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Antonio Russi

  • Leading doctor for Surgical treatment of epilepsy
  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 54 years of experience
  • 1500+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Prof. Antonio Russi is recognized as the best epileptologist in Spain, helping over 2,000 patients overcome seizures.

    • Leads the Epilepsy Unit at Teknon Hospital
    • Specializes in non-surgical therapy for severe epilepsy
    • Performs advanced EEG monitoring for precise diagnosis
    • Member of the International League Against Epilepsy
    • Included in Forbes Top 100 Spanish doctors
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Bartolome Oliver

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 50 years of experience
  • 280+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • 40+ years pioneering minimally invasive neurosurgery – Dr. Oliver is globally recognized for surgical epilepsy treatments at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • Co-founder of the Foundation for Functional Neurosurgery
    • Performs 200+ advanced brain surgeries annually
    • President of the European Skull Base Society
    • Trained at Montreal Neurological Institute and Karolinska Institute
    • Specializes in fluorescence-guided surgery for precise tumor removal
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Professor Onur Yaman

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Onur YAMAN was born in Germany in 1976. In 2001, he graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine. In 2009, he received his specialization in Neurosurgery from Celal Bayar University. Between 2009-2011, he worked as a Neurosurgeon at Muş State Hospital and Rize Training and Research Hospital. Between 2011-2013, he worked at Tepecik Training and Research Hospital. Between 2013-2014, he worked at Ankara Spine Center. Between 2014-2018, he worked at Koç University Hospital Spine Center and received the title of associate professor in 2015. Between 2018-2024, he worked at Memorial Hospitals Group's Spine Center and was awarded the title of professor in 2021. Between 2023-2024, he worked as an instructor at Arel University Faculty of Medicine. Since 2024, he has been working at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital and at the same time he is an instructor at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine.

    Prof. Dr. Onur YAMAN is the president of the Middle East Spine Society since 2022. In addition, he is active in many professional associations.

    He has made numerous oral presentations at international and national congresses and has edited books and book chapters published in many international and national publishing houses.

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Nejat Akalan

  • 4.6 Excellent 472 reviews
  • 38 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Prof. Akalan has over 35 years of experience in neurosurgery, specializing in epilepsy operations in children at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

    • Performs advanced techniques like O-arm Imaging and iMRI for safer surgeries
    • Published 117 scientific papers on neurosurgery and epilepsy
    • Co-author of 'Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery'
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Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
  • Education and Specialization:

    • Medical Degree: Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine (1996)
    • Specialization in Neurosurgery: Bakırköy Mazhar Osman Training and Research Hospital for Psychiatry, Neurology, and Neurosurgery (1997-2003)

    Professional Experience:

    • 2003-Present: Neurosurgery Specialist with extensive experience, including roles at the Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital and currently at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, Istanbul.

    Areas of Expertise:

    • Spinal Surgery: Expertise in treating conditions like spinal stenosis, herniated discs, and complex spine deformities.
    • Brain Tumor Surgery: Specializes in the surgical removal of brain tumors, including minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques.
    • Pediatric Neurosurgery: Proficient in treating spinal and brain conditions in children, such as spina bifida and pediatric brain tumors.
    • Gamma Knife Surgery: Uses advanced radiosurgical techniques for treating brain tumors and other neurological disorders.
    • Scoliosis Treatment: Offers comprehensive treatment options for scoliosis, including surgical correction.
    • Cerebrovascular Surgery: Skilled in surgeries for cerebrovascular diseases, including aneurysm repairs and AVM treatments.

    Research and Publications: Dr. Güçlü has published numerous articles in prestigious journals, focusing on spinal surgery techniques, brain tumor management, and pediatric neurosurgery. His work has been recognized for its impact on improving surgical outcomes and patient care in neurosurgery.

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Mehmet Tonge

  • 4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)
  • Neurosurgery Training: Gazi University, Department of Neurosurgery, 2011 

    H index: 10, I10 Index: 12 Citations: 296

     Dr Mehmet Tonge has international and nationwide 32 publications, 12 book chapters, 92 oral and poster presentations and 41 invited lectures, mostly on Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery. 

     

    Work & Training experience:

    2004-2011: Gazi University, Department of Neurosurgery (Residency)

     2008: Zurich University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery (Intraoperative MRI applications), Switzerland 

    2008: Zurich University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery: Microneurosurgery, white matter dissection, interventional neuroradiology courses, Switzerland 

    2011 – 2012: Sinop Ataturk State Hospital, Neurosurgeon

     2012 – 2013: Cankiri State Hospital, Neurosurgeon 

    2013 – 2014: Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Neurosurgery & Gamma Knife Center (Ass Prof) 

    2013 – now: Maastricht University Neurosurgery & Neuroscience Department (Visiting scientist, PhDc) The Netherlands 

    2014: Maastricht University, The Netherlands: Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship 2014-2018: Istanbul Memorial Hospital Neurosurgery: Staff Neurosurgeon

     2016-2018: Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital (Consultant, Gamma Knife Center) 

    2018-now: Istanbul Medipol University (Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery, Gamma Knife Center) Ass. Prof.) 

     

    Dr Mehmet Tonge has completed 4-year cycle EANS (European Association of Neurosurgical Societies) Training courses. 

     

    Clinical areas of interest:

     • Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery

     • Surgery for movement disorders

    • * MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS)

     • Gamma Knife Radiosurgery 

    • Surgery for pain & spasticity 

    • Psychosurgery

     

    Research areas of interest: 

    • Deep brain stimulation

    • * MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS)

     • Stereotactic radiosurgery 

     

    Administrative duties:

     • Turkish Neurosurgical Society, Sterotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Section: Board member 2015- 2017 

    • Turkish Neurosurgical Society, Sterotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Section: Board member (Secretary) 2017-2019

     • Turkish Skull Base Society: Board member 2016-2018

     • Turkish Skull Base Society: Supervisory board member 2018-2020

     • Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society: Executive Board Member, (Accountant) 2023-still 

     

    Memberships: 

    • WSSFN (World Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Society) 

    • ESSFN (European Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Society)

     • Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society

     • Deep Brain Stimulation Society 

    • International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society 

    • Leksell Gamma Knife Society 

    • EANS (European Association of Neurosurgical Societies) 

    • Turkish Neurosurgical Society

    • Turkish Skull Base Society

     

     

    Sample Publications: 

    1. Tonge M. Technological developments in electric based DBS. Deep Brain Stimulation 2024 4(36-41) DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jdbs.2023.12.001 

    2. Akgul E, Onan HB, Islek I, Tonge M, Durmus Y, Barburoglu M, Azizova A, Erol C, Hakyemez B, Sencer S, Aydin K, Arat A. Flow diverter stents in the treatment of recanalized intracranial aneurysms. Interv Neuroradiol. 2021 Aug;27(4):481-489. doi: 10.1177/1591019921990507. Epub 2021 Jan 28. PMID: 33509011; PMCID: PMC8580529. 

    3. Mulders AEP, Temel Y, Tonge M, Schaper FLWVJ, van Kranen-Mastenbroek V,Ackermans L, Kubben P, Janssen MLF, Duits A. The association between surgical characteristics and cognitive decline following deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus in Parkinson's disease. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2021 Jan;200:106341. doi: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2020.106341. Epub 2020 Nov 3. PMID: 33160716. 

    4. Wetzelaer P, Vlis T, Tonge M, Ackermans L, Kubben P, Evers S, Kocabicak E, Temel Y. Management of Hardware Related Infections after DBS Surgery: A Cost Analysis. Turk Neurosurg. 2018;28(6):929- 933. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.21511-17.1. PMID: 29465741. 

    5. Bedirli N, Emmez G, Ünal Y, Tönge M, Emmez H. Effects of positive end- expiratory pressure on intracranial pressure during pneumoperitoneum and Trendelenburg position in a porcine mode. Turk J Med Sci. 2017 Nov 13;47(5):1610-1615. doi: 10.3906/sag-1609-17. PMID: 29152942. 

    6. Sari R, Tonge M, Bolukbasi FH, Onoz M, Baskan O, Silav G, Elmaci I. Management of Failed Cranioplasty. Turk Neurosurg. 2017;27(2):201-207. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.15395-15.0. PMID: 27593759. 

    7. Tonge M, Kocabicak E, Ackermans L, Kuijf M, Temel Y. Final Electrode Position in Subthalamic Nucleus Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery: A Comparison of Indirect and Direct Targeting Methods. Turk Neurosurg. 2016;26(6):900-903. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.13739-14.1. PMID: 27337232. 

    8. Tonge M, Ackermans L, Kocabicak E, van Kranen-Mastenbroek V, Kuijf M, Oosterloo M, Kubben P, Temel Y. A detailed analysis of intracerebral hemorrhages in DBS surgeries. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2015 Dec;139:183-7. doi: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2015.10.017. Epub 2015 Oct 23. PMID: 26513430. 

    9. Silav G, Bölükbaşı FH, Özek E, Tönge M, Önöz M, Elmacı İ. A Simple Technique for Bone Storage after Decompressive Craniectomy in Children. Pediatr Neurosurg. 2015;50(3):161-4. doi: 10.1159/000381748. Epub 2015 May 14. PMID: 25998533. 

    10. Yilmaz MB, Donmez H, Tonge M, Senol S, Tekiner A. Vertebrojugular arteriovenous fistula and pseudoaneurysm formation due to penetrating vertebral artery injury: case report and review of the literature. Turk Neurosurg. 2015;25(1):141-5. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.8247-13.1. PMID: 25640560. 

    11. Kurt G, Tönge M, Çeltıkçı E, Çapraz I, Serdaroğlu A, Bılır E. Surgery for intractable temporal lobe epilepsy: experience of a single institution. Turk J Med Sci. 2014;44(5):866-70. doi: 10.3906/sag-1307- 30. PMID: 25539559. 

    12. Yılmaz MB, Tönge M, Emmez H, Kaymaz F, Kaymaz M. Neuroprotective effects of quetiapine on neuronal apoptosis following experimental transient focal cerebral ischemia in rats. J Korean Neurosurg Soc. 2013 Jul;54(1):1-7. doi: 10.3340/jkns.2013.54.1.1. Epub 2013 Jul 31. PMID: 24044072; PMCID: PMC3772279. 

    13. Yilmaz MB, Egemen E, Tonge M, Kaymaz M. Transoral protrusion of a peritoneal catheter due to gastric perforation 10 years after a ventriculoperitoneal shunting: case report and review of the literature. Turk Neurosurg. 2013;23(2):285-8. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.4904-11.1. PMID: 23546921. 

    14. Omerhodzic I, Tonge M, Matos B, Musabeliu E, Raspanti C, Ferdinandov D, Galimova R, Muroi C, Balik V, Kursumovic A. Neurosurgical training programme in selected European countries: from the young neurosurgeons' point of view. Turk Neurosurg. 2012;22(3):286-93. doi: 10.5137/1019- 5149.JTN.5133-11.0. PMID: 22664994. 

    15. Ergun E, Kurt G, Tonge M, Aytar H, Tas M, Baykaner K, Ceviker N. Effects of phenytoin sodium on dura mater healing in a rat model of CSF leakage. Turk Neurosurg. 2011;21(4):471-6. PMID: 22194102. 

    16. Emmez H, Tonge M, Tokgoz N, Durdag E, Gonul I, Cevıker N. Radiological and histopathological comparison of microporous polysaccharide hemospheres and oxidized regenerated cellulose in the rabbit brain: a study of efficacy and safety. Turk Neurosurg. 2010 Oct;20(4):485-91. doi: 10.5137/1019- 5149.JTN.3300-10.2. PMID: 20963698. 

    17. Emmez H, Yildirim Z, Kale A, Tönge M, Durdağ E, Börcek AO, Uçankuş LN, Doğulu F, Kiliç N, Baykaner MK. Anti-apoptotic and neuroprotective effects of α-lipoic acid on spinal cord ischemiareperfusion injury in rabbits. Acta Neurochir (Wien). 2010 Sep;152(9):1591-600; discussion 1600-1. doi: 10.1007/s00701-010-0703-9. Epub 2010 Jun 10. PMID: 20535507. 

    18. Kurt G, Tonge M, Börcek AO, Karahacioglu E, Gurel O, Baykaner K, Ceviker N, Aykol S. Fractionated gamma knife radiosurgery for optic nerve tumors: a technical report. Turk Neurosurg. 2010 Apr;20(2):241-6. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.1681-09.3. PMID: 20401852. 

    19. Emmez H, Kale A, Tönge M, Cakir A, Ceviker N. Two meningiomas with different histological grades in the same patient. Case report. Neurol Med Chir (Tokyo). 2010;50(8):686-8. doi: 10.2176/nmc.50.686. PMID: 20805656.

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Serdal Gungor

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Prof. Serdal Gungor specializes in pediatric neurology with extensive training at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools.

    • Over 20 years of experience in pediatric neurology
    • Subspecialty training in pediatric epilepsy at Hacettepe University
    • Professor at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
    • Published research in pediatric neurology
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Shao Ming

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  • 32 years of experience
  • China, Tianjin, Eber Perennial Brain Hospital
  • • Leading neurologist

    • Doctor of Medical Sciences

    • Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Texas, Harvard University and Dartmouth College

    • Has extensive clinical experience in preoperative assessment of resistant epilepsy, localization of epileptic foci and neurophysiological monitoring of various surgical operations

    • Introduced the use of propofol for the Wada test in China, applied cortical electrical stimulation and high-frequency oscillations to localize epileptic foci, greatly improving the safety and efficiency of operations

    • Author of more than 50 scientific articles, of which about 30 in international journals

    • The Journal of Neuroscience in December 2003 featured the doctor on the cover as the author of a scientific article on the discovery of the mechanisms of memory impairment in epilepsy at the cellular level

    • Lectured at the Department of Neurology, State University of New York College of Medicine, Brooklyn and the Department of Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles

    • Multiple recipient of a special grant for epilepsy research in the United States, a laureate of funding from the National Natural Science Foundation, the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Ministry of Education, and the research and development funds of Peking University Hospital

    • Lead author and co-author of several monographs: “Epilepsy Surgery” (2006), “Clinical Guidelines for Epilepsy” (2006), “Aphasia” (2006), “Clinical Diagnostic Guidelines: Section on Epilepsy” (2007), “Modern Clinical Electroencephalography” (2009), “Treatment of Epilepsy” (2010), “Guidelines for the Treatment of Diseases of the Nervous System” (2010), “Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring” (2014)

    • Member of the Epilepsy and Electroencephalography Group of the Chinese Neurological Society

    • Chairman of the Neurophysiological Monitoring Group of the Chinese Neurosurgical Society

    • Vice Chairman of the Expert Committee on Neurophysiological Monitoring during Surgeries, Chinese Medical Association

    • Vice Chairman of the Neurophysiology Group of the Peripheral Neurological Committee

    • Vice Chairman of the Clinical Neurophysiological Committee of the China Association of Research Hospitals

    • Chairman of the Management Committee of the Epilepsy Care Foundation of China Primary Health Care Foundation

    • Chairman of the Scientific Committee of the Epilepsy Care Foundation of the Chinese Medical Association

    • Deputy Secretary General of the Chinese Epilepsy Association

    • Permanent member of the Electroencephalography and Clinical Neurophysiology Division of the Chinese Epilepsy Association

    • Vice Chairman of the Committee on Syncope and Sudden Death, Chinese Society of Hypertension

    • Vice Chairman of the Neurosurgical Committee of the Beijing Medical Association

    • Member of the International Society for Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring

    • Representative of the Asian region of the International Society for Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring

    Specializes in diagnostics and treatment of:

    • epilepsy in children

    • epilepsy in adults

    • movement disorders

    • sleep disorders

    • neuralgia

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Ersoy Kocabicak

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Atlas University Hospital
  • Prof. Ersoy Kocabicak specializes in deep brain stimulation for epilepsy at Atlas University Hospital, with extensive research and surgical expertise.

    • Fellowship-trained in deep brain stimulation at Maastricht University
    • Founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
    • Author of 46+ international research articles on neurosurgery
    • Leads Atlas University's neurosurgery department as Rector
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Ramazan Sari

  • 5 Excellent 50 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Education:

    Medical Faculty, Trakya University,  

    Edirne, Turkey (1994-2000)

    Professional Experience:

    General Practitioner and Emergency Physician

    Bartın (2000-2004)

    Specialization:  

    Department of Neurosurgery, S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital,  

    Istanbul (2004-2010)

    Participation in the Accreditation Process by the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) during  

    Specialization (2004-2010)

    Completion of Compulsory Service as Specialist Physician

    Tokat State Hospital, Tokat (2010-2012)

    Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery

    Gaziosmanpaşa University, Tokat (2012-2014)

    Contribution to the Establishment of the Department of Neurosurgery at Medipol University  

    (2012-2014)

    Lecturer

    Medipol University, Istanbul (2012-2014)

    Specialist Physician

    Memorial Istanbul Hospitals, Istanbul (2014-2018)

    Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences

    Eurasia University, Istanbul (2014-2021)

    Associate Professor in the field of Neurosurgery (2021- )

    Specialist Physician

    Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, Istanbul (2018-2021)

    Specialist Physician

    Liv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul (2021-2023)

    2023 –

    Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul

    Skills and Achievements:

    Obtained Associate Professorship in the field of Neurosurgery (2021)

    Experience in Academic Teaching and Management (2012-2021)

    Proficiency in Turkish (Native) and English (Advanced)

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Mehmet Osman Akcakaya

  • 5 Excellent 50 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Dr. Mehmet Osman Akcakaya is a neurosurgeon with 18 years of experience. He specializes in microneurosurgery and functional neurosurgery. He treats head trauma, brain tumors, Parkinson’s disease, and spinal disorders. Dr. Akcakaya uses advanced surgical techniques for these complex conditions.

    He has received several awards, including the Second Prize for 'Best Oral Presentation' at the Congress of the Nervous System Surgery Society. He completed a 4-year training program with the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS). He also holds the EANS board certificate (Part I). Dr. Akcakaya has completed fellowships in Israel and Germany.

    He is a member of the Turkish Association of Neurosurgery and EANS. He has also served on scientific committees for international courses on endoscopic spine surgery.

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Salih Murat Imer

  • 5 Excellent 50 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Salih Murat İmer is a neurosurgeon with over 30 years of experience. He founded and led the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital. He has written 68 scientific articles and contributed to 9 book chapters. Dr. İmer has also presented at 33 international congresses, showing his influence in neurosurgery worldwide.

    Dr. İmer holds advanced certifications in functional and stereotactic neurosurgery, Leksell Gamma Knife radiosurgery, and endoscopic spine surgery. He received specialized training in several European countries. He has worked with leading experts such as Prof. Matti Vapalahti and Prof. Juha Hernesniemi. Through these collaborations, he has helped improve neurosurgical practice and education around the world.

