Best Brain Tumor Doctors in Istanbul

Prof. Dr. Salih Murat Imer specializes in advanced neurosurgery with extensive training in Leksell Gamma Knife techniques.

• Over 41 years of neurosurgical experience, including leadership roles at top hospitals
• Expert in vestibular schwannomas and skull base surgery
• Certified in full-endoscopic spine surgery from Herne, Germany
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Founder of the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital

Dr. Baran Yil completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale School of Medicine and has performed 1,100+ brain tumor treatments.

• 21 years of neurosurgery experience
• Trained under Prof. Dr. Türker KILIÇ at Marmara University
• Awarded Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize in 2017
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery and Spine Associations
• Specializes in skull-base and cerebrovascular procedures

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specializes in brain tumor removal and pituitary adenoma surgery. Dr. Gazioglu completed the EANS European Neurosurgery Course. This is a top-tier training standard for surgeons in Europe. She also trained at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades in France.

• Expertise in endoscopic pituitary surgery and endoscopic lumbar disc procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Moya-moya disease and arteriovenous malformations.
• Performs brain aneurysm repairs and brain tumor embolization.
• Studied epilepsy surgery and insular–hippocampal anatomy at Istanbul University.

Over 30 years of neurosurgery experience – Dr. Kapici specializes in complex brain tumor cases at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Head of Neurosurgery Department at Altınbaş University
• Trained in microsurgery at GATA Military Medical Faculty
• Member of Spine Society of Europe
• Teaches neurosurgery at Altınbaş University

Dr. Gunaldi specializes in endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery, performing precise brain tumor operations at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Neurosurgery specialist with years of dedicated practice
• Expert in neuro-oncological surgery techniques
• Former associate professor at a leading research hospital
• Authored multiple children's tales, reflecting a holistic approach to patient care

Specializes in brain tumor surgery with extensive neurosurgical training. Dr. Boztepe brings decades of experience to complex cases.

• Trained at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Completed specialized courses in cerebrovascular and functional neurosurgery
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Experience across multiple hospitals including Hospitalpark Darıca

Dr. Mehmet Hakan Şahin is a neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital (as of 2026). He specializes in neuro-oncological and neurovascular surgery. He also performs skull base, complex cranial, and spine surgery. He was an Assistant Professor at Atatürk University (2019–2024). He served at UW Health (2024–2025).

He has 29 international peer-reviewed papers and 11 national papers. He has written 5 textbook chapters. He has given 7 oral presentations, including at AANS 2025 and a 2024 panel on supratotal glioma resection. His honors include the 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Young Neurosurgeon Incentive Award (Second Prize) and 1st Prize at the 1st Yaşargil Microneurosurgery Academy. He holds the Turkish Neurosurgery Qualification Certificate (2023). He has been a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association since 2017 (No. 1620).

Dr. Halil Can is a Professor of Neurosurgery at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in endoscopic and microsurgical spine surgery for tumors and degenerative diseases. Dr. Can is an author of 21 international peer-reviewed publications. He performs complex procedures including endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery.

• Conducted Phase I safety trials for stem-cell treatments in spinal cord injuries.
• Reported on surgical outcomes for 81 posterior circulation aneurysm cases.
• Expert in advanced pain management like intradiscal ozone therapy and laser nucleoplasty.
• Performs functional neurosurgery including Parkinson's surgery and spinal cord stimulator implantation.

Ali Osman Mucuoglu is a trained neurosurgeon specializing in brain and neurosurgery, with a background from Dokuz Eylül University and Atlas University Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports, including on minimally invasive brain surgery techniques
• Participated in advanced neurosurgical training courses, including functional neurosurgery
• Experienced in both emergency and planned neurosurgical interventions

Prof. Dr. Sabri Aydin is a neurosurgeon. He specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery and spine surgery. He provides patient-focused care for movement disorders, spasticity, and complex cases. He has extensive experience in Türkiye and the USA.

He chaired the Department of Neurosurgery at Biruni University (2021–2024). He worked as a functional neurosurgeon at Neurospinal Hospital, Dubai (2019–2020). He held attending posts at Istanbul University–Cerrahpasa and VKV American Hospital. He has run a private clinic in Istanbul since 2020.

He has many SCI/SCI‑E indexed papers and book chapters on spasticity, neuromodulation, and pain. He has given numerous congress presentations and invited lectures. His training includes an MD from Istanbul University and a neurosurgery residency at Cerrahpasa. He completed a stereotactic and functional neurosurgery fellowship at Ankara University, an observer/fellow term at OHSU, and the CNS George Ablin International Fellowship at UIC.

Dr. Kaner brings over 37 years of neurosurgical expertise, including specialized training at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center.

• Fellowship-trained in spinal surgery at UCLA
• Associate Professor with academic roles at Istanbul Medeniyet University
• Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical societies including AO Spine International
• Extensive experience in both brain and spinal neurosurgery

Specializes in minimally invasive spine and brain tumor surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

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

Specializes in microsurgical treatment for brain and spine tumors at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for complex cases
• Focuses on preserving neurological function during surgery
• Handles both primary tumors and metastatic cases

Specialized in brain tumors and aneurysm surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, Dr. Karkucak brings focused expertise to complex cases.

• Performs pituitary and spine surgeries alongside brain tumor treatments
• Skilled in peripheral nerve surgery for comprehensive care
• Handles spinal fractures and tumors with neurosurgical precision

Dr. Kenan Kibici specializes in brain tumor surgeries at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital, bringing years of neurosurgical expertise.

• Graduated from GATA School of Military Medicine
• Specialized in neurosurgery at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Spine Society of Europa
• Published multiple research papers on neurosurgery and traumatic brain injuries
• Lectures neurosurgery at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Nejat Akalan heads the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in epilepsy surgery and neuro-oncology for both children and adults. Dr. Akalan uses intraoperative MRI and the O-arm system to improve surgical accuracy. He has published over 110 scientific papers and co-authored a neurosurgery textbook.

• Performs brain tumor removals using minimally invasive techniques to speed recovery.
• Treats complex conditions like glioblastoma, glioma, and pituitary adenoma.
• Specializes in surgical treatment for epilepsy and movement disorders.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving over 1,200 patients daily.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga has over 35 years of experience in neurosurgery, specializing in complex brain tumor cases at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Expert in skull base surgery and neuro-oncology
• Published in international peer-reviewed journals
• Presented research at global neurosurgery conferences
• Professor at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital
• Trained at Istanbul University Medical School

26 years of experience in neurosurgery – Dr. Akakin specializes in complex brain and nerve conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Expert in far lateral lumbar disc surgery using lateral microsurgical approach
• Specializes in neurovascular surgery and cerebrovascular diseases
• Completed doctorate program at Florida University Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy
• Published multiple articles in international conferences and journals