Cerebral artery aneurysm Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Associate Professor Ibrahim Akkurt leads the neurosurgery department at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cranial and spinal pathologies.

• Specialises in precise microsurgery for brain tumours and vascular issues
• Treats spinal canal narrowing and slipping with high-precision techniques
• Performs micro-surgical interventions for lumbar and cervical disc herniations
• Manages scoliosis and traumatic spine fractures using modern corrective surgery

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a highly technical neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex cerebral aneurysm surgery.

• Focuses on surgical repair of weakened blood vessels in the brain
• Expertise in pituitary surgery – treating tumours at the base of the brain
• Manages various spinal conditions including tumours, fractures, and hernias
• Performs peripheral nerve surgery to restore function after nerve damage

The doctor specializes in advanced spinal procedures, with a primary clinical focus on endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery. Expertise includes the surgical management of complex spine fractures and the performance of minimally invasive surgical techniques for both cervical and lumbar herniations.

Professor Mehmet Akif Gogusgeren specialises in secured microsurgery, using high-powered microscopes to treat cerebral artery aneurysms through small incisions.

• Focuses on minimally invasive neurosurgery to protect delicate brain tissue and speed up recovery
• Follows the 'primum non nocere' principle, only performing surgeries with clear patient benefits
• Trains the next generation of specialists in complex neurosurgical techniques
• Provides direct personal contact to patients to maintain trust throughout the surgical journey

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a neurosurgery specialist who completed a prestigious fellowship as a visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin in the USA.

• Treats cerebral aneurysms using microsurgical techniques to secure weakened blood vessels
• Holds Associate Professor status, reflecting his high standing in academic neurosurgery
• Spent seven years at Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Research Hospital managing complex neurological cases
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Trained at Bakırköy Psychiatric Hospital, a major Turkish centre for neurological diseases

Dr. Fikret Baskan is a neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Baskan has focused on pediatric neurosurgery for nearly a decade. He treats complex cases like brain tumors, spinal cord malformations, and hydrocephalus.

• Specializes in surgical treatment for spina bifida and congenital anomalies.
• Performs neuro-oncological surgery, brain tumor removal, and spinal cord reconstructions.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group.
• Practices at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic. He specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery. He focuses on movement disorders and spinal conditions like herniated discs. Dr. Ozek completed fellowships at Yale University and Florida University.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award.
• Authored over 40 articles in SCI international journals.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
• Works at JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade, a modern surgical facility in Istanbul.

The doctor is an Associate Professor specializing in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, with extensive expertise in stroke, spinal cord injury, orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric rehabilitation. Clinical focus includes robotic rehabilitation, arthroplasty and fracture recovery, as well as the management of osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and fibromyalgia.

The doctor completed specialized training at the Ankara Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital. Academic and clinical contributions include significant research on the validity and reliability of the Turkish translation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI), published in the journal Disability and Rehabilitation.

Dr. Cevdet Gokcek is a neurosurgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain, spine, and pediatric nerve conditions. He has treated thousands of patients for complex disorders. Dr. Gokcek is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society. He previously completed a microsurgery course at Hacettepe University.

• Achieved a 95% success rate for severe brain and spine surgeries.
• Performs transnasal pituitary tumor removals and endoscopic skull base procedures.
• Authored 17 articles published in national and international medical journals.
• Completed a neuro-endoscopy workshop at Ghent University in Belgium.

Dr. Hakan Ozalp is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vascular and spine neurosurgery. Dr. Ozalp completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Insubria in Italy. He previously served as a lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine.

• Performs complex brain aneurysm repair and arteriovenous malformation surgery.
• Specializes in endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion.
• Treats brain tumors using transnasal resection and stereotaxic radiosurgery.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using PET-CT and TrueBeam STx technology.