Page 2 - Best Craniostenosis doctors: TOP 54 doctors

Dr. Halil Can is a Professor of Neurosurgery (2025; Associate Professor 2020). He completed neurosurgical training at Istanbul University–Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 2007. His clinical focus includes endoscopic and microsurgical spine surgery for fractures, tumors, and degenerative disease; advanced pain procedures; endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery; and neurovascular, neuro-oncologic, and peripheral nerve surgery.

He has 21 international peer-reviewed papers (SCI/SSCI). Topics include cadaveric morphometry of Kambin’s triangle and the transforaminal triangular working zone, lumbar arterial and anterior approach anatomy, and an in vitro test of a new lumbar fixation device.

His clinical studies include a single-team series of 81 posterior circulation aneurysms, with 13 flow-diversion cases. He also reported five spinal cavernous malformation cases. He conducted Phase I safety and feasibility stem-cell trials in pediatric hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy and in chronic complete spinal cord injury.

Professor Alper Karaoglan specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, with over 20 years of experience in the field.

• Holds a professorship in neurosurgery at Maltepe University
• Recipient of the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award in 2008
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Published research on subarachnoid hemorrhage treatments

47 years of neurosurgical expertise – Dr. Andry Key is a leading neurosurgeon at Hadassah Medical Center specializing in complex brain and skull base surgeries.

• Graduated from University of Melbourne, trained at Oxford University and Cleveland Clinic
• Head of Neurosurgery at Royal Melbourne Hospital
• Recipient of Ronald Bittner Award and Medal of Honor in neurosurgery
• Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical associations worldwide

Dr. Samuel Moskovichi has co-authored 67 peer-reviewed articles in neurosurgery over 15 years, showcasing deep expertise in complex cranial conditions.

• Specializes in Epidermoid Cyst and Schwannoma treatments
• Highly rated in 6 neurological conditions
• Practices at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem

Dr. Filis specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery with extensive training in skull base surgery – a critical skill for Craniostenosis cases at German Medical Institute.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with 10+ years of experience
• Fellowship-trained at prestigious Moffitt Cancer Center and LSUHSC
• Current Head of Neurosurgery at German Medical Institute
• Expert in both pediatric and adult neurosurgical cases

Over 34 years of neurosurgical experience with exceptional success rates – Dr. Gokcek specializes in complex brain and spine conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in minimally invasive techniques like endoscopic skull base surgery
• Successfully treated thousands of patients with severe neurological conditions
• Trained in advanced microsurgery at Hacettepe University
• Special focus on pediatric neurosurgery and congenital anomalies
• Published 17 articles in national and international journals

Over 5,000 successful surgeries performed – Dr. Aghayev is an internationally recognized neurosurgeon with unique surgical techniques and multiple US patents.

• Specializes in treating brain diseases including craniostenosis and other complex conditions
• Developed the PURED technique for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
• Holds multiple US patents for spinal surgery innovations
• Published over 50 scientific papers in neurosurgery

Dr. Gurelik specializes in neurosurgery with expertise in brain and spinal cord conditions, including craniostenosis procedures at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Graduated from Cumhuriyet University in 1989, specialized in 1997
• Performs shunt and endoscopic surgeries for hydrocephalus
• Experienced in treating head and spine traumas
• Handles both surgical and non-surgical treatment methods

Prof. Vajkoczy leads the Department of Neurosurgery at Charité – one of Europe's top hospitals, performing over 4,000 neurosurgeries annually.

• Specializes in cerebrovascular disorders and brain tumors
• Recipient of the Young Neurosurgeon Research Award
• Head of Neurosurgery since 2008
• Trained at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich

Over 4,500 complex cranial and spinal surgeries performed – Dr. Borghesi leads the Neurosurgery Unit at Maria Cecilia Hospital, specializing in advanced techniques.

• Specializes in minimally invasive brain surgery with 4K 3D imaging technology
• Successfully treated 400+ trigeminal neuralgia cases with innovative methods
• Trained at top-tier institutions including the Brain Institute at the University of Florida
• Expert in both anterior and posterior spinal surgery techniques

Prof. Dr. Gulsah Bademci trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yaşargil at the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences – a pioneer in neurosurgery.

• 30 years of experience in brain and nerve surgery
• Specializes in spinal canal stenosis and hydrocephalus surgeries
• Holds ECFMG America Board Step 1 and EANS European Board certificates
• Research fellow at Yale University School of Medicine
• Professional expertise includes medical illustration for surgical precision

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci trained in micro neurosurgery at Zurich University under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil – a pioneer in the field. He now leads innovative treatments for Craniostenosis at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 30 years specializing in neurosurgery with 110+ published scientific papers
• Trained in neurooncology and vascular neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University
• Founding chairman of Turkey's Skull Base Society
• Uses advanced techniques like neuromonitorization and neuronavigation

Associate professor with 14+ years of neurosurgery experience, including a visiting scholar role at the University of Wisconsin.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at Istanbul Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Works at Biruni University Hospital with a focus on complex cases

Specialized in brain surgery at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Dr. Ozalp focuses exclusively on cranial conditions at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Ankara University
• Former lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital
• Trained at University of Insubria in Italy

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu specializes in complex cranial and pediatric neurosurgery, with extensive experience in craniostenosis procedures at Marmara University and Near East University.

• Supervised and attended complex cranial surgeries, including craniostenosis cases
• Published 65 international scientific articles on neurosurgery topics
• Holder of multiple prestigious awards for spinal cord and brain research
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of EUROSPINE and Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Specializes in brain and spine surgeries, including craniostenosis, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Experienced in aneurysm and pituitary surgeries
• Skilled in treating spinal fractures and tumors
• Expert in peripheral nerve surgery