Herniated disk Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Op. Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgeon. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020 and became a specialist in neurosurgery.

His clinical focus is spine and spinal cord disorders. He completed an observership in the Complex Spinal Surgery Department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgical center in the United Kingdom.

He completed mandatory service in Mardin. He also worked at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has been a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital. He provides care for brain, spine, and peripheral nerve disorders.

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

1,100+ spinal treatments performed – Dr. Boztepe brings 37 years of experience of specialized neurosurgery experience to Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in cervical disc herniation and spinal surgery
• Trained at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Completed advanced courses in peripheral nerve surgery
• Practiced at multiple leading Turkish hospitals

Prof. Kaptanoglu specializes in complex spinal surgeries, including herniated disk procedures, with over 34 years of experience of neurosurgical experience.

• Expert in minimally invasive spinal techniques
• Trained at University of Toronto in spinal cord regeneration
• Recipient of multiple prestigious neurosurgery research awards
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Published 100+ scientific articles on spinal conditions

Prof. Dr. Deniz Konya specializes in spine surgery at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex, with a Harvard fellowship in spine surgery.

• Over 76 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in waist and neck hernia treatments
• Member of multiple international spine societies
• Published 47 peer-reviewed articles in spine research

Dr. Kaner has specialized in spinal surgery at elite institutions like UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center. He focuses exclusively on complex spinal conditions.

• Over 37 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Trained in advanced spine surgery techniques at UCLA
• Active member of Scoliosis Research Society and AO Spine International
• Associate Professor with visiting faculty role at Virginia University

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in herniated disk treatments at Atlas University Hospital, with advanced training in spinal surgery techniques.

• 14 years of experience of experience in brain and neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and The European Association of Neurosurgical Society
• Published multiple case reports on spinal and brain conditions
• Participated in advanced spinal surgery courses

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.

Dr. Soltanzadeh brings 28 years of experience of specialized expertise in pain management and critical care, addressing herniated disk cases with precision at Istanbul Okan University Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in cardiac anesthesia and pain management
• Active member of international anesthesiology and medical societies
• Specializes in ozone therapy and innovative pain relief techniques
• Fluent in multiple languages for diverse patient communication

Dr. Kenan Kibici specializes in neurosurgery with expertise in minimally invasive techniques for herniated disks at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Extensive experience in spine surgery with focus on lumbar discectomy
• Member of Spine Society of Europa and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Published multiple research papers on spinal conditions and treatments
• Lectures neurosurgery at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine

Specializes in endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery – a minimally invasive approach with faster recovery times.

• Expert in surgical treatment for spine fractures
• Performs minimally invasive surgery for cervical and lumbar herniations
• Works at BAH International, a leading spine treatment center

Specializes in microsurgical techniques for lumbar and cervical disc herniation – a precise approach to spine care at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in scoliosis surgery and spine fracture treatments
• Handles complex spine tumors and spinal canal narrowing
• Performs lumbar slipping surgery with specialized techniques

Specializes in spine surgery, including herniated disks, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in waist, neck, and back hernias
• Performs minimally invasive spine procedures
• Treats spinal fractures and tumors

34 years of experience of neurosurgery experience – Dr. Gogusgeren performs secured surgeries under the microscope at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques
• Has performed over 900 neurosurgical treatments
• Rated 4.1 by patients for care and outcomes
• Believes strongly in the doctor-patient relationship of trust

Associate professor with US fellowship training in neurosurgery – Dr. Ucer specializes in herniated disk treatments at Biruni University Hospital.

• 19 years of experience of neurosurgery experience across major Turkish hospitals
• Trained at University of Wisconsin – a leader in spine surgery
• Active member of EUROSPINE and Turkish Spine Society
• Performs both conservative and surgical treatments

Dr. Kamran Aghayev has performed over 5,000 successful surgeries, with multiple US patents for spinal surgery innovations.

• Specializes in herniated disc treatment among other spine and brain conditions
• Developed unique surgical techniques like the PURED method for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
• Associate Professor of Neurosurgery with extensive academic contributions
• Fellowship-trained in spinal oncology at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
• Authored over 50 scientific papers and book chapters in neurosurgery

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery with 32 publications and extensive training in advanced techniques.

• Completed neurosurgery residency at Gazi University
• Trained in microneurosurgery and interventional neuroradiology in Zurich
• Visiting scientist at Maastricht University Neurosurgery Department
• Expert in Gamma Knife Radiosurgery and deep brain stimulation
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Prof. Dr. Cem Dinç is a neurosurgeon who specializes in brain tumors, cerebrovascular disease, hydrocephalus, and spine disorders. He has expertise in skull base and vascular neurosurgery. He also treats spinal cord and spine tumors, traumatic spine disorders, disc herniation, spondylolisthesis, and spinal canal stenosis.

He has worked at Medipol University Hospital since 2018. He was appointed Professor of Neurosurgery in 2020. In 2016–2017, he worked at the University of Wisconsin, USA. His focus there was skull base and vascular neurosurgery. He has more than 50 scientific publications.

Areas of Expertise

Stroke Rehabilitation

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Orthopedic Rehabilitation

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Pediatric Rehabilitation

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Osteoarthritis (Calcification)

Osteoporosis (Bone Resorption)

Fibromyalgia

Medicine

Education

Faculty of Medicine

Specialization: Ankara Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor: 12.10.2015

Publications

Erkin Gülten, Elhan Atilla H, Aybay Canan, Şirzai Hülya, Özel Sumru (2007) Validity and reliability of the Turkish translation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI). Disability and Rehabilitation