Spinal cord abscess Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Mustafa Bozbuga is a senior neurosurgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital specializing in complex spinal cord surgery and neuro-oncology.

• Performed over 100 successful operations in skull base and spinal cord disciplines
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Published extensive research on spinal cord tumours and vascular malformations
• Fellow of the World Academy of Neurological Surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions

Dr Halil Olgun is a senior neurosurgery specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with a record of over 1,100 successful surgical treatments.

• Specialises in neuro-oncology and complex spinal disorders requiring microsurgical intervention
• International member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons
• Expert in managing spinal canal stenosis and vertebral abnormalities
• Recognised with a Certificate of Achievement from the Ministry of Health
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association

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.

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.

• Completed specialist training in spinal surgery and peripheral nerve surgery
• Specialises in managing spina bifida and complex spinal cord conditions
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Trained at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital in neurosurgical procedures
• Expertise includes functional neurosurgery and trauma-related spinal care

Professor Tuncay Kaner completed an intensive spinal surgery fellowship at UCLA - one of the top-ranked medical centres in the United States.

• Specialises in neurosurgery and complex spinal interventions
• Trained at the Istanbul American Hospital spinal surgery programme
• Member of the Society for Minimal Intervention in Spinal Surgery
• Expertise in scoliosis management through the Scoliosis Research Society
• Performed research as a visiting faculty member at the University of Virginia

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 Ali Osman Mucuoglu is a neurosurgical specialist at Atlas University Hospital who focuses on intricate spinal and peripheral nerve surgery. He has trained extensively in managing complex spinal conditions with the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Completed the prestigious Mehmet Zileli Advanced Spinal Surgery Course
• Specialises in minimally invasive surgery to treat spinal lesions and haemorrhages
• Active member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published research on treating rare spinal cysts and neural foraminal issues

Dr Evren Sandal specializes in craniocervical junction surgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital – focusing on the complex area where the skull meets the spine.

• Completed a research fellowship at the University of Wisconsin in the USA
• Specialises in neurovascular surgery to treat delicate blood vessel issues in the spine
• Uses skull base techniques for safer access to hard-to-reach spinal areas
• Trained at Ege University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions

Professor Kenan Kibici is a highly specialised neurosurgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler who focuses on microsurgery and complex spinal interventions.

• Specialises in spinal stabilisation and decompression to treat abscesses and nerve trauma
• Completed advanced microsurgery training at the GATA Military Medicine Faculty
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery time and post-operative pain
• Member of the Spine Society of Europe and the Turkish Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Serves as a Neurosurgery Lecturer at Altinbas University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Alper Karaoglan is a specialist neurosurgeon at Memorial Bodrum Hospital who formerly led the neurosurgery department at Maltepe University.

• Specialises in neurosurgery – treats complex infections and abscesses of the spinal cord
• Recipient of the Hamit Ziya Gokalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award
• Held senior academic positions including Professor and Associate Professor
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Earned a Best Paper Award for research on spinal cord and brain vascular protection

Dr Ibrahim Akkurt is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on intricate spine and brain operations.

• Specialises in spinal canal narrowing surgery to relieve pressure on nerves
• Performs microsurgical lumbar and cervical repairs using smaller incisions for faster recovery
• Expertise in treating spine fractures and spinal tumours
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Manages complex cases of lumbar slipping and scoliosis at a major hospital centre

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a highly qualified neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who specialises in complex surgical interventions involving the central nervous system.

• Treats spinal infections and abscesses using microsurgical techniques to decompress the spinal cord
• Performs delicate spine surgery to remove pressure and prevent permanent nerve damage
• Specialises in peripheral nerve surgery to restore function after neurological trauma
• Manages complex spinal fractures and tumours using stabilising surgical methods
• Focuses on precision-based repairs for neck, back, and waist hernias

Professor Naki Keles is a specialist neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on treating complex conditions through minimally invasive spine surgery.

• Uses endoscopic closed surgery to access the spine through tiny incisions
• Minimises muscle damage and blood loss for faster post-operative recovery
• Specialises in managing trauma including surgical treatment for acute spine fractures
• Expert in microsurgical techniques for both cervical and lumbar spine herniations
• Focuses on precise surgical debridement of spinal infections and lesions

Professor Serdar Kahraman is a leading neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus with specialized German training in neuro endoscopic surgery.

• Specialises in neuroendoscopy for spinal cases to allow smaller incisions and faster recovery times
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at the Anadolu Medical Center and Yeni Yüzyıl University
• Member of Eurospine and the Turkish Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
• Trained at the Free University of Berlin in advanced spinal endoscopy techniques

Professor Mete Karatay is a specialist neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who focuses on complex spinal stabilisation and delicate spinal cord surgeries.

• Specialises in stabilization for spinal fractures and neck or back abscess complications
• Performs spinal cord stimulation to manage chronic pain after spinal procedures
• Expertise in microsurgical excision of dermal sinus tracts and infected spinal defects
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Spine Society

Dr Mehmet Besir Surme is a highly regarded neurosurgeon at Eskişehir City Hospital, specialising in complex spinal and paediatric neurosurgical cases.

• Completed a specialised fellowship in paediatric neurosurgery at Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome
• Expert in managing spinal spondylotic myelopathy – a condition involving spinal cord pressure and infection risk
• Regular speaker on complex spinal surgery and deformity correction techniques for the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Recognised for research on spinal epidural haematomas and intradural extramedullary spinal lesions

Dr Mehmet Alpay Cal is a leading neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus, specialising in complex spinal surgery and the management of central nervous system infections.

• Expert in spinal surgery for inflammatory conditions and abscess management
• Published researcher on pre-emptive analgesia to improve pain control after spine operations
• Researched vancomycin powder application to prevent and treat surgical site infections
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Treated patients at major institutions including Prof Dr Cemil Tascioglu City Hospital