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Best Spina Bifida surgery doctors: TOP 18 doctors

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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 Özgür Özdemir is an expert in neurosurgery with a specialized focus on spinal conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

    • Over 25 years of neurosurgical experience
    • Specializes in endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgeries
    • Ranked 1st in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam
    • Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
    • Handles complex spine tumors and fractures
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Yunus Uysal

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 13 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Bursa, Turan Turan Health Group
  • Dr. Uysal specializes in spina bifida surgery with extensive training in spinal surgery techniques.

    • Completed specialized training in spinal surgery from Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
    • Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
    • Participated in advanced arthroplasty and developmental hip dysplasia programs
    • Works at Turan Turan Health Group
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Erkan Kaptanoglu

  • New
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Estexper Clinic
  • Prof. Kaptanoglu specializes in complex spinal surgeries, including spina bifida, with over 30 years of neurosurgical experience. His research on spinal cord injuries has earned multiple awards.

    • Completed fellowship in spinal cord injury at University of Toronto
    • Published 65 international scientific articles on neurosurgery
    • Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
    • Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine organizations
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Selman Dogan

  • 4.6 Excellent 205 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Selman Dogan specializes in spinal surgery and sports traumatology, bringing extensive expertise to complex spine conditions like spina bifida at Hisar Hospital.

    • Board-certified in orthopedics with fellowship in orthopedic oncology
    • Manages trauma treatments of spine and extremities
    • Trained at Istanbul University's renowned Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
    • Specializes in pediatric conditions including hip dysplasia
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Gursel Saka

  • 4.6 Excellent 205 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Prof. Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in Spine Surgery, including complex Spina Bifida cases, at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • Completed specialty training at University of Health Sciences
    • Expertise in Trauma Surgery and Arthroplasty
    • TUBITAK XI. Technology Awards Finalist in 2014
    • Associate Professor at Health Sciences University
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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 brings 30+ years of neurosurgery expertise to complex Spina Bifida cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    • Trained under Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil in micro neurosurgery
    • Specializes in microsurgery and endoscopic techniques for spinal conditions
    • Former Chief of Clinic at EANS-accredited neurosurgery center
    • Founding chairman of Skull Base Society in Turkey
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Azmi Hamzaoglu

  • 5 Excellent 52 reviews
  • 43 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Founded Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center with innovative techniques.

    • Over 30 years of experience in spine surgery
    • Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
    • Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
    • Specializes in complex spinal deformities and corrective procedures
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Sait Ozturk

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Dr. Sait Ozturk specializes in brain pacemaker surgery and Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery (DBS), offering hope for challenging conditions like Parkinson's disease.

    • Specialized in Neurosurgery at Fırat University
    • Served as Dr. Instructor Member at Fırat University
    • Held position of Assoc. Dr. in Neurosurgery
    • Focuses on improving patient experience and outcomes
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Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Assoc Prof. Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu specializes in spinal surgeries with training at prestigious institutions like The Cleveland Clinic and Saint Louis University.

    • 20+ years of experience in neurosurgery, focusing on spinal conditions
    • Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
    • Trained in less-invasive spine surgery techniques internationally
    • Published multiple studies on spinal decompression and pediatric lumbar surgery
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Professor Shimon Rochkind

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 47 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Over 35 years of neurosurgery experience – Prof. Rochkind specializes in minimally invasive techniques for spinal and peripheral nerve conditions at Sourasky Medical Center.

    • Expert in peripheral nerve microsurgery and spinal surgery
    • Trained in pediatric neurosurgery at Canada's Hospital for Sick Children
    • Uses modern laser and bioengineering technologies for complex operations
    • Heads the Israeli Society of Laser Neurotechnologies
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Hakan Ozalp

  • 4.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Dr. Hakan Ozalp specializes in neurosurgery with training from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.

    • Board-certified in brain and surgery
    • Lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
    • Practiced at Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital
    • Trained at University of Insubria, Italy
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Jose Hinojosa Mena-Bernal

  • 4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
  • Head of Neurosurgery at SJD Barcelona Children's Hospital – Dr. Hinojosa specializes in pediatric neurosurgery with over 20 years of experience.

    • Trained in fetal surgery at Federal University of São Paulo
    • President of the Spanish Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery (SENEP)
    • Author of 93 scientific publications in neurosurgery
    • Member of European and International Pediatric Neurosurgery Societies
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Cevdet Gokcek

  • New
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol University Pendik Hospital
  • Over 34 years of neurosurgery experience – Dr. Gokcek specializes in complex spinal conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

    • Performs minimally invasive spine surgery and percutaneous techniques
    • Successfully treated thousands of patients with severe brain and spine conditions
    • Trained in microsurgery and neuroendoscopy at top international institutions
    • Published 17 articles on neurosurgery topics
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Bekir Yavuz Uçar

  • 4.4 Good 32 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Emsey Hospital
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Kamran Aghayev

  • Leading doctor for Spina Bifida surgery
  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. Kamran Aghayev's Private Practice
  • Performed 5,000+ successful surgeries, including unique techniques like the PURED method for spinal conditions. Dr. Aghayev holds multiple US patents for spinal surgery innovations.

    • Over 20 years of neurosurgical experience
    • Specializes in complex spine diseases and syndromes
    • Holds patents for bone fusion systems and expandable cages
    • Published 50+ scientific papers
    • Completed a Spinal Oncology Fellowship in the US
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Erkam Komurcu

  • 4.4 Good 41 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Estophia Hospital
  • Assoc. Prof. Erkam Komurcu specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on spinal conditions, including spina bifida, at Estophia Hospital.

    • Board-certified in orthopedics and traumatology with over 15 years of experience
    • Trained in spinal surgery at UCLA Spine Center and Ankara University
    • Member of the Turkish Spine Society and Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
    • Published multiple research papers on spinal conditions and surgical techniques
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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 at Melhem International Hospital, with extensive training in complex spinal conditions.

    • Graduated from Dokuz Eylul University and completed advanced neurosurgery training at Marmara University
    • Published multiple research papers on spinal conditions and neurosurgical techniques
    • Participated in specialized cadaver courses for cranial base surgery
    • Worked at prestigious hospitals including Bahcesehir University Medical Park
    • Active member of neurosurgery scientific communities with international presentations
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Bookimed Insights: Top Spina Bifida surgery Specialists in the World ()

Bookimed has coordinated 103 requests for Spina Bifida surgery globally, collaborating with 18 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 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
24 years of experienceSpinal conditions and surgeriesSpecializes in endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgeries – 1st place in Turkish Neurosurgical Society exam. Handles complex spine tumors and fractures.
Turkey
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13 years of experienceSpina bifida corrective surgerySpecialist in spina bifida corrective surgery – trained in spinal surgery techniques. Member of key medical societies including International Congress for Joint Reconstruction.
Turkey
from $65
34 years of experienceComplex spinal deformitiesLeading researcher in spinal cord regeneration with award-winning studies. Performs advanced techniques like thoracoscopic spinal surgeries. Heads Turkish Neurosurgical Society's Spinal Surgery Group.
Turkey
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20 years of experienceComplex spinal conditionsDual expertise in spinal surgery and orthopedic oncology – ideal for complex cases. Fellowship-trained at Medeniyet University.
Turkey
from $100
29 years of experienceComplex spine surgerySpecializes in complex spine cases including Spina Bifida. TUBITAK Technology Awards Finalist with academic roles at top institutions.
Turkey
from $100
39 years of experienceComplex Spina Bifida casesExpert in microsurgical and endoscopic techniques for spinal conditions. Founding chairman of Turkey's Skull Base Society. 110+ published neurosurgery research papers.
Turkey
from $375
43 years of experienceComplex spinal deformitiesPioneer in Turkish spine surgery – established the country's first dedicated center. Trained at leading international institutions including Minnesota Spine Center.
Turkey
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26 years of experienceDeep Brain Stimulation SurgeryExpert in brain pacemaker and DBS surgeries, with a focus on Parkinson's disease. Former Assoc. Dr. at Fırat University.
Turkey
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23 years of experienceComplex spinal deformitiesSpecializes in less-invasive spine surgery with international training at top institutions. Active member of spinal surgery societies with published research.
Turkey
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47 years of experienceComplex spinal and nerve conditionsSpecializes in minimally invasive techniques for spinal disorders. Heads the Israeli Society of Laser Neurotechnologies. Trained at top international hospitals.
Israel
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