Cavernoma Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Specializations

Endoscopic Closed Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery

Surgical Treatment for Spine Fractures

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Cervical and Lumbar Herniations

Assistant Professor Cevdet Gokcek is a high-volume neurosurgeon based at Medipol University, having successfully treated thousands of patients with complex brain and vascular conditions.

• Specialises in micro-neurosurgery for cavernomas – using microscopic techniques for smaller incisions and better nerve protection
• Maintains high success rates between 90% and 95% for intricate brain and spinal procedures
• Trained in neuro-endoscopy at Ghent University – uses fine cameras to reach deep brain lesions safely
• Experienced in managing vascular malformations, including AVMs and brain aneurysms

Professor Hakan Ozalp is a senior neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital who completed specialized brain and nerve surgery training at Ankara University.

• Trained at the University of Insubria in Italy focusing on neurosurgical techniques
• Former Lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine training future neurosurgical specialists
• Extensive experience in private and public hospital settings managing complex vascular malformations
• Focuses on microsurgical resection to safely remove cavernomas and prevent future bleeding

Dr Ahmet Karkucak is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on treating vascular malformations and tumours of the central nervous system.

• Specialises in aneurysm surgery to repair weak or bulging blood vessel walls
• Uses microsurgical techniques for brain tumour removal to preserve healthy tissue
• Expertise includes pituitary surgery for complex growths at the base of the brain
• Performs peripheral nerve surgery to restore function after nerve damage or compression

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a neurosurgery specialist at Biruni University Hospital who sharpened his expertise at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery.

• Specialises in neurosurgery for vascular malformations including cavernomas
• Holds the title of Associate Professor of Neurosurgery
• Completed clinical training at Istanbul Bakirkoy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Trained in neurosurgery at leading psychiatric and neurological centres in Turkey

Associate Professor Idris Sertbas specialises in complex neurosurgery at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, focusing on delicate vascular malformations of the brain and spine.

• Performs microsurgical resection of cavernomas to prevent life-threatening brain bleeds
• Specialises in vascular neurosurgery including aneurysm and arteriovenous malformation (AVM) repairs
• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish surgical centre
• Appointed Associate Professor following years of academic research and clinical practice
• Manages both adult and paediatric cases involving congenital brain abnormalities

Dr Mehmet Alpay Cal is a specialist neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on the surgical management of complex vascular and brain conditions.

• Specialises in neuro-oncological surgery for both adult and paediatric patients
• Researches antiepileptic drug protocols and tumor markers to improve surgical recovery
• Experienced in functional neurosurgery, managing neurological disorders through precise intervention
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and the Istanbul Medical Chamber

Professor Baskan is a lead academic at Biruni University who focuses on the delicate management of paediatric brain and spine conditions.

• Specialises in paediatric neurosurgery for infants and children
• Expertise in neurooncological surgery for complex brain tumours
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Paediatric Group
• Manages congenital anomalies of the spine and spinal cord
• Faculty member at the Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery

Dr Cagri Canbolat treats cavernomas using neurovascular surgery at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, focusing on vascular malformations in the brain and spine.

• Specialises in neurovascular surgery to manage blood vessel abnormalities in the central nervous system
• Uses skull base surgery techniques to access deep-seated lesions with minimal brain retraction
• Provides neuro-intensive care for close monitoring after complex vascular procedures
• Researched spinal cord protection at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine

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.