Moyamoya Disease Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Alper Karaoglan is a high-level neurosurgeon who previously led the neurosurgery department at Maltepe University for over a decade.

• Specialises in vascular neurosurgery including bypass techniques to restore blood flow to the brain
• Received the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Won the Best Paper Award for research into protecting brain vessels after haemorrhage
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society contributing to peer-reviewed surgical literature

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a heavy focus on delicate vascular brain procedures.

• Specialises in aneurysm surgery to repair weakened or bulging blood vessel walls
• Manages complex skull base cases including pituitary surgery through the nasal passage
• Performs peripheral nerve surgery to restore function and reduce chronic pain
• Skilled in treating spinal tumours and fractures causing nerve compression

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 highly skilled neurosurgeon at Medipol University Hospital, specialising in complex vascular brain surgery and microsurgical techniques.

• Treats vascular diseases of the brain, including Moyamoya disease and cerebral haemorrhage
• Utilises microsurgery to repair delicate blood vessels and improve blood flow to the brain
• Completed specialised microsurgery training at the Institute of Neurological Sciences and Psychiatry
• Maintains high success rates in adult and paediatric neurosurgical procedures
• Research contributor with 17 articles published in international medical journals

Specializations

Micro Surgical Lumbar and Cervical Disc Herniation Treatment

Scoliosis Surgery and Treatment

Brain and Spine Tumors

Spine Fracture Treatment

Spinal Canal Narrowing Surgery

Lumbar Slipping Surgery and Treatment

Associate Professor Idris Sertbas specialises in complex cerebrovascular neurosurgery at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, focusing on restoring blood flow to the brain.

• Performs surgical revascularisation to create new blood pathways for patients with reduced cerebral blood flow
• Expert in managing vascular malformations including aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVM)
• Specialised in paediatric neurosurgery for children with congenital brain and spinal conditions
• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish medical centre

Dr Mehmet Alpay Cal is a leading neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus, specialising in complex paediatric neurosurgery and functional brain procedures.

• Expert in paediatric neurosurgery, focusing on delicate vascular and structural brain conditions in children
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, staying at the forefront of surgical protocols
• Researches neuroprotective treatments and laboratory findings to improve patient recovery outcomes
• Specialises in functional neurosurgery, aiming to restore neurological health with precise surgical intervention

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a neurosurgical specialist at Biruni University Hospital who completed advanced clinical training at the University of Wisconsin in the United States.

• Specialises in neurosurgery for vascular brain conditions and complex spine disorders
• Achieved the title of Associate Professor following extensive training in neurological diseases
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Spine Society
• Holds international membership with EUROSPINE, focus on European surgical standards
• Trained at Bakirkoy Psychiatric Hospital, a major Turkish centre for neurological science

Dr Cagri Canbolat is a specialist in neurovascular surgery at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, focusing on the intricate repair of blood vessels in the brain.

• Expert in skull base surgery – focuses on reaching deep areas of the brain with minimal disruption to healthy tissue
• Member of the surgical team at Liv Hospital, a facility known for managing complex neurological conditions
• Published lead researcher in paediatric neurosurgery, specialising in brain and nerve disorders in younger patients
• Specialised in neuro-intensive care to manage patient stability and recovery immediately after bypass procedures

Education

Undergraduate Karadeniz Technical University 2001

PhD: Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital Neurosurgery 2009

Experience

Konya Doğanhisar Başköy health center 2001-2002

Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital 2004-2010

Agri State Hospital (Compulsory service) 2010-2011

Arnavutkoy State Hospital 2011-2012

Bakirkoy Sadi Konuk EAH 2012-2014

Istanbul Kanuni Training and Research Hospital 2015-2020

Başakşehir çam Sakura City Hospital 2020-2024

In 2009, I completed my specialty training in Neurosurgery and Neurosurgery at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital and worked as a specialist doctor at Istanbul Bakırköy Sadi Konuk EAH, Kanuni EAH and Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital affiliated to the University of Health Sciences. I have been working in the field of pediatric neurosurgery for 9 years. In 2024, I started to work as a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery and Neurosurgery.

Scientific Membership

Turkish Neurosurgical Society Membership
Pediatric Neurosurgery Group Membership
Turkish Medical Association

Medical Intrests

• Pediatric Neurosurgery
• Neurooncological Surgery
• Spina Bifida and Congenital Anomalies
• Hydrocephalus
• Spine and Spinal Cord Surgery

Dr Murat Duzgun specialises in microsurgery and neuronavigation techniques for complex vascular and neurological conditions at Can Hospitals Turkey.

• Performed neurosurgery at Ege University Faculty of Medicine Hospital for six years
• Uses neuronavigation – GPS-like technology that helps surgeons map brain structures for safer operations
• Specialises in microsurgery for delicate procedures that require high-precision tools and magnifying equipment
• Practises minimally invasive methods to reduce tissue damage and speed up patient recovery
• Manages complex vascular cases including brain haemorrhages and congenital anomalies

The doctor is a Neurosurgeon with over 23 years of experience, specializing in endoscopic skull base surgery, neuroanatomy, and functional neurosurgery. His clinical focus includes movement disorders, spinal surgery, herniated disc, neck hernia, and endoscopic surgeries.

He has received numerous awards such as the Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz 2013 Scientific Research Award and the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgical Incentive Award. He completed fellowships at Florida University and Yale University.

The doctor has published 47 articles in SCI international journals, presented papers at 33 international meetings, and contributed to two international books. He is an active member of several prestigious professional organizations.

Professor Gurelik is a senior neurosurgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital, where he leads the surgical management of complex cerebrovascular conditions.

• Treats brain haemorrhages and cerebrovascular aneurysms (weakened blood vessel walls)
• Specialises in shunt and endoscopic surgeries for fluid buildup on the brain
• Expertise in pituitary surgery – removing tumours from the base of the skull
• Professor at Cumhuriyet University – one of Turkey's leading regional medical faculties
• Manages critical head and spine traumas needing emergency surgical intervention

Professor Gulsah Bademci is a highly distinguished neurosurgeon who served as a clinical fellow under Professor Gazi Yasargil – the man recognised as the 'Neurosurgeon of the Century'.

• Completed specialist research fellowships at Yale University School of Medicine
• Holds the EANS European Board certificate for neurosurgical excellence
• Specialises in intricate brain and nerve surgeries at Private Koru Ankara Hospital
• Certified by the ECFMG American Board for clinical medical knowledge
• Expert in medical illustration, using detailed visual planning for complex procedures