Best Spinal Cord Stimulator (scs) Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Ersoy Kocabicak is a leading authority in functional neurosurgery, serving as a founding board member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association.

• Holds a PhD in deep brain stimulation from Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgery (EANS) functional group committee
• Recognised expert in neuromodulation, having established multiple specialist centres
• Specialises in precise electrode fixation and microelectrode recording for optimal neurostimulation results
• Consults for major medical technology leaders including Medtronic and Boston Scientific

Professor Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a leading neurosurgeon at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in functional neurosurgery and spinal instrumentation.

• Completed advanced research fellowships in cellular neuroscience at Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Awarded the Turkish Neurosurgery Society Aysima Altinok Thesis Award for his research contributions
• Specialises in deep brain stimulation and movement disorder surgery at a JCI-accredited facility
• Serves as a Professor of Neurosurgery, training specialists in complex spinal and cranial base pathologies

Piya Assawaboonyadej, M.D.

Associate Professor Mehmet Tonge is a specialist neurosurgeon at Medipol University with deep expertise in functional neurosurgery and surgery for chronic pain.

• Completed a specialised Deep Brain Stimulation fellowship at Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Handled intricate clinical cases during training at Zurich University Hospital in Switzerland
• Serves as an executive board member for major neurosurgery and movement disorder societies
• Published 30+ international research papers focusing on neuro-stimulation and stereotactic techniques
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)

EDUCATION 

1974/1979 Elementary School 

1979/1982 Secondary School 

1982/1985 High School 

1985/1991 GATA Military Medical Faculty 

1995/1999 GATA Resident in Orthopaedics. 

1999/2002 Specialist in Orthopaedics. 

2002/2008 GATA Assistant Prof in Orthopaedics 

2008/2009 MAYO Orthopedic Departments (with Franklin Sim, MD), Pathology Department ( with Carrie INWARDS, MD) and Orthopaedic Research Laboratory (with Michael YASZEMSKI) 

2009/2012 GATA Associate Prof in Orthopaedics 

2012/ 2016 İstanbul Medipol University Orthopaedics and Traumatology Dep 

2016/ 2019 Ankara Güven Hospital Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department 

Oct 2019 Marmaris 

DISSERTATION 

The treatment of intraarticular fractures of lower extremity with Ilizarov sirculer external fixator. 

EXPERIENCE: 

Orthopedic Oncology 

Trauma Surgery (war injury, politrauma surgery) 

External Fixation (war injury, open fractures, deformity, limb lengthening) 

Arthroplasty 

Foot and ankle surgery 

AWARDS 2006 Best research presentation. Comparison between the distraction and grafting methods in the treatment of peripheral neural defects: an experimental study in rabbits. Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; 39 (2) 163/171, 2005. 

2005 Best oral presentation. High dose neoadjuvan chemotherapy combined with autologous stem cell transplantation and limb sparing surgery in patients with nonmetastatic osteosarcoma Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; Supp II. 39 (2) 79/80, 2005. 

2005 Best poster presentation. Vascular and nonvascular fibular reconstruction results of benign aggressive and malign bone tumors. Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; Supp II. 39 (2) 171, 2005 

MEMBERSHIP IN SOCIETIES 

TOTBİD (TURKISH ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATION) 

TMSTS (TURKISH MUSCULOSKELETAL TUMOR SOCIETY) 

TURKISH ASAMI 

TURKISH FOOT AND ANKLE SOCIETY 

TURKISH TRAUMA SOCIETY SOMOS 

TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES 

Associate Professor in Orthopaedic Oncology and Trauma Graduate Program. 

INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS ATTENDED 

1. 4th Congress of The EFORT. 3/8 June, 1999. Brusells. 

2. 3rd Meeting of the ASAMI International 27/29 May 2004 İstanbul / Turkey. 

3. Asia pasific Musculoskeletal Tumor Society 5th meeting. 23/25 April 2004 İzmir / Turkey 

4. 18th Annual meeting European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society. 25/27 May 2005. Italy. 

5. 7th International Congress on Spine. 14/17 April 2005. Antalya / Turkey 

6. 19th Annual meeting of European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society. 24/25 May 2006. Russia. 

7. 4th meeting of ASAMI International. 2006 Japan. 

8. 14th ISOLS 11/14 2007 Germany 

9. 5th meeting of ASAMI International. Russia 2008 

10.MAYO Clinic Department of Orthopedic Surgery, A celebration of musculoskeletal tumor surgery meeting. Sep 23/25 2010 Rochester, MN, USA 

11.XXXIII Course on Musculoskeletal Pathology. 8/12 Feb. 2010. Bologna ITALY 

12. 16th ISOLS 2011 China 

13.7th meeting of ASAMI International. Greece 2012

Dr Erman Cekic is a highly experienced orthopaedic and spinal surgeon at OrtoCare Clinic who specialises in complex surgical and non-surgical pain management.

• Completed specialised spinal instrumentation training with Medtronic in Istanbul
• Extensive background in spinal surgery and functional rehabilitation techniques
• Participated in major international clinical forums including the Eurospine Congress in Ireland
• Maintains a strong research focus on bone healing and radiographic outcomes
• Uses advanced non-surgical therapies including electromagnetic and stem cell treatments

Dr. Songpoj Tanprasert is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). He holds an M.D. and completed formal training in Rehabilitation Medicine. He has extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation.

