Page 2 - Best neurosurgeons in Turkey: TOP 128 doctors

Prof. Kaptanoglu pioneered spinal cord regeneration research at the University of Toronto and has performed over 1,000 complex spinal surgeries.

• Specializes in minimally invasive spinal techniques for scoliosis and kyphosis
• Recipient of five prestigious neurosurgery research awards
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Published 100+ scientific articles on spinal conditions
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine international societies

Dr. Mustafa Sakar specializes in pediatric neurosurgery with advanced training from top international programs.

• Trained in fetal spina bifida surgery at HCor Hospital in Brazil
• Member of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery (ISPN)
• Completed observership in tumor surgery at University of Tübingen, Germany
• Over 10 years of experience at leading Turkish hospitals

Specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery – trained at Hannover Medical School, a leading center for brain tumor treatment.

• Associate Professor at Florence Nightingale Hospitals
• Fellowship in microsurgery of peripheral nerves at Tel Aviv Medical Center
• Over 15 years of neurosurgery experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries – Prof. Ceylan is a global expert in minimally invasive neurosurgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Specializes in complex sellar region pathologies like pituitary adenomas
• Trained in UK under pioneers of stereotactic neurosurgery
• Head of Neurosurgery at Kocaeli University for over 20 years
• Active member of WFNS Skull Base Committee
• Recipient of Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award

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

• Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Yeditepe University
• Member of Turkish Spine Association and European neurosurgical societies
• Extensive experience in neurovascular and neurooncology cases
• Associate Professor with roles at multiple prestigious hospitals

Specializing in spine conditions – Dr. Dogu focuses on degenerative diseases, trauma, and tumors at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• 15+ years of neurosurgical experience
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expertise in minimally invasive spine techniques
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci trained under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil, a pioneer in micro neurosurgery, and has performed over 1,000 complex neurosurgical procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in microsurgery and endoscopic skull base techniques
• Founding chairman of Turkey's Skull Base Society
• Member of the European Skull Base Society Executive Committee
• Published 110+ scientific papers in international journals

Prof. Saydam specializes in advanced laparoscopic and endocrine surgeries, with a strong focus on metabolic and bariatric procedures at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in general surgery with expertise in minimally invasive techniques
• Trained at University of Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital – a leader in surgical innovation
• Specializes in laparoscopic anti-reflux and hernia surgeries
• Associate professor with academic contributions to surgical practices

Dr. Murat Dokdok brings elite training from Harvard School of Medicine and Minnesota University to his practice at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specializes in interventional radiology and neuroradiology
• Fluent in English and Turkish for international patients
• Trained at top institutions including Istanbul University and Acibadem Hospital

Dr. Kitis has performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures, specializing in complex cerebrovascular conditions at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 15+ years of neurosurgery experience in leading Istanbul hospitals
• Expertise in Moyamoya disease and brain tumor removal
• Trained at Bezmialem University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical background

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Turkey. He earned his MD from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (English program). He completed his neurosurgery residency there from 1996 to 2003. He became a professor in 2015. He also completed observerships at Maastricht University in 2007 and 2009.

His clinical focus includes functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. He also treats spinal tumors and spinal stenosis and performs spinal instrumentation. He manages skull base and brain tumors. He performs vascular surgery of the central nervous system.

Achievements include leading a Parkinson’s research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University (BAP, Project No. T.597, 2008). He supervised a neurosurgery thesis in 2008. His awards include third place at the 2nd National Congress of the Society of Neurosurgery in 2006, the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Overseas Scholarship in 2008, and the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award in 2009. Several of his papers ranked at the 22nd and 23rd Turkish Neurosurgical Society Scientific Congresses in 2008 and 2009. He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association.

Specializing in neurosurgery for over 20+ years, Dr. Akyuz brings extensive expertise to Memorial Antalya Hospital.

• Works exclusively in brain and nerve surgery
• Former specialist at MedicalPark Hospital and Akdeniz University
• Focuses on a wide range of neurosurgical procedures

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with over 19 years of experience – Dr. Sari specializes in complex neurosurgical cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital with EANS accreditation
• Contributed to establishing the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol University
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patient consultations
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Yil specializes in complex cerebrovascular and spinal cases with Yale-trained expertise.

• Fellowship-trained at Yale School of Medicine in cerebrovascular research
• Awarded Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize by Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Active member of AOSpine and Turkish Spine Association
• Organizes international skull-base anatomy courses

35+ years performing complex brain and nerve surgeries – Prof. Akalan specializes in epilepsy and pediatric neurosurgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Extensive experience using O-arm Imaging and intraoperative MRI for precision
• Published 117 scientific papers and co-authored a major neurosurgery textbook
• Specializes in epilepsy surgery, glioma treatment, and movement disorders
• Expert in advanced techniques to minimize surgical risks

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guclu has 20+ years in neurosurgery, specializing in spine and functional neurosurgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained at Cleveland Clinic for advanced spine techniques
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Specializes in full-endoscopic spinal operations
• Published 22 international papers on neurosurgical outcomes
• Expert in minimally invasive spine surgeries

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' – Dr. Karacaoglan specializes in natural-looking results at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• 30+ years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Fellowship-trained in breast surgery at Portland's renowned Breast Surgery Center
• Awarded expert status by Turkey's Ministry of Health
• Member of four prestigious international plastic surgery societies

Professor Salih Murat Imer is a Gamma Knife specialist with advanced training in Marseille – performing precise neurosurgical procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 30+ years of neurosurgery experience with Turkish Board certification
• Specialized in minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery from Herne, Germany
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Former professor at Istanbul University's prestigious neurosurgery department

Prof. Akcakaya specializes in minimally invasive brain surgery – trained at Hannover Medical School in advanced stereotactic techniques.

• Over 15 years of neurosurgery experience
• Fellowship-trained in sterotactic and functional neurosurgery
• Board-certified by the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Expert in Gamma Knife procedures and deep brain stimulation
• Academic professor training future neurosurgeons

Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate – a unique innovation in spine surgery. He performs complex procedures at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• 25+ years of experience in neurology, neurosurgery, and spine surgery
• Member of prestigious societies including AO Spine and Euro Spine
• Recognized with multiple best presentation awards
• Specializes in complex spine conditions and innovative techniques