Brain Tumor Removal Doctors in Turkey

Prof. Imer brings 41 years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in complex brain tumor cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in functional neurosurgery in Finland and France
• Advanced certification in Gamma Knife radiosurgery
• Published 68 articles on neurosurgical techniques
• Former professor at Istanbul University's neurosurgery department
• Performed endoscopic spine surgeries using German techniques

Specializing in minimally invasive brain tumor removal at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in endoscopic pituitary surgery at Istanbul University
• Experienced in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery
• Fluent in English, French, Italian, and Spanish
• Completed molecular genetics training for comprehensive tumor analysis

Specializes in cerebrospinal tumor surgery with 35 years of neurosurgery experience. Currently practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Expert in aneurysm and pediatric neurosurgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Winner of Dr. Cengiz Çetin thesis prize for epilepsy research
• Performs complex spine surgeries including herniated discs

Professor Serdal Gungor specializes in pediatric neurology, bringing academic rigor and extensive experience to brain tumor cases at Medical Park Antalya.

• Over 33 years of experience in neurology
• Subspecialty training at Hacettepe University, a leading institution in Turkey
• Former professor at İnönü University's Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on pediatric neurological conditions

Dr. Rafet Ozay is an Associate Professor and neurosurgeon at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He specializes in neurovascular surgery using both microsurgery and endovascular techniques. Dr. Ozay has held senior roles at major Turkish centers like Etlik City Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.

• Expertise focuses on complex neurovascular conditions.
• Uses microsurgical and endovascular methods for brain procedures.
• Works at a university hospital with a 99.9% brain tumor removal success rate.
• Served as Chief Assistant at Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Baran Yil trained at Yale School of Medicine and holds a prestigious neurosurgery award. His expertise in brain tumor removal is backed by rigorous training and professional recognition.

• Completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale
• Recipient of the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize
• Active member of multiple neurosurgery associations including AOSpine
• Involved in organizing and teaching advanced neurosurgery courses

Dr. Hasan Mutlu specializes in medical oncology with a focus on brain tumors at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained at Hacettepe University and Akdeniz University
• Expert in chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and immunotherapy
• Conducts next-generation genetic research in cancer treatment
• Associate Professor in Medical Oncology

Over 30 years of neurosurgical experience – Dr. Kapici leads Altınbaş University's Neurosurgery Department and specializes in brain tumor removal.

• 30 years as Chief Assistant at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Spine Society of Europe
• Trained in microsurgery techniques at GATA Military Medical Faculty

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz brings specialized oncology expertise to brain tumor care, with international training at Ohio State University.

• Trained in Medical Oncology at Health Sciences University
• Participated in Phase III clinical trials for advanced treatments
• Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection

Dr. Gunaldi specializes in endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery – advanced techniques for brain tumor removal at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Neurosurgery specialist with extensive training in complex brain surgeries
• Associate professor with academic contributions to neurosurgery
• Focuses on minimally invasive approaches for better patient outcomes
• Experienced in both adult and pediatric neurosurgical cases

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Internal Medicine Specialist with experience at multiple oncology clinics
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Graduated from Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Cinar brings over 38 years of surgical expertise, including a fellowship at Canada's University of Ottawa Heart Center.

• Specializes in cardiovascular surgery with a focus on complex cases
• Member of European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
• Professor at Altınbaş University, training future surgeons
• Performs surgeries at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu specializes in complex brain tumor removals, including gliomas and meningiomas, with decades of experience at top institutions.

• Over 34 years in neurosurgery with focus on brain tumors
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Published 65 international scientific articles on neurosurgery
• Member of EUROSPINE and Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Performed numerous complex spinal and cranial surgeries

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in brain tumor removal at Atlas University Hospital with a focus on innovative techniques.

• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University in Brain and Neurosurgery
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Society
• Published multiple case reports and participated in advanced neurosurgery courses

Over 37 years in neurosurgery – Dr. Kaner specializes in brain tumor removal and spinal procedures, trained at top institutions in Turkey and the U.S.

• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical experience
• Fellowship at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center
• Member of prestigious societies like AO Spine International
• Visiting faculty member at Virginia University

Dr. Deniz Konya is a Professor of Neurosurgery at Medical Park Göztepe, trained at Harvard Medical School for spine surgery.

• Specializes in brain and spinal tumor removal
• Harvard-trained in complex spine surgeries
• Member of North American Spine Society and European Spine Society
• Published 47 international peer-reviewed research papers

Professor Halil Can specializes in brain tumor removal at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, with extensive experience in neuro-oncology.

• Expert in minimally invasive and endoscopic neurosurgery techniques
• Published multiple peer-reviewed studies on neurosurgical treatments
• Associate Professor since 2020, demonstrating academic excellence
• Focuses on complex cases including gliomas and meningiomas

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).