His expertise includes stroke rehabilitation, chronic pain, sports injuries, and spine disorders. He develops individualized, evidence-based rehabilitation plans. He emphasizes non-surgical pain care and therapeutic exercise. He works with physiotherapists and occupational therapists to improve function.

Professor Ozturk is the founder and director of the Liv Spine Centre – a prestigious facility certified as a 'Centre of Excellence' by the AOSpine Society.

• Serves as the Head of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Istinye University
• Received full professorship for his extensive contributions to spinal medicine and surgery
• Operates across multiple international locations including Azerbaijan and North Macedonia
• Specialises in treating complex structural spine disorders and spinal cord interventions
• Led the development of a globally recognised centre for spinal health

Brain and Nerve Surgery Specialist

Foreign language: English

Date and Place of Birth: 11.11.1968 ANTALYA

- AREAS OF INTEREST

o Aneurysm surgery

o Cerebrospinal tumor surgery

o Lumbar hernia

o Neck hernia

o Spine surgery

o Cerebellum prolapse surgeries

o Hydrocephalus

o Pediatric neurosurgery

- Educational Background:

Undergraduate: Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 1985-1991

Specialization SSK Göztepe Training Hospital 1994-1999

- Academic Titles: 

Doctor of Medicine Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1991)

Neurosurgery Residency : SSK Göztepe Training Hospital (1999)

- Places of Duty:

Erzurum Horasan Hasanbey health center 1991-1992

Karaman health center number 1 1992-1993

SSK Göztepe Training Hospital Assistant 1994-1999

Şanlıurfa State Hospital 1999-2002

(Neurosurgeon and Deputy Chief Physician)

Burdur State Hospital 2002-2003

Serik State Hospital 2003-2012

(Neurosurgery Specialist, Chief Physician)

Antalya Training and Research Hospital 2012- 2021

Private Anadolu Antalya Hospital 2021 - 2023

Private Medicalpark Antalya Hospital 2023 - Currently

- Medical Specialty Thesis: Genetic Absence model in Wag/rij rats 

Effects of Nervus Vagus Stimulation 1999

Note: Istanbul Chamber of Medicine 1999 Dr. Cengiz Çetin thesis prize winner

Professor Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir is a highly decorated neurosurgeon who placed first in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam. He currently leads complex spinal and brain cases at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialises in spine tumours and complex spinal fractures using minimally invasive techniques
• Completed an advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery Course to reduce recovery times
• Former Associate Professor at Baskent University – a leading medical training institution
• Expert in endoscopic spine surgery for reduced scarring and faster post-op healing
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society focusing on surgical safety

Professor Erkan Kaptanoglu is a highly decorated neurosurgeon who holds a PhD in Advanced Neuroscience and completed a prestigious research fellowship in spinal cord regeneration at the University of Toronto.

• Former Chairman of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Specialises in complex spinal cord injury, regeneration, and stimulator placement
• Won multiple national scientific research awards for his work in spinal anatomy and cord injuries
• Led the Institute of Neuroscience at Marmara University as a former Director
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine international specialist communities

Dr Panyajarn Laohapornsvan is an orthopaedic spine specialist with international training from the UK, Japan, and South Korea. He leads advanced spinal interventions at Navamin 9 Hospital.

• Holds a Bachelor of Medical Science from the University of Nottingham in the UK
• Completed a specialised spine fellowship at Akita University in Japan
• Certified in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques including XLIF and MIS-TLIF
• Trained in endoscopic spine surgery at Harrison Spinartus Hospital in Seoul
• Member of the Spine Society of Thailand and the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Education

• (1998-2004), Bachelor's Degree Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara
• (2005-2010), Doctorate / Specialization in Medicine Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital

Experience

• 2005-2011, Assistant Doctor Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology
• 2011-2013, Specialist Doctor Kahramanmaraş Women's and Children's Hospital, Kahramanmaraş Necip Fazıl City Hospital (mandatory service)
• 2013-2022, Specialist Doctor Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology
• 2022, Associate Professor Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology

Education and Specialization:

• Medical Degree: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (1981)
• Specialization in Neurosurgery: Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department

Professional Experience:

• 1994-1998: Associate Professor and Head of the Neurosurgery Department, Kocaeli University
• 1998-Present: Professor and Head of the Neurosurgery Department, Kocaeli University
• Current Position: Neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital

International Experience:

• 1993: Observer at The Midland Centre for Neurosurgery and Neurology, Birmingham, UK
• Trained in syringomyelia and stereotactic neurosurgery under Bernard Williams, M.D., and Edward R. Hitchcock, M.D.

Clinical Experience:

• Performed over 5629 endoscopic surgeries including:
  • 4384 Pituitary Adenomas
  • 209 Rathke's Cleft Cysts
  • 152 Craniopharyngiomas
  • 121 Chordomas/Chondrosarcomas
  • 98 Tuberculum Sellae Meningiomas and other pathologies in the sellar region

Research and Publications: Prof. Dr. Savaş Ceylan has numerous publications in internationally recognized journals, covering a wide range of neurosurgical topics. His research includes pioneering work in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery for pituitary tumors and other sellar region pathologies.

Professional Memberships:

• American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS)
• Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS)
• Academia Eurasiana Neurochirurgica
• International Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (IFNE)
• World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS) Skull Base Committee
• Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Turkish Society of Nervous System Surgery

Awards:

• 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award
• Scientific Publication Awards from Kocaeli University