Page 2 - Best neurosurgeons in Istanbul: TOP 105 doctors

Performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries – Prof. Ceylan is a global expert in minimally invasive neurosurgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Specializes in complex sellar region pathologies like pituitary adenomas
• Trained in UK under pioneers of stereotactic neurosurgery
• Head of Neurosurgery at Kocaeli University for over 20 years
• Active member of WFNS Skull Base Committee
• Recipient of Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award

Trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil – a pioneer in neurosurgery – Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan specializes in complex spine and brain procedures at Estexper Clinic.

• Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Yeditepe University
• Member of Turkish Spine Association and European neurosurgical societies
• Extensive experience in neurovascular and neurooncology cases
• Associate Professor with roles at multiple prestigious hospitals

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci trained under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil, a pioneer in micro neurosurgery, and has performed over 1,000 complex neurosurgical procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in microsurgery and endoscopic skull base techniques
• Founding chairman of Turkey's Skull Base Society
• Member of the European Skull Base Society Executive Committee
• Published 110+ scientific papers in international journals

Dr. Kitis has performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures, specializing in complex cerebrovascular conditions at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 15+ years of neurosurgery experience in leading Istanbul hospitals
• Expertise in Moyamoya disease and brain tumor removal
• Trained at Bezmialem University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical background

Specializing in spine conditions – Dr. Dogu focuses on degenerative diseases, trauma, and tumors at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• 15+ years of neurosurgical experience
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expertise in minimally invasive spine techniques
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Prof. Yaşar Kütükçü specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation and movement disorders, trained at University of California San Francisco.

• Active member of International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
• Conducts research and scientific work in neurophysiology
• Member of Turkish Neurology Society and Parkinson’s Disease Society

Prof. Saydam specializes in advanced laparoscopic and endocrine surgeries, with a strong focus on metabolic and bariatric procedures at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery with expertise in minimally invasive techniques
• Trained at University of Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital – a leader in surgical innovation
• Specializes in laparoscopic anti-reflux and hernia surgeries
• Associate professor with academic contributions to surgical practices

Dr. Murat Dokdok brings elite training from Harvard School of Medicine and Minnesota University to his practice at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specializes in interventional radiology and neuroradiology
• Fluent in English and Turkish for international patients
• Trained at top institutions including Istanbul University and Acibadem Hospital

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Yil specializes in complex cerebrovascular and spinal cases with Yale-trained expertise.

• Fellowship-trained at Yale School of Medicine in cerebrovascular research
• Awarded Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize by Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Active member of AOSpine and Turkish Spine Association
• Organizes international skull-base anatomy courses

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with over 19 years of experience – Dr. Sari specializes in complex neurosurgical cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital with EANS accreditation
• Contributed to establishing the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol University
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patient consultations
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate – a unique innovation in spine surgery. He performs complex procedures at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• 25+ years of experience in neurology, neurosurgery, and spine surgery
• Member of prestigious societies including AO Spine and Euro Spine
• Recognized with multiple best presentation awards
• Specializes in complex spine conditions and innovative techniques

35+ years performing complex brain and nerve surgeries – Prof. Akalan specializes in epilepsy and pediatric neurosurgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Extensive experience using O-arm Imaging and intraoperative MRI for precision
• Published 117 scientific papers and co-authored a major neurosurgery textbook
• Specializes in epilepsy surgery, glioma treatment, and movement disorders
• Expert in advanced techniques to minimize surgical risks

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guclu has 20+ years in neurosurgery, specializing in spine and functional neurosurgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained at Cleveland Clinic for advanced spine techniques
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Specializes in full-endoscopic spinal operations
• Published 22 international papers on neurosurgical outcomes
• Expert in minimally invasive spine surgeries

Dr. Senturk specializes in neurosurgery with experience at prestigious institutions like Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital and UCSF Spina Center.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Rhode Island Hospital
• Expertise in complex spinal and brain conditions
• Member of Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital's neurosurgery team
• Focused on advanced surgical techniques

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' – Dr. Karacaoglan specializes in natural-looking results at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• 30+ years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Fellowship-trained in breast surgery at Portland's renowned Breast Surgery Center
• Awarded expert status by Turkey's Ministry of Health
• Member of four prestigious international plastic surgery societies

Professor Salih Murat Imer is a Gamma Knife specialist with advanced training in Marseille – performing precise neurosurgical procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 30+ years of neurosurgery experience with Turkish Board certification
• Specialized in minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery from Herne, Germany
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Former professor at Istanbul University's prestigious neurosurgery department

Prof. Akcakaya specializes in minimally invasive brain surgery – trained at Hannover Medical School in advanced stereotactic techniques.

• Over 15 years of neurosurgery experience
• Fellowship-trained in sterotactic and functional neurosurgery
• Board-certified by the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Expert in Gamma Knife procedures and deep brain stimulation
• Academic professor training future neurosurgeons

Dr. Kemal Paksoy specializes in neurosurgery with focus on spinal procedures and neuromodulation, backed by 10+ years at top institutions.

• Worked at Memorial Hospitals Group Spine Center for 6 years
• Academic faculty member at Üsküdar University
• Expert in neuromodulation and algology techniques
• Published in multiple international scientific journals

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures over 19 years – Dr. Olgun specializes in complex spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in scoliosis, canal stenosis, and spinal disorders
• Recognized by the Ministry of Health for contributions
• Active member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons
• Regular participant in international neurosurgery conferences