Spinal cord abscess Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specializes in brain tumor removal and pituitary adenoma surgery. Dr. Gazioglu completed the EANS European Neurosurgery Course. This is a top-tier training standard for surgeons in Europe. She also trained at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades in France.

• Expertise in endoscopic pituitary surgery and endoscopic lumbar disc procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Moya-moya disease and arteriovenous malformations.
• Performs brain aneurysm repairs and brain tumor embolization.
• Studied epilepsy surgery and insular–hippocampal anatomy at Istanbul University.

Op. Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgeon. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020 and became a specialist in neurosurgery.

His clinical focus is spine and spinal cord disorders. He completed an observership in the Complex Spinal Surgery Department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgical center in the United Kingdom.

He completed mandatory service in Mardin. He also worked at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has been a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital. He provides care for brain, spine, and peripheral nerve disorders.

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures over 16 years of experience – Dr. Olgun specializes in complex spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with 16 years of experience of experience
• Expertise in scoliosis, canal stenosis, and spinal disorders
• Active member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons
• Recognized by the Ministry of Health for contributions to neurosurgery

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.

Specialized in spinal surgery with extensive training in neurosurgery. Dr. Boztepe brings decades of experience to complex spinal conditions.

• Attended specialized training in spinal surgery and peripheral nerve surgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Experienced in preventive medicine and pain management
• Graduated from Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Tufan Cansever is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in spinal surgery, brain tumors, and neurovascular diseases. Dr. Cansever won the Dr. Yıldız Yalçınlar Scientific Research Award for his contributions. He focuses on minimally invasive spine surgery and interventional pain management.

• Performs brain and spinal tumor removals and minimally invasive fusion surgery.
• Treats complex conditions like spinal stenosis, spine cysts, and spinal cord abscesses.
• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Award.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Spine Society.

Dr. Kaner brings over 37 years of experience of neurosurgical expertise, including specialized training at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center.

• Fellowship-trained in spinal surgery at UCLA and Istanbul American Hospital
• Associate Professor with visiting faculty position at Virginia University
• Member of Scoliosis Research Society and AO Spine International
• Specializes in minimally invasive spinal interventions

Dr. Halil Can is a Professor of Neurosurgery at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in endoscopic and microsurgical spine surgery for tumors and degenerative diseases. Dr. Can is an author of 21 international peer-reviewed publications. He performs complex procedures including endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery.

• Conducted Phase I safety trials for stem-cell treatments in spinal cord injuries.
• Reported on surgical outcomes for 81 posterior circulation aneurysm cases.
• Expert in advanced pain management like intradiscal ozone therapy and laser nucleoplasty.
• Performs functional neurosurgery including Parkinson's surgery and spinal cord stimulator implantation.

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in spinal neurosurgery at Atlas University Hospital, with a focus on complex spinal conditions.

• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University in brain and neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on spinal and neurosurgical conditions
• Participated in advanced spinal surgery courses

Specializes in craniocervical junction surgery – a critical area near the spinal cord. Works with advanced techniques for complex spinal and neurological conditions.

• Graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained under Prof. Dr. M. Sedat Çağlı
• Completed fellowship at University of Wisconsin
• Specializes in skull base and neurovascular surgery
• Practices at Medicalpoint International Hospital

Professor Alper Karaoglan has over 32 years of experience of neurosurgery experience, specializing in complex spinal conditions at Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

• Holds prestigious awards from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Expert in spinal cord surgery with extensive teaching experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Practices at a leading JCI-accredited hospital

Dr. Kenan Kibici specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spinal cord conditions at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Member of Spine Society of Europa and Turkish Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Extensive research on spinal cord injuries and treatments
• Lecturer at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Published multiple studies on spinal and peripheral nerve surgeries

Dr. Karkucak specializes in spine surgery, including spinal cord abscesses, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

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

Specializes in microsurgical treatments for spinal conditions, including spinal cord abscesses, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in lumbar and cervical disc herniation treatments
• Skilled in scoliosis surgery and spine fracture treatments
• Performs spinal canal narrowing and lumbar slipping surgeries

Dr. Keles specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, including endoscopic techniques for spinal cord abscesses at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery
• Skilled in surgical treatment for spine fractures
• Performs minimally invasive cervical and lumbar herniation procedures

Professor and head of neurosurgery with 37 years of experience of experience – Dr. Kahraman specializes in spinal endoscopic surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Trained in neuro spinal endoscopy at The Free University of Berlin
• Member of Eurospine and The Turkish Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
• Former associate professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Performs both traditional and minimally invasive spinal procedures

Specializes in complex spinal cord surgeries, including abscess treatments, at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Expert in brain and spinal cord tumor surgeries for adults and children
• Performs advanced spine surgeries like stabilization for fractures and kyphosis
• Skilled in deep brain stimulation and vagal nerve stimulation procedures

Dr. Surme specializes in spinal neurosurgery at Eskişehir City Hospital, with extensive research on spinal conditions like epidural hematomas and Chiari malformations.

• Published multiple studies on spinal cord and neurosurgical conditions
• Fellowship-trained in pediatric neurosurgery at Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Speaker at national and international neurosurgery conferences

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery with over a decade of experience treating complex spinal conditions.

• Trained at Gazi University and Zurich University Hospital
• Published 32 studies on neurosurgery techniques
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Head of Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery at Medipol
• Completed Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship in Maastricht