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Bahtiyar Demiralp

  • 35 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • EDUCATION 

    1974/1979 Elementary School 

    1979/1982 Secondary School 

    1982/1985 High School 

    1985/1991 GATA Military Medical Faculty 

    1995/1999 GATA Resident in Orthopaedics. 

    1999/2002 Specialist in Orthopaedics. 

    2002/2008 GATA Assistant Prof in Orthopaedics 

    2008/2009 MAYO Orthopedic Departments (with Franklin Sim, MD), Pathology Department ( with Carrie INWARDS, MD) and Orthopaedic Research Laboratory (with Michael YASZEMSKI) 

    2009/2012 GATA Associate Prof in Orthopaedics 

    2012/ 2016 İstanbul Medipol University Orthopaedics and Traumatology Dep 

    2016/ 2019 Ankara Güven Hospital Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department 

    Oct 2019 Marmaris 

     

    DISSERTATION 

    The treatment of intraarticular fractures of lower extremity with Ilizarov sirculer external fixator. 

    EXPERIENCE: 

    Orthopedic Oncology 

    Trauma Surgery (war injury, politrauma surgery) 

    External Fixation (war injury, open fractures, deformity, limb lengthening) 

    Arthroplasty 

    Foot and ankle surgery 

    AWARDS 2006 Best research presentation. Comparison between the distraction and grafting methods in the treatment of peripheral neural defects: an experimental study in rabbits. Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; 39 (2) 163/171, 2005. 

    2005 Best oral presentation. High dose neoadjuvan chemotherapy combined with autologous stem cell transplantation and limb sparing surgery in patients with nonmetastatic osteosarcoma Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; Supp II. 39 (2) 79/80, 2005. 

    2005 Best poster presentation. Vascular and nonvascular fibular reconstruction results of benign aggressive and malign bone tumors. Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; Supp II. 39 (2) 171, 2005 

    MEMBERSHIP IN SOCIETIES 

    TOTBİD (TURKISH ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATION) 

    TMSTS (TURKISH MUSCULOSKELETAL TUMOR SOCIETY) 

    TURKISH ASAMI 

    TURKISH FOOT AND ANKLE SOCIETY 

    TURKISH TRAUMA SOCIETY SOMOS 

     

    TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES 

    Associate Professor in Orthopaedic Oncology and Trauma Graduate Program. 

     

    INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS ATTENDED 

    1. 4th Congress of The EFORT. 3/8 June, 1999. Brusells. 

    2. 3rd Meeting of the ASAMI International 27/29 May 2004 İstanbul / Turkey. 

    3. Asia pasific Musculoskeletal Tumor Society 5th meeting. 23/25 April 2004 İzmir / Turkey 

    4. 18th Annual meeting European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society. 25/27 May 2005. Italy. 

    5. 7th International Congress on Spine. 14/17 April 2005. Antalya / Turkey 

    6. 19th Annual meeting of European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society. 24/25 May 2006. Russia. 

    7. 4th meeting of ASAMI International. 2006 Japan. 

    8. 14th ISOLS 11/14 2007 Germany 

    9. 5th meeting of ASAMI International. Russia 2008 

    10.MAYO Clinic Department of Orthopedic Surgery, A celebration of musculoskeletal tumor surgery meeting. Sep 23/25 2010 Rochester, MN, USA 

    11.XXXIII Course on Musculoskeletal Pathology. 8/12 Feb. 2010. Bologna ITALY 

    12. 16th ISOLS 2011 China 

    13.7th meeting of ASAMI International. Greece 2012

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Ramazan Uyar

  • 35 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • Dr Ramazan Uyar is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Medical Park Antalya specialising in complex cerebellum and cerebrospinal surgeries. He earned the prestigious Dr Cengiz Cetin thesis prize for his research into nerve stimulation techniques.

    • Focuses on cerebellum prolapse surgeries and complex spine conditions
    • Expertise in both adult and paediatric neurosurgery cases
    • Experienced in cerebrospinal tumour removal and aneurysm surgery
    • Completed specialist training at the SSK Goztepe Training Hospital
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Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir

  • 24 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • Professor Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir is a high-achieving neurosurgeon who ranked first in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society competency exams.

