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Best Removal of spinal cord tumor neurosurgeons in Istanbul: TOP 32 doctors

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Mustafa Solak
Clinical oncologist
18 years of experience
4.5
144 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Mustafa Solak

Clinical oncologist
18 years of experience
  • Dr. Mustafa Solak specializes in the removal of spinal cord tumors.
  • Utilizes minimally invasive surgery, microsurgery, and intraoperative monitoring.
  • Experienced in spinal cord tumor resection and spinal reconstruction techniques.
  • Trained internationally, including at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
  • Holds certifications in neuro-oncology and spinal surgery.
  • Member of key oncological and neurosurgical professional societies.
  • Offers online consultations for global patients with spinal cord tumors.
  • Fluent in English and native in Turkish, facilitating diverse patient communication.
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  • Dr. Mustafa Solak specializes in the removal of spinal cord tumors.
  • Utilizes minimally invasive surgery, microsurgery, and intraoperative monitoring.
  • Experienced in spinal cord tumor resection and spinal reconstruction techniques.
  • Trained internationally, including at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
  • Holds certifications in neuro-oncology and spinal surgery.
  • Member of key oncological and neurosurgical professional societies.
  • Offers online consultations for global patients with spinal cord tumors.
  • Fluent in English and native in Turkish, facilitating diverse patient communication.
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Gokalp Silav
Neurosurgeon
30 years of experience
4.6
303 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Şişli Hospital

Gokalp Silav

Neurosurgeon
30 years of experience
  • Dr. Gökalp Silav specializes in advanced spinal cord tumor removal techniques.
  • Uses minimally invasive surgery, intraoperative monitoring, and precision neuronavigation.
  • Trained internationally in the USA at renowned institutions like Barrow Neurological University.
  • Employs cutting-edge methods such as endoscopic surgery, laser ablation, and fluorescence-guided resection.
  • Board-certified neurosurgeon with membership in The Turkish Medical Association and Neurosurgical Society.
  • Offers remote consultations for spinal cord tumor patients globally.
  • Fluent in English and Turkish, facilitating multi-lingual communication.
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  • Dr. Gökalp Silav specializes in advanced spinal cord tumor removal techniques.
  • Uses minimally invasive surgery, intraoperative monitoring, and precision neuronavigation.
  • Trained internationally in the USA at renowned institutions like Barrow Neurological University.
  • Employs cutting-edge methods such as endoscopic surgery, laser ablation, and fluorescence-guided resection.
  • Board-certified neurosurgeon with membership in The Turkish Medical Association and Neurosurgical Society.
  • Offers remote consultations for spinal cord tumor patients globally.
  • Fluent in English and Turkish, facilitating multi-lingual communication.
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4.6
303 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Removal of spinal cord tumor $12000
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Ahmet Karkucak
Neurosurgeon
5 years of experience
4.5
3 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH)

Ahmet Karkucak

Neurosurgeon
5 years of experience

Specializations

 

Brain Tumors

Aneurysm Surgery

Pituitary Surgery

Spine Surgery

Waist neck and back hernias

Spine Tumors

Spinal Fractures

Peripheral Nerve Surgery

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Specializations

 

Brain Tumors

Aneurysm Surgery

Pituitary Surgery

Spine Surgery

Waist neck and back hernias

Spine Tumors

Spinal Fractures

Peripheral Nerve Surgery

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Serdar Kahraman
Neurosurgeon
35 years of experience
4.5
221 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Liv Hospital Ulus

Serdar Kahraman

Neurosurgeon
35 years of experience

Dr. Serdar Kahraman is a highly experienced neurosurgeon with 30 years of practice and is head of the Neurosurgery Department at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in brain and nerve surgery, spinal surgery, neuroendoscopy and spinal endoscopic surgery. He has an impressive list of certificates and is a member of several prestigious organizations.

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Dr. Serdar Kahraman is a highly experienced neurosurgeon with 30 years of practice and is head of the Neurosurgery Department at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in brain and nerve surgery, spinal surgery, neuroendoscopy and spinal endoscopic surgery. He has an impressive list of certificates and is a member of several prestigious organizations.

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Nejat Akalan
Neurosurgeon
36 years of experience
4.5
462 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Mega University Hospital

Nejat Akalan

Neurosurgeon
36 years of experience
  • Dr. Nejat Akalan specializes in minimally invasive spinal cord tumor removal.
  • Expert in techniques like microsurgery, laser ablation, and intraoperative MRI.
  • Utilizes neuronavigation and neurophysiological monitoring during tumor removal.
  • Trained internationally, with significant experience in Europe and the United States.
  • Heads Neurosurgery Department at Medipol, focusing on advanced spinal procedures.
  • Member of renowned neurosurgical societies, ensuring adherence to global standards.
  • Consults patients in English and Turkish for spinal cord tumor concerns online.
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  • Dr. Nejat Akalan specializes in minimally invasive spinal cord tumor removal.
  • Expert in techniques like microsurgery, laser ablation, and intraoperative MRI.
  • Utilizes neuronavigation and neurophysiological monitoring during tumor removal.
  • Trained internationally, with significant experience in Europe and the United States.
  • Heads Neurosurgery Department at Medipol, focusing on advanced spinal procedures.
  • Member of renowned neurosurgical societies, ensuring adherence to global standards.
  • Consults patients in English and Turkish for spinal cord tumor concerns online.
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Tahsin Ozatli
Clinical oncologist
2014 years of experience
4.3
16 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir

Tahsin Ozatli

Clinical oncologist
2014 years of experience
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Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran
Neurosurgeon
22 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran

Neurosurgeon
22 years of experience

EDUCATION:

  • Turhan and Mediha Tansel Primary School (1979–1984)
  • Kültür College (1984–1988)
  • Semiha Şakir High School (1988–1991)
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (1991–1997)
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department, Specialist Training (1997–2002)
  • Title of Associate Professor in Neurosurgery (May 31, 2021)

ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

  • "Visiting Physician," University of Southern California, Department of Neurosurgery (1998)
  • "Microsurgery Training," GATA (Gülhane Military Medical Academy), Ankara Education and Research Hospital (2003)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

  • Gülhane Military Medical Academy Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital (2002–2003)
  • Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital (2003–2005)
  • Private Avicenna Ataşehir Hospital (2005–2012)
  • Private 29 Mayıs Hospital (2012–2013)
  • Maltepe State Hospital (2013–2018)
  • Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital (2018–2020)
  • Private Academic Hospital (2020–2022)
  • Hisar Intercontinental Hospital (2022–2024)
  • Private Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital (2024–Present)

ADMINISTRATIVE AND ACADEMIC ROLES:

  • Board Member, Neurosurgical Society (2006–2009)
  • Head of the Emergency Department, Maltepe State Hospital (2014–2016)
  • Deputy Chief Physician, Private Academic Hospital (2020–2021)
  • Advisory Board Member, Beykent University Faculty of Medicine (2018–2024)
  • Faculty Member, Galata University Faculty of Health Sciences (2022–2024)
  • Director, Continuous Education Center, Galata University (2022–2024)

 

 

 

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EDUCATION:

  • Turhan and Mediha Tansel Primary School (1979–1984)
  • Kültür College (1984–1988)
  • Semiha Şakir High School (1988–1991)
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (1991–1997)
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department, Specialist Training (1997–2002)
  • Title of Associate Professor in Neurosurgery (May 31, 2021)

ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

  • "Visiting Physician," University of Southern California, Department of Neurosurgery (1998)
  • "Microsurgery Training," GATA (Gülhane Military Medical Academy), Ankara Education and Research Hospital (2003)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

  • Gülhane Military Medical Academy Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital (2002–2003)
  • Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital (2003–2005)
  • Private Avicenna Ataşehir Hospital (2005–2012)
  • Private 29 Mayıs Hospital (2012–2013)
  • Maltepe State Hospital (2013–2018)
  • Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital (2018–2020)
  • Private Academic Hospital (2020–2022)
  • Hisar Intercontinental Hospital (2022–2024)
  • Private Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital (2024–Present)

ADMINISTRATIVE AND ACADEMIC ROLES:

  • Board Member, Neurosurgical Society (2006–2009)
  • Head of the Emergency Department, Maltepe State Hospital (2014–2016)
  • Deputy Chief Physician, Private Academic Hospital (2020–2021)
  • Advisory Board Member, Beykent University Faculty of Medicine (2018–2024)
  • Faculty Member, Galata University Faculty of Health Sciences (2022–2024)
  • Director, Continuous Education Center, Galata University (2022–2024)

 

 

 

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Gul Alco
Radiation oncologist
29 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Gul Alco

Radiation oncologist
29 years of experience

Education

  • 1986-1989, Bursa High School, Bursa, Turkey
  • 1989-1995, Istanbul University, Istanbul School of Medicine, Turkey
  • 1999-2003, (Residency) Kadir Has University, School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2015, (Associate Professor) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2021, (Professor) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2024, Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey

Experience

  • 1995-1999, Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul, Cardiology Department
  • 2003, Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul, Department of Radiation Oncology
  • 2015, (Associate Professor in Radiation Oncology) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2021, (Professor in Radiation Oncology) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2024, Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
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Education

  • 1986-1989, Bursa High School, Bursa, Turkey
  • 1989-1995, Istanbul University, Istanbul School of Medicine, Turkey
  • 1999-2003, (Residency) Kadir Has University, School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2015, (Associate Professor) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2021, (Professor) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2024, Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey

Experience

  • 1995-1999, Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul, Cardiology Department
  • 2003, Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul, Department of Radiation Oncology
  • 2015, (Associate Professor in Radiation Oncology) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2021, (Professor in Radiation Oncology) Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2024, Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul, Turkey
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Baran Yilmaz
Neurosurgeon
19 years of experience
4.7
39 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Baran Yilmaz

Neurosurgeon
19 years of experience

Education and Expertise

1998 - 2005 - Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

1998 - 2005 - Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul

(Head of the Department: Prof Dr Türker KILIÇ)

2011 - 2012 - Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA (Director: Murat Günel MD. PhD., Professor of Neurosurgery)Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship

 

Professional Memberships

2014 + Turkish Neurosurgery Association

2017 + Turkish Spine Association

2018 + AOSpine

 

Awards

Turkish Neurosurgery Society 31st Scientific Congress “Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize”, Antalya, 2017.

 

Courses and Certificates

1. Member of the Organizing Committee; 12. National Neuroscience Congress, Bahçeşehir University, 28-31 May 2014

2. Member of the Organizing Committee; 11. ASNO 'Skull-base Anatomy Course', 11-14 September 2014, Istanbul

3. Instructor / Member of the Organizing Committee; Neurosurgery Course Series – 4 /Prof. Dr. Evandro de Oliveira Skull Base Course 2, Prof. Rhoton Anatomy Lab BAU Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, 2015.

4. Member of the Organizing Committee; International Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery Microelectrode Recording Cadaver Course, Rhoton Anatomy Lab BAU Faculty of Medicine, 6-7 February 2015 Istanbul.

5. Organization Officer; TND Istanbul Meetings, Istanbul, 2015-2016

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Education and Expertise

1998 - 2005 - Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

1998 - 2005 - Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul

(Head of the Department: Prof Dr Türker KILIÇ)

2011 - 2012 - Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA (Director: Murat Günel MD. PhD., Professor of Neurosurgery)Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship

 

Professional Memberships

2014 + Turkish Neurosurgery Association

2017 + Turkish Spine Association

2018 + AOSpine

 

Awards

Turkish Neurosurgery Society 31st Scientific Congress “Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize”, Antalya, 2017.

 

Courses and Certificates

1. Member of the Organizing Committee; 12. National Neuroscience Congress, Bahçeşehir University, 28-31 May 2014

2. Member of the Organizing Committee; 11. ASNO 'Skull-base Anatomy Course', 11-14 September 2014, Istanbul

3. Instructor / Member of the Organizing Committee; Neurosurgery Course Series – 4 /Prof. Dr. Evandro de Oliveira Skull Base Course 2, Prof. Rhoton Anatomy Lab BAU Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, 2015.

