Craniostenosis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

The doctor specializes in advanced neurosurgical and orthopedic procedures, with a primary clinical focus on micro-surgical treatments for lumbar and cervical disc herniations. Extensive expertise includes the surgical management of scoliosis, brain and spine tumors, and spinal fractures.

Furthermore, the doctor is highly experienced in performing complex interventions for spinal canal narrowing and lumbar spondylolisthesis, utilizing precision techniques to address degenerative spinal conditions and restore patient mobility.

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.

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak leads the neurosurgery department at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex skull and brain procedures.

• Specialises in neurosurgery for infants and adults involving skull reconstruction
• Performs microsurgical repairs to correct bone growth and relieve brain pressure
• Expertise in peripheral nerve surgery to address associated nerve issues
• Utilises surgical techniques focused on promoting natural brain development

Dr. Melih Ucer is a neurosurgeon and associate professor at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He served as a visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin Clinic of Neurosurgery. Dr. Ucer specializes in complex brain and spine surgeries. He treats conditions like spinal stenosis, brain tumors, and cerebral aneurysms.

• Specializes in transnasal tumor resection and deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery.
• Performs Gamma Knife radiosurgery and stereotaxic procedures for brain conditions.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Professor Fikret Baskan is a specialist paediatric neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital with nearly a decade of dedicated focus on complex skull and brain procedures in children.

• Specialises in treating congenital anomalies such as craniostenosis and spina bifida
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society's Paediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Expert in neuro-oncological surgery for treating tumours within the central nervous system
• Experienced in managing hydrocephalus using shunt systems and endoscopic techniques
• Faculty member at Biruni University, training the next generation of neurological surgeons

Dr Murat Duzgun specialises in microsurgery and neuronavigation – using computer-mapped guidance for precise skull and brain procedures at Can Hospitals.

• Treats craniostenosis as part of his focus on congenital anomalies
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce scarring and speed up recovery times
• Expert in neuronavigation – technology that allows for safer and more accurate movements
• Trained at Izmir Ege University Hospital in brain and nerve surgery
• Manages complex skull reshaping and hydrocephalus in paediatric cases

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 Mustafa Gurelik is a neurosurgery specialist at Medicana Sivas Hospital with deep expertise in managing complex skull and brain conditions.

• Specialises in endoscopic surgeries for hydrocephalus to manage fluid and pressure within the skull
• Performs delicate neurosurgical procedures for brain tumours and haemorrhages requiring high precision
• Background as a Professor at Cumhuriyet University's Faculty of Medicine training future neurosurgeons
• Manages congenital and traumatic head conditions including complex pituitary and cerebrovascular cases