    • Specialises in endoscopic brain and spine surgery at Medical Park Antalya
    • Accomplished in treating complex spinal tumours and vascular malformations
    • Expertise includes minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery times
    • Former academic at Baskent University teaching advanced neurosurgical methods
    • Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
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Serdal Gungor

  • 33 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • Education and Specialization

    • Bachelor’s Degree: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine (1987/1993)
    • Medical Specialization: Department of Pediatrics, Fırat University (1993/2001)
    • Subspecialty: Pediatric Neurology Unit, Hacettepe University (2002/2004)

    Professional Experience

    • General Practitioner: Mardin State Hospital, Emergency Department (1993/1996)
    • Research Assistant: Faculty of Medicine, Fırat University (1996/2001)
    • Lecturer: Faculty of Medicine, İnönü University (2001/2002)
    • Subspecialty Research Assistant: Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University (2002/2004)
    • Assistant Professor: Faculty of Medicine, İnönü University (2004/2008)
    • Associate Professor: Faculty of Medicine, İnönü University (2008/2014)
    • Professor: Faculty of Medicine, İnönü University (2014/2023)
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Firat Oruc

  • 27 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • Dr. Fırat Oruç is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist with 20 years of experience (since 2005). He has worked at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex since 2008. He previously worked at Private Lara Hospital (2005–2007) and completed his military service at GATA Istanbul (2007–2008).

    Clinical focus includes knee, shoulder, and hip surgery; joint prostheses; soft tissue and bone tumors; pediatric orthopedics; and hand surgery. He earned his medical degree from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine (1993–1999). He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at Akdeniz University (1999–2005).

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Adil Turan

  • 17 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • Dr. Adil Turan is a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. He completed medical school at Trakya University (1996–2003). He finished his residency at İzmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital (2004–2009). In 2020, he conducted trauma research at Denver Health Hospital in Denver, USA.

    He worked at Kızıltepe State Hospital (2009–2010). He then served as an Orthopedic Specialist at Antalya Training and Research Hospital (2010–2013) and Ordu State Hospital (2013–2015). He was Chief Assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital (2016–2020). He was Associate Professor and Instructor at Antalya Training and Research Hospital (2020–2022) and at the Health Sciences University Antalya Health Application Center (2023).

    His professional memberships include the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association, the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association, the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council (since 2016), and the Turkish Medical Association.

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Bookimed Insights: Top Surgery for syringomyelia Specialists in Turkey for Australians (2026)

Bookimed helps Australian patients find top Surgery for syringomyelia surgeons in Turkey, collaborating with 6 leading specialists. The doctors in this ranking are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, English proficiency, number of performed cases, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases — including reviews from Australian travellers — and current programmes from our partner clinics. All prices are displayed in AUD for easy comparison with Surgery for syringomyelia costs in Australia.
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#135 years of experienceCerebellum prolapse and spinal surgeryAwarded the Dr Cengiz Cetin thesis prize for neurosurgical research. He specialises in cerebellum prolapse and cerebrospinal tumours at Medical Park Antalya, one of Turkey's largest private healthcare groups.
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#224 years of experienceMinimally invasive spine surgeryRanked first in national neurosurgery proficiency exams. Expertise in endoscopic spine techniques and complex tumour removal within the spinal cord. Focuses on muscle-sparing approaches for cervical and lumbar conditions.
Turkey
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What type of doctors perform syringomyelia surgery in Turkey?

Syringomyelia surgery in Turkey is primarily performed by neurosurgeons and orthopedic spine specialists who possess advanced training in microsurgery. These experts focus on relieving spinal cord pressure by treating the underlying cause, such as Chiari malformations or spinal trauma.

  • Neurosurgery specialists: Surgeons like Dr. Ilhan Elmaci manage complex spinal cord cysts and tumors.
  • Orthopedic spine surgeons: Professors including Dr. Azmi Hamzaoglu address vertebral issues causing syrinx formation.
  • Microsurgery experts: Doctors utilize high-magnification tools for precise spinal cord decompression.
  • Pediatric neurosurgeons: Specialists like Dr. Mehmet Besir Surme treat congenital syringomyelia in children.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data reveals a pattern of elite Turkish specialists holding teaching positions and research leadership roles. For instance, Dr. Erkan Kaptanoglu has led university neurosurgery departments and published 100+ articles. These academic leaders often integrate findings from their spinal cord regeneration research directly into clinical practice at JCI-accredited hospitals in Istanbul.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that surgeons take time to explain how draining the syrinx helps neurological symptoms. Many felt relieved after seeing their doctor had significant experience with similar spinal conditions. They often express surprise at how quickly the hospital staff arranged their recovery plans.

Who are the leading neurosurgeons specializing in syringomyelia in Turkey?

Leading neurosurgeons in Turkey specialize in syringomyelia by using advanced microsurgery and intraoperative monitoring. These experts typically practice at JCI-accredited centers in Istanbul. They focus on precise cyst decompression and managing underlying conditions like Chiari malformation to protect spinal cord function.

