Best Spinal stenosis Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 54

900+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Pinar specializes in adult and pediatric brain and spine conditions at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 7 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Handles complex spinal cases including stenosis and degenerative conditions
• Works with both adult and pediatric patients

Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in functional neurosurgery and deep brain stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders. Dr. Kaya previously led a Parkinson’s disease research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University. He earned the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.

• Performs complex brain tumor removals and skull base surgeries.
• Treats spinal conditions including tumors, stenosis, and herniated discs.
• Completed specialized observerships in cellular neuroscience at Maastricht University.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures over 19 years of experience – Melih Uc specializes in complex spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques
• Trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
• Published research on innovative pars repair methods
• Special focus on spinal stenosis and herniated discs

Prof. Dr. Erhan Arslan specializes in spinal canal stenosis surgery, with over 19 years of experience of neurosurgical experience at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgery techniques
• Published multiple studies on spinal cord conditions
• Fellowship-trained at Helsinki University Central Hospital
• Professor of neurosurgery with academic leadership roles
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Prof. Kocabicak is an internationally recognized leader in neurosurgery, with deep expertise in complex spine and functional neurosurgery at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience specializing in spinal stenosis and degenerative spine conditions
• Published 46+ international research papers on neurosurgical techniques
• Holds leadership roles in multiple international neurosurgical associations
• Trained at prestigious Maastricht University in advanced neurosurgical methods

Expert in spinal stenosis with extensive experience – Assoc Prof Dogan Gucluhan Guclu specializes in complex spine surgeries at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Over 23 years of experience of neurosurgical practice
• Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for spinal conditions
• Published research on spinal surgery outcomes
• Specializes in both adult and pediatric spinal deformities

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu has dedicated his career to spinal surgery, with groundbreaking research on spinal cord injuries and regeneration. He brings decades of expertise to complex spinal cases.

• Specializes in spinal deformities like scoliosis and kyphosis
• Pioneered research on stem cell therapy for spinal injuries
• Recipient of multiple prestigious awards for spinal research
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine international societies
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University

Prof. Ceylan has performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries, including complex spinal procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in neurosurgery with extensive experience in endoscopic techniques
• Professor and head of neurosurgery at Kocaeli University since 1998
• Member of international neurosurgical societies including AANS and WFNS
• Trained in the UK under renowned neurosurgeons Bernard Williams and Edward Hitchcock

Neurosurgery specialist with over a decade of experience, currently practicing at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specializes in spinal conditions with over 16 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Trained at Bezmialem University and Istanbul University
• Works in one of Istanbul's leading hospitals

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci specializes in advanced spinal stenosis treatments at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, combining microsurgery and endoscopic techniques for optimal outcomes.

• Trained in micro neurosurgery at Zurich University under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil
• Enhanced expertise in neurooncology and vascular neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University
• Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey
• Member of the Executive Committee of the European Skull Base Society
• Published over 110 scientific papers in international journals

Dr. Sari specializes in spinal stenosis treatments using advanced microsurgery and endoscopic techniques assisted by O-arm CT neuronavigation.

• Over 22 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Associate Professor in Neurosurgery since 2021
• Skilled in neuromonitorization and neuronavigation
• Practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Gürhan Adam specializes in interventional radiology with dual fellowships from Ege and Uludag Universities.

• 21 years of experience of experience in interventional radiology
• Member of Turkish Radiology Society and Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society
• Performed procedures at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a top plastic surgeon in Turkey with 33 years of experience of expertise in reconstructive procedures.

• Recognized as one of the 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle
• Awarded 'cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery expert' by the Ministry of Health of Turkey
• Member of multiple prestigious societies including the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Fellowship-trained at Breast Surgery Center in Portland, Oregon, USA

Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman has 17 years of experience of expertise in spine surgery, with multiple awards and a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate.

• Holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate – a unique contribution to spine surgery
• Multiple best presentation awards between 2013 and 2016
• Member of prestigious societies including Euro Spine and AO Spine
• Associate Professor with extensive research and clinical experience

Prof. Salih Murat Imer brings over 41 years of experience of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in spinal conditions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in advanced spine techniques like full-endoscopic surgery in Germany
• Holds European Board certification and multiple international fellowships
• Published 68 articles on neurosurgical topics
• Performed complex spinal surgeries using Gamma Knife technology
• Former professor and department head at Istanbul University

Dr. Akin Akakin specializes in far lateral lumbar disc surgery – a precise technique for spinal stenosis – at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• 26 years of experience of neurosurgery experience with a focus on complex spinal cases
• Fellowship-trained in neuroanatomy at Florida University
• Published multiple research articles in international journals
• Performs lateral microsurgical approach for minimally invasive disc surgery

Dr. Baran Yil brings specialized expertise from Yale School of Medicine's neurosurgery program, focusing on spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained under Prof. Dr. Türker Kılıç at Marmara University
• Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale School of Medicine
• Awarded Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize by Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Active member of Turkish Spine Association and AOSpine
• Organized multiple neurosurgery and skull-base anatomy courses

Over 30 years of experience of neurosurgery experience – Dr. Kapici specializes in spinal stenosis at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• 30 years of experience as Chief Assistant at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Head of Neurosurgery Department at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Spine Society of Europe and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Trained in microsurgery and advanced spine techniques