Craniostenosis Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in craniostenosis at Atlas University Hospital, with extensive training in brain and neurosurgery.

• Completed advanced neurosurgery training at Dokuz Eylül University
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on neurosurgical techniques
• Participated in European Training Course on Functional Neurosurgery

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).

Professor Alper Karaoglan specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, with over 32 years of experience in the field.

• Holds a professorship in neurosurgery at Maltepe University
• Recipient of the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award in 2008
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Published research on subarachnoid hemorrhage treatments

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

• Expert in surgical treatment for spine fractures
• Performs minimally invasive cervical and lumbar herniation surgeries
• Focuses on endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation techniques

Dr. Akkurt specializes in complex spine and neurosurgical interventions, bringing focused expertise to craniostenosis cases.

• Specializes in brain and spine tumors
• Expert in micro-surgical techniques for spinal conditions
• Treats spinal canal narrowing and related disorders

Specializes in brain and spine surgeries, including craniostenosis, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Experienced in aneurysm and pituitary surgeries
• Skilled in treating spinal fractures and tumors
• Expert in peripheral nerve surgery

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga brings 35 years of neurosurgical expertise, with special focus on skull base and neurovascular surgery at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Professor of Neurosurgery with advanced training from Istanbul Medical School
• Specializes in complex skull base and neurovascular conditions
• Published in peer-reviewed international neurosurgery journals
• Regular presenter at global neurosurgical conferences

26 years specializing in complex neurosurgery – Dr. Akakin is renowned for his expertise in cerebrovascular diseases and advanced microsurgical techniques.

• Fellowship-trained at Florida University in Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy
• Specializes in far lateral lumbar disc surgery using microsurgical approaches
• Published multiple articles in international conferences and journals
• Handles both common and rare cerebrovascular conditions

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.

Associate professor with 19 years of neurosurgery experience, including a visiting scholar role at the University of Wisconsin.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at Istanbul Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Works at Biruni University Hospital with a focus on complex cases

Specializing in pediatric neurosurgery for 17 years, Dr. Baskan focuses on craniostenosis at Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Active member of the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Works with various congenital anomalies including spina bifida
• Faculty member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery

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. Hakan Seckin is a neurosurgeon at Medicana Bursa Hospital in Turkey. He performs complex neuro-oncology and spinal surgery. Dr. Seckin treats brain tumors, glioblastomas, and herniated disks. He also manages cerebral artery aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations.

He works at Medicana Bursa Hospital, which has 300 beds and a staff of 100 doctors. Dr. Seckin conducts online consultations for international patients. He treats cranial conditions and spinal stenosis.

45 years of neurosurgical experience – Dr. Ozek focuses on complex skull base and functional neurosurgery at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic.

• Specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and neuroanatomy
• Fellowships at Yale University and University of Florida
• Published 47 articles in SCI international journals
• Member of American Association of Neurological Surgeons

Dr. Gurelik specializes in neurosurgery with expertise in brain and spinal cord conditions, including craniostenosis procedures at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Graduated from Cumhuriyet University in 1989, specialized in 1997
• Performs shunt and endoscopic surgeries for hydrocephalus
• Experienced in treating head and spine traumas
• Handles both surgical and non-surgical treatment methods

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.