Acoustic neuroma Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Alper Karaoglan is a senior academic neurosurgeon at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, bringing high-level expertise to the surgical management of complex skull-base cases.

• Treats acoustic neuromas using microsurgical techniques to preserve facial nerve function
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Recipient of the Prof Dr Hamit Ziya Gokalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Medical Association
• Recognised with the Best Paper Award for research into neurological protection

Dr Ibrahim Akkurt specialises in neurosurgical oncology at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on the removal of brain and spine tumours.

• Performs microsurgery for skull base lesions to preserve neurological function
• Specialises in brain and spine tumours using precise surgical techniques
• Manages complex cases involving spinal canal narrowing and structural stabilisation
• Utilises microsurgical approaches designed for smaller incisions and reduced recovery times

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex brain tumours and microsurgical techniques.

• Specialises in the surgical removal of skull base tumours including acoustic neuromas
• Performs peripheral nerve surgery to help preserve facial nerve function during tumour resection
• Focuses on pituitary and aneurysm surgery using high-magnification microsurgical tools
• Handles complex spinal oncology cases involving tumours of the spine and spinal cord

The doctor specializes in advanced spinal procedures, with a primary clinical focus on endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery. Expertise includes the surgical management of complex spine fractures and the performance of minimally invasive surgical techniques for both cervical and lumbar herniations.

Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He holds the official plastic surgery expert title from the Ministry of Health of Turkey. Dr. Karacaoglan specializes in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries. He completed fellowships in the US and Turkey to refine his surgical techniques.

• Recognized as a top plastic surgeon by Harper's Bazaar and Elle magazines.
• Member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
• Performs FUE hair transplants, rhinoplasty, and complex mommy makeovers.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul.

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a highly regarded neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital who completed his specialist training at the prestigious Bakirkoy Training and Research Hospital.

• Held a visiting scholar position at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery in the USA
• Specialises in neuro-oncology focusing on complex tumours located at the base of the skull
• Former neurosurgery specialist at Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital for over seven years
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE