Brain Cyst Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Professor Erol Akgul is a leading interventional neuroradiologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital specialising in minimally invasive brain procedures.

• Treats vascular and structural brain conditions using image-guided techniques
• Member of the World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology
• Fellow of the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe
• Active member of the European Association of Radiology
• Expert in neuro-imaging for precise diagnosis of complex cranial cases

Professor Gogusgeren uses microsurgical techniques to treat brain cysts at Avicenna International Hospital with a focus on minimally invasive safety.

• Specialises in secured surgeries using high-powered microscopes for higher precision
• Uses small incision techniques to reduce scarring and speed up recovery
• Follows a ‘first do no harm’ philosophy for surgical necessity
• Maintains direct patient contact with personal accessibility throughout the post-operative period
• Trained at Haydarpasa Numune Hospital – a key Turkish surgical centre

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a neurosurgery specialist at Biruni University Hospital who sharpened his skills as a visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin.

• Specialises in neurosurgery, focusing on surgical management of brain and spinal conditions
• Trained at the Bakirkoy Psychiatric Hospital, a major centre for neurological diseases
• Holds Associate Professor status, reflecting a high level of academic and clinical standing
• Member of EUROSPINE and the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Uses microsurgical techniques to treat deep-seated brain lesions while protecting healthy tissue

Dr Fikret Baskan is a specialist neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital who focuses on paediatric cases and congenital anomalies. He brings nearly a decade of dedicated expertise in the surgical management of complex conditions affecting the brain and spine.

• Specialises in neuro-oncological surgery for growths within the central nervous system
• Focuses on paediatric neurosurgery and congenital anomalies at Biruni University
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Manages hydrocephalus and spine disorders alongside neuro-oncology cases
• Trained at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Burak Eren is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He is an Associate Professor specializing in endoscopic pituitary surgery and brain tumor resection. Dr. Eren treats complex vascular and spinal conditions including aneurysms and spinal cord tumors. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for cardiac and oncological care.

• Authored over 10 international peer-reviewed articles on spinal surgery and traumatic brain injury.
• Specializes in endoscopic techniques for pituitary tumors and skull base surgery.
• Co-authored textbook chapters on hypophysis lesions and sacral trauma management.
• Treats degenerative spinal diseases such as stenosis and lumbar disc herniation.

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic. He specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery. He focuses on movement disorders and spinal conditions like herniated discs. Dr. Ozek completed fellowships at Yale University and Florida University.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award.
• Authored over 40 articles in SCI international journals.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
• Works at JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade, a modern surgical facility in Istanbul.

The doctor is an Associate Professor specializing in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, with extensive expertise in stroke, spinal cord injury, orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric rehabilitation. Clinical focus includes robotic rehabilitation, arthroplasty and fracture recovery, as well as the management of osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and fibromyalgia.

The doctor completed specialized training at the Ankara Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital. Academic and clinical contributions include significant research on the validity and reliability of the Turkish translation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI), published in the journal Disability and Rehabilitation.

Professor Mustafa Gurelik is a neurosurgery specialist at Medicana Sivas Hospital who focuses on endoscopic brain and pituitary procedures.

• Specialises in endoscopic surgeries to treat fluid build-up and pressure in the brain
• Manages complex cases involving cerebrovascular aneurysms and brain haemorrhages
• Performs pituitary surgery using minimally invasive techniques to protect surrounding brain tissue
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University – a major medical research and teaching centre in Turkey
• Expertise also includes surgical and non-surgical treatments for spinal cord and nerve congestion

Assistant Professor Cevdet Gokcek maintains a 95% success rate for arachnoid cyst surgeries, drawing on 34 years of specialist neurosurgical expertise.

• Specialises in endoscopic neurosurgery – a minimally invasive approach that uses small cameras to treat cysts with less downtime
• Performs endoscopic third ventriculostomy to manage fluid pressure associated with complex brain cysts
• Trained in neuro-endoscopy at Ghent University in Belgium to master keyhole surgical techniques
• Extensive background in both adult and paediatric neurosurgery at major Turkish training hospitals

Professor Murat Duzgun specialises in endoscopic brain surgery at Can Hospitals, using closed-method techniques to treat complex cranial conditions with smaller incisions.

• Uses neuronavigation technology to map the brain for safer, more precise cyst removal
• Specialises in endoscopic methods, which often lead to faster recovery and less scarring
• Manages hydrocephalus, the buildup of fluid often associated with brain cysts
• Trained at Ege University, one of Turkey's premier medical faculties for neurosurgery
• Expert in microsurgery and minimally invasive procedures for delicate brain and nerve repairs

Professor Hakan Ozalp is a senior neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with international training in complex neurological procedures.

• Completed specialist neurosurgery training at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Gained international clinical experience at the University of Insubria in Italy
• Served as a Lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs microsurgery to remove cysts while protecting surrounding brain tissue
• Expert in managing both congenital and acquired intracranial cysts

Professor Gulsah Bademci brings high-level neurosurgical expertise to Private Koru Ankara Hospital, having served as a research fellow at world-leading Yale University School of Medicine.

• Completed a fellowship with the legendary Professor Gazi Yasargil at the University of Arkansas
• Holds the EANS European Board certificate in neurosurgery
• Specialises in hydrocephalus surgery to manage fluid and pressure within the brain
• Expert in microsurgical techniques for removing delicate brain tumours and cysts
• Top-tier graduate from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Abdulkerim Gokoglu worked as a researcher at Brigham and Women's Hospital – a top American teaching hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School.

• Specialises in neurosurgery for brain tumours and congenital nervous system disorders
• Holds a PhD in Clinical Anatomy for deeper surgical precision
• Experienced in managing brain haemorrhage and traumatic head injuries
• Expertise includes treating spine deformities and complex spinal diseases
• Focuses on neurosurgical interventions for stroke and paralysis recovery