Craniotomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Salih Murat Imer is a highly respected neurosurgeon who founded the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital and previously served as Professor at Istanbul University.

• Completed advanced training in skull base surgery and functional disorders at the Leksell Gamma Knife centre in France
• Holds a Full-Endoscopic Spine Surgery Certificate from Herne, Germany, for minimally invasive techniques
• Authored 68 peer-reviewed articles and chaired sessions at over 30 international medical congresses
• Practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, a facility recognised for excellence in complex neurological care

Professor Baran Yil completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine in the United States, specialising in cerebrovascular neurosurgery.

• Awarded the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize by the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Expert in skull-base anatomy and deep brain stimulation surgery
• Member of AOSpine and the Turkish Spine Association
• Served as an instructor for advanced international skull-base anatomy courses
• Practises at Valued Med Hub Hospitals following intensive training at Marmara University

Professor Mustafa Bozbuga leads the neurosurgery department at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility specialised in complex cranial care.

• Specialises in skull base surgery and neurovascular procedures for aneurysms
• Performs trans-sphenoidal hypophysectomy to remove pituitary tumours via the nose
• Handles high-stakes neuro-oncology cases involving brain and spinal cord tumours
• Professor at Istanbul Science University training the next generation of neurosurgeons
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals on advanced neurosurgical techniques

Associate Professor Omur Gunaldi is a leading authority in endoscopic skull base surgery and complex brain tumour removals. He helped establish the Neurosurgery Clinic at the high-capacity Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital.

• Specialises in neuro-oncological surgery for both routine and difficult tumours
• Awarded Associate Professor status in 2016 for expertise in neurological diseases
• Focuses on minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for pituitary surgery
• Highly active in surgical research at major Turkish training and research centres

The doctor is an oncologist specializing in the treatment of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Currently, the doctor practices at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

With a career spanning multiple esteemed institutions, the doctor has served as an Internal Medicine Specialist at Malatya State Hospital, a physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic, and a member of the Oncology Department at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Selcuk University and achieved the title of Associate Professor in 2016.

Awarded the Dr Cengiz Cetin thesis prize for his work on Vagus Nerve Stimulation, Ramazan Uyar brings high-level surgical precision to complex brain and spine cases.

• Specialises in aneurysm surgery and cerebrovascular neurosurgery
• Performs delicate cerebellum prolapse and hydrocephalus procedures
• Focuses on paediatric neurosurgery and cerebrospinal tumour removal
• Former Chief Physician with extensive background in state and research hospitals
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties

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.

Dr. Serdal Gungor is a pediatric neurosurgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He focuses on treating complex brain and spine conditions in children. Dr. Gungor completed his subspecialty training at the prestigious Hacettepe University. He performs intricate procedures like brain tumor removal, epilepsy surgery, and shunt placements.

• Treats congenital conditions including spina bifida and Arnold Chiari syndrome.
• Uses precise technologies like Gamma Knife and CyberKnife for pediatric brain tumors.
• Member of the International Child Neurology Association (ICNA).
• Works at the Mediterranean region’s largest private medical facility.

Dr Musa Boztepe is a senior neurosurgeon who has completed over 900 successful procedures including complex brain and spinal surgeries.

• Specialised training in cerebrovascular surgery and functional neurosurgery
• Completed advanced courses in tumour management with the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Highly experienced in treating head traumas and cervical disc conditions
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Trained at Istanbul Goztepe Training and Research Hospital

Professor Erkan Kaptanoglu is a highly distinguished neurosurgeon who served as a research fellow at the University of Toronto under the world-renowned Professor Charles Tator.

• Specialises in complex cranial surgeries including gliomas, meningiomas, and pituitary tumours
• Holds a PhD in Advanced Neuroscience from Hacettepe University Institute of Medical Sciences
• Former Head of Neurosurgery and Director of the Institute of Neuroscience at Marmara University
• Awarded the Acibadem Hospital Medical Research Award for his work on neurological injuries
• Member of EUROSPINE and the Turkish Neurosurgery Academy

Dr. Hasan Mutlu is a medical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in immunotherapy, targeted cancer therapies, and genetic research in cancer treatment. Dr. Mutlu received his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He holds the title of Professor of Medicine. Dr. Mutlu focuses on organ tumor diagnosis and chemotherapy.

• Specializes in both medical and pediatric oncology cases.
• Treats complex conditions including neuroblastoma, Wilms tumor, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs biological therapies and stays active in next-generation genetic research.
• Works at the Mediterranean region’s largest private hospital with PET-CT and LINAC technology.

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 international training in functional neurosurgery and complex head injuries.

• Completed advanced European neurosurgery training in Vilnius through the EANS programme
• Specialises in surgical neuroanatomy to improve precision during complex skull-base procedures
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
• Expertise in 3D printer-assisted surgical planning for highly accurate neurosurgical interventions
• Actively contributes to research on minimally invasive techniques for spontaneous intracerebral haemorrhage