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Baran Yil

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Awards Turkish Neurosurgery Society 31st Scientific Congress “Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize”, Antalya, 2017. Courses and Certificates 1. Member of the Organizing Committee; 12. National Neuroscience Congress, Bahçeşehir University, 28-31 May 2014 2. Member of the Organizing Committee; 11. ASNO 'Skull-base Anatomy Course', 11-14 September 2014, Istanbul 3. Instructor / Member of the Organizing Committee; Neurosurgery Course Series – 4 /Prof. Dr. Evandro de Oliveira Skull Base Course 2, Prof. Rhoton Anatomy Lab BAU Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, 2015.
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Бусе Чагла Ары

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Education

    2005 – 2011 | Kocaeli University, Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli, Turkey
    M.D. Degree

    2013 – 2019 | Erenköy Mental Health and Neurology Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
    Neurology Residency Program

    Languages

    English – Very Advanced

    Professional Experience

    Artvin Borçka State Hospital, Artvin, Turkey
    General Practitioner (Compulsory Service)
    2011 – 2012

    Erenköy Mental Health and Neurology Training and Research Hospital, Neurology Department, Istanbul, Turkey
    Resident Physician
    2013 – 2019

    Siirt State Hospital, Siirt, Turkey
    Neurology Specialist (Compulsory Service)
    2019 – March 2021

    Private Pendik Medical Park Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
    Neurology Specialist
    April 3, 2021 – April 10, 2024

    Bahçeşehir University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology, Istanbul, Turkey
    Assistant Professor
    April 19, 2021 – June 1, 2024

    Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
    Associate Professor of Neurology
    April 22, 2024 – Present

    Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology, Istanbul, Turkey
    Associate Professor of Neurology
    November 11, 2024 – Present

    Memberships

    Turkish Neurology Society

    Turkish Medical Association

    International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society

    Turkish Neurology Society Neurorehabilitation Working Group

    Global Migraine and Pain Society

    International Headache Society

    Turkish Parkinson’s Disease Society

    Turkish Alzheimer Association, Kadıköy Branch

    Areas of Interest

    Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders

    Migraine and other headache disorders

    Sleep disorders

    Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease

    EEG, Polysomnography (PSG), Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT)

    Botulinum toxin injections for movement disorders

    Nerve blocks and botulinum toxin for headache management

    Epilepsy

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Halil Can

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  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı
  • Specializes in epilepsy surgery and functional neurosurgery at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. Combines surgical precision with innovative treatment approaches.

    • Expert in endoscopic and microsurgical techniques for epilepsy
    • Published multiple studies on neurosurgical treatments
    • Associate Professor with extensive academic contributions
    • Member of prestigious medical associations
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Bugra Bilge Keseroglu

  • New
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı
  • Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery – Dr. Keseroglu performs advanced surgical treatments for complex urological conditions.

    • Performs robotic radical prostatectomy and cystectomy
    • Expert in laparoscopic nephrectomy and pyeloplasty
    • Skilled in all types of female incontinence surgery
    • Trained at S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital
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Ali Osman Mucuoglu

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Atlas University Hospital
  • Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in epilepsy surgery with training at Dokuz Eylül University, one of Turkey's leading neurosurgery departments.

    • 8+ years of neurosurgical experience
    • Trained in functional neurosurgery at European courses
    • Published research on cortical dysplasia and minimally invasive techniques
    • Member of Turkish and European neurosurgical societies
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Ela Simay Zengin

  • New
  • 5 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Medicalpoint International Hospital
  • As a neurologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital, Dr. Zengin specializes in epilepsy and other complex neurological conditions.

    • Membership in the European Academy of Neurology
    • Graduated medical training from Dokuz Eylül University
    • Experience from multiple state hospitals across Turkey
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Ulvi Samadzade

  • New
  • 7 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Medicalpoint International Hospital
  • Dr. Ulvi Samadzade specializes in epilepsy treatment at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with neurology expertise spanning multiple movement disorders.

