Best neurosurgeons in Istanbul: TOP 105 doctors

Dr. Toktas brings over a decade of neurosurgical expertise, currently practicing at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specializes in a wide range of neurosurgical procedures
• Previously worked at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
• Also served at Bahçeşehir University Medical Park Göztepe Hospital
• Began career at Tatvan State Hospital

900+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Pinar specializes in complex brain and spine conditions at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Marmara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expert in both adult and pediatric brain tumors and vascular conditions
• Specializes in minimally invasive transnasal approaches for skull base tumors
• Handles complex cases including pituitary adenomas and cerebral aneurysms

Performed 1,600+ Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgeries – Dr. Zirh specializes in movement disorders at Medipol University's PARMER Center.

• 30+ years in functional neurosurgery
• Pioneered Microelectrode Recording technique in Turkey
• Member of World Federation of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
• Guinness World Record holder for largest DBS patient gathering
• Trained at Johns Hopkins and Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Hakan Hanimoglu is a dedicated brain and nerve surgery specialist with experience across top hospitals in Istanbul.

• Specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Trained in multiple leading university hospitals
• Over 15 years of neurosurgical practice
• Handles a wide range of brain and nerve conditions

Prof. Kaynar leads the Neurosurgery Department at Memorial Şişli Hospital, with a strong focus on neurovascular conditions.

• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty
• Board member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Specializes in complex neurovascular cases
• Extensive experience in academic and clinical neurosurgery

Dr. Nezih Ozkan brings 30+ years of neurosurgery expertise to Memorial Şişli Hospital, with leadership roles in major Turkish medical institutions.

• Specializes in complex neurosurgical cases with a focus on advanced techniques
• Former Head of Neurosurgery Department at Abant İzzet Baysal University
• Trained at Zurich University Hospital, bringing international experience
• Combines clinical practice with academic roles as a former lecturer

Dr. Gulsah Ozturk Ozluk brings international expertise in neurosurgery, trained at top institutions like Johns Hopkins and Oregon Health and Science University.

• Specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Worked in the USA and Turkey, gaining diverse experience
• Fellowship-trained at prestigious medical centers
• Handles a wide range of neurosurgical cases

Prof. Dr. Orkun Koban specializes in complex head and neck tumors, bringing over 15 years of neurosurgical expertise to Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Expert in endoscopic spine surgery and advanced age spinal diseases
• Member of the Neurooncology Association and Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa and Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in scoliosis and tumor disease treatments

President of the Middle East Spine Society – Professor Yaman specializes in complex spine conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• 15+ years of neurosurgery experience with a focus on spinal disorders
• Former head of spine centers at Koç University Hospital and Memorial Hospitals Group
• Published author and international speaker on neurosurgery topics
• Current instructor at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Uc specializes in minimally invasive spine and brain surgeries at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
• Expert in herniated disc and spinal stenosis treatments
• Published research on percutaneous direct pars repair
• 17+ years of experience in neurosurgery

Prof. Dr. Arslan specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery – trained at Helsinki University Central Hospital, a European leader in neurosurgical innovation.

• 20+ years of neurosurgical experience at leading Turkish hospitals
• Professor at Karadeniz Technical University – among Turkey's top neurosurgical training centers
• Published extensively on brain ischemia and spinal cord conditions
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Prof. Turker Kilic is the first Turkish doctor trained in Gamma Knife radiosurgery at Karolinska Institute, Sweden.

• Over 25 years of neurosurgery experience
• Specializes in spine surgeries and Gamma Knife procedures
• Trained at Harvard Medical School and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
• Former president of Nervous System Surgery Society
• Multiple international awards for neurosurgical research

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery, with 32 international publications and 92 presentations on advanced techniques like Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

• Trained at Zurich University Hospital in microneurosurgery and intraoperative MRI
• Board member of Turkish and European Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Societies
• Expert in MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) and deep brain stimulation
• Assistant Professor at Medipol University's Gamma Knife Center

Specializes in minimally invasive and endoscopic brain tumor surgeries – Assoc Prof Dr. Guclu combines precision techniques with Gamma Knife radiosurgery at VM Medical Park Florya.

• 20+ years of neurosurgery experience since 2003
• Expert in cerebrovascular and pediatric neurosurgery cases
• Trained at Bakırköy Mazhar Osman – Turkey's leading neurosurgery center
• Published extensively on brain tumor and spinal surgery outcomes

Prof. Kocabicak is a pioneer in deep brain stimulation, with 46+ international publications and leadership roles in neurosurgical associations.

• Founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
• Specializes in complex movement disorders and Parkinson's disease
• Trained at Maastricht University in advanced neurosurgical methods
• Current Rector of Atlas University, overseeing neurosurgical education

1,100+ spinal surgeries performed – Dr. Boztepe specializes in complex neurosurgical cases at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• 30+ years of experience in cerebrovascular and spinal surgery
• Trained at Istanbul Göztepe – one of Turkey's leading neurosurgery centers
• Specialized in minimally invasive techniques for better recovery
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Dr. Yılmaz trained at Yale School of Medicine and specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spinal disorders.

• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery and Turkish Spine Associations
• Expertise in AOSpine techniques for complex cases
• Graduated from Marmara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Prof. Kaptanoglu pioneered spinal cord regeneration research at the University of Toronto and has performed over 1,000 complex spinal surgeries.

• Specializes in minimally invasive spinal techniques for scoliosis and kyphosis
• Recipient of five prestigious neurosurgery research awards
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Published 100+ scientific articles on spinal conditions
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine international societies

Dr. Mustafa Sakar specializes in pediatric neurosurgery with advanced training from top international programs.

• Trained in fetal spina bifida surgery at HCor Hospital in Brazil
• Member of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery (ISPN)
• Completed observership in tumor surgery at University of Tübingen, Germany
• Over 10 years of experience at leading Turkish hospitals

Specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery – trained at Hannover Medical School, a leading center for brain tumor treatment.

• Associate Professor at Florence Nightingale Hospitals
• Fellowship in microsurgery of peripheral nerves at Tel Aviv Medical Center
• Over 15 years of neurosurgery experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society