Best Moyamoya Disease Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr Melih Uc is a specialist neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with clinical training from the University of Wisconsin.

• Specialises in treating brain aneurysms and cerebral haemorrhage at Istanbul's leading research hospitals
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to repair spinal and neurological conditions for faster recovery
• Trained at Bakirkoy Hospital, a major Turkish centre for mental and neurological diseases
• Expertise in managing complex vascular brain diseases and spinal canal stenosis

Professor Erhan Arslan is a highly credentialed neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with deep expertise in complex vascular and ischaemic brain conditions.

• Specialises in brain aneurysm repair and surgery for brain ischaemia
• Served as a Clinical Observer at Helsinki University Central Hospital – a world-leading hub for neurosurgical training
• Focuses on pediatric neurosurgery to treat congenital brain and spinal anomalies
• Recognised as a Professor and Associate Professor for his contributions to neurosurgical research
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and the Turkish Society of Neurological Surgery

Associate Professor Dogan Gucluhan Guclu is a senior neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Florya who specialises in cerebrovascular surgery and complex brain procedures.

• Performs microsurgical bypass for Moyamoya, creating new pathways to restore blood flow to the brain
• Expert in pediatric neurosurgery, treating children with congenital brain and spinal conditions
• Uses Gamma Knife radiosurgery, a non-invasive tool to treat deep-seated vascular issues
• Trained at Bakırköy Mazhar Osman – Turkey's most famous psychiatric and neurological research hospital
• Publishes research on improving surgical outcomes for cerebrovascular and spinal conditions

Dr Ramazan Uyar is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Medical Park Antalya who specialise in microsurgical techniques for complex brain and vascular conditions.

• Winner of the Dr Cengiz Çetin thesis prize for his research into Vagus nerve stimulation
• Focuses on aneurysm surgery and vascular bypass to restore blood flow to the brain
• Expertise in paediatric neurosurgery for managing congenital and childhood vascular conditions
• Specialises in cerebrospinal tumour removal and complex spine surgery

Professor Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir is a highly decorated neurosurgeon who took first place in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam. He treats complex Moyamoya cases at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialises in neurovascular operations for brain-vascular aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVM)
• Uses endoscopic brain surgery – a minimally invasive approach for faster patient recovery times
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of the most prestigious medical schools in Turkey
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Medical Association

Professor Boztepe is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospital who is highly trained in cerebrovascular surgery for complex vascular conditions.

• Completed specialist training at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on cerebrovascular surgery – operations involving the blood vessels in the brain
• Expertise in functional neurosurgery to manage neurological pain and movement
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Trained in spinal and peripheral nerve surgery to restore nerve function

Professor Erkan Kaptanoglu is a specialist neurosurgeon who manages complex vascular brain conditions, including Moyamoya, at Estexper Clinic.

• Completed a research fellowship in neurosurgery at the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine
• Holds a PhD in Advanced Neuroscience from Hacettepe University Institute of Medical Sciences
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University who supervised complex vascular operations
• Awarded the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Scientific Research Award for his work in the field
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Academy and the Turkish Spine Society

Professor Savas Ceylan leads the neurosurgery department at VM Medical Park Pendik and has performed over 5,600 complex endoscopic surgeries.

• Trained at the Midland Centre for Neurosurgery and Neurology in Birmingham, UK
• Specialises in endoscopic skull-base surgery – uses cameras through small openings for less trauma
• Member of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Skull Base Committee
• Awarded the Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award for his clinical contributions
• Professor and former Head of Neurosurgery at Kocaeli University medical faculty

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Necati Kaplan is a neurosurgeon specializing in brain, spine, and peripheral nerve surgery. He treats tumors, vascular disorders, hydrocephalus, trauma, degenerative spine disease, pediatric neurosurgical conditions, and Chiari malformation. He also works with experimental stem cell and exosome therapies.

He graduated from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2000. He completed training in Minimally Invasive Neurosurgical Techniques in Mainz/Tuttlingen in 2016. He also trained in Advanced Neuroendoscopy (2004), the Keyhole concept (2003), Microsurgery at GATA (2005), Pediatric Neurosurgery (2015), and minimally invasive lumbar surgery (2015).

