Cerebral artery aneurysm Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

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 an award-winning neurosurgeon at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, recognised for his research into protecting the brain after a haemorrhage.

• Specialises in neurosurgery for cerebrovascular conditions including cerebral artery aneurysms
• Recipient of the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Won the Best Paper Award for research on preventing vasospasm after brain bleeds
• Former Professor and Head of Neurosurgery at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association

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.

Associate Professor Ibrahim Akkurt leads the neurosurgery department at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cranial and spinal pathologies.

• Specialises in precise microsurgery for brain tumours and vascular issues
• Treats spinal canal narrowing and slipping with high-precision techniques
• Performs micro-surgical interventions for lumbar and cervical disc herniations
• Manages scoliosis and traumatic spine fractures using modern corrective surgery

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a highly technical neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex cerebral aneurysm surgery.

• Focuses on surgical repair of weakened blood vessels in the brain
• Expertise in pituitary surgery – treating tumours at the base of the brain
• Manages various spinal conditions including tumours, fractures, and hernias
• Performs peripheral nerve surgery to restore function after nerve damage

Professor Akin Akakin completed a specialist neuroanatomy fellowship at the University of Florida to master high-precision brain and nerve surgery.

• Specialises in neurovascular surgery for complex brain vessel repairs
• Uses microsurgical approaches to treat aneurysms and cerebrovascular diseases
• Expertise in lateral microsurgery which reduces trauma to surrounding brain tissue
• Active researcher with papers published in international neurosurgery journals
• Practises at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a specialist neurosciences centre

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a neurosurgery specialist who completed a prestigious fellowship as a visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin in the USA.

• Treats cerebral aneurysms using microsurgical techniques to secure weakened blood vessels
• Holds Associate Professor status, reflecting his high standing in academic neurosurgery
• Spent seven years at Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Research Hospital managing complex neurological cases
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Trained at Bakırköy Psychiatric Hospital, a major Turkish centre for neurological diseases

Professor Mehmet Akif Gogusgeren specialises in secured microsurgery, using high-powered microscopes to treat cerebral artery aneurysms through small incisions.

• Focuses on minimally invasive neurosurgery to protect delicate brain tissue and speed up recovery
• Follows the 'primum non nocere' principle, only performing surgeries with clear patient benefits
• Trains the next generation of specialists in complex neurosurgical techniques
• Provides direct personal contact to patients to maintain trust throughout the surgical journey

Professor Mustafa Bozbuga is a senior specialist in neurovascular surgery who performs complex operations for cerebral artery aneurysms at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Specialises in skull base surgery for hard-to-reach vascular issues
• Focuses on neurovascular surgery to repair weakened artery walls
• Published extensive research on neurosurgery in peer-reviewed journals
• Trained at Istanbul University Medical School – a premier Turkish institution
• Presents scientific findings at international neurosurgery conferences

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

Dr Fikret Baskan is a neurosurgery specialist at Biruni University Hospital who treats complex vascular conditions in both children and adults.

• Specialises in cerebral artery aneurysm repair to prevent life-threatening brain bleeds
• Performs stereotaxic radiosurgery – highly targeted radiation that treats brain lesions without traditional incisions
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Paediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Expertise includes deep brain stimulation and surgical epilepsy management

Associate Professor Kamran Aghayev is a senior neurosurgeon in Istanbul who specialises in complex vascular conditions of the brain, including cerebral aneurysms and AVMs.

• Uses endovascular treatment – a minimally invasive approach to repair aneurysms using catheters instead of open skull surgery
• Provides radiation therapy options to manage vascular abnormalities without traditional incisions
• Specialises in microvascular decompression to relieve pressure on cranial nerves
• Offers online second opinions for international patients to review complex imaging and surgical plans
• Holds the academic rank of Associate Professor (Doçent) in neurosurgery

Dr. Sabri Aydin is a neurosurgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He performs brain and spine surgeries for children and adults, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) and transnasal tumor resections. He treats cerebral aneurysms, moyamoya disease, and arteriovenous malformations.

• Performs fetal surgery for spina bifida and treatments for hydrocephalus.
• Treats brain tumors using craniotomy and CyberKnife radiosurgery.
• Manages spinal disorders including herniated discs and spinal stenosis.
• Works at Estophia Hospital, a facility with nearly 300 patient beds.