Spine Cyst Doctors in Turkey

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.

Specializes in skull base and craniocervical junction surgery – trained with Prof. Dr. M. Sedat Çağlı and completed advanced studies at the University of Wisconsin.

• Board-certified in Brain and Neurosurgery since 2015
• Focuses on complex neurovascular and craniocervical cases
• Participated in advanced skull base surgery research in the USA
• Works at Medicalpoint International Hospital

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).

Dr. Kapici brings 30 years as Chief Assistant at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital's Neurosurgery Clinic, specializing in spine conditions.

• Lecturer and Head of Neurosurgery at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in spine surgery and microsurgery techniques
• Member of Spine Society of Europe and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Over 30 years of neurosurgical experience across military and civilian hospitals

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spine cysts, backed by extensive training and research at Dokuz Eylül University.

• Published case reports on rare spine conditions
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Advanced training in spinal surgery techniques
• Experience in minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures

Dr. Kenan Kibici specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spine conditions, bringing extensive military and academic experience to his practice at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Member of Spine Society of Europa and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Published multiple research papers on spine surgery and nerve-related conditions
• Holds a Master's degree in Hospital and Health Institutions Management
• Lecturer at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Alper Karaoglan specializes in neurosurgery with decades of experience, currently at Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

• Over 32 years in neurosurgery with extensive spine expertise
• Received Best Paper Award from Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Professor at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine

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.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdullah Emre Taçyıldız is a neurosurgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He has more than 10 years of experience. He graduated from Mersin University Faculty of Medicine in 2012. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Training and Research Hospital in 2019. He has worked at Gölbaşı Community Health Center, Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University, Karabük Training and Research Hospital, and Malatya Turgut Özal University.

His main fields include brain tumors, back and neck pain, lumbar and cervical disc herniation, head and neck injuries, and spinal stenosis. He is a member of national and international neurosurgery societies. He has an academic research background and solid surgical experience. He provides diagnosis and neurosurgical care.

Specializes in spine surgery, including spine cysts, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expertise in treating spine tumors and spinal fractures
• Proficient in peripheral nerve surgery techniques
• Skilled in managing waist, neck, and back hernias

Specializes in microsurgical treatments for lumbar and cervical disc herniation – Dr. Akkurt focuses on minimally invasive spine procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in scoliosis surgery and spine fracture treatments
• Performs spinal canal narrowing and lumbar slipping surgeries
• Trained in brain and spine tumor interventions

Dr. Keles specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, including endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in surgical treatment for spine fractures
• Performs minimally invasive techniques for cervical and lumbar herniations
• Focuses on reducing recovery times with advanced surgical approaches

Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a top plastic surgeon in Turkey with over 33 years of experience, known for natural-looking results in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries.

• Named 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeon' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle
• Awarded 'cosmetic surgery expert' by Turkey's Ministry of Health
• Member of four prestigious plastic surgery societies
• Trained at Hacettepe and Erciyes Universities
• Completed fellowships in Istanbul and Oregon

Dr. Surme specializes in spinal neurosurgery at Eskişehir City Hospital, with a strong focus on spine cysts and related conditions.

• Published multiple studies on spinal conditions, including epidural hematomas and Chiari malformations
• Trained in pediatric neurosurgery at Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society with numerous presentations
• Performs advanced surgical techniques for spinal disorders

Over 35 years of neurosurgery experience – Prof. Dr. Bozbuga specializes in complex spine and spinal cord surgeries at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Expertise in skull base and neurovascular surgery
• Published in multiple international peer-reviewed journals
• Graduated and trained at Istanbul University Medical School
• Regular presenter at international neurosurgery conferences

Dr. Akin Akakin specializes in far lateral lumbar disc surgery – a precise microsurgical approach to spinal conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• 26 years of neurosurgical experience
• Fellowship-trained in neuroanatomy at Florida University
• Expert in minimally invasive spine techniques
• Published multiple research articles internationally

With 34 years in neurosurgery, Dr. Gogusgeren specializes in minimally invasive spine procedures at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Performs surgeries under microscope for precision
• Prioritizes patient trust and post-op care
• Available to patients at any time
• Follows 'first do no harm' principle rigorously

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.

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.