Mehmet Osman Akcakaya
19
years of experience
5
Rating

Mehmet Osman Akcakaya

  • Specialization: Neurosurgeon
  • 19 years of experience
  • Speaks:
    German, English
  • Online consultations: available
  • Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Mehmet Osman Akçakaya is a world-renowned neurosurgeon with elite training in Germany (Hannover) and Israel (Tel Aviv). A professor at Florence Nightingale Hospitals, he specializes in minimally invasive spine/brain surgery and nerve reconstruction. Award-winning researcher (EANS Board Certified, Best Oral Presentation), he leads international courses, ensuring patients receive cutting-edge, precision care. 15+ years’ expertise.

    Dr. Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is a neurosurgeon with 18 years of experience. He specializes in microneurosurgery and functional neurosurgery. He treats head trauma, brain tumors, Parkinson’s disease, and spinal disorders. Dr. Akcakaya uses advanced surgical techniques for these complex conditions.

    He has received several awards, including the Second Prize for 'Best Oral Presentation' at the Congress of the Nervous System Surgery Society. He completed a 4-year training program with the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS). He also holds the EANS board certificate (Part I). Dr. Akcakaya has completed fellowships in Israel and Germany.

    He is a member of the Turkish Association of Neurosurgery and EANS. He has also served on scientific committees for international courses on endoscopic spine surgery.

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Anonymous • Hydrocephalus
Turkmenistan
Apr 14, 2025
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I recommend from the bottom of my heart
We were diagnosed with internal and external hydrocephalus in a newborn. While searching for clinics, I accidentally came across the Bookimed platform. They immediately responded to my request and assigned a personal medical coordinator of the platform Olga Romaniuk. Very responsible, always in touch, she competently selected us a clinic florence ningtingale hospital and signed us up for an online consultation with Professor Ilhan Elmachi. After that we were assigned a manager of this clinic for online consultation Alisher, (by the way, he speaks several languages, including Turkmen, which was a big plus for us). Alisher is also very responsible, always in touch, selects convenient for us time for consultation, helped us to hold an online meeting without delays and interruptions. I am very satisfied with the work of Elmachi docor. All questions were answered. Special thanks to Elmachi's translator 🫶🏻. I recommend from the bottom of my heart
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I found Bookimed by chance when I was searching for top clinics in Turkey on google. we were assigned a personalised medical coordinator, bookimed Olga. Thank her very much for signing us up to Ilhan Elmaci (also one of the best neurosurgeons in Turkey). Polite, helpful, punctual ❤️. The Bukimed platform itself is very informative, lots of clinics and reviews 👍
Мария • Endometriosis
Oct 16, 2024
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Hi, I'm Cella, and I’m living in Bali, Indonesia. I’d like to share an honest review based on my experience of finding a medical coordinator, a doctor, and a hospital for my case. I was recently diagnosed with an ovarian cyst and stage 4 endometriosis, which required surgery as soon as possible. I was initially hospitalized in Bali, but the doctor there suggested I look for a better-equipped hospital as they didn’t have the necessary facilities to perform my surgery. It wasn’t easy to find the right care on a small island like Bali. Thankfully, my best friend helped me connect with a medical manager from Bookimed. That’s how we found Alisher, the medical manager and Prof. Dr. A Cem Iyibozkurt from Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. We arranged an online consultation with the doctor, which was free of charge, I already have all my medical records and MRI results before an online consultation, I’ve prepared everything to speed up the process. and within a week, they scheduled my laparoscopic robotic surgery. Alisher did an excellent job coordinating everything, and I couldn’t be happier with him. Prof. Dr. Cem Iyibozkurt is an amazing doctor, highly experienced, and well-known for his expertise in the field. The hospital itself was fantastic—the nurses and staff took great care of me. I’m really grateful for the smooth process, and I highly recommend them to anyone who may be in a similar situation and looking for this kind of care and has similar situation as mine.
Anonymous • Lobectomy
United Kingdom
Feb 22, 2025
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Professor Alper Toker is an outstanding doctor, professional, very knowledgeable
The team was great. Professor Alper Toker is an outstanding doctor, a true professional, and extremely knowledgeable. His team is perfectly organized, ensuring that everything runs smoothly. The nurses were incredibly attentive and compassionate, providing excellent care and support throughout the entire process. They were always available to assist with any needs, making sure that we were comfortable and well-informed at all times. From the initial consultation to the final stages of care, the entire experience was handled with **expertise and professionalism**. We are truly grateful for the dedication and hard work of Professor Alper Toker and his exceptional team.
Zvonimir • Immunotherapy
Croatia
May 15, 2025
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Her level of empathy was touching
My request was for a specific treatment for my condition, which I believe was triggered by COVID or vaccine-related complications. The treatment itself is relatively new and not widely available; however, the doctor Faturanız Hazırdır was open to considering my request, which was a decisive factor in choosing this hospital. Her level of empathy was touching. When I arrived, I received outstanding support from Aliser Durdiyev, who coordinated the entire process — from reception and medication procurement to scheduling the treatment. None of this would have been possible without Hanna Karvatska, who connected all of us who has deep personal and professional connection with people here, and I’m deeply grateful to her, Alisar, and the doctor for their support and professionalism. And special thanks for the empathy from all three people, the teamwork they created to get me what we all believe could be the best treatment.
Open mind approach, willingness to solve the problem, empathy of the team
the medical staff are doing an excellent job. However, I was surprised to find that smoking is permitted on the only available open terrace for patients. It would be beneficial to have a designated smoke-free outdoor area for non-smokers.
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Anonymous • Consultation with a neurosurgeon
Uzbekistan
Dec 16, 2024
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They brought our boy back to life
From the bottom of our hearts we would like to express our gratitude to our doctor Ilhan Elmachi and his whole team. We are from Uzbekistan and when we were diagnosed with arteriovenous malformation we realised that this is the most complicated pathology of brain neurosurgery. Our boy is only 17 years old and therefore it is understandable what grief fell on us. But thanks to the clinic manager Florence Alisher, we came across our respected doctor. The operation lasted 17 hours. Two days later our boy was already in the ward. 15 days later we were home. Our boy is healthy Ilhan Elmachi is a high professional. THANK YOU for the sensitive and caring attitude to us doctor and his team and nurses They brought our boy back to life. Such people are like stars in the desert gave us hope. All health and success in science. May Allah protect you.
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Qualifications

