Best Neurologists & Neurosurgeons in Turkey

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Prof. Dr. Nejat Akalan

Prof. Dr. Nejat Akalan

Neurosurgeon
Istanbul, Turkey
36+ years of experience
Chairman
4.8 (124 Ratings)
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  • Prof. Dr. Nejat Akalan is a neurosurgeon with more than 31 years of experience. 
  • He is a leading neurosurgeon for general neurosurgery and epilepsy operation in children.
  • Dr. Akalan has expertise in treating glioma, epilepsy, movement disorders, skull injuries, nervous disorders, spine tumors, herniation, and other brain and spine problems. 
  • Dr. Akalan has published 117 scientific papers in international and national editions. 
  • He co-authors the book ‘Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery.
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  • Prof. Dr. Nejat Akalan is a neurosurgeon with more than 31 years of experience. 
  • He is a leading neurosurgeon for general neurosurgery and epilepsy operation in children.
  • Dr. Akalan has expertise in treating glioma, epilepsy, movement disorders, skull injuries, nervous disorders, spine tumors, herniation, and other brain and spine problems. 
  • Dr. Akalan has published 117 scientific papers in international and national editions. 
  • He co-authors the book ‘Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery.
Dr. Orkun Koban

Dr. Orkun Koban

Neurosurgeon
Istanbul, Turkey
14+ years of experience
Professor
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  • Dr. Orkun Koban is a neurosurgeon with 10+ years of experience.
  • His areas of interest include Pain Treatments (Algology), Endoscopic Spine Surgery, Advanced Age Spinal Diseases (Narrow canal, Waist shift, Fractures), Scoliosis, Tumor Diseases (Brain and Spine) and more.
  • He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa in 2004, started specialty training in cardiovascular surgery from Istanbul Dr. Siyami Ersek EA Hospital, neurosurgery training from Istanbul Haseki Training and Research Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic in 2013,
  • He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, TND Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group, Turkish Spine Association and Neurooncology Association.
  • Dr. Orkun has participated in various courses, including advanced spine surgery, Osteotomy, spine biomechanics, lumbar degenerative spine, spine deformity, skull base surgery, vascular lesions and more.
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  • Dr. Orkun Koban is a neurosurgeon with 10+ years of experience.
  • His areas of interest include Pain Treatments (Algology), Endoscopic Spine Surgery, Advanced Age Spinal Diseases (Narrow canal, Waist shift, Fractures), Scoliosis, Tumor Diseases (Brain and Spine) and more.
  • He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa in 2004, started specialty training in cardiovascular surgery from Istanbul Dr. Siyami Ersek EA Hospital, neurosurgery training from Istanbul Haseki Training and Research Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic in 2013,
  • He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, TND Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group, Turkish Spine Association and Neurooncology Association.
  • Dr. Orkun has participated in various courses, including advanced spine surgery, Osteotomy, spine biomechanics, lumbar degenerative spine, spine deformity, skull base surgery, vascular lesions and more.
Dr. Cenk Ermol

Dr. Cenk Ermol

Neurosurgeon
Istanbul, Turkey
16+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Dr. Cenk Ermol is a reputed Neurosurgeon with experience of more than 11 years.
  • He is adept in doing Brain and Nerve Surgery, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Paediatric Neurosurgery and Interventional Endoscopic Spine Surgery, etc.
  • He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Paediatric Neurosurgery Group.
  • He has completed Medical Doctor Education from the Mediterranean University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul in 1999. Thereafter, he undertook training, that includes - European Association of Neurosurgical Societies Epilepsy and Head Trauma Training - Czech Republic, 2005, and Association of European Neurosurgical Societies Spine and Peripheral Nerve Training - Luxembourg, 2006. Then, he did Postgraduation in Brain and Nerve Surgery from the Mediterranean University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul in 2008. Later, he did Minimal Invasive Spine Surgery Percutaneous Lumbar Discectomy Training, 2012 and Interventional Endoscopic Spine Surgery Epuduroscopy Training - Italy, 2015
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  • Dr. Cenk Ermol is a reputed Neurosurgeon with experience of more than 11 years.
  • He is adept in doing Brain and Nerve Surgery, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Paediatric Neurosurgery and Interventional Endoscopic Spine Surgery, etc.
  • He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Paediatric Neurosurgery Group.
  • He has completed Medical Doctor Education from the Mediterranean University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul in 1999. Thereafter, he undertook training, that includes - European Association of Neurosurgical Societies Epilepsy and Head Trauma Training - Czech Republic, 2005, and Association of European Neurosurgical Societies Spine and Peripheral Nerve Training - Luxembourg, 2006. Then, he did Postgraduation in Brain and Nerve Surgery from the Mediterranean University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul in 2008. Later, he did Minimal Invasive Spine Surgery Percutaneous Lumbar Discectomy Training, 2012 and Interventional Endoscopic Spine Surgery Epuduroscopy Training - Italy, 2015
Prof. Savas Ceylan

Prof. Savas Ceylan

Neurosurgeon
Istanbul, Turkey
43+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Prof. Savas Ceylan is a well-known Neurosurgeon in Turkey.
  • With a tremendous 43 years of experience in Brain and Nerve Surgery, he specializes in Brain Tumor Surgery, Skull Base Surgery, and Spinal Surgeries.
  • He completed his MBBS from the Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University in 1981.
  • After that, he pursued an MD from the Faculty of Medicine Specialization at Karadeniz Technical University in 1987.
  • Prof. Ceylan also received prestigious awards, like the Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award, 2016, and the Kocaeli University Scientific Publication Award, Certificate of Appreciation, 2011.
  • He is a member of reputed organizations such as the WFNS Skull Base Committee, Academia Eurasiana Neurochirurgica, Nervous System Surgery Association, and Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
  • He has also served as an Asst. Assoc. Dr. and Assoc. Prof. Dr. at the  Faculty of Medicine, Karadeniz Technical University.
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  • Prof. Savas Ceylan is a well-known Neurosurgeon in Turkey.
  • With a tremendous 43 years of experience in Brain and Nerve Surgery, he specializes in Brain Tumor Surgery, Skull Base Surgery, and Spinal Surgeries.
  • He completed his MBBS from the Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University in 1981.
  • After that, he pursued an MD from the Faculty of Medicine Specialization at Karadeniz Technical University in 1987.
  • Prof. Ceylan also received prestigious awards, like the Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award, 2016, and the Kocaeli University Scientific Publication Award, Certificate of Appreciation, 2011.
  • He is a member of reputed organizations such as the WFNS Skull Base Committee, Academia Eurasiana Neurochirurgica, Nervous System Surgery Association, and Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
  • He has also served as an Asst. Assoc. Dr. and Assoc. Prof. Dr. at the  Faculty of Medicine, Karadeniz Technical University.

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Dr. Burak Orhan

Dr. Burak Orhan

Neurosurgeon
Istanbul, Turkey
21+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Dr. Burak Orhan is an eminent Neurosurgeon, practicing  for more than 20 years.
  • His area of expertise is Spine Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, and Brain and Spinal Cord Tumor Surgery.
  • Dr. Burak completed his graduation from the Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 1997. After this, he completed his specialized training in Neurosurgery at the same institute in 2002.
  • He is also associated with organizations like the Turkish Society of Hematology, the Hematology Specialization Association, and the European Society of Hematology.
  • He published research articles in well-reputed National and International journals.
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  • Dr. Burak Orhan is an eminent Neurosurgeon, practicing  for more than 20 years.
  • His area of expertise is Spine Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, and Brain and Spinal Cord Tumor Surgery.
  • Dr. Burak completed his graduation from the Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 1997. After this, he completed his specialized training in Neurosurgery at the same institute in 2002.
  • He is also associated with organizations like the Turkish Society of Hematology, the Hematology Specialization Association, and the European Society of Hematology.
  • He published research articles in well-reputed National and International journals.
Dr. Turker Kilic

Dr. Turker Kilic

Neurologist
Istanbul, Turkey
31+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
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  • Dr. Turker Kilic is a prominent Neurologist with over 30 years of practice and experience.
  • Ependymoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Brain Cyst, Edema of the Brain, Brain Injury and Epilepsy are the treatments he provides. 
  • He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the European Academy of Science and Arts, the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, the
    Neurosurgical Society of America and the European Neurosurgical Society.
  • Dr. Turker Kilic gained his MBBS (1991) from Hacettepe University. 
  • He completed his PhD (2000) at Marmara University.
  • Dr. Turker Kilic is the author of several publications and articles.

 

 

 

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  • Dr. Turker Kilic is a prominent Neurologist with over 30 years of practice and experience.
  • Ependymoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Brain Cyst, Edema of the Brain, Brain Injury and Epilepsy are the treatments he provides. 
  • He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the European Academy of Science and Arts, the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, the
    Neurosurgical Society of America and the European Neurosurgical Society.
  • Dr. Turker Kilic gained his MBBS (1991) from Hacettepe University. 
  • He completed his PhD (2000) at Marmara University.
  • Dr. Turker Kilic is the author of several publications and articles.

 

 

 

Dr.Ilya Pekarsky

Dr.Ilya Pekarsky

Neurosurgeon
Istanbul, Turkey
25+ years of experience
Consultant
5.0 (12 Ratings)
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  • Dr.Ilya Pekarsky is amongst the top-rated Neurosurgeons in the world. 
  • He is currently working with the Medical Park Healthcare group. 
  • Dr.Ilya Pekarsky completed his graduation from the Russian National Research Medical University and upgraded his further qualification from prestigious institutions in the USA, Switzerland, France, Italy, and Austria. 
  • His expertise lies in surgical and nonsurgical treatment of herniated discs, scoliosis, disc space narrowing, and neurosurgical rehabilitation.
  • He performs around 60 surgeries every month. 
  • He is an active member of various organizations including the Israeli Orthopedic Association (IOA), Israeli Spine Society, and Spine Society of Europe.
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  • Dr.Ilya Pekarsky is amongst the top-rated Neurosurgeons in the world. 
  • He is currently working with the Medical Park Healthcare group. 
  • Dr.Ilya Pekarsky completed his graduation from the Russian National Research Medical University and upgraded his further qualification from prestigious institutions in the USA, Switzerland, France, Italy, and Austria. 
  • His expertise lies in surgical and nonsurgical treatment of herniated discs, scoliosis, disc space narrowing, and neurosurgical rehabilitation.
  • He performs around 60 surgeries every month. 
  • He is an active member of various organizations including the Israeli Orthopedic Association (IOA), Israeli Spine Society, and Spine Society of Europe.
Dr. Ali Fahir Ozer

