Best Spine cyst Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 49

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar specializes in adult and pediatric brain and spine diseases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed neurosurgery training at Marmara University
• Expert in brain tumors, glial tumors, and meningiomas
• Handles complex spine and brain conditions

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.

Prof. Dr. Arslan specializes in spinal cord surgery and minimally invasive neurosurgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Over 19 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Expert in spinal canal stenosis and disc herniation procedures
• Published research on spinal cord ischemia and neurosurgical outcomes
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Specializes in spinal surgery, including complex spine deformities, at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Over 23 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Expert in minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques
• Published research on spinal surgery outcomes
• Trained at Bakırköy Mazhar Osman Research Hospital

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu specializes in complex spinal surgeries, with extensive research on spinal cord injuries and regeneration. He has performed numerous thoracoscopic spinal surgeries and sacral tumor operations.

• Over 34 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Recipient of multiple prestigious awards for spinal research
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine
• Published 65 international scientific articles
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University

Performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries – Prof. Ceylan specializes in complex neurosurgical procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Head of Neurosurgery Department at Kocaeli University since 1998
• Expert in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery for sellar region pathologies
• Member of World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Skull Base Committee
• Trained in syringomyelia and stereotactic neurosurgery in the UK
• Recipient of 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award

Dr. Kitis specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital, with a focus on spine-related conditions.

• Over 16 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Worked at Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine
• Research background in brain and nerve surgery

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci has over 39 years of experience of neurosurgery experience, specializing in complex spine conditions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 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
• Specializes in microsurgery, endoscopic surgery, and advanced techniques like neuromonitorization

Associate Professor in neurosurgery with 22 years of experience of experience – Dr. Sari specializes in complex spinal conditions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Participated in EANS accreditation during specialization
• Academic lecturer at Medipol and Eurasia Universities
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patients

Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate – a testament to his innovative approach in spine surgery.

• 17 years of experience of experience in neurology, neurosurgery, and spine surgery
• Member of multiple prestigious societies including AO Spine and Euro Spine
• Received best presentation awards from 2013 to 2016
• Associate Professor since 2015

Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a top plastic surgeon in Turkey with over 33 years of experience of experience, known for natural-looking results in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries.

• Named 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeon' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle
• Awarded 'cosmetic surgery expert' by Turkey's Ministry of Health
• Member of four prestigious plastic surgery societies
• Trained at Hacettepe and Erciyes Universities
• Completed fellowships in Istanbul and Oregon

Specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spine conditions – trained at the University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic.

• Expert in minimally invasive spine procedures
• Published research on percutaneous direct pars repair
• Works at Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Professor Salih Murat Imer brings over 41 years of experience of neurosurgical expertise to spine cyst treatment at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in functional neurosurgery with international fellowships
• Specialized in minimally invasive endoscopic spine techniques
• Published 68 articles and 9 book chapters on neurosurgery
• Former professor at Istanbul University's neurosurgery department

Dr. Akin Akakin specializes in far lateral lumbar disc surgery – a precise microsurgical approach to spinal conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• 26 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Fellowship-trained in neuroanatomy at Florida University
• Expert in minimally invasive spine techniques
• Published multiple research articles internationally

Dr. Baran Yil trained at Yale School of Medicine in cerebrovascular research and is recognized for his expertise in spine conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spine procedures
• Member of Turkish Spine Association and AOSpine
• Awarded 'Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize'
• Organized multiple skull-base anatomy and neurosurgery courses

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.

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. Kapici brings 30 years of experience as Chief Assistant at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital's Neurosurgery Clinic, specializing in spine conditions.

• Lecturer and Head of Neurosurgery at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in spine surgery and microsurgery techniques
• Member of Spine Society of Europe and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Over 30 years of experience of neurosurgical experience across military and civilian hospitals