Stereotaxic surgeries Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a clinical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating complex solid tumors and blood cancers. Dr. Alemdar completed his medical degree and oncology fellowship at Akdeniz University. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.

• Treats a wide range of cancers including breast, lung, and prostate.
• Expert in hematology-oncology for conditions like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma.
• Performs systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted biological therapy.
• Works at a facility that houses specialized oncology-bone marrow units and LINAC technology.

Dr Ali Osman Mucuoglu is a specialist neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital with dedicated European training in functional neurosurgery and stereotaxic techniques.

• Completed the European Training Course in Neurosurgery on Head Injury and Functional Neurosurgery in Lithuania
• Published research on 3D printer-assisted surgery to improve procedural accuracy
• Active member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Specialises in minimally invasive approaches for spontaneous intracerebral haemorrhage
• Trained at the prestigious Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Ulvi Samadzade is a neurologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in treating epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis. He trained at Gazi University and Dokuz Eylul University Hospital. Dr. Samadzade belongs to the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society.

• Uses botulinum toxin injections and IVIG therapy for neurological symptom management.
• Treats complex conditions including Alzheimer’s, migraines, and movement disorders.
• Is a member of the European Academy of Neurology.
• Works at JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital in Turkey.

The doctor is a highly skilled neurosurgeon with extensive expertise in complex cranial and spinal procedures. Clinical focus areas include the surgical management of brain tumors, aneurysms, and pituitary conditions. Furthermore, the doctor specializes in advanced spine surgery, addressing waist, neck, and back hernias, as well as the treatment of spinal tumors and fractures.

In addition to cranial and spinal care, the doctor is proficient in peripheral nerve surgery. With a comprehensive background in neurosurgical interventions, the doctor provides specialized care for patients requiring intricate surgical solutions for neurological and orthopedic conditions.

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a highly qualified neurosurgeon who refined his skills as a visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery in the USA.

• Trained at Bakirkoy Psychiatric Hospital – Turkey's premier centre for complex neurological and mental health disorders
• Appointed Associate Professor in 2021 following years of high-level surgical practice
• Active member of EUROSPINE and the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Focuses on precision functional neurosurgery and stereotaxic techniques at Biruni University Hospital
• Published researcher contributing to modern neurosurgical protocols and spinal care

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

Associate Professor Tahsin Ali Zirh is an internationally recognised neurosurgeon who performed Turkey's first successful deep brain stimulation procedure. He works at Medipol Mega University Hospital, leading their specialised movement disorders centre.

• Completed a prestigious Research Fellowship at Toronto Western Hospital in Canada
• Trained in functional neurosurgery at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital
• Specialises in neurophysiology and stereotaxic approaches for complex movement disorders
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Contributes to research at Marmara University Institute of Health Sciences

Professor Fikret Baskan is a central figure in paediatric neurosurgery at Biruni University Hospital, where he academicises the latest surgical techniques. He focuses on complex neuro-oncological procedures requiring high levels of precision.

• Specialises in treating congenital anomalies and spina bifida cases
• Expertise in hydrocephalus management using advanced shunting and drainage methods
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Paediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Provides senior clinical oversight at one of Turkey's major university teaching hospitals

Dr. Hakan Ozalp is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vascular and spine neurosurgery. Dr. Ozalp completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Insubria in Italy. He previously served as a lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine.

• Performs complex brain aneurysm repair and arteriovenous malformation surgery.
• Specializes in endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion.
• Treats brain tumors using transnasal resection and stereotaxic radiosurgery.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using PET-CT and TrueBeam STx technology.