Discectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Associate Professor Tuncay Kaner completed a specialised spinal surgery fellowship at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) – a top-tier US spine centre.

• Trained at the American Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic spinal surgery programme
• Member of the Society for Minimal Intervention in Spinal Surgery
• Specialises in treating complex scoliosis and degenerative spinal conditions
• Active member of the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS)
• Former faculty member at Virginia University Department of Neurosurgery

Dr Ali Osman Mucuoglu is a dedicated neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital with specialised training in advanced spinal and peripheral nerve surgery.

• Completed the prestigious Dr Mehmet Zileli Advanced Spinal Surgery Course on multiple occasions
• Maintains international standards as a member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Specialises in spinal decompression and minimally invasive techniques for complex cases
• Active researcher with published work on thoracic spine pathology and surgical innovations
• Practises at Atlas University Hospital – a major private medical centre in Istanbul

Professor Halil Can is a leading neurosurgeon at İstinye University Liv Hospital who has published extensive anatomical research on endoscopic disc surgery and lumbar spinal structures.

• Specialises in endoscopic and microsurgical discectomy for cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions
• Performs far lateral disc surgery using a specialised lateral microsurgical approach
• Offers minimally invasive pain management, including intradiscal ozone therapy and laser nucleoplasty
• Maintains an academic profile as a Professor at one of Turkey's top university hospitals

Professor Kenan Kibici is a highly specialised neurosurgeon who has published extensive research on minimally invasive lumbar discectomy and spinal stabilisation. He currently serves as a senior specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Completed advanced microsurgery training at GATA Military Medicine Faculty
• Member of the Spine Society of Europe and the Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Specialises in nerve decompression and spinal cord injury management
• Published over 30 academic papers on neurosurgical techniques and outcomes
• Former Chief of the Neurosurgery Clinic at Kasimpasa Marine Hospital

Dr Evren Sandal specializes in craniocervical junction and neurovascular surgery, having trained extensively under Professor M. Sedat Çağlı at Ege University.

• Completed a surgical fellowship at the University of Wisconsin in the USA
• Focused on skull base surgery and cerebral bypass techniques during American training
• Worked at Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish specialist centre
• Applies microsurgical techniques for precise spinal and base-of-skull procedures
• Invested years into laboratory research for neurovascular and cerebral bypass surgery

Professor Naki Keles is a specialist neurosurgeon at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on microscopic and endoscopic techniques for spinal relief.

• Specialises in endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for cervical and lumbar herniations
• Focuses on surgical treatment for complex spine fractures
• Uses keyhole techniques to reduce patient recovery times
• Expert in treating both neck and lower back disc issues

Dr Ibrahim Akkurt is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on high-precision microsurgical techniques for spinal care.

• Specialises in microsurgical lumbar and cervical disc herniation treatment
• Performs spinal canal narrowing surgery using minimally invasive methods
• Treats complex spine fractures and scoliosis through surgical intervention
• Manages both brain and spine tumours with specialised neurosurgical protocols
• Addresses lumbar slipping with modern decompression and stabilisation treatments

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on complex spinal interventions and herniated disc repairs.

• Specialises in waist, neck, and back hernia treatments
• Performs microsurgical and minimally invasive spine surgeries
• Expertise includes peripheral nerve surgery and spinal fractures
• Handles complex cases involving spinal tumours and reconstructions
• Practices at a major Turkish hospital serving international patients

Professor Serdar Kahraman is a specialist neurosurgeon who trained at The Free University of Berlin specifically in advanced neuro-spinal endoscopy. He chairs neurosurgery departments at major Turkish medical centres, focusing on precise spine interventions.

• Specialises in neuroendoscopy for disk herniations to improve surgical precision
• Uses microsurgery and endoscopic techniques to reduce patient recovery times
• Former Associate Professor at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Member of Eurospine and the Turkish Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
• Fellowship trained in Berlin focusing on endoscopic spinal techniques

Professor Gogusgeren has performed thousands of neurosurgical procedures and operates out of Avicenna International Hospital with a focus on patient safety and trust.

• Specialises in micro-surgical techniques using smaller incisions for faster recovery
• Handles complex discectomy cases under high-powered surgical microscopes
• Trained at Haydarpasa Numune Hospital, a major Turkish surgical centre
• Focuses on conservative care, only recommending surgery when a clear benefit is certain
• Offers direct accessibility for post-operative recovery support and patient peace of mind

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a highly qualified orthopaedic specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital with deep expertise in clinical anatomy.

• Holds a PhD in clinical anatomy specifically focused on surgical precision
• Member of the International Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology
• Completed advanced residency training at Istanbul Teaching and Research Hospital
• Board Member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association
• Active member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons

Associate Professor Idris Sertbas specialises in complex spine surgery at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, focusing on nerve decompression and structural stabilisation.

• Performs microdiscectomy for lumbar and cervical disc herniations to relieve nerve pressure
• Expertise includes treating narrow spinal canals and complex spinal fractures
• Assoc. Professor at Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University – a leading private medical faculty
• Completed specialist neurosurgery training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Experienced in both adult and paediatric neurosurgical spine cases