Page 3 - Best neurosurgeons: TOP 238 doctors

Dr. Murat Dokdok brings elite training from Harvard School of Medicine and Minnesota University to his practice at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specializes in interventional radiology and neuroradiology
• Fluent in English and Turkish for international patients
• Trained at top institutions including Istanbul University and Acibadem Hospital

Dr. Kitis has performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures, specializing in complex cerebrovascular conditions at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 15+ years of neurosurgery experience in leading Istanbul hospitals
• Expertise in Moyamoya disease and brain tumor removal
• Trained at Bezmialem University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical background

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.

Specializing in neurosurgery for over 20+ years, Dr. Akyuz brings extensive expertise to Memorial Antalya Hospital.

• Works exclusively in brain and nerve surgery
• Former specialist at MedicalPark Hospital and Akdeniz University
• Focuses on a wide range of neurosurgical procedures

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with over 19 years of experience – Dr. Sari specializes in complex neurosurgical cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital with EANS accreditation
• Contributed to establishing the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol University
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patient consultations
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

1,100+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Yil specializes in complex cerebrovascular and spinal cases with Yale-trained expertise.

• Fellowship-trained at Yale School of Medicine in cerebrovascular research
• Awarded Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize by Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Active member of AOSpine and Turkish Spine Association
• Organizes international skull-base anatomy courses

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery – Dr. Michalik focuses on artificial disk implants and endoscopic procedures at Carolina Hospital.

• Expert in both lumbar and cervical spine procedures
• Trained internationally in the USA, Germany, and Switzerland
• Published multiple papers on neurosurgical techniques
• Performs surgical treatment for spinal tumors

1,100+ neurosurgical treatments performed – Dr. Netczuk specializes in spine surgery with extensive academic and clinical experience.

• Trained in endoscopic spine surgery techniques
• Member of EUROSPINE and Polish neurosurgical societies
• Academic lecturer with published research
• Performs at Carolina Hospital

2,500+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Bujko is a certified instructor in endoscopic spine surgery at Carolina Hospital.

• Specialist in both open and minimally invasive approaches
• Expert in complex brain and spinal conditions
• Fluent in English, Polish, German, and Russian

35+ years performing complex brain and nerve surgeries – Prof. Akalan specializes in epilepsy and pediatric neurosurgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Extensive experience using O-arm Imaging and intraoperative MRI for precision
• Published 117 scientific papers and co-authored a major neurosurgery textbook
• Specializes in epilepsy surgery, glioma treatment, and movement disorders
• Expert in advanced techniques to minimize surgical risks

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guclu has 20+ years in neurosurgery, specializing in spine and functional neurosurgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained at Cleveland Clinic for advanced spine techniques
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Specializes in full-endoscopic spinal operations
• Published 22 international papers on neurosurgical outcomes
• Expert in minimally invasive spine surgeries

Dr Pimchaya Panichkul brings over 20 years of medical expertise with specialized training in dermatology and surgery from the USA.

• Holds a Certificate in Facial Plastic Surgery from Korea
• Member of Panasia Cosmatic, highlighting commitment to aesthetic and surgical excellence
• Additional certification in Anti-Aging Medicine, offering a holistic approach to patient care

Dr. Manfred Muehlbauer combines microsurgical precision with minimally invasive techniques at Wiener Privatklinik, focusing on complex spinal and brain conditions.

• Specializes in spinal microsurgery, including herniated discs and spinal deformities
• Decades of experience in neurotrauma and complex spine reconstruction
• Trained at Vienna General Hospital – a top neurosurgical center
• Senior consultant leading multidisciplinary spine surgery teams
• Focuses on tailored surgical strategies for optimal outcomes

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' – Dr. Karacaoglan specializes in natural-looking results at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• 30+ years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• 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

Dr Keerapat is a specialist in plastic and cosmetic surgery with advanced training in the United States.

• Graduated from top Thai hospitals in general and plastic surgery
• Trained at prestigious U.S. institutions including UTHSC and PACES Plastic Surgery
• Medical Professor at Srinakharinwirot University
• Member of the Thai Society of Plastic Surgeons

900+ neurosurgical procedures performed – Dr. Skuryginas specializes in spinal conditions at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital.

• 20+ years of experience in neurosurgery
• Specialized training in spinal neurosurgery from EANS
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• 4.7 patient satisfaction rating

Professor Salih Murat Imer is a Gamma Knife specialist with advanced training in Marseille – performing precise neurosurgical procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 30+ years of neurosurgery experience with Turkish Board certification
• Specialized in minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery from Herne, Germany
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Former professor at Istanbul University's prestigious neurosurgery department

Prof. Akcakaya specializes in minimally invasive brain surgery – trained at Hannover Medical School in advanced stereotactic techniques.

• Over 15 years of neurosurgery experience
• Fellowship-trained in sterotactic and functional neurosurgery
• Board-certified by the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Expert in Gamma Knife procedures and deep brain stimulation
• Academic professor training future neurosurgeons

Dr. Roth specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery – trained at Cornell Medical Center and performs over 150 brain tumor removals annually at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Fellowship-trained in pediatric neurosurgery at NYU Langone Health
• Member of European and International Societies of Pediatric Neurosurgery
• Dual specialization in adult and pediatric neurosurgery
• Published extensively on neurosurgical techniques

Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate – a unique innovation in spine surgery. He performs complex procedures at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• 25+ years of experience in neurology, neurosurgery, and spine surgery
• Member of prestigious societies including AO Spine and Euro Spine
• Recognized with multiple best presentation awards
• Specializes in complex spine conditions and innovative techniques