Brain MRI with contrast (FLAIR sequence) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Savas Kansoy is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He founded Turkey’s first pediatric bone marrow transplantation units. Dr. Kansoy treates children with leukemia, lymphoma, and aplastic anemia. He is a primary contributor to national stem cell transplant registries.

• Founded pediatric oncology and bone marrow transplant clinics across major Turkish hospitals.
• Performs haploidentical, allogenic, and autologous stem cell transplantations.
• Served as a board member of the Turkish Society of Hematology.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak holds a Master's Degree in Electrophysiology. She interprets brain MRI with contrast at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental to diagnose complex neurological conditions.

• Specializes in diagnosing epilepsy, dementia, and Parkinson's disease
• Expert in electrophysiological diagnostics including EEG and video-EEG monitoring
• Experienced in Multiple Sclerosis and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis management
• Interprets brain SPECT and Brain FDG PET scans for detailed brain imaging
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Mehmet Dogu Canoglu is a radiation oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He uses brain MRI with contrast to plan precise radiation treatments for various conditions.

• Trained in radiation oncology at Kocaeli University – a leading Turkish medical school
• Experienced in MR Linac technology – combines MRI imaging with radiation for high accuracy
• Specializes in CyberKnife and Varian TrueBeam systems for targeted therapy
• Previously served as a specialist at Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on mapping tumors using advanced imaging to protect healthy tissue

Professor Fritz Leutmezer shaped the European treatment guidelines for multiple sclerosis. This background ensures high-level expertise when performing brain MRI with contrast using FLAIR sequences.

• Associate Professor at the Medical University of Vienna – one of Europe's top ranking medical schools
• Leads clinical trials to develop new standards for treating brain inflammation
• Specializes in using FLAIR sequences to detect inflammation and neurodegenerative diseases
• Board-certified neurologist with training from Vienna General Hospital
• Developed official Austrian MS treatment guidelines used by other specialists

Dr. Ramazan Sari is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He helped establish the Department of Neurosurgery at Medipol University. Dr. Sari handles complex cases involving brain tumors, pituitary adenomas, and spinal stenosis. He participated in the accreditation process for the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Specializes in transnasal tumor resection and robotic spine surgery.
• Performs deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease and epilepsy surgery.
• Expert in Gamma Knife and CyberKnife radiosurgery for brain conditions.
• Treats cerebral aneurysms, cavernomas, and arteriovenous malformations.

Dr. Manfred Muehlbauer is a neurosurgery consultant at Wiener Privatklinik. During brain MRI with contrast, he uses his surgical expertise to map tumors and spinal pathologies.

• Specializes in microsurgical treatment for brain tumors and the central nervous system
• Experienced in brain and spinal MRI interpretation for precise surgical planning
• Trained in neurosurgery at Vienna General Hospital, one of Europe's largest clinics
• Member of multidisciplinary tumor teams for complex oncological cases
• Expertise in microsurgery allows for focused diagnostic analysis of delicate structures

Dr. Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in minimally invasive spine and brain surgery. He completed elite clinical fellowships in Germany and Israel. Dr. Akcakaya holds the European Board of Neurosurgery (EANS) certification.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease and functional disorders.
• Expert in microneurosurgery for brain tumors, cysts, and nerve reconstruction.
• Winner of the Second Prize for Best Oral Presentation from the Nervous System Surgery Society.
• Serves on the scientific committee for international endoscopic spine surgery courses.

Dr. Salih Murat Imer is a neurosurgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He founded and led the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital. Dr. Imer holds certifications in Gamma Knife radiosurgery and endoscopic spine surgery. He specializes in treating brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal stenosis.

• Published 68 scientific articles and contributed to 9 medical book chapters.
• Completed training at the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
• Obtained specialized training in Gamma Knife radiosurgery in Marseille, France.
• Works at a JCI-accredited "Smart-and-Green" hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Baran Yil is a neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Yil treats complex conditions like brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal stenosis. He specializes in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery.

• Winner of the Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize.
• Served as an instructor for the skull base anatomy course series.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and AOSpine.
• Performs specialized procedures including Gamma Knife and deep brain stimulation.

