Arteriovenous malformation Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Byung-hee Lee is a founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology, specialising in high-risk brain and vascular procedures. He uses interventional techniques to treat blood vessel conditions without traditional open surgery.

• Founding member of the Korean Stroke Society and the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology
• Regular member of the World Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery and the American Stroke Association
• Published 24 research papers in top-tier medical journals on vascular interventions
• Presents frequently at international conferences on cerebrovascular surgical techniques
• Clinical lead at RE:YOUTH clinic focusing on arterial stem cell applications

Dr Mehmet Besir Surme is a specialist neurosurgeon at Eskisehir City Hospital with expertise across complex vascular and spinal conditions.

• Completed a fellowship in paediatric neurosurgery at Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome
• Specialises in managing vascular malformations and intracranial aneurysms – weak spots in blood vessels
• Uses 3D printing technology to create customized grafts for complex reconstructive head surgery
• Published research on spontaneous spinal hematomas and intracranial pressure management

Associate Professor Melih Ucer serves as a senior neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital, bringing international expertise from his time as a scholar at the University of Wisconsin.

• Specialises in neurosurgery for cerebrovascular issues, providing surgical management for complex blood vessel abnormalities
• Earned a visiting scholarship at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery in the United States
• Recognised as an Associate Professor for his contribution to neurological surgical research and practice
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE, keeping up with global surgical standards
• Trained at Bakirkoy Psychiatric Hospital, a major centre for mental health and neurological diseases

Professor Gurelik is a senior neurosurgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital, where he leads the surgical team in managing complex brain and vascular conditions.

• Specialises in treating brain haemorrhages and cerebrovascular aneurysms – weakened blood vessels that can rupture.
• Performs endoscopic surgeries for hydrocephalus, using thin cameras for less invasive fluid drainage from the brain.
• Manages intricate spinal cord tumours and injuries requiring microsurgical intervention.
• Focuses on pituitary surgery to remove growths at the base of the brain with precision.

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic. He specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery. He focuses on movement disorders and spinal conditions like herniated discs. Dr. Ozek completed fellowships at Yale University and Florida University.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award.
• Authored over 40 articles in SCI international journals.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
• Works at JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade, a modern surgical facility in Istanbul.

Professor Fikret Baskan is a lead neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital, specialising in complex brain and spine procedures for both children and adults.

• Specialises in paediatric neurosurgery with a focus on congenital malformations and anomalies
• Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery, training the next generation of specialists
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the dedicated Paediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Expert in neuro-oncological surgery for treating tumours within the nervous system
• Extensive background at major Turkish training and research hospitals including Kanuni and Basaksehir Cam Sakura

Dr Murat Duzgun focuses on neurosurgical interventions at Can Hospitals, using neuronavigation to guide precision surgery for complex brain conditions.

• Specialises in treating brain haemorrhages and vascular anomalies
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery time and scarring
• Trained at Ege University Hospital in brain and nerve surgery
• Performs microsurgery to repair delicate blood vessel structures in the brain
• Expertise in endoscopic closed-method surgeries for reduced trauma

Dr. Hakan Ozalp is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vascular and spine neurosurgery. Dr. Ozalp completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Insubria in Italy. He previously served as a lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine.

• Performs complex brain aneurysm repair and arteriovenous malformation surgery.
• Specializes in endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion.
• Treats brain tumors using transnasal resection and stereotaxic radiosurgery.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using PET-CT and TrueBeam STx technology.