Best Laminectomy Doctors in Istanbul

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.

Expert in minimally invasive spine surgery with a focus on endoscopic and microsurgical techniques for laminectomy at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Specializes in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disc surgery
• Published multiple studies on spinal anatomy and surgical techniques
• Professor with extensive research in neurosurgery
• Performs advanced procedures like endoscopic third ventriculostomy

Dr. Tuncay Kaner brings over 37 years of neurosurgical expertise, with specialized training in spinal surgery from UCLA and Virginia University.

• Fellowship-trained at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center
• Member of Scoliosis Research Society and AO Spine International
• Associate Professor with academic appointments in Turkey and the US
• Specializes in minimally invasive spinal techniques

Dr. Kenan Kibici is a neurosurgeon with extensive training in spinal procedures, including laminectomy, at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Member of the Spine Society of Europa and Turkish Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Published multiple research papers on spinal cord injuries and spine surgery
• Lecturer at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine

Specializes in microsurgical lumbar and cervical disc herniation treatment – Dr. Akkurt focuses on precise spine procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in scoliosis surgery and spine fracture treatment
• Performs spinal canal narrowing and lumbar slipping surgeries
• Treats brain and spine tumors with surgical precision

Specializes in spine surgery, including laminectomies, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in treating waist, neck, and back hernias
• Skilled in spinal fractures and spine tumor surgeries
• Performs peripheral nerve surgeries for complex cases

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, including endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in surgical treatment for spine fractures
• Performs minimally invasive cervical and lumbar herniation surgeries
• Focuses on techniques that reduce recovery time

34 years of neurosurgery experience – Dr. Gogusgeren specializes in minimally invasive laminectomy techniques with an emphasis on patient safety and trust.

• Performs secured surgeries under the microscope for precision
• Prioritizes small incisions to minimize patient risk and recovery time
• Maintains lifelong relationships with patients for ongoing care
• Available 24/7 to support patients through recovery

Associate professor and spine surgery specialist with training at the University of Wisconsin. Melih Ucer performs laminectomies at Biruni University Hospital.

• 19 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Specialized in spinal procedures and neurosurgery
• Member of Turkish Spine Society and EUROSPINE
• Trained at University of Wisconsin's neurosurgery clinic

Specializing in spine and spinal cord surgery, Dr. Baskan brings extensive expertise to laminectomy procedures at Biruni University Hospital.

• 17 years of neurosurgery experience
• Focuses on pediatric neurosurgery with 17 years in the field
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Works with neurooncological surgery and congenital anomalies

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu specializes in spinal surgery with training at UCLA Spine Center and extensive experience in degenerative spine conditions.

• Fellowship-trained in spinal surgery at UCLA Spine Center under Prof Dr J. Wang
• Member of Turkish Spine Society and Turkish Society of Orthopedics
• Published research on spinal fusion techniques and fracture healing
• Lectures on degenerative spine diseases at medical universities

Dr. Mehmet Ozek brings 45 years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in spinal surgery and endoscopic procedures at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic.

• Fellowship-trained at Yale University and Florida University
• Published 47 articles in SCI international journals
• Member of AANS and Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Recipient of multiple scientific research awards

Dr. Sabri Aydin is a neurosurgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He performs brain and spine surgeries for children and adults, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) and transnasal tumor resections. He treats cerebral aneurysms, moyamoya disease, and arteriovenous malformations.

• Performs fetal surgery for spina bifida and treatments for hydrocephalus.
• Treats brain tumors using craniotomy and CyberKnife radiosurgery.
• Manages spinal disorders including herniated discs and spinal stenosis.
• Works at Estophia Hospital, a facility with nearly 300 patient beds.

Over 5,000 successful surgeries performed – Dr. Kamran Aghayev is an internationally recognized neurosurgeon with unique surgical techniques.

• 20 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Developed Posterior Upper Rib Excision & Decompression (PURED) technique
• Holds multiple US patents for spinal surgery inventions
• Published 50+ scientific papers in neurosurgery
• Fellowship-trained in spinal oncology at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center

Dr. Adem Yilmaz is a neurosurgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats brain tumors, cavernomas, and arteriovenous malformations. Dr. Yilmaz performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and transnasal tumor resection. He works at Medistate Hospital, which holds JCI accreditation and treats 200,000 patients annually.

• Performs spinal surgery, including discectomy, laminectomy, and spinal stenosis treatment.
• Conducts intracranial interventions such as brain aneurysm repair and craniotomy.
• Treats children and adults with conditions like craniostenosis and spina bifida.
• Provides online consultations for neurosurgical evaluations.

Dr. Ozalp specializes in laminectomy with experience at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, having trained at Insubria University in Italy.

• Brain and surgery specialist from Ankara University
• Lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Experience in neurosurgery at Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital