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Best neurosurgeons in Turkey: TOP 115 doctors

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Ali Zirh
Neurosurgeon
36 years of experience
4.9
28 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)

Ali Zirh

Neurosurgeon
36 years of experience

accreditations:

American Parkinson Disease Association
American Association for the Advancement of Science
World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
  • Expert in Neurosurgery, specializing in DBS for Parkinson's and movement disorders.
  • Internationally trained in Germany, Spain, UK, Israel, Belgium, and USA.
  • Conducted over 1,500 Neurosurgical interventions, specializing in DBS.
  • Broke Guinness World Record for largest gathering of DBS patients.
  • Holds EANS license and passed European Board of Neurosurgery Exam.
  • Recognized with awards including the Golden Palm and International Elekta Award.
  • Member of prestigious societies such as ESSFN, WSSFN, and IASP.
  • Offers online consultations for Neurosurgery patients globally.
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4.9
28 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) $20000
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery $28000
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Zafer Orkun Toktas
Neurosurgeon
15 years of experience
4.6
38 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Ataşehir Hospital

Zafer Orkun Toktas

Neurosurgeon
15 years of experience

2022 - Currently, İstanbul/Turkey

MEMORIAL ATAŞEHIR HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

2018 - 2022, İstanbul/Turkey

VM MEDICAL PARK PENDİK HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

2012 - 2018, İstanbul/Turkey

BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL PARK GÖZTEPE HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

2009 - 2011, Bitlis/Turkey

MINISTRY OF HEALTH TATVAN STATE HOSPITAL

Neurosurgeon

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4.6
38 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery $21000
Craniotomy $9500
Brain tumor removal $10000 - $15000
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Selçuk Göçmen
Neurosurgeon
21 years of experience
4.6
456 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Anadolu Medical Center

Selçuk Göçmen

Neurosurgeon
21 years of experience
  • Specializes in Neurosurgery, focusing on Gamma Knife and functional neurosurgery.
  • International training in the US and Turkey; certified in advanced neurosurgical techniques.
  • Winner of the Young Neurosurgeon Award from the German Society of Neurosurgery, 2014.
  • Trained at renowned institutes such as Oregon Health and Science University and Cleveland Clinic.
  • Holds certifications in neurosurgery, Gamma Knife, and endovascular procedures.
  • Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Spine Association.
  • Offers online consultations for patients seeking neurosurgical treatment.
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4.6
456 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Brain tumor removal $15000 - $30000
Stereotaxic surgeries $8850
Removal of spinal cord tumor $16000
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Serdar Çevik
Neurosurgeon
14 years of experience
4.6
251 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Şişli Hospital

Serdar Çevik

Neurosurgeon
14 years of experience

Medical degree from Bursa Uludag University (2002-2009), Neurosurgery Specialization training from Bezmialem Foundation University (2010-2015), Associate Professor (2021-2021), Brain and Nerve Surgery Research Assistant at Bezmialem Foundation University (2010-2015), Neurosurgery Specialist at Agrı New State Hospital (2015-2016) and Istinye University Hospital (2016-2018), Memorial Sisli Hospital (2019), member of Turkish Medical Association and Turkish Neurosurgery Association.

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4.6
251 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Stereotaxic surgeries $4750 - $6450
Vagus nerve stimulation $18500
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery $23000
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Gulsah Ozturk Ozluk
Neurosurgeon
16 years of experience
4.6
251 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Şişli Hospital

Gulsah Ozturk Ozluk

Neurosurgeon
16 years of experience

2019 - Halen, İstanbul/İstanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL ŞİŞLİ HASTANESİ

