Page 3 - Best neurosurgeons in Turkey: TOP 125 doctors

Dr. Kemal Paksoy specializes in neurosurgery with focus on spinal procedures and neuromodulation, backed by 10+ years at top institutions.

• Worked at Memorial Hospitals Group Spine Center for 6 years
• Academic faculty member at Üsküdar University
• Expert in neuromodulation and algology techniques
• Published in multiple international scientific journals

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures over 19 years – Dr. Olgun specializes in complex spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in scoliosis, canal stenosis, and spinal disorders
• Recognized by the Ministry of Health for contributions
• Active member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons
• Regular participant in international neurosurgery conferences

Specializes in far lateral lumbar disc surgery – a precise microsurgical approach for complex spinal conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• 20+ years of neurosurgical experience
• Fellowship-trained at Florida University in Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy
• Expert in neurovascular surgery and cerebrovascular diseases
• Published multiple articles in international conferences and journals

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga specializes in skull base surgery – one of neurosurgery's most delicate areas – with 30+ years of experience at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Expert in neurovascular and spinal cord surgeries
• Published in international peer-reviewed neurosurgery journals
• Professor training next-generation neurosurgeons
• Trained at Istanbul University – Turkey's top medical school

Dr. Idris Avci trained at Johns Hopkins in neuroscience and neuroimaging – a rare credential among neurosurgeons. He practices at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Specialized in Brain and Nerve Surgery with fellowship training
• Worked in spine centers across Germany, Netherlands, and Slovenia
• Published in international scientific journals on neurosurgery topics
• Academic staff member at Üsküdar University teaching neurosurgery

1,100+ pituitary tumor surgeries performed – Prof. Dr. Omur Gunaldi leads neurosurgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• 20+ years specializing in endoscopic skull base surgery
• Head of Neurosurgery at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital
• Performs 20-25 pituitary surgeries monthly with his team
• Trained at Bakirkoy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Hospital

Professor Lutfi Hanoglu specializes in demyelinating processes and Parkinson's disease at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Expert in neurological disorders with extensive clinical experience
• Focuses on complex cases requiring specialized care
• Professor of Neurology with academic contributions

Professor Erol Akgul specializes in interventional neuroradiology at Medipol Mega University Hospital, focusing on minimally invasive brain treatments.

• Member of the World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology
• Affiliated with the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe
• Recognized by the Turkish Society of Neuroradiology
• Specializes in brain tumor removal and aneurysm treatments

Head of Neurosurgery at Altınbaş University – Dr. Kapici combines 30+ years of neurosurgical expertise with specialized microsurgery training.

• 12 years as Chief Assistant at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Member of Spine Society of Europe and Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Specializes in complex spine and brain tumor cases
• Trained in advanced microsurgery techniques at GATA Military Medical Faculty

Specializing in complex neurosurgical procedures, Dr. Bekir Tugcu has over 20 years of experience, particularly in deep brain stimulation and minimally invasive techniques.

• Expert in endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery
• Performs craniovertebral junction surgeries for complex cases
• Former Chief of Neurosurgery at a major Istanbul teaching hospital
• Published professor with extensive neuro-oncology fellowship training

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in Gamma Knife procedures and complex neurosurgical interventions at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for brain and nerve conditions
• Specializes in neurorrhaphy for precise nerve repair and reconstruction
• Focuses on patient-centered care with personalized treatment plans
• Practices at a leading university hospital with advanced neurosurgical facilities

Specializes in neurovascular surgery with expertise in microsurgery and endovascular techniques at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital.

• Associate Professor with extensive experience in neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Academy and Uludağ University
• Fluent in English, facilitating communication with international patients

Harvard-trained spine surgeon with 15+ years of experience – Prof. Konya specializes in complex spinal conditions at Medical Park Göztepe.

• Expert in minimally invasive waist and neck hernia treatments
• Member of multiple international spine societies including NASS and SRS
• Published 47 peer-reviewed articles on spine research and treatments
• Specializes in spinal tumor removal and complex spine surgeries

Specialized in brain and neurosurgery with training from Ankara University – Dr. Ozalp brings international expertise from Italy's Insubria University to Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Over 10 years of neurosurgical experience across leading Turkish hospitals
• Lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Board-certified in brain and spine surgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Prof. Ibrahim Ziyal brings 25+ years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in brain tumors and cerebrovascular disorders at Memorial Göztepe Hospital.

• Trained at George Washington University and São Paulo Institute of Neurological Sciences
• Founding Head of Neurosurgery at Abant İzzet Baysal University
• Member of prestigious organizations like AANS, CNS, and WFNS
• Specializes in pituitary, aneurysm, and cavernoma surgeries

Fellowship-trained at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center – Dr. Kaner specializes in advanced spinal procedures at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• 30+ years of neurosurgical experience focusing on spinal conditions
• Member of Scoliosis Research Society and AO Spine International
• Associate Professor with academic roles at Istanbul Medeniyet University
• Specializes in minimally invasive spinal techniques

Specializes in advanced spinal and neurovascular surgeries, including endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Professor with extensive research in spinal anatomy and surgical techniques
• Expert in endoscopic pituitary surgeries and trigeminal neuralgia treatments
• Published extensively in international neurosurgery journals
• Focuses on both degenerative spine diseases and complex neuro-oncology cases

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in minimally invasive spinal and brain surgery at Atlas University Hospital, with advanced training from Dokuz Eylül University.

• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on innovative neurosurgical techniques
• Trained in advanced spinal surgery and functional neurosurgery courses
• Focuses on complex spinal conditions and brain tumors

Assoc. Prof. Mustafa Yavuz Samanci specializes in advanced neurosurgery techniques at Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center.

• Trained in Gamma Knife Radiosurgery and Stereotactic Neurosurgery
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Active in clinical research with postdoctoral fellowships in the US and China
• Focuses on neuromodulation and deep brain stimulation