Associate Professor Akakin is a Florida University-trained neurosurgeon specialising in the lateral microsurgical approach for complex brain and spinal conditions.

• Focuses on neurovascular surgery, treating brain aneurysms and vascular diseases
• Performs far lateral lumbar disc surgery to reach difficult herniations with minimal disruption
• Completed a fellowship and doctorate in neuroanatomy at Florida University
• Contributes to international neurosurgery research with multiple published papers
• Practises at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a specialist centre for neurological care

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon. She trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She earned her MD in 1984 after study from 1978 to 1984. She completed neurosurgery training from 1986 to 1993. Her 1993 dissertation examined “Fetal Hypophysis Transplantation Under the Renal Capsule in Rats.”

She completed advanced courses in endoscopic pituitary surgery (2005, 2007, 2008) and endoscopic lumbar disc surgery (2007). She also trained in molecular genetics for clinicians (2003) and CME with the World Federation of Neurology (2002). She studied epilepsy surgery focused on insular–hippocampal anatomy (1999) and thoracolumbar trauma (1998). She attended the EANS European Neurosurgery Course (1988). Her clinical training includes observerships at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades and Hôpital Lariboisière in 1991. She completed an internship there in 1999.

Professor Erol Akgul is a specialist interventional neuroradiologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on minimally invasive treatments for complex brain conditions.

• Treats brain tumours and cysts using interventional techniques
• Specialises in treating brain aneurysms without open surgery
• Member of the World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology
• Affiliated with the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Neuroradiology

Associate Professor Samanci is a leading expert in functional neurosurgery and neuromodulation at the Medipol PARMER centre, specialising in surgical solutions for movement disorders.

• Completed a specialised clinical fellowship in Gamma Knife radiosurgery and stereotactic neurosurgery at Koç University
• Secretary of the Turkish Neuromodulation Society and member of the Deep Brain Stimulation Society
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's and dystonia patients with medication-resistant symptoms
• Underwent advanced training in spinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulation at the University of Cologne in Germany

Dr Halil Olgun has performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He specialises in treating complex spinal disorders and brain-related cancers.

• Treats scoliosis and canal stenosis using surgical spine correction
• Addresses neck hernias and conditions requiring neuro-oncology expertise
• Member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons
• Received a Certificate of Achievement from the Ministry of Health
• Regularly presents research at international neurosurgery conferences

Professor Kapici heads the Neurosurgery Department at Altınbaş University and brings elite microsurgery training from GATA Military Medical Faculty.

• Specialises in microsurgery – uses high-powered magnification for precise work on delicate brain and spine tissues
• Performs Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) – a neuromodulation technique used to treat movement disorders
• Member of the Spine Society of Europe and the Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Expert in Gamma Knife procedures – non-invasive radiation treatment for brain tumours

Professor Hanoglu is a leading neurology specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on treating complex movement disorders and demyelinating conditions.

• Specialises in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) – a surgical procedure to manage Parkinson's symptoms
• Expert in treating medication-resistant movement disorders
• Focuses on demyelinating processes affecting the nervous system
• Works within a specialised unit for Parkinson's disease
• Leads treatment programmes for chronic neurological conditions

Professor Bozbuga is a leading neurosurgeon at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, where he performs delicate microsurgical resections for complex brain and spinal tumours.

• Specialises in skull base surgery, managing pituitary adenomas and other conditions in hard-to-reach brain areas
• Performs trans-sphenoidal hypophysectomy – an approach through the nose to remove tumours without large incisions
• Expert in neurovascular surgery, treating delicate vascular conditions and aneurysms
• Former Professor at Istanbul University, Turkey's top-ranked medical school

Dr Mehmet Tonge specialises in brain and nerve surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital, focusing on the treatment of complex neurological conditions.

• Performs Gamma Knife procedures – non-invasive radiation that targets brain tumours without surgery
• Expert in neurorrhaphy – the surgical suturing of divided nerves to restore function after injury
• Focuses on spinal cord interventions including treatment for spinal cord abscesses
• Manages complex cases including brain oncology and aneurysm repair

Op. Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgeon. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020 and became a specialist in neurosurgery.

His clinical focus is spine and spinal cord disorders. He completed an observership in the Complex Spinal Surgery Department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgical center in the United Kingdom.

He completed mandatory service in Mardin. He also worked at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has been a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital. He provides care for brain, spine, and peripheral nerve disorders.

Dr Eldaniz Mammadli is a neurosurgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital with international training from world-leading neurological institutes in the USA and France.

• Completed a clinical observership at the Barrow Neurological Institute in the USA
• Specialises in microneurosurgery and endoscopic skull base procedures
• Trained in spinal surgery across cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
• Expertise includes stereotactic and functional neurosurgery for movement disorders

Professor Tugcu is a leading neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He previously served as the Chief of Neurosurgery at one of Turkey's largest specialised nerve disease hospitals.

• Specialises in deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's and movement disorders
• Performs endoscopic skull base surgery using minimally invasive nose-entry techniques
• Expert in craniovertebral junction surgery for complex neck and skull connections
• Highly skilled in neurovascular surgery to treat brain blood vessel conditions
• Trained at Istanbul University Medical Faculty – a top-tier medical institution

Associate Professor Omur Gunaldi has performed 1,100+ pituitary tumor surgeries. He leads the neurosurgery department at Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital – Turkey's largest medical complex.

• Specialises in endoscopic skull base and neuro-oncological surgery
• Performs 20–25 pituitary surgeries monthly using minimally invasive techniques
• Uses endoscopic transnasal resection – removing tumors through the nose for faster recovery
• Trained at the prestigious Mazhar Osman Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Hospital
• Manages both adult and paediatric neurosurgical cases including brain tumours

Associate Professor Rafet Ozay is a specialist neurosurgeon at Lokman Hekim University Hospital with deep expertise in neurovascular surgery.

• Specialises in neurovascular microsurgery and endovascular procedures for blood vessel disorders
• Serves as Associate Professor at Lokman Hekim Health Group
• Previously held senior roles at Gülhane Faculty of Medicine and Etlik City Hospital
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Highly trained in combining surgical and minimally invasive endovascular techniques

Prof. Dr. Tufan Cansever is an experienced neurosurgeon. He specializes in spinal surgery, brain tumors, and neurovascular diseases. His expertise includes minimally invasive spine surgery, pain management, and interventional procedures. He uses advanced surgical techniques and a patient-centered approach. He achieves strong outcomes in diagnosis and treatment. He has contributed to many international scientific publications.

Professional memberships: Turkish Neurosurgical Society; Turkish Spine Society. Awards: Dr. Yıldız Yalçınlar Scientific Research Award (2009); Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Award, 2nd Prize (2012); Neurosurgery Thesis Support Award (2005).

Professor Deniz Konya is a Harvard-trained neurosurgeon at Medical Park Göztepe who specialises in complex mechanical and neurological spine conditions.

• Completed a prestigious spine surgery fellowship at Harvard Medical School in the USA
• Expert in treating spinal tumours, scoliosis, and degenerative neck and back hernias
• Member of the North American Spine Society and the Scoliosis Research Society
• Published 47 international peer-reviewed articles on advanced spinal trauma and recovery

Dr Ali Akay specialises in neurological microsurgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He focused his specialist training at the prestigious Ege University Faculty of Medicine.

• Performs microsurgery for lumbar and cervical disc herniations – use of microscopes for smaller incisions and quicker healing
• Expert in brain tumour removals and pituitary adenoma surgery
• Treats trigeminal neuralgia – a chronic pain condition affecting the face nerves
• Manages hydrocephalus and complex vascular conditions of the brain
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association