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Best Moyamoya disease doctors: TOP 52 doctors

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Gerardo Conesa Bertran

  • 4.7 Excellent 438 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Conesa specializes in Moyamoya disease as part of his vascular neurosurgery expertise at the Teknon Medical Centre.

    • Over 30 years of experience as a practicing neurosurgeon
    • Held a major directorial role at Hospital del Mar's neurosurgery department
    • Completes fellowships at leading US hospitals like Massachusetts General
    • A member of the prestigious European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
    • Research includes advanced computer platforms for planning brain surgery
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Melih Uc

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Specializes in treating complex brain and spine conditions, including Moyamoya disease, at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

    • Trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
    • Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
    • Published research on innovative surgical approaches
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Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Prof. Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir specializes in vascular brain surgeries, including Moyamoya disease, at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

    • Over 25 years of neurosurgical experience
    • Expert in endoscopic brain surgery techniques
    • Specializes in vascular operations like aneurysms and AVMs
    • First place in Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam
    • Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Medical Association
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Ramazan Uyar

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Specializes in pediatric neurosurgery and complex cerebrovascular conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

    • Over 30 years of neurosurgery experience
    • Trained at SSK Göztepe Training Hospital – one of Turkey's leading institutions
    • Expert in aneurysm and cerebrospinal tumor surgeries
    • Performs advanced spine surgeries including lumbar and neck hernias
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Erhan Arslan

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Arslan specializes in Moyamoya disease at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, bringing decades of neurosurgical expertise to complex cases.

    • Over 20 years of neurosurgery experience
    • Specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
    • Published extensively on brain ischemia and neurosurgical outcomes
    • Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association
    • Current professor at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
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Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
  • Specializes in cerebrovascular surgeries including Moyamoya disease at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

    • Over 20 years of neurosurgery experience
    • Skilled in complex cerebrovascular procedures like aneurysm repairs
    • Uses advanced surgical and endoscopic techniques
    • Published extensively on neurosurgery outcomes
    • Works with pediatric and adult cases
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Musa Boztepe

  • 4.7 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Büyük Anadolu Hospitals (BAH International)
  • Specializes in Moyamoya disease with advanced cerebrovascular surgery training. Dr. Boztepe brings decades of neurosurgical expertise to Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

    • Trained in cerebrovascular surgery through Turkish Neurosurgery Association courses
    • Attended specialized pediatric orthopedic meetings relevant to neurological conditions
    • Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association with focus on vascular disorders
    • Performs both diagnostic and surgical interventions for Moyamoya
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Erkan Kaptanoglu

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  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Estexper Clinic
  • Prof. Kaptanoglu specializes in complex neurosurgical cases, including Moyamoya disease, with decades of experience at top institutions like Ankara Numune Hospital and Marmara University.

    • Over 30 years in neurosurgery with a focus on vascular and pediatric cases
    • Recipient of multiple prestigious awards for spinal cord and brain research
    • Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
    • Published 100+ scientific articles and book chapters
    • Member of EUROSPINE and Turkish Neurosurgical Society
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Savas Ceylan

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Ceylan has performed over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries, including complex cases in the sellar region, at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

    • Specializes in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery for pituitary tumors
    • Over 30 years of experience as a professor and head of neurosurgery
    • Trained in the UK under leading neurosurgeons Bernard Williams and Edward Hitchcock
    • Member of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Skull Base Committee
    • Recipient of the 2016 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award
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Ozdogan Selcuk

  • New
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Estexper Clinic
  • Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, specializing in complex brain conditions like Moyamoya disease.

    • Clinical Fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital
    • Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
    • Experience at multiple leading hospitals including Istanbul Training and Research Hospitals
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Ilhan Elmaci

  • 5 Excellent 52 reviews
  • 39 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci is a leading neurosurgeon specializing in Moyamoya disease, with over 30 years of experience in brain vascular diseases.

    • Trained in micro neurosurgery under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil at Zurich University
    • Enhanced expertise in vascular neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University
    • 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
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Serkan Kitis

  • 4.7 Excellent 353 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Serkan Kitis has performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures, including Moyamoya disease treatments, at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

    • 14 years of experience in neurosurgery
    • Specializes in complex cerebrovascular conditions
    • Trained at Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine
    • Current neurosurgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital
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Felix Bokstein

  • 4.5 Good 155 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • As head of a neuro-oncology clinic, Dr. Bokstein expertly handles complex neurological conditions requiring precise diagnosis and treatment planning.

