Page 2 - Best neurosurgeons in Istanbul: TOP 106 doctors

Specializing in spine conditions – Dr. Dogu focuses on degenerative diseases, trauma, and tumors at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• 10 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expertise in minimally invasive spine techniques
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci trained under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil, a pioneer in micro neurosurgery, and has performed over 1,000 complex neurosurgical procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in microsurgery and endoscopic skull base techniques
• Founding chairman of Turkey's Skull Base Society
• Member of the European Skull Base Society Executive Committee
• Published 110+ scientific papers in international journals

Dr. Hakan Hanimoglu is a dedicated brain and nerve surgery specialist with experience across top hospitals in Istanbul.

• Specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Trained in multiple leading university hospitals
• Over 25 years of experience of neurosurgical practice
• Handles a wide range of brain and nerve conditions

Dr. Kitis has performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures, specializing in complex cerebrovascular conditions at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 16 years of experience of neurosurgery experience in leading Istanbul hospitals
• Expertise in Moyamoya disease and brain tumor removal
• Trained at Bezmialem University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical background

Prof. Kaynar leads the Neurosurgery Department at Memorial Şişli Hospital, with a strong focus on neurovascular conditions.

• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty
• Board member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Specializes in complex neurovascular cases
• Extensive experience in academic and clinical neurosurgery

Dr. Gulsah Ozturk Ozluk brings international expertise in neurosurgery, trained at top institutions like Johns Hopkins and Oregon Health and Science University.

• Specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Worked in the USA and Turkey, gaining diverse experience
• Fellowship-trained at prestigious medical centers
• Handles a wide range of neurosurgical cases

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' – Dr. Karacaoglan specializes in natural-looking results at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• 33 years of experience of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• 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

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with over 22 years of experience of experience – Dr. Sari specializes in complex neurosurgical cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital with EANS accreditation
• Contributed to establishing the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol University
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patient consultations
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Yil specializes in complex cerebrovascular and spinal cases with Yale-trained expertise.

• Fellowship-trained at Yale School of Medicine in cerebrovascular research
• Awarded Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize by Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Active member of AOSpine and Turkish Spine Association
• Organizes international skull-base anatomy courses

38 years of experience performing complex brain and nerve surgeries – Prof. Akalan specializes in epilepsy and pediatric neurosurgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Extensive experience using O-arm Imaging and intraoperative MRI for precision
• Published 117 scientific papers and co-authored a major neurosurgery textbook
• Specializes in epilepsy surgery, glioma treatment, and movement disorders
• Expert in advanced techniques to minimize surgical risks

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guclu has 23 years of experience in neurosurgery, specializing in spine and functional neurosurgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained at Cleveland Clinic for advanced spine techniques
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Specializes in full-endoscopic spinal operations
• Published 22 international papers on neurosurgical outcomes
• Expert in minimally invasive spine surgeries

Prof. Akcakaya specializes in minimally invasive brain surgery – trained at Hannover Medical School in advanced stereotactic techniques.

• Over 20 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Fellowship-trained in sterotactic and functional neurosurgery
• Board-certified by the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Expert in Gamma Knife procedures and deep brain stimulation
• Academic professor training future neurosurgeons

Professor Salih Murat Imer is a Gamma Knife specialist with advanced training in Marseille – performing precise neurosurgical procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 41 years of experience of neurosurgery experience with Turkish Board certification
• Specialized in minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery from Herne, Germany
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Former professor at Istanbul University's prestigious neurosurgery department

Prof. Ibrahim Ziyal brings 30 years of experience of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in brain tumors and cerebrovascular disorders at Memorial Göztepe Hospital.

• Trained at George Washington University and São Paulo Institute of Neurological Sciences
• Founding Head of Neurosurgery at Abant İzzet Baysal University
• Member of prestigious organizations like AANS, CNS, and WFNS
• Specializes in pituitary, aneurysm, and cavernoma surgeries

Specializes in far lateral lumbar disc surgery – a precise microsurgical approach for complex spinal conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• 26 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Fellowship-trained at Florida University in Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy
• Expert in neurovascular surgery and cerebrovascular diseases
• Published multiple articles in international conferences and journals

Dr. Kemal Paksoy specializes in neurosurgery with focus on spinal procedures and neuromodulation, backed by 19 years of experience at top institutions.

• Worked at Memorial Hospitals Group Spine Center for 19 years of experience
• Academic faculty member at Üsküdar University
• Expert in neuromodulation and algology techniques
• Published in multiple international scientific journals

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon. She trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She earned her MD in 1984 after study from 1978 to 1984. She completed neurosurgery training from 1986 to 1993. Her 1993 dissertation examined “Fetal Hypophysis Transplantation Under the Renal Capsule in Rats.”

She completed advanced courses in endoscopic pituitary surgery (2005, 2007, 2008) and endoscopic lumbar disc surgery (2007). She also trained in molecular genetics for clinicians (2003) and CME with the World Federation of Neurology (2002). She studied epilepsy surgery focused on insular–hippocampal anatomy (1999) and thoracolumbar trauma (1998). She attended the EANS European Neurosurgery Course (1988). Her clinical training includes observerships at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades and Hôpital Lariboisière in 1991. She completed an internship there in 1999.

Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate – a unique innovation in spine surgery. He performs complex procedures at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• 17 years of experience of experience in neurology, neurosurgery, and spine surgery
• Member of prestigious societies including AO Spine and Euro Spine
• Recognized with multiple best presentation awards
• Specializes in complex spine conditions and innovative techniques

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga specializes in skull base surgery – one of neurosurgery's most delicate areas – with 35 years of experience of experience at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Expert in neurovascular and spinal cord surgeries
• Published in international peer-reviewed neurosurgery journals
• Professor training next-generation neurosurgeons
• Trained at Istanbul University – Turkey's top medical school