Dr. Ali Fahir Ozer

Neurosurgeon
Istanbul, Turkey
42+ years of experience
HOD
5.0 (12 Ratings)
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  • Dr. Ali Fahir Ozer is a renowned Neurosurgeon practicing successfully for more than 37 years.
  • He is adept at performing Brain and Spine Surgery.
  • His area of specialization covers biomechanics of the spine and dynamic stabilization of the spine.
  • He has taken the patent of spinal products used in spinal surgery.
  • He is a member of numerous prestigious associations that include Eurospine, North American Spine Society, AO Spine, Turkish Neurosurgical Society, International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery (ISAS), International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery–Turkey Chapter, Cervical Research Society (CRS), The International Society for Minimal Intervention in Spinal Surgery (ISMISS), and Middle East Spine Society (MESS) etc.
  • The doctor has been involved in research and has authored or co‐authored over 200 papers and written 24 book chapters.
  • He is also the editor of 7 books and a referee at Spine Journal, World Neurosurgery, Turkish Neurosurgery and Case Reports in Orthopaedics.
  • He has completed Medical Doctor Training from Ataturk University, 1969-1976. Thereafter, he pursued Neurosurgery Specialist Training from Hacettepe University Department of Neurosurgery, 1977-1982.
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  • Dr. Ali Fahir Ozer is a renowned Neurosurgeon practicing successfully for more than 37 years.
  • He is adept at performing Brain and Spine Surgery.
  • His area of specialization covers biomechanics of the spine and dynamic stabilization of the spine.
  • He has taken the patent of spinal products used in spinal surgery.
  • He is a member of numerous prestigious associations that include Eurospine, North American Spine Society, AO Spine, Turkish Neurosurgical Society, International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery (ISAS), International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery–Turkey Chapter, Cervical Research Society (CRS), The International Society for Minimal Intervention in Spinal Surgery (ISMISS), and Middle East Spine Society (MESS) etc.
  • The doctor has been involved in research and has authored or co‐authored over 200 papers and written 24 book chapters.
  • He is also the editor of 7 books and a referee at Spine Journal, World Neurosurgery, Turkish Neurosurgery and Case Reports in Orthopaedics.
  • He has completed Medical Doctor Training from Ataturk University, 1969-1976. Thereafter, he pursued Neurosurgery Specialist Training from Hacettepe University Department of Neurosurgery, 1977-1982.
Prof. Sevin BALKAN

Prof. Sevin BALKAN

Neurologist
Istanbul, Turkey
50+ years of experience
Associate Professor
4.3 (21 Ratings)
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  • Prof. Sevin BALKAN is a well-known Neurologist at Memorial Antalya Hospital.
  • She has more than 46 years of experience in managing and treating several neurological disorders. 
  • She completed her medical training from HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY in 1974 followed by 'Neurology Specialisation Training' from HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY in 1978. 
  • In 1984, she completed her 'Associate Professor' studies and became a 'Professor' in 1991. 
  • She is an active member of the Turkish Neurology Association, Cerebrovascular Diseases Association, and ENS (European Neurological Society). 
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  • Prof. Sevin BALKAN is a well-known Neurologist at Memorial Antalya Hospital.
  • She has more than 46 years of experience in managing and treating several neurological disorders. 
  • She completed her medical training from HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY in 1974 followed by 'Neurology Specialisation Training' from HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY in 1978. 
  • In 1984, she completed her 'Associate Professor' studies and became a 'Professor' in 1991. 
  • She is an active member of the Turkish Neurology Association, Cerebrovascular Diseases Association, and ENS (European Neurological Society). 
Prof. Dr. Zeki Şekerci

Prof. Dr. Zeki Şekerci

Neurosurgeon
Istanbul, Turkey
37+ years of experience
Professor
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  • Prof. Dr. Zeki Şekerci is a prominent neurosurgeon and has an experience of more than 33 years in this particular area.
  • He is a well-known neurosurgeon as he has expertise in EEG (Electroencephalography), discectomy, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Waist Shift, Foot Pain, Gullian Barre Syndrome, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Spine Fracture, Brachial Plexus, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
  • He also provides therapies for the neck hernia without surgery, the Epiduroskop, herniated disc without surgery, Neck hernia surgery, and microdiscectomy.
  • He has also written 3 book chapters and participated in various symposiums.
  • He has various publications in international and national journals.
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  • Prof. Dr. Zeki Şekerci is a prominent neurosurgeon and has an experience of more than 33 years in this particular area.
  • He is a well-known neurosurgeon as he has expertise in EEG (Electroencephalography), discectomy, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Waist Shift, Foot Pain, Gullian Barre Syndrome, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Spine Fracture, Brachial Plexus, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
  • He also provides therapies for the neck hernia without surgery, the Epiduroskop, herniated disc without surgery, Neck hernia surgery, and microdiscectomy.
  • He has also written 3 book chapters and participated in various symposiums.
  • He has various publications in international and national journals.
Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman

Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman

Neurosurgeon
Istanbul, Turkey
29+ years of experience
Associate Professor
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  • Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman is a well-known Neurosurgeon with more than 25 years of experience. 
  • He is currently associated with Memorial Healthcare Group, Istanbul. 
  • After completing his Medical-Vocational Training from EGE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY in 2001, he completed his 'Specialist Training' from CELAL BAYAR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY in 2009. 
  • He earned the title of 'Associate Professor' in 2015. 
  • He has several papers and publications to his credit. 
  • He is associated with various organizations like the Turkish Neurosurgery Foundation, World Spinal Column Society, Turkish Spine Surgery Society, AO Spine, EuroSpine, Middle East Spine Society, and Scoliosis Research Society. 
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  • Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman is a well-known Neurosurgeon with more than 25 years of experience. 
  • He is currently associated with Memorial Healthcare Group, Istanbul. 
  • After completing his Medical-Vocational Training from EGE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY in 2001, he completed his 'Specialist Training' from CELAL BAYAR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY in 2009. 
  • He earned the title of 'Associate Professor' in 2015. 
  • He has several papers and publications to his credit. 
  • He is associated with various organizations like the Turkish Neurosurgery Foundation, World Spinal Column Society, Turkish Spine Surgery Society, AO Spine, EuroSpine, Middle East Spine Society, and Scoliosis Research Society. 
Prof. Feza DEYMEER

Prof. Feza DEYMEER

Neurologist
Istanbul, Turkey
40+ years of experience
Professor
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  • Prof. Feza DEYMEER is a well-known Neurologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital.
  • She has more than 36 years of experience in the field of Neurology.
  • After completing her medical education from ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY ISTANBUL MEDICAL FACULTY in 1977, she went to the United States to complete her 'Neurology Specialization Training' from MASSACHUSETTS UNIVERSITY, the USA in 1982.
  • She has achieved a fellowship in Epidemiology Majoring / Neuroepidemiology from HARVARD UNIVERSITY PUBLIC HEALTH FACULTY, the USA in 1984.
  • She has completed her Electroencephalography (EEG) Minor Specialist Education from MASSACHUSETTS UNIVERSITY, the USA in 1985 followed by Electromyography (EMG) Minor Specialist Education from LAHEY CLINIC MEDICAL CENTER, the USA in 1992. 
  • She has several papers and publications to her credit.
  • She has also attended various vocational education, training, and conferences. 
  • She has also been honored with Mediterranean Biology Association / Gaetano Conte Academy Award.
  • She is an active member of various organizations including the Istanbul Medical Chamber, Turkish Neurology Association, and the American Academy of Neurology.
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  • Prof. Feza DEYMEER is a well-known Neurologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital.
  • She has more than 36 years of experience in the field of Neurology.
  • After completing her medical education from ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY ISTANBUL MEDICAL FACULTY in 1977, she went to the United States to complete her 'Neurology Specialization Training' from MASSACHUSETTS UNIVERSITY, the USA in 1982.
  • She has achieved a fellowship in Epidemiology Majoring / Neuroepidemiology from HARVARD UNIVERSITY PUBLIC HEALTH FACULTY, the USA in 1984.
  • She has completed her Electroencephalography (EEG) Minor Specialist Education from MASSACHUSETTS UNIVERSITY, the USA in 1985 followed by Electromyography (EMG) Minor Specialist Education from LAHEY CLINIC MEDICAL CENTER, the USA in 1992. 
  • She has several papers and publications to her credit.
  • She has also attended various vocational education, training, and conferences. 
  • She has also been honored with Mediterranean Biology Association / Gaetano Conte Academy Award.
  • She is an active member of various organizations including the Istanbul Medical Chamber, Turkish Neurology Association, and the American Academy of Neurology.

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