Neurosurgery Doctors Abroad — Page 13

Professor Gurelik is a senior neurosurgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital, specialising in complex brain and spinal cord tumour removals. He maintains a dual focus on surgical and non-surgical treatments for wide-ranging neurological conditions.

• Specialises in transnasal surgery for pituitary tumours and endoscopic procedures for hydrocephalus
• Manages cerebrovascular conditions including brain aneurysms and haemorrhages
• Expert in both minimally invasive and traditional surgical methods for lumbar and neck hernias
• Former faculty member at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine
• Highly experienced in treating head and spine traumas and injuries

Professor Kim is a pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery, having received the prestigious Paviz Kambin Award for his global contributions to endoscopic techniques.

• Specialises in endoscopic spine surgery – using tiny cameras and tools for faster recovery and less scarring
• Trained in advanced spinal procedures in both Germany and South Korea
• Leads the spine programme at Nanoori Hospital as a Director and Adjunct Professor
• Published over 50 research papers on treating herniated discs and spinal stenosis

Dr Hakan Ozalp is a board-certified neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital who specialises in complex brain and spinal procedures.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Ankara University – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Completed a fellowship at the University of Insubria in Italy for international advanced surgical techniques
• Former lecturer at Mersin University where he trained the next generation of brain surgeons
• Experienced in minimally invasive fusion surgery using small incisions for faster patient recovery
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Dr Mehmet Tonge specialises in brain and nerve surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital, focusing on the treatment of complex neurological conditions.

• Performs Gamma Knife procedures – non-invasive radiation that targets brain tumours without surgery
• Expert in neurorrhaphy – the surgical suturing of divided nerves to restore function after injury
• Focuses on spinal cord interventions including treatment for spinal cord abscesses
• Manages complex cases including brain oncology and aneurysm repair

Assistant Professor Gokcek has successfully treated thousands of patients with complex brain and spine conditions, maintaining a surgical success rate between 90% and 100%.

• Specialises in micro neurosurgery and endoscopic skull base surgery for delicate tumour removal
• Performs minimally invasive and percutaneous spine surgery to reduce pain and speed up recovery
• Trained in advanced neuro endoscopy at Ghent University in Belgium and microsurgery at Hacettepe University
• Expert in complex revision cases, including re-operating failed spine surgeries from other centres
• International experience includes time as an observer doctor in Michigan, USA