Brain Tumor Embolization Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Nurperi Gazioglu is a highly regarded neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who specialises in the intricate field of endoscopic skull base surgery.

• Completed specialist neurosurgery training at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Highly skilled in endoscopic pituitary surgery and complex neurosurgical procedures
• Trained internationally at Hopital Lariboisere and Necker-Enfants Malades in Paris
• Regularly participates in World Federation of Neurology continuing medical education programmes
• Multilingual specialist capable of assisting patients in English, French, Spanish, and Italian

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 Erkan Kaptanoglu is a highly decorated neurosurgeon who holds a Doctor of Science in Advanced Neuroscience and completed a prestigious research fellowship at the University of Toronto.

• Specialises in complex cranial operations involving gliomas, meningiomas, and pituitary adenomas
• Serves on the Board of the Turkish Neurosurgery Academy as a recognized leader in the field
• Former Head of Neurosurgery and Director of the Institute of Neuroscience at Marmara University
• Produced over 100 scientific publications focused on neuro-regeneration and surgical techniques
• Active member of EUROSPINE and the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

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

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. 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.

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. 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.