Page 2 - Best Craniotomy doctors in Turkey: TOP 38 doctors

Specializes in brain tumors and complex neurosurgical cases, with hands-on experience from Marmara University's Department of Neurosurgery. Now treats both adults and children at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expertise in glial tumors, meningiomas, and brain metastases
• Skilled in handling cerebral hemorrhages and vascular anomalies
• Trained in advanced neurosurgical techniques at Marmara University
• Active in managing both adult and pediatric cases

Holds a PhD in Clinical Anatomy and postdoctoral research at Brigham Women's Hospital – one of the world's leading neurosurgery centers.

• Specializes in brain tumors, spinal diseases, and head trauma
• Extensive experience in treating congenital nervous system disorders
• Skilled in complex spine deformity cases
• Expert in aneurysm and hemorrhage surgeries

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a leading pediatric neurosurgeon with more than 35 years of experience. He focuses on brain and spinal surgery for children. He is well known for treating complex cranial and spinal malformations, brain tumors, and epilepsy in young patients.

Dr. Ozek has performed over 10,000 pediatric neurosurgical procedures. His work has achieved high success rates recognized worldwide. He has published more than 100 articles in peer-reviewed journals and written several book chapters. His research has helped advance pediatric neurosurgery on a global scale.

He is an active member of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery. Dr. Ozek has received several international awards for his work. He holds leadership roles in global pediatric neurosurgical groups and regularly attends international scientific meetings.

Prof. Dr. Gulsah Bademci trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yaşargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, and has 30 years of experience in brain and nerve surgery.

• Specializes in spinal canal stenosis, disc herniations, and brain tumors
• Holds ECFMG America Board Step 1 and EANS European Board certificates
• Research fellow at Yale University School of Medicine
• Advanced skills in medical illustration for precise surgical planning

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci trained under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil in Zurich, focusing on micro neurosurgery. He currently leads neurosurgical procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 30+ years of experience in neurosurgery
• Specializes in brain tumors, vascular diseases, and endoscopic skull base surgery
• Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey
• Member of the European Skull Base Society Executive Committee
• Published 110+ scientific papers in international journals

Trained at Johns Hopkins and Toronto Western Hospital – two of the world's leading neurosurgery centers. Experience spans over 30 years in complex neurological procedures.

• Specializes in functional neurosurgery with international training
• Has worked at top medical institutions across Turkey and North America
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Education

University of Wisconsin Clinic of Neurosurgery (2017, Madison/USA)
Bakırköy Psychiatric Hospital (2014, Istanbul/Turkey)
Mersin University Faculty of Medicine (2007, Mersin/Turkey)

Experience

Istanbul Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital (2014-2021, Istanbul/Turkey)
Istanbul Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital (2008-2014, Istanbul/Turkey)
Çorlu State Hospital (2007-2008, Çorlu/Turkey)

• In 2014, I completed my specialty training in the Department of Neurosurgery at Istanbul Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Training and Research Hospital and started to work as a specialist in Neurosurgery at Istanbul Health Sciences University Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital,
• In 2017, I was a visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery/ Madison USA.
• In 2021, I received the title of associate professor.
• In December 2021, I left Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital, where I worked for 7.5 years, and started working at Biruni University Hospital.
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Scientific Memeberships

Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Turkish Spine Society
EUROSPINE
Turkish Medical Association

Dr. Surme specializes in neurosurgery at Eskişehir City Hospital, with a focus on complex spinal and cranial procedures.

• Published 10+ scientific articles on neurosurgical techniques
• Trained in pediatric neurosurgery at Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome
• Expert in cranioplasty using 3D-printed molds
• Presented research at international neurosurgery congresses

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu specializes in complex cranial surgeries, including brain tumors and cerebral hemorrhages, with decades of experience at top institutions.

• Over 30 years in neurosurgery, focusing on cranial and spinal procedures
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University – a leading academic hospital
• Published 100+ scientific articles and edited 7 books on neurosurgery
• Recipient of multiple awards for spinal cord injury research
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine – international neurosurgery societies

Dr. Kemal Paksoy specializes in neurosurgery at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, focusing on advanced procedures like craniotomy.

• Graduated from Karadeniz Technical University in 2007
• Completed neurosurgery specialty training at Ondokuz Mayıs University
• Worked at Memorial Hospitals Group Spine Center for 6 years
• Member of the academic staff at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine
• Published in numerous international and national scientific journals

34+ years performing microsurgery-assisted craniotomies – Dr. Gogusgeren prioritizes smaller incisions for safer procedures.

• Neurosurgeon with deep family roots in neurology
• Specializes in patient-centered, trust-based care
• Personalized post-surgery follow-up care
• Proponent of minimal-access neurosurgical techniques

Prof. Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir specializes in endoscopic brain surgery and vascular operations at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 20 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for brain and spine conditions
• First place in Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Medical Association

Specializes in aneurysm and cerebrospinal tumor surgeries – Dr. Uyar brings decades of neurosurgical expertise to complex brain conditions.

• Over 30 years of neurosurgery experience
• Fellowship-trained at SSK Göztepe Training Hospital
• Expert in pediatric neurosurgery and hydrocephalus cases
• Winner of the Istanbul Chamber of Medicine thesis prize

Dr. Alemdar specializes in medical oncology with extensive training at Akdeniz University, a leading institution in Turkey.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
• Over 15 years of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Professor Ibrahim Bayar Cinar brings cardiovascular surgery expertise to craniotomy cases at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Trained at University of Ottawa Heart Center in Canada
• Member of European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
• Assistant Professor at Siyami Ersek Heart Center for 13 years
• Professor at Altınbaş University's cardiovascular surgery department