Professional Experience

2025 – Present
Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, Florence Nightingale Hospitals, affiliated with Demiroğlu Bilim University Medical Faculty, Istanbul, Turkey

2019 – 2025
Associate Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, Florence Nightingale Hospitals, affiliated with Demiroğlu Bilim University Medical Faculty, Istanbul, Turkey

2017 – 2019
Associate Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, Liv Hospital Ulus, affiliated with Istinye University Medical Faculty, Istanbul, Turkey

2016 – 2017
Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, Liv Hospital Ulus, affiliated with Istinye University Medical Faculty, Istanbul, Turkey

2015 – Present
Attending Neurosurgeon, Department of Neurosurgery, Liv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul, Turkey

2013 – 2015
Attending Neurosurgeon, Department of Neurosurgery, GOP Taksim Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

2006 – 2012
Resident, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul School of Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey

Education & Fellowships

2017 – 2018
Clinical Fellowship in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
(Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Joachim K. Krauss)

2010
Clinical Fellowship in Peripheral Nerve and Brachial Plexus Microsurgery
Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Israel
(Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Shimon Rochkind)

2006 – 2012
Residency in Neurosurgery
Istanbul School of Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey

2005 – 2006
Residency in Anatomy
Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey

1999 – 2005
M.D., Istanbul School of Medicine
Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey
*GPA: 3.17/4.00*

1991 – 1999
Istanbul Erkek Lisesi (High School)
Istanbul, Turkey
*GPA: 4.47/5.00*

Awards & Certifications

Second Prize, Best Oral Presentation, Nervous System Surgery Society Congress

European Board of Neurosurgery (EANS) Certification (Written Exam, Leeds, UK)

Advanced Clinical Practice Certification, Nice, France

Completed 4-Year EANS Educational Program

Professional Memberships

Scientific Committee Member, International Courses on Endoscopic Lumbar Spine Surgery (Istanbul)

Turkish Association of Neurosurgery

European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)

Key Expertise

✔ Minimally Invasive Spine & Brain Surgery
✔ Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery
✔ Peripheral Nerve Reconstruction
✔ Academic Research & Surgical Training

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