Page 2 - Best Craniotomy doctors in Istanbul: TOP 28 doctors

Trained at Johns Hopkins and Toronto Western Hospital – two of the world's leading neurosurgery centers. Experience spans over 30 years in complex neurological procedures.

• Specializes in functional neurosurgery with international training
• Has worked at top medical institutions across Turkey and North America
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Dr. Gunaldi specializes in endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery, recognized among the best in his field. He works at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital.

• Expert in neuro-oncological surgery with extensive experience
• Associate professor since 2016, showcasing academic excellence
• Passionate about advancing neurosurgery techniques and patient care

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu specializes in complex cranial surgeries, including brain tumors and cerebral hemorrhages, with decades of experience at top institutions.

• Over 30 years in neurosurgery, focusing on cranial and spinal procedures
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University – a leading academic hospital
• Published 100+ scientific articles and edited 7 books on neurosurgery
• Recipient of multiple awards for spinal cord injury research
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine – international neurosurgery societies

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, including endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in surgical treatment for spine fractures
• Performs minimally invasive surgery for cervical and lumbar herniations
• Focuses on reducing recovery time with advanced techniques

Dr. Kemal Paksoy specializes in neurosurgery at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, focusing on advanced procedures like craniotomy.

• Graduated from Karadeniz Technical University in 2007
• Completed neurosurgery specialty training at Ondokuz Mayıs University
• Worked at Memorial Hospitals Group Spine Center for 6 years
• Member of the academic staff at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine
• Published in numerous international and national scientific journals

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil – a pioneer in neurosurgery – and specializes in complex brain procedures at Estexper Clinic.

• Completed fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Yeditepe University
• Former faculty member at Haliç University's Department of Neurosurgery

Professor Ibrahim Bayar Cinar brings cardiovascular surgery expertise to craniotomy cases at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Trained at University of Ottawa Heart Center in Canada
• Member of European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
• Assistant Professor at Siyami Ersek Heart Center for 13 years
• Professor at Altınbaş University's cardiovascular surgery department