Best Craniotomy Doctors Abroad

Dr. Marcelo Amato is a neurosurgeon and spine surgeon in São Paulo. He focuses on endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery. He earned his MD in 2004 and completed neurosurgery residency in 2009 at FMRP‑USP. He holds a PhD in Neurosurgery/Clinical Surgery. He is a specialist in Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery recognized by the Brazilian Neurosurgery and Spine societies and the Brazilian Medical Association. CRM‑SP 116,579; RQE 29,417.

He has worked in endoscopic spine surgery since 2013. His work includes clinical care, teaching, and research. He teaches courses. He is a collaborator at the University Hospital (FMRP‑USP) and is director of Amato Hospital Day. His website reports over 2,100 spine surgeries and over 1,600 pediatric neurosurgeries up to 2021, and over 97% satisfaction in endoscopic cases (Macnab). At the São Paulo Air Force Hospital (2010–2018), he helped rebuild the neurosurgery service and performed more than 250 high‑complexity procedures.

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

Dr. Covaro actively contributes to spine surgery research and is a member of several prestigious organizations, including AOspine and Eurospine.

• Specializes in microscopic spine surgery techniques
• Currently practices at Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge in Barcelona
• Member of Spanish Society of Orthopedics and GEER

Dr. Ahmet Oktem specializes in craniotomy procedures with extensive research experience in biotechnology and pediatrics.

• Medical specialization from Hacettepe University
• Research assistant at Ankara University's Biotechnology Institute
• Additional training at Ufuk University

Specializes in endoscopic and neuronavigation brain tumor surgeries – minimally invasive techniques that prioritize precision and faster recovery at Can Hospitals Turkey.

• Experienced in spine surgery and complex brain procedures
• Skilled in fully closed and microsurgery techniques for herniated discs
• Trained at Izmir Ege University – a leading neurosurgery center
• Performs pain intervention procedures like radiofrequency and laser

Dr. Shruti Kate specializes in treating lung, breast, and genitourinary cancers with advanced therapies like immunotherapy and metronomic therapy.

• Trained at Tata Memorial Hospital – one of India's premier oncology centers
• Expert in both surgical and conservative cancer treatments
• Presented research at the World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and other leading oncology societies

Dr. Sadir Alrawi is a board-certified surgical oncologist. He specializes in upper gastrointestinal, head and neck, minimally invasive, breast, and colorectal cancers. He also has expertise in heated chemoperfusion. Dr. Alrawi serves as the Director of Oncology Services at VPS Hospital system in the UAE and MENA region. He oversees several tertiary referral cancer centers.

Dr. Alrawi holds both American and British board certifications. He completed fellowships at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. He has previously led oncology divisions at Al Zahra Hospital, Tawam Hospital (a Johns Hopkins affiliate), and 21st Century Oncology in Florida. Dr. Alrawi has published widely and given many invited talks. He remains active in oncology research and education.

With over 37 years in neurosurgery, Mustafa Gurelik specializes in complex brain and spinal cord procedures at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Expertise includes brain tumor removal and cerebrovascular aneurysm surgeries
• Performs both surgical and non-surgical treatments for spinal conditions
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University with extensive hospital experience

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon with 45 years of experience, specializing in complex brain and spinal surgeries.

• Expert in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery
• Fellowship-trained at Yale University and Florida University
• Published 47 articles in SCI international journals
• Member of AANS and other prestigious neurosurgical societies

Dr. Sridhar P.S. is a radiation oncology specialist with extensive expertise in neuro-oncology, backed by prestigious medical training.

• Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology
• Trained at Banaras Hindu University
• Active in the Bangalore Oncology Group

Handled more than 30,000 PET scans – Dr. Borde specializes in advanced diagnostic imaging at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• 11 years of experience in nuclear medicine
• Expert in PET-CT scans and nuclear cardiology services
• Published papers in various medical journals
• Proficient in radioiodine & Lu-177 RN therapies

Dr. Shaikh specializes in oral cancer surgeries, focusing on organ preservation and patient rehabilitation at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• 15 years of experience in surgical oncology
• Fellowship-trained in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
• Skilled in major maxillofacial and head & neck surgeries
• Dedicated to preventive oral hygiene and early cancer detection

Dr. Miver Erem Tokus is a neurologist at Academic Hospital in Istanbul. She treats neurological conditions including Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. She performs stem cell therapy and vagus nerve stimulation. Dr. Tokus manages chronic pain and motor disorders such as essential tremors.

She works at Academic Hospital, which holds TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation. The facility follows DIN EN ISO 9001 quality standards. The clinic serves 15,000 patients annually and is licensed for international health tourism by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

Over 10,000 major surgeries performed – Dr. Lalit Banswal specializes in minimally invasive cancer surgeries with excellent outcomes at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Fellowship-trained in surgical oncology at Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata
• Special focus on gastrointestinal cancer surgeries
• Co-principal investigator on multiple original research projects
• Former assistant professor at State Cancer Institute, Aurangabad
• Known for patient-friendly and ethical approach