Best Hydrocephalus doctors in Istanbul: TOP 11 doctors

Prof. Kaptanoglu specializes in complex neurosurgical cases, including hydrocephalus, with extensive experience in pediatric and trauma neurosurgery.

• 34 years of experience of neurosurgery practice
• Expertise in spinal and cranial procedures
• Award-winning research in spinal cord injuries
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine
• Previously Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University

The doctor graduated from Dicle University Faculty of Medicine in 1984 and completed specialization training in Pediatric Surgery at the same institution in 1994. With a focus on neonatal surgery, pediatric urology, oncological surgery, and more, the doctor holds a Turkish Pediatric Surgery Qualification Certificate since 2002.

Having participated in numerous specialized courses, including Anorectal Malformations and Repairs and International Hypospadias Courses, the doctor is a member of several professional societies such as the Turkish Society of Pediatric Surgery and the Pediatric Urology Society.

Dr. Sinan Comu brings advanced American treatment approaches, learned during his US training, to his work at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Has over 30 years of experience of experience as a neurologist
• Specializes in pediatric neurology for infants, children, and adolescents
• Trained at the University of Pittsburgh and Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
• Treats a wide range of neurological conditions, including hydrocephalus
• Member of the Child Neurology Society and Turkish Neurological Society

Dr. Yil completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale School of Medicine, a leading center for neurosurgery research and innovation.

• Over 21 years of experience of neurosurgery experience since training at Marmara University
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and AOSpine
• Won the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize in 2017
• Trained under Prof Dr Türker KILIÇ at Marmara University

30 years of experience specializing in neurosurgery at Bahçelievler Medical Park Hospital – Dr. Kapici brings extensive expertise to hydrocephalus treatment.

• Over 30 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Head of Neurosurgery Department at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized training in microsurgery from GATA Military Medical Faculty
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Spine Society of Europe

Dr. Ahmet Oktem specializes in Hydrocephalus treatment at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, combining extensive research and clinical expertise.

• Medical specialization from Hacettepe University
• Doctorate in Biotechnology from Ankara University
• Over a decade of research in pediatrics and biotechnology
• Affiliated with prestigious institutions like Ufuk University

Over 14 years of experience of neurosurgery experience with a high success rate, specializing in complex brain and spine conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in endoscopic third ventriculostomy – a key procedure for hydrocephalus
• Performed thousands of successful surgeries for severe neurological conditions
• Trained in microsurgery and neuroendoscopy at top international institutions
• Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, combining clinical practice with academic leadership

Dr. Murat Cakar is an Assistant Professor of Pediatric Surgery. His focus includes neonatal thoracic and abdominal diseases, esophageal atresia replacement, diaphragmatic hernia, pediatric cancer surgery (Wilms tumor, neuroblastoma), and testicular surgical conditions.

He earned his MD from Cumhuriyet University (1998–2005). He completed pediatric surgery training (2006–2011). He worked as a pediatric surgeon (2011–2013). He has served as Head of Pediatric Surgery at Karabük University, İstinye University/Liv Hospital (since 2020), and Aydın University (since 2021).

His roles include Founding Manager of Karabük University Hospital, Head of Laboratory Operations, and Chair of Child Advocacy Centers. He has also served on Medicines and Medical Supplies Commissions. He is a member of the Turkish Association of Pediatric Surgeons and the Pediatric Urology Association.

Specializing in pediatric neurosurgery for 17 years of experience, Dr. Baskan focuses on hydrocephalus at Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Works with neurooncological surgery and congenital anomalies
• Faculty member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon with 45 years of experience of experience, specializing in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery.

• Fellowship-trained at Yale University and Florida University
• Published 47 articles in SCI international journals
• Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical societies
• Expert in endoscopic techniques for complex cases