Best Gamma Knife doctors: TOP 42 doctors

Prof. Turker Kilic is the first Turkish doctor trained in Gamma Knife radiosurgery at Sweden's prestigious Karolinska Institute.

• 30+ years of neurosurgery experience with a focus on radiosurgery
• Member of the International Gamma-Knife Society since 1995
• Former director of Marmara University's Gamma-Knife Unit
• Trained at Harvard Medical School's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Associate Professor at Florence Nightingale Hospitals with a fellowship in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery from Hannover Medical School.

• Specializes in Gamma Knife procedures
• Extensive training in microsurgery and peripheral nerve reconstruction
• Member of prestigious neurosurgery departments in Turkey and Germany

Prof. Hale Basak Caglar has performed over 900 radiation oncology procedures and is Head of Radiation Oncology at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 20 years of experience in radiation oncology
• Specializes in Gamma Knife radiosurgery (models C and Perfexion)
• Board member of the Radiosurgery Society
• Professor at Medipol University's Radiation Oncology Department

Associate Professor Mehmet Tonge specializes in Gamma Knife radiosurgery at Medipol University's PARMER Center, with extensive research and clinical focus on stereotactic techniques.

• 32 publications and 12 book chapters on stereotactic neurosurgery
• Member of Leksell Gamma Knife Society and International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society
• Trained in Zurich University Hospital's microneurosurgery program
• Board member of Turkish Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Society

Expert in pediatric neurology with subspecialty training from Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools.

• Over 20 years of experience in pediatric neurology
• Subspecialty training at Hacettepe's Pediatric Neurology Unit
• Professor at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
• Extensive research background in pediatric neurological conditions

Dr. Shao Ming is a leading neurologist with groundbreaking research in epilepsy, featured in The Journal of Neuroscience for discovering memory impairment mechanisms in epilepsy.

• Doctor of Medical Sciences with postdoctoral training at Harvard and University of Texas
• Introduced propofol for the Wada test in China, enhancing surgical safety
• Author of over 50 scientific articles, including 30 in international journals
• Multiple grant recipient for epilepsy research from prestigious institutions
• Chairman of several neurophysiological monitoring and epilepsy committees in China

1,100+ neuro- and radiosurgeries performed – Prof. Mortini is a leading expert in minimally invasive brain and spine treatments at San Raffaele Scientific Institute.

• 30+ years specializing in Gamma Knife and neuronavigation
• Director of the Experimental Neurosurgery Unit at San Raffaele
• Visiting Professor at George Washington University
• Holds a patent for tissue regeneration technology
• Pioneered fetal spina bifida surgery at 22 weeks gestation

Dr. Mustafa Sezer brings over 25 years of neurosurgery experience, currently practicing at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Specializes in Gamma Knife procedures
• Worked at Ankara Numune Hospital Brain and Neurosurgery Clinic
• Trained at Osmangazi Faculty of Medicine

Head of Functional Neurosurgery and Radiosurgery at Ruber International Hospital since 2005 – Dr. Martínez Álvarez specializes in Gamma Knife procedures with 180+ publications.

• 30+ years of experience in neurosurgery and radiosurgery
• Member of the International Society of Stereotactic Radiosurgery Executive Council
• Honorary Professor at Autonomous University of Madrid
• Performed international internships at leading neurosurgery centers
• Published 60 articles in high-impact international journals

Professor Sun Chen Yang is a leading physician-scientist specializing in integrative traditional Chinese and Western medicine at Peking University.

• Director of the Institute of Integrative Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine
• Author of over 100 articles in SCI and other journals
• Executive Director of the China Society of Traditional Chinese Medicine
• Consulting expert for Beijing's Central Commission for Health and Talents

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, specializing in Gamma Knife procedures at Estexper Clinic.

• Completed Molecular Medicine Doctorate at Yeditepe University
• Clinical Fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Held neurosurgery positions at multiple prestigious hospitals

Dr. Sengul specializes in pediatric developmental and behavioral disorders, offering expert care at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Focuses on child development monitoring (0-6 years)
• Expertise in ADHD, speech delays, and learning difficulties
• Handles complex cases like trauma and family crises
• Specializes in mood disorders and psychosomatic complaints

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with extensive academic and clinical experience, specializing in Gamma Knife procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialized in Neurosurgery at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Participated in the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) accreditation process
• Lecturer at multiple universities, contributing to neurosurgery education
• Proficient in advanced neurosurgical techniques, including Gamma Knife

Prof. Dr. Salih Murat İmer is a neurosurgeon with over 30 years of experience. He founded and led the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital. He has written 68 scientific articles and contributed to 9 book chapters. Dr. İmer has also presented at 33 international congresses, showing his influence in neurosurgery worldwide.

Dr. İmer holds advanced certifications in functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, Leksell Gamma Knife radiosurgery, and endoscopic spine surgery. He received specialized training in several European countries. He has worked with leading experts such as Prof. Matti Vapalahti and Prof. Juha Hernesniemi. Through these collaborations, he has helped improve neurosurgical practice and education around the world.

Professor Akcakaya specializes in Gamma Knife procedures with a fellowship in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery from Hannover Medical School.

• Over 15 years of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in minimally invasive brain surgery techniques
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Second prize winner for best oral presentation at Nervous System Surgery Society Congress

Specialized in Gamma Knife Radiosurgery with fellowships from top institutions like Koç University. Currently serves as an Associate Professor at Medipol Acıbadem Hospital.

• Completed a dedicated Gamma Knife fellowship at Koç University
• Member of the European Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
• Trained in advanced neurosurgical techniques at international centers
• Active in research with multiple TÜBİTAK fellowships

Education and Expertise

GATA Military Medical Faculty

GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic (Specialization)

Beykent University Hospital and Health Institutions Management (Master's)

Experience

GATA Military Medical Faculty Trainee Doctor (6 months)

Samsun Sahara Medical School Comm. (3 months)

Naval Command War Squadron TCG Diligence Medical Officer (2 years)

Dz.K.K. Submarine Battery Factory Infirmary Doctor (3 months)

Naval Forces Command Infirmary Doctor (3 months)

GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital Chief Assistant (12 years)

Kasımpaşa Marine Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic Chief (5 years)

Bahçelievler Medical Park Hospital Neurosurgery Specialist (11 years)

Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine Neurosurgery Lecturer. Member (4 years)

Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine Head of Neurosurgery Department. (3 years)

Basic and Advanced Cardiac life support courses (BASIC)

Basic and Advanced Cardiac life support courses (ADVANCED)

GATA Military Medical Faculty. Microsurgery Training Course

Istanbul Vatan Hospital Hand surgery microsurgery course

Neuroanatomy course

Spine Surgery course

Professional Memberships

Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Spine Society of Europe

Turkish Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in Gamma Knife procedures at Medipol Mega University Hospital, focusing on precise brain and nerve treatments.

• Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgery techniques
• Works at a leading university hospital with advanced technology
• Dedicated to patient-specific treatment plans

Dr. Kaplan specializes in Gamma Knife radiosurgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Radiation oncologist with expertise in targeted radiation therapy
• Works at a leading university hospital with advanced technology
• Focuses on precise, non-invasive treatment for complex cases