Best Spine cyst doctors in Istanbul: TOP 48 doctors

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

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Turkey. He earned his MD from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (English program). He completed his neurosurgery residency there from 1996 to 2003. He became a professor in 2015. He also completed observerships at Maastricht University in 2007 and 2009.

His clinical focus includes functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. He also treats spinal tumors and spinal stenosis and performs spinal instrumentation. He manages skull base and brain tumors. He performs vascular surgery of the central nervous system.

Achievements include leading a Parkinson’s research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University (BAP, Project No. T.597, 2008). He supervised a neurosurgery thesis in 2008. His awards include third place at the 2nd National Congress of the Society of Neurosurgery in 2006, the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Overseas Scholarship in 2008, and the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award in 2009. Several of his papers ranked at the 22nd and 23rd Turkish Neurosurgical Society Scientific Congresses in 2008 and 2009. He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association.

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

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

Specialized in spinal conditions with over 37 years of experience of experience – Dr. Boztepe focuses on precise treatment for spine cysts at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Extensive training in spinal surgery and peripheral nerve procedures
• Attended specialized courses on cerebrovascular surgery and head traumas
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Focused on minimally invasive techniques for better recovery

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

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, and specializes in spine conditions at Estexper Clinic.

• Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Yeditepe University
• Member of the Turkish Spine Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Extensive experience in neurosurgery at top Turkish hospitals
• Specializes in complex spine conditions and neurovascular cases

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

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

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

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

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

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. Idris Avci specializes in spine cyst treatments at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, with training from Johns Hopkins University in Fundamental Neuroscience and Neuroimaging.

• Board-certified in Brain and Nerve Surgery with extensive training
• Completed Health Tourism Certification for international patient care
• Works as an academic staff member at Üsküdar University
• Certified as a football physician by FIFA

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon. She trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She earned her MD in 1984 after study from 1978 to 1984. She completed neurosurgery training from 1986 to 1993. Her 1993 dissertation examined “Fetal Hypophysis Transplantation Under the Renal Capsule in Rats.”

She completed advanced courses in endoscopic pituitary surgery (2005, 2007, 2008) and endoscopic lumbar disc surgery (2007). She also trained in molecular genetics for clinicians (2003) and CME with the World Federation of Neurology (2002). She studied epilepsy surgery focused on insular–hippocampal anatomy (1999) and thoracolumbar trauma (1998). She attended the EANS European Neurosurgery Course (1988). Her clinical training includes observerships at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades and Hôpital Lariboisière in 1991. She completed an internship there in 1999.

Specializes in spinal conditions with experience at Memorial Hospitals Group Spine Center. Now serving at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• 19 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in neuromodulation and algology
• Member of academic staff at Üsküdar University
• Published in international and national journals