Best Moyamoya disease doctors: TOP 41 doctors

Dr. Conesa specializes in Moyamoya disease as part of his vascular neurosurgery expertise at the Teknon Medical Centre.

• Over 30 years of experience as a practicing neurosurgeon
• Held a major directorial role at Hospital del Mar's neurosurgery department
• Completes fellowships at leading US hospitals like Massachusetts General
• A member of the prestigious European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Research includes advanced computer platforms for planning brain surgery

Dr. Serkan Kitis has performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures, including Moyamoya disease treatments, at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 14 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Specializes in complex cerebrovascular conditions
• Trained at Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine
• Current neurosurgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital

Dr. Akin Akakin brings 20+ years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in complex cerebrovascular conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained at Florida University in Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy
• Specializes in neurovascular surgery and cerebrovascular diseases of the brain
• Published multiple articles in international conferences and journals
• Performs advanced lateral microsurgical approaches for disc surgery

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga specializes in complex neurovascular surgery with over 30 years of experience at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Expert in skull base surgery and neuro-oncology
• Published in international peer-reviewed journals
• Graduated from Istanbul University Medical School
• Completed neurosurgery training at IU Istanbul Medical School

Specializes in cerebrovascular surgeries including Moyamoya disease at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Over 20 years of neurosurgery experience
• Skilled in complex cerebrovascular procedures like aneurysm repairs
• Uses advanced surgical and endoscopic techniques
• Published extensively on neurosurgery outcomes
• Works with pediatric and adult cases

Specializes in treating complex brain and spine conditions, including Moyamoya disease, at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
• Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
• Published research on innovative surgical approaches

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

Prof. Dr. Ceylan has performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries, including complex cases in the sellar region, at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Specializes in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery for pituitary tumors
• Over 30 years of experience as a professor and head of neurosurgery
• Trained in the UK under leading neurosurgeons Bernard Williams and Edward Hitchcock
• Member of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Skull Base Committee
• Recipient of the 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award

Specializes in Moyamoya disease with advanced cerebrovascular surgery training. Dr. Boztepe brings decades of neurosurgical expertise to Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Trained in cerebrovascular surgery through Turkish Neurosurgery Association courses
• Attended specialized pediatric orthopedic meetings relevant to neurological conditions
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association with focus on vascular disorders
• Performs both diagnostic and surgical interventions for Moyamoya

Head of Neurosurgery at Nordwest Clinic – Dr. Ulrich specializes in brain and vessel microsurgery with 38+ years of experience.

• Practicing neurosurgery since 1985
• Published researcher in neurobiology
• Member of the German Society of Neurosurgery and EANS
• Former head of neurosurgery departments in 4 German clinics

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, specializing in complex brain conditions like Moyamoya disease.

• Clinical Fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Experience at multiple leading hospitals including Istanbul Training and Research Hospitals

Dr. Ramazan Sari is an Associate Professor specializing in neurosurgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, with extensive academic and clinical expertise.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Contributed to establishing the neurosurgery department at Medipol University
• Proficient in both Turkish and English for patient care
• Holds an Associate Professorship in neurosurgery since 2021

Professor Salih Murat Imer brings 38+ years of neurosurgical expertise, including advanced training in functional neurosurgery – key for Moyamoya care.

• Specialized in cerebrovascular surgery at Istanbul University
• Trained in Finland and France for advanced neurosurgical techniques
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Performs surgeries at Florence Nightingale Hospital

As head of a neuro-oncology clinic, Dr. Bokstein expertly handles complex neurological conditions requiring precise diagnosis and treatment planning.

• He specializes in managing brain tumors and vascular neurological disorders.
• Works at the renowned Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).
• Experience includes creating personalized treatment strategies for delicate brain conditions.

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.

Dr. Grossman completed a prestigious brain tumor fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital – a leading center for complex neurosurgery. She works at the Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) in Tel Aviv.

• Performs complex brain procedures, including awake craniotomies
• Specializes in minimally invasive endoscopic surgery for skull base tumors
• Holds membership in major international neurosurgical societies like EANS and WFNS
• Trained in advanced techniques through an international course in London
• Conducts research contributing to novel brain tumor treatments

Dr. Ibrahim Akkurt specializes in complex neurosurgical conditions, including brain and spine tumors, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in microsurgical techniques for lumbar and cervical disc herniation
• Specializes in scoliosis surgery and spinal fracture treatments
• Experienced in spinal canal narrowing and lumbar slipping surgeries

Dr. Keles specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, offering precise treatments for complex conditions at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery
• Skilled in surgical treatment for spine fractures
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for cervical and lumbar herniations

Dr. Roth has dual specialization in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery at the leading Sourasky Medical Center. His advanced training in endoscopic skull base surgery provides a modern approach.

• Performs a wide range of vascular and reconstructive neurosurgical procedures
• Specialized in pediatric neurosurgery at NYU Langone Health
• Trained in endoscopic techniques at Cornell Medical Center in New York
• Member of the European Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery

Professor Navo has performed over 100 surgeries for tumors at the skull base – the area affected in Moyamoya. He leads the Neurosurgery Department at Ichilov Medical Center.

• He is a specialist in minimally invasive endoscopic brain surgery.
• His training includes a fellowship in advanced skull base surgery in the United States.
• He operates on both adult and pediatric patients.
• He is a member of the North American Skull Base Society.