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Best Spine cyst doctors in Istanbul: TOP 27 doctors

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Serkan Kitis

  • 4.7 Excellent 345 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Kitis specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital, with a focus on spine-related conditions.

    • Over 10 years of neurosurgery experience
    • Worked at Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine
    • Research background in brain and nerve surgery
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Professor Onur Yaman

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Professor Onur Yaman leads the Middle East Spine Society – specializing in spine conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

    • Over 15 years of neurosurgery experience
    • Formerly worked at Koç University Hospital Spine Center
    • Published author and international speaker on spine topics
    • Current instructor at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine
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Akin Akakin

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Dr. Akin Akakin specializes in far lateral lumbar disc surgery – a precise microsurgical approach to spinal conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

    • 20+ years of neurosurgical experience
    • Fellowship-trained in neuroanatomy at Florida University
    • Expert in minimally invasive spine techniques
    • Published multiple research articles internationally
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Naci Karacaoglan

  • 4.6 Excellent 472 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a top plastic surgeon in Turkey with over 30 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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Mustafa Bozbuga

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Over 30 years of neurosurgery experience – Prof. Dr. Bozbuga specializes in complex spine and spinal cord surgeries at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

    • Expertise in skull base and neurovascular surgery
    • Published in multiple international peer-reviewed journals
    • Graduated and trained at Istanbul University Medical School
    • Regular presenter at international neurosurgery conferences
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Melih Uc

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spine conditions – trained at the University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic.

    • Expert in minimally invasive spine procedures
    • Published research on percutaneous direct pars repair
    • Works at Valued Med Hub Hospitals
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Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
  • Specializes in spinal surgery, including complex spine deformities, at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

    • Over 20 years of experience in neurosurgery
    • Expert in minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques
    • Published research on spinal surgery outcomes
    • Trained at Bakırköy Mazhar Osman Research Hospital
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Idris Avci

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Dr. Idris Avci specializes in spine cyst treatments at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, with training from Johns Hopkins University in Fundamental Neuroscience and Neuroimaging.

    • Board-certified in Brain and Nerve Surgery with extensive training
    • Completed Health Tourism Certification for international patient care
    • Works as an academic staff member at Üsküdar University
    • Certified as a football physician by FIFA
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Savas Ceylan

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
  • Performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries – Prof. Ceylan specializes in complex neurosurgical procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

    • Head of Neurosurgery Department at Kocaeli University since 1998
    • Expert in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery for sellar region pathologies
    • Member of World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Skull Base Committee
    • Trained in syringomyelia and stereotactic neurosurgery in the UK
    • Recipient of 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award
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Musa Boztepe

  • 4.7 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
  • Specialized in spinal conditions with over 30 years of experience – Dr. Boztepe focuses on precise treatment for spine cysts at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

    • Extensive training in spinal surgery and peripheral nerve procedures
    • Attended specialized courses on cerebrovascular surgery and head traumas
    • Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
    • Focused on minimally invasive techniques for better recovery
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Ozdogan Selcuk

  • New
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Estexper Clinic
  • Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, and specializes in spine conditions at Estexper Clinic.

    • Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Yeditepe University
    • Member of the Turkish Spine Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
    • Extensive experience in neurosurgery at top Turkish hospitals
    • Specializes in complex spine conditions and neurovascular cases
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Onur Yaman

  • 4.7 Excellent 131 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate – a testament to his innovative approach in spine surgery.

