Pediatric Neurosurgery Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Assistant Professor Gokcek has treated thousands of children with complex brain and spine conditions, maintaining a success rate of up to 100 per cent for paediatric cranial cases.

• Specialises in endoscopic third ventriculostomy – a minimally invasive way to treat hydrocephalus without permanent shunts
• Expert in treating premature newborns with cerebral haemorrhage and congenital spine anomalies
• Completed advanced neuro-endoscopy training at Ghent University in Belgium
• Former observer at the University of Michigan in the United States

Dr Osman Karli is a paediatric specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a strong focus on diagnostic neurological cases in children. He presents scientific research on complex conditions like myoclonic epilepsy in diabetic patients.

• Specialises in monitoring infants and children from birth to 18 years
• Investigates paediatric pancreatitis and rare nutritional deficiencies
• Expert in preventive medicine and child health screenings
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Presented clinical research on epilepsy at national paediatric forums

Associate Professor Muhammet Ali Varkal is a specialist paediatrician at Liv Hospital Ulus with extensive academic credentials from Istanbul University.

• Specialises in child health and diseases, including paediatric emergencies and growth development
• Serves as a Lecturer at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, training future specialists
• Focuses on functional medicine and managing complex respiratory and allergic conditions
• Authored dozens of scientific articles and book chapters in international medical journals

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is a fellowship-trained expert at Liv Hospital Ulus with significant international experience from the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

• Completed a fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario in Canada
• Specialises in laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques for precise treatment
• Serves as the Secretary General of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Member of the American College of Surgeons and the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Umran Medical Centre with over a decade of experience treating skin conditions in younger patients.

• Focuses on paediatric dermatology, managing skin diseases specific to children and adolescents
• Expert in dermato-oncology for the early detection and surgical removal of suspicious skin lesions
• Treats medical conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis, and various fungal or bacterial infections
• Consults in both English and Turkish for international families

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior specialist at Ümran Medical Centre with decades of hands-on expertise in medical and surgical dermatology.

• Treats benign and malignant skin tumours via dermato-oncology
• Manages chronic conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Performs surgical interventions for various skin lesions and growths
• Uses laser therapies for pigmentation disorders and scar reduction
• Offers non-invasive cosmetic procedures such as fillers and mesotherapy

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Tıp Merkezi focused on pediatric and adolescent nutrition for growing children.

• Develops growth-oriented meal plans for children and teenagers
• Creates evidence-based nutrition programmes for managing metabolic conditions
• Designs tailored diets to support physical health and long-term well-being
• Provides personalised nutrition counselling for weight and disease management

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a general surgeon at Umran Tip Merkezi who focuses on abdominal and soft tissue procedures in children.

• Treats paediatric hernias and appendicitis using minimally invasive techniques
• Performs laparoscopic surgery which uses small incisions for faster recovery
• Manages endocrine conditions including thyroid and adrenal gland operations
• Expert in emergency and trauma surgery for acute paediatric cases

Dr Erdem Gelegen is a specialist ophthalmologist based at Umran Medical Centre with over two decades of clinical experience in eye surgery and microsurgery.

• Specialises in cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and premium lens implantation
• Performs refractive surgery to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism with laser techniques
• Manages retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Corrects vision disorders using medical and surgical treatments for glaucoma
• Oversees corneal transplants and the management of keratoconus

Dr Cevat Azeroglu provides essential diagnostic support for paediatric neurosurgery cases at Umran Medical Centre using precision MRI and CT imaging.

• Specialises in cross-sectional imaging to identify neurological conditions in children
• Uses MRI and CT scans to help surgeons plan delicate brain and spinal procedures
• Performs vascular ultrasound to monitor blood flow in neurological patients
• Collaborates with clinical teams to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment staging
• Trained in radiology at Ondokuz Mayis University

Dr Baskan is a lead faculty member at Biruni University who dedicated nearly a decade to the highly specialised field of pediatric neurosurgery.

• Focuses on congenital anomalies like spina bifida and Arnold Chiari syndrome
• Treats hydrocephalus and complex brain tumours through neurooncological surgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Performed surgical interventions at Istanbul's largest training and city hospitals
• Expert in spine and spinal cord surgery for younger patients

Dr Vikas Gupta is the Head of Neurosurgery and Interventional Neuroradiology at BLK Super Speciality Hospital. He is a Senior Master of Neurosurgery specialising in minimally invasive spinal and brain procedures.

• Treats paediatric conditions including complex hydrocephalus and brain tumours
• Uses endovascular neurosurgery to treat vascular issues through small blood vessel punctures
• Specialises in spinal reconstruction and deformity correction for younger patients
• Member of the Neurological Society of India and the Indian Society of Neuroanaesthesiology

Professor Hasan Mirzai is a neurosurgery specialist at Kolan Hospital Group with a focused expertise in treating brain tumours in children.

• Specialises in paediatric brain surgery and nerve-related conditions
• Performs spinal surgery to correct congenital and acquired issues
• Holds a professorship from Celal Bayar University Hospital
• Member of the World Spine Society and the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Broad clinical background from leading university and international hospitals