Spinal stenosis Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Professor Abdulkerim Gokoglu brings surgical expertise from Brigham and Women's Hospital – a top-tier teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School.

• Specialises in treating spinal diseases including stenosis and congenital nervous system disorders
• Completed a PhD in Clinical Anatomy to master precise surgical site navigation
• Manages complex spine deformities and traumatic injuries requiring microsurgical intervention
• Expertise includes intracranial haemorrhage and nerve surgery for severe neurological cases

Dr Fikret Baskan is a lead neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital, specialising in complex spinal cord surgery and paediatric neurosurgery.

• Treats congenital spinal anomalies including spina bifida and narrowing of the spinal canal
• Holds a PhD in neurosurgery from the Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery, training the next generation of specialists
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Paediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Expertise includes neuro-oncological surgery for tumours of the brain and spine

Professor Mehmet Ozek is a highly regarded neurosurgeon at Altunizade Hospital who specialises in complex spinal surgery and functional neurosurgery.

• Trained in neurosurgery at the University of Florida – a world-renowned centre for spinal anatomy
• Focuses on endoscopic spinal surgery – uses tiny incisions for quicker healing and less tissue damage
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS)
• Published 47 articles in international journals on surgical techniques and patient outcomes
• Expert in managing spinal stenosis alongside other complex spinal conditions

Dr Cagri Canbolat specialises in minimally invasive spinal surgery at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, focusing on techniques that preserve healthy tissue.

• Uses minimally invasive methods for spinal decompression, allowing for smaller incisions and reduced post-operative pain
• Focuses on neurovascular and spinal oncological surgery for complex cases
• Researched spinal cord injury therapies to improve nerve recovery outcomes
• Published extensively on spinal study protocols and neuro-surgical safety in leading medical journals
• Experienced in paediatric neurosurgery for young patients with congenital spinal conditions

Professor Iltae Jang was selected as South Korea's best doctor for spinal disorders by the country's leading newspapers. He currently serves as the President of Nanoori Hospital and is a recognized leader in neurosurgery.

• Specialises in microscopic spinal surgery – uses high-powered magnification for more precise repairs and smaller incisions
• Performs mini spinal fusion surgery to stabilise the spine with minimal disruption to surrounding tissue
• Provides artificial disc replacement to maintain neck and back mobility after surgery
• Trained in France at Clinic Arago and Center Des Massues in specialised spinal care

Dr Murat Duzgun specialises in microsurgery and fully closed spinal procedures at Can Hospitals Turkey. He focuses on restoring mobility through precise, minimally invasive techniques.

• Uses kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty to treat spinal fractures with bone cement
• Performs radiofrequency and laser pain interventions for non-surgical relief
• Trained at Ege University Hospital in brain and nerve surgery
• Specialises in endoscopic closed-method surgeries for faster patient recovery
• Utilises neuronavigation technology for high-precision tumor and spinal work

Dr Ayhan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist at Umran Medical Centre with a core focus on microsurgical techniques for spinal conditions.

• Specialises in spinal decompression – surgery to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerves
• Uses microsurgery to treat spinal stenosis, allowing for smaller incisions and less tissue damage
• Manages complex spinal cases including scoliosis and reconstructive surgery for traumatic injuries
• Focuses on peripheral nerve surgery to address nerve entrapments alongside spinal issues