Professor Nurperi Gazioglu specializes in neurosurgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focuses on the surgical treatment of complex pituitary and brain conditions.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – a top-tier Turkish medical institution
• Completed specialized training in endoscopic pituitary surgery for minimally invasive brain care
• Held an observership at Lariboisiere Hospital in Paris to master advanced neurosurgical techniques
• Offers Brain MRI with contrast (FLAIR sequence) to precisely locate and evaluate brain tumors
• Member of EANS, the European body that sets standards for neurosurgical excellence

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

Dr. Saban Sec is a medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He treats breast, lung, gastrointestinal, and rare tumors. Dr. Sec currently represents specialist physicians in the Turkish Medical Oncology Association. He conducted a significant clinical study involving 138 patients with HER2-positive gastric cancer.

• Expertise covers colorectal, prostate, urogenital, head, neck, and salivary gland cancers.
• Authored over 10 peer-reviewed articles on cancer prognosis and survival rates.
• Member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
• Treats patients at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Tural Rahimli is a neurosurgeon educated at Azerbaijan Medical University (Bachelor of Medicine, 1999–2005). He completed a neurosurgery residency at Hacettepe University Hospital (2008–2014).

Clinical expertise: brain tumors, epilepsy surgery, endoscopic pituitary surgery, skull base tumors, arteriovenous malformations, spinal cord tumors, pediatric neurosurgery.

Professional memberships: North American Skull Base Society (NASBS), Hacettepe University Alumni Association, Azerbaijan Neurosurgical Society, European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS).

Work experience: Medistyle Hospital (2014–2016); DTX Hospital (2016–2018); Baku Medical Plaza Hospital (2018–2024); Republic Diagnostic Centre (2024–2025).

Dr. Kenan Kapici is a neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery and complex brain tumor removal. Dr. Kapici served as the Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Altinbas University. He has held senior leadership roles at Kasımpaşa Marine Hospital and GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS), discectomy, and brain aneurysm repair.
• Treats pediatric conditions including hydrocephalus and spina bifida.
• Is a member of the Spine Society of Europe and the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
• Completed specialized training in microsurgery and neuroanatomy.
• Works at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Professor Mustafa Bozbuga chairs neurosurgical education at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He specializes in brain tumors and skull base surgery using Brain MRI with contrast (FLAIR sequence) for diagnosis.

• Heads the neurosurgery department at a JCI-accredited hospital.
• Expert in neuro-oncology – treats complex brain tumors, acoustic neuromas, and pituitary adenomas.
• Performs trans-sphenoidal hypophysectomy to remove pituitary tumors through the nose without external cuts.
• Professor of neurosurgery who trains other specialists in the latest surgical techniques.
• Contributor to peer-reviewed journals on neurovascular and oncological surgery.

Dr. Mustafa Yavuz Samanci is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He is a steering committee member for the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. Dr. Samanci completed a clinical fellowship in Gamma Knife Radiosurgery at Koç University. He treats movement disorders using deep brain stimulation and spinal cord stimulation.

• Completed postdoctoral research at Temple University in the US and in Shanghai.
• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Hakan Caner Overseas Education Scholarship.
• Member of the International Epilepsy Surgery Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
• Performs specialized procedures like selective dorsal rhizotomy and vagus nerve stimulation.

Dr. Tural Rajabov is a neurosurgeon. He treats brain and spinal cord tumors, CNS trauma, and hydrocephalus. He also performs endoscopic skull base surgery, spinal surgery, and peripheral nerve surgery.

Training: Tbilisi State Medical University, Faculty of Medicine (2010–2016). Internship in Neurosurgery, Innova Medical Centre, Tbilisi (2016–2018). Residency in Neurosurgery, Azerbaijan Medical University (2019–2024).

Professional memberships: North American Skull Base Society (NASBS), European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS), and Azerbaijan Association of Neurosurgeons (ANEA). He is affiliated with Baku Medical Plaza Hospital in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Dr. Nichakorn Seehirunwong is a diagnostic radiologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. She specializes in interpreting medical imaging results and informing complex treatment plans. Dr. Seehirunwong earned her medical degree from the Prince of Songkla University. She also completed her diagnostic radiology certification at the same institution.

• Performs imaging-guided procedures and radiation oncology treatments.
• Treats pediatric oncology cases including neuroblastoma and Wilms tumor.
• Provides diagnostic support for brain tumors, sarcomas, and lymphomas.
• Works at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO 9001:2015-certified facility in Thailand.