Online Consultation with Neurosurgeon Doctors Abroad — Page 4

With an extensive career spanning over four decades, the doctor is a distinguished specialist in pediatrics and neonatal neurology. Following residency at Gazi University, the doctor served as an assistant professor and played a pivotal role in establishing the Pediatric Neurology Department. International experience includes clinical work at the Royal Free Hospital and Great Ormond Street Hospital in London.

The doctor is recognized for pioneering hypothermia treatment in Turkey and advancing neonatal neurocritical care. Further contributions include establishing high-risk infant monitoring clinics and founding the Turkish Childhood MS Working Group. The doctor continues to provide significant academic and clinical expertise in neurodevelopmental fields.

Dr. Hakan Ozalp is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vascular and spine neurosurgery. Dr. Ozalp completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Insubria in Italy. He previously served as a lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine.

• Performs complex brain aneurysm repair and arteriovenous malformation surgery.
• Specializes in endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion.
• Treats brain tumors using transnasal resection and stereotaxic radiosurgery.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using PET-CT and TrueBeam STx technology.

Dr. Gulsah Bademci is a neurosurgeon at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specialized in brain, nerve, and spine surgery during her 30-year career. Dr. Bademci completed a research fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine. She also trained under Dr. Gazi Yasargil at the University of Arkansas.

• Holds ECFMG America Board Step 1 and EANS European Board certificates.
• Performs complex procedures like craniotomy, laminectomy, and brain aneurysm repair.
• Specializes in spinal stenosis, brain tumors, and cervical disc herniations.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

Dr. Mustafa Gurelik performs complex brain and spinal tumor surgeries at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He provides online consultations for patients requiring surgical expertise in the central nervous system.

• Specializes in endoscopic transnasal resections – removing pituitary tumors through the nose without open surgery
• Treats rare conditions like Moyamoya disease where blocked arteries reduce brain blood flow
• Performs specialized pediatric procedures for craniostenosis – a condition where a baby's skull bones join early
• Conducts micro-discectomies and laminectomies to treat painful herniated disks in the neck and back

Youngest Asian winner of the Parviz Kambin Award – Dr. Kim is a renowned expert in endoscopic spine surgery at Nanoori Hospital.

• Specializes in online consultations for herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and complex degenerative spine diseases
• Co-designed the Apollon spinal hardware system for enhanced surgical precision
• Adjunct professor at Chosun University and editor for the journal JMISST
• Published over 50 peer-reviewed articles on minimally invasive neurosurgery techniques
• Member of the North American Spine Society and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons

Professor Jaehyeon Lim was the first specialist in Korea to perform anterior cervical foraminotomy. He provides an online consultation with neurosurgeon for patients seeking minimally invasive spinal solutions.

• Developed a painless spinal fusion technique using postoperative epidural treatment to manage recovery
• Specializes in artificial disc replacement and non-surgical rehabilitation exercise therapy
• Published over 10 peer-reviewed articles on surgical outcomes in international medical journals
• Director of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society and the Korean Hospital Association
• Trained in minimal-access spine surgery at the Medical Education and Research Institute in Tennessee

Dr. Ahmet Oktem is a neonatologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the intensive care of premature infants and neonatal infections. Dr. Oktem focuses on treating respiratory issues and metabolic disorders like hypoglycemia. He holds a doctorate from Ankara University and completed specialization at Hacettepe University.

• Manages complex cases of congenital anomalies and birth-related infections.
• Expert in prenatal screening and postnatal interventions for newborns.
• Treats pediatric conditions including hydrocephalus and spina bifida.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility using robotic surgical systems.

Dr. Cevdet Gokcek is a neurosurgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain, spine, and pediatric nerve conditions. He has treated thousands of patients for complex disorders. Dr. Gokcek is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society. He previously completed a microsurgery course at Hacettepe University.

• Achieved a 95% success rate for severe brain and spine surgeries.
• Performs transnasal pituitary tumor removals and endoscopic skull base procedures.
• Authored 17 articles published in national and international medical journals.
• Completed a neuro-endoscopy workshop at Ghent University in Belgium.

Dr. Murat Duzgun is a neurosurgeon at Can Hospitals Turkey in İzmir. He specializes in spine surgery and endoscopic brain tumor removal. Dr. Duzgun uses neuronavigation for high-precision brain surgery. He performs fully closed procedures for herniated discs and spinal fractures.

• Performs kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty for spinal fracture treatment.
• Treats scoliosis, ankylosing spondylitis, and nerve compression.
• Expert in minimally invasive pain interventions like radiofrequency and laser.
• Treats pediatric neurosurgery cases including hydrocephalus and congenital anomalies.

Dr. Teyyub Hesenov is a neurosurgeon at Melhem International Hospital in Baku. He focuses on neuromodulation and complex tumor resections. Dr. Hesenov was the first to perform Parkinson’s surgery in Azerbaijan. He earned his medical degree and specialist training at major Turkish universities. His practice includes adult and pediatric neurosurgery.

• Specializes in deep brain stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders.
• Performs baclofen pump and vagal nerve stimulator implantations.
• Treats brain and spine tumors using minimally invasive techniques.
• Authored over 10 scientific papers in international journals like World Neurosurgery.

Dr. Augusto Covaro is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Hospital Universitari Quiron-Dexeus in Barcelona. He specializes in treating herniated disks, spinal stenosis, and complex scoliosis. Dr. Covaro serves as a member of AOspine and the Spanish Society of Orthopedics. He practices at a JCI-accredited university hospital recognized for neurosurgery and orthopedics.

• Performs robotic spine surgery and endoscopic discectomy.
• Expertise includes minimally invasive fusion and anterior cervical discectomy.
• Active member of GEER and Eurospine professional organizations.
• Contributes regularly to international meetings and scientific magazines.

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Dr. Fernández leads the neurosurgery department at HM Hospitales. He provides expert online consultation for complex brain and spinal conditions.

• Heads the neurosurgery division at Hospital Universitario HM Madrid
• Oversees surgical planning for neurological disorders at a major university hospital
• Specializes in advanced neurosurgical techniques for the central nervous system