Hydrocephalus surgeries, shunt surgeries Doctors in test — Page 2

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.

Dr. Alexandru Cristescu is a highly skilled neurosurgeon specializing in complex brain and spine conditions, with extensive experience in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries.

• Trained in neurosurgery at renowned hospitals in France
• Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
• Known for precision and patient-centered care
• Specializes in brain tumor removal and spinal surgery

Specializes in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries with a focus on pediatric neurosurgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 35 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Expert in complex spine and cerebrospinal tumor surgeries
• Trained at SSK Göztepe Training Hospital, a leading neurosurgery center
• Thesis on neurosurgical techniques won Istanbul Chamber of Medicine prize

Prof. Cinar brings 38 years of experience of cardiovascular surgery expertise to hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained at University of Ottawa Heart Center
• Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Altınbaş University
• Member of European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
• Former assistant professor at Siyami Ersek Heart Center

Dr. Serdal Gungor specializes in pediatric neurology, bringing decades of expertise to treating complex neurological conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Subspecialty trained in pediatric neurology at Hacettepe University
• Over 33 years of experience of academic and clinical experience in neurology
• Professor at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
• Extensive research background in pediatric neurology

Specializes in endoscopic third ventriculostomy for hydrocephalus – a minimally invasive alternative to shunt surgeries at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Professor of neurosurgery with extensive training in endoscopic techniques
• Published multiple studies on innovative neurosurgical approaches
• Expert in both adult and pediatric hydrocephalus treatments
• Performs VP shunt surgeries when endoscopic options aren't suitable

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries at Atlas University Hospital, with extensive training in brain and neurosurgery.

• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on neurosurgical conditions
• Participated in advanced spinal surgery courses and neurosurgical congresses
• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University, a leading institution for neurosurgery

Dr. Han Yeongmin is a neurosurgeon (MD, PhD). He is Medical Director and Director of the Neurosurgery Center at Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital. He treats cerebrovascular disease and peripheral nerve disorders. He also specializes in brain tumors and skull base surgery. Conditions include stroke, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral infarction, and moyamoya disease. He performs PEN, PNP, and SNB. He also offers microscopic and endoscopic discectomy, artificial disc replacement, MIS-TLIF/minimally invasive spinal fusion, and vertebroplasty.

He earned his MD and PhD from The Catholic University of Korea. He served as a visiting professor in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute (Phoenix, Arizona, USA). He also served at Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington (Seattle, USA).

His publications include co-authorship of Chapter 52 of the Textbook of Korean Cerebrovascular Surgery. He also co-authored Acoustic Neuroma Oncology. He is a full member of KNS, KSCVS, KSBS, KBTS, KNTS, KSNS, and KSPNS.

Dr. Kibici combines military medical training with academic neurosurgery expertise at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Lecturer at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Spine Society of Europa
• Published multiple research papers on spinal and peripheral nerve surgeries

Dr. Filis specializes in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries, bringing extensive neurosurgical expertise from leading institutions worldwide.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with a focus on minimally invasive techniques
• Head of Neurosurgery at German Medical Institute in Limassol
• Trained at prestigious centers including Moffitt Cancer Center and LSUHSC
• Completed fellowships in neurosurgical oncology and skull base surgery

Dr. Samuel Moskovichi has co-authored 67 peer-reviewed articles on neurosurgery over 21 years of experience.

• Specializes in epidermoid cysts, schwannomas, and neurosarcoidosis
• Highly rated in 6 neurosurgical conditions
• Practices at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem

52 years of experience specializing in neurosurgery – Dr. Andry Key brings unparalleled experience as the former Head of Neurosurgery at Royal Melbourne Hospital.

• Graduated from University of Melbourne Medical School
• Trained at Oxford University and Cleveland Clinic
• Recipient of Ronald Bittner Award from American Association of Neurosurgeons
• Holds Medal of Honor from International Federation of Neurosurgical Societies
• Current neurosurgeon at Hadassah Medical Center

Dr. Mehmet Besir Surme specializes in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries at Eskişehir City Hospital, with extensive academic contributions to neurosurgery.

• Trained at Fırat University and completed a fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery in Rome
• Published multiple studies on spinal and cranial conditions
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society with numerous presentations

Associate professor with specialized training at the University of Wisconsin – Dr. Ucer brings advanced neurosurgical expertise to Biruni University Hospital.

• 19 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Specialized in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Former visiting scholar at University of Wisconsin

Dr. Teyyub Hesenov brings specialized neurosurgical expertise to hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries, trained at Marmara University's prestigious neurosurgery program.

• 16 years of experience of neurosurgical experience in leading Turkish hospitals
• Authored multiple peer-reviewed papers on complex neurological conditions
• Trained in advanced cranial base surgery techniques
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Currently practices at Melhem International Hospital

Dr. Abdulkerim Gokoglu specializes in complex neurosurgical cases, with a PhD in Clinical Anatomy and postdoctoral research at Brigham Women's Hospital.

• Expertise in brain tumors, spinal diseases, and congenital nervous system disorders
• Extensive experience in treating head trauma and spine deformities
• Skilled in managing stroke, paralysis, aneurysms, and hemorrhage