He has served as a Board Member of the Association of Nervous System Surgery since 2018. He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Association (since 2008) and the Association of Stem Cell and Cellular Therapies (since 2019). He co-authored series on vertebroplasty (111 patients/140 segments), 200 anterior cervical surgeries, 271 lumbar microdiscectomies, 673 mild head trauma cases, and stem cell therapies.

Associate Professor Ozdogan Selcuk learned his craft under Professor M. Gazi Yasargil – the man widely considered the father of modern microneurosurgery.

• Completed a clinical fellowship at Yeditepe University focusing on brain and nerve surgery
• Holds a PhD in molecular medicine for deeper insights into neurological disease behaviour
• Member of the Neurovascular Group within the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Affiliated with the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Served as Associate Professor at major training and research hospitals

Dr Serkan Kitis is a specialist neurosurgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital who has performed over 1,100 successful procedures. He leads complex neurosurgical cases with a focus on vascular and nerve conditions.

• Specialises in brain and nerve surgery at a JCI-accredited centre
• Former senior neurosurgeon at Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine
• Practises at Memorial Şişli, one of Turkey's premier private hospitals
• Conducted clinical research as a Research Assistant in Istanbul
• Trained at the prestigious Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Professor Ilhan Elmaci brings rare expertise to Moyamoya care, having trained in micro neurosurgery at Zurich University under the legendary Professor Gazi Yasargil.

• Specialises in vascular neurosurgery and complex revascularisation at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Trained at Johns Hopkins University in vascular neurosurgery and neurooncology
• Uses neuronavigation and monitoring to protect brain function during surgery
• Serves on the Executive Committee of the European Skull Base Society
• Led the first neurosurgery clinic in Turkey to receive EANS accreditation

Associate Professor Ramazan Sari is a specialist neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who underwent rigorous accreditation by the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Specialises in neurosurgery with a focus on vascular conditions of the brain
• Helped establish the Department of Neurosurgery at Medipol University
• Served as a lecturer at Eurasia University training future specialists
• Holds an Associate Professorship recognised for academic and clinical excellence

Professor Salih Murat Imer is a highly regarded neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who specialises in complex bypass procedures for Moyamoya disease.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Istanbul Medical Faculty with certification from the Turkish Board in Neurosurgery
• Completed advanced training in functional neurosurgery and skull base procedures in Finland and France
• Published 68 articles and nine book chapters regarding cerebrovascular and functional neurosurgical techniques
• Served as a Professor of Neurosurgery at major training hospitals for over 15 years

Associate Professor Akin Akakin is a neurovascular specialist who completed a prestigious fellowship and doctorate in neuroanatomy at the University of Florida.

• Specialises in neurovascular surgery to treat complex vascular disorders of the brain
• Expert in microsurgical approaches to repair brain vessels and improve blood flow
• Utilises deep knowledge of neuroanatomy for precise navigation during intracranial procedures
• Active researcher with numerous publications in international journals on cerebrovascular diseases
• Practises at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a facility dedicated to neurological excellence

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 Mustafa Bozbuga is a leading authority in neurovascular surgery at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, bringing elite academic expertise to complex brain bypass procedures.

• Specialises in skull base surgery and micro-neurosurgery for delicate vascular conditions
• Performed extensive research on neurovascular outcomes published in international journals
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Medical School
• Regularly presents new surgical findings at global neurosurgery conferences
• Former senior academic who has mentored many upcoming neurosurgeons

Associate Professor Kenan Kapici is the former Head of Neurosurgery at Altinbas University, where he trained the next generation of brain surgeons.

• Specialises in microsurgery, using high-powered magnification for delicate blood vessel repairs in the brain
• Completed extensive training at GATA Military Medical Faculty, known for handling high-pressure surgical cases
• Holds a Master's degree in health management, ensuring efficient and well-coordinated specialist care
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and the Spine Society of Europe

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.