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Ercan Kaya

  • 4.3 Good • 73 reviews
  • 6 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Op. Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgeon. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020 and became a specialist in neurosurgery.

    His clinical focus is spine and spinal cord disorders. He completed an observership in the Complex Spinal Surgery Department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgical center in the United Kingdom.

    He completed mandatory service in Mardin. He also worked at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has been a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital. He provides care for brain, spine, and peripheral nerve disorders.

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Mehmet Hakan Sahin

  • 5 Excellent • 3 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Atlas University Hospital
  • Dr. Mehmet Hakan Şahin is a neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital (as of 2026). He specializes in neuro-oncological and neurovascular surgery. He also performs skull base, complex cranial, and spine surgery. He was an Assistant Professor at Atatürk University (2019–2024). He served at UW Health (2024–2025).

    He has 29 international peer-reviewed papers and 11 national papers. He has written 5 textbook chapters. He has given 7 oral presentations, including at AANS 2025 and a 2024 panel on supratotal glioma resection. His honors include the 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Young Neurosurgeon Incentive Award (Second Prize) and 1st Prize at the 1st Yaşargil Microneurosurgery Academy. He holds the Turkish Neurosurgery Qualification Certificate (2023). He has been a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association since 2017 (No. 1620).

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Halil Can

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı
  • Dr. Halil Can is a Professor of Neurosurgery at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in endoscopic and microsurgical spine surgery for tumors and degenerative diseases. Dr. Can is an author of 21 international peer-reviewed publications. He performs complex procedures including endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery.

    • Conducted Phase I safety trials for stem-cell treatments in spinal cord injuries.
    • Reported on surgical outcomes for 81 posterior circulation aneurysm cases.
    • Expert in advanced pain management like intradiscal ozone therapy and laser nucleoplasty.
    • Performs functional neurosurgery including Parkinson's surgery and spinal cord stimulator implantation.
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Ali Osman Mucuoglu

  • 5 Excellent • 3 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Atlas University Hospital
  • Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spine cysts, backed by extensive training and research at Dokuz Eylül University.

    • Published case reports on rare spine conditions
    • Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
    • Advanced training in spinal surgery techniques
    • Experience in minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures
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Alper Karaoglan

  • 4 Good • 1 review
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Bodrum, Memorial Bodrum Hospital
  • Professor Alper Karaoglan specializes in neurosurgery with decades of experience, currently at Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

    • Over 32 years in neurosurgery with extensive spine expertise
    • Received Best Paper Award from Turkish Neurosurgical Society
    • Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society
    • Professor at Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine
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Kenan Kibici

  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital
  • Dr. Kenan Kibici specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spine conditions, bringing extensive military and academic experience to his practice at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

    • Member of Spine Society of Europa and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
    • Published multiple research papers on spine surgery and nerve-related conditions
    • Holds a Master's degree in Hospital and Health Institutions Management
    • Lecturer at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
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Abdullah Emre Tacyildiz

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Tekirdag, Optimed International Hospital
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdullah Emre Taçyıldız is a neurosurgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He has more than 10 years of experience. He graduated from Mersin University Faculty of Medicine in 2012. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Training and Research Hospital in 2019. He has worked at Gölbaşı Community Health Center, Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University, Karabük Training and Research Hospital, and Malatya Turgut Özal University.

    His main fields include brain tumors, back and neck pain, lumbar and cervical disc herniation, head and neck injuries, and spinal stenosis. He is a member of national and international neurosurgery societies. He has an academic research background and solid surgical experience. He provides diagnosis and neurosurgical care.

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Tansu Gursoy

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Tekirdag, Optimed International Hospital
  • Op. Dr. Tansu Gürsoy is a brain and nerve surgery specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital. He completed his training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. His practice focuses on spine surgery. Key areas include degenerative scoliosis, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, trauma, and tumors.

    In 2019, he won third place from the Turkish Neurosurgery Association for a paper on prebending rods and sagittal parameters in lumbar degenerative scoliosis. He co-authored Chapter 75 (Lenke-Silva Classification & Adult Degenerative Scoliosis) in The Aging Spine. His thesis analyzed screw malposition in 415 thoracolumbar pedicle fixation cases.

    He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association (Spinal & Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group), the Turkish Spine Association, and the Turkish Medical Association. He completed the Advanced Spinal Surgery Course and the Hands-on Microvascular Anastomosis & Microsurgery training. He holds a Category A Certificate for Experimental Animals. He also attends major spine congresses.

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Ahmet Karkucak

  • 4.3 Good • 4 reviews
  • 7 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
  • Specializes in spine surgery, including spine cysts, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

    • Expertise in treating spine tumors and spinal fractures
    • Proficient in peripheral nerve surgery techniques
    • Skilled in managing waist, neck, and back hernias
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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 lumbar and cervical disc herniation – Dr. Akkurt focuses on minimally invasive spine procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

    • Expert in scoliosis surgery and spine fracture treatments
    • Performs spinal canal narrowing and lumbar slipping surgeries
    • Trained in brain and spine tumor interventions
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Naki Keles

  • 4.3 Good • 4 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
  • Dr. Keles specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, including endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

    • Expert in surgical treatment for spine fractures
    • Performs minimally invasive techniques for cervical and lumbar herniations
    • Focuses on reducing recovery times with advanced surgical approaches
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Eli Ashkenazi

  • 4.4 Good • 13 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Assuta Medical Center
  • Dr. Eli Ashkenazi has performed over 1,000 spine surgeries as founder and head of the Israel Spine Center at Assuta Hospital.

    • Specializes in lumbar and cervical spine conditions
    • Offers TOPS™ System for spinal stenosis
    • 27 years' experience in neurosurgery
    • Trained in spinal surgery at Montefiore Medical Center
    • Published 50+ papers on spine treatments
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Naci Karacaoglan

  • 4.5 Good • 495 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a top plastic surgeon in Turkey with over 33 years of experience, known for natural-looking results in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries.

    • Named 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeon' by Harper's Bazaar and Elle
    • Awarded 'cosmetic surgery expert' by Turkey's Ministry of Health
    • Member of four prestigious plastic surgery societies
    • Trained at Hacettepe and Erciyes Universities
    • Completed fellowships in Istanbul and Oregon
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Mehmet Besir Surme

  • 5 Excellent • 1 review
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Eskisehir, Neurosurgeon Dr. Mehmet Beşir SÜRME
  • Dr. Surme specializes in spinal neurosurgery at Eskişehir City Hospital, with a strong focus on spine cysts and related conditions.

    • Published multiple studies on spinal conditions, including epidural hematomas and Chiari malformations
    • Trained in pediatric neurosurgery at Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome
    • Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society with numerous presentations
    • Performs advanced surgical techniques for spinal disorders
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Radoslaw Michalik

  • 4.7 Excellent • 102 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Poland, Warsaw, Carolina Hospital
  • Specializes in spine surgery with a focus on artificial disk implants and endoscopic procedures. Performs at Carolina Hospital with international training.

    • Graduated from Medical University in Warsaw
    • Completed internships and conferences in the USA, Germany, and other countries
    • Author of multiple neurosurgery publications
    • Expert in surgical treatment of spinal tumors
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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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Mehmet Akif Gogusgeren

  • 4.4 Good • 3 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Avicenna International Hospital
  • With 34 years in neurosurgery, Dr. Gogusgeren specializes in minimally invasive spine procedures at Avicenna International Hospital.

    • Performs surgeries under microscope for precision
    • Prioritizes patient trust and post-op care
    • Available to patients at any time
    • Follows 'first do no harm' principle rigorously
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François Lechanoine

  • 14 years of experience
  • Italy, Bologna, Maria Cecilia Hospital
  • Performed over 2,500 surgeries, including 1,600 as lead surgeon – Dr. Lechanoine specializes in complex spine procedures at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

    • Expert in minimally invasive spine techniques like UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy)
    • Holds the European Diploma of Spine Surgery (Eurospine)
    • Authored numerous scientific publications with a total impact factor of 71.46
    • Founded a UBE surgical training center at Maria Cecilia Hospital
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Melih Ucer

  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Biruni University Hospital
  • Associate professor with specialized training at the University of Wisconsin – Dr. Ucer focuses on spine conditions at Biruni University Hospital.

    • 19 years of neurosurgical experience
    • Member of EUROSPINE and Turkish Spine Society
    • Visiting scholar at University of Wisconsin's neurosurgery department
    • Specialized in complex spine surgeries
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