    • He specializes in managing brain tumors and vascular neurological disorders.
    • Works at the renowned Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).
    • Experience includes creating personalized treatment strategies for delicate brain conditions.
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Roth Jonathan

  • 4.5 Good 155 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Roth has dual specialization in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery at the leading Sourasky Medical Center. His advanced training in endoscopic skull base surgery provides a modern approach.

    • Performs a wide range of vascular and reconstructive neurosurgical procedures
    • Specialized in pediatric neurosurgery at NYU Langone Health
    • Trained in endoscopic techniques at Cornell Medical Center in New York
    • Member of the European Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery
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Grossman Rachel

  • 4.5 Good 155 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Grossman completed a prestigious brain tumor fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital – a leading center for complex neurosurgery. She works at the Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) in Tel Aviv.

    • Performs complex brain procedures, including awake craniotomies
    • Specializes in minimally invasive endoscopic surgery for skull base tumors
    • Holds membership in major international neurosurgical societies like EANS and WFNS
    • Trained in advanced techniques through an international course in London
    • Conducts research contributing to novel brain tumor treatments
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Ramazan Sari

  • 5 Excellent 52 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Dr. Ramazan Sari is an Associate Professor specializing in neurosurgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, with extensive academic and clinical expertise.

    • Specialized in neurosurgery at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
    • Contributed to establishing the neurosurgery department at Medipol University
    • Proficient in both Turkish and English for patient care
    • Holds an Associate Professorship in neurosurgery since 2021
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Margalit Navo

  • 4.5 Good 155 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Professor Navo has performed over 100 surgeries for tumors at the skull base – the area affected in Moyamoya. He leads the Neurosurgery Department at Ichilov Medical Center.

    • He is a specialist in minimally invasive endoscopic brain surgery.
    • His training includes a fellowship in advanced skull base surgery in the United States.
    • He operates on both adult and pediatric patients.
    • He is a member of the North American Skull Base Society.
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Salih Murat Imer

  • 5 Excellent 52 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Professor Salih Murat Imer brings 38+ years of neurosurgical expertise, including advanced training in functional neurosurgery – key for Moyamoya care.

    • Specialized in cerebrovascular surgery at Istanbul University
    • Trained in Finland and France for advanced neurosurgical techniques
    • Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
    • Performs surgeries at Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Nurperi Gazioglu

  • 5 Excellent 52 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • 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.

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Bookimed Insights: Top Moyamoya disease Specialists in the World (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 139 requests for Moyamoya disease treatment globally, collaborating with 52 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 global ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
41 years of experienceVascular neurosurgery for MoyamoyaExpert in vascular neurosurgery, a core Moyamoya specialty. Leads the neurosurgery institute at Teknon and is a member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
Spain
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19 years of experienceComplex cerebrovascular conditionsTrained at top US neurosurgery clinic — specializes in brain and spine disorders with published research on surgical techniques.
Turkey
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24 years of experienceVascular brain surgeriesSpecializes in complex vascular brain operations including Moyamoya disease. Award-winning neurosurgeon with endoscopic expertise. Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society.
Turkey
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35 years of experiencePediatric neurosurgery casesSpecializes in pediatric neurosurgery and complex cerebrovascular conditions. Winner of Dr. Cengiz Çetin thesis prize for work on vagus nerve stimulation.
Turkey
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19 years of experienceComplex Moyamoya casesSpecializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery for Moyamoya disease. Published researcher on brain ischemia with Turkish Neurosurgery Association membership.
Turkey
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23 years of experienceComplex cerebrovascular casesExpert in Moyamoya disease surgeries with extensive cerebrovascular experience. Skilled in both pediatric and adult procedures, with published research on surgical outcomes.
Turkey
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37 years of experienceComplex cerebrovascular casesFocused training in cerebrovascular surgery techniques through Turkish Neurosurgery Association. Handles both pediatric and adult Moyamoya cases with surgical precision.
Turkey
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34 years of experienceComplex vascular neurosurgerySpecializes in high-risk vascular cases like Moyamoya with extensive research in spinal cord regeneration. Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University with 100+ publications.
Turkey
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32 years of experienceComplex sellar region pathologiesPioneer in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery with 5,629+ procedures. Head of Neurosurgery at Kocaeli University and member of WFNS Skull Base Committee.
Turkey
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15 years of experienceComplex Moyamoya casesTrained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil – a neurosurgery pioneer. Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European neurosurgical societies.
Turkey
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