Best Hydrocephalus surgeries, shunt surgeries doctors in Turkey: TOP 23 doctors

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar specializes in both adult and pediatric hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries, bringing expertise from his training at Marmara University.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Marmara University, a leading medical institution
• Focuses on brain and spine diseases in adults and children
• Handles complex cases including brain tumors and cerebral hemorrhages
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, known for advanced neurosurgical care

Prof. Onur Yaman leads the Middle East Spine Society and specializes in neurosurgery at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Over 15 years of neurosurgery experience
• Associate professor since 2015, full professor since 2021
• Head of spine centers at top Turkish hospitals
• Author of multiple international neurosurgery publications
• Instructor at two major medical universities

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga has 30+ years of neurosurgery experience, specializing in complex brain and spine conditions at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Expert in skull base surgery and neuro-oncology
• Published in international peer-reviewed journals
• Presented scientific papers at global conferences
• Graduated from Istanbul University Medical School

Dr. Serdal Gungor specializes in pediatric neurology, bringing decades of expertise to treating complex neurological conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Subspecialty trained in pediatric neurology at Hacettepe University
• Over 20 years of academic and clinical experience in neurology
• Professor at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
• Extensive research background in pediatric neurology

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, specializing in complex brain and nerve conditions.

• Clinical Fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Extensive experience in neurosurgery across multiple prestigious hospitals
• Specializes in molecular medicine with a Ph.D. in the field

Dr. Sengul specializes in child development and behavioral disorders, offering comprehensive care at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in monitoring child development from 0-6 years
• Addresses a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues
• Special focus on depression, social phobia, and panic attacks
• Experienced in treating eating disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder
• Provides support for trauma and family-related issues

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with over 20 years of experience – Dr. Sari specializes in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Contributed to establishing the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol University
• Proficient in advanced neurosurgical techniques
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)

Professor Imer brings 30+ years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with extensive training in functional and stereotactic neurosurgery
• Published 68 articles and contributed to 9 book chapters on neurosurgical topics
• Advanced training in Gamma Knife radiosurgery and endoscopic spine techniques
• Former professor and department founder at Okan University Hospital

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burak Boran specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries, bringing over 20 years of expertise to his practice.

• Trained at Marmara University and University of Southern California
• Published numerous peer-reviewed papers on neurosurgical techniques
• Member of the Society of Neurosurgeons
• Current faculty member at Medipol University

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries at Atlas University Hospital, with extensive training in brain and neurosurgery.

• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on neurosurgical conditions
• Participated in advanced spinal surgery courses and neurosurgical congresses
• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University, a leading institution for neurosurgery

Dr. Kibici combines military medical training with academic neurosurgery expertise at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Lecturer at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Spine Society of Europa
• Published multiple research papers on spinal and peripheral nerve surgeries

Dr. Abdulkerim Gokoglu specializes in complex neurosurgical cases, with a PhD in Clinical Anatomy and postdoctoral research at Brigham Women's Hospital.

• Expertise in brain tumors, spinal diseases, and congenital nervous system disorders
• Extensive experience in treating head trauma and spine deformities
• Skilled in managing stroke, paralysis, aneurysms, and hemorrhage

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a leading pediatric neurosurgeon with more than 35 years of experience. He focuses on brain and spinal surgery for children. He is well known for treating complex cranial and spinal malformations, brain tumors, and epilepsy in young patients.

Dr. Ozek has performed over 10,000 pediatric neurosurgical procedures. His work has achieved high success rates recognized worldwide. He has published more than 100 articles in peer-reviewed journals and written several book chapters. His research has helped advance pediatric neurosurgery on a global scale.

He is an active member of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery. Dr. Ozek has received several international awards for his work. He holds leadership roles in global pediatric neurosurgical groups and regularly attends international scientific meetings.

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci specializes in hydrocephalus surgeries with advanced techniques like neuromonitorization and neuronavigation. He works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in micro neurosurgery at Zurich University
• Completed endoscopic skull base surgery training at University of Pittsburgh
• Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey
• Member of the Executive Committee of the European Skull Base Society
• Published over 110 scientific papers in international journals

Associate professor with specialized training at the University of Wisconsin – Dr. Ucer brings advanced neurosurgical expertise to Biruni University Hospital.

• 14+ years of neurosurgery experience
• Specialized in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Former visiting scholar at University of Wisconsin

Dr. Mehmet Besir Surme specializes in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries at Eskişehir City Hospital, with extensive academic contributions to neurosurgery.

• Trained at Fırat University and completed a fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery in Rome
• Published multiple studies on spinal and cranial conditions
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society with numerous presentations

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu specializes in complex neurosurgery with extensive research in spinal cord injuries and regeneration.

• Over 30 years of neurosurgery experience
• Award-winning researcher in spinal cord therapies
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine societies
• Published 65 international scientific articles

Over 20 years of neurosurgery expertise – Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran specializes in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialist training at Marmara University's Neurosurgery Department
• Completed microsurgery training at GATA in Ankara
• Title of Associate Professor in Neurosurgery since 2021
• Board Member of the Neurosurgical Society
• Extensive experience across multiple renowned hospitals in Turkey

Prof. Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir leads the neurosurgery team at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, specializing in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries.

• Over 20 years of neurosurgery experience, including at Baskent University
• Expert in endoscopic brain surgery techniques
• 1st place in Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Specializes in both brain and spine surgeries

Specializes in hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries with a focus on pediatric neurosurgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 29 years of neurosurgical experience
• Expert in complex spine and cerebrospinal tumor surgeries
• Trained at SSK Göztepe Training Hospital, a leading neurosurgery center
• Thesis on neurosurgical techniques won Istanbul Chamber of Medicine prize