Brain Aneurysm Repair Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Mustafa Bozbuga chairs neurosurgical education at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility specialising in complex brain and spinal cord disorders.

• Specialises in neurovascular surgery for cerebral aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations
• Expert in skull base surgery and trans-sphenoidal techniques for pituitary tumours
• Trained at Istanbul University Medical School – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Regularly publishes research on surgical outcomes in international peer-reviewed journals
• Provides senior academic oversight for the hospital's neurosurgery residency programme

Professor Kenan Kapici is the former Head of Neurosurgery at Altınbaş University – leading complex microsurgical repairs for vascular conditions like brain aneurysms.

• Completed specialized microsurgery training at GATA Military Medical Faculty
• Mastered hand and nerve microsurgery through intensive clinical courses
• Served as Clinic Chief and Senior Lecturer to train future neurosurgeons
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Spine Society of Europe
• Holds a Master Degree in Health Institutions Management

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

The doctor is a highly skilled neurosurgeon with extensive experience in the field of brain and nerve surgery. Specializing in complex neurological disorders, the doctor has successfully performed numerous intricate surgeries, contributing significantly to advancements in neurosurgical techniques. The doctor is board-certified and has received multiple accolades for excellence in patient care and innovative research. With a commitment to education, the doctor frequently lectures at international conferences and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals.

Dr Ramazan Uyar is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Medical Park Antalya who focuses on high-stakes brain aneurysm repairs and cerebrospinal tumour surgery.

• Winner of the Dr Cengiz Cetin thesis prize for his research into nerve stimulation
• Expertise includes pediatric neurosurgery and complex spine health
• Former Chief Physician with leadership experience in major state and training hospitals
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Ibrahim Bayar Cinar is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating mitral valve prolapse and aortic valve insufficiency. Dr. Cinar completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Ottawa Heart Center in Canada. He holds memberships in the European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery and Vascular Surgery.

• Served as a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Altınbaş University.
• Treats complex conditions like aorto-mesenteric artery compression syndrome.
• Performs cardiac procedures at a JCI-accredited university hospital.
• Practices at a national reference center for cardiovascular surgery and intensive care.

Professor Halil Can is a leading neurosurgeon at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, where he specialises in the surgical management of complex cerebrovascular diseases.

• Extensive experience in neurovascular surgery for brain aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations
• Promoted to Professor in 2025 at Istanbul University for his contributions to neurosurgery
• Published research on flow diversion treatments for posterior circulation aneurysms
• Expertise in microsurgical and endoscopic skull base techniques for vascular repair
• Active member of the neurosurgery community with over 20 peer-reviewed international publications

Dr Ahmet Karkucak is a specialist neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on high-stakes vascular interventions including aneurysm surgery.

• Specialises in both aneurysm repair and complex brain tumour removals
• Expertise extends to pituitary surgery and peripheral nerve procedures
• Treats spinal fractures and tumours using neurosurgical techniques
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a major centre for international patients

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.

Professor Cevdet Gokcek is a highly skilled neurosurgeon at Medipol University with a documented 90 to 95% success rate in complex brain and vascular surgeries.

• Specialises in micro-neurosurgical techniques for repairing brain aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs)
• Completed advanced microsurgery training at the Institute of Neurological Sciences and Psychiatry in Ankara
• Gained international clinical perspective as an observer at the Department of Neurosurgery in Michigan, USA
• Uses neuronavigation and minimally invasive methods to improve patient safety and recovery times
• Expert in managing spontaneous intracranial hematomas and severe cranial traumas

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a highly regarded neurosurgeon who honed his skills at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery, a top-tier American institution.

• Earned his Associate Professor title following years of high-volume surgical practice in Istanbul.
• Practises at Biruni University Hospital, a major academic centre focused on neurological excellence.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE, ensuring use of global best practices.
• Successfully managed complex neurosurgical cases at the renowned Bakirkoy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital.

Dr Cagri Canbolat is a neurosurgical specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul with a dedicated focus on neurovascular surgery and skull base procedures.

• Specialises in neurovascular surgery for managing complex blood vessel conditions in the brain
• Experienced in paediatric neurosurgery, providing specialised care for younger patients
• Focuses on neuro-intensive care to manage patient recovery after high-risk skull base procedures
• Contributes to global medical research on central nervous system conditions and surgical outcomes
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in brain and nerve surgery