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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac

A neurosurgeon is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the nervous system, including the brain, peripheral nerves, spinal cord, and spine. Neurosurgeons offer non-operative as well as surgical treatment to patients. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac treats:

  • Brain Tumor
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Cerebral Edema
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Stroke
  • Paget'S Disease
  • Aneurysm
  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Chronic Depression
  • Ependymomas
  • Congenital Spine Disorders
  • Meningiomas
  • Fractured Vertebra
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Meningioma
  • Brain Infection
  • Traumatic Head Injury
  • Disc Disease
  • Tourette's Syndrome
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Vertebral Osteoporosis
  • Disc Herniation
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Glioma
  • Csf Obstruction
  • Scoliosis
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Disc Bulge
  • Astrocytoma
  • Brain Abscess
  • Disc Dessication
  • Spinal Tumor
  • Slip Disc
  • Herniated Disc
  • Disc Pain
  • Epilepsy
  • Vertebral Tumors
  • Brain Tumor - Glioblastoma
  • Tremors
  • Vertebral Hemangioma
  • Dystonia
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Arteriovenous Malformation
  • Dementia
  • Vertebral Compression Fractures
  • High Intracranial Pressure
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Brain Cancers
  • Achondroplasia
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Spinal Arthritis

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac

In case your body shows any of the below-given symptoms, go and see a neurosurgeon who will help diagnose the underlying conditions. Some conditions may be mild while others may require immediate attention. Proper diagnosis on time can prevent serious conditions.

  • “Pins and needles” feeling in your legs, toes or feet
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Seizures
  • Drowsiness
  • Pain that worsens with movement; loss of movement
  • Inability to maintain normal posture due to stiffness and/or pain
  • Unusually large head size
  • Stiffness in the low back area
  • Memory problems
  • restricting range of motion
  • Rapidly increasing head circumference
  • Numbness or weakness in your lower back, buttock, leg or feet
  • Muscle spasms either with activity or at rest
  • Downward deviation of eyes or sunset sign
  • Bulging and tense fontanelle or soft spot
  • Moderate to severe pain in lower back, buttock and down your leg
  • Prominent scalp veins
  • Headaches, which may be severe and worsen with activity or in the early morning
  • Fatigue
  • Sleep problems

Neurologic symptoms are generally caused by a disorder that affects the nervous system and could vary greatly as the nervous system controls many various body functions. Symptoms can be all forms of pain and can involve muscle function, the special senses, sleep, awareness, and mental function.

Operating Hours of Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac

If you wish to see Dr Ahmet Ozdilmac in his clinic/hospital, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday. Although the doctor is mostly available during operating hours, you should check with the doctor for his availability and then visit his clinic/hospital.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac

With several years of experience and deep knowledge, Dr Ahmet Ozdilmac has successfully performed a wide range of surgeries. Some of the popular procedures performed by the specialists include::

  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Craniotomy
  • Brain Tumour Treatment

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac has specialized in the surgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system. The doctor works with a team of highly experienced physicians and can handle even the most complex with quite an ease. The neurosurgeon follows all medical protocols to ensure patient safety.

Qualification

  • Istanbul Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Brain and Nerve Surgery Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine

Past Experiences

  • Acibadem Healthcare Group
  • Bingol State Hospital (State Service Obligation) Department of Neurosurgery,
  • Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Isolated posterior spinal artery causing aneurysm intracranial acute subarachnoidal hemorrhage.
  • Multiple intracranial hydatid cysts in a boy.
  • A Prospective Study of Interbody Fat Graft Application with the Anterior Contralate Cervical Microdiscectomy to Preserve Segmental Mobility.

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PROCEDURES

  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Craniotomy
  • Deep Brain Stimulation

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac have?
Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac have?
Dr. Ahmet Ozdilmac is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 5+ Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

Neurosurgeons provide surgical treatment for the conditions of the brain and spine. They are considered some of the highly experienced and trained specialists in medicine and are involved in consulting with other doctors about various cases. Neurosurgeons treat people with a range of neurological issues, such as lower back pain, brain tumor, carpal tunnel syndrome, and peripheral nervous system disorders. Neurosurgeons work both in private and public hospitals. They also see patients in a clinic or surgery. They work closely with specialists and health professionals as part of a medical team, such as a critical care team or a hospital stroke team.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurosurgeon

You have to undergo one or more diagnostic tests before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon. The result of the tests will help the doctor determine the root cause of the disease and plan the treatment accordingly. A neurological exam or a neuro exam is the evaluation of an individual’s nervous system to know how well it is functioning and find out an underlying condition. A neurological exam may include:

  • Blood Tests
  • CT Brain
  • Spinal MRI
  • MRI Brain
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Nerve conduction velocity studies/electromyography
  • Physical Exam
  • Myelogram
  • Spinal X-ray
  • Neurological exam

Some of the diagnostic tests required before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon are::

  1. Cerebral Angiogram
  2. CT Myelogram
  3. CT Scans
  4. Lumbar Puncture
  5. MRI Scans
  6. X-ray Imaging
  7. Electroencephalogram
  8. Electromyogram
  9. Spinal tap CT
When should you go to see a neurosurgeon?

Here are some of the common signs that you must seek the medical assistance of a neurosurgeon:

  1. Numbness and pain
  2. Weak grip
  3. Persistent headache/migraine
  4. Impaired movement
  5. Seizures
  6. Balance issues

Neurosurgeons help in the diagnosis and treatment of the conditions of the nervous system. They are mostly involved in complicated surgery of the brain. They offer surgical treatment for the conditions affecting any part of the body, caused mainly due to nerve issues.