Acoustic neuroma Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex brain tumours and microsurgical techniques.

• Specialises in the surgical removal of skull base tumours including acoustic neuromas
• Performs peripheral nerve surgery to help preserve facial nerve function during tumour resection
• Focuses on pituitary and aneurysm surgery using high-magnification microsurgical tools
• Handles complex spinal oncology cases involving tumours of the spine and spinal cord

Dr Ibrahim Akkurt specialises in neurosurgical oncology at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on the removal of brain and spine tumours.

• Performs microsurgery for skull base lesions to preserve neurological function
• Specialises in brain and spine tumours using precise surgical techniques
• Manages complex cases involving spinal canal narrowing and structural stabilisation
• Utilises microsurgical approaches designed for smaller incisions and reduced recovery times

The doctor specializes in advanced spinal procedures, with a primary clinical focus on endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery. Expertise includes the surgical management of complex spine fractures and the performance of minimally invasive surgical techniques for both cervical and lumbar herniations.

Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He holds the official plastic surgery expert title from the Ministry of Health of Turkey. Dr. Karacaoglan specializes in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries. He completed fellowships in the US and Turkey to refine his surgical techniques.

• Recognized as a top plastic surgeon by Harper's Bazaar and Elle magazines.
• Member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
• Performs FUE hair transplants, rhinoplasty, and complex mommy makeovers.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul.

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a highly regarded neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital who completed his specialist training at the prestigious Bakirkoy Training and Research Hospital.

• Held a visiting scholar position at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery in the USA
• Specialises in neuro-oncology focusing on complex tumours located at the base of the skull
• Former neurosurgery specialist at Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital for over seven years
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE

Professor Fikret Baskan leads neurosurgical care at Biruni University Hospital, specialising in neuro-oncological surgery for brain and skull base tumours.

• Focuses on neuro-oncological surgery to remove tumours while protecting critical nerve functions
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Paediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Expertise includes complex spine and spinal cord surgery for tumour-related cases

Dr Murat Duzgun specialises in microsurgical and endoscopic techniques for removing brain tumours at Can Hospital. He uses high-tech neuronavigation to precisely target tumours while protecting healthy brain tissue.

• Performs endoscopic brain tumour surgery – a closed method using small incisions for faster recovery
• Identifies tumours with neuronavigation – GPS-like mapping for safer, more accurate surgical entry
• Trained at Ege University Hospital – a leading centre for neurosurgery in Turkey
• Focuses on minimally invasive procedures to reduce postoperative pain and scarring

Assistant Professor Cevdet Gokcek is a master of base-of-skull surgery with a 95% success rate in managing complex brain and nerve tumours.

• Specialises in pontocerebellar angle surgery – the precise area where acoustic neuromas develop
• Expert in micro-neurosurgery and endoscopic skull base techniques for better nerve preservation
• Trained in neuro-endoscopy at Ghent University in Belgium to perform less invasive procedures
• Completed advanced neurosurgical observation at Michigan State University in the United States

Professor Mustafa Gurelik is a senior neurosurgeon at Medicana Sivas specialising in complex skull base procedures and brain tumour removal.

• Performed hundreds of microsurgeries for brain and spinal cord tumours
• Specialises in endoscopic surgeries – using thin tubes for less invasive tumour access
• Expert in managing tumours near the pituitary gland and skull base
• Professor at Cumhuriyet University – one of Turkey's established medical faculties
• Fellow of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society focusing on intracranial interventions