Acoustic Neuroma Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Mustafa Bozbuga is a leading neurosurgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital specialising in skull base surgery and complex tumours. He focuses on microsurgical techniques for tumours in the pontocerebellar angle to preserve vital nerve function.

• Specialises in skull base surgery for acoustic neuroma and other complex growths
• Uses microsurgery – high-magnification techniques that allow for precise tumour removal
• Serves as a Professor at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital – a specialist neuro centre
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of the region's top medical schools
• Published extensive research on neuro-oncology and surgical outcomes

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 Bekir Tugcu is a highly skilled neurosurgeon specialising in endoscopic skull base surgery and nerve repair at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specialises in endoscopic skull base surgery – a minimally invasive method that accesses tumours through the nose or small incisions
• Former Chief of Neurosurgery at a major neuro-specialist training hospital in Istanbul
• Expert in neurovascular surgery – focuses on protecting delicate blood vessels near the brain and nerves
• Professor of Neurosurgery with over 25 years of specialist medical training and clinical practice

Dr. Halil Can is a Professor of Neurosurgery (2025; Associate Professor 2020). He completed neurosurgical training at Istanbul University–Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 2007. His clinical focus includes endoscopic and microsurgical spine surgery for fractures, tumors, and degenerative disease; advanced pain procedures; endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery; and neurovascular, neuro-oncologic, and peripheral nerve surgery.

He has 21 international peer-reviewed papers (SCI/SSCI). Topics include cadaveric morphometry of Kambin’s triangle and the transforaminal triangular working zone, lumbar arterial and anterior approach anatomy, and an in vitro test of a new lumbar fixation device.

His clinical studies include a single-team series of 81 posterior circulation aneurysms, with 13 flow-diversion cases. He also reported five spinal cavernous malformation cases. He conducted Phase I safety and feasibility stem-cell trials in pediatric hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy and in chronic complete spinal cord injury.

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

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

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 Hakan Ozalp is a senior neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital. He gained international clinical experience in Italy at the University of Insubria.

• Specialises in neurosurgery, focusing on complex tumours at the base of the skull
• Former lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine – trained future surgical specialists
• Completed specialist training in brain surgery at the prestigious Ankara University
• Performs microsurgical resection to remove tumours while protecting facial nerve function
• Registered member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Specializations

Endoscopic Closed Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery

Surgical Treatment for Spine Fractures

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Cervical and Lumbar Herniations

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

Professor Karatay is a senior neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who manages complex tumours of the brain and cerebellum. He specialises in delicate microsurgery to remove tumours while protecting vital neurological functions.

• Performs microsurgical resection for acoustic neuroma and skull base tumours
• Manages vascular conditions including aneurysms and cavernomas
• Specialises in neurostimulation for chronic pain and movement disorders
• Focuses on both adult and paediatric neurosurgery cases
• Uses minimally invasive techniques for complex spinal stabilisations

Professor Muhittin Emre Altunrende specializes in micro-neurosurgery for brain tumours at Liv Hospital Ulus, one of Turkey's leading private clinics.

• Focuses on removing tumours near the optical and cranial nerves using precision micro-neurosurgery techniques
• Published 18 papers in international medical journals regarding neurosurgery outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society and the Turkish Medical Association
• Contributed chapters to international textbooks on brain and nerve surgery
• Researched specialized training models for delicate orbital and nerve procedures

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

Dr Mehmet Alpay Cal is a neurosurgery specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a research focus on improving outcomes for vestibular schwannoma patients.

• Specialises in neuro-oncological surgery for tumours affecting the brain and skull base
• Uses CyberKnife technology – a non-invasive robotic radiosurgery system for precise tumour treatment
• Published comparative research on surgical versus radiosurgical outcomes for acoustic neuroma
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Expertise includes functional neurosurgery and peripheral nerve procedures

Associate Professor Idris Sertbas is a neurological surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who focuses on complex skull base procedures for adult and paediatric patients.

• Specialises in cerebellum and brain tumour surgery for acoustic neuroma management
• Expert in trigeminal neuralgia surgery to relieve severe facial nerve pain
• Specialised in microsurgery for cavernomas and structural brain vessel issues
• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital in neurological surgery
• Academic researcher with extensive work in clinical neurosurgery protocols

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 Gulsah Bademci is a distinguished neurosurgeon who served as a fellow under Professor Gazi Yasargil, the man widely recognised as the father of modern microneurosurgery.

• Holds European Board of Neurosurgery (EANS) certification for international surgical standards
• Trained at Yale University School of Medicine as a research fellow
• Specialises in brain tumours and delicate nerve compression procedures
• Graduate of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, finishing fourth in her class
• Completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences