Cavernoma Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Anton Wohl is the Director of the Brain Tumors Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in neuro-oncology and complex brain tumor surgery. He completed fellowships at the Mayo Clinic in the USA. Dr. Wohl works at a hospital ranked 7th globally by Newsweek in 2026. He focuses on removing tumors while preserving neurological function.

• Performs awake craniotomy and fluorescence-guided surgery to protect brain function.
• Uses intraoperative MRI and functional brain mapping during complex procedures.
• Author of multiple peer-reviewed studies on glioblastoma and innovative therapies.
• Holds Israeli board certification and an active medical license.

Dr. Karkucak specializes in complex brain and spine surgeries, including cavernoma treatments, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in brain tumor and aneurysm surgeries
• Skilled in minimally invasive spine procedures
• Extensive experience with pituitary and peripheral nerve surgeries

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.

Specializes in microsurgical treatments for brain and spine conditions, including cavernoma, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in minimally invasive spine and brain tumor surgeries
• Skilled in treating complex spinal conditions like scoliosis
• Performs advanced procedures for spinal canal narrowing

Recognized as one of Turkey's 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' – Dr. Karacaoglan brings over 33 years of experience of expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in achieving natural-looking results in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures
• Fellowship-trained in breast surgery at Portland's renowned Breast Surgery Center
• Awarded expert status by Turkey's Ministry of Health
• Member of four prestigious international plastic surgery societies

Dr. Borghesi performs around 1,000 advanced neurosurgical procedures annually, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for cranial and spinal conditions.

• Over 4,500 complex surgeries performed
• Expert in minimally invasive brain tumor removal using 4K 3D imaging
• Successfully treated 400+ trigeminal neuralgia cases
• Trained at top-tier international hospitals like Schulthess Klinik in Zurich
• Leads the Neurosurgery Unit at Maria Cecilia Hospital

Specialized in neurosurgery with training at the University of Wisconsin and extensive experience in Turkish hospitals. Associate professor since 2021.

• Over 19 years of experience of neurosurgical practice
• Visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Associate professor title awarded in 2021
• Works at Biruni University Hospital

Performed 2,500+ surgeries with 1,600 as lead surgeon – Dr. Lechanoine specializes in complex brain conditions at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• Expert in brainstem surgeries and minimally invasive techniques
• Trained in neurosurgery at University of Tours under renowned professors
• Founded a surgical training center for advanced spine endoscopy
• Published in international journals with a 71.46 impact factor

Head of the Department of Neurosurgery at HM Hospitales Clinic – Dr. Diamantopoulos Fernández leads a team specializing in complex neurosurgical cases.

• Extensive experience in neurosurgery with a focus on intricate procedures
• Leads a dedicated neurosurgery department at a top-tier hospital
• Expertise in handling complex neurological conditions

Dr. Baskan specializes in pediatric neurosurgery with 17 years of experience of focused experience, now serving at Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
• Expertise in neurooncological surgery and congenital anomalies
• Works at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery

Dr. Mehmet Ozek specializes in complex neurosurgical cases with 45 years of experience of experience, including endoscopic skull base surgery at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic.

• Fellowship-trained at Florida University and Yale University
• Published 47 articles in SCI international journals
• Member of AANS and other prestigious neurosurgical societies
• Recipient of multiple awards for research and presentations

Dr. Motti coordinates the Gamma Knife Operating Unit at Maria Cecilia Hospital – one of Italy's few centers specializing in Gamma Knife treatments.

• Pioneered brain implantation of dopaminergic cells for Parkinson's in Italy
• Active member of Gamma Knife societies in Italy, Sweden, and Europe
• Organized the First European Meeting of Gamma Knife Users
• Trains new Gamma Knife centers worldwide
• Author of 100+ publications in neurosurgery

Prof. Dr. Gulsah Bademci trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yaşargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, and has 33 years of experience of experience in brain and nerve surgery.

• Performs complex surgeries including spinal canal stenosis and brain tumors
• Holds ECFMG America Board Step 1 and EANS European Board certificates
• Advanced training at Yale University School of Medicine
• Published numerous international research papers

14 years of experience of neurosurgery expertise – Dr. Gokcek specializes in complex brain and spine conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Performs micro neurosurgery and endoscopic skull base surgeries
• Successfully treated thousands of patients with severe neurological conditions
• Advanced training in neuro endoscopy and minimally invasive techniques
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society with 17 published articles