Page 5 - Best neurosurgeons: TOP 246 doctors

Featured in The Journal of Neuroscience for groundbreaking epilepsy research – Dr. Shao Ming pioneered propofol use in Wada tests, enhancing surgical safety.

• Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard University and Dartmouth College
• Authored over 50 scientific articles, including 30 in international journals
• Chairman of the Neurophysiological Monitoring Group of the Chinese Neurosurgical Society
• Specializes in epilepsy, movement disorders, and sleep disorders
• Recipient of multiple prestigious grants for epilepsy research

1,100+ pituitary tumor surgeries performed – Prof. Dr. Omur Gunaldi leads neurosurgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• 25 years of experience specializing in endoscopic skull base surgery
• Head of Neurosurgery at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital
• Performs 20-25 pituitary surgeries monthly with his team
• Trained at Bakirkoy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Hospital

Specializing in complex neurosurgical procedures, Dr. Bekir Tugcu has over 33 years of experience of experience, particularly in deep brain stimulation and minimally invasive techniques.

• Expert in endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery
• Performs craniovertebral junction surgeries for complex cases
• Former Chief of Neurosurgery at a major Istanbul teaching hospital
• Published professor with extensive neuro-oncology fellowship training

Professor Itzhak Fried is a globally renowned neurosurgeon, pioneering innovative epilepsy treatments and advanced brain surgeries at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Trained at Stanford and Yale Universities
• Specializes in deep brain stimulation and functional brain mapping
• Develops cutting-edge methods for epilepsy management
• Teaches at UCLA, Yale, and Tel-Aviv Medical Center

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in Gamma Knife procedures and complex neurosurgical interventions at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for brain and nerve conditions
• Specializes in neurorrhaphy for precise nerve repair and reconstruction
• Focuses on patient-centered care with personalized treatment plans
• Practices at a leading university hospital with advanced neurosurgical facilities

Over 100 successful skull base tumor surgeries – Prof. Navo specializes in minimally invasive endoscopic removal at Ichilov Medical Center.

• Heads the Neurosurgery Department at Ichilov
• Performs both adult and pediatric brain tumor surgeries
• Trained in advanced skull base surgery in the US
• Uses endoscopic nasal approach for faster recovery
• Member of North American Skull Base Society

Dr. Terbetas specializes in neurosurgery at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital, focusing on complex neurological conditions.

• Over 26 years of experience of experience in neurosurgical procedures
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

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

Dr. Mammadli trained under renowned neurosurgeons like Prof. Hugues Duffau and Prof. Michael Lawton, mastering advanced techniques in neurosurgery.

• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies and Congress of Neurological Surgeons
• Specializes in complex neurosurgical procedures with a focus on precision
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Barrow Neurological Institute
• Attended numerous international neurosurgery conferences and courses
• Expert in both cranial and spinal neurosurgery

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

• 41 years of experience 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

Specializes in neurovascular surgery with expertise in microsurgery and endovascular techniques at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital.

• Associate Professor with extensive experience in neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Academy and Uludağ University
• Fluent in English, facilitating communication with international patients

900+ spinal treatments performed – Dr. Cristescu specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Trained in France at leading hospitals
• Expert in brain tumor removal and spinal surgery
• Known for precision and patient-centered care
• Combines advanced techniques with compassionate treatment

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

• Over 20 years of experience 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

Led the Korean Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Society – Dr. Lee specializes in spinal disorders at Naeun Hospital.

• 40 years of experience focused on spinal tumors and cervical spine disorders
• Former Professor of Neurosurgery at Gachon University Gil Medical Center
• Executive Director of three major Korean neurosurgical organizations
• PhD in Medicine from Hanyang University

Prof. Dr. Tufan Cansever is an experienced neurosurgeon. He specializes in spinal surgery, brain tumors, and neurovascular diseases. His expertise includes minimally invasive spine surgery, pain management, and interventional procedures. He uses advanced surgical techniques and a patient-centered approach. He achieves strong outcomes in diagnosis and treatment. He has contributed to many international scientific publications.

Professional memberships: Turkish Neurosurgical Society; Turkish Spine Society. Awards: Dr. Yıldız Yalçınlar Scientific Research Award (2009); Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Award, 2nd Prize (2012); Neurosurgery Thesis Support Award (2005).

Harvard-trained spine surgeon with 76 years of experience of experience – Prof. Konya specializes in complex spinal conditions at Medical Park Göztepe.

• Expert in minimally invasive waist and neck hernia treatments
• Member of multiple international spine societies including NASS and SRS
• Published 47 peer-reviewed articles on spine research and treatments
• Specializes in spinal tumor removal and complex spine surgeries

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon. She trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She earned her MD in 1984 after study from 1978 to 1984. She completed neurosurgery training from 1986 to 1993. Her 1993 dissertation examined “Fetal Hypophysis Transplantation Under the Renal Capsule in Rats.”

She completed advanced courses in endoscopic pituitary surgery (2005, 2007, 2008) and endoscopic lumbar disc surgery (2007). She also trained in molecular genetics for clinicians (2003) and CME with the World Federation of Neurology (2002). She studied epilepsy surgery focused on insular–hippocampal anatomy (1999) and thoracolumbar trauma (1998). She attended the EANS European Neurosurgery Course (1988). Her clinical training includes observerships at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades and Hôpital Lariboisière in 1991. She completed an internship there in 1999.

Ranked among Israel's top spinal surgeons by the Israeli Medical Association – Dr. Pekarsky performs 60+ minimally invasive spine surgeries monthly.

• Specializes in herniated disc treatment for adults and children
• Trained in the USA, Switzerland, France, Italy, and Austria
• Member of the Israeli Spine Society and Spine Society of Europe
• Trusted by elite athletes including Olympic medalists

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in minimally invasive spinal and brain surgery at Atlas University Hospital, with advanced training from Dokuz Eylül University.

• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on innovative neurosurgical techniques
• Trained in advanced spinal surgery and functional neurosurgery courses
• Focuses on complex spinal conditions and brain tumors

Specializes in advanced spinal and neurovascular surgeries, including endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Professor with extensive research in spinal anatomy and surgical techniques
• Expert in endoscopic pituitary surgeries and trigeminal neuralgia treatments
• Published extensively in international neurosurgery journals
• Focuses on both degenerative spine diseases and complex neuro-oncology cases