Herniated disc surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a highly qualified neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex spinal surgery and herniated disc repairs.

• Focuses on waist, neck, and back hernias using microsurgical techniques
• Expertise in spinal fractures and peripheral nerve surgery
• Handles complex cases involving spine tumours and pituitary surgery
• Associate Professor status at a leading health institution
• Works within a dedicated spine surgery unit

Professor Nejat Akalan heads the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol Mega University Hospital, where he specialises in complex spinal cord operations and herniated disc surgery.

• Uses the O-arm imaging system to provide real-time 3D surgical imaging during spine procedures
• Performs lumbar microdiscectomies for patients requiring precise nerve decompression and faster recovery
• Highly academic specialist who has authored 117 scientific papers on neurosurgical techniques
• Practises at a JCI-accredited university hospital, meeting rigorous international healthcare standards

Professor Mehmet Akif Gogusgeren is a senior neurosurgeon at Avicenna International Hospital who has successfully managed over 1,100 surgical cases. He specialises in secured microsurgery, using smaller incisions and high-power microscopes to protect vital nerve function.

• Trained at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital with a focus on functional neurosurgery
• Advocates for a conservative approach by only recommending surgery when patient benefit is certain
• Prioritises post-operative care and makes himself personally available to patients at all times
• Practises the 'primum non nocere' principle to ensure patient safety and long-term trust

Dr. Mehmet Tonge is a stereotactic and functional neurosurgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He specializes in deep brain stimulation and MR-guided focused ultrasound for movement disorders. Dr. Tonge completed his deep brain stimulation fellowship at Maastricht University in the Netherlands. He treats complex conditions including Parkinson’s disease, spasticity, and chronic pain.

• Authored over 30 international publications and 12 medical book chapters.
• Completed the four-year training cycle of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
• Expert in Gamma Knife radiosurgery and electrode placement for movement disorders.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a highly qualified neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital who completed a prestigious visiting scholarship at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery.

• Holds specialist membership with EUROSPINE – the leading European spine authority
• Received advanced training in psychiatric and neurological centres for complex spinal care
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Spine Society
• Recognised as an Associate Professor for his contribution to neurosurgical research
• Formerly served as a specialist surgeon at major Turkish training and research hospitals