Best Neurosurgery Doctors Worldwide — TOP 246

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

Dr. Omer Faruk Oge is an ophthalmologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in surgeries for strabismus, cataracts, and retinal diseases. He is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. Dr. Oge also focuses on pediatric eye health and ocular aesthetics.

• Trained at the Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital.
• Treats complex conditions including amblyopia and retinal disorders.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

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

Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in functional neurosurgery and deep brain stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders. Dr. Kaya previously led a Parkinson’s disease research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University. He earned the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.

• Performs complex brain tumor removals and skull base surgeries.
• Treats spinal conditions including tumors, stenosis, and herniated discs.
• Completed specialized observerships in cellular neuroscience at Maastricht University.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

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. 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.

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

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

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

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

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. Siriporn Cheawchanwej is an aesthetic and anti-aging physician. She holds a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine and completed advanced training at the School of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine and in Facial Design at Mae Fah Luang University.

Her international training includes Restylane seminars in Sweden (2006–2008) and the International Symposium of Botulinum Toxin in Korea. She also attended the Asia Pacific Rhinoplasty Expert Forum in Seoul, the International Congress of Minimal Invasive Plastic Surgery & Dermatology in Seoul, and IMCAS Asia 2009.

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

Dr. Sarunya Yuthagovit specializes in cerebral revascularization for moyamoya disease – a leader in neurovascular surgery at EDNA Wellness.

• Extensive experience treating complex neurological conditions
• Expert in advanced microsurgical techniques
• Develops training programs for neurosurgical residents
• Oversees neurology, stem cell, and aesthetic programs

Dr. Yılmaz trained at Yale School of Medicine and specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spinal disorders.

• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery and Turkish Spine Associations
• Expertise in AOSpine techniques for complex cases
• Graduated from Marmara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools