Best Spinal stenosis Spinal stenosis in Turkey: TOP 67 doctors

900+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Pinar specializes in adult and pediatric brain and spine conditions at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 7 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Handles complex spinal cases including stenosis and degenerative conditions
• Works with both adult and pediatric patients

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.

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures over 19 years of experience – Melih Uc specializes in complex spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques
• Trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
• Published research on innovative pars repair methods
• Special focus on spinal stenosis and herniated discs

Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman, president of the Middle East Spine Society, specializes in spinal disorders at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Over 25 years of experience of neurosurgery experience with a focus on spinal conditions
• Leader in spine surgery – trained at prestigious institutions like Koç University Hospital and Memorial Hospitals Group
• Expert in both conservative and surgical treatment approaches
• Authored numerous publications and presented at international congresses
• Current instructor at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Dr. Erhan Arslan specializes in spinal canal stenosis surgery, with over 19 years of experience of neurosurgical experience at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgery techniques
• Published multiple studies on spinal cord conditions
• Fellowship-trained at Helsinki University Central Hospital
• Professor of neurosurgery with academic leadership roles
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Expert in spinal stenosis with extensive experience – Assoc Prof Dogan Gucluhan Guclu specializes in complex spine surgeries at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Over 23 years of experience of neurosurgical practice
• Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for spinal conditions
• Published research on spinal surgery outcomes
• Specializes in both adult and pediatric spinal deformities

Dr. Musa Boztepe specializes in spinal conditions like spinal stenosis, with training from Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital.

• Over 37 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Trained in spinal surgery at Turkish Neurosurgery Association courses
• Focused on cervical disc herniation and spinal disorders
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Prof. Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir specializes in endoscopic lumbar disc surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, with over 24 years of experience of neurosurgical experience.

• Performs minimally invasive spine surgeries for faster recovery
• Expert in both spine and brain vascular conditions
• Ranked 1st in Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam
• Holds certification in Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy techniques

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu has dedicated his career to spinal surgery, with groundbreaking research on spinal cord injuries and regeneration. He brings decades of expertise to complex spinal cases.

• Specializes in spinal deformities like scoliosis and kyphosis
• Pioneered research on stem cell therapy for spinal injuries
• Recipient of multiple prestigious awards for spinal research
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine international societies
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University

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. Emad Adden Abdallah is a neurosurgery specialist. He completed his residency at Balikesir University Health Practice and Research Hospital in Balıkesir, Turkey. He earned his medical degree from Balikesir University Faculty of Medicine.

He co-authored "Paraoxonase 1 Activity and Phenotype Distribution in Lumbar Disc Herniation Patients" (Turk Neurosurg. 2024;34(4):655-659; doi:10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.44307-23.2; PMID:38874244). His thesis was "Therapeutic Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Chondroitinase ABC Combination in Rat Spinal Cord Injuries." Courses: Dr. Mehmet Zileli Advanced Spinal Surgery (2021), Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery Symposium (2021), Pediatric Neurosurgery Course (2020).

Specializing in spine surgery with over 35 years of experience of experience – Dr. Uyar is certified in neurosurgery and handles complex spinal conditions.

• Expert in lumbar and neck hernia procedures
• Performs cerebrospinal tumor and hydrocephalus surgeries
• Trained at Istanbul University and SSK Göztepe Training Hospital
• Received award for medical thesis on neurology

Prof. Ceylan has performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries, including complex spinal procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in neurosurgery with extensive experience in endoscopic techniques
• Professor and head of neurosurgery at Kocaeli University since 1998
• Member of international neurosurgical societies including AANS and WFNS
• Trained in the UK under renowned neurosurgeons Bernard Williams and Edward Hitchcock

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, and specializes in spinal stenosis at Estexper Clinic.

• Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Yeditepe University
• Member of the Turkish Spine Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Extensive experience in neurosurgery at top Turkish hospitals
• Specializes in complex spinal conditions

Neurosurgery specialist with over a decade of experience, currently practicing at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specializes in spinal conditions with over 16 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Trained at Bezmialem University and Istanbul University
• Works in one of Istanbul's leading hospitals

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci specializes in advanced spinal stenosis treatments at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, combining microsurgery and endoscopic techniques for optimal outcomes.

• Trained in micro neurosurgery at Zurich University under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil
• Enhanced expertise in neurooncology and vascular neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University
• Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey
• Member of the Executive Committee of the European Skull Base Society
• Published over 110 scientific papers in international journals

Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a top plastic surgeon in Turkey with 33 years of experience of expertise in reconstructive procedures.

• Recognized as one of the 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle
• Awarded 'cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery expert' by the Ministry of Health of Turkey
• Member of multiple prestigious societies including the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Fellowship-trained at Breast Surgery Center in Portland, Oregon, USA

Dr. Baran Yil brings specialized expertise from Yale School of Medicine's neurosurgery program, focusing on spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained under Prof. Dr. Türker Kılıç at Marmara University
• Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale School of Medicine
• Awarded Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize by Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Active member of Turkish Spine Association and AOSpine
• Organized multiple neurosurgery and skull-base anatomy courses

Dr. Sari specializes in spinal stenosis treatments using advanced microsurgery and endoscopic techniques assisted by O-arm CT neuronavigation.

• Over 22 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Associate Professor in Neurosurgery since 2021
• Skilled in neuromonitorization and neuronavigation
• Practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Gürhan Adam specializes in interventional radiology with dual fellowships from Ege and Uludag Universities.

• 21 years of experience of experience in interventional radiology
• Member of Turkish Radiology Society and Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society
• Performed procedures at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital