Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Specializing in complex neurosurgical procedures, Dr. Bekir Tugcu has performed deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery for patients at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Over 33 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Expert in functional neurosurgery for Parkinson's and epilepsy
• Trained at Istanbul University – a leading medical faculty in Turkey
• Chief of Neurosurgery at a major mental health and nervous diseases hospital

Prof. Ibrahim Bayar Cinar brings cardiovascular surgery expertise from prestigious institutions like University of Ottawa Heart Center.

• Trained at Siyami Ersek Heart Center and University of Ottawa
• Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Altınbaş University
• Member of European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
• Over 38 years of experience of experience in cardiovascular procedures

Prof. Kaptanoglu specializes in deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease, with extensive experience in complex neurosurgical procedures at top institutions.

• Over 34 years of experience of neurosurgical experience, including spinal and cranial surgeries
• Published 100+ scientific articles and edited 7 books on neurosurgery
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Recipient of multiple prestigious awards for spinal cord injury research
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine societies

Prof. Halil Can specializes in functional neurosurgery, including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Extensive experience in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
• Published research on neuromodulation and pain management
• Associate Professor title awarded in 2020
• Performs endoscopic and microsurgical spinal procedures

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in functional neurosurgery at Atlas University Hospital, with training from Dokuz Eylül University and European neurosurgical courses.

• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on neurosurgical techniques
• Participated in advanced spinal surgery and head injury courses
• Presented at the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Congress

Specializes in brain and spine surgeries, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expertise in brain tumors and aneurysm surgery
• Skilled in pituitary and peripheral nerve surgeries
• Experienced in treating spinal fractures and hernias

Specializing in neuromodulation treatments like deep brain stimulation, Dr. Kilic combines clinical expertise with research and teaching at Istinye University.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with extensive training in neurosurgery
• Specializes in multiple neuromodulation techniques beyond DBS
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Provides comprehensive pre- and post-surgical care for neurological conditions

Associate Professor of Neurology with a focus on Parkinson's and movement disorders. Dr. Buşe Çağla Arı practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Specializes in botulinum toxin injections for movement disorders
• Assistant Professor at Bahçeşehir University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Erenköy Mental Health and Neurology Training and Research Hospital

Professor of Neurology specializing in demyelinating processes and Parkinson's disease. Works at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery
• Expertise in treating movement disorders
• Focuses on advanced neurological conditions

Associate professor Melih Ucer specializes in deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery, trained at the University of Wisconsin's neurosurgery clinic.

• 19 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Visiting scholar at University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Works at Biruni University Hospital

Dr. Ozkardes brings 34 years of experience of neurology expertise, with specialized training in movement disorders at GATA Faculty of Medicine.

• Served as Neurology Specialist at Şişli Memorial Hospital for 34 years of experience
• Completed rigorous neurological training at GATA, Turkey's leading military medical academy
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and DGCA Health Board
• Background includes both military and civilian hospital leadership roles

Dr Mehmet Tonge specializes in DBS surgery with 32 publications and 41 invited lectures in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.

• Completed a Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship at Maastricht University
• Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University specializing in Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery
• Extensive experience with Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Areas of Expertise

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Neurological Rehabilitation

Pediatric Rehabilitation

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Osteoporosis (Bone Resorption)

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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

Specializes in pediatric neurosurgery – nine years focused on children's brain and spine conditions at leading Turkish hospitals.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Izmir Tepecik Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society pediatric group
• Faculty member at Biruni University's neurosurgery department
• Experienced in neuro-oncology and congenital spine anomalies

Tahsin Ali Zirh trained at Johns Hopkins and Toronto Western Hospital, specializing in deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery.

• Over 36 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Founding member of Medipol Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Center
• Research fellow at Toronto Western Hospital
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies