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Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Ertugrul Pinar

Ertugrul Pinar

7 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabıplerı Bırliği)
Turkish Medical Association
+3
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar treats various brain and spine conditions, with a special focus on cavernomas. His expertise includes both adult and pediatric neurosurgery cases.

  • Trained at Marmara University, a leading medical institution
  • Specializes in complex brain conditions including vascular abnormalities
  • Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, a specialized neurosurgery center
  • Handles both brain tumors and vascular conditions like cavernomas
  • Experience spans pediatric and adult neurosurgery cases
Doctor's visit Price on request
Anadolu Medical Center
Ahmet Hilmi Kaya

Ahmet Hilmi Kaya

30 years of experience
Clinic is certified
 Planetree's Gold Certificate
International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology Services (IASIOS)
Patient choice in Oncology & Hematology Oncology
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Turkey. He earned his MD from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (English program). He completed his neurosurgery residency there from 1996 to 2003. He became a professor in 2015. He also completed observerships at Maastricht University in 2007 and 2009.

His clinical focus includes functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. He also treats spinal tumors and spinal stenosis and performs spinal instrumentation. He manages skull base and brain tumors. He performs vascular surgery of the central nervous system.

Achievements include leading a Parkinson’s research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University (BAP, Project No. T.597, 2008). He supervised a neurosurgery thesis in 2008. His awards include third place at the 2nd National Congress of the Society of Neurosurgery in 2006, the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Overseas Scholarship in 2008, and the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award in 2009. Several of his papers ranked at the 22nd and 23rd Turkish Neurosurgical Society Scientific Congresses in 2008 and 2009. He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association.

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Valued Med Hub Hospitals
Melih Uc

Melih Uc

19 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Turkish Medical Association
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Specialized in neurosurgery with a focus on brain and spinal conditions – Dr. Uc trained at the University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic.

  • Expertise in treating brain tumors, spinal cord tumors, and cerebral hemorrhage
  • Performs minimally invasive procedures for spinal conditions
  • Published research on innovative neurosurgical techniques
  • Worked at Istanbul Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital
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Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
Ramazan Uyar

Ramazan Uyar

35 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Location: Turkey, Antalya

Specializes in pediatric neurosurgery and complex brain surgeries at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

  • Over 35 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
  • Expert in aneurysm and cerebrospinal tumor surgeries
  • Trained at SSK Göztepe Training Hospital
  • Former Chief Physician at Serik State Hospital
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Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir

Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir

24 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Location: Turkey, Antalya

Prof. Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir specializes in endoscopic brain surgery and vascular operations at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

  • Over 24 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
  • Expert in minimally invasive techniques for brain and spine conditions
  • First place in Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam
  • Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Medical Association
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VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
Erhan Arslan

Erhan Arslan

19 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Arslan specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery and has treated complex brain and spinal conditions for over 19 years of experience.

  • Professor of neurosurgery with expertise in brain tumors and aneurysms
  • Trained at Helsinki University Central Hospital as a clinical observer
  • Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Turkish Society of Neurological Surgery
  • Published research on innovative neurosurgical techniques and outcomes
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VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

23 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Organization for Standardization
Joint Commission International
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence
+2
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Specializes in cerebrovascular surgery – Dr. Guclu performs advanced procedures for conditions like cavernomas at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

  • Over 23 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
  • Expert in minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques
  • Published research on improving surgical outcomes
  • Trained at Bakırköy Mazhar Osman – a leading neurosurgery center
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Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
Musa Boztepe

Musa Boztepe

37 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Turkish Medical Association
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabıplerı Bırliği)
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Specializes in cerebrovascular and functional neurosurgery – Dr. Boztepe brings deep expertise in Cavernoma treatment at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

  • Trained at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
  • Completed Turkish Neurosurgery Association's Cerebrovascular Surgery course
  • Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • Attended specialized courses on head traumas and functional neurosurgery
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Before and after scoliosis surgery results at Estexper Clinic, spine alignment improvement
Before and after scoliosis surgery results at Estexper Clinic – spine straightening visible
Before and after scoliosis surgery results at Estexper Clinic – improved spine alignment
Before and after scoliosis surgery results at Estexper Clinic – spine alignment improvement
Erkan Kaptanoglu

Erkan Kaptanoglu

34 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT
Given to the doctor International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Сertificate
American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu specializes in complex neurosurgery cases, including cavernomas, with over 34 years of experience of experience. His expertise spans both cranial and spinal neurosurgery.

  • Performed numerous complex spinal surgeries, including thoracoscopic procedures
  • Published 65 international scientific articles on neurosurgery
  • Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
  • Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine societies
  • Recipient of multiple awards for spinal cord injury research
Doctor's visit Price on request
VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
Savas Ceylan

Savas Ceylan

32 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

5,629+ endoscopic neurosurgical procedures performed – Prof. Ceylan specializes in pituitary and skull base surgeries at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

  • Head of Neurosurgery Department at Kocaeli University since 1998
  • Trained in stereotactic neurosurgery in Birmingham, UK
  • Member of WFNS Skull Base Committee and other leading neurosurgical societies
  • Published pioneering work on endoscopic techniques
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Optimed International Hospital
Necati Kaplan

Necati Kaplan

25 years of experience
60000+ treatments performed
Clinic is certified
American Accreditation Commission International
Location: Turkey, Tekirdag

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Necati Kaplan is a neurosurgeon specializing in brain, spine, and peripheral nerve surgery. He treats tumors, vascular disorders, hydrocephalus, trauma, degenerative spine disease, pediatric neurosurgical conditions, and Chiari malformation. He also works with experimental stem cell and exosome therapies.

He graduated from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2000. He completed training in Minimally Invasive Neurosurgical Techniques in Mainz/Tuttlingen in 2016. He also trained in Advanced Neuroendoscopy (2004), the Keyhole concept (2003), Microsurgery at GATA (2005), Pediatric Neurosurgery (2015), and minimally invasive lumbar surgery (2015).

He has served as a Board Member of the Association of Nervous System Surgery since 2018. He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Association (since 2008) and the Association of Stem Cell and Cellular Therapies (since 2019). He co-authored series on vertebroplasty (111 patients/140 segments), 200 anterior cervical surgeries, 271 lumbar microdiscectomies, 673 mild head trauma cases, and stem cell therapies.

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Estexper Clinic
Ozdogan Selcuk

Ozdogan Selcuk

15 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT
Given to the doctor International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Сertificate
American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery
+7
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

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

  • Completed Clinical Fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital
  • Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
  • Held academic positions at Haliç University and Biruni University Hospital
  • Specializes in neurovascular and neurooncology cases
Doctor's visit Price on request
Memorial Şişli Hospital
Serkan Kitis

Serkan Kitis

16 years of experience
Clinic is certified
International Organization for Standardization
Joint Commission International
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Kitis specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital, with over a decade of focused experience in brain and nerve surgery.

  • Over 16 years of experience of neurosurgery practice in leading Istanbul hospitals
  • Specializes in complex brain and nerve surgeries
  • Trained at Bezmialem University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
  • Currently practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital, a leading healthcare institution
Doctor's visit Price on request
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Ilhan Elmaci

Ilhan Elmaci

5 Excellent3 reviews
39 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
International Organization for Standardization
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci trained under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil in Zurich and specializes in micro neurosurgery for brain vascular diseases like Cavernoma.

  • 39 years of experience of neurosurgery experience with a focus on vascular conditions
  • Pioneered endoscopic skull base surgery training at the University of Pittsburgh
  • Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey
  • Member of the Executive Committee of the European Skull Base Society
  • Uses advanced techniques like neuromonitorization and neuronavigation
Doctor's visit Price on request
Facelift before and after results at Medipol Mega University Hospital, visible neck lift
Facelift before and after results at Medipol Mega University Hospital, visible facial rejuvenation
Naci Karacaoglan

Naci Karacaoglan

33 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Patient choice in Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Oncology
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' – Dr. Karacaoglan brings over 33 years of experience of expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

  • Specializes in achieving natural-looking results in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures
  • Fellowship-trained in breast surgery at Portland's renowned Breast Surgery Center
  • Awarded expert status by Turkey's Ministry of Health
  • Member of four prestigious international plastic surgery societies
Package price from$6,000
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Ramazan Sari

Ramazan Sari

22 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
International Organization for Standardization
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Over 900 neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Sari is an expert in complex brain conditions at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

  • Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with 22 years of experience of experience
  • Trained at leading institutions like Medipol and Acıbadem Hospitals
  • Specializes in intricate neurological procedures with a focus on outcomes
Doctor's visit Price on request
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Salih Murat Imer

Salih Murat Imer

41 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
International Organization for Standardization
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Prof. Dr. Salih Murat Imer is a seasoned neurosurgeon with over 41 years of experience of experience, specializing in complex neurosurgical procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

  • Certified in functional and stereotactic neurosurgery with advanced training in Finland and France
  • Expert in minimally invasive spine surgery with full-endoscopic techniques
  • Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
  • Former Professor of Neurosurgery at Istanbul University
Doctor's visit Price on request
NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
Akin Akakin

Akin Akakin

26 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

26 years of experience specializing in neurovascular surgery – Dr. Akakin focuses on complex brain conditions like cavernoma at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

  • Expertise in cerebrovascular diseases and aneurysms
  • Trained in microsurgical techniques at Florida University
  • Published researcher with articles in international journals
  • Performs advanced far lateral lumbar disc surgery
Doctor's visit Price on request
Valued Med Hub Hospitals
Baran Yil

Baran Yil

21 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Turkish Medical Association
International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Baran Yil has performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures and trained at Yale School of Medicine's cerebrovascular program.

  • 21 years of experience specializing in neurosurgery
  • Fellowship at Yale under Murat Günel, a leader in cerebrovascular surgery
  • Member of Turkish Neurosurgery and Spine Associations
  • Awarded top young neurosurgeon prize by Turkish Neurosurgery Society
Package price from$8,500
NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
Kemal Paksoy

Kemal Paksoy

19 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT
Location: Turkey, Istanbul

Dr. Kemal Paksoy specializes in neurosurgery at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, with a focus on neuromodulation and algology.

  • Graduated from Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine
  • Completed specialty training at Ondokuz Mayıs University
  • Member of academic staff at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine
  • Published in numerous international and national scientific journals
Doctor's visit Price on request

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Bookimed Insights: Top Cavernoma Specialists in Turkey (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 5 requests for Cavernoma treatment in Turkey, collaborating with 46 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#17 years of experienceComplex cavernoma casesFocuses on complex brain conditions including cavernomas, with training at one of Turkey's top medical schools. Works at a specialized neurosurgery hospital with pediatric and adult cases.
Turkey
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#219 years of experienceBrain and spinal conditionsSpecializes in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques for complex brain and spinal conditions. Trained at the University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic.
Turkey
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#335 years of experiencePediatric neurosurgerySpecializes in pediatric neurosurgery with extensive experience in complex brain surgeries. Former Chief Physician and trained at SSK Göztepe Training Hospital.
Turkey
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#424 years of experienceEndoscopic brain surgerySpecializes in endoscopic brain surgery and vascular operations. Awarded first place in Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam.
Turkey
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#519 years of experienceBrain tumor surgeryExpert in minimally invasive brain tumor surgery with professorship in neurosurgery. Published researcher with international training in Helsinki.
Turkey
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#623 years of experienceCerebrovascular surgerySpecializes in cerebrovascular procedures including cavernoma treatment. Published research on surgical outcomes. Trained at Turkey's leading neurosurgery center.
Turkey
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#737 years of experienceCerebrovascular neurosurgerySpecializes in cerebrovascular surgery – trained specifically in Cavernoma treatment techniques. Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association with specialized course certifications.
Turkey
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#834 years of experienceComplex neurosurgical casesSpecializes in intricate cavernoma surgeries with thoracoscopic techniques. Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University with 100+ guest speaker appearances internationally.
Turkey
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#932 years of experienceComplex pituitary and skull base surgeryWorld leader in endoscopic skull base surgery with 5,000+ procedures. WFNS Skull Base Committee member trained in UK. Performs specialized sellar region tumor removals.
Turkey
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#1015 years of experienceComplex neurovascular casesTrained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil – a neurosurgery pioneer. Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies with focus on neurovascular conditions.
Turkey
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These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

Who are the top cavernoma neurosurgeons in Turkey?

Top cavernoma neurosurgeons in Turkey include Dr. Mustafa Bozbuğa and Dr. Baran Yıl. These specialists hold international fellowships and utilize microsurgical techniques. They practice at JCI-accredited facilities in Istanbul, focusing on delicate vascular malformations and skull base surgery to ensure patient safety.

  • Professor Dr. Mustafa Bozbuğa. He specializes in neurovascular surgery at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital with 30+ years of experience.
  • Associate Professor Dr. Akin Akakin. Trained at Florida University, he focuses on microsurgical techniques for complex vascular diseases.
  • Dr. Baran Yıl. He completed a Yale School of Medicine fellowship and performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures.
  • Advanced surgical centers. NP Istanbul Brain Hospital holds JCI accreditation and specializes specifically in neurological care.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients seeking cavernoma treatment in Turkey benefit from specialists with deep academic ties. Dr. Baran Yıl and Dr. Akin Akakin both completed intensive training at top US universities like Yale and Florida. This level of international exposure often leads to higher proficiency in modern microsurgical navigation systems.

Patient Consensus: Patients often mention feeling a sense of relief when doctors use detailed imaging to explain the surgical plan. Many find that having translators provided by the clinic makes the complex medical process much easier to manage.

What should I consider when choosing a doctor in Turkey?

When choosing a doctor for cavernoma treatment in Turkey, prioritize neurosurgeons with neurovascular fellowships and 20+ years of experience. Look for credentials from international institutions and specific training in microsurgical techniques or skull base surgery to ensure they can manage complex brain blood vessel malformations.

  • International training. Many top neurosurgeons hold fellowships from institutions like Yale or Florida University.
  • Case volume. Specialized doctors in Turkey have performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures for complex cases.
  • JCI accreditation. Choose specialists practicing in hospitals with Joint Commission International (JCI) safety standards.
  • Fellowship certification. Look for members of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies to ensure results.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients seeking cavernoma care in Turkey can find a significant expertise gap between general neurosurgeons and neurovascular experts. For example, Dr. Baran Yilmaz completed a fellowship at Yale specializing in cerebrovascular diseases, which is essential for managing delicate cavernomas safely. Choosing a specialist with this specific background, rather than a general brain surgeon, often leads to more precise treatment plans.

Patient Consensus: Patients noted that clear communication with doctors like Dr. Akin Akakin made a huge difference in reducing anxiety before surgery. Many emphasized asking exactly how many cavernomas a doctor has treated to feel confident in their choice.

What are the success rates for cavernoma surgery in Turkey?

Turkish neurosurgeons achieve 80–90% success rates for microsurgical cavernoma removal. Specialists like Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci and Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga use advanced neuro-navigation to reach deep lesions safely, resulting in 95% seizure control and zero mortality in published spinal cavernoma studies.

  • Resection success. Clinics report 100% total resection for spinal cavernomas with significant neurological recovery.
  • Seizure control. Epilepsy-related cavernoma surgeries reach a 95% seizure-free state for treated patients.
  • Radiosurgery outcomes. Gamma Knife shows 88.5% seizure control while reducing annual hemorrhage risk to 1.4%.
  • Patient satisfaction. Nearly 89% of patients report that surgical outcomes met or exceeded their expectations.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Success in Turkey is driven by specialized training at top global centers. For example, Dr. Baran Yilmaz completed a fellowship at Yale University, while Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci trained under microsurgery pioneer Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil. Choosing specialists with these specific pedigrees in neurovascular surgery ensures access to the same microsurgical techniques used in the world's leading brain institutes.

Patient Consensus: Patients often feel like a new person after waking up symptom-free from long-term seizures or vision glitches. Many noticed immediate relief from balance issues but advised budgeting for a helper during recovery to manage temporary fatigue.