Best Spinal cord abscess Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 43

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar specializes in spinal cord abscess treatment at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, with expertise in neurosurgery for both adults and children.

• Graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 2012
• Trained in neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Experienced in treating brain and spine diseases
• Skilled in surgical interventions for spinal cord conditions

Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in functional neurosurgery and deep brain stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders. Dr. Kaya previously led a Parkinson’s disease research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University. He earned the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.

• Performs complex brain tumor removals and skull base surgeries.
• Treats spinal conditions including tumors, stenosis, and herniated discs.
• Completed specialized observerships in cellular neuroscience at Maastricht University.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Prof. Dr. Erhan Arslan specializes in spinal cord surgery with over 19 years of experience of neurosurgical experience at top institutions.

• Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgery techniques
• Published research on spinal cord ischemia and innovative treatments
• Clinical observer at Helsinki University Central Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Current professor at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital

Specializes in spinal surgery with extensive experience at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, treating complex spine conditions like spinal stenosis and herniated discs.

• Over 23 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques
• Published numerous articles on spinal surgery techniques
• Skilled in pediatric neurosurgery for spinal conditions

Prof. Ersoy Kocabicak specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on deep brain stimulation and neuromodulation techniques at Atlas University Hospital.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Ondokuz Mayıs University and Maastricht University
• Founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
• Published 46 international articles on neurosurgical techniques
• Current Rector of Atlas University

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoğlu specializes in spinal cord injuries and complex spinal surgeries, with extensive research in spinal cord regeneration.

• Trained in spinal cord research under Prof. Charles Tator at the University of Toronto
• Recipient of multiple awards for spinal cord injury research
• Published 65 international scientific articles and edited 7 books
• Member of EUROSPINE, AO Spine, and Turkish Spine Society

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

• 32 years of experience of neurosurgery experience with a focus on spinal cord pathologies
• Trained in syringomyelia and stereotactic neurosurgery in the UK
• Published extensively on endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery techniques
• Member of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Skull Base Committee

Dr. Kitis specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital, with over a decade of focused experience in complex spinal conditions.

• 16 years of experience of neurosurgery practice in leading Istanbul hospitals
• Expertise in spinal cord procedures, including abscess treatment
• Research background in brain and nerve surgery at Bezmialem University
• Member of Turkey's neurosurgical community with extensive training

Associate Professor Ramazan Sari specializes in neurosurgery with over a decade of focused practice, currently at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Contributed to establishing the neurosurgery department at Medipol University
• Holds an associate professorship in neurosurgery since 2021
• Proficient in advanced English for international patient consultations

Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate – a unique innovation in spine surgery. He works at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital with 17 years of experience of specialized experience.

• Recognized with best presentation awards from 2013–2016
• Member of multiple prestigious spine societies including AO Spine and Euro Spine
• Associate Professor with expertise in complex spine conditions
• Graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Melih Uc specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spinal cord conditions, including tumors and abscesses.

• 19 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
• Published research on minimally invasive spinal techniques
• Works at Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Prof. Imer brings over 41 years of experience of neurosurgical expertise, with specialized training in advanced techniques like endoscopic spine surgery and Leksell Gamma Knife procedures.

• Former professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Completed advanced training in functional neurosurgery in Finland and France
• Published 68 articles and contributed to 9 medical book chapters
• Certified in full-endoscopic spine surgery – a minimally invasive approach

Dr. Baran Yil brings expertise from Yale School of Medicine and specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spinal conditions.

• Completed Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale
• Member of Turkish Spine Association and AOSpine
• Recipient of Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize
• Organized multiple neurosurgery and anatomy courses

26 years of experience specializing in complex neurosurgery – Assoc. Prof. Akın Akakın leads spinal procedures at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Expert in far lateral lumbar disc surgery using microsurgical techniques
• Fellowship-trained at Florida University in brain and nerve surgery
• Published multiple research articles on neurosurgical techniques
• Specializes in cerebrovascular diseases and aneurysms

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga specializes in complex spinal cord cases at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, with over 35 years of experience of neurosurgery experience.

• Expertise includes spine and spinal cord surgery
• Published in international peer-reviewed journals
• Professor at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
• Graduated from Istanbul University Medical School

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures over 16 years of experience – Dr. Olgun specializes in complex spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with 16 years of experience of experience
• Expertise in scoliosis, canal stenosis, and spinal disorders
• Active member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons
• Recognized by the Ministry of Health for contributions to neurosurgery

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specializes in brain tumor removal and pituitary adenoma surgery. Dr. Gazioglu completed the EANS European Neurosurgery Course. This is a top-tier training standard for surgeons in Europe. She also trained at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades in France.

• Expertise in endoscopic pituitary surgery and endoscopic lumbar disc procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Moya-moya disease and arteriovenous malformations.
• Performs brain aneurysm repairs and brain tumor embolization.
• Studied epilepsy surgery and insular–hippocampal anatomy at Istanbul University.

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.