Neurosurgery Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Dr Evren Sandal specialises in high-precision neurosurgery, having completed advanced laboratory and clinical training at the University of Wisconsin in the USA.

• Focuses on craniocervical junction surgery near the spinal cord
• Expert in skull base surgery and cerebral bypass techniques
• Trained under the renowned Professor M. Sedat Çağlı
• Board-certified in Brain and Neurosurgery since 2015
• Practises at the JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital

Dr Ali Akay specialises in neurological microsurgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He focused his specialist training at the prestigious Ege University Faculty of Medicine.

• Performs microsurgery for lumbar and cervical disc herniations – use of microscopes for smaller incisions and quicker healing
• Expert in brain tumour removals and pituitary adenoma surgery
• Treats trigeminal neuralgia – a chronic pain condition affecting the face nerves
• Manages hydrocephalus and complex vascular conditions of the brain
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Associate Professor Tuncay Kaner is a spine surgery specialist who completed a prestigious fellowship at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center in California.

• Specialises in minimally invasive spinal surgery – uses small incisions for faster recovery and less post-operative pain
• Treats complex conditions including spinal tumours, scoliosis, and medication-resistant spinal infections
• Holds international memberships with AO Spine and the Scoliosis Research Society
• Served as a visiting faculty member at the University of Virginia's neurosurgery department

Associate Professor Onuk is a highly regarded specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital, where he focuses on precision surgical techniques for complex urological and pelvic conditions.

• Specialises in nerve-sparing surgery to preserve function after radical procedures
• Uses minimally invasive methods for stress urinary incontinence to reduce recovery time
• Expert in endoscopic treatment for ureteral polyps and bladder stone removal
• Published extensive research on prostate cancer detection and erectile dysfunction recovery

Dr. Han Yeongmin is a neurosurgeon (MD, PhD). He is Medical Director and Director of the Neurosurgery Center at Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital. He treats cerebrovascular disease and peripheral nerve disorders. He also specializes in brain tumors and skull base surgery. Conditions include stroke, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral infarction, and moyamoya disease. He performs PEN, PNP, and SNB. He also offers microscopic and endoscopic discectomy, artificial disc replacement, MIS-TLIF/minimally invasive spinal fusion, and vertebroplasty.

He earned his MD and PhD from The Catholic University of Korea. He served as a visiting professor in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute (Phoenix, Arizona, USA). He also served at Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington (Seattle, USA).

His publications include co-authorship of Chapter 52 of the Textbook of Korean Cerebrovascular Surgery. He also co-authored Acoustic Neuroma Oncology. He is a full member of KNS, KSCVS, KSBS, KBTS, KNTS, KSNS, and KSPNS.

Dr. Lee Sanggu, MD, PhD, is a neurosurgeon. He is the Honorary Medical Director and Director of the Spine Center. He is also a Professor of Neurosurgery at Gachon University Gil Medical Center.

Clinical focus includes spine tumors, spinal disorders, minimally invasive spine surgery, and cervical disorders. Procedures include PEN, PNP, selective nerve block, microscopic or endoscopic discectomy, artificial disc replacement, minimally invasive spinal fusion, and vertebroplasty.

He earned a PhD in Medicine from Hanyang University. He served as Chief of Neurosurgery at the Veterans Health Service Medical Center. He is an executive board member of KNS, KNTS, and KSNS. He has served as Vice President and President of KSCS. He is a past president of KOMISS, KAME, and KSPNS. He is an AOSpine Asia Pacific Committee member and a full member of NASS. He was listed in Marquis Who’s Who in 2010.

Navamin 9 Hospital is a private hospital accredited by JCI and Thailand Hospital Accreditation (HA). It is in Bangkok’s Min Buri district and was founded in 2008. The hospital treats about 30,000 patients each year. Its medical team includes 100 doctors across 10 departments.

Services include a center for cardiology and internal medicine. There is a 24-hour emergency and trauma center. The hospital offers advanced surgery. It provides mother and child care. It also runs wellness and check-up programs for preventive care.

Dr Mustafa Emiroglu is a highly trained specialist surgeon at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. He holds a medical degree from the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Experienced in managing endocrine conditions involving the thyroid and adrenal glands
• Recognised member of the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Completed specialised training at the Europe Senology Academia in Germany
• Expertise includes oncoplastic surgery for treating tumours while maintaining physical appearance
• Member of the Turkish Society of Surgery and the Colorectal Surgery Association

Dr. Kasama Wiroskoolchai is a wellness specialist at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital in Bangkok. Dr. Wiroskoolchai focuses on combining conventional and precision medicine to treat chronic conditions. The doctor manages non-communicable diseases like type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This approach aims to improve quality of life and longevity through restorative care.

• Specializes in pharmacopuncture and rehabilitation after stroke or traumatic brain injury.
• Treats autoimmune conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis and autoimmune hepatitis.
• Works at a facility accredited by the GHA and AACI for international patient safety.
• Uses regenerative techniques to help tissue repair and prevent disease complications.

Professor Karaoglan is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Memorial Bodrum Hospital who specialises in treating complex conditions of the brain and spine.

• Experienced in managing cerebral artery aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations
• Recognised with the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Focuses on neuroprotection for subarachnoid haemorrhage – protecting brain tissue after bleeding
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Professor Kenan Kibici is a military-trained neurosurgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He specialise in microsurgery and minimally invasive techniques for complex brain and spine conditions.

• Performs minimally invasive spine surgery to reduce recovery times and scarring
• Expert in peripheral nerve repairs, including carpal tunnel and nerve entrapments
• Member of the Spine Society of Europe and Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Lectures in neurosurgery at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Published 30+ research papers on spinal stabilisation and nerve trauma

Dr Gokhan Gurkan is a highly trained neurosurgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He successfully passed the European Board of Neurosurgery examination, a prestigious international standard for surgical expertise.

• Specialises in endoscopic lumbar surgery – a minimally invasive approach for faster recovery
• Treats brain aneurysms using clipping techniques to prevent life-threatening bleeds
• Performs microvascular surgery for conditions like trigeminal neuralgia involving facial nerve pain
• Expert in spinal collapse surgeries like kyphoplasty to stabilise vertebrae after injury
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Neurovascular Group

Dr Alireza Soltanzadeh is a specialist in anaesthesiology and algology, focusing on complex pain management for neurosurgical and spinal conditions.

• Completed a fellowship in pain management (algology) at Istanbul Capa Medical Faculty
• Specialises in ozone therapy and innovative pain relief for herniated disks
• Expert in critical care and cardiac anaesthesia for patient safety during surgery
• Former Chief Physician with extensive experience in international medical standards
• Fluent in English, Farsi, and Turkish to support international patients

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.