Discectomy Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Prof. Onat Uzumcigil specializes in spinal disorders, with a focus on surgical treatments like discectomy at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and spine trauma
• Published multiple research papers on spinal surgery outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Association of Spine
• Extensive experience in post-operative pain management

Dr. Abubekir Akpinar brings specialized expertise in discectomy procedures, ensuring patient-focused care at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Focuses on reducing post-operative complications
• Committed to personalized treatment plans for each patient

Professor Ibrahim Bayar Cinar specializes in cardiovascular surgery with fellowship training in Canada, bringing international expertise to complex cases.

• 38 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Fellowship-trained at University of Ottawa Heart Center
• Professor at Altınbaş University
• Member of European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery

Dr. Musa Boztepe specializes in spinal surgery and peripheral nerve surgery, with training from leading Turkish institutions.

• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Attended specialized courses in spinal and peripheral nerve surgery
• Completed training at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Participated in Marmara University symposiums on pediatric orthopedics

Prof. Kaptanoglu specializes in complex spinal surgeries, including discectomies, with decades of experience at top institutions like Marmara University.

• Over 34 years performing spinal surgeries
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for spinal cord injuries
• Published 65 international scientific articles on neurosurgery
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine societies

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, including endoscopic and microsurgical discectomy techniques at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Expert in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disc surgeries
• Performs far lateral lumbar disc surgeries using lateral microsurgical approach
• Published multiple studies on endoscopic transforaminal approaches
• Associate Professor with extensive research in spinal surgery

Dr. Ali Osman Mucuoglu specializes in neurosurgery with extensive training in spinal surgery at Dokuz Eylül University.

• Completed advanced spinal surgery courses
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Published research on minimally invasive spinal procedures
• Works at Atlas University Hospital

Dr. Mehmet Hakan Şahin is a neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital (as of 2026). He specializes in neuro-oncological and neurovascular surgery. He also performs skull base, complex cranial, and spine surgery. He was an Assistant Professor at Atatürk University (2019–2024). He served at UW Health (2024–2025).

He has 29 international peer-reviewed papers and 11 national papers. He has written 5 textbook chapters. He has given 7 oral presentations, including at AANS 2025 and a 2024 panel on supratotal glioma resection. His honors include the 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Young Neurosurgeon Incentive Award (Second Prize) and 1st Prize at the 1st Yaşargil Microneurosurgery Academy. He holds the Turkish Neurosurgery Qualification Certificate (2023). He has been a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association since 2017 (No. 1620).

Specialized in spinal surgery with training at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center – Dr. Kaner brings advanced techniques to discectomy procedures at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• 37 years of neurosurgical experience
• Fellowship-trained in spinal surgery at Istanbul American Hospital
• Member of AO Spine International and Scoliosis Research Society
• Associate Professor with academic contributions to neurosurgery

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery – Dr. Kibici focuses on techniques that reduce recovery time at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Member of Spine Society of Europa and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Published research on spinal subdural hematomas post-discectomy
• Extensive experience with peripheral nerve surgeries
• Academic lecturer at Altınbaş University's Neurosurgery Department

Specializes in microsurgical lumbar and cervical disc herniation treatment – Dr. Akkurt focuses on minimally invasive 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

Dr. Karkucak specializes in spine surgery, including discectomies, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in treating waist, neck, and back hernias
• Skilled in both spine tumor and spinal fracture surgeries
• Performs advanced peripheral nerve surgeries

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 advanced endoscopic techniques

Dr. Akin Akakin specializes in far lateral lumbar disc surgery – a precise microsurgical approach – with 26 years of experience.

• Trained at Florida University in brain and nerve surgery neuroanatomy
• Expert in neurovascular surgery and cerebrovascular diseases
• Published multiple articles in international medical journals
• Performs complex disc surgeries other surgeons may avoid

Dr. Azboy combines expertise in orthopedics with ongoing PhD research in clinical anatomy, offering a deep understanding of spinal procedures like discectomy.

• Specializes in orthopedic and traumatology with 18 years of experience
• Active member of American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and European Hip Society
• Board member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association
• Currently pursuing advanced studies in clinical anatomy at Istanbul Medipol University

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

With 34 years in neurosurgery, Dr. Gogusgeren specializes in minimally invasive, microscope-assisted discectomies to protect patients from unnecessary harm.

• Performs secured surgeries under microscope from smaller incisions
• Follows 'first do no harm' principle strictly
• Prioritizes long-term trust with patients beyond surgery
• Available to patients at any time, even post-midnight
• Trained at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital