Spine Cyst Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Ilhan Elmaci brings elite global expertise to spinal care, having trained in microsurgery at Zurich University and neuro-oncology at Johns Hopkins University.

• Specialises in microsurgery and endoscopic techniques – uses tiny incisions for spine cyst removal to speed up recovery
• Uses neuronavigation and neuromonitorisation – GPS-like mapping to protect nerves and improve surgical safety
• Founded the Turkish Skull Base Society and serves on the European Skull Base Society executive
• Authored 110+ scientific papers on complex neurosurgical outcomes
• Managed neurosurgery departments at several of Turkey's most prestigious university hospitals

Professor Onur Yaman is a neurosurgery expert who holds a patent for developing his own spinal laminoplasty plate – a specialized device used to decompress the spinal cord.

• Specialises in spine surgery at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul
• Received multiple best presentation awards for his research into spinal disorders
• Member of Euro Spine and the World Spinal Column Society
• Contributes to the Medical Device Development Program for national research councils
• Focuses on spinal reconstruction and minimally invasive nerve decompression

With over 30 years of experience, the doctor is a distinguished plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries. His dedication to patient care and achieving natural-looking results has earned him recognition as one of the top plastic surgeons in Turkey.

He has been acknowledged by Harper's Bazaar and Elle magazines as one of the 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' and holds the title of 'cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery expert' from the Ministry of Health of Turkey. The doctor is a member of several prestigious societies, including the Turkish Society of Plastic Surgery and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Associate Professor Akin Akakin is a Florida University-trained neurosurgeon who specialises in lateral microsurgical approaches for complex spinal conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Trained in neuroanatomy at Florida University through a prestigious doctorate and fellowship programme
• Uses lateral microsurgery – a precise approach that accesses the spine through smaller incisions
• Experienced in treating extra-canal lumbar issues that occur outside the central spinal canal
• Published research on neurovascular and cerebrovascular diseases in international medical journals
• Practices at JCI-accredited NP Istanbul, Turkey's first private neuropsychiatric hospital

Professor Baran Yil is a highly credentialed neurosurgeon who completed a prestigious Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine in the USA.

• Specialises in spinal interventions and is an active member of the Turkish Spine Association
• Uses microsurgical techniques to remove spinal cysts with minimal disruption to surrounding nerves
• Received the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize from the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Maintains international standards as a member of AOSpine, the global spinal surgery network
• Teaches complex skull base and spinal anatomy to other surgeons as a course instructor

Professor Kenan Kapici is a highly credentialed neurosurgeon who formerly headed the Neurosurgery Department at Altinbas University. He specialises in microsurgery for delicate spinal procedures.

• Trained in microsurgery – uses high-powered magnification for precise cyst removal with less tissue damage
• Member of the Spine Society of Europe – stays informed on international treatment standards
• Completed expert spinal and peripheral nerve surgery training via the Turkish Spinal Group
• Holds a Master's degree in Health Institutions Management from Beykent University

Associate Professor Ramazan Sari is a specialist neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who completed rigorous accreditation through the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Specialises in neurosurgery focusing on spinal disorders and complex nerve-related conditions
• Held academic teaching roles at several Turkish universities, training the next generation of surgeons
• Gained clinical experience at some of Istanbul's most prestigious medical centres
• Focuses on precision-based surgery to treat cysts while protecting delicate surrounding spinal nerves

Op. Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgeon. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020 and became a specialist in neurosurgery.

His clinical focus is spine and spinal cord disorders. He completed an observership in the Complex Spinal Surgery Department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgical center in the United Kingdom.

He completed mandatory service in Mardin. He also worked at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has been a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital. He provides care for brain, spine, and peripheral nerve disorders.

Professor Mustafa Bozbuga is a leading neurosurgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital who has performed thousands of complex brain and spinal operations.

• Specialises in spinal cord surgery for cysts and tumours using micro-neurosurgery
• Applies microsurgical techniques – uses high-powered magnification for safer, more precise removal
• Former Professor at Istanbul University – a top-tier medical training institution
• Published extensively in international journals on neurovascular and spinal outcomes
• Presented scientific research on complex spinal cases at global medical conferences

Professor Salih Murat Imer is a highly qualified neurosurgeon holding a Full-Endoscopic Spine Surgery certificate from Herne, Germany.

• Specialises in endoscopic spine surgery – uses tiny incisions for quicker recovery and less muscle damage
• Expert in DISC nucleoplasty – a minimally invasive procedure to relieve pressure on spinal nerves
• Former Professor of Neurosurgery at Istanbul University – trained the next generation of specialists
• Completed advanced training in functional disorders at the Leksell Gamma Knife centre in France

Lee Sang‑Gu, MD, PhD, is the Honorary Director of Neurosurgery at Naeun Hospital. He treats spinal tumors and disorders. His work includes minimally invasive spine surgery, cervical spine conditions, head trauma, and disability and impairment evaluation.

He previously served as Chief of Neurosurgery at Korea Veterans Hospital. He was also Director and Professor of Neurosurgery at Gachon University Gil Medical Center. He is President of the Korean Spinal Cord Society. He is a former president of KOMISS, the Korean Medical Appraisal Society, and the Korean Peripheral Nerve Society. He has served as Executive Director of the Korean Neurosurgical Society, the Korean Neurotraumatology Society, and the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society. He was listed in Marquis Who’s Who in 2010. He is an AOSpine Asia Pacific committee member and a full member of NASS. He earned his MD and PhD from Hanyang University.