Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Istanbul. It treats 250,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are oncology, hematology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, and bariatric surgery.
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Istanbul. It treats 250,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are oncology, hematology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, and bariatric surgery.
Hospital Ruber Internacional is a JCI-accredited private hospital in Madrid, Spain. Ranked among Spain's top 6 hospitals by Forbes. Specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and cardiology.
Hospital Ruber Internacional is a JCI-accredited private hospital in Madrid, Spain. Ranked among Spain's top 6 hospitals by Forbes. Specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and cardiology.
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Istanbul. It treats 250,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are oncology, hematology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, and bariatric surgery.
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Istanbul. It treats 250,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are oncology, hematology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, and bariatric surgery.
Hospital Ruber Internacional is a JCI-accredited private hospital in Madrid, Spain. Ranked among Spain's top 6 hospitals by Forbes. Specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and cardiology.
Hospital Ruber Internacional is a JCI-accredited private hospital in Madrid, Spain. Ranked among Spain's top 6 hospitals by Forbes. Specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and cardiology.
Turkey is a leading center for Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR) due to its specialized pediatric neurosurgery hubs in Istanbul. Clinics utilize advanced intraoperative neuromonitoring to identify specific spinal rootlets causing spasticity. This precision helps permanently reduce muscle stiffness while preserving sensory function and existing motor strength.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows Turkish clinics offer unique bundles that include 24-hour nursing care and VIP transfers. These services provide essential support for families traveling with children who have mobility challenges. Choosing a center with an integrated pediatric intensive care unit is vital for post-operative safety.
What patients say: Families note that SDR in Turkey significantly helps improve their child's gait and balance. They emphasize that long-term success depends on starting intensive physiotherapy immediately after the procedure. Many appreciate that the coordination teams handle all travel logistics during their stay.
","updated_at":"2026-10-16T22:41:24.000+00:00"},"why_is_ranked":{"alias":"why_is_ranked","text":"JCI-accredited hospitals provide specialized neuro-monitoring and 3D imaging for spinal rootlet selection. Surgeons with international fellowships offer bundled packages including rapid diagnostics, VIP transfers, and intensive post-operative therapy.","updated_at":"2026-10-16T22:41:27.000+00:00"}}},"ES":{"texts":[],"entity_texts":{"best_for":{"alias":"best_for","text":"Pediatric and adult cases in JCI-accredited hospitals","updated_at":"2026-10-16T07:41:16.000+00:00"},"country_hub":{"alias":"country_hub","text":"Spain offers high-precision selective dorsal rhizotomy through centers focused on functional neurosurgery. Specialists use 3-Tesla MRI and robotic-assisted systems to target nerves causing muscle stiffness. This surgical approach helps reduce spasticity in patients with cerebral palsy. The procedure costs from _op_1615_price_from_ to _op_1615_price_to_.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Spain's leading neurosurgery centers are concentrated in Madrid and Barcelona. These hospitals maintain massive patient volumes, serving 25,000+ people annually. High surgical volume often correlates with refined protocols for nerve selection. Look for clinics that integrate 3-Tesla MRI for precise pre-operative planning.
What patients say: Patients note that surgery leads to less physical strain and reduced muscle stiffness. They find that ongoing stretching and strengthening exercises are essential for long-term progress. Many emphasize the importance of managing expectations regarding independent walking after the procedure.
","updated_at":"2026-10-16T07:41:15.000+00:00"},"why_is_ranked":{"alias":"why_is_ranked","text":"Top-ranked hospitals like Ruber Internacional hold JCI accreditation and treat 25,000+ patients annually. Neurosurgeons maintain international expertise through training at institutions like Emory University and the National Hospital for Neurology.","updated_at":"2026-10-16T07:41:18.000+00:00"}}}},"offersByCountry":{"TR":{"cards":[{"offer":{"id":"6aba35f90aacc6082e09fea9","template_id":"","type":"procedure","tags":["generated_for_who"],"name":"Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy Surgery for Cerebral Palsy Treatment","for_who":"Dr. Ertugrul Pinar is a neurosurgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He treats adult and pediatric patients with complex brain and spine diseases. Dr. Pinar focuses on brain tumors, vascular aneurysms, and skull base pathologies. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.
