Page 5 - Best neurosurgeons in Istanbul: TOP 109 doctors

Specializes in post-surgical rehabilitation for neurosurgery patients – helping restore mobility and reduce pain after complex procedures.

• Focuses on neurological rehabilitation for stroke and multiple sclerosis
• Trained in musculoskeletal rehabilitation for back and joint pain
• Combines evidence-based practices with personalized therapy plans
• Works at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ in Turkey

30+ years specializing in neurosurgery – Dr. Kahraman leads the Neurosurgery Department at Liv Hospital Ulus with expertise in minimally invasive techniques.

• Expert in spinal endoscopic surgery trained at The Free University of Berlin
• Active member of Eurospine and The Turkish Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
• Former Associate Professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Heads Neurosurgery Department at a leading medical center

Specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's and movement disorders – Dr. Karatay combines neurosurgical precision with advanced techniques at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Performs complex brain and spinal cord tumor surgeries for adults and children
• Expert in pediatric neurosurgery including hydrocephalus and craniosynostosis
• Skilled in minimally invasive spine procedures like vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty
• Member of leading neurosurgical associations

Specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease, offering advanced functional neurosurgery at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Over 15 years of experience in brain and nerve surgery
• Published 18 articles in international journals on neurosurgical techniques
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Expert in spinal degenerative diseases and tumor surgeries
• Trained at top institutions like Istanbul University and Trakya University

A specialist in neuromodulation treatments, Dr. Kilic balances clinical expertise with research at Istinye University.

• Focuses on deep brain stimulation and nerve stimulation techniques
• Skilled in both surgical and non-surgical spinal treatments
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Residency at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Research and Training Hospital

Dr. Jumana Baryhe is distinguished in her field with a wide spectrum of operations, including neurosurgical procedures, at Aesthetical Clinic.

• Specializes in both cosmetic and neurosurgical interventions
• Known for exceptional patient care and positive outcomes
• Works at Aesthetical Clinic, a renowned medical facility

My 34 years of medicine – which is more than half my life… After thousands of surgeries, the excitement and sense of responsibility of the first day still outweigh it. My father was a doctor, a neurologist too. I would always give the same response to those asking what I would be in elementary and secondary school: Neurosurgeon. When I started my neurosurgery residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital in 1992, my childhood goal was fulfilled. Two points have always stood out from the others throughout my medical career: 1. Don’t harm anyone. 2. The most important relationship between the doctor and patient is the relationship of trust. In line with the principle of “first do no harm” in Turkish with “primum non nocere” in Latin, I have always preferred to perform secured surgeries under the microscope from smaller incisions. I didn’t perform any surgery that I wasn’t sure the patient would benefit from. So I’ve always been in a position to convince myself first of the need for surgery. Then I convince my patient. I kept in mind that the most important relationship between surgeon and patient is the relationship of trust. How can a person entrust his life to someone he saw 15 minutes ago without a relationship of trust? I cared about this relationship lasting post-surgery and even for life. I’ve had the first walks of my patients that I’ve operated in 28 years. Sometimes even after midnight many times… I’ve always cared about some patients’ feeling of their need to see their physician even at 03.00 o’clock midnight. I don’t mind giving all my patients my cell phone number. I would want my physician to be available at any time as needed. That’s what I do for my patients. In these lines, I felt the need to describe my view of medicine. Anyone who wonders anyway can reach my resume and my publications.

Over 5,000 successful surgeries – Dr. Aghayev pioneered unique techniques like the PURED method for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and holds multiple US patents for spinal surgery innovations.

• 20+ years of specialized neurosurgery experience
• Specializes in complex brain and spine conditions including tumors and failed back surgeries
• Fellowship-trained in spinal oncology at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
• Published 50+ scientific papers advancing neurosurgical techniques

Education

University of Wisconsin Clinic of Neurosurgery (2017, Madison/USA)
Bakırköy Psychiatric Hospital (2014, Istanbul/Turkey)
Mersin University Faculty of Medicine (2007, Mersin/Turkey)

Experience

Istanbul Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital (2014-2021, Istanbul/Turkey)
Istanbul Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital (2008-2014, Istanbul/Turkey)
Çorlu State Hospital (2007-2008, Çorlu/Turkey)

• In 2014, I completed my specialty training in the Department of Neurosurgery at Istanbul Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Training and Research Hospital and started to work as a specialist in Neurosurgery at Istanbul Health Sciences University Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital,
• In 2017, I was a visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery/ Madison USA.
• In 2021, I received the title of associate professor.
• In December 2021, I left Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital, where I worked for 7.5 years, and started working at Biruni University Hospital.
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Scientific Memeberships

Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Turkish Spine Society
EUROSPINE
Turkish Medical Association

Prof. Dr. Selami Sozubir has authored 65 scientific publications with over 11,000 reads, making significant contributions to pediatric surgery and urology.

• Specializes in pediatric genitourinary reconstructive surgery and congenital abnormalities
• Trained at UT Southwestern Medical Center Pediatric Urology in Dallas
• Recipient of multiple awards for clinical studies and research
• Over 20 years of experience in pediatric surgery and urology

Specializes in neuro-oncological surgery and Gamma Knife treatments – Dr. Cal leads advanced brain tumor care at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Fellowship-trained in functional neurosurgery and algology
• Published research on tumor markers and recurrence patterns
• Expert in spinal and pediatric neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Specializes in complex neurosurgical procedures for both adults and children at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul – including brain tumors and deep brain stimulation.

• Expert in pediatric neurosurgery, treating conditions like hydrocephalus and craniosynostosis
• Performs advanced spine surgeries including stabilization and fracture treatments
• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital, a leading neurosurgery center
• Associate Professor with extensive experience in aneurysm and AVM surgeries

Dr. Baskan specializes in pediatric neurosurgery with 9+ years of dedicated practice, focusing on complex spinal and neurooncological cases at Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed advanced neurosurgery training at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Faculty member at Biruni University's neurosurgery department
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Expert in treating spina bifida and congenital spinal anomalies

Dr. Canbolat specializes in complex neurovascular and skull base surgeries at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques.

• Expert in neuro-oncological and spinal oncological surgeries
• Published multiple research papers on spinal cord injuries
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University's leading neurosurgery program
• Handles both adult and pediatric neurosurgical cases