    • Trained at Dokuz Eylul University Hospital's neurology department
    • Member of the European Academy of Neurology and Turkish Neurological Society
    • Offers advanced epilepsy treatments including IVIG therapy and plasmapheresis
    • Treats complex cases like drug-resistant epilepsy and movement disorders
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Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • EDUCATION:

    • Turhan and Mediha Tansel Primary School (1979–1984)
    • Kültür College (1984–1988)
    • Semiha Şakir High School (1988–1991)
    • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (1991–1997)
    • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department, Specialist Training (1997–2002)
    • Title of Associate Professor in Neurosurgery (May 31, 2021)

    ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

    • "Visiting Physician," University of Southern California, Department of Neurosurgery (1998)
    • "Microsurgery Training," GATA (Gülhane Military Medical Academy), Ankara Education and Research Hospital (2003)

    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

    • Gülhane Military Medical Academy Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital (2002–2003)
    • Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital (2003–2005)
    • Private Avicenna Ataşehir Hospital (2005–2012)
    • Private 29 Mayıs Hospital (2012–2013)
    • Maltepe State Hospital (2013–2018)
    • Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital (2018–2020)
    • Private Academic Hospital (2020–2022)
    • Hisar Intercontinental Hospital (2022–2024)
    • Private Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital (2024–Present)

    ADMINISTRATIVE AND ACADEMIC ROLES:

    • Board Member, Neurosurgical Society (2006–2009)
    • Head of the Emergency Department, Maltepe State Hospital (2014–2016)
    • Deputy Chief Physician, Private Academic Hospital (2020–2021)
    • Advisory Board Member, Beykent University Faculty of Medicine (2018–2024)
    • Faculty Member, Galata University Faculty of Health Sciences (2022–2024)
    • Director, Continuous Education Center, Galata University (2022–2024)

     

     

     

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Bookimed has coordinated 737 requests for Surgical treatment of epilepsy, working with 40 specialists worldwide. The doctors in this table consistently stand out for their credentials and expertise in addressing specific patient needs. All information comes from actual patient cases and treatment offers created by our partner clinics.
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54 years of experienceSevere and rare epilepsy stagesTop-ranked epileptologist in Spain with 2,000+ seizure-free patients. Heads the Epilepsy Unit at Teknon Hospital and researches new antiepileptic medications.
Spain
from $600
50 years of experienceComplex epilepsy casesPioneer in functional neurosurgery with 40+ years' experience. Leads Teknon's Brain Tumor Center and co-founded Europe's first dedicated Functional Neurosurgery Foundation.
Spain
from $350
38 years of experiencePediatric epilepsy surgerySpecializes in pediatric epilepsy with advanced imaging techniques for safety. Published extensively and contributed to major neurosurgery textbooks.
Turkey
from $150
33 years of experiencePediatric epilepsy casesSpecializes in pediatric epilepsy with subspecialty training at Hacettepe University. Professor at İnönü University with published research.
Turkey
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30 years of experienceDeep brain stimulation for epilepsyPioneer in deep brain stimulation with Maastricht University training. Founding member of international DBS associations. Combines surgical expertise with academic leadership.
Turkey
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15 years of experienceRefractory epilepsy casesDual role as clinician and educator keeps techniques current. Specializes in electrophysiological diagnostics (EEG) alongside medical therapy. Turkish Neurology Society member.
Turkey
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19 years of experienceEpilepsy surgerySpecializes in epilepsy surgery with innovative techniques. Published extensively on neurosurgical treatments and holds academic titles.
Turkey
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29 years of experienceRobotic urological surgeryPerforms advanced robotic and laparoscopic urological procedures, including radical prostatectomies and cystectomies. Trained at a leading Turkish research hospital.
Turkey
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14 years of experienceDrug-resistant epilepsy casesSpecializes in functional neurosurgery for epilepsy with European training. Published on cortical dysplasia minimally invasive techniques. Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.
Turkey
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5 years of experienceEpilepsy surgical evaluationSpecializes in epilepsy within neurology, with memberships in leading professional bodies like the European Academy of Neurology.
Turkey
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