Best Excision of skull base tumor doctors in Istanbul: TOP 15 doctors

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar specializes in skull base tumors at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, bringing targeted expertise to complex neurosurgical cases.

• Focuses on adult and pediatric brain tumors including glial tumors and meningiomas
• Trained in neurosurgery at Marmara University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Manages all skull base tumor types from pituitary adenomas to posterior fossa masses

Dr. Mustafa Solak specializes in complex head and neck cancer cases, with extensive experience at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Minor specialization in oncology at Hacettepe University
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
• Deals with various cancers including head and neck cancers

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga has over 30 years of neurosurgery experience, specializing in skull base surgery at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Professor at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital – a leading neurosurgical center
• Published in international and national peer-reviewed journals
• Presented scientific papers at global conferences
• Graduated from Istanbul University Medical School
• Completed post-graduation in neurosurgery at IU Istanbul Medical School

Over 5,600 endoscopic surgeries performed – Prof. Ceylan specializes in complex skull base tumors at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in pituitary adenomas with 4,384 cases treated
• Pioneer in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery techniques
• Head of Neurosurgery Department at Kocaeli University
• Member of WFNS Skull Base Committee
• Recipient of 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil – a pioneer in skull base surgery – and brings deep expertise to complex cases at Estexper Clinic.

• Specialized in skull base tumors through advanced fellowships
• Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine for precision treatments
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society's Neurooncology Group
• Performs microsurgical techniques for tumor removal with nerve preservation
• Affiliated with European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Dr. Ceylan Sengul specializes in child development and mental health at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in developmental problems and learning difficulties
• Specializes in treating depression and social phobia in children
• Focused on addressing trauma and family-related issues
• Offers support for sibling rivalry and self-confidence issues

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with extensive academic and clinical experience – Dr. Sari specializes in complex skull base tumor excisions at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 19 years of neurosurgical practice
• Trained at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Contributed to establishing Medipol University's Neurosurgery Department
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patients

Specialized in complex skull base surgeries with international training in France and Finland. Currently practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 30 years of neurosurgery experience
• Advanced training in Leksell Gamma Knife for skull base tumors
• Published 68 articles and 9 book chapters
• Participated in 33 international congresses as speaker

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in complex skull base tumor excisions at Atlas University Hospital, with training in advanced neurosurgical techniques.

• Board-certified in brain and neurosurgery with 8 years of experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and The European Association of Neurosurgical Society
• Trained in advanced spinal surgery and functional neurosurgery
• Published several case reports on neurosurgical procedures

Dr. Ozatli is an Associate Professor with extensive oncology experience, specializing in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Treats complex cases including skull base tumors
• Advanced training in internal medicine and oncology
• Affiliated with Istinye Liv University Hospital

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci is a leading neurosurgeon. He is known for his skill in brain and spinal surgeries, neurooncology, and skull base surgery. He has worked at top institutions such as Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Elmaci has introduced new techniques in microsurgery and endoscopic skull base surgery.

He is the founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey. He is also an active member of the European Skull Base Society. Dr. Elmaci has helped advance neurosurgery through teamwork across specialties. He led Turkey’s first EANS-accredited neurosurgery clinic. He also holds accreditations from the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

Dr. Elmaci has published over 110 scientific papers and given more than 250 presentations at congresses. His work continues to influence neurosurgical practice and patient care around the world.

Prof. Kaptanoglu specializes in complex skull base tumor excisions, with decades of experience in high-risk neurosurgical procedures.

• Performed numerous cranial surgeries including gliomas and meningiomas
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Published 65 international scientific articles on neurosurgery
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine organizations

Prof. Ibrahim Bayar Cinar brings 30+ years of cardiovascular surgery expertise, including a fellowship at the University of Ottawa Heart Center.

• Specializes in cardiovascular interventions with precision
• Member of the European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
• Holds a professorship in cardiovascular surgery

Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgeries with a focus on urological procedures, including radical prostatectomy and cystectomy.

• Over 20 years of experience in urological surgery
• Trained in advanced robotic and laparoscopic techniques
• Performed numerous complex surgeries including radical prostatectomy
• Member of major urological societies

Specializes in endoscopic skull base surgeries – Dr. Can performs minimally invasive procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Professor of neurosurgery with extensive training in complex tumor removal
• Expert in endoscopic techniques for pituitary and skull base tumors
• Published multiple studies on neurosurgical anatomy and techniques