4. Member of the Organizing Committee; International Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery Microelectrode Recording Cadaver Course, Rhoton Anatomy Lab BAU Faculty of Medicine, 6-7 February 2015 Istanbul.

5. Organization Officer; TND Istanbul Meetings, Istanbul, 2015-2016

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Abuzer Gungor
Neurosurgeon
17 years of experience
5.0
6 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Liv Hospital Vadistanbul

Abuzer Gungor

Neurosurgeon
17 years of experience
Dr. Abuzer Gungor is a distinguished neurosurgeon with a focus on neuroanatomy. He is a recognized Rhoton fellow at the University of Florida and has contributed to various research publications in the field of neurosurgery. His surgical skills include procedures like Discectomy, Brain tumor removal, Removal of spinal cord tumor, Transnasal resection of tumor, Surgical removal of the brain cyst, Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion, and Brain Aneurysm Repair.Read more
Dr. Abuzer Gungor is a distinguished neurosurgeon with a focus on neuroanatomy. He is a recognized Rhoton fellow at the University of Florida and has contributed to various research publications in the field of neurosurgery. His surgical skills include procedures like Discectomy, Brain tumor removal, Removal of spinal cord tumor, Transnasal resection of tumor, Surgical removal of the brain cyst, Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion, and Brain Aneurysm Repair.
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Baran Yılmaz
Neurosurgeon
4.3
16 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir

Baran Yılmaz

Neurosurgeon
Dr. Baran Yılmaz is an experienced neurosurgeon and spine surgeon with over 21 years of practice. He specializes in the treatment of a variety of neurological conditions and spinal disorders. His expertise includes procedures like brain tumor removal, spinal cord tumor removal, surgical treatment of scoliosis, and herniated disc surgery. He has been recognized with the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gokalp Young Neurosurgeon award and is a member of several professional associations.Read more
Dr. Baran Yılmaz is an experienced neurosurgeon and spine surgeon with over 21 years of practice. He specializes in the treatment of a variety of neurological conditions and spinal disorders. His expertise includes procedures like brain tumor removal, spinal cord tumor removal, surgical treatment of scoliosis, and herniated disc surgery. He has been recognized with the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gokalp Young Neurosurgeon award and is a member of several professional associations.
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Hakan Ozalp
Neurosurgeon
32 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital

Hakan Ozalp

Neurosurgeon
32 years of experience

Experience

2019 – 2019

  • University of Insubria, Varese, Italy, 

Insubria University Faculty of Medicine

2015

  • MERSİN UNIVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE, DOCTOR, LECTURER

2013 – 2015

  • ANKARA PRIVATE ACIBADEM HOSPITAL

2010 – 2012

  • DIYARBAKIR TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL,

2002 – 2003

  • AYDIN 1ST PRIVATE TRAINING BATTALION
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Education

2010

  • ANKARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE, BRAIN AND SURGERY SPECIALIST

1992

  • GAZI UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE
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Experience

2019 – 2019

  • University of Insubria, Varese, Italy, 

Insubria University Faculty of Medicine

2015

  • MERSİN UNIVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE, DOCTOR, LECTURER

2013 – 2015

  • ANKARA PRIVATE ACIBADEM HOSPITAL

2010 – 2012

  • DIYARBAKIR TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL,

2002 – 2003

  • AYDIN 1ST PRIVATE TRAINING BATTALION
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Education

2010

  • ANKARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE, BRAIN AND SURGERY SPECIALIST

1992

  • GAZI UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE
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5.0
2 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Removal of spinal cord tumor $12000 - $17000
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Cevdet Gokcek
Neurosurgeon
12 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Cevdet Gokcek

Neurosurgeon
12 years of experience

Trustworthy, attentive, successful neurosurgeon with over 34 years of experience, high rate of success and exceptional surgical skills, providing quality neurological service for patients, successfully treating over thousands of patients suffering from many severe, complex conditions of the brain, spine and the nerves. 

Experienced in performing treatment modalities like micro neurosurgery, endoscopic skull base surgery, endoscopic third ventriculostomy, minimally invasive spine surgery and percutaneous spine surgery. Keen on performing clinical research and attending national and international medical conferences to stay abreast of new technologies in the field. Compassionate and detail-oriented with excellent communication skills. Expertise in healthcare, education and program management. Adept at developing and implementing forward-thinking strategies to enhance patient outcomes and collective knowledge in the field. Desiring to bring skills and success. Focused on working closely with other medical professionals and following up with patients. Well-versed at emergency procedures and fast and accurate sanitation.

 

Work History

2020-01 – Current - Asst. Prof. Neurosurgeon

Istanbul Medipol University, Health Care Practice and Research Center Pendik Hospital

• He successfully treated and followed patients with cerebral hemorrhage, brain and spinal cord tumors, and patients with hydrocephalus.

• He performed transnasal pituitary surgeries with success.

• Also, many cervical lumbar and thoracic disc patients were successfully treated, and disc prosthesis were applied to some of them.

• He re-operated a degenerative spine patient who had been operated on before at another center and the patient regained his health.

• He also successfully treated patients with premature neonatal intracerebral hemorrhage.

2019-08 – 2020-01 - Neurosurgeon

Freelancer, Istanbul, Turkey

• Operated on patients' brains, spines and peripheral nerves to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases and improve patients' motor functions. Performed successful operations for complex, advanced and complicated disease of the brain and spine some of which were operated unsuccessfully at other medical centers by different neurosurgeons.

• Offered advanced knowledge, leadership abilities and technical assistance with complex surgical cases.

• Maintained admitting privileges at local hospitals and provided quality follow-up care.

• Educated patients on recovery methods and times.

• Designed treatment plans for patients.

• Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.

• Founded a spinal surgery group with orthopedic surgeons and treated very advanced and severe vertebra deformities, spine abnormalities, scoliosis.

2018-12 - 2019-08 - Neurosurgeon

Alkafeel Super Speciality Hospital, Karbala, Iraq

• Conducted up to 5 operations per month to correct deformities in neurological and spinal systems, repair traumas, and treat diseases of different areas. Performed successful operations (success rate 100 percent : 90-95) for severe, complex and advanced diseases of the brain, spine and nerves in adults and children. (Cerebral intrinsic and extrinsic tumor surgery, posterior fossa surgery, spontaneous and traumatic intracranial hematomas, Interhemispheric 3th ventricle and lateral ventricle surgery, pontocerebellar angle tumor surgery, spinal instrumentation and fusion surgery, microdiscectomy cervical, thoracic, lumbar, pediatric cranial and spine anomaly surgery). Followed the patients postoperatively.

• Educated patients on recovery methods and times.

• Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.

• Performed emergency surgeries.

• Examined 900 patients in total in the outpatient clinic and gave medical treatments to them when necessary.

2015-10 - 2018-11 - Neurosurgeon

Medistate Kavacık Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

• Operated on patients' brains, spines and peripheral nerves to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat different advanced, complex severe diseases and improve patients' motor functions.

• Conducted up to operations per month to correct deformities in neurological and spinal systems, repair traumas, restore partial or full functionality and prevent and treat diseases of different areas. 

• Performed successful operations (success rate percent : 95) for severe, complex and advanced diseases of the brain , spine and nerves in adults and children.(Brain tumor, arachnoid cyst, intracerebral hematoma, spinal stenosis, hydrocephalus, myelomeningocele).Followed the patients postoperatively. 

• Educated patients on recovery methods and times Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.

• Performed emergency surgeries (intracerebral hematoma, intracerebral abscess).

• Examined 850 patients in total in the outpatient clinic and gave medical treatment to them when necessary.

1994-03 - 2015-09 - Neurosurgeon

Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey

• Supervised trainees, medical students, residents and fellows to help each achieve proficiency in field.

• Conducted up to 20 operations per month to correct deformities in neurological and spinal systems, repair traumas, restore partial or full functionality and prevent and treat diseases of different areas. Performed successful operations (success rate: %90) for severe, complex and advanced diseases of the brain, spine and nerves in adults and children. (Skull base surgery, extended trans base approach, orbit zygomatic approach, presigmoid approach, orbital approaches, transcranial and lateral orbitotomy, Endoscopic transsphenoidal pituitary surgery, CSF leakage surgery, endoscopic, microscopic and transsphenoidal, transcranial. Endoscopic third ventriculostomy and surgery of multiloculated hydrocephalus and pediatric neurosurgery. Cerebral intrinsic and extrinsic tumor surgery, posterior fossa surgery. Brain aneurysm, AVM and cavernoma surgery.

• Spontaneous and traumatic intracranial hematomas. Hemifacial spasm and trigeminal neuralgia surgery (microsurgical decompression) Interhemispheric 3th ventricle and lateral ventricle surgery. Pineal area surgery. Pontocerebellar angle tumor surgery.

• Foreman magnum tumors surgery. Surgery of hydrocephaly, Syringomyelia and craniovertebral animalia).Followed the patients postoperatively.

• Educated patients on recovery methods and times Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.

• Performed emergency surgeries (Epidural, subdural and intracerebral hematoma, vertebra fracture).

• Examined 500-700 patients per day in the outpatient clinic and gave medical treatment to them when necessary. Examined patients in the emergency service.

• Designed treatment plans for patients.

• Offered advanced knowledge, leadership abilities and technical assistance with complex surgical cases.

• Led and oversaw 15 medical personnel in operating room setting to perform surgeries.

• Led and oversaw medical personnel in operating room setting to perform surgeries.

Education

1982-09 - 1988-08

M.D.: Medicine And (Pre-Medicine)

Ankara University Medical School - Ankara

General Medicine Training for 6 years. Graduated with a high GPA.

1988-11 - 1994-05

Specialist Neurosurgery: Neuroscience

University of Health Sciences - Ankara

6 years of neurosurgery training.

• My thesis was on brain abscess and their clinical and laboratory evaluations

1995-05 - 1995-07

Neuroscience

The Institute of Neurological Sciences and Psychiatry.

Ankara

I attended the course for microsurgery at University of Hacettepe Institute of Neurological Sciences and Psychiatry.

1998-04 - 2019-05

Observer Doctor: Neuroscience

Department of Neurosurgery, MSU - Ann Arbour, 

Michigan USA

2012-05 - 2012-05

Neuro endoscopy: Neuroscience

Ghent University - Ghent, Belgium

International endoscopic neurosurgery workshop, 

Ghent, Belgium

I attended the workshop for endoscopic skull base operations the and Neuro endoscopic third ventriculostomy at University of Ghent Hospital

 

Skills

Micro neurosurgery - Excellent

Neuro endoscopy - Excellent

Cranial base endoscopy - Excellent

Minimal invasive surgery - Excellent

Percutaneous spinal surgery - Excellent

Neuronavigation – Excellent

 

Certifications

1995-04 Microsurgery

2012-05 Endoscopy

 

Languages

Turkish - Native

English - Advanced

Arabic - Novice

 

Affiliations

Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Turkish Medical Association

 

Accomplishments

• Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.

• Published 17 articles in national and international reviews and presented papers in medical congresses.

 

Interests and operations I perform

Vascular diseases of brain

Endoscopic hypophysis surgery

Tumors of brain, spine and medulla spinalis surgery

Endoscopic brain ventricle surgery

Endoscopic third ventriculostomy 

Traumas of brain and spine

Cervical, thoracic and lumbar disc hernias and narrow 

canal disease surgery

Spine instrumentation and fusion surgery

Baclofen pump and neurostimulators insertions

Hydrocephalus surgery

Congenital diseases of the brain and spine (pediatric 

neurosurgery)

Peripheral nerve surgery

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Trustworthy, attentive, successful neurosurgeon with over 34 years of experience, high rate of success and exceptional surgical skills, providing quality neurological service for patients, successfully treating over thousands of patients suffering from many severe, complex conditions of the brain, spine and the nerves. 

Experienced in performing treatment modalities like micro neurosurgery, endoscopic skull base surgery, endoscopic third ventriculostomy, minimally invasive spine surgery and percutaneous spine surgery. Keen on performing clinical research and attending national and international medical conferences to stay abreast of new technologies in the field. Compassionate and detail-oriented with excellent communication skills. Expertise in healthcare, education and program management. Adept at developing and implementing forward-thinking strategies to enhance patient outcomes and collective knowledge in the field. Desiring to bring skills and success. Focused on working closely with other medical professionals and following up with patients. Well-versed at emergency procedures and fast and accurate sanitation.

 

Work History

2020-01 – Current - Asst. Prof. Neurosurgeon

Istanbul Medipol University, Health Care Practice and Research Center Pendik Hospital

• He successfully treated and followed patients with cerebral hemorrhage, brain and spinal cord tumors, and patients with hydrocephalus.

• He performed transnasal pituitary surgeries with success.

• Also, many cervical lumbar and thoracic disc patients were successfully treated, and disc prosthesis were applied to some of them.

• He re-operated a degenerative spine patient who had been operated on before at another center and the patient regained his health.

• He also successfully treated patients with premature neonatal intracerebral hemorrhage.

2019-08 – 2020-01 - Neurosurgeon

Freelancer, Istanbul, Turkey

• Operated on patients' brains, spines and peripheral nerves to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases and improve patients' motor functions. Performed successful operations for complex, advanced and complicated disease of the brain and spine some of which were operated unsuccessfully at other medical centers by different neurosurgeons.

• Offered advanced knowledge, leadership abilities and technical assistance with complex surgical cases.

• Maintained admitting privileges at local hospitals and provided quality follow-up care.

• Educated patients on recovery methods and times.

• Designed treatment plans for patients.

• Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.

• Founded a spinal surgery group with orthopedic surgeons and treated very advanced and severe vertebra deformities, spine abnormalities, scoliosis.

2018-12 - 2019-08 - Neurosurgeon

Alkafeel Super Speciality Hospital, Karbala, Iraq

• Conducted up to 5 operations per month to correct deformities in neurological and spinal systems, repair traumas, and treat diseases of different areas. Performed successful operations (success rate 100 percent : 90-95) for severe, complex and advanced diseases of the brain, spine and nerves in adults and children. (Cerebral intrinsic and extrinsic tumor surgery, posterior fossa surgery, spontaneous and traumatic intracranial hematomas, Interhemispheric 3th ventricle and lateral ventricle surgery, pontocerebellar angle tumor surgery, spinal instrumentation and fusion surgery, microdiscectomy cervical, thoracic, lumbar, pediatric cranial and spine anomaly surgery). Followed the patients postoperatively.

• Educated patients on recovery methods and times.

• Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.

• Performed emergency surgeries.

• Examined 900 patients in total in the outpatient clinic and gave medical treatments to them when necessary.

2015-10 - 2018-11 - Neurosurgeon

Medistate Kavacık Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

• Operated on patients' brains, spines and peripheral nerves to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat different advanced, complex severe diseases and improve patients' motor functions.

• Conducted up to operations per month to correct deformities in neurological and spinal systems, repair traumas, restore partial or full functionality and prevent and treat diseases of different areas. 

• Performed successful operations (success rate percent : 95) for severe, complex and advanced diseases of the brain , spine and nerves in adults and children.(Brain tumor, arachnoid cyst, intracerebral hematoma, spinal stenosis, hydrocephalus, myelomeningocele).Followed the patients postoperatively. 

• Educated patients on recovery methods and times Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.

• Performed emergency surgeries (intracerebral hematoma, intracerebral abscess).

• Examined 850 patients in total in the outpatient clinic and gave medical treatment to them when necessary.

1994-03 - 2015-09 - Neurosurgeon

Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey

• Supervised trainees, medical students, residents and fellows to help each achieve proficiency in field.

