Best Spinal cord abscess neurosurgeons: TOP 126 doctors

• Specializes in treating spinal cord abscess using microsurgical techniques.
• Experienced with non-invasive radiosurgery tools like CyberKnife and Novalis.
• Offers online consultations for spinal cord abscess diagnosis and treatment plans.
• International practice in Stockholm, Zurich, Montreal, St. Louis, and Pittsburgh.
• Member of the European Society of the Brain Tumors Neurosurgery.
• Engages in global medical communities including the American Academy of Minimally Invasive Spinal Medicine and Surgery.
• Consults in English and Spanish, ensuring clear communication for patients.

• Specializes in Spinal cord abscess treatment with high efficacy.
• Treatment options include antibiotics, surgical drainage, and decompression.
• International training in USA (Chicago, Boston, Minneapolis, Seattle) and France (Toulouse).
• Expert in brain and spinal cord surgery with advanced techniques.
• Accredited member of European and Spanish Neurosurgical Societies.
• Offers online consultations for Spinal cord abscess concerns.
• Fluent in Spanish and English, catering to a diverse patient base.

• Dr. Selçuk Göçmen specializes in Spinal cord abscess treatment.
• Treatment options include antibiotics, surgical drainage, and spinal stabilization.
• International training in the USA at Oregon Health and Science University, Cleveland Clinic.
• Expert in neurosurgery with functional neurosurgery and Gamma Knife certifications.
• Member of the Turkish Spine Association, focusing on spinal health.
• Consultations for Spinal cord abscess available online.
• Fluent in Turkish and English, accommodating a broader patient base.

Dr. Margalit Navo is a highly experienced neurosurgeon who heads the Neurosurgery Department at Ichilov (Sourasky) Medical Center. He specializes in the minimally invasive endoscopic removal of skull tumors in both adults and children and has performed over 170 successful surgeries for meningioma and skull base tumors. He is a member of the Israel Neurosurgical Society, North American Skull Base Society, and Israel Medicine Association.

• Dr. Gökalp Silav specializes in Spinal cord abscess treatment.
• Uses advanced methods: antibiotics, surgery, and drainage if necessary.
• International practice in the USA at prestigious institutions for neurological expertise.
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques ensuring precision and reduced tissue damage.
• Holds leading neurosurgeon position at Memorial Şişli Hospital.
• Accredited by The Turkish Medical Association and The Turkish Neurosurgical Society.
• Provides consultations in English and Turkish.

• Specializes in Spinal cord abscess treatment using advanced methods.
• Expert in surgical drainage, antibiotic therapy, and spinal stabilization techniques.
• Internationally trained in the United States, enhancing his medical expertise.
• Renowned for precision in neurosurgical procedures, with a focus on patient safety.
• Holds a Doctorate in Neuroanatomy from Florida University, underscoring his knowledge.
• Active member of professional neurosurgery societies, contributing to global best practices.
• Fluent in English and Turkish, facilitating clear communication with diverse patients.

Specializations

Brain Tumors

Aneurysm Surgery

Pituitary Surgery

Spine Surgery

Waist neck and back hernias

Spine Tumors

Spinal Fractures

Peripheral Nerve Surgery

Dr. Serdar Kahraman is a highly experienced neurosurgeon with 30 years of practice and is head of the Neurosurgery Department at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in brain and nerve surgery, spinal surgery, neuroendoscopy and spinal endoscopic surgery. He has an impressive list of certificates and is a member of several prestigious organizations.

EDUCATION:

• Turhan and Mediha Tansel Primary School (1979–1984)
• Kültür College (1984–1988)
• Semiha Şakir High School (1988–1991)
• Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (1991–1997)
• Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department, Specialist Training (1997–2002)
• Title of Associate Professor in Neurosurgery (May 31, 2021)

ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

• "Visiting Physician," University of Southern California, Department of Neurosurgery (1998)
• "Microsurgery Training," GATA (Gülhane Military Medical Academy), Ankara Education and Research Hospital (2003)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Gülhane Military Medical Academy Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital (2002–2003)
• Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital (2003–2005)
• Private Avicenna Ataşehir Hospital (2005–2012)
• Private 29 Mayıs Hospital (2012–2013)
• Maltepe State Hospital (2013–2018)
• Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital (2018–2020)
• Private Academic Hospital (2020–2022)
• Hisar Intercontinental Hospital (2022–2024)
• Private Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital (2024–Present)

ADMINISTRATIVE AND ACADEMIC ROLES:

• Board Member, Neurosurgical Society (2006–2009)
• Head of the Emergency Department, Maltepe State Hospital (2014–2016)
• Deputy Chief Physician, Private Academic Hospital (2020–2021)
• Advisory Board Member, Beykent University Faculty of Medicine (2018–2024)
• Faculty Member, Galata University Faculty of Health Sciences (2022–2024)
• Director, Continuous Education Center, Galata University (2022–2024)

• Specializes in Spinal cord abscess treatment with minimally invasive surgical methods.
• Expert in drainage, debridement, and antibiotic therapy for abscess resolution.
• International training from the USA: Emory University, University of Oklahoma.
• Head of Neurosurgery at Quirónsalud Barcelona Hospital, focusing on spinal conditions.
• Fluent in Spanish, English, Russian, German, Italian, and Catalan.
• Offers remote consultations for patients with spinal cord abscess concerns.
• Member of multiple professional societies, ensuring up-to-date practices.

