Best Herniated disc surgery Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr Ertugrul Pinar has performed over 900 procedures and focuses on both adult and paediatric neurosurgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in surgical management of complex spine diseases and herniated discs
• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties
• Manages a broad range of neurosurgical cases including spinal tumours and vascular malformations
• Provides personalised treatment plans for patients with neurological injuries and chronic pain

Professor Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a senior neurosurgeon who focuses on surgical solutions for lumbar and cervical herniated discs at the Johns Hopkins-affiliated Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in spinal instrumentation and complex spinal stenosis cases
• Academic leader at Anadolu Medical Center with previous teaching roles at Istanbul Science University
• Completed advanced research fellowships in cellular neuroscience at Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Awarded the prestigious Aysima Altinok Thesis Award by the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association

Dr Abdulaziz Temiz is a spine surgery specialist at the Turan Turan Health Group, where he focuses on advanced instrumentation and recovery outcomes.

• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at Ankara Education and Research Hospital
• Published international research on pedicle screw revision and biomechanical augmentation methods
• Certified in minimally invasive locked plate osteosynthesis for reduced tissue trauma
• Attended the Spine Intervention Society European Congress in Munich
• Member of the OM Spine Surgery Centre team in Bursa

Dr Yunus Uysal is a specialist spine surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group who uses robotic systems for highly precise herniated disc operations.

• Completed medtronic MAZOR X robotic spine surgery training in the United States
• Uses robotic navigation and minimally invasive techniques to improve surgical accuracy
• Member of the North American Spine Society – a leading international authority
• Trained at the Twin Cities Spine Center in Minneapolis specifically for advanced spinal care
• Handles complex cases including interbody fusion and traumatological spine surgery

Associate Professor Baran Yılmaz completed a prestigious fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine in the USA – one of the world's most elite neurosurgery training grounds.

• Practices at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir – a top-tier academic teaching centre
• Trained at Marmara University in Turkey – a leading institution for neurological sciences
• Active member of AOSpine – the premier international community for spinal surgeons
• Specialises in neuro-oncology and complex spinal surgery techniques
• Member of the Turkish Spine Association – focusing on best-practice surgical protocols

Professor Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir is a top-tier neurosurgeon who ranked first in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society proficiency exam. He leads the neurosurgery team at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Performed over 900 successful procedures focusing on brain and spine health
• Specialises in endoscopic lumbar discectomy for faster patient recovery
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for both neck and back hernias
• Former Associate Professor at Başkent University training the next generation of specialists
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Professor Erkan Kaptanoglu is a highly decorated neurosurgeon who holds a PhD in Advanced Neuroscience and completed a prestigious research fellowship at the University of Toronto.

• Specialises in complex spinal surgery, including advanced herniated disc procedures and spinal cord regeneration
• Former Chairman of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Winner of multiple scientific awards for his innovative research into spinal cord anatomy and injury recovery
• Performed complex spinal surgeries at major university hospitals and the Istanbul Brain and Spine Center

Dr Emad Abdallah is a neurosurgery specialist at Turan Turan Health Group with a focus on advanced spinal research and minimally invasive techniques.

• Completed the Professor Mehmet Zileli advanced spinal surgery course
• Investigated new therapeutic treatments for complex spinal cord injuries
• Specialises in minimally invasive spinal surgery for faster patient recovery
• Researched biochemical markers specifically in patients with lumbar disc herniation
• Published neurosurgical findings in international journals such as Turk Neurosurgery

Dr. Necati Kaplan is an Associate Professor and neurosurgeon at Optimed International Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in the surgical treatment of brain and spine tumors, vascular diseases, and hydrocephalus. Dr. Kaplan holds international certification in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques from Mainz and Tuttlingen. He actively publishes clinical research on vertebral fractures and cervical surgery outcomes.

• Board Member of the Association of Nervous System Surgery.
• Expertise in stem cell and exosome therapies for spinal trauma.
• Co-authored clinical series covering 271 lumbar microdiscectomies and 200 cervical surgeries.
• Completed training in advanced neuroendoscopy and the keyhole surgical concept.

Dr. Bugra Bilge Keseroglu is a urological surgeon at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic procedures for prostate and bladder cancer. Dr. Keseroglu performs Retzius-sparing radical prostatectomy to improve patient recovery. He also focuses on female incontinence surgery and complex stone treatments like HOLEP.

• Performs robotic sacrocolpopexy and radical cystectomy for cancer and pelvic organ prolapse.
• Treats urological conditions using laparoscopic nephrectomy and partial nephrectomy techniques.
• Manages all endourological stone surgeries and endoscopic procedures.
• Works at İstinye University Liv Hospital, a 300-bed facility with 33 medical departments.

