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Best Brain tumor doctors: TOP 88 doctors

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Javier Herrero Jover

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
  • 10000+ treatments performed
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • 30+ years leading plastic surgery innovation at Centro Médico Teknon – Dr. Herrero Jover specializes in facial and reconstructive procedures.

    • Founder of Alma IT Systems – pioneer in 3D surgical planning
    • 150+ publications and 350+ global conference presentations
    • Completed fellowships at Hadassah Hospital and Fluminense Clinic
    • Leader in virtual pre-surgical simulation for precision outcomes
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Proton-beam therapy
$29,114.4 - $52,405.92
Radiation therapy for brain tumor
$17,468.64 - $20,962.37
Gamma Knife for brain tumor
$17,468.64 - $20,962.37
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Bartolome Oliver

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 50 years of experience
  • 280+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • 40+ years pioneering minimally invasive neurosurgery – Dr. Oliver directs the Brain Tumor Center at Centro Médico Teknon, with 200+ complex brain surgeries annually.

    • Globally recognized for fluorescence-guided tumor removal
    • President of the European Skull Base Society
    • Performs robotic and endoscopic skull base procedures
    • Pioneered Spain's first robotic spinal surgery program
    • 150+ publications on advanced neurosurgical techniques
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Proton-beam therapy
$29,114.4 - $52,405.92
Radiation therapy for brain tumor
$17,468.64 - $20,962.37
Gamma Knife for brain tumor
$17,468.64 - $20,962.37
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Serkan Kitis

  • 4.7 Excellent 345 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • 900+ brain tumor procedures performed – Dr. Kitis is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

    • 15 years of specialized neurosurgery experience
    • Expert in tumor removal and neurosurgical consultations
    • Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
    • Currently practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul
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Tomotherapy
$7,150 - $7,150
Gamma Knife
$4,300 - $4,300
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Gerardo Conesa Bertran

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Conesa leads the Institute of Neurosurgery and Neurobiology at Centro Médico Teknon, directing complex brain tumor operations.

    • Specializes in surgery for tumors in highly functional brain areas and the brainstem
    • Over 35 years of clinical neurosurgery experience since 1985
    • Uses advanced methods like neuronavigation and intraoperative MRI for precision
    • Completed prestigious international fellowships at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston
    • Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies and the Walter Dandy Society
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Proton-beam therapy
$29,114.4 - $52,405.92
Radiation therapy for brain tumor
$17,468.64 - $20,962.37
Gamma Knife for brain tumor
$17,468.64 - $20,962.37
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Professor Onur Yaman

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Professor Onur Yaman is the president of the Middle East Spine Society and a leading neurosurgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

    • Specialized in neurosurgery with over 15 years of experience
    • Worked at prestigious institutions like Koç University Hospital and Memorial Hospitals Group
    • Awarded the title of professor in 2021 for his contributions to neurosurgery
    • Active in many professional associations and international congresses
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Orkun Koban

  • 4.8 Excellent 158 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Orkun Koban specializes in complex head and neck tumors, bringing over 16 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
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Akin Akakin

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • 20+ years of experience in neurosurgery – Dr. Akakin specializes in complex brain and nerve conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

    • Expert in far lateral lumbar disc surgery using lateral microsurgical approach
    • Specializes in neurovascular surgery and cerebrovascular diseases
    • Completed doctorate program at Florida University Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy
    • Published multiple articles in international conferences and journals
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Mustafa Bozbuga

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga has over 30 years of experience in neurosurgery, specializing in complex brain tumor cases at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

    • Expert in skull base surgery and neuro-oncology
    • Published in international peer-reviewed journals
    • Presented research at global neurosurgery conferences
    • Professor at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital
    • Trained at Istanbul University Medical School
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Melih Uc

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Specialized in neurosurgery with expertise in brain tumors – Dr. Uc trained at the University of Wisconsin and has extensive experience in complex neurological conditions.

    • Fellowship-trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
    • Handles brain tumors, spinal cord tumors, and cerebral hemorrhage
    • Published research on minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
    • Member of Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital team
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Gamma Knife
$8,500 - $8,500
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Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
  • Specializes in brain tumor surgery with minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

    • Over 20 years of neurosurgery experience
    • Expert in Gamma Knife surgery for brain tumors
    • Proficient in pediatric neurosurgery, including pediatric brain tumors
    • Published numerous articles on brain tumor management
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Erhan Arslan

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Erhan Arslan specializes in brain tumor surgery with over 20 years of neurosurgical experience at top institutions like VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

    • Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgery techniques
    • Published extensively on brain tumor treatments and outcomes
    • Clinical observer at Helsinki University Central Hospital
    • Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association
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Brain tumor removal
$12,000 - $15,000
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Idris Avci

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Dr. Avci trained at Johns Hopkins University in Fundamental Neuroscience and Neuroimaging – expertise that directly benefits complex brain tumor cases.

    • Specialized in Brain and Nerve Surgery since 2020
    • Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital – a dedicated neuroscience center
    • Published in multiple international scientific journals
    • Experience working in Germany, Netherlands, and Slovenia
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Paul Kremer

  • 4.7 Excellent 7 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Germany, Hamburg, Asklepios Nord Clinic
  • One of the world's first developers of intraoperative MRI – Prof. Kremer leads neurosurgery at Asklepios Nord with cutting-edge techniques.

    • Specializes in complex brain tumors and spine neurosurgery
    • Certified in special vascular neurosurgery by German Society of Neurosurgery
    • Develops microsurgical techniques for tumor diagnostics and treatment
    • Former senior physician at Heidelberg University Hospital
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Ersoy Kocabicak

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Atlas University Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabicak has 18+ years specializing in neurosurgery, with extensive research on deep brain stimulation techniques.

    • Rector of Atlas University, overseeing the neurosurgery department
    • Published 46+ international articles on brain treatments and neurostimulation
    • Founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
    • Fellowship-trained at Maastricht University in neuroscience
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Brain tumor removal
$11,645.76 - $15,139.49
Radiation therapy for brain tumor
$2,000 - $4,000
Brain tumor surgery
$9,000 - $20,000
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Savas Ceylan

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
  • Performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries – Prof. Ceylan specializes in complex brain tumor cases at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

    • Expert in pituitary adenomas – treated 4,384 cases
    • Trained in syringomyelia and stereotactic neurosurgery in the UK
    • Head of Neurosurgery Department at Kocaeli University
    • Member of WFNS Skull Base Committee
    • Recipient of Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award
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Brain tumor removal
$12,000 - $15,000
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Musa Boztepe

  • 4.7 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
  • Specializes in brain tumor surgery with extensive neurosurgical training. Dr. Boztepe brings decades of experience to complex cases.

    • Trained at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
    • Completed specialized courses in cerebrovascular and functional neurosurgery
    • Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association
    • Experience across multiple hospitals including Hospitalpark Darıca
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Uwe Kehler

  • 4 Good 1 review
  • 34 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Germany, Hamburg, Asklepios Altona Clinic
  • Prof. Kehler leads a team performing 350+ brain tumor surgeries annually at Asklepios Altona Clinic with success rates up to 90%.

    • Specializes in vascular and spinal neurosurgery
    • Uses microsurgical and endoscopic techniques to preserve nerves
    • Published 85+ research papers on brain tumors
    • Chief neurosurgeon since 2005
    • Member of European and German neurosurgical societies
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Alexandru Cristescu

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Romania, Bucharest, Ponderas Academic Hospital
  • Dr. Cristescu specializes in brain tumor removal with precision and a patient-centered approach at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

    • Extensive experience in neurosurgery with residency in renowned French hospitals
    • Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
    • Combines advanced surgical methods with compassionate care
    • Dedicated to achieving excellent patient outcomes
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Brain tumor removal
$9,898.9 - $11,354.62
Brain tumor surgery
$9,898.9 - $11,377.91
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Mehmet Osman Akcakaya

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery – trained at Hannover Medical School, a leading center for brain tumor treatment.

    • Associate Professor at Florence Nightingale Hospitals
    • Fellowship in microsurgery of peripheral nerves at Tel Aviv Medical Center
    • Over 14 years of neurosurgery experience
    • Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
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Roberto Martínez Álvarez

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  • 42 years of experience
  • Spain, Madrid, Hospital Ruber Internacional
  • Head of Functional Neurosurgery and Radiosurgery at Ruber International Hospital. With over 180 publications, Dr. Martínez Álvarez is a leader in stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumors.

    • 30+ years at Ruber International Hospital
    • Member of the Executive Council of the International Society of Stereotactic Radiosurgery
    • Honorary Professor at Autonomous University of Madrid
    • Specializes in vestibular schwannoma and meningioma treatment
    • Published research in top neurosurgery journals
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Gamma Knife
$27,350 - $32,820
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Bookimed Insights: Top Doctors for Brain tumor Treatment

Bookimed has coordinated 2402 patient requests for Brain tumor treatment, working with 88 specialists worldwide. The doctors in this table consistently stand out for their credentials and expertise in addressing specific patient needs. All information comes from actual patient cases and treatment offers created by our partner clinics.
DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
46 years of experienceFacial reconstruction and aesthetic proceduresDeveloped groundbreaking 3D surgical planning technology. Former president of CARS and chair of MICARS. Runs a top-tier multidisciplinary plastic surgery unit.
Spain
from $250
50 years of experienceComplex skull base tumorsLeading European expert in minimally invasive brain tumor removal – combines fluorescence guidance and robotics. Directs Teknon's specialized Brain Tumor Center.
Spain
from $350
16 years of experienceBrain tumor removalAssociate Professor with 900+ brain tumor procedures. Specializes in tumor removal and neurosurgical consultations at Memorial Şişli Hospital.
Turkey
Price on request
41 years of experienceBrain tumors in highly functional or critical areasDirector of the Neurosurgery Institute, specializing in complex cases in the brainstem and functional zones using advanced intraoperative imaging and neuronavigation. Completed five-year EANS training cycle and major US fellowships.
Spain
from $350
25 years of experienceComplex spine and brain tumor casesPresident of the Middle East Spine Society – combines spine expertise with brain tumor care. Professor at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine.
Turkey
Price on request
21 years of experienceComplex head and neck tumorsSpecializes in endoscopic spine surgery and complex tumor cases. Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgery associations including Neurooncology Association.
Turkey
Price on request
26 years of experienceComplex neurovascular casesSpecializes in far lateral lumbar disc surgery and neurovascular conditions. Florida University-trained with international publications.
Turkey
Price on request
35 years of experienceComplex skull base tumorsSpecializes in high-risk skull base and neuro-oncology cases. Professor at NPISTANBUL with 30+ years' experience. Published researcher in international journals.
Turkey
Price on request
19 years of experienceComplex brain tumorsTrained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic – specializes in minimally invasive techniques for brain and spinal tumors. Published researcher in neurosurgery.
Turkey
Price on request
23 years of experienceMinimally invasive brain tumor surgerySpecializes in advanced techniques like Gamma Knife surgery and pediatric brain tumor cases. Published extensively on improving surgical outcomes.
Turkey
Price on request