Specializations

Vertebra Surgery

Cranial Surgery

Emergency Trauma Surgery

⁠Spine Surgery Instability

⁠Brain Tumors Surgery

Lumbar and Cervical Hernias

Education and Expertise

1998 - 2005 - Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

1998 - 2005 - Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul

(Head of the Department: Prof Dr Türker KILIÇ)

2011 - 2012 - Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA (Director: Murat Günel MD. PhD., Professor of Neurosurgery)Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship

Professional Memberships

2014 + Turkish Neurosurgery Association

2017 + Turkish Spine Association

2018 + AOSpine

Awards

Turkish Neurosurgery Society 31st Scientific Congress “Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize”, Antalya, 2017.

Courses and Certificates

1. Member of the Organizing Committee; 12. National Neuroscience Congress, Bahçeşehir University, 28-31 May 2014

2. Member of the Organizing Committee; 11. ASNO 'Skull-base Anatomy Course', 11-14 September 2014, Istanbul

3. Instructor / Member of the Organizing Committee; Neurosurgery Course Series – 4 /Prof. Dr. Evandro de Oliveira Skull Base Course 2, Prof. Rhoton Anatomy Lab BAU Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, 2015.

4. Member of the Organizing Committee; International Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery Microelectrode Recording Cadaver Course, Rhoton Anatomy Lab BAU Faculty of Medicine, 6-7 February 2015 Istanbul.

5. Organization Officer; TND Istanbul Meetings, Istanbul, 2015-2016

• Dr. Paul Kremer specializes in Spinal cord abscess treatment.
• Expert in surgical drainage, antibiotic therapy, and stabilization procedures.
• International practice in Germany at Asklepios Nord Clinic.
• Holds a degree in general medicine and a specialty in neurosurgery.
• Member of prestigious neurosurgical societies.
• Offers consultations for patients with Spinal cord abscess online.
• Communicates fluently in English and German.

Specializations

Endoscopic Closed Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery

Surgical Treatment for Spine Fractures

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Cervical and Lumbar Herniations

Specializations

Micro Surgical Lumbar and Cervical Disc Herniation Treatment

Scoliosis Surgery and Treatment

Brain and Spine Tumors

Spine Fracture Treatment

Spinal Canal Narrowing Surgery

Lumbar Slipping Surgery and Treatment

Medical School: Suleyman Demirel University, 2004

Neurosurgery Training: Gazi University, Department of Neurosurgery, 2011

Dr Mehmet Tonge has international and nationwide 32 publications, 12 book chapters, 92 oral and poster presentations and 41 invited lectures, mostly on Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.

Work & Training experience:

2004-2011: Gazi University, Department of Neurosurgery (Residency)

2008: Zurich University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery (Intraoperative MRI applications), Switzerland

2008: Zurich University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery: Microneurosurgery, white matter dissection, interventional neuroradiology courses, Switzerland

2011 – 2012: Sinop Ataturk State Hospital, Neurosurgeon

2012 – 2013: Cankiri State Hospital, Neurosurgeon

2013 – 2014: Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Neurosurgery & Gamma Knife Center (Ass Prof)

2013 – now: Maastricht University Neurosurgery & Neuroscience Department (Visiting scientist, PhDc) The Netherlands

2014: Maastricht University, The Netherlands: Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship 2014-2018: Istanbul Memorial Hospital Neurosurgery: Staff Neurosurgeon

2016-2018: Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital (Consultant, Gamma Knife Center)

2018-now: Istanbul Medipol University (Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery, Gamma Knife Center) Ass. Prof.)

Dr Mehmet Tonge has completed 4-year cycle EANS (European Association of Neurosurgical Societies) Training courses.

Clinical areas of interest:

• Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery

• Surgery for movement disorders

• Gamma Knife Radiosurgery

* Surgery for pain & spasticity

* Psychosurgery

Research areas of interest:

* Deep brain stimulation

• Stereotactic radiosurgery

Experience

2019 – 2019

• University of Insubria, Varese, Italy, 

Insubria University Faculty of Medicine

2015

• MERSİN UNIVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE, DOCTOR, LECTURER

2013 – 2015

• ANKARA PRIVATE ACIBADEM HOSPITAL

2010 – 2012

• DIYARBAKIR TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL,

2002 – 2003

• AYDIN 1ST PRIVATE TRAINING BATTALION
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Education

2010

• ANKARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE, BRAIN AND SURGERY SPECIALIST

1992

• GAZI UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

• Specializes in Spinal cord abscess treatment and neurosurgery.
• Expert in managing spinal infections through surgical and non-surgical approaches.
• Treatments include antibiotics, drainage, or surgical removal of abscess.
• International training in Mexico and Germany enhances diverse expertise.
• Accredited by the German Society of Neurosurgery and EANS.
• Consults patients online for initial assessments and follow-ups.
• Fluent in English and German, facilitating communication with a wide range of patients.