Nöroşirurji Uzmanı

2016 - 2019, İstanbul/İstanbul/Türkiye

ACIBADEM SAĞLIK GRUBU

Nöroşirurji Uzmanı

2015 - 2016, /ABD

OREGON HEALTH AND SCIENCE UNIVERSITY

Nöroşirurji Uzmanı

2013 - 2016, Mardin/Mardin/Türkiye

MARDİN DEVLET HASTANESİ

Nöroşirurji Uzmanı

2012 - 2013, İstanbul/İstanbul/Türkiye

HASEKİ EĞİTİM VE ARAŞTIRMA HASTANESİ

Nöroşirurji Uzmanlık Eğitimi

2011 - 2012, İstanbul/İstanbul/Türkiye

MARMARA ÜNİVERSİTESİ EĞİTİM VE ARAŞTIRMA HASTANESİ

Nöroşirurji Uzmanlık Eğitimi

2011 - 2011, /ABD

JOHN’S HOPKINS UNIVERSITY

Nöroşirurji Uzmanlık Eğitimi

2008 - 2011, İstanbul/İstanbul/Türkiye

HASEKİ EĞİTİM VE ARAŞTIRMA HASTANESİ

Nöroşirurji Uzmanlık Eğitimi

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4.6
251 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Stereotaxic surgeries $4750 - $6450
Vagus nerve stimulation $18500
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery $23000
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Naci Karacaoglan
Plastic surgeon
31 years of experience
4.5
457 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Mega University Hospital

Naci Karacaoglan

Plastic surgeon
31 years of experience
Dr. Naci Karacaoglan is a highly experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over 30 years of experience. He specializes in a wide range of procedures such as hair transplants, liposuction, vaginoplasty, otoplasty, rhinoplasty, and facelift surgery. He has been recognized as one of the top plastic surgeons in Turkey and has received an award from the Ministry of Health of Turkey as a 'cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery expert'. He is also a member of several international societies including the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.Read more
4.5
457 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Surgical treatment of epilepsy $15000 - $25000
Brain tumor removal $16000 - $17000
Gamma Knife $6000
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Find out about the best doctors here

20 top ranked Neurosurgery doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Nejat Akalan
Neurosurgeon
36 years of experience
4.5
457 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Mega University Hospital

Nejat Akalan

Neurosurgeon
36 years of experience

Dr. Nejat Akalan is a leading neurosurgeon specializing in brain and nerve surgeries, with over 35 years of experience. His areas of expertise include epilepsy, glioma, skull injuries, movement disorders, spine tumors, herniations, and other nervous disorders. He uses advanced techniques in his surgeries and has published 117 scientific papers and a book.

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4.5
457 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Surgical treatment of epilepsy $15000 - $25000
Brain tumor removal $16000 - $17000
Gamma Knife $6000
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Akin Akakin
Neurosurgeon
24 years of experience
4.2
45 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
NP Istanbul Brain Hospital

Akin Akakin

Neurosurgeon
24 years of experience
Dr. Akin Akakin is a highly experienced Neurosurgeon in Istanbul, Turkey with over 20+ years of experience and expertise in a variety of areas including Far lateral disc surgery, Neurovascular surgery, Cerebrovascular diseases, Aneurysms, and more. He has a Doctorate Program from Florida University Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy, as well as published articles in conferences and journals.Read more
Jumana Baryhe
General practitioner
10 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Aesthetical Clinic

Jumana Baryhe

General practitioner
10 years of experience
Dr. Jumana Baryhe is a highly regarded medical professional with wide-ranging expertise in various procedures such as Botox injections, Non-Surgical nose correction, Hair transplant, Beard transplant, FUE hair transplant, Brow lift, Lip Implant, Eyebrow transplantation, Laser vaginal rejuvenation, Hair mesotherapy, DHI hair transplantation, among others. She is recognized for her commitment and personalized approach to patient care.Read more
Umut Dogu Akturk
Neurosurgeon
16 years of experience
4.2
31 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Emsey Hospital

Umut Dogu Akturk

Neurosurgeon
16 years of experience

Dr. X has 10 years of experience in Neurosurgery at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Diskapi Yildirim Beyazit Training and Research Hospital Neurology Clinic, Yozgat City Hospital, Private Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital, and Emsey Hospital.

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Mustafa Bozbuga
Neurosurgeon
33 years of experience
4.2
45 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
NP Istanbul Brain Hospital

Mustafa Bozbuga

Neurosurgeon
33 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Mustafa BOZBUGA is an experienced Neurosurgeon with 30+ years of experience in Skull Base Surgery, Neuro-oncology, Neurovascular Surgery, Spine, and Spinal Cord Surgery. He is a Professor at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital and holds a degree from Istanbul University Istanbul Medical School. He has published several scientific papers in international and national journals as well as presented at conferences.Read more
Serdar Kahraman
Neurosurgeon
35 years of experience
4.5
213 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Liv Hospital Ulus

Serdar Kahraman

Neurosurgeon
35 years of experience

accreditations:

The Turkish Neurosurgical Society
The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Dr. Serdar Kahraman is a highly experienced neurosurgeon with 30 years of practice and is head of the Neurosurgery Department at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in brain and nerve surgery, spinal surgery, neuroendoscopy and spinal endoscopic surgery. He has an impressive list of certificates and is a member of several prestigious organizations.

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Orkun Koban
Neurosurgeon
19 years of experience
4.6
17 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital

Orkun Koban

Neurosurgeon
19 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Orkun Koban is a Neurology & Neurosurgery specialist with over 16 years of experience, specializing in spine surgery and the treatment of head and neck tumors. His areas of expertise also include endoscopic spine surgery, advanced age spinal diseases, scoliosis, and tumor diseases.Read more
Kamran Aghayev
Neurosurgeon
23 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Dr. Kamran Aghayev's Private Practice

Kamran Aghayev

Neurosurgeon
23 years of experience
Dr. Kamran Aghayev is a renowned neurosurgeon with over 23 years of experience, specializing in complex brain and spine procedures. He has performed over 5,000 successful surgeries and holds multiple US patents for inventions related to spinal surgery. He has developed unique surgical techniques and published over 50 scientific papers.Read more
Tamer Tekin
Neurosurgeon
17 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Dr. Tamer Tekin Practice in Göztepe City Hospital

Tamer Tekin

Neurosurgeon
17 years of experience
I am a Neurosurgeon who graduated from Gülhane Military Medicine Faculty in 1999. I have a special interest in spinal trauma, degenerative spinal diseases, minimally invasive spine surgery, laser discectomy, spinal injections, kyphoplasty, disc replacement, spine reconstruction, spine tumours and spine infections. In my free time, I enjoy running, cycling, reading history, and spending time with my family.Read more
Bekir Tugcu
Neurosurgeon
31 years of experience
4.9
18 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Bekir Tugcu

Neurosurgeon
31 years of experience

accreditations:

Turkish medical association
Dr. Bekir Tugcu is a specialist in brain and nerve surgery with a career starting in 1993 and achieving professorship in neurosurgery in 2020. He has expertise in various areas including general neurosurgery, epilepsy and Parkinson's surgery, and neurovascular surgery. He also provides deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery.Read more
Onur Yaman
Neurosurgeon
15 years of experience
4.6
91 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

Onur Yaman

Neurosurgeon
15 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman is a specialist in Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Spine Surgery with 25 years of experience. He has been recognized with several awards for his contributions to the field, holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate, and has authored numerous scientific articles and book chapters. He is a member of various professional organizations and has founded both national and international spine study groups. He is experienced in a range of spine-related procedures.Read more
Melih Bozkurt
Neurosurgeon
23 years of experience
4.6
91 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

Melih Bozkurt

Neurosurgeon
23 years of experience

2021 - Halen, İstanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHÇELİEVLER HASTANESİ

Nöroşirurji Uzmanı

2009 - 2014, Ankara/Türkiye

ANKARA ÜNİVERSİTESİ TIP FAKÜLTESİ

Nöroşirurji Uzmanı

2008 - 2009, Konya /Türkiye

KONYA ASKER HASTANESİ

325.Dönem Tabip Asteğmen

2007 - 2008, Ağrı/Türkiye

DOĞUBAYAZIT DEVLET HASTANESİ

Nöroşirurji Uzmanı(Mecburi Hizmet)

2006 - 2007, Ankara/Türkiye

ANKARA ÜNİVERSİTESİ TIP FAKÜLTESİ

Nöroşirurji Uzmanı

2001 - 2006, Ankara/Türkiye

ANKARA ÜNİVERSİTESİ TIP FAKÜLTESİ

Nöroşirurji Asistan Doktor

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Mustafa Kilic
Neurosurgeon
17 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Dr. Mustafa Kılıç Clinic