Professor Savas Ceylan has performed over 5,600 endoscopic surgeries and currently serves as a senior neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Previously held the position of Head of Neurosurgery at Kocaeli University
• Completed specialized neurosurgical training at the Midland Centre for Neurosurgery and Neurology in Birmingham
• International member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons
• Recipient of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award for his clinical contributions
• Member of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Skull Base Committee

Professor Selman Dogan is a highly versatile orthopaedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who specialises in restorative spinal and joint procedures.

• Performs discectomy and kyphoplasty to treat herniated discs and spinal fractures
• Trained in orthopaedic oncology for treating bone and soft tissue tumours
• Skilled in trauma reconstruction for both upper and lower extremities
• Uses regenerative Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy to accelerate tissue healing
• Fellowship trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine

Professor Gursel Saka is a finalist in the Tubitak XI Technology Awards, recognised for his contributions to surgical innovation at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in orthopaedic spine surgery including complex herniated disc repairs
• Performs reconstructive trauma surgery and hip socket fractures
• Uses robotic technology for high-precision joint and bone procedures
• Former Associate Professor at Health Sciences University Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in treating degenerative spinal conditions like ankylosing spondylitis

Professor Ilhan Elmaci brings elite international expertise to spinal care, having trained in micro-neurosurgery at Zurich University under the pioneer of the field.

• Completed advanced neurosurgery training at Johns Hopkins University in the United States
• Uses precise microsurgery and neuronavigation to protect delicate spinal nerves during disc repair
• Led the first clinic in Turkey to earn European Association of Neurosurgical Societies accreditation
• Founding Chairman of the Skull Base Society and expert in complex spinal disorders
• Published 110 scientific papers on neurosurgical techniques and patient outcomes

Dr. Azmi Hamzaoglu is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He established the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center. This was Turkey's first facility dedicated to spine surgery. Dr. Hamzaoglu has performed thousands of complex procedures. He treats conditions like scoliosis, herniated discs, and spinal tumors.

• Founded the first specialized spine surgery center in Turkey.
• Introduced novel surgical techniques for scoliosis and kyphoplasty.
• Held clinical leadership roles at the Minnesota Spine Center in the US.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital with Turkey’s first EOS imaging device.

Associate Professor Ramazan Sari is a highly published neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a significant focus on complex spinal cord surgery.

• Uses multimodal intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring to protect nerve function during spinal procedures
• Participated in the accreditation process with the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
• Authored chapters in five neurosurgery textbooks and published over 35 international journal articles
• Previously held specialist roles at major Turkish institutions including Acıbadem Maslak and Liv Hospital

Dr. Nejat Akalan heads the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in epilepsy surgery and neuro-oncology for both children and adults. Dr. Akalan uses intraoperative MRI and the O-arm system to improve surgical accuracy. He has published over 110 scientific papers and co-authored a neurosurgery textbook.

• Performs brain tumor removals using minimally invasive techniques to speed recovery.
• Treats complex conditions like glioblastoma, glioma, and pituitary adenoma.
• Specializes in surgical treatment for epilepsy and movement disorders.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving over 1,200 patients daily.

Associate Professor Dogan Gucluhan Guclu has performed over 1,100 neurosurgical procedures and completed intensive spine surgery training at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic.

• Specialises in full-endoscopic operations of the lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies and the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Completed advanced hands-on cadaver courses in less-invasive spine techniques in the USA
• Recognised academic leader with 31 medical publications and six book chapters
• Former Clinical Administrative Officer at Bakirkoy Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Salih Murat Imer is a neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He founded and led the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital. Dr. Imer holds certifications in Gamma Knife radiosurgery and endoscopic spine surgery. He specializes in treating brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal stenosis.

• Published 68 scientific articles and contributed to 9 medical book chapters.
• Completed training at the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
• Obtained specialized training in Gamma Knife radiosurgery in Marseille, France.
• Works at a JCI-accredited "Smart-and-Green" hospital in Istanbul.

Professor Baran Yil completed a prestigious Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine in the United States. He provides expert neurosurgical care at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul.

• Awarded the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize by the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Active member of AOSpine and the Turkish Spine Association
• Specialises in spinal anatomy and skull-base surgical techniques
• Trains fellow surgeons as an instructor for advanced neurosurgery courses
• Graduated from the highly regarded Marmara University Faculty of Medicine