Best neurosurgeons: TOP 246 doctors

Pioneer in robotic spine surgery – Dr. Oliver performs 200+ minimally invasive procedures annually at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 50 years of experience specializing in brain and spine surgery
• First in Southern Europe to use Mazor Robotics Renaissance System
• President of the European Skull Base Society
• Co-director of the Chiari & Craniocervical Hypermobility Unit

Dr. Toktas brings over a decade of neurosurgical expertise, currently practicing at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specializes in a wide range of neurosurgical procedures
• Previously worked at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
• Also served at Bahçeşehir University Medical Park Göztepe Hospital
• Began career at Tatvan State Hospital

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Conesa leads the Institute of Neurosurgery at Teknon Medical Centre, specializing in complex brain and spinal cord cases.

• 41 years of experience of experience in highly functional brain and spinal cord surgeries
• Pioneer in augmented reality for brain surgery planning
• Trained at top institutions like Massachusets General Hospital
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

900+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Pinar specializes in complex brain and spine conditions at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Marmara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expert in both adult and pediatric brain tumors and vascular conditions
• Specializes in minimally invasive transnasal approaches for skull base tumors
• Handles complex cases including pituitary adenomas and cerebral aneurysms

The doctor has extensive experience in ophthalmology, specializing in treatments and surgeries for strabismus, ocular aesthetics, amblyopia, cataracts, and retinal diseases. Additionally, the doctor is proficient in pediatric eye health and conducts comprehensive general eye examinations.

Graduating from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, the doctor completed specialization at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Ophthalmology Association, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Performed 1,600+ Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgeries – Dr. Zirh specializes in movement disorders at Medipol University's PARMER Center.

• 38 years of experience in functional neurosurgery
• Pioneered Microelectrode Recording technique in Turkey
• Member of World Federation of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
• Guinness World Record holder for largest DBS patient gathering
• Trained at Johns Hopkins and Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Buhl specializes in brain and spinal cord surgeries using computerized neuronavigation – a leader in neurosurgery with extensive research contributions.

• Expert in treating herniated discs, brain tumors, and vascular anomalies
• Pioneer in minimally invasive and microsurgical techniques
• Published 47+ scientific papers on neuropathology and brain metastasis surgery
• Cofounded a Fund dedicated to brain tumor research
• Recognized by multiple medical organizations for his work

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Turkey. He earned his MD from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (English program). He completed his neurosurgery residency there from 1996 to 2003. He became a professor in 2015. He also completed observerships at Maastricht University in 2007 and 2009.

His clinical focus includes functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. He also treats spinal tumors and spinal stenosis and performs spinal instrumentation. He manages skull base and brain tumors. He performs vascular surgery of the central nervous system.

Achievements include leading a Parkinson’s research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University (BAP, Project No. T.597, 2008). He supervised a neurosurgery thesis in 2008. His awards include third place at the 2nd National Congress of the Society of Neurosurgery in 2006, the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Overseas Scholarship in 2008, and the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award in 2009. Several of his papers ranked at the 22nd and 23rd Turkish Neurosurgical Society Scientific Congresses in 2008 and 2009. He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Nezih Ozkan brings 43 years of experience of neurosurgery expertise to Memorial Şişli Hospital, with leadership roles in major Turkish medical institutions.

• Specializes in complex neurosurgical cases with a focus on advanced techniques
• Former Head of Neurosurgery Department at Abant İzzet Baysal University
• Trained at Zurich University Hospital, bringing international experience
• Combines clinical practice with academic roles as a former lecturer

Dr. Mustafa Sakar specializes in pediatric neurosurgery with advanced training from top international programs.

