Page 2 - Best Craniostenosis doctors in Turkey: TOP 40 doctors

Over 34 years of neurosurgical experience with exceptional success rates – Dr. Gokcek specializes in complex brain and spine conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in minimally invasive techniques like endoscopic skull base surgery
• Successfully treated thousands of patients with severe neurological conditions
• Trained in advanced microsurgery at Hacettepe University
• Special focus on pediatric neurosurgery and congenital anomalies
• Published 17 articles in national and international journals

Specialized in brain surgery at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – Dr. Ozalp focuses exclusively on cranial conditions at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Ankara University
• Former lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital
• Trained at University of Insubria in Italy

23+ years of neurosurgical experience – Dr. Ozek focuses on complex skull base and functional neurosurgery at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic.

• Specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and neuroanatomy
• Fellowships at Yale University and University of Florida
• Published 47 articles in SCI international journals
• Member of American Association of Neurological Surgeons

Prof. Dr. Gulsah Bademci trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yaşargil at the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences – a pioneer in neurosurgery.

• 30 years of experience in brain and nerve surgery
• Specializes in spinal canal stenosis and hydrocephalus surgeries
• Holds ECFMG America Board Step 1 and EANS European Board certificates
• Research fellow at Yale University School of Medicine
• Professional expertise includes medical illustration for surgical precision

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci trained in micro neurosurgery at Zurich University under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil – a pioneer in the field. He now leads innovative treatments for Craniostenosis at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 30 years specializing in neurosurgery with 110+ published scientific papers
• Trained in neurooncology and vascular neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University
• Founding chairman of Turkey's Skull Base Society
• Uses advanced techniques like neuromonitorization and neuronavigation

Associate professor with 14+ years of neurosurgery experience, including a visiting scholar role at the University of Wisconsin.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at Istanbul Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Works at Biruni University Hospital with a focus on complex cases

Dr. Kemal Paksoy specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on craniostenosis, bringing expertise from academic and clinical roles at prestigious institutions.

• Graduated from Karadeniz Technical University in 2007
• Completed neurosurgery specialization at Ondokuz Mayıs University
• Worked at Memorial Hospitals Group Spine Center
• Member of academic staff at Üsküdar University
• Published in numerous international and national journals

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, specializing in craniostenosis at top institutions.

• Completed Clinical Fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Held faculty positions at Haliç University and other leading hospitals
• Specialized in molecular medicine, enhancing surgical precision

Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran brings over 20 years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in craniostenosis at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Trained in microsurgery at GATA – Ankara Education and Research Hospital
• Visiting physician at University of Southern California's neurosurgery department
• Board member of the Neurosurgical Society
• Faculty member at Galata University's Health Sciences

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burak Boran specializes in complex neurosurgical cases at Medipol University's Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center.

• 25+ years of neurosurgery experience
• Trained at University of Southern California and Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Published research on pediatric neurosurgery and craniofacial conditions
• Board member of the Society of Neurosurgeons

Prof. Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir specializes in endoscopic brain surgery – a minimally invasive approach for craniostenosis at Medical Park Antalya.

• Over 20 years of neurosurgical experience
• Expert in endoscopic lumbar disc and cervical disc surgeries
• First place in Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Specializes in pediatric neurosurgery with a focus on craniostenosis at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 20 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Expert in aneurysm and cerebrospinal tumor surgeries
• Won the Dr. Cengiz Çetin thesis prize for research on vagus nerve stimulation
• Former Chief Physician at Serik State Hospital

Specializing in pediatric neurosurgery for 9 years, Dr. Baskan focuses on craniostenosis at Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Active member of the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Works with various congenital anomalies including spina bifida
• Faculty member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery

Specializes in pediatric neurosurgery – Dr. Sertbas handles complex craniosynostosis cases at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Performs a wide range of pediatric neurosurgery procedures
• Expert in brain and spine surgeries for children
• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Currently serves as Associate Doctor at Liv Vadistanbul

Specializes in pediatric neurosurgery at Liv Hospital Ulus – Dr. Cal focuses on complex cranial conditions in children.

• Expertise in neuro-oncological and spinal surgeries
• Published research on brain tumors and surgical techniques
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Professor Alper Karaoglan specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, with over 20 years of experience in the field.

• Holds a professorship in neurosurgery at Maltepe University
• Recipient of the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Award in 2008
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Published research on subarachnoid hemorrhage treatments