examined and explained my overall condition had improved since I had been diagnosed with my condition and it was great
Date
Apr 03, 2026Comment
Both Dr. Paydak and his resident were very concerned and offered full explanation about my upcoming replacement of pacemaker battery pack.
Date
Mar 12, 2026Comment
They answered all my questions that I could understand
Date
Mar 12, 2026Comment
Excellent experience with both the Resident and Attending MD.
Date
Mar 12, 2026Comment
I've told everyone how amazing UAMS was, from scheduling the appointment to Dr. Paydak. Truly can't tell yall how much my husband and I appreciated everyone we've been in contact with there.
Date
Feb 28, 2026Comment
Good
Date
Feb 20, 2026Comment
They where helpful and professional.
Date
Feb 19, 2026