Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SNS) (Sacral Neuromodulation (SNM)) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Kurshad Zengin is a highly accomplished urological surgeon who holds four medical patents for his innovative contributions to the field.

• Specialises in reconstructive urology including artificial urinary sphincter implantation and bladder reconstruction
• Performs robotic-assisted surgery using the da Vinci system for complex urological cases
• Former faculty member at Afyon Kocatepe University where he trained future urologists
• Directs major healthcare projects and holds eleven professional medical certifications
• Published 18 research papers in international journals on surgical techniques and outcomes

Associate Professor Ahmet Karkucak is a highly qualified neurosurgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with deep expertise in peripheral nerve surgery and complex spinal interventions.

• Specialises in precise peripheral nerve surgery required for neuromodulation
• Expert in treating spinal fractures and neck and back hernias
• Focuses on restores nerve function through microsurgical techniques
• Experienced in high-stakes aneurysm and pituitary gland surgeries
• Holds an academic appointment as an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery

Associate Professor Cevper Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology who has published over 130 scientific papers on urological care.

• Specialises in functional urology and minimally invasive techniques at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
• Recognised by the National Urology Congress for studies in surgical techniques
• Holds a fellowship from the European Board of Urology meeting international standards
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the European Society of Endourology
• Trained as an observer in urological surgery at the University of Michigan

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 Engin Evci is a senior urological surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with deep expertise in functional urology. He manages complex bladder and bowel dysfunction through advanced surgical interventions.

• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in neuromodulation for treatment-resistant bladder control issues
• Completed residency at the SSK Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on improving quality of life for patients with chronic pelvic dysfunction

Professor Ali Ferruh Akay is a senior urologist at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital who completed advanced laparoscopic training at the University of Rochester in the USA.

• Specialises in endourology and minimally invasive urologic procedures for bladder control
• Member of the European Association of Urology (EAU)
• Published over 100 scientific papers contributing to modern urological standards
• Former Associate Professor at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes complex uro-oncology and the management of bladder dysfunction

Dr. Halit Anil Eray is a neurosurgeon. He specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery and neuromodulation. He is an Associate Clinical Research Scholar in Neurosurgery at the University of Florida (2025–2026) under Prof. Kelly D. Foote. His work there includes movement disorder and Tourette DBS clinics, operating room cases, and research. He is also a Consultant Neurosurgeon at Ardahan State Hospital since December 2024. His training includes a residency at Ankara University and a 2022 DBS/SCS fellowship at International Medicana Hospital.

His focus includes DBS workflows, target planning, advanced neuroimaging, movement disorders, and neuropsychiatric surgery. He has 15 peer-reviewed papers and 13 indexed abstracts. In 2026, he was first author on studies on transaxis odontoidectomy morphometrics and sinonasal teratocarcinoma. He has presented at WSSFN, ESSFN, and EANS. He was an invited speaker at the 39th Turkish Neurosurgical Society Congress in 2026.