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Ibrahim Akkurt

  • 4.3 Good • 4 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
  • Specializes in microsurgical treatments for brain and spine conditions, including cavernoma, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

    • Expert in minimally invasive spine and brain tumor surgeries
    • Skilled in treating complex spinal conditions like scoliosis
    • Performs advanced procedures for spinal canal narrowing
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Ahmet Karkucak

  • 4.3 Good • 4 reviews
  • 7 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
  • Dr. Karkucak specializes in complex brain and spine surgeries, including cavernoma treatments, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

    • Expert in brain tumor and aneurysm surgeries
    • Skilled in minimally invasive spine procedures
    • Extensive experience with pituitary and peripheral nerve surgeries
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Andry Key

  • 4.2 Good • 13 reviews
  • 52 years of experience
  • Israel, Jerusalem, Hadassah Medical Center
  • 52 years of experience in brain surgery – Dr. Key combines deep expertise in vascular neurosurgery with high-level leadership at Hadassah Hospital.

    • Head of Neurosurgery at the prestigious Royal Melbourne Hospital
    • Received the Ronald Bittner Award from the American Association of Neurosurgeons
    • Honored with a medal from the International Federation of Neurosurgical Societies
    • Fellowship-trained at top global centers, including Cleveland Clinic in the U.S.
    • Member of key neurosurgical associations in the U.S., Australia, and Israel
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Naci Karacaoglan

  • 4.5 Good • 495 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' – Dr. Karacaoglan brings over 33 years of expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

    • Specializes in achieving natural-looking results in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures
    • Fellowship-trained in breast surgery at Portland's renowned Breast Surgery Center
    • Awarded expert status by Turkey's Ministry of Health
    • Member of four prestigious international plastic surgery societies
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Karim Noe Zamora Amezcua

  • 16 years of experience
  • Mexico, Guadalajara, GDL High Specialty Neurosurgery
  • Dr. Karim Noe Zamora Amezcua is a neurosurgeon at GDL High Specialty Neurosurgery in Guadalajara. He treats conditions of the brain and spine in adults and children. Dr. Zamora Amezcua performs vascular neurosurgery and neuro-oncology. He practices at a clinic that manages approximately 700 patients annually.

    • Treats brain tumors, pituitary adenomas, and acoustic neuromas.
    • Manages vascular conditions including cerebral aneurysms and Moyamoya disease.
    • Performs surgery for pediatric cases such as craniostenosis and pediatric brain tumors.
    • Treats spinal disorders including herniated disks, cysts, and spinal stenosis.
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Melih Ucer

  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Biruni University Hospital
  • Specialized in neurosurgery with training at the University of Wisconsin and extensive experience in Turkish hospitals. Associate professor since 2021.

    • Over 19 years of neurosurgical practice
    • Visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery
    • Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
    • Associate professor title awarded in 2021
    • Works at Biruni University Hospital
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François Lechanoine

  • 14 years of experience
  • Italy, Bologna, Maria Cecilia Hospital
  • Performed 2,500+ surgeries with 1,600 as lead surgeon – Dr. Lechanoine specializes in complex brain conditions at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

    • Expert in brainstem surgeries and minimally invasive techniques
    • Trained in neurosurgery at University of Tours under renowned professors
    • Founded a surgical training center for advanced spine endoscopy
    • Published in international journals with a 71.46 impact factor
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Ignazio Borghesi

  • 31 years of experience
  • Italy, Bologna, Maria Cecilia Hospital
  • Dr. Borghesi performs around 1,000 advanced neurosurgical procedures annually, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for cranial and spinal conditions.

    • Over 4,500 complex surgeries performed
    • Expert in minimally invasive brain tumor removal using 4K 3D imaging
    • Successfully treated 400+ trigeminal neuralgia cases
    • Trained at top-tier international hospitals like Schulthess Klinik in Zurich
    • Leads the Neurosurgery Unit at Maria Cecilia Hospital
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Fikret Baskan

  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Biruni University Hospital
  • Dr. Baskan specializes in pediatric neurosurgery with 17 years of focused experience, now serving at Biruni University Hospital.

