Best Brain Tumor Removal Doctors Abroad

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, specializing in interpreting brain imaging for tumor detection and treatment planning.

• Trained at Prince of Songkla University – one of Thailand's top medical schools
• Expert in comparing imaging results with other tests for accurate diagnosis
• Provides imaging-guided procedures for precise treatment planning
• Certified in Diagnostic Radiology with extensive hospital experience

Prof. Margalit Navo has performed 70+ successful meningioma surgeries and 100+ skull base tumor removals at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Heads the Neurosurgery Department at Ichilov (Sourasky) Medical Center
• Specializes in minimally invasive endoscopic removal of skull tumors
• Trained in advanced surgical treatment of skull base diseases in the US
• Member of the North American Skull Base Society

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz brings specialized oncology expertise to brain tumor care, with international training at Ohio State University.

• Trained in Medical Oncology at Health Sciences University
• Participated in Phase III clinical trials for advanced treatments
• Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection

Phd Viola Fox specializes in comprehensive tumor treatment, including innovative therapies like immunotherapy and molecular diagnostics. She leads the Clinic for Haematology, Oncology, and Palliative Care at BKZ Solingen.

• Board-certified haematologist, oncologist, and immunologist with over 14 years of experience
• Expert in molecular biology research for haemato-oncological diseases
• Member of German Society of Oncology and Haemato-oncology GDHO
• Chief Physician at certified interdisciplinary cancer centre BKZ Solingen

Assoc Prof. Dr. Guclu specializes in brain and spine surgery with extensive international training, including at The Cleveland Clinic and Saint Louis University.

• Over 23 years of neurosurgical experience in leading Turkish hospitals
• Expert in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery techniques
• Published 22 international papers on neurosurgical topics
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Skilled in both traditional and less-invasive surgical approaches

Specializing in medical oncology, Dr. Tahsin Ozadli brings focused expertise to complex cancer cases at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Medical oncology specialist with experience across multiple leading hospitals
• Special interest in lung, esophageal, gastric, and breast cancers
• Published researcher with a Google Scholar profile

Dr. Alexandru Cristescu specializes in complex brain tumor removal at Ponderas Academic Hospital, combining precision with compassionate care.

• Trained in neurosurgery at renowned hospitals in France
• Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
• Focuses on patient-centered approaches for optimal outcomes

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Internal Medicine Specialist with experience at multiple oncology clinics
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Graduated from Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Baran Yil trained at Yale School of Medicine and holds a prestigious neurosurgery award. His expertise in brain tumor removal is backed by rigorous training and professional recognition.

• Completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale
• Recipient of the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize
• Active member of multiple neurosurgery associations including AOSpine
• Involved in organizing and teaching advanced neurosurgery courses

Prof. Cinar brings over 38 years of surgical expertise, including a fellowship at Canada's University of Ottawa Heart Center.

• Specializes in cardiovascular surgery with a focus on complex cases
• Member of European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
• Professor at Altınbaş University, training future surgeons
• Performs surgeries at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu specializes in complex brain tumor removals, including gliomas and meningiomas, with decades of experience at top institutions.

• Over 34 years in neurosurgery with focus on brain tumors
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Published 65 international scientific articles on neurosurgery
• Member of EUROSPINE and Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Performed numerous complex spinal and cranial surgeries

Dr. Mehmet Hakan Şahin is a neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital (as of 2026). He specializes in neuro-oncological and neurovascular surgery. He also performs skull base, complex cranial, and spine surgery. He was an Assistant Professor at Atatürk University (2019–2024). He served at UW Health (2024–2025).

He has 29 international peer-reviewed papers and 11 national papers. He has written 5 textbook chapters. He has given 7 oral presentations, including at AANS 2025 and a 2024 panel on supratotal glioma resection. His honors include the 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Young Neurosurgeon Incentive Award (Second Prize) and 1st Prize at the 1st Yaşargil Microneurosurgery Academy. He holds the Turkish Neurosurgery Qualification Certificate (2023). He has been a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association since 2017 (No. 1620).

Dr. Deniz Konya is a Professor of Neurosurgery at Medical Park Göztepe, trained at Harvard Medical School for spine surgery.

• Specializes in brain and spinal tumor removal
• Harvard-trained in complex spine surgeries
• Member of North American Spine Society and European Spine Society
• Published 47 international peer-reviewed research papers

Forbes-listed among Israel's best doctors – Dr. Gal Goldstein leads Hadassah's Pediatric Oncology Department.

• 27 years specializing in pediatric hemato-oncology
• Expertise in retinoblastoma and precision medicine
• Performs haploidentical bone marrow transplants
• Member of ISPHO, ICA, IAO, and SIOP

Dr. Han Yeongmin is a neurosurgeon (MD, PhD). He is Medical Director and Director of the Neurosurgery Center at Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital. He treats cerebrovascular disease and peripheral nerve disorders. He also specializes in brain tumors and skull base surgery. Conditions include stroke, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral infarction, and moyamoya disease. He performs PEN, PNP, and SNB. He also offers microscopic and endoscopic discectomy, artificial disc replacement, MIS-TLIF/minimally invasive spinal fusion, and vertebroplasty.

He earned his MD and PhD from The Catholic University of Korea. He served as a visiting professor in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute (Phoenix, Arizona, USA). He also served at Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington (Seattle, USA).

His publications include co-authorship of Chapter 52 of the Textbook of Korean Cerebrovascular Surgery. He also co-authored Acoustic Neuroma Oncology. He is a full member of KNS, KSCVS, KSBS, KBTS, KNTS, KSNS, and KSPNS.

Over 37 years in neurosurgery – Dr. Kaner specializes in brain tumor removal and spinal procedures, trained at top institutions in Turkey and the U.S.

• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical experience
• Fellowship at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center
• Member of prestigious societies like AO Spine International
• Visiting faculty member at Virginia University

Over 30 years of neurosurgical experience – Dr. Kapici leads Altınbaş University's Neurosurgery Department and specializes in brain tumor removal.

• 30 years as Chief Assistant at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Spine Society of Europe
• Trained in microsurgery techniques at GATA Military Medical Faculty

Professor Halil Can specializes in brain tumor removal at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, with extensive experience in neuro-oncology.

• Expert in minimally invasive and endoscopic neurosurgery techniques
• Published multiple peer-reviewed studies on neurosurgical treatments
• Associate Professor since 2020, demonstrating academic excellence
• Focuses on complex cases including gliomas and meningiomas