Neurosurgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 6

Dr Hakan Ozalp is a board-certified neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital who specialises in complex brain and spinal procedures.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Ankara University – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Completed a fellowship at the University of Insubria in Italy for international advanced surgical techniques
• Former lecturer at Mersin University where he trained the next generation of brain surgeons
• Experienced in minimally invasive fusion surgery using small incisions for faster patient recovery
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Assistant Professor Gokcek has successfully treated thousands of patients with complex brain and spine conditions, maintaining a surgical success rate between 90% and 100%.

• Specialises in micro neurosurgery and endoscopic skull base surgery for delicate tumour removal
• Performs minimally invasive and percutaneous spine surgery to reduce pain and speed up recovery
• Trained in advanced neuro endoscopy at Ghent University in Belgium and microsurgery at Hacettepe University
• Expert in complex revision cases, including re-operating failed spine surgeries from other centres
• International experience includes time as an observer doctor in Michigan, USA

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an ophthalmology specialist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi in Istanbul. He specialises in eye surgery and microsurgical techniques to restore and preserve vision.

• Performs phacoemulsification – a high-precision cataract removal method
• Implements premium intraocular lenses for vision correction
• Provides laser refractive surgery for myopia and hyperopia
• Manages diabetic retinopathy and other complex retinal diseases
• Uses medical and surgical treatments for glaucoma care

Professor Baskan is a leading specialist in pediatric neurosurgery at Biruni University Hospital, with nine years dedicated almost exclusively to children's brain and spine conditions.

• Treats complex congenital anomalies including spina bifida and hydrocephalus
• Performs neuro-oncological surgery for pediatric brain and spinal tumours
• Uses transnasal resection – a minimally invasive method to remove tumours through the nose
• Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya serves as a senior specialist at Ümran Medical Centre, bringing expertise from his background at Çukurova University.

• Treats benign and malignant skin tumours through dermato-oncology
• Performs surgical interventions for the removal of skin growths
• Manages chronic conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Uses laser and light-based therapies for pigmentation and vascular lesions
• Provides specialised skin care and diagnosis for elderly patients

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with expertise in both medical and cosmetic skin care.

• Specialises in dermato-oncology for the early detection and surgical removal of skin cancers
• Treats medical conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis, and various skin infections
• Provides paediatric dermatology for skin diseases specific to children and adolescents
• Performs cosmetic procedures such as dermal fillers, chemical peels, and laser therapy

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is a highly credentialed endocrine surgeon who focuses on hormonal gland tumours and cancers at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Completed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Endocrine Surgery in the USA
• Specialises in laparoscopic and robotic surgery for parathyroid and adrenal gland diseases
• Held a clinical fellowship at Karolinska University Hospital in Sweden within the endocrine surgery unit
• Serves as the Secretary General for the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and European Society of Endocrine Surgery

Dr Osman Karli is a paediatric specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a background in managing childhood conditions and research into diabetic neurological complications.

• Trained at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in child health and diseases
• Presented research on myoclonic epilepsy cases in patients with Type 1 diabetes
• Specialises in the care and monitoring of children from birth to 18 years
• Focuses on preventive medicine and childhood disease management

Dr Cagri Canbolat is a specialist neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, focusing on high-risk skull base and neuro-oncological procedures.

• Specialises in minimally invasive spinal surgery – using smaller incisions for faster recovery and less post-operative pain
• Expert in complex neurovascular cases including cerebral artery aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations
• Performs delicate paediatric neurosurgery for conditions like craniostenosis and fetal spina bifida
• Active researcher with published studies on spinal cord injury treatments and intracranial meningiomas

Associate Professor Burak Eren is a specialist neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, known for his work in complex brain and spinal cord conditions.

• Specialises in endoscopic pituitary surgery – a minimally invasive method that accesses tumours through the nose for faster recovery
• Proven expertise in skull base tumours, brain aneurysms, and spinal canal stenosis
• Authored key chapters in scientific textbooks on clinical neuroanatomy and spinal trauma
• Member of the World Spinal Column Society and international research contributor

Associate Professor Guclu is a highly trained neurosurgeon at TWT Health Clinic who completed a specialised fellowship at the world-leading Cleveland Clinic Center for Spine Health.

• Specialises in less-invasive spine surgery to help patients recover faster with less scarring
• Expert in treating spinal deformities and complex cervical spine decompression and stabilisation
• Uses endoscopic techniques for precise operations on the lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies and Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Dr Murat Duzgun is a neurosurgery specialist at Can Hospitals Turkey with rare expertise in fully closed surgical techniques for the brain and spine.

• Performs endoscopic brain tumour surgeries using closed methods for smaller incisions and quicker healing
• Uses neuronavigation technology – GPS-like precision to remove brain tumours safely
• Specialises in fully closed spine surgery for herniated discs and spinal fractures
• Offers advanced pain relief using radiofrequency and laser intervention
• Trained at Izmir Ege University – one of Turkey's premier neurosurgery programmes

Professor Ozek is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic with fellowships from Yale University and the University of Florida.

• Specialises in endoscopic skull base surgery – a minimally invasive way to reach brain tumours through the nose
• Uses functional neurosurgery to treat movement disorders and complex nerve conditions
• Performs endoscopic spinal procedures for herniated discs, meaning less pain and quicker recovery
• Published 47 articles in international journals and won the Prof Dr Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award

Dr Abdulkerim Gokoglu brings expert anatomical knowledge to System Hospital as a neurosurgeon with a PhD in Clinical Anatomy and research experience from Brigham Women's Hospital.

• Specialises in precise brain tumour removals and complex spinal deformity corrections
• Treats congenital nervous system disorders and traumatic brain injuries
• Manages vascular conditions including aneurysms, stroke, and brain haemorrhage
• Uses minimally invasive surgical techniques to aid faster patient recovery