Spinal stenosis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Op. Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgeon. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020 and became a specialist in neurosurgery.

His clinical focus is spine and spinal cord disorders. He completed an observership in the Complex Spinal Surgery Department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgical center in the United Kingdom.

He completed mandatory service in Mardin. He also worked at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has been a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital. He provides care for brain, spine, and peripheral nerve disorders.

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 Bozbuga is a senior neurosurgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital who specialises in complex spinal cord surgery and skull base procedures.

• Performs microsurgery to decompress the spinal canal, creating more space for nerves to reduce pain
• Expert in neurovascular surgery – manages blood vessel issues affecting the central nervous system
• Former professor at Istanbul University, a premier institution for medical training in Turkey
• Contributes to international peer-reviewed journals on the latest techniques in spinal repair

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. Tufan Cansever is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in spinal surgery, brain tumors, and neurovascular diseases. Dr. Cansever won the Dr. Yıldız Yalçınlar Scientific Research Award for his contributions. He focuses on minimally invasive spine surgery and interventional pain management.

• Performs brain and spinal tumor removals and minimally invasive fusion surgery.
• Treats complex conditions like spinal stenosis, spine cysts, and spinal cord abscesses.
• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Award.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Spine Society.

Dr Musa Boztepe is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with intensive training in spinal and peripheral nerve surgery.

• Specialises in cervical disc surgery and spinal nerve decompression treatments
• Completed dedicated functional neurosurgery training for chronic pain management
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Trained at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on spinal tumours and complex cerebrovascular surgery cases

Dr Ali Osman Mucuoglu is a neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital who holds advanced certification in complex spinal surgery. He uses minimally invasive techniques to treat spinal conditions, focusing on reducing surgical trauma and speeding up patient recovery.

• Completed the prestigious Dr Mehmet Zileli Advanced Spinal Surgery Course
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
• Specialised training in neuroanatomy and functional neurosurgery from Lithuania
• Published research on surgical techniques for spinal lesions and cysts
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Associate Professor Tuncay Kaner is a highly credentialed neurosurgeon who completed a fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center in California.

• Specialises in minimal intervention spinal surgery to reduce recovery times and post-operative pain
• Former visiting faculty member at the University of Virginia Department of Neurosurgery
• Active member of the Scoliosis Research Society and AO Spine International
• Researched spinal surgical techniques as a fellow at the Istanbul American Hospital
• Specialist in the Turkish Neurosurgery Association Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group

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.

Dr. Suwit Tangcharoenwathanakul is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine disorders. He has subspecialty training in spine surgery.

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Faculty of Medicine, Naresuan University (2010). Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery, Hatyai Hospital (2015). Fellowship in Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Center of Excellence, Lerdsin Hospital (2020).

Associate Professor Evren Sandal is a neurosurgery specialist who completed intensive training in craniocervical junction surgery at Ege University. He now leads surgical interventions at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Specialises in craniocervical junction surgery – focuses on the complex area where the skull meets the spine
• Trained at the University of Wisconsin in the USA – studied skull base and neurovascular surgical techniques
• Uses microsurgical approaches – allows for smaller incisions and more precise treatment of spinal compression
• Published research on spinal junction disorders – contributes to clinical knowledge in neurosurgery

Dr. Alireza Soltanzadeh is an anesthesiology and reanimation specialist at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed anesthesia and critical care procedures since 1998. He holds a specific fellowship in cardiac anesthesia from Istanbul’s Çapa Medical Faculty. Dr. Soltanzadeh also trained in pain management (algology) at the Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Center.

• Specializes in cardiac anesthesia, ozonotherapy, and chronic pain management.
• Served as Chief Physician at a state hospital for five years.
• Fluent in seven languages, including English, German, Arabic, and Farsi.
• Practices at Estexper Clinic, an ISO-certified and ISAPS-certified facility.

Professor Kenan Kibici specialises in microsurgery and spinal stabilisation – he has held senior leadership roles including Chief of Neurosurgery at Kasımpaşa Marine Hospital.

• Performs minimally invasive decompression to relieve pressure on the spinal cord with faster recovery times
• Expert in transpedicular fixation – a reliable technique used to stabilise the spine after surgery
• Member of the Spine Society of Europe and the Turkish Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Lecturer at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine training the next generation of spine specialists

Dr. Lee Sanggu, MD, PhD, is a neurosurgeon. He is the Honorary Medical Director and Director of the Spine Center. He is also a Professor of Neurosurgery at Gachon University Gil Medical Center.

Clinical focus includes spine tumors, spinal disorders, minimally invasive spine surgery, and cervical disorders. Procedures include PEN, PNP, selective nerve block, microscopic or endoscopic discectomy, artificial disc replacement, minimally invasive spinal fusion, and vertebroplasty.

He earned a PhD in Medicine from Hanyang University. He served as Chief of Neurosurgery at the Veterans Health Service Medical Center. He is an executive board member of KNS, KNTS, and KSNS. He has served as Vice President and President of KSCS. He is a past president of KOMISS, KAME, and KSPNS. He is an AOSpine Asia Pacific Committee member and a full member of NASS. He was listed in Marquis Who’s Who in 2010.

Professor Alper Karaoglan is a high-level neurosurgeon at Memorial Bodrum Hospital who has spent over a decade training the next generation of specialists in spinal care.

• Specialises in surgical decompression to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerves
• Awarded the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award by the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association
• Recognised for research excellence with the Best Paper Award at the National Scientific Congress