Best Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery Clinics in Turkey: 45 Top-Rated Centers

Dr. Ali Zirh has performed 1,500+ DBS procedures over 31 years, trained at Johns Hopkins and pioneering microelectrode recording in Turkey. The $28,000 package typically includes surgery, 3-day hospitalization, 3 weeks of neurostimulator programming, guesthouse stays, and transfers. Medipol University Parkinson’s Center offers complete DBS care with advanced electrophysiological mapping and 6-month follow-up.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Melih Ucer has performed 900+ neurosurgery procedures over 18 years, specializing in DBS surgery. The procedure may cost around $28,000 USD – typically covering the Boston rechargeable DBS device, 3-4 days hospitalization, pre-op tests, and 21 days hotel stay with companion accommodation. VMH Biruni University Hospital holds international health tourism accreditation and maintains a 98% patient recommendation rate. Dr. Ucer trained in neurosurgery and spine neurosurgery, focusing on advanced neurological treatments.

Prof. Dr. Zafer Orkun Toktaş has performed 900+ neurosurgical procedures over 9 years, specializing in deep brain stimulation. The procedure may cost around $26,500 – typically covering surgery, 4 nights hospitalization, brain MRI, transfers, and follow-up care. Memorial Ataşehir Hospital holds JCI accreditation, Turkey's first, with international safety standards. The package includes interpreter services and companion accommodation during the hospital stay.

Prof. Dr. Erhan Arslan has performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures over 17 years, specializing in DBS with rechargeable implants. The package may cost around $20,000 – typically covering surgery, rechargeable system, 7-night stay, transfers, and follow-up care. He trained at Helsinki University Central Hospital and holds a professorship. The JCI-accredited hospital features a dedicated neurosurgery department with 10 operating theaters.

Prof. Dr. Baran Yılmaz brings 21 years of neurosurgical experience with 1,100+ procedures performed. The clinic offers DBS packages costing around $20,000–24,000 USD, typically covering surgery with rechargeable implant, 5-7 nights hospitalization, pre-op diagnostics, and transfers. As a university hospital, Istinye Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir combines research with clinical care, using neuronavigation for 1mm precision. The package includes 24/7 nursing care, neurological rehabilitation, and accommodation for one companion.

Memorial Şişli Hospital holds JCI accreditation and offers specialized DBS packages from $25,000, typically covering surgery, MRI/CT scans, 4 days ward stay, ICU care, and transfers. Prof. Dr. Zafer Orkun Toktas consults on complex DBS cases as part of a multidisciplinary neurosurgery team. The hospital maintains world-class surgical standards with 4.6/5 patient ratings across 287+ reviews.

Dr. Melih Bozkurt has performed 900+ neurosurgery procedures with 24 years of experience. The DBS surgery package may cost around $25,000 – typically covering the procedure, pre-op tests, 3 days hospitalization, and hotel stays. Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital is JCI and ISO accredited, featuring Turkey's first LEED Platinum eco-friendly design.

Prof. Dr. Cahit Kural has performed 900+ DBS surgeries with 27 years of neurosurgical experience, achieving a 99.9% success rate. The preliminary package may cost around €22,000 – typically covering stereotactic surgery, microelectrode recording, 5-day hospitalization, diagnostics, and transfers. Lokman Hekim University Hospital holds ISO 9001 certification and features 6 operating theaters with helipad access. Prof. Kural specializes exclusively in functional neurosurgery using advanced stereotactic techniques.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Sakar has performed 900+ neurosurgical procedures over 11 years, specializing in DBS surgery. The procedure may cost around $25,000 – typically covering the surgery, consultations, MRI, and VIP transfers. Memorial Göztepe Hospital operates with 19 ORs and 55 ICUs, part of Memorial Health Group with 25+ years experience. Prof. Sakar holds memberships in ISPN and EANS.

Dr. Ersoy Kocabicak, a founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association, has performed 900+ DBS procedures. The preliminary cost is around $28,000 – typically covering 15-20 days hospital stay, pre-op exams, neurostimulator programming, and 24/7 medical support. The clinic provides VIP transfers and translator services. Dr. Kocabicak holds membership in the Functional Committee of the European Association of Neurosurgery.