    • Completed neurosurgery training at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
    • Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
    • Expertise in neurooncological surgery and congenital anomalies
    • Works at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery
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Hamit Aytar

  • 4.1 Good • 42 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Emsey Hospital
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Marcelo Campos Moraes Amato

  • 17 years of experience
  • Brazil, São Paulo, Amato Plastic Surgery
  • Dr. Marcelo Amato is a neurosurgeon and spine surgeon in São Paulo. He focuses on endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery. He earned his MD in 2004 and completed neurosurgery residency in 2009 at FMRP‑USP. He holds a PhD in Neurosurgery/Clinical Surgery. He is a specialist in Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery recognized by the Brazilian Neurosurgery and Spine societies and the Brazilian Medical Association. CRM‑SP 116,579; RQE 29,417.

    He has worked in endoscopic spine surgery since 2013. His work includes clinical care, teaching, and research. He teaches courses. He is a collaborator at the University Hospital (FMRP‑USP) and is director of Amato Hospital Day. His website reports over 2,100 spine surgeries and over 1,600 pediatric neurosurgeries up to 2021, and over 97% satisfaction in endoscopic cases (Macnab). At the São Paulo Air Force Hospital (2010–2018), he helped rebuild the neurosurgery service and performed more than 250 high‑complexity procedures.

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Kaan Tugberk Ozdemir

  • Turkey, İzmir, Op. Dr. Kaan Tuğberk Özdemir
  • Kaan Tugberk Ozdemir is a specialist at the clinic focused on Neurosurgery and Brain & Spine Surgery. His practice covers brain tumor surgery and spine conditions such as lumbar disc hernia and cervical disc hernia, with a dedicated focus on brain pacemaker (Beyin Pili). He also updates his spine-surgery approach by attending EUROSPINE 2025.
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Teyyub Hesenov

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 16 years of experience
  • Azerbaijan, Baku, Melhem Internatıonal Hospital
  • Dr. Hesenov specializes in complex cranial and spinal conditions, with a strong focus on neurosurgical interventions at Melhem International Hospital.

    • Completed neurosurgery residency at Marmara University
    • Extensive experience in skull base and vascular neurosurgery
    • Published multiple research papers on neuro-oncology and rare cases
    • Trained in advanced neurosurgical techniques in international programs
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Taku Nonaka

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  • Japan, Chuo City, St. Luke’s International Hospital
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Hakan Seçkin

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 38 years of experience
  • Turkey, Bursa, Medicana Bursa Hospital
  • Dr. Hakan Seckin is a neurosurgeon at Medicana Bursa Hospital in Turkey. He performs complex neuro-oncology and spinal surgery. Dr. Seckin treats brain tumors, glioblastomas, and herniated disks. He also manages cerebral artery aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations.

    He works at Medicana Bursa Hospital, which has 300 beds and a staff of 100 doctors. Dr. Seckin conducts online consultations for international patients. He treats cranial conditions and spinal stenosis.

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Mustafa Gurelik

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Sivas, Medicana Sivas Hospital
  • Specializes in brain and spinal cord tumors – Dr. Gurelik has extensive neurosurgical experience at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

    • Trained at Cumhuriyet University since 1997
    • Expert in surgical and non-surgical spine treatments
    • Focuses on cerebrovascular aneurysm and brain hemorrhages
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Murat Duzgun

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Can Hospitals Turkey
  • Specializes in minimally invasive brain and spine surgeries at Can Hospitals Turkey, with a focus on endoscopic and neuronavigation techniques.

    • Over 15 years of neurosurgical experience
    • Expert in closed-method herniated disc surgeries
    • Trained at Izmir Ege University Hospital
    • Performs complex spine and brain tumor procedures
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Sabbri Aydin

  • 4.4 Good • 49 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Estophia Hospital
  • Dr. Sabri Aydin is a neurosurgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He performs brain and spine surgeries for children and adults, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) and transnasal tumor resections. He treats cerebral aneurysms, moyamoya disease, and arteriovenous malformations.

    • Performs fetal surgery for spina bifida and treatments for hydrocephalus.
    • Treats brain tumors using craniotomy and CyberKnife radiosurgery.
    • Manages spinal disorders including herniated discs and spinal stenosis.
    • Works at Estophia Hospital, a facility with nearly 300 patient beds.
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