Professor Salih Murat Imer is a highly distinguished neurosurgeon who served as a Professor of Neurosurgery at Istanbul University for over five years. He brings academic precision to complex spinal oncology cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Completed full-endoscopic spine surgery training in Germany for minimally invasive tumour access
• Holds advanced certification in Gamma Knife radiosurgery from Marseille for targeted tumour treatment
• Founded and led the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital as Professor
• Published 68 peer-reviewed articles and nine book chapters on neurosurgical techniques
• Successfully passed the European Board primary examination in neurosurgery in Austria

Education & Academic Qualifications

License (MD)

Field: Medicine

University: Istanbul University

Year: 1987

Residency

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Siyami Ersek Heart Center

Years: 1988–1994

Clinical Fellowship

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: University of Ottawa Heart Center (Canada)

Years: 1994–1995

Academic Titles & Positions

Assistant Professor

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Siyami Ersek Heart Center

Years: 1995–2008

Professor

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Altınbaş University

Years: 2014–2019

Membership in Scientific and Professional Organizations

-Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

-European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery

-European Society for Vascular Surgery

Prof. Dr. Tufan Cansever is an experienced neurosurgeon. He specializes in spinal surgery, brain tumors, and neurovascular diseases. His expertise includes minimally invasive spine surgery, pain management, and interventional procedures. He uses advanced surgical techniques and a patient-centered approach. He achieves strong outcomes in diagnosis and treatment. He has contributed to many international scientific publications.

Professional memberships: Turkish Neurosurgical Society; Turkish Spine Society. Awards: Dr. Yıldız Yalçınlar Scientific Research Award (2009); Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Award, 2nd Prize (2012); Neurosurgery Thesis Support Award (2005).

Education

• 1986-1989, Bursa High School, Bursa, Turkey
• 1989-1995, Istanbul University, Istanbul School of Medicine, Turkey
• 1999-2003, (Residency) Kadir Has University, School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
• 2015, (Associate Professor) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
• 2021, (Professor) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
• 2024, Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey

Experience

• 1995-1999, Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul, Cardiology Department
• 2003, Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul, Department of Radiation Oncology
• 2015, (Associate Professor in Radiation Oncology) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
• 2021, (Professor in Radiation Oncology) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
• 2024, Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey

Associate Professor Tuncay Kaner is a highly qualified neurosurgeon who completed a specialized fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Centre in California.

• Trained at the University of Virginia as a visiting faculty member in neurosurgery
• Completed an intensive Spinal Surgery Programme at the Istanbul American Hospital
• Member of AO Spine International and the Scoliosis Research Society
• Specialises in precise surgical interventions for complex spinal column conditions
• Active member of the Society for Minimal Intervention in Spinal Surgery

Dr Ali Osman Mucuoglu is a specialist neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital who focuses on micro-surgical techniques for spinal and brain tumours.

• Completed the prestigious Dr Mehmet Zileli Advanced Spinal Surgery Course twice to master complex spinal stabilisations
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies, staying updated on international tumour removal protocols
• Published research on cervical schwannomas and spinal hydatid cysts in international medical journals
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University, one of Turkey's leading medical research institutions
• Recognised by the Turkish Neurosurgical Society for his work in neuroanatomy and functional neurosurgery

Professor Halil Can is a leading neurosurgeon at İstinye University Liv Hospital who focuses on the intricate microsurgery required for spinal cord tumours.

• Specialises in both endoscopic and microsurgical techniques for spinal and spinal cord tumours
• Authored over 20 international research papers on spinal anatomy and injury recovery
• Performed extensive cadaveric studies to refine surgical approaches to the lumbar spine
• Expertise includes managing complex spinal fractures and degenerative spine diseases

Professor Kenan Kibici is a highly specialised neurosurgeon who has published extensive research on spinal cord injuries and complex tumour variants. He currently teaches the next generation of surgeons as a Faculty Member at Altınbaş University.

• Completed advanced microsurgery training at the GATA Military Medicine Faculty
• Specialises in spinal cord tumours, including rare peripheral nerve schwannomas
• Member of the Spine Society of Europe and the Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques for spine and nerve decompression

Op. Dr. Ayhan Kara is a neurosurgeon with over 25 years in spine surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive and endoscopic procedures on the cervical and lumbar spine. His work includes anterior discectomy, nucleoplasty, and spinal instrumentation and fixation. He graduated from Dicle University. He completed neurosurgery training at Kartal Training and Research Hospital. He also finished an internship at Helios Clinic in Hamburg.

He has performed hundreds of advanced spine operations. He aims for fast recovery and shorter rehab. He stays active in courses and conferences. He uses current, individualized methods. Interests: minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery (cervical, lumbar), anterior lumbar discectomy, nucleoplasty, spinal instrumentation and fixation.

Op. Dr. Tansu Gürsoy is a brain and nerve surgery specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital. He completed his training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. His practice focuses on spine surgery. Key areas include degenerative scoliosis, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, trauma, and tumors.

In 2019, he won third place from the Turkish Neurosurgery Association for a paper on prebending rods and sagittal parameters in lumbar degenerative scoliosis. He co-authored Chapter 75 (Lenke-Silva Classification & Adult Degenerative Scoliosis) in The Aging Spine. His thesis analyzed screw malposition in 415 thoracolumbar pedicle fixation cases.

He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association (Spinal & Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group), the Turkish Spine Association, and the Turkish Medical Association. He completed the Advanced Spinal Surgery Course and the Hands-on Microvascular Anastomosis & Microsurgery training. He holds a Category A Certificate for Experimental Animals. He also attends major spine congresses.

Dr Ahmet Karkucak is a specialist neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on complex spinal column and nerve interventions.

• Specialises in both spine tumours and brain tumour resections
• Performs peripheral nerve surgery to restore motor function
• Treats spinal fractures and spinal cord compression cases
• Expertise includes pituitary surgery and aneurysm repair

Professor Hakan Ozalp is a leading neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with specialist training from Ankara University.

• Completed an international clinical fellowship at the University of Insubria in Italy
• Former lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine training future specialists
• Previously served as a neurosurgeon at the prestigious Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital
• Specialises in neuro-oncology and complex spinal surgery techniques
• Expert in brain and nerve surgery with a focus on tumour resection

Assistant Professor Cevdet Gokcek is a high-volume neurosurgeon who has successfully treated thousands of patients with severe and complex spinal conditions.

• Maintains a success rate of 90 to 95 per cent for complex spinal and brain tumour surgeries
• Specialises in micro-neurosurgery and minimally invasive techniques to preserve spinal cord function
• Trained in neuro-endoscopy at Ghent University in Belgium for advanced surgical precision
• Former Lead Neurosurgeon at Ankara Training and Research Hospital overseeing complex surgical cases
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and published 17 clinical research papers

Dr. Serdar Kahraman is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in brain surgery and spinal endoscopy. Dr. Kahraman previously served as the Head of Neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center. He completed specialized training in neuro spinal endoscopy at the Free University of Berlin. Dr. Kahraman holds certifications in microsurgery and spinal procedures.

• Performs brain tumor removal and skull base tumor excision.
• Treats complex conditions like pituitary adenomas and spinal cord tumors.
• Former Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Yeni Yüzyıl University.
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies and Eurospine.

Professor Mustafa Kilic is a neurosurgical specialist at Istinye University who focuses on the delicate removal of spinal tumours and complex neuromodulation.

• Manages the entire clinical pathway from pre-surgical preparation to post-operative recovery
• Specialises in both surgical tumour removal and non-surgical spinal care
• Trained at the prestigious Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital in Istanbul
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Professor Altunrende is a neurosurgery specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus who focuses on complex brain and spinal tumours. He holds a prestigious academic background with extensive training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Trained at Ankara Gülhane Military Medical Academy in brain and nerve surgery
• Published 18 research articles in international medical journals on neurosurgical outcomes
• Specialises in spinal degenerative diseases and functional neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society and the Turkish Medical Association
• Authored chapters in international medical textbooks regarding specialized surgical techniques

Professor Mehmet Akif Gogusgeren performs secured spinal tumour removals using micro-incisions at Avicenna International Hospital to protect delicate nerve tissue.

• Specialises in microsurgical techniques to improve safety and patient recovery
• Focuses on secured surgeries under high-magnification microscopes for precision
• Trained at the prestigious Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Maintains a direct relationship with patients as a specialist neurosurgeon
• Follows a ‘first do no harm’ philosophy for surgical interventions

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a highly qualified neurosurgeon with international training from the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery in the USA.

• Specialises in complex spinal conditions at Biruni University Hospital
• Active member of EUROSPINE, the Spine Society of Europe
• Holds membership with the Turkish Spine Society for clinical excellence
• Earned Associate Professor status after years of specialist research and practice
• Focuses on precise surgical techniques for neurological diseases and spine health

Professor Baskan is a neurooncological surgery specialist at Biruni University Hospital who focus deeply on delicate spinal cord and paediatric tumour removals.

• Serves as a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery
• Specialises in neurooncological surgery for both adults and children
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Paediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Expert in treating complex spinal cord anomalies and congenital conditions
• Performed advanced neurosurgery at Istanbul's major training and research hospitals