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

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

Associate Professor Mehmet Tonge is a specialist in functional neurosurgery who focuses on surgical solutions for chronic pain and movement disorders.

• Completed a prestigious Deep Brain Stimulation fellowship at Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Invited to deliver 41 lectures globally on stereotactic and functional neurosurgical techniques
• Finished the rigorous four-year European Association of Neurosurgical Societies training programme
• Contributed to 32 international medical publications and 12 textbooks regarding neurosurgery
• Expertise includes surgical interventions for spasticity and complex pain management

• AREAS OF INTEREST
• Spine surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Childhood spinal diseases
• Degenerative spine diseases
• Lumbar cervical disc herniation
• Knee hip joint disorders
• Orthopedic trauma surgery

• Education and Specialization
• 2010 - Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
• 2016 - Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

• Experience
• 2016 - 2022 - Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2015 -2016 - Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA

• Courses and Certificates
• 13.12.2019-14.12.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 08.11.2019-10.11.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 31.08.2015-04.09.2015 Basic Microsurgery Course, MICROSURGERY EDUCATION-RESEARCH LABORATORY
• AO Trauma Course-Basic Principles of Fracture Management
• 07.06.2014-10.06.2014 Fracture Management, Kodi Kojima Chairperson AOTrauma Education Commission
• 01.03.2013-02.03.2013 Instrumentation in Arthroscopic Surgery

• Professional Memberships
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Medical Association - Istanbul Medical Chamber

Prof. İbrahim Azboy, M.D.

Languages: English, Kurdish, Arabic

Orthopaedics and Traumatology
 

Areas of Expertise and Interest

• Hip & knee arthroplasty (primary, revision, robotic‑assisted)
• Infection prevention & management in joint replacements
• Minimally invasive and joint‑preserving orthopedic surgery
• Sports & trauma-related injuries (e.g. ACL, fractures)
• Osteoarthritis, cartilage damage & osteonecrosis

International Researcher IDs:  

• ORCID: 0000-0003-0926-3029 / Yoksis Researcher ID: 145243 

Education & Training

• 1994–2001: Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2002–2008: Ministry of Health Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• 2014 & 2017: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, USA – Knee and Hip Arthroplasty and Arthroscopy Training
• 2016: Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, USA – Knee and Hip Arthroplasty and Hip Preserving Surgery Training

Academic & Professional Appointments

• 2021–Present: Professor, Istanbul Medipol University
• 2017–2020: Associate Professor, Istanbul Medipol University
• 2011–2017: Assistant Professor, Dicle University
• 2008–2011: Consultant MD, Şanlıurfa and Balıkesir Military Hospitals

Professional Memberships

• Member of 9 national and international orthopedic associations including:
  AAHKS, SICOT, EHS, KADAD, TOTBID, TOTEK, and TTB

Scientific & Educational Contributions

• Prof. Dr. İbrahim Azboy has authored over 70 internationally and 25 nationally peer-reviewed journal articles, contributed to 4 book chapters and 2 book translations, and presented at 25+ international and 65+ national congresses. He also serves as a reviewer for 13 scientific journals, including JBJS, JOA, SICOT-J, and JORR.

Teaching & Speaking Engagements

• Speaker/trainer in 20+ national courses and congresses on topics such as:
• Hip and knee arthroplasty
• Prosthetic joint infections
• VTE prophylaxis
• Surgical approaches and implant strategies

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

Op. Dr. Ayhan Kara is a neurosurgeon with over 25 years in spine surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive and endoscopic procedures on the cervical and lumbar spine. His work includes anterior discectomy, nucleoplasty, and spinal instrumentation and fixation. He graduated from Dicle University. He completed neurosurgery training at Kartal Training and Research Hospital. He also finished an internship at Helios Clinic in Hamburg.

He has performed hundreds of advanced spine operations. He aims for fast recovery and shorter rehab. He stays active in courses and conferences. He uses current, individualized methods. Interests: minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery (cervical, lumbar), anterior lumbar discectomy, nucleoplasty, spinal instrumentation and fixation.

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

Dr. Cengiz Sen is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist. He has expertise in revision arthroplasty, degenerative joint disease, congenital limb deformities, and pediatric orthopedic disorders. Dr. Sen is skilled in limb lengthening, pseudoarthrosis surgery, and managing periprosthetic infections. He is also a pioneer in using stem cell therapy for orthopedic conditions.

Dr. Sen has published many articles, especially on total knee replacement and infected nonunion. He is a professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He has received the AOTT Oral Presentation Award for his academic and clinical achievements.

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