Best Removal of Spinal Cord Tumor Doctors Abroad

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdullah Emre Taçyıldız is a neurosurgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He has more than 10 years of experience. He graduated from Mersin University Faculty of Medicine in 2012. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Training and Research Hospital in 2019. He has worked at Gölbaşı Community Health Center, Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University, Karabük Training and Research Hospital, and Malatya Turgut Özal University.

His main fields include brain tumors, back and neck pain, lumbar and cervical disc herniation, head and neck injuries, and spinal stenosis. He is a member of national and international neurosurgery societies. He has an academic research background and solid surgical experience. He provides diagnosis and neurosurgical care.

Specializes in spine tumors and complex spinal surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in brain and spine tumor removal
• Performs aneurysm and pituitary surgeries
• Treats spinal fractures and hernias
• Skilled in peripheral nerve surgery

Dr. Mustafa Kilic specializes in complex spinal cord tumor removal, combining surgical expertise with neuromodulation treatments for optimal outcomes. He also teaches at Istinye University, staying at the forefront of neurosurgical advancements.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with extensive training at İstanbul Şişli Etfal Research and Training Hospital
• Specializes in both surgical and non-surgical spinal treatments
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Research contributes to advancements in neuromodulation techniques

38 years specializing in neurosurgeries, Dr. Akalan uses advanced techniques like the O-arm Imaging System to minimize risks in spinal cord tumor removal.

• Published 117 scientific papers on neurosurgery
• Expert in treating spine tumors and nervous disorders
• Uses iMRI and ultrasound for precise tumor removal

Over 34 years in neurosurgery – Dr. Gogusgeren specializes in secured microscopic surgeries for spinal cord tumors at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Performs minimally invasive procedures with smaller incisions
• Prioritizes patient trust and post-surgery care
• Available for patients around the clock

1,600+ complex brain and spine surgeries as lead surgeon – Dr. Lechanoine specializes in minimally invasive techniques at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• Expert in UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy) for spine procedures
• European Diploma of Spine Surgery (Eurospine) certified
• Authored multiple scientific publications with high impact factor
• Founded a UBE surgical training center

Op. Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgeon. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020 and became a specialist in neurosurgery.

His clinical focus is spine and spinal cord disorders. He completed an observership in the Complex Spinal Surgery Department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgical center in the United Kingdom.

He completed mandatory service in Mardin. He also worked at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has been a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital. He provides care for brain, spine, and peripheral nerve disorders.

Professor Gul Alco specializes in radiation oncology at Istanbul Medipol University, with extensive experience in treating spinal cord tumors.

• Over 31 years of experience in radiation oncology
• Associate Professor and later Professor at Demiroglu Bilim University
• Works at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, a leading medical facility
• Member of the Radiation Oncology Department at Istanbul University

Specializes in complex spinal procedures – trained at University of Wisconsin's neurosurgery clinic and now practices at Biruni University Hospital.

• Associate professor with 19 years of neurosurgical experience
• Visiting scholar at University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery
• Member of Turkish Spine Society and EUROSPINE
• Focused practice on neurological and spinal conditions

Performed 4,500+ complex spinal surgeries – Dr. Borghesi combines deep expertise with cutting-edge techniques at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• Leads the Neurosurgery Unit – oversees 1,000 procedures annually
• Uses advanced 4K 3D imaging for precision tumor removal
• Specializes in both posterior and anterior spinal approaches
• Fellowship-trained at top institutions including Schulthess Klinik Zurich

Professor Erol Akgul is an Interventional Neuroradiologist specializing in spinal cord tumor removal at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Member of the World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology
• Affiliated with the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe
• Part of the Turkish Society of Neuroradiology

With 14 years of experience, Dr. Gokcek specializes in complex spinal cord tumor removal using micro neurosurgery and minimally invasive techniques at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Trained in microsurgery at University of Hacettepe and endoscopic techniques in Ghent
• Successfully treated thousands of patients with severe brain and spine conditions
• Expert in endoscopic third ventriculostomy and percutaneous spine surgery
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society with 17 published articles

Dr. Hakan Ozalp specializes in spinal cord tumor removal at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with training in brain and surgery from Ankara University.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at Insubria University Faculty of Medicine in Italy
• Former lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine

Head of Neurosurgery at BLK Hospital – specializes in minimally invasive techniques for spinal tumors. Combines surgical precision with spinal reconstruction expertise.

• Senior Master of Neurosurgery – among India's highest qualifications
• Specializes in both open and minimally invasive approaches
• Extensive experience in complex spinal deformity cases
• Member of Indian Society for Cerebrovascular Surgery

Neurosurgeon, specialist in stereotactic neurosurgery

15 years

• He has received numerous international fellowships in the field of neurosurgery.
• He specialized in the transcallosal approach to colloid cysts and ventricular tumors.
• He has conducted extensive research in the field of hydrocephalus, shunt systems and is a member of the "Committee for the Evaluation of the World Ranking of Hydrocephalus Research".
• Successfully performed 2500 neurosurgical procedures, both cranial and spinal, in adults and children.