Best Craniotomy doctors in Istanbul: TOP 37 doctors

Specializes in brain tumors and complex neurosurgical cases, with hands-on experience from Marmara University's Department of Neurosurgery. Now treats both adults and children at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expertise in glial tumors, meningiomas, and brain metastases
• Skilled in handling cerebral hemorrhages and vascular anomalies
• Trained in advanced neurosurgical techniques at Marmara University
• Active in managing both adult and pediatric cases

Dr. Solak specializes in complex cancer cases, trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Expertise in breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Fellowship at one of the world's top cancer centers
• Residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital

Professor Onur Yaman leads the Middle East Spine Society and specializes in neurosurgery at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Over 15 years of neurosurgical experience
• Associate professor since 2015, full professor since 2021
• Extensive work in spine centers at top Turkish hospitals
• Active in multiple professional neurosurgery associations
• Instructor at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, with a focus on advanced techniques like MR Guided Focused Ultrasound and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

• Board member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society's Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Section
• Completed a Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship at Maastricht University
• Member of the World Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Society
• Published 32 international papers and 12 book chapters

Dr. Boztepe specializes in neurosurgery with extensive training in cerebrovascular and spinal procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Over 30 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Trained at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Attended specialized courses in cerebrovascular and spinal surgery

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu specializes in complex cranial surgeries, including brain tumors and cerebral hemorrhages, with decades of experience at top institutions.

• Over 30 years in neurosurgery, focusing on cranial and spinal procedures
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University – a leading academic hospital
• Published 100+ scientific articles and edited 7 books on neurosurgery
• Recipient of multiple awards for spinal cord injury research
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine – international neurosurgery societies

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil – a pioneer in neurosurgery – and specializes in complex brain procedures at Estexper Clinic.

• Completed fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Yeditepe University
• Former faculty member at Haliç University's Department of Neurosurgery

Dr. Tokmak specializes in neurology, with advanced training in electrophysiology. She works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, focusing on complex neurological conditions.

• Master's degree in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University
• Extensive studies on EMG, EEG, and PSG
• Specializes in headache and vertigo management
• Practiced at multiple leading hospitals in Turkey

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci trained under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil in Zurich, focusing on micro neurosurgery. He currently leads neurosurgical procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 30+ years of experience in neurosurgery
• Specializes in brain tumors, vascular diseases, and endoscopic skull base surgery
• Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey
• Member of the European Skull Base Society Executive Committee
• Published 110+ scientific papers in international journals

Professor Akalan has over 35 years of experience in neurosurgery, specializing in epilepsy operations and complex brain conditions at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Expert in advanced techniques like O-arm Imaging and iMRI for safer neurosurgeries
• Published 117 scientific papers and co-authored a key neurosurgery textbook
• Specializes in pediatric epilepsy cases and movement disorders

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with 19+ years of experience – specializes in craniotomies at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Contributed to establishing neurosurgery departments at Medipol and Gaziosmanpaşa universities
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patients

Dr. Yil trained at Yale School of Medicine in cerebrovascular research – one of few Turkish neurosurgeons with this elite fellowship.

• Specializes in complex neurosurgery cases
• Awarded the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Prize
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery and Spine Associations
• Organizes advanced skull-base anatomy courses

Prof. Imer has over 30 years of neurosurgery experience, specializing in complex cranial procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with extensive training in functional and stereotactic techniques
• Advanced expertise in Leksell Gamma Knife radiosurgery for brain conditions
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Trained under renowned neurosurgeons in Finland and France

Dr. Avci trained in Fundamental Neuroscience and Neuroimaging at Johns Hopkins University – a leader in neurosurgical education.

• Specialized in Brain and Nerve Surgery with certification from Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• Worked in neurosurgery clinics across Germany, the Netherlands, and Slovenia
• Published in multiple international scientific journals
• Currently serves on academic staff at Üsküdar University

Dr. Gunaldi specializes in endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery, recognized among the best in his field. He works at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital.

• Expert in neuro-oncological surgery with extensive experience
• Associate professor since 2016, showcasing academic excellence
• Passionate about advancing neurosurgery techniques and patient care

Dr. Kemal Paksoy specializes in neurosurgery at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, focusing on advanced procedures like craniotomy.

• Graduated from Karadeniz Technical University in 2007
• Completed neurosurgery specialty training at Ondokuz Mayıs University
• Worked at Memorial Hospitals Group Spine Center for 6 years
• Member of the academic staff at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine
• Published in numerous international and national scientific journals

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga brings 30+ years of neurosurgery expertise, specializing in complex brain and spine procedures at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Specializes in skull base surgery – handles delicate brain areas
• Published research in international neurosurgery journals
• Professor at NP Istanbul – trains next-generation neurosurgeons
• Trained at Istanbul University Medical School

Trained at Johns Hopkins and Toronto Western Hospital – two of the world's leading neurosurgery centers. Experience spans over 30 years in complex neurological procedures.

• Specializes in functional neurosurgery with international training
• Has worked at top medical institutions across Turkey and North America
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies