Best Brain tumor doctors in Istanbul: TOP 37 doctors

900+ brain tumor procedures performed – Dr. Kitis is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 15 years of specialized neurosurgery experience
• Expert in tumor removal and neurosurgical consultations
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Currently practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Onur Yaman is the president of the Middle East Spine Society and a leading neurosurgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Specialized in neurosurgery with over 15 years of experience
• Worked at prestigious institutions like Koç University Hospital and Memorial Hospitals Group
• Awarded the title of professor in 2021 for his contributions to neurosurgery
• Active in many professional associations and international congresses

Prof. Dr. Orkun Koban specializes in complex head and neck tumors, bringing over 16 years of neurosurgical expertise to Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Expert in endoscopic spine surgery and advanced age spinal diseases
• Member of the Neurooncology Association and Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa and Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in scoliosis and tumor disease treatments

20+ years of experience in neurosurgery – Dr. Akakin specializes in complex brain and nerve conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Expert in far lateral lumbar disc surgery using lateral microsurgical approach
• Specializes in neurovascular surgery and cerebrovascular diseases
• Completed doctorate program at Florida University Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy
• Published multiple articles in international conferences and journals

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga has over 30 years of experience in neurosurgery, specializing in complex brain tumor cases at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Expert in skull base surgery and neuro-oncology
• Published in international peer-reviewed journals
• Presented research at global neurosurgery conferences
• Professor at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital
• Trained at Istanbul University Medical School

Specializes in brain tumor surgery with minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Over 20 years of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in Gamma Knife surgery for brain tumors
• Proficient in pediatric neurosurgery, including pediatric brain tumors
• Published numerous articles on brain tumor management

Dr. Avci trained at Johns Hopkins University in Fundamental Neuroscience and Neuroimaging – expertise that directly benefits complex brain tumor cases.

• Specialized in Brain and Nerve Surgery since 2020
• Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital – a dedicated neuroscience center
• Published in multiple international scientific journals
• Experience working in Germany, Netherlands, and Slovenia

Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabicak has 18+ years specializing in neurosurgery, with extensive research on deep brain stimulation techniques.

• Rector of Atlas University, overseeing the neurosurgery department
• Published 46+ international articles on brain treatments and neurostimulation
• Founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
• Fellowship-trained at Maastricht University in neuroscience

Performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries – Prof. Ceylan specializes in complex brain tumor cases at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in pituitary adenomas – treated 4,384 cases
• Trained in syringomyelia and stereotactic neurosurgery in the UK
• Head of Neurosurgery Department at Kocaeli University
• Member of WFNS Skull Base Committee
• Recipient of Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award

Specializes in brain tumor surgery with extensive neurosurgical training. Dr. Boztepe brings decades of experience to complex cases.

• Trained at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Completed specialized courses in cerebrovascular and functional neurosurgery
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Experience across multiple hospitals including Hospitalpark Darıca

Specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery – trained at Hannover Medical School, a leading center for brain tumor treatment.

• Associate Professor at Florence Nightingale Hospitals
• Fellowship in microsurgery of peripheral nerves at Tel Aviv Medical Center
• Over 14 years of neurosurgery experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with 19+ years of experience – Dr. Sari specializes in brain tumor treatment at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained 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 communication
• Academic lecturer at Eurasia University (2014-2021)

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

• Professor at Florence Nightingale Hospitals with 17+ years of neurosurgery experience
• Fellowship-trained in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery in Germany
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
• Award-winning researcher with European Board of Neurosurgery certification

Prof. Dr. Salih Murat Imer specializes in advanced neurosurgery with extensive training in Leksell Gamma Knife techniques.

• Over 30 years of neurosurgical experience, including leadership roles at top hospitals
• Expert in vestibular schwannomas and skull base surgery
• Certified in full-endoscopic spine surgery from Herne, Germany
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Founder of the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in brain and nerve surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Expertise in neurosurgical procedures for brain tumors
• Practices at a leading university hospital with advanced facilities
• Focuses on patient-centered care and treatment outcomes

Dr. Gunaldi specializes in endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery, performing precise brain tumor operations at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Neurosurgery specialist with years of dedicated practice
• Expert in neuro-oncological surgery techniques
• Former associate professor at a leading research hospital
• Authored multiple children's tales, reflecting a holistic approach to patient care

Over 30 years of neurosurgery experience – Dr. Kapici specializes in complex brain tumor cases at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Head of Neurosurgery Department at Altınbaş University
• Trained in microsurgery at GATA Military Medical Faculty
• Member of Spine Society of Europe
• Teaches neurosurgery at Altınbaş University

Professor Erol Akgul is an Interventional Neuroradiologist specializing in brain tumor treatments at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Member of the World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology
• Part of the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe
• Affiliated with the European Association of Radiology
• Active in the Turkish Society of Neuroradiology

Dr. Baran Yil completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale School of Medicine and has performed 1,100+ brain tumor treatments.

• 19 years of neurosurgery experience
• Trained under Prof. Dr. Türker KILIÇ at Marmara University
• Awarded Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize in 2017
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery and Spine Associations
• Specializes in skull-base and cerebrovascular procedures