Acoustic neuroma Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr Ramazan Uyar is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex who specialises in complex cerebrospinal tumour surgery.

• Awarded the Dr Cengiz Çetin thesis prize for research into vagus nerve stimulation (VNS)
• Focuses on aneurysm and cerebrospinal tumour removal with microsurgical techniques
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of the region's most prestigious medical faculties
• Handles paediatric neurosurgery and complex spine cases alongside skull base tumours

Dr Musa Boztepe is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with intensive training from the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.

• Specialises in central nervous system tumours including acoustic neuroma management
• Completed focused training in cerebrovascular surgery and functional neurosurgery
• Expert in peripheral nerve surgery to help preserve facial movement after tumour removal
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Trained at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, a major surgical hub

Professor Erkan Kaptanoglu is a highly decorated neurosurgeon who holds a PhD in Advanced Neuroscience and has led multiple university neurosurgery departments.

• Specialises in complex cranial surgeries to remove brain tumours like acoustic neuromas
• Completed a clinical research fellowship at the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine
• Former Head of Neurosurgery and Director of the Institute of Neuroscience at Marmara University
• Awarded the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Scientific Research Award multiple times for his clinical work

Dr Ali Osman Mucuoglu is a specialist neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital, recognised for his contributions to the European biological and neurosurgical community.

• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
• Completed advanced neuroanatomy training through the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Uses minimally invasive surgical techniques to manage complex cranial and spinal lesions
• Published research on 3D-printer assisted surgery for precise tumour removal
• Trained in functional neurosurgery at high-volume medical centres in Lithuania and Turkey

Dr. Halil Can is a Professor of Neurosurgery at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in endoscopic and microsurgical spine surgery for tumors and degenerative diseases. Dr. Can is an author of 21 international peer-reviewed publications. He performs complex procedures including endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery.

• Conducted Phase I safety trials for stem-cell treatments in spinal cord injuries.
• Reported on surgical outcomes for 81 posterior circulation aneurysm cases.
• Expert in advanced pain management like intradiscal ozone therapy and laser nucleoplasty.
• Performs functional neurosurgery including Parkinson's surgery and spinal cord stimulator implantation.

Professor Alper Karaoglan is a senior academic neurosurgeon at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, bringing high-level expertise to the surgical management of complex skull-base cases.

• Treats acoustic neuromas using microsurgical techniques to preserve facial nerve function
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Recipient of the Prof Dr Hamit Ziya Gokalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Medical Association
• Recognised with the Best Paper Award for research into neurological protection

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex brain tumours and microsurgical techniques.

• Specialises in the surgical removal of skull base tumours including acoustic neuromas
• Performs peripheral nerve surgery to help preserve facial nerve function during tumour resection
• Focuses on pituitary and aneurysm surgery using high-magnification microsurgical tools
• Handles complex spinal oncology cases involving tumours of the spine and spinal cord

Dr Ibrahim Akkurt specialises in neurosurgical oncology at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on the removal of brain and spine tumours.

• Performs microsurgery for skull base lesions to preserve neurological function
• Specialises in brain and spine tumours using precise surgical techniques
• Manages complex cases involving spinal canal narrowing and structural stabilisation
• Utilises microsurgical approaches designed for smaller incisions and reduced recovery times

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.

Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He holds the official plastic surgery expert title from the Ministry of Health of Turkey. Dr. Karacaoglan specializes in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries. He completed fellowships in the US and Turkey to refine his surgical techniques.

• Recognized as a top plastic surgeon by Harper's Bazaar and Elle magazines.
• Member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
• Performs FUE hair transplants, rhinoplasty, and complex mommy makeovers.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul.

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a highly regarded neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital who completed his specialist training at the prestigious Bakirkoy Training and Research Hospital.

• Held a visiting scholar position at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery in the USA
• Specialises in neuro-oncology focusing on complex tumours located at the base of the skull
• Former neurosurgery specialist at Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital for over seven years
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE

Professor Fikret Baskan leads neurosurgical care at Biruni University Hospital, specialising in neuro-oncological surgery for brain and skull base tumours.

• Focuses on neuro-oncological surgery to remove tumours while protecting critical nerve functions
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Paediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Expertise includes complex spine and spinal cord surgery for tumour-related cases

Dr Murat Duzgun specialises in microsurgical and endoscopic techniques for removing brain tumours at Can Hospital. He uses high-tech neuronavigation to precisely target tumours while protecting healthy brain tissue.

• Performs endoscopic brain tumour surgery – a closed method using small incisions for faster recovery
• Identifies tumours with neuronavigation – GPS-like mapping for safer, more accurate surgical entry
• Trained at Ege University Hospital – a leading centre for neurosurgery in Turkey
• Focuses on minimally invasive procedures to reduce postoperative pain and scarring

Assistant Professor Cevdet Gokcek is a master of base-of-skull surgery with a 95% success rate in managing complex brain and nerve tumours.

• Specialises in pontocerebellar angle surgery – the precise area where acoustic neuromas develop
• Expert in micro-neurosurgery and endoscopic skull base techniques for better nerve preservation
• Trained in neuro-endoscopy at Ghent University in Belgium to perform less invasive procedures
• Completed advanced neurosurgical observation at Michigan State University in the United States

Professor Mustafa Gurelik is a senior neurosurgeon at Medicana Sivas specialising in complex skull base procedures and brain tumour removal.

• Performed hundreds of microsurgeries for brain and spinal cord tumours
• Specialises in endoscopic surgeries – using thin tubes for less invasive tumour access
• Expert in managing tumours near the pituitary gland and skull base
• Professor at Cumhuriyet University – one of Turkey's established medical faculties
• Fellow of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society focusing on intracranial interventions

Professor Mehmet Ozek is a prominent neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic with extensive expertise in treating complex skull base tumours.

• Specialises in endoscopic skull base surgery – uses narrow tubes for less invasive tumour removal
• Completed fellowships at Yale University and the University of Florida in brain and nerve surgery
• Published 47 articles in international journals regarding neurosurgery and surgical anatomy
• Member of the International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society for non-invasive tumour treatment
• Former research fellow in endoscopic skull base and brain anatomy in the USA