• Conducted up to 20 operations per month to correct deformities in neurological and spinal systems, repair traumas, restore partial or full functionality and prevent and treat diseases of different areas. Performed successful operations (success rate: %90) for severe, complex and advanced diseases of the brain, spine and nerves in adults and children. (Skull base surgery, extended trans base approach, orbit zygomatic approach, presigmoid approach, orbital approaches, transcranial and lateral orbitotomy, Endoscopic transsphenoidal pituitary surgery, CSF leakage surgery, endoscopic, microscopic and transsphenoidal, transcranial. Endoscopic third ventriculostomy and surgery of multiloculated hydrocephalus and pediatric neurosurgery. Cerebral intrinsic and extrinsic tumor surgery, posterior fossa surgery. Brain aneurysm, AVM and cavernoma surgery.

• Spontaneous and traumatic intracranial hematomas. Hemifacial spasm and trigeminal neuralgia surgery (microsurgical decompression) Interhemispheric 3th ventricle and lateral ventricle surgery. Pineal area surgery. Pontocerebellar angle tumor surgery.

• Foreman magnum tumors surgery. Surgery of hydrocephaly, Syringomyelia and craniovertebral animalia).Followed the patients postoperatively.

• Educated patients on recovery methods and times Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.

• Performed emergency surgeries (Epidural, subdural and intracerebral hematoma, vertebra fracture).

• Examined 500-700 patients per day in the outpatient clinic and gave medical treatment to them when necessary. Examined patients in the emergency service.

• Designed treatment plans for patients.

• Offered advanced knowledge, leadership abilities and technical assistance with complex surgical cases.

• Led and oversaw 15 medical personnel in operating room setting to perform surgeries.

• Led and oversaw medical personnel in operating room setting to perform surgeries.

Education

1982-09 - 1988-08

M.D.: Medicine And (Pre-Medicine)

Ankara University Medical School - Ankara

General Medicine Training for 6 years. Graduated with a high GPA.

1988-11 - 1994-05

Specialist Neurosurgery: Neuroscience

University of Health Sciences - Ankara

6 years of neurosurgery training.

• My thesis was on brain abscess and their clinical and laboratory evaluations

1995-05 - 1995-07

Neuroscience

The Institute of Neurological Sciences and Psychiatry.

Ankara

I attended the course for microsurgery at University of Hacettepe Institute of Neurological Sciences and Psychiatry.

1998-04 - 2019-05

Observer Doctor: Neuroscience

Department of Neurosurgery, MSU - Ann Arbour, 

Michigan USA

2012-05 - 2012-05

Neuro endoscopy: Neuroscience

Ghent University - Ghent, Belgium

International endoscopic neurosurgery workshop, 

Ghent, Belgium

I attended the workshop for endoscopic skull base operations the and Neuro endoscopic third ventriculostomy at University of Ghent Hospital

 

Skills

Micro neurosurgery - Excellent

Neuro endoscopy - Excellent

Cranial base endoscopy - Excellent

Minimal invasive surgery - Excellent

Percutaneous spinal surgery - Excellent

Neuronavigation – Excellent

 

Certifications

1995-04 Microsurgery

2012-05 Endoscopy

 

Languages

Turkish - Native

English - Advanced

Arabic - Novice

 

Affiliations

Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Turkish Medical Association

 

Accomplishments

• Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.

• Published 17 articles in national and international reviews and presented papers in medical congresses.

 

Interests and operations I perform

Vascular diseases of brain

Endoscopic hypophysis surgery

Tumors of brain, spine and medulla spinalis surgery

Endoscopic brain ventricle surgery

Endoscopic third ventriculostomy 

Traumas of brain and spine

Cervical, thoracic and lumbar disc hernias and narrow 

canal disease surgery

Spine instrumentation and fusion surgery

Baclofen pump and neurostimulators insertions

Hydrocephalus surgery

Congenital diseases of the brain and spine (pediatric 

neurosurgery)

Peripheral nerve surgery

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