Herniated disc surgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

26 years of experience performing specialized herniated disc surgeries – Dr. Akin Akakin developed expertise in far lateral lumbar disc procedures at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Uses lateral microsurgical approach for complex disc cases
• Fellowship-trained at Florida University Brain and Nerve Surgery
• Published multiple neurosurgery papers internationally
• Specializes in cerebrovascular and neurovascular conditions

Prof. Bozbuga has over 35 years of experience of neurosurgery experience, with specialize focus in spine and spinal cord surgery at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Professor of Neurosurgery – trains other specialists in the field
• Published in both national and international peer-reviewed journals
• Presented research at global neurosurgery conferences
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Highly experienced in spinal surgeries, Dr. Kenan Kapici has spent over 30 years of experience specializing at Bahçelievler Medical Park Hospital.

• 30 years of experience as Chief Assistant at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Lecturer and Head of Neurosurgery at Altınbaş University
• Member of Spine Society of Europe
• Trained in microsurgery and spine-specific techniques

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.

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.

Dr. Uyar specializes in spinal conditions like herniated discs, with over 35 years of experience of neurosurgery experience. He currently practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Expertise in lumbar and neck hernia surgeries
• Trained at SSK Göztepe Training Hospital – one of Turkey's leading neurosurgery centers
• Former Chief Physician with extensive hospital leadership experience
• Published research on neurosurgical techniques

Prof. Cinar brings cardiovascular surgery expertise from the University of Ottawa Heart Center to spinal procedures.

• 38 years of experience in surgical practice
• Fellowship-trained at a leading Canadian heart center
• Professor of cardiovascular surgery at Altınbaş University
• Member of European vascular surgery societies

Specializes in endoscopic and microsurgical techniques for herniated disc surgery – Professor Halil Can offers minimally invasive solutions at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Expert in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disc surgeries
• Pioneers far lateral lumbar disc surgery with microsurgical approach
• Published 20+ studies on spinal anatomy and surgical techniques
• Associate Professor since 2020 with extensive academic contributions

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in herniated disc surgery with extensive training in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery at prestigious institutions.

• Completed neurosurgery residency at Gazi University
• Trained in microneurosurgery and interventional neuroradiology in Zurich
• Published 32 papers and 12 book chapters on neurosurgery
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Specializes in herniated disc surgery with advanced training in spinal and peripheral nerve procedures at Atlas University Hospital.

• Board-certified in neurosurgery with extensive spine surgery experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published research on minimally invasive spinal techniques
• Trained in advanced spinal surgery through specialized courses

Specializes in spinal surgery with a fellowship at UCLA – Dr. Kaner focuses on herniated disc procedures at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Over 37 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Trained in spinal surgery at Istanbul American Hospital
• Member of AO Spine International and Scoliosis Research Society
• Associate Professor with academic roles in neurosurgery

Specializes in herniated disc surgery, offering expertise in both spine surgery and peripheral nerve procedures.

• Handles complex spine conditions including tumors and fractures
• Skilled in treating waist, neck, and back hernias
• Specialized in aneurysm and pituitary surgery

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.

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital, with extensive research and clinical expertise in herniated disc treatments.

• Trained in neurosurgery at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Member of the Spine Society of Europe and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Published multiple studies on spine surgery and nerve-related conditions
• Academic lecturer at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine

Over 14 years of experience as a neurosurgeon – Dr. Gokcek combines experience with a high success rate in minimally invasive spine surgeries at Medipol University.

• Expert in micro neurosurgery and endoscopic spine procedures
• Specializes in complex cases including revision herniated disc surgeries
• Performs disc prosthesis placements for select patients
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society with 17 published articles

Dr. Hakan Ozalp specializes in herniated disc surgery with training from Ankara University's Brain and Surgery program.

• Board-certified in brain and surgery from Ankara University
• Worked at Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital
• Lectured at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at University of Insubria, Italy

Dr. Erden Erturer specializes in herniated disc surgery with over 29 years of experience of orthopedic and spine surgery experience at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Member of Turkish Spine Society – recognized expertise in spinal conditions
• Published 26 international articles on orthopedic and spinal treatments
• Performs a wide range of spinal surgeries including complex cases
• Trained at Şişli Etfal Research and Training Hospital – one of Turkey's leading institutions

37 years of experience specializing in neurosurgery – Dr. Kahraman heads the Neurosurgery Department at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Expert in spinal endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery
• Trained in neuro spinal endoscopy at The Free University of Berlin
• Member of The Turkish Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
• Former Associate Professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy

Specializes in spine surgery, including lumbar and cervical disc herniation procedures at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Performs minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Experienced in complex spinal conditions like spondylolisthesis and stenosis
• Trained in advanced stabilization techniques for spinal fractures
• Skilled in both adult and pediatric neurosurgical procedures