Page 4 - Best neurosurgeons in Turkey: TOP 128 doctors

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Assoc. Prof. Mustafa Yavuz Samanci specializes in advanced neurosurgery techniques at Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center.

• Trained in Gamma Knife Radiosurgery and Stereotactic Neurosurgery
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Active in clinical research with postdoctoral fellowships in the US and China
• Focuses on neuromodulation and deep brain stimulation

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in minimally invasive spinal and brain surgery at Atlas University Hospital, with advanced training from Dokuz Eylül University.

• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on innovative neurosurgical techniques
• Trained in advanced spinal surgery and functional neurosurgery courses
• Focuses on complex spinal conditions and brain tumors

Fellowship-trained at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center – Dr. Kaner specializes in advanced spinal procedures at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• 37 years of experience of neurosurgical experience focusing on spinal conditions
• Member of Scoliosis Research Society and AO Spine International
• Associate Professor with academic roles at Istanbul Medeniyet University
• Specializes in minimally invasive spinal techniques

Specializes in brain tumor surgery with over 26 years of experience of experience at Ege University Faculty of Medicine.

• Expert in microsurgery for lumbar and cervical disc herniation
• Performs pituitary adenoma and vascular surgeries
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Associate Professor Ozkan Onuk specializes in minimally invasive urological surgeries, bringing innovation to neurosurgery-related procedures at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• 21 years of experience of experience in urology and neurosurgery
• Published 25+ papers on urological and neurosurgical techniques
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Focuses on nerve-sparing and robotic-assisted procedures

Dr. Kenan Kibici specializes in minimally invasive spine and nerve surgeries at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital, with 33 years of experience of neurosurgical experience.

• Member of Spine Society of Europa and Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Published 20+ research papers on spinal and peripheral nerve conditions
• Lecturer at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Military-trained neurosurgeon with extensive academic background

Professor Alper Karaoglan, a recognized expert in neurosurgery at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, brings 32 years of experience of specialized experience in complex brain and spinal conditions.

• Award-winning researcher in subarachnoid hemorrhage and vasospasm
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Medical Association
• Professor at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine previously
• Specializes in both brain tumors and spinal cord surgeries

Over 14 years of experience specializing in minimally invasive neurosurgery – Dr. Gokcek has successfully treated thousands of complex brain and spine conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in endoscopic skull base surgery and micro neurosurgery
• Performs disc prosthesis applications with high success rates
• Trained in advanced neuroendoscopy at Ghent University
• Published 17 articles on neurosurgical techniques

Dr. Sandal specializes in skull base and neurovascular surgery – trained under Turkey's Prof. Çağlı and advanced techniques at University of Wisconsin.

• 11 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Focuses on high-precision craniocervical junction cases
• Completed specialized studies in cerebral bypass surgery
• Performs complex procedures at Medicalpoint International Hospital

Prof. Dr. Ömür Günaldı is a neurosurgeon with broad experience in brain and spine surgery. His expertise includes pituitary surgery, endoscopic endonasal skull base procedures, neuro-oncology, and minimally invasive techniques. He is a Consultant Neurosurgeon at Central Hospital. He combines patient-centered care with modern methods, including surgical navigation and advanced technologies.

He has a strong academic background and is active in clinical research. This work supports up-to-date, comprehensive neurosurgical care in his fields of interest.

Dr. Mustafa Emiroglu brings decades of surgical expertise to Memorial Bodrum Hospital, with specialized training in oncoplastic and endocrine procedures.

• Member of multiple surgical societies, including Endocrine and Breast Surgery Associations
• Trained in advanced oncoplastic techniques in Germany
• Specializes in thyroid, breast, and colorectal surgeries
• Affiliated with prestigious institutions throughout Turkey and Europe

Specializes in endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery – a minimally invasive approach with faster recovery times.

• Expert in surgical treatment for spine fractures
• Performs minimally invasive surgery for cervical and lumbar herniations
• Works at BAH International, a leading spine treatment center

Specializes in microsurgical treatments for spine and brain conditions – Dr. Akkurt focuses on minimally invasive techniques at BAH International.

• Expert in lumbar and cervical disc herniation surgeries
• Performs complex scoliosis and spinal fracture treatments
• Skilled in brain and spine tumor removal with precision
• Handles spinal canal narrowing and lumbar slipping cases

Dr. Soltanzadeh specializes in complex pain management and cardiac anesthesia with 28 years of experience of international experience.

• Fellowship-trained in cardiac anesthesia at Istanbul's Çapa Medical Faculty
• Expertise in ozone therapy and innovative pain relief techniques
• Active member of multiple international anesthesiology societies
• Former Chief Physician at a state hospital in Iran
• Practices at Istanbul Okan University Hospital

Specializes in complex brain and spine surgeries – Dr. Karkucak combines expertise in brain tumors, aneurysms, and spine conditions at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Skilled in minimally invasive spine and brain tumor procedures
• Expert in pituitary surgery and peripheral nerve repairs
• Handles complex spinal fractures and hernias

Specializes in minimally invasive spine and brain surgeries at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with extensive training in Europe.

• Expert in endoscopic and microvascular neurosurgery techniques
• Fellowship-trained at Cerebrovascular Stroke and Neuro-oncology Center in Czech Republic
• Certified by European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Performs complex procedures for herniated discs and brain tumors

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burak Eren specializes in endoscopic pituitary tumor surgeries – a precise, minimally invasive technique at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Over 29 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Published multiple research papers on spinal and brain conditions
• Expert in both surgical and non-surgical treatments for spinal stenosis
• Authored chapters on spinal trauma in medical textbooks

Op. Dr. Ayhan Kara is a neurosurgeon with over 25 years in spine surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive and endoscopic procedures on the cervical and lumbar spine. His work includes anterior discectomy, nucleoplasty, and spinal instrumentation and fixation. He graduated from Dicle University. He completed neurosurgery training at Kartal Training and Research Hospital. He also finished an internship at Helios Clinic in Hamburg.

He has performed hundreds of advanced spine operations. He aims for fast recovery and shorter rehab. He stays active in courses and conferences. He uses current, individualized methods. Interests: minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery (cervical, lumbar), anterior lumbar discectomy, nucleoplasty, spinal instrumentation and fixation.