  • International training: Dr. Ilhan Elmaci trained in Zurich under the pioneer of modern microneurosurgery.
  • Research expertise: Dr. Erkan Kaptanoglu conducted specialized spinal cord preservation research at the University of Toronto.
  • Extensive experience: Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga has 30+ years of experience focusing on complex spinal surgeries.
  • Fellowship backgrounds: Professors often hold fellowships from institutions like Johns Hopkins and Minnesota Spine Center.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows a strong pattern of international collaboration among Turkey's top neurosurgeons. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci and Dr. Salih Murat Imer at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital both have extensive training from centers in Switzerland, the US, and France. This global exposure means they apply diverse microsurgical techniques specifically for complex syrinx decompression. Consultations with these specialists start from around $375.

Patient Consensus: Patients often mention feeling much better after surgery once the pressure on their spinal cord is gone. They notice that the medical teams in Istanbul are very attentive during the recovery period. Many were relieved to find translators helped them understand every step of the complex procedure.

What specific surgical techniques do Turkish neurosurgeons use for syringomyelia?

Turkish neurosurgeons use advanced microsurgery and endoscopic methods to restore cerebrospinal fluid flow. They specialize in posterior fossa decompression with duraplasty and complex shunting techniques. Leading specialists like Dr. Ilhan Elmaci and Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga focus on treating the underlying cause to ensure long-term syrinx reduction.

  • Craniovertebral decompression: Surgeons perform bone removal and duraplasty with patches to clear fluid blockages.
  • Direct syrinx shunting: Procedures like syringo-subarachnoid shunting divert fluid when decompression alone is insufficient.
  • Microsurgical cord untethering: Specialists release scar tissue and adhesions under high-powered microscopes to improve flow.
  • Endoscopic-assisted techniques: Micro-endoscopes allow for smaller incisions and faster recovery during complex spinal cases.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows that top Turkish neurosurgeons often have international research backgrounds focused specifically on spinal cord regeneration. For instance, Dr. Erkan Kaptanoglu conducted award-winning spinal research at the University of Toronto. This academic depth means they prioritize restoring natural fluid dynamics over simply draining the syrinx, which provides more durable results for patients.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that surgeons focus mainly on fixing the bone and skull pressure rather than just the fluid pocket. They emphasize that while symptoms like pain might improve quickly, seeing the syrinx shrink on an MRI can take several months. Many felt more confident after discussing CSF-flow planning with their medical team.

What advanced technology do Turkish syringomyelia surgeons use to ensure safety?

Turkish neurosurgeons use advanced mapping and real-time imaging systems to protect the spinal cord. These tools help doctors drain cysts accurately while preserving nerve integrity. Specialists like Dr. Ilhan Elmaci at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital apply microsurgical expertise to avoid delicate tissue damage.

  • Intraoperative monitoring: Systems track motor and sensory signals to prevent nerve irritation during surgery.
  • Neuronavigation technology: Provides 3D spinal mapping to guide instruments safely away from critical structures.
  • Intraoperative MRI: Surgeons confirm the syrinx has collapsed before completing the complex procedure.
  • Ultrasonography: Real-time scans verify restored cerebrospinal fluid flow, particularly in Chiari malformation cases.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Many top surgeons in Turkey possess rare international training that bridges classic microsurgery with modern navigation. For example, Dr. Ilhan Elmaci studied under the pioneer of microneurosurgery in Zurich. This specialized background allows surgeons to handle complex syringomyelia cases with localized precision that general spine specialists may not offer.

Patient Consensus: Patients note they felt much safer knowing surgeons used real-time sensors to watch their nerves. Many were surprised by how quickly they could move after such a complex surgery. They often mention that the detailed 3D imaging gave them more confidence in the results.

Are the syringomyelia surgeons in Turkey fluent in English and accustomed to international patients?

Syringomyelia surgeons in Turkey are highly fluent in English and deeply accustomed to treating international patients. Leading specialists often hold fellowships from prestigious institutions like Johns Hopkins or the Mayo Clinic. These neurosurgeons regularly publish research in international journals to maintain their professional standing.

  • International training: Many surgeons completed advanced training at the University of Toronto and UCLA Spine Center.
  • Scientific contributions: Professors like Dr. Ilhan Elmaci have published over 110 scientific papers in international journals.
  • Specialized departments: Hospitals like NP Istanbul Brain Hospital maintain dedicated units for complex spinal cord conditions.
  • Direct communication: Surgeons like Dr. Erkan Kaptanoglu and Dr. Ramazan Sari provide consultations directly in English.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows a high concentration of neurosurgeons who have established European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) accredited clinics. This international academic focus means most top-tier specialists, such as those at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, prioritize direct communication with foreign patients to explain complex spinal imaging results.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that assessing the English fluency of the entire medical team is vital for a smooth recovery. They suggest finding a hospital that provides quick, detailed written plans in English. Many were relieved to find coordinators who simplified the logistics of hospital admission and post-operative monitoring.