Spinal stenosis Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Serkan Kitis is a dedicated neurosurgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital with a strong background in academic medicine from Bezmialem Vakif University.

• Treats complex spinal compression cases using microsurgical techniques
• Focuses on spinal decompression to relieve pressure on the spinal cord
• Gained extensive expertise during a decade at a major university hospital
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – a premier Turkish medical school
• Specialises in precise surgical interventions for chronic nerve pain

Professor Gürhan Adam is a highly qualified Interventional Radiology Specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital with three fellowships in image-guided procedures.

• Specialises in interventional radiology – treats spinal conditions using imaging guidance for higher precision
• Fellowship trained at Bursa Uludag University and Ege University
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery time and avoid major open surgery
• Member of the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Interventional Radiology

Professor Ilhan Elmaci leads the Neurosurgery Department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital after serving as chief for Europe's first EANS-accredited clinic in Turkey.

• Specialises in spinal microsurgery – uses high-powered microscopes for smaller incisions and faster recovery
• Trained at Johns Hopkins University in vascular neurosurgery and complex spinal care
• Uses neuronavigation technology – GPS-like mapping for safer and more precise spinal decompression
• Completed specialised micro neurosurgery training at Zurich University
• Executive Committee member of the European Skull Base Society

Professor Onur Yaman is a neurosurgery leader who holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate used to relieve pressure on the spinal cord. He treats complex spine cases at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Specialises in spinal laminoplasty – a procedure that creates more space for nerves to reduce pain
• Holds membership in EuroSpine and the World Spinal Column Society
• Serves on the Turkish Scientific and Technological Research Council for medical device development
• Received multiple awards for his research into improving surgical outcomes for spine patients

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 Ramazan Sari is a leading neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who specialised during his clinic's accreditation by the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Specialises in endoscopic spinal treatment for less pain and faster recovery times
• Uses O-arm CT neuronavigation for high precision during complex back procedures
• Utilises intraoperative neuromonitorisation to protect nerve function throughout surgery
• Former lecturer at Medipol University where he helped establish the neurosurgery department

Associate Professor Akin Akakin is a Florida University-trained neurosurgeon who specialises in lateral microsurgical techniques for complex spinal conditions.

• Performs microsurgery for spinal stenosis – uses high-powered magnification to relieve nerve pressure through tiny incisions.
• Completed a neuroanatomy fellowship at Florida University in the United States.
• Expert in far-lateral lumbar disc surgery for targeted repair of the lower spine.
• Treats neurovascular and cerebrovascular diseases alongside complex spinal nerve disorders.
• Contributes to global neurosurgery research with numerous published articles in international journals.

Professor Baran Yil is an award-winning neurosurgeon who completed a prestigious cerebrovascular fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine in the United States.

• Treats complex narrowing of the spinal canal using microsurgical techniques
• Awarded first prize by the Turkish Neurosurgery Society for young neurosurgeon excellence
• Active member of AOSpine and the Turkish Spine Association
• Instructional lead for skull base anatomy and surgical training courses
• Specialises in neuro-oncology and surgical management of spinal disorders

Dr Halil Olgun is a neurosurgery expert at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, specialising in complex spinal procedures for canal stenosis and spinal disorders.

• Manages lumbar and cervical canal stenosis – narrowing of the spine that causes nerve pain
• International presenter on neuro-oncology and spinal surgical techniques
• Member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons
• Awarded a Certificate of Achievement from the Ministry of Health
• Recognised member of the Turkish Medical Association

Professor Kapici is the Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Altınbaş University – one of Turkey's leading medical education and research hubs.

• Completed intensive specialist spine surgery training with the Spine Society of Europe
• Specialises in microsurgery – uses high-powered magnification for smaller incisions and less tissue damage
• Member of the Turkish Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Expertise in managing complex nerve compression and structural spine issues
• Lectures on neurosurgery, training the next generation of spinal specialists