Best Spina Bifida (cleft Spine) Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Erkan Kaptanoglu is a highly decorated neurosurgeon who holds a PhD in advanced neuroscience and completed a research fellowship at the University of Toronto.

• Specialises in paediatric neurosurgery and complex spinal repairs for congenital conditions
• Performed research into spinal cord regeneration and stem cell therapy for neural injuries
• Served as Chairman of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Earned multiple scientific research awards for his work on spinal cord anatomy and trauma
• Former Head of Neurosurgery and Director of the Institute of Neuroscience at Marmara University

Associate Professor Ozdogan Selcuk serves as a senior neurosurgeon who completed a prestigious clinical fellowship under the world-renowned Professor Gazi Yasargil.

• Specialises in neurosurgery and molecular medicine to treat complex spinal malformations
• Member of the Turkish Spine Association and the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Holds a PhD in Molecular Medicine and focuses on nerve-repair techniques
• Trained at Saint Louis University in the USA for advanced neurosurgical procedures
• Former head assistant at major training and research hospitals in Istanbul

Professor Sinan Comu is a US-trained paediatric neurologist who provides expert neurological care for infants and children at Memorial Sisli Hospital.

• Trained at the University of Pittsburgh in paediatric neurology
• Specialises in managing genetic and metabolic conditions discovered during pregnancy
• Completed a paediatric fellowship at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital in the USA
• Member of the international Child Neurology Society
• Focuses on developmental delays and complex congenital neurological cases

The doctor graduated from Dicle University Faculty of Medicine in 1984 and completed specialization training in Pediatric Surgery at the same institution in 1994. With a focus on neonatal surgery, pediatric urology, oncological surgery, and more, the doctor holds a Turkish Pediatric Surgery Qualification Certificate since 2002.

Having participated in numerous specialized courses, including Anorectal Malformations and Repairs and International Hypospadias Courses, the doctor is a member of several professional societies such as the Turkish Society of Pediatric Surgery and the Pediatric Urology Society.

Professor Baran Yil is a highly regarded neurosurgeon who completed a specialized fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine in the United States.

• Brings expertise in complex spinal architecture as a member of the Turkish Spine Association
• Recognised with the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize by the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Active member of AOSpine, an international community dedicated to spinal surgery excellence
• Contributes to surgical training as an instructor for skull-base anatomy and cadaver courses
• Published research and expertise focused on cerebrovascular and neurological outcomes

Professor Kenan Kapici is the former Head of Neurosurgery at Altınbaş University – he brings elite academic and clinical expertise to complex spinal cases.

• Specialises in microsurgery to repair spinal defects with extreme precision
• Completed specialised training in neuroanatomy and complex spine surgery
• Member of the Spine Society of Europe – keeping him current with global standards
• Trained in hand and microsurgery for delicate nerve-related procedures
• Former Military Medical Faculty specialist with background in high-pressure surgical environments

Professor Serdal Gungor is a highly qualified specialist in paediatric neurology who focuses on complex neurological conditions in children. He brings senior academic expertise to the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Completed subspecialty training at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Previously served as Professor of Medicine at İnönü University for near a decade
• Specialises in managing congenital neurological conditions affecting the spinal cord
• Coordinates multidisciplinary care for children with various stages of Spina bifida
• Active member of the national paediatric neurology community

Dr. Suwit Tangcharoenwathanakul is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine disorders. He has subspecialty training in spine surgery.

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Faculty of Medicine, Naresuan University (2010). Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery, Hatyai Hospital (2015). Fellowship in Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Center of Excellence, Lerdsin Hospital (2020).

Assistant Professor Cevdet Gokcek is a senior neurosurgeon who has successfully managed thousands of complex brain and spine cases, with a published success rate of 95 per cent for paediatric spinal anomalies.

• Specialises in repairing myelomeningocele and other congenital spine conditions in newborns and children
• Uses micro-neurosurgery and minimally invasive techniques to improve motor function with smaller incisions
• Trained in neuro-endoscopy at Ghent University in Belgium for less invasive internal procedures
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and a former clinical supervisor for neurosurgery trainees

Education:

Medical Specialization

Hacettepe University 2017 - 2007

Medical Specialization (Minor)

Ufuk University 2011 - 2009

Doctorate

Ankara University 2021 - 2000

Undergraduate

Ankara University 2006

Experience: 

Research Assistant

Biotechnology Department, Biotechnology Institute, Ankara University

September 01, 2009 - October 08, 2021

Research Assistant

Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University

February 27, 2014 - February 28, 2017

Research Assistant

Dr. Ridvan Ege Health Research and Application Center, Ufuk University

November 27, 2007 - December 09, 2011