Brain Cyst Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Assistant Professor Cevdet Gokcek maintains a 95% success rate for arachnoid cyst surgeries, drawing on 34 years of specialist neurosurgical expertise.

• Specialises in endoscopic neurosurgery – a minimally invasive approach that uses small cameras to treat cysts with less downtime
• Performs endoscopic third ventriculostomy to manage fluid pressure associated with complex brain cysts
• Trained in neuro-endoscopy at Ghent University in Belgium to master keyhole surgical techniques
• Extensive background in both adult and paediatric neurosurgery at major Turkish training hospitals

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic. He specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery. He focuses on movement disorders and spinal conditions like herniated discs. Dr. Ozek completed fellowships at Yale University and Florida University.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award.
• Authored over 40 articles in SCI international journals.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
• Works at JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade, a modern surgical facility in Istanbul.

Professor Abdulkerim Gokoglu worked as a researcher at Brigham and Women's Hospital – a top American teaching hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School.

• Specialises in neurosurgery for brain tumours and congenital nervous system disorders
• Holds a PhD in Clinical Anatomy for deeper surgical precision
• Experienced in managing brain haemorrhage and traumatic head injuries
• Expertise includes treating spine deformities and complex spinal diseases
• Focuses on neurosurgical interventions for stroke and paralysis recovery

Professor Hakan Ozalp is a senior neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with international training in complex neurological procedures.

• Completed specialist neurosurgery training at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Gained international clinical experience at the University of Insubria in Italy
• Served as a Lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs microsurgery to remove cysts while protecting surrounding brain tissue
• Expert in managing both congenital and acquired intracranial cysts

Professor Murat Duzgun specialises in endoscopic brain surgery at Can Hospitals, using closed-method techniques to treat complex cranial conditions with smaller incisions.

• Uses neuronavigation technology to map the brain for safer, more precise cyst removal
• Specialises in endoscopic methods, which often lead to faster recovery and less scarring
• Manages hydrocephalus, the buildup of fluid often associated with brain cysts
• Trained at Ege University, one of Turkey's premier medical faculties for neurosurgery
• Expert in microsurgery and minimally invasive procedures for delicate brain and nerve repairs