Dr. Ertuğrul Pınar is a Neurosurgeon who graduated from the English-language program of Marmara University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency training in Neurosurgery at the Department of Neurosurgery, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.
During his residency, Dr. Pınar trained at a high-volume tertiary referral center where advanced neurosurgical procedures were routinely performed. He gained extensive clinical and surgical experience in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery, participating actively in the management and surgical treatment of a large number of patients.
His clinical practice is particularly focused on complex and technically demanding neurosurgical conditions, with a strong emphasis on complex brain tumor surgery, skull base tumors, intracranial tumors, and advanced surgical management of deep-seated and anatomically challenging lesions.
Dr. Pınar also has a special clinical interest in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery, including the surgical management of patients requiring advanced neuromodulation procedures.
He is experienced in modern minimally invasive and endoscopic neurosurgical techniques, particularly in selected intracranial pathologies where these approaches may provide reduced surgical trauma and facilitate postoperative recovery.
His practice covers a broad spectrum of adult and pediatric neurosurgery, including brain tumors, vascular neurosurgical diseases, intracranial hemorrhage, arteriovenous malformations, aneurysms, cavernous malformations, traumatic brain injuries, and congenital neurosurgical conditions.
Alongside his clinical practice, Dr. Pınar remains actively involved in academic education and scientific activities, contributing to the training of medical students and young physicians.
Medical Degree (MD)
Marmara University Faculty of Medicine – English Program
Residency in Neurosurgery
Department of Neurosurgery, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
Primary Areas of Clinical Expertise:
Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
Department of Neurosurgery
Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is a JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Istanbul. It treats 250,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are oncology, hematology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, and bariatric surgery.
Dr. Elenwoke specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery at Centro Médico Teknon – a leading European neurosurgical center.
Dr. Nnamdi Elenwoke is a neurosurgeon at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He specializes in minimally invasive and functional neurosurgery. He has unique expertise in Arnold–Chiari malformation and syringomyelia. Dr. Elenwoke completed advanced endoscopic skull base training at Emory University. He also held a clinical fellowship at the National Hospital for Neurology in London.
Centro Médico Teknon is a private multi-specialty medical center in Barcelona, Spain, and part of Quirónsalud, Spain’s largest private hospital group. The center specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, and heart surgery, with expertise also covering cardiology, fertility, ophthalmology, and advanced diagnostics. JCI accredited and recognized as one of Barcelona’s leading private hospitals, Centro Médico Teknon treats complex cases and welcomes international patients, including public figures, athletes, and celebrities. The center serves adults only and welcomes around 10,000 patients each year, with patients most often coming from Russian-speaking countries, Europe and the Commonwealth, the USA, Canada, and Australia.
\n","images":[{"base_url":"clinic/5c87be3904761","title":"Centro Médico Teknon clinic exterior with grand staircase in Barcelona, Spain"},{"base_url":"clinic/5ab24c738630b","title":"Centro Médico Teknon clinic facade with landscaped garden in Barcelona, Spain"},{"base_url":"clinic/5ac3164cd87d2","title":"Medical team in front of Centro Médico Teknon clinic building in Barcelona, Spain"},{"base_url":"clinic/5ac3156221add","title":"Centro Médico Teknon clinic entrance in Barcelona, Spain"}],"flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}],"geo":{"country":{"name":"Spain","id":34,"alias":"spain","iso_code":"ES"},"city":{"name":"Barcelona","id":98,"alias":"barcelona"},"address":"Carrer de Vilana, 12, 08022 Barcelona, Spain"},"rating":{"rating":4.7,"google":3.5,"percent_of_satisfied_clients":93},"statistics":{"number_of_reviews":497,"doctors_number":400,"year_foundation":1994},"accreditations":[{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/5cfa0ad8c533a.jpeg","name":"Joint Commission International ","country_code":"US"},{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/5db98320c06c8.jpeg","name":"European Foundation for Quality Management","country_code":"BE"},{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/5df778168a0e7.jpeg","name":"THE IMTJ MEDICAL TRAVEL AWARD WINNER IN 2019","country_code":"GB"},{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/5dfa15d1e46dd.jpeg","name":"Patient choice in Neurology","country_code":"UA"},{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/5dfa164eddd5f.jpeg","name":"Patient choice in Neurosurgery","country_code":"UA"},{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/5dfa16d49cbac.jpeg","name":"Patient choice for Epilepsy treatment","country_code":"UA"},{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/609cdeda74941.jpeg","name":"World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek","country_code":"US"}]}},{"doctor":{"id":11735,"alias":"zvi-coheen","name":"Zvi Cohen","clinic_id":9,"photo":"doctor/69e0bd2457afb","first_year_working":1994,"created_at":"2026-04-16T10:42:43.471+00:00","short_description":"Dr. Zvi Cohen is the Director of the Neurosurgery Department at Sheba Medical Center. He was recently recognized in Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors list for 2025. Dr. Cohen specializes in treating complex brain, pituitary, and spinal cord tumors. He founded the brain tumor tissue bank at Sheba to support oncological research. Dr. Cohen is board-certified in neurosurgery and leads clinical trials for malignant brain tumors.
