Brain Tumor Embolization Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Halil Can is a senior neurosurgeon at İstinye University Liv Hospital who specializes in complex neurovascular procedures and brain tumour management.

• Focuses on neurovascular surgery including the treatment of aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations
• Associate Professor at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Extensive research background in neuro-oncology with over 20 peer-reviewed international publications
• Handles complex skull base and intraventricular tumours using advanced microsurgical techniques

Dr. Mehmet Hakan Şahin is a neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital (as of 2026). He specializes in neuro-oncological and neurovascular surgery. He also performs skull base, complex cranial, and spine surgery. He was an Assistant Professor at Atatürk University (2019–2024). He served at UW Health (2024–2025).

He has 29 international peer-reviewed papers and 11 national papers. He has written 5 textbook chapters. He has given 7 oral presentations, including at AANS 2025 and a 2024 panel on supratotal glioma resection. His honors include the 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Young Neurosurgeon Incentive Award (Second Prize) and 1st Prize at the 1st Yaşargil Microneurosurgery Academy. He holds the Turkish Neurosurgery Qualification Certificate (2023). He has been a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association since 2017 (No. 1620).

The doctor specializes in advanced spinal procedures, with a primary clinical focus on endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery. Expertise includes the surgical management of complex spine fractures and the performance of minimally invasive surgical techniques for both cervical and lumbar herniations.

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a neurosurgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a focus on vascular and oncological brain procedures.

• Specialises in managing complex brain tumours and neurosurgical oncology
• Expertise includes aneurysm surgery and pituitary gland procedures
• Treats a wide range of spinal conditions including fractures and tumours
• Focuses on peripheral nerve surgery and disc herniation cases
• Holds an academic appointment as Associate Professor of Neurosurgery

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.

Professor Bozbuga leads neurosurgical care at the JCI-accredited NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, specialising in skull base and neurovascular procedures. He chairs neurosurgical education, guiding the next generation of specialists in complex brain tumour interventions.

• Performs tumour embolisation and brain aneurysm repairs using modern neurosurgical technologies
• Specialises in neurovascular surgery for arteriovenous malformations and cerebral aneurysms
• Focuses on skull base surgery, including acoustic neuromas and pituitary adenomas
• Trained at Istanbul University Istanbul Medical School across both degree and residency
• Publishes research on clinical statistics and surgical techniques in international journals

Professor Mustafa Gurelik is a senior neurosurgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital specializing in complex brain and spinal cord tumour management.

• Focuses on cerebrovascular aneurysm and brain haemorrhage interventions
• Performs specialized pituitary surgery for skull base tumours
• Manages shunt and endoscopic surgeries for hydrocephalus cases
• Treats nerve congestion issues and carpal tunnel syndrome
• Experienced in both surgical and non-surgical spinal care

Dr. Gulsah Bademci is a neurosurgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specialized in brain, nerve, and spine surgery during her 30-year career. Dr. Bademci completed a research fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine. She also trained under Dr. Gazi Yasargil at the University of Arkansas.

• Holds ECFMG America Board Step 1 and EANS European Board certificates.
• Performs complex procedures like craniotomy, laminectomy, and brain aneurysm repair.
• Specializes in spinal stenosis, brain tumors, and cervical disc herniations.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

Dr. Adem Yilmaz is a neurosurgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats brain tumors, cavernomas, and arteriovenous malformations. Dr. Yilmaz performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and transnasal tumor resection. He works at Medistate Hospital, which holds JCI accreditation and treats 200,000 patients annually.

• Performs spinal surgery, including discectomy, laminectomy, and spinal stenosis treatment.
• Conducts intracranial interventions such as brain aneurysm repair and craniotomy.
• Treats children and adults with conditions like craniostenosis and spina bifida.
• Provides online consultations for neurosurgical evaluations.

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic. He specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery. He focuses on movement disorders and spinal conditions like herniated discs. Dr. Ozek completed fellowships at Yale University and Florida University.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award.
• Authored over 40 articles in SCI international journals.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
• Works at JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade, a modern surgical facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Cevdet Gokcek is a neurosurgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain, spine, and pediatric nerve conditions. He has treated thousands of patients for complex disorders. Dr. Gokcek is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society. He previously completed a microsurgery course at Hacettepe University.

• Achieved a 95% success rate for severe brain and spine surgeries.
• Performs transnasal pituitary tumor removals and endoscopic skull base procedures.
• Authored 17 articles published in national and international medical journals.
• Completed a neuro-endoscopy workshop at Ghent University in Belgium.