Brain MRI with contrast (FLAIR sequence) Doctors in Turkey — Page 4

Dr. Idris Sertbas is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He performs complex brain and spine surgeries for adults and children. Dr. Sertbas treats brain tumors, hydrocephalus, and craniosynostosis. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that partners with Boston Children’s Hospital.

• Performs neuromodulation including deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease.
• Treats trigeminal neuralgia, epilepsy, and severe spasticity with specialized surgical implants.
• Performs spine stabilization, vertebroplasty, and kyphosis surgery for complex spinal fractures.
• Treats vascular conditions such as aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations.

Dr. Mehmet Alpay Cal is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in neuro-oncological surgery, spinal procedures, and pediatric neurosurgery. Dr. Cal focuses on complex cases like brain tumors, spinal stenosis, and arteriovenous malformations. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for international patient care.

• Performs specialized procedures including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and CyberKnife radiosurgery.
• Treats specific conditions such as Chiari malformation and vestibular schwannoma.
• Published research on brain tumor markers and surgical techniques for cervical corpectomy.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

Dr. Didem Karacetin is a radiation oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She completed clinical training at the Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto. Dr. Karacetin is a former Head of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Health Sciences University. She specializes in intraoperative radiotherapy for breast cancer and brachytherapy for gynecological tumors.

• Holds a Master’s degree in Phytotherapy from Istanbul University.
• Certified in Hydrogel SpaceOAR applications for prostate cancer treatment.
• Treats lung, brain, and gastrointestinal cancers using targeted radiation.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, which holds TEMOS and ISO quality certifications.

Dr. Fikret Baskan is a neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Baskan has focused on pediatric neurosurgery for nearly a decade. He treats complex cases like brain tumors, spinal cord malformations, and hydrocephalus.

• Specializes in surgical treatment for spina bifida and congenital anomalies.
• Performs neuro-oncological surgery, brain tumor removal, and spinal cord reconstructions.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group.
• Practices at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Dr. Cagri Canbolat is a neurosurgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He specializes in skull base, neurovascular, and pediatric neurosurgery. Dr. Canbolat co-authored a major surgical study on 228 elderly patients with intracranial meningioma. He also researches therapeutic treatments for spinal cord injuries and the genetics of neural tube defects.

• Performs robotic spine surgery and endoscopic discectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like pituitary adenomas and cerebral artery aneurysms.
• Works at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, a center of excellence for robotic surgery.
• Expertise includes neuro-trauma and minimally invasive oncological spinal surgery.

Dr. Erkancakir is a pediatric pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He is a recipient of the Turkish Thoracic Society national lung health award. Dr. Erkancakir serves as a board member of the Pediatric Chest Diseases Association. He specializes in childhood asthma, cystic fibrosis, and sleep-related breathing disorders.

• Earned over 20 national and international awards for pediatric respiratory research.
• Performs bronchoscopic diagnosis and treatment procedures for infants and children.
• Treats complex conditions like tuberculosis and chronic respiratory tract infections.
• Collaborates with Boston Children's Hospital through Liv Hospital's international partnership.

Dr. Mustafa Gurelik is a senior neurosurgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He specializes in identifying and treating complex brain tumors using brain MRI with contrast and FLAIR sequences.

• Treats brain and spinal cord tumors using advanced imaging for precise surgical planning
• Performs endoscopic surgeries for hydrocephalus and transnasal resections for pituitary tumors
• Expert in pediatric neurosurgery – diagnoses conditions like craniostenosis in infants
• Former professor at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine – trained future surgeons
• Specializes in rare disorders like Moyamoya disease and cerebrovascular aneurysms

Dr. Murat Duzgun is a neurosurgeon at Can Hospitals Turkey in İzmir. He specializes in spine surgery and endoscopic brain tumor removal. Dr. Duzgun uses neuronavigation for high-precision brain surgery. He performs fully closed procedures for herniated discs and spinal fractures.

• Performs kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty for spinal fracture treatment.
• Treats scoliosis, ankylosing spondylitis, and nerve compression.
• Expert in minimally invasive pain interventions like radiofrequency and laser.
• Treats pediatric neurosurgery cases including hydrocephalus and congenital anomalies.

Dr. Kayihan Engin is the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He specializes in identifying and treating brain tumors using Brain MRI with contrast (FLAIR sequence).

• Completed a post-doctoral fellowship in thermoradiotherapy at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA
• Former Chairman of Radiation Oncology at Uludağ University Medical College
• Specializes in glioblastoma and meningioma – complex types of primary brain tumors
• Conducted advanced research at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, USA
• Expert in robotic CyberKnife technology for targeting brain lesions with pinpoint accuracy

Professor Metin Demirkaya is a leading pediatric oncologist at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He uses brain MRI with contrast to help diagnose complex childhood cancers.

• Specializes in treating neuroblastoma and tumors affecting the central nervous system
• Uses advanced PET-CT imaging to track progress in pediatric patients
• Performs bone marrow biopsies to check for blood-related disorders
• Installs PORT-A-CATH systems for easier access during long-term medical treatments
• Former specialist at a dedicated pediatric bone marrow transplantation center

Dr. Abdulkerim Gokoglu holds a PhD in Clinical Anatomy. He performs Brain MRI with contrast (FLAIR sequence) at System Hospital.

• Served as a postdoctoral research assistant at Brigham Women's Hospital
• Specializes in diagnosing and treating complex brain tumors
• Expert in neurosurgical care for strokes and brain hemorrhages
• Focuses on congenital nervous system disorders and traumatic brain situations

Dr. Sema Yilmaz is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specializes in cell therapies for childhood cancers and cancer immunology. Dr. Yilmaz conducted research at top US institutions, including MD Anderson and Harvard University.

• Member of the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR).
• Treats complex pediatric conditions like neuroblastoma, retinoblastoma, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs bone marrow biopsies and intra-arterial chemotherapy for young patients.
• Works at JCI-accredited Koru Ankara Hospital, which features an on-site bone marrow transplant center.

Dr. Gulsah Bademci is a neurosurgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specialized in brain, nerve, and spine surgery during her 30-year career. Dr. Bademci completed a research fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine. She also trained under Dr. Gazi Yasargil at the University of Arkansas.

• Holds ECFMG America Board Step 1 and EANS European Board certificates.
• Performs complex procedures like craniotomy, laminectomy, and brain aneurysm repair.
• Specializes in spinal stenosis, brain tumors, and cervical disc herniations.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.