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Best Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery doctors: TOP 69 doctors

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Ali Zirh

  • Leading doctor for Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
  • 4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
  • 38 years of experience
  • 1500+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)
    • Uses Microelectrode Recording and Stimulation in deep brain stimulation surgery.
    • Trained in Germany, Spain, Great Britain, Israel, Belgium, USA.
    • Over 1,300 successful deep brain stimulation surgeries performed.
    • Member of European Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.
    • Certified by the European Board of Neurosurgery.
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Bartolome Oliver

  • Leading doctor for Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
  • 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 leads the Brain Tumor Center at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • Performs 200+ advanced brain and spine surgeries annually
    • Co-founder of the Foundation for Functional Neurosurgery
    • President of the European Skull Base Society
    • Trained at Karolinska Institute and Montreal Neurological Institute
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Yaşar Kütükçü

  • 4.6 Excellent 508 reviews
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Prof. Yaşar Kütükçü specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation and movement disorders, trained at University of California San Francisco.

    • Member of Turkish Neurology Society and International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
    • Conducts active research in neurophysiology
    • Graduated from Gülhane Askeri Tıp Akademisi Medical School
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$25,000 - $35,000
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Gerardo Conesa Bertran

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Conesa brings decades of expertise in deep brain stimulation at Centro Médico Teknon, including groundbreaking research on DBS for anorexia.

    • Specializes in neurosurgery for Parkinson's disease and mental disorders
    • Pioneers augmented reality for precision brain surgery planning
    • Director of Neurosurgery at prestigious Teknon Medical Centre
    • International training at top US and French hospitals
    • Member of European and Spanish neurosurgical societies
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Mehmet Tonge

  • 4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)
  • Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, with a focus on deep brain stimulation (DBS) at Medipol University's Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center.

    • Completed a Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship at Maastricht University
    • 32 publications and 92 presentations on stereotactic neurosurgery
    • Board member of the Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society
    • Member of WSSFN and ESSFN
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$24,250 - $28,000
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Shao Ming

  • New
  • 32 years of experience
  • China, Tianjin, Dr.Eber Brain Hospital
  • Dr. Shao Ming introduced propofol for the Wada test in China, improving surgical safety. His work on epilepsy was featured in The Journal of Neuroscience.

    • Doctor of Medical Sciences with postdoctoral training at Harvard and UT
    • Authored over 50 scientific articles, including a cover feature on epilepsy mechanisms
    • Multiple grant recipient for epilepsy research in the U.S. and China
    • Chairman of key committees in Chinese neurology and neurosurgery societies
    • Specializes in epilepsy, movement disorders, and advanced neurophysiological monitoring
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Ersoy Kocabicak

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Atlas University Hospital
  • Pioneering expert in deep brain stimulation who trained neurosurgeons internationally – Dr. Kocabicak leads Turkey's National Deep Brain Stimulation Association based at Atlas University Hospital.

    • PhD focused on subthalamic nucleus DBS clinical applications
    • Founding board member of the International DBS Association
    • 46+ peer-reviewed publications on neuromodulation
    • Functional Neurosurgery committee member for European neurosurgical societies
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$9,307.59 - $18,615.17
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Mustafa Sezer

  • New
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Izmit, Private Yüzyıl Hospital
  • Dr. Mustafa Sezer has over 25 years of neurosurgery experience, specializing in deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

    • Board-certified neurosurgeon with extensive training at Ankara Numune Hospital
    • Specializes in functional neurosurgery for movement disorders
    • Fluent in English for international patient consultations
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Mehmet Osman Akcakaya

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Associate Professor specializing in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) at Florence Nightingale Hospitals. Trained in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery in Germany.

    • Over 15 years of neurosurgery experience
    • Fellowship-trained at Hannover Medical School
    • Expertise in microsurgery of peripheral nerves
    • Affiliated with Demiroglu Bilim University Medical Faculty
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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, and specializes in deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery.

    • Completed a Clinical Fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital
    • Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
    • Held faculty positions at Haliç University and other prestigious institutions
    • Extensive experience in neurosurgery with a focus on DBS procedures
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Akin Akakin

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Dr. Akin Akakin brings 20+ years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in complex brain procedures at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

    • Specializes in neurovascular surgery and cerebrovascular diseases
    • Trained at Florida University's Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy program
    • Published multiple articles in international conferences and journals
    • Performs far lateral lumbar disc surgeries using microsurgical approaches
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$24,000 - $28,000
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Baran Yil

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
    • Dr. Baran Yil uses microelectrode recording for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery.
    • Completed cerebrovascular research fellowship at Yale School of Medicine, USA.
    • Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association since 2014.
    • Received the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize in 2017.
    • Organized an international deep brain stimulation surgery microelectrode recording cadaver course in 2015.
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$25,000 - $28,000
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Veronika Chernuha

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 31 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Specialized in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for children with drug-resistant epilepsy – trained at top institutions worldwide.

    • Completed advanced training in pediatric epilepsy treatment in Brussels
    • Board-certified in pediatric neurology and child development
    • Member of multiple international neurology and epilepsy societies
    • Holds a Doctor of Medical Sciences degree
    • Authored 8 scientific papers on pediatric neurology
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Kamran Aghayev

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. Kamran Aghayev's Private Practice
  • 5,000+ successful surgeries performed – Dr. Kamran Aghayev is an internationally recognized neurosurgeon with over 20 years of experience.

    • Specializes in brain diseases including brain tumors and hydrocephalus
    • Developed unique surgical techniques and holds multiple US patents
    • Author of over 50 published scientific papers
    • Trained at Hacettepe School of Medicine and H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
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Aditya Gupta

  • Leading doctor for Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
  • 4.4 Good 17 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • India, Gurgaon, Artemis Hospitals
  • Dr. Aditya Gupta, Director of Neurosurgery at Artemis Hospital, is a globally trained expert in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery with prestigious awards.

    • Trained in neurosurgery across the USA, Germany, France, and the Netherlands
    • Specializes in complex neurological procedures including DBS and radiosurgery
    • Recipient of the Sir Dorabji Tata Award and Chief of Army Staff Award
    • Graduated from All India Institute of Medical Sciences
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$26,000 - $32,000
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Strauss Ido

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Strauss Ido brings 23 years of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

    • Board Director for the World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
    • Fellowship-trained in Functional and Stereotactic Neurosurgery at Toronto Western Hospital
    • Published researcher in national and international neurosurgery journals
    • Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical associations including AANS and WFFSN
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Mustafa Kilic

  • New
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. Mustafa Kılıç Clinic
  • Specializing in neuromodulation treatments like deep brain stimulation, Dr. Kilic combines clinical expertise with research and teaching at Istinye University.

    • Board-certified neurosurgeon with extensive training in neurosurgery
    • Specializes in multiple neuromodulation techniques beyond DBS
    • Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
    • Provides comprehensive pre- and post-surgical care for neurological conditions
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Mete Karatay

  • 5 Excellent 7 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
  • Specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation surgery for Parkinson's, essential tremor, and dystonia at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

    • Performs complex brain and spinal cord surgeries for adults and children
    • Expert in pediatric neurosurgery including hydrocephalus and craniosynostosis
    • Skilled in spine surgeries for disc herniation and spinal fractures
    • Performs vagal nerve stimulation for epilepsy cases
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Teyyub Hesenov

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 16 years of experience
  • Azerbaijan, Baku, Melhem Internatıonal Hospital
  • Dr. Teyyub Hesenov specializes in neurosurgery with advanced training in cranial base and functional procedures. He operates at Melhem International Hospital, focusing on complex neurological cases.

    • Trained at Marmara University – a leading neurosurgery department in Turkey
    • Access to the newest surgical techniques and technologies at Melhem International
    • Regular contributor to neurosurgical research and publications
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$23,000 - $25,000
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Aviva Fatal-valevsky

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 47 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Director of the Pediatric Neurology Unit at Sourasky Medical Center – Aviva Fatal-valevsky specializes in neurogenetic disorders in children.

    • Over 30 years of experience in pediatric neurology
    • Member of the Israeli Pediatric Neurology Society and European Paediatric Neurology Society
    • Trained at The Sackler Faculty of Medicine of Tel Aviv University
    • Focuses on complex neurological cases in children
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Bookimed Insights: Top Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery Specialists

Bookimed has coordinated 1424 requests for Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery, working with 69 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
38 years of experienceComplex Parkinson’s casesPerforms DBS with single-cell precision using Microelectrode Recording. Holds Guinness World Record for largest DBS patient gathering. Global Health Award winner for neurosurgery.
Turkey
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50 years of experienceParkinson's disease surgeryPioneer in functional neurosurgery with 40+ years' experience. Co-director of Chiari & Craniocervical Hypermobility Unit. Performs 200+ advanced procedures yearly.
Spain
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Movement disorders treatmentSpecializes in Deep Brain Stimulation with training at UCSF. Active researcher in neurophysiology with memberships in leading neurology associations.
Turkey
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41 years of experienceComplex Parkinson's and mental disorder casesLeads Teknon's neurosurgery institute with pioneering DBS research on anorexia. Developed augmented reality platforms for brain surgery precision. EANS-trained with US fellowship experience.
Spain
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22 years of experienceMovement disorders surgerySpecializes in DBS with fellowship training at Maastricht University. Active researcher with 32 publications and leadership roles in neurosurgical societies.
Turkey
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32 years of experienceResistant epilepsy casesPioneered propofol use in Wada tests for safer surgeries. Recognized expert in epilepsy mechanisms, with leadership roles in Chinese neurology societies.
China
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30 years of experienceComplex movement disordersDeveloped evidence-based DBS protocols used nationally, with research focused on optimizing electrode placement. Heads Turkey's premier neuromodulation center at Atlas University.
Turkey
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26 years of experienceMovement disorder treatmentSpecializes in functional neurosurgery with focus on DBS for movement disorders. Trained at Ankara Numune Hospital's renowned neurosurgery clinic.
Turkey
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20 years of experienceComplex movement disordersSpecializes in DBS with advanced training in Germany. Associate Professor at a leading university hospital with extensive neurosurgery experience.
Turkey
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15 years of experienceComplex DBS casesTrained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil – a neurosurgery pioneer. Member of key neurosurgical associations with extensive DBS experience.
Turkey
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