Sheba Medical Center is the largest hospital in the Middle East and ranked 7th worldwide by Newsweek in 2026. It treats over 2 million patients annually and is a global leader in CAR-T and TIL immunotherapies. Core specialties include oncology, immunotherapy, precision medicine, and cardiology.
Assoc. Prof. Samanci specializes in Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy at Medipol University's Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center, combining advanced training with ongoing research.
Dr. Mustafa Yavuz Samanci is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is a steering committee member for the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. Dr. Samanci completed a clinical fellowship in Gamma Knife Radiosurgery at Koç University. He treats movement disorders using deep brain stimulation and spinal cord stimulation.
Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER) is a private subspecialty clinic in Istanbul, Turkey. It is part of Medipol University and focuses on neurosurgery and neurology. The clinic treats children and adults with movement disorders.
Specializes in selective dorsal rhizotomy and other advanced spinal procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.
Dr. Halil Can is a Professor of Neurosurgery at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in endoscopic and microsurgical spine surgery for tumors and degenerative diseases. Dr. Can is an author of 21 international peer-reviewed publications. He performs complex procedures including endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery.
İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı is a private multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, Turkey, combining the academic strength of İstinye University with the patient-centered approach of Liv Hospital. The hospital specializes in plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine and cosmetology, weight loss surgery and medical check-up, and has a closed area of 50,000 m², a capacity of 300 beds and 11 operating rooms.
The hospital serves both adults and children, with patients most often coming from Europe & Commonwealth, Africa, the USA, Canada and Australia.
","images":[{"base_url":"clinic/68d2b44c0cf8a","title":"Modern glass facade of Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı in Istanbul"},{"base_url":"clinic/68d2b460132b4","title":"Reception area at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı with modern design in Istanbul"},{"base_url":"clinic/68d2b520b67d0","title":"Modern indoor garden at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı with decorative lighting"},{"base_url":"clinic/68d2b895ca882","title":"Modern waiting area at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi with unique tree design"}],"flags":[{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true},{"name":"is_hide","value":false}],"geo":{"country":{"name":"Turkey","id":46,"alias":"turkey","iso_code":"TR"},"city":{"name":"Istanbul","id":107,"alias":"istanbul"},"address":"Sultanahmet, Cankurtaran, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye"},"rating":{"rating":5,"google":4.5,"percent_of_satisfied_clients":98},"statistics":{"number_of_reviews":1,"doctors_number":0,"year_foundation":2025},"accreditations":[]}},{"doctor":{"id":12856,"alias":"ercan-kaya","name":"Ercan Kaya","clinic_id":889,"photo":"doctor/6a3cd0c34359d","first_year_working":2013,"created_at":"2026-06-25T06:54:57.948+00:00","short_description":"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.
\nHis 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.
","specialities":[{"id":"nrs.001","name":"Neurosurgeon","illness_kind_id":2},{"id":"nrs.004","name":"Spine neurosurgeon","illness_kind_id":55}],"statistics":{}},"clinic":{"id":889,"alias":"np-istanbul-brain-hospital","name":"NP Istanbul Brain Hospital","short_description":"NP Istanbul Brain Hospital is the No. 2 Brain Hospital in Europe. It is Turkey’s first private neuropsychiatric hospital, certified by JCI. Core specialties include neurology, neurosurgery, psychiatry, and addiction treatment.