• Trained in fetal spina bifida surgery at HCor Hospital in Brazil
• Member of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery (ISPN)
• Completed observership in tumor surgery at University of Tübingen, Germany
• Over 15 years of experience of experience at leading Turkish hospitals

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery, with 32 international publications and 92 presentations on advanced techniques like Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

• Trained at Zurich University Hospital in microneurosurgery and intraoperative MRI
• Board member of Turkish and European Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Societies
• Expert in MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) and deep brain stimulation
• Assistant Professor at Medipol University's Gamma Knife Center

Dr. Nnamdi Elenwoke is a neurosurgeon at Neuroinstitut – Centro Médico Teknon (Barcelona), a leading center in Europe. He specializes in minimally invasive and functional neurosurgery. He has focused expertise in Arnold–Chiari malformation and craniovertebral junction disorders. His practice uses advanced microsurgical techniques, endoscopic skull base surgery, and robotic-assisted neurosurgery.

Education and training: MD (2007). Neurosurgery residency (MIR) at Hospital Miguel Servet, Zaragoza. Advanced endoscopic skull base training at Emory University, Atlanta. Clinical training at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London. He has over 15 years of experience in complex brain and spine surgery.

Key competencies: posterior fossa decompression; brain and spinal tumors; minimally invasive spine surgery; hydrocephalus and syringomyelia. He uses advanced imaging and neuronavigation to improve safety and protect function. Accreditations: Spanish Society of Neurosurgery, EANS, and the Official College of Physicians of Barcelona. He has published scientific work and is active in international congresses.

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Uc specializes in minimally invasive spine and brain surgeries at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
• Expert in herniated disc and spinal stenosis treatments
• Published research on percutaneous direct pars repair
• 19 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery

President of the Middle East Spine Society – Professor Yaman specializes in complex spine conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• 25 years of experience of neurosurgery experience with a focus on spinal disorders
• Former head of spine centers at Koç University Hospital and Memorial Hospitals Group
• Published author and international speaker on neurosurgery topics
• Current instructor at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Strauss Ido specializes in functional neurosurgery, performing advanced procedures like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) at Sourasky Medical Center.

• 27 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Fellowship-trained in Functional and Stereotactic Neurosurgery at Toronto Western Hospital
• Board Director for the World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
• Published research in national and international journals
• Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical societies

Prof. Dr. Arslan specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery – trained at Helsinki University Central Hospital, a European leader in neurosurgical innovation.

• 19 years of experience of neurosurgical experience at leading Turkish hospitals
• Professor at Karadeniz Technical University – among Turkey's top neurosurgical training centers
• Published extensively on brain ischemia and spinal cord conditions
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Pioneered Bangkok Hospital Chanthaburi's first endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery – a minimally invasive breakthrough for pituitary tumors with faster recovery.

• 16 years of experience specializing in neurosurgery and regenerative medicine
• Trained at Siriraj Hospital and International Neuroscience Institute in Germany
• Chief Physician at EDNA Wellness leading stem cell therapy and neurology programs
• Published research on cerebrovascular disorders and minimally invasive techniques

Specializes in minimally invasive and endoscopic brain tumor surgeries – Assoc Prof Dr. Guclu combines precision techniques with Gamma Knife radiosurgery at VM Medical Park Florya.

• 23 years of experience of neurosurgery experience since 2003
• Expert in cerebrovascular and pediatric neurosurgery cases
• Trained at Bakırköy Mazhar Osman – Turkey's leading neurosurgery center
• Published extensively on brain tumor and spinal surgery outcomes

Prof. Kocabicak is a pioneer in deep brain stimulation, with 46+ international publications and leadership roles in neurosurgical associations.

• Founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
• Specializes in complex movement disorders and Parkinson's disease
• Trained at Maastricht University in advanced neurosurgical methods
• Current Rector of Atlas University, overseeing neurosurgical education

Pioneer in stereotactic radiosurgery – Dr. Martínez Álvarez has performed 42 years of experience of groundbreaking work at Ruber International Hospital.

• Head of Functional Neurosurgery and Radiosurgery since 2005
• Published 180+ papers, including 60 in high-impact journals
• Executive Council member for International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society
• Specializes in Gamma Knife treatments for brain tumors
• Recipient of Spain's National Medical Prize for neurosurgery