Mustafa Kilic

Neurosurgeon
17 years of experience
Dr. Mustafa Kilic is a neurosurgeon with a specialization in neuromodulation treatments such as Deep Brain Stimulation, Spinal Cord Stimulation, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation. He is known for his comprehensive approach to patient care, from pre-surgery preparations to post-surgery adjustments. He is also an Associate Professor at Istinye University.Read more
Ozgur Aksan
Neurosurgeon
23 years of experience
Turkey, İzmir
Dr Özgür Akşan - Health Türkiye

Ozgur Aksan

Neurosurgeon
23 years of experience

Op.Dr. Özgür AKŞAN 

Neurosurgeon 

Dr Akşan has completed his residency on 2007 at Neurosurgery Department of 9 Eylul University Medical Faculty. Following that, he got assigned to Muş State Hospital to complete his compulsory medical service, where he served as deputy chief physician, managed intensive care units and performed a wide range of operations including microsurgical discectomy for both spinal disc herniation and cervical disc herniation as well as laser nucleoplasty discectomy for spinal disc herniation.After completing his compulsory service, he worked at Eskişehir Air Force Hospital's Neurosurgery Department for another year. Dr Özgür also worked at Izmir Tınaztepe Hospital between 2010-2016. He currently works at his own clinic in Alsancak/Izmir. 

Articles Published at International Journals: 

1. Postoperative lumbosacral instability: Proposal of a new classification based on etiology. Sait Naderi, Ozgür AKSAN, Süleyman Men, Levent Firat, Tansu Mertol, M. Nuri Arda. World Spine Journal 2: 16-21, 2007 

2. Difference between generic and Multiple Sclerosis-specific quality of life instruments regarding the assessment of treatment efficacy.Ozakbas S, Akdede BB, Kösehasanogullari C, AKSAN O, Idiman E. Journal Of The Neurological Science 5/2007; 256/1 -2/30-34/2007 

Articles Published at National Journals

1. Odontoid fractures: Sait Naderi, Özgür AKSAN, Feridun Acar, Tansu Mertol, Nuri Arda: Turkish Neurosurgery 16: 81-84, 2006 

2. Pediatrik Kafa Travmalan, Ozkara E, Yuceer N, AKSAN O, Arda MN, Inarucl MA., Adli Bilimler Dergisi Turkish Journal of Forensic Sciences, 9 (1): 7-12 (2010). 

Papers Presented at International Congresses: 

1. 1. Difference betweengeneric and MS- spesific quality of life instruments regarding the assessment of treatment efficacy. Özakba9 S, Akdede B, AKSAN Q Karahasanogullarl C, Uzunel F, idiman E. 20th Congress Of European Commitee for Treatment and Research in Multipl Sclerosis. October 6-10, 2004. Austria 2. Postlaminectomy lumbosacral instability. Sait Naderi, Özgür AKSAN, Levent Firat, Tansu Mertol, Nuri Arda.7th International Congress on Spine. April 14-17, 2005, Hotel Pine beach City, Belek, Antalya 

3. Pediatric Cranial Traumas. Erdem Özkara, Nurullah Yüceer, Özgür AKSAN, Mehmet Nuri Arda, M Akif inanici. Fifth Congress Of The Balkan Academy Of Forensic Sciences. 3-7 June 2007, Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia 

4. A rare cause of Sl radiculopathy: perineural (Tarlov) cyst: Ozgür AKSAN, Nail Ozdemir, Hakan Sinan Yllmaz. 14th European Congress of Neurosurgery (EANS 2011) Rome, Italy. October 9 — 14, 2011. 

MEDICAL SPECIALITIES 

Hernia Discectomy 

Lomber Narrow Canal (Spinal Stenosis) Treatment 

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Treatment 

Cerebral Hemorrhage Treatment 

Brain Tumour Treatment 

Cervical Stenosis Treatment 

Chiari Malformation Treatment 

Hydrochepalia Treatment 

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment 

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Treatment Spinal Fracture Treatment 

Psuedotumour Cerebri Treatment 

Spine and Spinal Cord Tumour Treatments 

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