Brain tumor Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Mehmet Tonge treats complex neurological cases at Medipol Mega University Hospital, one of Turkey's largest and most modern medical facilities.

• Specialises in neurosurgery focusing on both brain and nerve conditions
• Practises at a major JCI-accredited university centre known for high-volume surgical care
• Experienced in managing tumours requiring delicate surgical intervention
• Part of a multidisciplined team providing surgical solutions for neurological disorders

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

Dr Ramazan Uyar is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Medical Park Antalya specialising in the surgical removal of cerebrospinal tumours.

• Awarded the Dr Cengiz Çetin thesis prize for research in vagus nerve stimulation (VNS)
• Specialises in precise aneurysm surgery – repairing weakened blood vessels in the brain
• Expert in paediatric neurosurgery focusing on brain tumours and hydrocephalus in children
• Performs cerebellum prolapse surgeries to relieve pressure on the brain and spinal cord
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties

Professor Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is a European Board-certified neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who has completed a prestigious fellowship in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery.

• Specialises in minimally invasive brain surgery – uses smaller incisions for less pain and faster recovery times
• Trained in stereotactic procedures – allows for high-precision targeting of deep-seated tumours with minimal tissue damage
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
• Holds Professor status at Demiroğlu Bilim University – one of Turkey's academic medical centres
• Certified in microsurgery for peripheral nerve and brachial plexus reconstruction

Professor Musa Boztepe is a senior neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with training from the Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital.

• Completed specialist training in neuro-oncology focusing on complex tumour management
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Trained in cerebrovascular surgery for managing tumours near major blood vessels
• Expert in functional neurosurgery and modern pain management protocols
• Specialises in spinal surgery and peripheral nerve repairs

Associate Professor Mehmet Tonge is a specialist in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, trained in Switzerland and the Netherlands to handle complex brain tumours.

• Specialises in Gamma Knife radiosurgery – precise radiation that treats tumours without making an incision
• Trained at Zurich University Hospital in intraoperative MRI to improve surgical accuracy
• Completed a four-year specialist training cycle with the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Contributed to 32 international medical publications and 12 textbooks on neurosurgery
• Current Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, teaching new generations of surgeons

Dr Ali Osman Mucuoglu uses high-tech 3D printing to plan precise pituitary tumour removals at Atlas University Hospital.

• Specialises in transsphenoidal hypophysectomy – removing tumours through the nose to avoid visible scars and speed up recovery
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
• Expert in neuroanatomy and minimally invasive techniques for intracranial cases
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University – a leading Turkish institution for neurosurgical research

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specializes in brain tumor removal and pituitary adenoma surgery. Dr. Gazioglu completed the EANS European Neurosurgery Course. This is a top-tier training standard for surgeons in Europe. She also trained at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades in France.

• Expertise in endoscopic pituitary surgery and endoscopic lumbar disc procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Moya-moya disease and arteriovenous malformations.
• Performs brain aneurysm repairs and brain tumor embolization.
• Studied epilepsy surgery and insular–hippocampal anatomy at Istanbul University.

Professor Ali Akay is a senior neurosurgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital specialising in the surgical removal of complex brain and pituitary tumours.

• Specialises in brain tumour microsurgery – uses high-powered microscopes to remove tumours while protecting healthy brain tissue
• Performs pituitary adenoma surgery – removes tumours from the pituitary gland to restore hormonal balance
• Expert in trigeminal neuralgia treatment – addresses severe facial pain through surgical intervention
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Trained at Ege University – one of the region's leading medical research institutions

Dr. Halil Can is a Professor of Neurosurgery at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in endoscopic and microsurgical spine surgery for tumors and degenerative diseases. Dr. Can is an author of 21 international peer-reviewed publications. He performs complex procedures including endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery.

• Conducted Phase I safety trials for stem-cell treatments in spinal cord injuries.
• Reported on surgical outcomes for 81 posterior circulation aneurysm cases.
• Expert in advanced pain management like intradiscal ozone therapy and laser nucleoplasty.
• Performs functional neurosurgery including Parkinson's surgery and spinal cord stimulator implantation.

Professor Tuncay Kaner is a US-trained neurosurgeon who held research fellowships at UCLA and the University of Virginia. He manages complex cases involving tumours of the brain and spine at Medical Park Bahcelievler.

• Specialises in surgical neurosurgery for tumours affecting the central nervous system
• Uses minimally invasive techniques – smaller incisions that lead to less scarring and faster recovery
• Member of AO Spine International and the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Performed research at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center on spinal surgical techniques
• Academic background as a Professor at Istanbul Medeniyet University

Associate Professor Evren Sandal is a neurosurgical specialist who completed intensive training in skull base surgery and cerebral bypass at the University of Wisconsin in the USA.

• Specialises in neurovascular surgery – repairing blood vessels in the brain to treat tumours safely
• Expert in craniocervical junction surgery – managing complex tumours where the skull meets the spine
• Performs skull base surgery – using specialised paths to reach tumours without disturbing brain tissue
• Trained alongside globally recognised experts at Ege University and the University of Wisconsin
• Published research focused on surgical outcomes for craniocervical junction disorders

Professor Kenan Kibici is a microsurgery specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital, holding a Master's degree in healthcare management and extensive neurosurgical training.

• Specialises in microsurgery – uses high-powered magnification for precise tumour removal with minimal impact on healthy brain tissue
• Published research on large meningioma variants and intracranial hematomas
• Lecturer in neurosurgery at Altanbas University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Spine Society of Europe