Best Spina Bifida surgery doctors in Turkey: TOP 15 doctors

Prof. Dr. Hasan Özgür Özdemir is an expert in neurosurgery with a specialized focus on spinal conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 25 years of neurosurgical experience
• Specializes in endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgeries
• Ranked 1st in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Handles complex spine tumors and fractures

Dr. Uysal specializes in spina bifida surgery with extensive training in spinal surgery techniques.

• Completed specialized training in spinal surgery from Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Participated in advanced arthroplasty and developmental hip dysplasia programs
• Works at Turan Turan Health Group

Prof. Kaptanoglu specializes in complex spinal surgeries, including spina bifida, with over 30 years of neurosurgical experience. His research on spinal cord injuries has earned multiple awards.

• Completed fellowship in spinal cord injury at University of Toronto
• Published 65 international scientific articles on neurosurgery
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine organizations

Dr. Selman Dogan specializes in spinal surgery and sports traumatology, bringing extensive expertise to complex spine conditions like spina bifida at Hisar Hospital.

• Board-certified in orthopedics with fellowship in orthopedic oncology
• Manages trauma treatments of spine and extremities
• Trained at Istanbul University's renowned Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
• Specializes in pediatric conditions including hip dysplasia

Prof. Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in Spine Surgery, including complex Spina Bifida cases, at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed specialty training at University of Health Sciences
• Expertise in Trauma Surgery and Arthroplasty
• TUBITAK XI. Technology Awards Finalist in 2014
• Associate Professor at Health Sciences University

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci brings 30+ years of neurosurgery expertise to complex Spina Bifida cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil in micro neurosurgery
• Specializes in microsurgery and endoscopic techniques for spinal conditions
• Former Chief of Clinic at EANS-accredited neurosurgery center
• Founding chairman of Skull Base Society in Turkey

Founded Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center with innovative techniques.

• Over 30 years of experience in spine surgery
• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in complex spinal deformities and corrective procedures

Dr. Sait Ozturk specializes in brain pacemaker surgery and Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery (DBS), offering hope for challenging conditions like Parkinson's disease.

• Specialized in Neurosurgery at Fırat University
• Served as Dr. Instructor Member at Fırat University
• Held position of Assoc. Dr. in Neurosurgery
• Focuses on improving patient experience and outcomes

Assoc Prof. Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu specializes in spinal surgeries with training at prestigious institutions like The Cleveland Clinic and Saint Louis University.

• 20+ years of experience in neurosurgery, focusing on spinal conditions
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Trained in less-invasive spine surgery techniques internationally
• Published multiple studies on spinal decompression and pediatric lumbar surgery

Dr. Hakan Ozalp specializes in neurosurgery with training from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.

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

Over 34 years of neurosurgery experience – Dr. Gokcek specializes in complex spinal conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Performs minimally invasive spine surgery and percutaneous techniques
• Successfully treated thousands of patients with severe brain and spine conditions
• Trained in microsurgery and neuroendoscopy at top international institutions
• Published 17 articles on neurosurgery topics

Performed 5,000+ successful surgeries, including unique techniques like the PURED method for spinal conditions. Dr. Aghayev holds multiple US patents for spinal surgery innovations.

• Over 20 years of neurosurgical experience
• Specializes in complex spine diseases and syndromes
• Holds patents for bone fusion systems and expandable cages
• Published 50+ scientific papers
• Completed a Spinal Oncology Fellowship in the US

Assoc. Prof. Erkam Komurcu specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on spinal conditions, including spina bifida, at Estophia Hospital.

• Board-certified in orthopedics and traumatology with over 15 years of experience
• Trained in spinal surgery at UCLA Spine Center and Ankara University
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Published multiple research papers on spinal conditions and surgical techniques