Best neurosurgeons: TOP 235 doctors

Pioneer in robotic spine surgery – Dr. Oliver performs 200+ minimally invasive procedures annually at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 40+ years specializing in brain and spine surgery
• First in Southern Europe to use Mazor Robotics Renaissance System
• President of the European Skull Base Society
• Co-director of the Chiari & Craniocervical Hypermobility Unit

Dr. Toktas brings over a decade of neurosurgical expertise, currently practicing at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specializes in a wide range of neurosurgical procedures
• Previously worked at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
• Also served at Bahçeşehir University Medical Park Göztepe Hospital
• Began career at Tatvan State Hospital

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Conesa leads the Institute of Neurosurgery at Teknon Medical Centre, specializing in complex brain and spinal cord cases.

• 30+ years of experience in highly functional brain and spinal cord surgeries
• Pioneer in augmented reality for brain surgery planning
• Trained at top institutions like Massachusets General Hospital
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

900+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Pinar specializes in complex brain and spine conditions at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Marmara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expert in both adult and pediatric brain tumors and vascular conditions
• Specializes in minimally invasive transnasal approaches for skull base tumors
• Handles complex cases including pituitary adenomas and cerebral aneurysms

Performed 1,600+ Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgeries – Dr. Zirh specializes in movement disorders at Medipol University's PARMER Center.

• 30+ years in functional neurosurgery
• Pioneered Microelectrode Recording technique in Turkey
• Member of World Federation of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
• Guinness World Record holder for largest DBS patient gathering
• Trained at Johns Hopkins and Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Hakan Hanimoglu is a dedicated brain and nerve surgery specialist with experience across top hospitals in Istanbul.

• Specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Trained in multiple leading university hospitals
• Over 15 years of neurosurgical practice
• Handles a wide range of brain and nerve conditions

Prof. Kaynar leads the Neurosurgery Department at Memorial Şişli Hospital, with a strong focus on neurovascular conditions.

• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty
• Board member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Specializes in complex neurovascular cases
• Extensive experience in academic and clinical neurosurgery

Dr. Nezih Ozkan brings 30+ years of neurosurgery expertise to Memorial Şişli Hospital, with leadership roles in major Turkish medical institutions.

• Specializes in complex neurosurgical cases with a focus on advanced techniques
• Former Head of Neurosurgery Department at Abant İzzet Baysal University
• Trained at Zurich University Hospital, bringing international experience
• Combines clinical practice with academic roles as a former lecturer

Prof. Dr. Orkun Koban specializes in complex head and neck tumors, bringing over 15 years of neurosurgical expertise to Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Expert in endoscopic spine surgery and advanced age spinal diseases
• Member of the Neurooncology Association and Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa and Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in scoliosis and tumor disease treatments

Dr. Buhl specializes in brain and spinal cord surgeries using computerized neuronavigation – a leader in neurosurgery with extensive research contributions.

• Expert in treating herniated discs, brain tumors, and vascular anomalies
• Pioneer in minimally invasive and microsurgical techniques
• Published 47+ scientific papers on neuropathology and brain metastasis surgery
• Cofounded a Fund dedicated to brain tumor research
• Recognized by multiple medical organizations for his work

Dr. Gulsah Ozturk Ozluk brings international expertise in neurosurgery, trained at top institutions like Johns Hopkins and Oregon Health and Science University.

• Specializes in neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Worked in the USA and Turkey, gaining diverse experience
• Fellowship-trained at prestigious medical centers
• Handles a wide range of neurosurgical cases

Dr. Strauss Ido specializes in functional neurosurgery, performing advanced procedures like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) at Sourasky Medical Center.

• 20+ years of experience in neurosurgery
• Fellowship-trained in Functional and Stereotactic Neurosurgery at Toronto Western Hospital
• Board Director for the World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
• Published research in national and international journals
• Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical societies

President of the Middle East Spine Society – Professor Yaman specializes in complex spine conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• 15+ years of neurosurgery experience with a focus on spinal disorders
• Former head of spine centers at Koç University Hospital and Memorial Hospitals Group
• Published author and international speaker on neurosurgery topics
• Current instructor at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine

Pioneered Bangkok Hospital Chanthaburi's first endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery – a minimally invasive breakthrough for pituitary tumors with faster recovery.

• 15+ years specializing in neurosurgery and regenerative medicine
• Trained at Siriraj Hospital and International Neuroscience Institute in Germany
• Chief Physician at EDNA Wellness leading stem cell therapy and neurology programs
• Published research on cerebrovascular disorders and minimally invasive techniques

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Uc specializes in minimally invasive spine and brain surgeries at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
• Expert in herniated disc and spinal stenosis treatments
• Published research on percutaneous direct pars repair
• 17+ years of experience in neurosurgery

Prof. Dr. Arslan specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery – trained at Helsinki University Central Hospital, a European leader in neurosurgical innovation.

• 20+ years of neurosurgical experience at leading Turkish hospitals
• Professor at Karadeniz Technical University – among Turkey's top neurosurgical training centers
• Published extensively on brain ischemia and spinal cord conditions
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Prof. Turker Kilic is the first Turkish doctor trained in Gamma Knife radiosurgery at Karolinska Institute, Sweden.

• Over 25 years of neurosurgery experience
• Specializes in spine surgeries and Gamma Knife procedures
• Trained at Harvard Medical School and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
• Former president of Nervous System Surgery Society
• Multiple international awards for neurosurgical research

Prof. Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir ranked 1st in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam – a leading expert in minimally invasive brain and spine surgeries at Medical Park Antalya.

• Specializes in endoscopic techniques for faster recovery
• Over 25 years of neurosurgery experience
• Performs complex vascular and tumor operations
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Dr. Ramazan Uyar specializes in complex spine and brain surgeries, with an award-winning thesis on nerve stimulation. He operates at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 30+ years of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in aneurysm and cerebrospinal tumor surgeries
• Focuses on minimally invasive spine techniques
• Winner of the Dr. Cengiz Çetin thesis prize
• Fluent in English for international patients

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery, with 32 international publications and 92 presentations on advanced techniques like Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

• Trained at Zurich University Hospital in microneurosurgery and intraoperative MRI
• Board member of Turkish and European Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Societies
• Expert in MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) and deep brain stimulation
• Assistant Professor at Medipol University's Gamma Knife Center