Cerebral artery aneurysm Doctors Abroad — Page 3

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.

Associate Professor Ibrahim Akkurt leads the neurosurgery department at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex cranial and spinal pathologies.

• Specialises in precise microsurgery for brain tumours and vascular issues
• Treats spinal canal narrowing and slipping with high-precision techniques
• Performs micro-surgical interventions for lumbar and cervical disc herniations
• Manages scoliosis and traumatic spine fractures using modern corrective surgery

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a highly technical neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex cerebral aneurysm surgery.

• Focuses on surgical repair of weakened blood vessels in the brain
• Expertise in pituitary surgery – treating tumours at the base of the brain
• Manages various spinal conditions including tumours, fractures, and hernias
• Performs peripheral nerve surgery to restore function after nerve damage

Professor Alper Karaoglan is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, recognised for his research into protecting the brain after a haemorrhage.

• Specialises in neurosurgery for cerebrovascular conditions including cerebral artery aneurysms
• Recipient of the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Won the Best Paper Award for research on preventing vasospasm after brain bleeds
• Former Professor and Head of Neurosurgery at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association

Professor Byung-hee Lee is a founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology and a globally recognised expert in stroke and brain artery care.

• Published 24 research papers in prestigious SCI journals on cerebrovascular health
• Invited to deliver over 50 lectures at international medical conferences
• Regular member of the World Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery
• Fellow of the American Stroke Association and the World Stroke Society
• Specialises in interventional neurology – using tiny catheters to treat brain issues without open surgery

Professor Mehmet Akif Gogusgeren specialises in secured microsurgery, using high-powered microscopes to treat cerebral artery aneurysms through small incisions.

• Focuses on minimally invasive neurosurgery to protect delicate brain tissue and speed up recovery
• Follows the 'primum non nocere' principle, only performing surgeries with clear patient benefits
• Trains the next generation of specialists in complex neurosurgical techniques
• Provides direct personal contact to patients to maintain trust throughout the surgical journey

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a neurosurgery specialist who completed a prestigious fellowship as a visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin in the USA.

• Treats cerebral aneurysms using microsurgical techniques to secure weakened blood vessels
• Holds Associate Professor status, reflecting his high standing in academic neurosurgery
• Spent seven years at Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Research Hospital managing complex neurological cases
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Trained at Bakırköy Psychiatric Hospital, a major Turkish centre for neurological diseases

Professor Mustafa Gurelik is a neurosurgery expert at Medicana Sivas Hospital, specialising in the surgical repair of cerebral artery aneurysms and brain haemorrhages.

• Performs microsurgical clipping to secure aneurysms and prevent dangerous brain bleeds
• Specialises in neurovascular surgery and the management of complex head traumas
• Expertise includes endoscopic surgeries and shunts to manage fluid build-up in the brain
• Experienced in pituitary surgery and treating tumours of the spinal cord and brain
• Provides both surgical and non-surgical care for nerve compression and spinal diseases

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.

Areas of Expertise

Stroke Rehabilitation

Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Neurological Rehabilitation

Pediatric Rehabilitation

Robotic Rehabilitation

Atroplasty Rehabilitation

Fracture Rehabilitation

Osteoarthritis (Calcification)

Osteoporosis (Bone Resorption)

Fibromyalgia

Medicine

Education

Faculty of Medicine

Specialization: Ankara Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor: 12.10.2015

Publications

Erkin Gülten, Elhan Atilla H, Aybay Canan, Şirzai Hülya, Özel Sumru (2007) Validity and reliability of the Turkish translation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI). Disability and Rehabilitation

Dr. Fikret Baskan is a neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Baskan has focused on pediatric neurosurgery for nearly a decade. He treats complex cases like brain tumors, spinal cord malformations, and hydrocephalus.

• Specializes in surgical treatment for spina bifida and congenital anomalies.
• Performs neuro-oncological surgery, brain tumor removal, and spinal cord reconstructions.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group.
• Practices at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.