Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Halil Can is a specialist neurosurgeon at İstinye University Liv Hospital who focuses on functional neurosurgery and advanced pain management solutions.

• Specialises in spinal cord stimulator (SCS) implantation for medication-resistant pain
• Expert in microsurgical and endoscopic spine techniques to manage degenerative diseases
• Extensively published in international journals on spinal anatomy and injury treatments
• Performs complex neuromodulation procedures including Parkinson's surgery and spasticity care
• Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, training the next generation of spine surgeons

Dr Ali Osman Mucuoglu is a specialist neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital with dedicated training in functional neurosurgery and advanced spinal techniques.

• Completed the EANS European Training Course in Functional Neurosurgery in Lithuania
• Trained in advanced spinal surgery through the prestigious Dr Mehmet Zileli course programme
• Active member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Contributes to neurosurgical research with published work on thoracic spine pathology and minimally invasive techniques
• Recognised member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Dr. Adil Turan is an associate professor of orthopedics at Medical Park Antalya Hospital. He conducted specialized trauma research at Denver Health Hospital in the USA. Dr. Turan treats complex bone injuries, scoliosis, and degenerative joint diseases. He works at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and arthroscopic surgeries for sports injuries.
• Specially trained in pediatric orthopedic surgery and bone deformity correction.
• Utilizes stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and spinal conditions.
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association.

Associate Professor Mustafa Yavuz Samanci is the Secretary of the Turkish Neuromodulation Society and a specialist in advanced functional neurosurgery.

• Completed a specialised spinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulation programme in Germany
• Currently pursuing a PhD in Neuroscience at Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Fellowship trained in stereotactic neurosurgery and Gamma Knife radiosurgery
• Serves on the steering committee for the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Specialises in neuromodulation techniques for chronic pain and movement disorders

Dr. Firat Oruc is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in joint replacement and complex surgery for the knees, shoulders, and hips. Dr. Oruc earned his medical degree and completed residency training at Akdeniz University. He treats a broad range of conditions, including bone tumors and pediatric orthopedic disorders.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Expertise includes limb lengthening and scoliosis surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and spinal conditions.
• Works at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

Dr. Samet Erinc is an orthopedic spine surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic knee prosthesis and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Erinc trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA. He specializes in treating pediatric scoliosis and degenerative spine diseases.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Treats childhood spinal diseases, including kyphosis and disk herniation.
• Completed Eurospine accredited modules through the Turkish Spine Society.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Dr. Ibrahim Azboy is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in primary, revision, and robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements. Dr. Azboy completed specialized arthroplasty training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He also held a research fellowship at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.

• Authored over 70 internationally peer-reviewed journal articles on orthopedic innovation.
• Performs MAKOplasty total hip replacement and robotic-assisted knee surgery.
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS).
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses da Vinci robotic systems.

Dr. Ayhan Kara is a neurosurgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed hundreds of endoscopic spine surgeries. Dr. Kara specializes in minimally invasive procedures for the cervical and lumbar spine. He completed his medical training at Dicle University and specialized in neurosurgery at Kartal Hospital.

• Completed a clinical internship at the Helios Clinic in Hamburg.
• Performs anterior lumbar discectomy, nucleoplasty, and spinal fixation.
• Focuses on surgical methods that shorten rehabilitation time.
• Works at Central Hospital, which treats 138,000 patients annually.

Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a highly qualified neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a clear focus on specialist spine surgery.

• Specialises in complex spinal cord stimulator (SCS) procedures for chronic pain
• Expertise includes peripheral nerve surgery and managing spinal fractures
• Handles intricate spine tumours and vascular aneurysm surgeries
• Serves as a Professor - an academic rank signifying senior expertise and leadership in neurosurgery
• Broad experience in pituitary surgery and minimally invasive spine interventions

Professor Mehmet Alpay Cal is a specialist neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on functional neurosurgery and advanced pain management protocols.

• Specialises in functional neurosurgery and algology for chronic pain management
• Expert in spinal surgery and peripheral nerve procedures at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital
• Researches pre-emptive analgesia to improve patient recovery and comfort after surgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Published researcher in international neurosurgery journals on complex spinal conditions

Professor Cagri Canbolat treats complex spinal conditions at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery times for patients requiring spinal interventions.

• Specialises in spinal minimally invasive surgery and oncological spinal procedures
• Researched therapeutic effects of novel treatments for partial spinal cord injuries
• Published over 40 surgical papers in major journals like World Neurosurgery
• Focuses on neuro-intensive care and managing high-complexity spinal trauma cases