Best Arteriovenous Malformation Doctors in Istanbul

Specializes in brain tumors and aneurysm surgery – Dr. Karkucak handles complex neurosurgical cases at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Skilled in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques
• Expert in treating pituitary and spinal disorders
• Performs peripheral nerve surgeries

Dr. Ibrahim Akkurt specializes in intricate neurosurgical procedures, including arteriovenous malformation treatments at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in microsurgical techniques for complex cases
• Extensive experience in brain and spine tumor surgeries
• Specializes in spinal canal narrowing and lumbar slipping surgeries

Dr. Keles specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on reducing recovery times.

• Expert in endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery
• Performs surgical treatments for spine fractures
• Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for cervical and lumbar herniations

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga brings 35 years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in complex neurovascular conditions at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Specializes in skull base surgery and neurovascular procedures
• Published in both national and international peer-reviewed journals
• Regular presenter at global neurosurgery conferences
• Trained at Istanbul University Medical School

26 years specializing in neurovascular surgery – Dr. Akin Akakin focuses on complex cerebrovascular conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Expert in far lateral lumbar disc surgery using microsurgical techniques
• Fellowship-trained at Florida University in brain and nerve surgery neuroanatomy
• Published multiple research articles on cerebrovascular diseases internationally
• Performs advanced procedures for aneurysms and vascular brain disorders

Associate Professor Melih Ucer specializes in neurosurgery with advanced training at the University of Wisconsin. He works at Biruni University Hospital, focusing on complex neurological conditions.

• Over 19 years of neurosurgery experience in Turkey and the USA
• Visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin's Neurosurgery Department
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Specializes in both surgical and non-surgical neurological treatments

Dr. Sabri Aydin is a neurosurgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He performs brain and spine surgeries for children and adults, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) and transnasal tumor resections. He treats cerebral aneurysms, moyamoya disease, and arteriovenous malformations.

• Performs fetal surgery for spina bifida and treatments for hydrocephalus.
• Treats brain tumors using craniotomy and CyberKnife radiosurgery.
• Manages spinal disorders including herniated discs and spinal stenosis.
• Works at Estophia Hospital, a facility with nearly 300 patient beds.

Dr. Baskan has 17 years of specialized experience in pediatric neurosurgery at premier Turkish hospitals, now bringing his expertise to Biruni University Hospital.

• Board-certified in neurosurgery with over 17 years of practice
• Focuses on complex congenital conditions like hydrocephalus and spina bifida
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Currently faculty member at Biruni University's neurosurgery department

Dr. Mehmet Ozek brings 45 years of neurosurgical experience, specializing in complex brain and spine conditions at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic.

• Special focus on endoscopic skull base and functional neurosurgery
• Fellowship-trained at Yale University and University of Florida
• Published 47 articles in SCI international journals
• Member of AANS and multiple leading neurosurgical societies

Specialized in brain and surgery at Ankara University – Dr. Ozalp brings focused expertise to arteriovenous malformation cases at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Trained at Insubria University in Italy
• Former lecturer at Mersin University
• Experience at Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital

Dr. Adem Yilmaz is a neurosurgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats brain tumors, cavernomas, and arteriovenous malformations. Dr. Yilmaz performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and transnasal tumor resection. He works at Medistate Hospital, which holds JCI accreditation and treats 200,000 patients annually.

• Performs spinal surgery, including discectomy, laminectomy, and spinal stenosis treatment.
• Conducts intracranial interventions such as brain aneurysm repair and craniotomy.
• Treats children and adults with conditions like craniostenosis and spina bifida.
• Provides online consultations for neurosurgical evaluations.

Over 14 years of neurosurgical experience—Dr. Gokcek specializes in treating complex arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) with micro neurosurgery and endoscopic techniques.

• Successfully treated thousands of patients with brain and spine conditions
• Expert in minimally invasive and percutaneous spine surgeries
• Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Published 17 articles in national and international reviews
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

5,000+ successful neurosurgical procedures with unique techniques – Dr. Aghayev specializes in complex brain and spine conditions at his private practice.

• Over 20 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Developed patented surgical techniques for spine conditions
• Trained at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center in spinal oncology
• Published 50+ scientific papers in neurosurgery