Neurosurgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 4

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 advanced spinal and neurovascular surgeries, including endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Professor with extensive research in spinal anatomy and surgical techniques
• Expert in endoscopic pituitary surgeries and trigeminal neuralgia treatments
• Published extensively in international neurosurgery journals
• Focuses on both degenerative spine diseases and complex neuro-oncology cases

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

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

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

Op. Dr. Tansu Gürsoy is a brain and nerve surgery specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital. He completed his training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. His practice focuses on spine surgery. Key areas include degenerative scoliosis, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, trauma, and tumors.

In 2019, he won third place from the Turkish Neurosurgery Association for a paper on prebending rods and sagittal parameters in lumbar degenerative scoliosis. He co-authored Chapter 75 (Lenke-Silva Classification & Adult Degenerative Scoliosis) in The Aging Spine. His thesis analyzed screw malposition in 415 thoracolumbar pedicle fixation cases.

He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association (Spinal & Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group), the Turkish Spine Association, and the Turkish Medical Association. He completed the Advanced Spinal Surgery Course and the Hands-on Microvascular Anastomosis & Microsurgery training. He holds a Category A Certificate for Experimental Animals. He also attends major spine congresses.

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).

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 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

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 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

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

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

• 33 years of experience 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

Dr Ozden Gul specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques, offering quicker recovery and minimal scarring for patients.

• Over 36 years of experience of experience in general surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic and endocrine surgeries
• Practiced at leading hospitals including Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Fluent in English for international patients