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

The doctor specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders and malignancies in children. With extensive clinical expertise in managing complex oncological conditions, the doctor is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for pediatric patients, utilizing advanced therapeutic protocols to improve health outcomes and quality of life.

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.

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. 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

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. Tahsin Ali Zirh is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in Parkinson's disease and movement disorders. Dr. Zirh completed research fellowships at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital. He is a member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's and movement disorders.
• Treats epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, and chronic pain using stereotaxic surgeries.
• Provides Gamma Knife and Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS).
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Mega Hospital, which treats over 1,200 daily patients.

Prof. Dr. Suna Emir graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1989. She completed her pediatrics residency at Hacettepe University from 1990 to 1995. In 2001, she finished her pediatric oncology subspecialty at the Hacettepe University Oncology Institute. She became an Associate Professor in 2004. From 2004 to 2009, she worked at Ankara Dışkapı Children's Health and Diseases Training and Research Hospital and founded the Pediatric Oncology Clinic there. In 2009, she served as Deputy Chief of Pediatric Oncology. From 2009 to 2016, she was a pediatric hematology–oncology training officer at the Ankara Children's Health and Diseases Hematology–Oncology Training and Research Hospital. Since 2019, she has been a Professor and founding faculty member in Child Health and Diseases at Atilim University.

She is an expert in general pediatrics and pediatric hematology–oncology. She is active in residency and subspecialty training. Her clinical interests include childhood diseases from birth to 18 years, lymphoma, solid tumors, autologous bone marrow transplantation, anemia, bleeding disorders, hereditary blood diseases, hemangiomas and other benign tumors, and enlarged lymph nodes.

Dr. Cevdet Gokcek is a neurosurgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain, spine, and pediatric nerve conditions. He has treated thousands of patients for complex disorders. Dr. Gokcek is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society. He previously completed a microsurgery course at Hacettepe University.

• Achieved a 95% success rate for severe brain and spine surgeries.
• Performs transnasal pituitary tumor removals and endoscopic skull base procedures.
• Authored 17 articles published in national and international medical journals.
• Completed a neuro-endoscopy workshop at Ghent University in Belgium.

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.

Dr. Ahmet Oktem is a neonatologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the intensive care of premature infants and neonatal infections. Dr. Oktem focuses on treating respiratory issues and metabolic disorders like hypoglycemia. He holds a doctorate from Ankara University and completed specialization at Hacettepe University.

• Manages complex cases of congenital anomalies and birth-related infections.
• Expert in prenatal screening and postnatal interventions for newborns.
• Treats pediatric conditions including hydrocephalus and spina bifida.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility using robotic surgical systems.

Dr. Hakan Ozalp is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vascular and spine neurosurgery. Dr. Ozalp completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Insubria in Italy. He previously served as a lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine.

• Performs complex brain aneurysm repair and arteriovenous malformation surgery.
• Specializes in endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion.
• Treats brain tumors using transnasal resection and stereotaxic radiosurgery.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using PET-CT and TrueBeam STx technology.