    • 25 years of experience in neurology, neurosurgery, and spine surgery
    • Member of multiple prestigious societies including AO Spine and Euro Spine
    • Received best presentation awards from 2013 to 2016
    • Associate Professor since 2015
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Ramazan Sari

  • 5 Excellent 50 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Associate Professor in neurosurgery with 19+ years of experience – Dr. Sari specializes in complex spinal conditions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    • Trained at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
    • Participated in EANS accreditation during specialization
    • Academic lecturer at Medipol and Eurasia Universities
    • Advanced proficiency in English for international patients
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Salih Murat Imer

  • 5 Excellent 50 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Professor Salih Murat Imer brings over 30 years of neurosurgical expertise to spine cyst treatment at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    • Trained in functional neurosurgery with international fellowships
    • Specialized in minimally invasive endoscopic spine techniques
    • Published 68 articles and 9 book chapters on neurosurgery
    • Former professor at Istanbul University's neurosurgery department
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Baran Yil

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Dr. Baran Yil trained at Yale School of Medicine in cerebrovascular research and is recognized for his expertise in spine conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

    • Specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spine procedures
    • Member of Turkish Spine Association and AOSpine
    • Awarded 'Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize'
    • Organized multiple skull-base anatomy and neurosurgery courses
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Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran brings over 20 years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in spine cyst treatment at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

    • Trained in microsurgery at GATA – enhancing precision in spinal procedures
    • Visiting physician at University of Southern California – international exposure
    • Associate Professor title reflects academic excellence in neurosurgery
    • Board member of Neurosurgical Society – peer recognition
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Tuncay Kaner

  • New
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital
  • Specialized in spinal surgery with fellowship training at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center. Associate Professor with extensive experience in neurosurgery.

    • Fellowship-trained at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center
    • Associate Professor in neurosurgery
    • Member of Scoliosis Research Society (SRS)
    • Participated in Spinal Surgery Program at Istanbul American Hospital
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Kenan Kibici

  • New
  • 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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Kenan Kapici

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Dr. Kapici brings 12 years as Chief Assistant at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital's Neurosurgery Clinic, specializing in spine conditions.

    • Lecturer and Head of Neurosurgery at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
    • Trained in spine surgery and microsurgery techniques
    • Member of Spine Society of Europe and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
    • Over 20 years of neurosurgical experience across military and civilian hospitals
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Ilhan Elmaci

  • 5 Excellent 50 reviews
  • 39 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci has over 30 years of neurosurgery experience, specializing in complex spine conditions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    • Trained in micro neurosurgery at Zurich University under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil
    • Enhanced expertise in neurooncology and vascular neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University
    • Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey
    • Specializes in microsurgery, endoscopic surgery, and advanced techniques like neuromonitorization
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DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
16 years of experienceSpinal neurosurgery casesSpecializes in neurosurgery with extensive experience in spine conditions. Currently practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital, one of Turkey's leading medical centers.
Turkey
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25 years of experienceSpine cyst treatmentPresident of Middle East Spine Society – combines academic leadership with clinical expertise. Formerly at prestigious Koç University Hospital Spine Center.
Turkey
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26 years of experienceFar lateral disc herniationsPioneer in lateral microsurgical approach for spinal cysts. Florida University fellowship-trained with international research publications.
Turkey
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33 years of experiencePlastic & reconstructive surgeryRecognized as one of Turkey's top plastic surgeons with natural-looking results. Awarded expert title by Ministry of Health with 30+ years of experience.
Turkey
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35 years of experienceComplex spinal cord surgerySpecializes in high-risk spinal cord and skull base surgeries with three decades of experience. Professor at NPISTANBUL with multiple international publications.
Turkey
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19 years of experienceMinimally invasive spine proceduresSpecialized training at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic. Published researcher on minimally invasive spine techniques.
Turkey
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23 years of experienceComplex spine deformitiesExpert in minimally invasive spinal surgery with extensive research on outcomes. Published in prestigious neurosurgery journals.
Turkey
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12 years of experienceComplex spine cyst casesSpecializes in spine cyst treatments with Johns Hopkins training. Certified for international patient care and academic contributions to neurosurgery.
Turkey
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32 years of experienceComplex sellar region pathologiesWorld-renowned expert in endoscopic skull base surgery with 5,629+ procedures. Head of Neurosurgery at Kocaeli University and WFNS Skull Base Committee member.
Turkey
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37 years of experienceComplex spine cyst casesExpert in minimally invasive spinal procedures with specialized training in cerebrovascular and peripheral nerve surgery. Active member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
Turkey
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