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About Dr. Akin Akakin

  • Dr. Akin Akakin is a well-experienced neurosurgeon who has been practicing for more than 24 years.
  • He is also a graduated person and he finished his education in the year 2008 from the Department of Brain and Nerve Surgery, Marmara University Medical Faculty. In the same year 2006 he received the ‘Brain Research Award’ from the Turkish Brain Research Society.
  • Dr. He has been honored and awarded many times, those awards being: Synthes Neurosurgery Fellow of UF Florida (2010), SSCD Association Award for the Best 15 Papers (2010), Academia Euroasia Neurochirurgica Academy Award (Mumbai, India, 2011).
  • Dr. Akakin continued with training, completing a Fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy at Florida University in 2009.
  • He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society and Dr Khakimov has provided a sub-speciality of Brain and Spine for the last 10 years. He also extends Tele Consultation services to clients and patients both local and international.

Conditions treated by Dr. Akin Akakin

  • Epilepsy
  • Glioblastoma (brain tumor)
  • Meningiomas
  • Huntington’s disease
  • Brain tumor
  • Brain infection
  • High intracranial pressure
  • Arteriovenous malformation
  • Dementia
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Congenital malformations of the spine
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Disc herniation
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Vertebral fracture
  • Vertebral hemangioma
  • Spine tumor
  • Vertebral Osteoporosis
  • Vertebral Tumors
  • Vertebral canal stenosis
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal cord tumor
  • Meningiomas
  • Pituitary adenoma
  • Tourette’s syndrome
  • Achondroplasia
  • Nerve entrapment
  • Other conditions and diseases:
  • Paget’s disease
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Head Injuries

Area of Interest

  • Gamma Knife RadioSurgery
  • Brain Tumor Resection
  • Memory Disorders
  • Functional Neuroimaging
  • Epilepsy
  • Electroencephalography (EEG)
  • Headaches
  • Sleep Disorders

Qualification

  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Brain and Nerve Surgery - Specialization
  • Florida University Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy Doctorate Program - International Education

Work Experiences

  • Assistant Professor - Bahce Sehi?r University Faculty of Medicine Surgical Medical Sciences Department of Brain And Nerve Surgery), 2014
  • Consultant - Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Education Research Hospital, Brain And Nerve Surgery Clinic), 2010-2012
  • Consultant - Diyarbakir Training and Research Hospital, Brain and Nerve Surgery Department, 2009-2010
  • Research Assistant - Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Surgical Medical Sciences, Department of Brain And Nerve Surgery, 2002-2008
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CERTIFICATIONS (4)

  • Turkish Brain Research Society: "Brain Research Award" "Examination of angiogenic potential differences of AVM tissue in corneal angiogenesis model of rat, In human AVM tissue alone and human AVM treated with gamma-knife ", 2006 Synthes Neurosurgery Fellow of UF Florida 2010
  • SSCD Association award for Best 15 Papers 2010
  • Academia Euroasia Neurochirurgica Academy Award, Mumbai, India, 2011
  • FSM Hospital Academy Award 2011

MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Neurosurgery Society of Turkey

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Konya D., Dagcinar A., Akakin A., et al. Symptoms causing cervical meningocele in adulthood: a case report and literature review, Journal of Spinal Diseases and Techniques, 2006.
  • Gerchek A., Konya D., Akakin A., et al. Deep vein thrombosis in the early postoperative period after extensive spinal surgery: a clinical case, Internet Journal of Neurosurgery, 2006.
  • Kilic T., Akakin A. Anatomy of cerebral veins and sinuses, Frontiers in Neurology and Neuroscience.

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PROCEDURES

  • ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy
  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
  • Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
  • Cerebral Angiogram
  • Cerebral Angioplasty
  • Cerebral Dorsal Rhizotomy
  • Cervical Corpectomy
  • Cervical Decompression
  • Cervical Fusion
  • Craniotomy
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • External Ventricular Drainage
  • Spinal Decompression and Fixation

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Is Dr. Akin Akakin doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

A. Dr. Akin Akakin is available to teleconsultate on the MediGence platform.

Q: How long is the consultation?

A. The consultation can last 15 to 30 minutes. Depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions, it may exceed the estimated time.

Q: How soon can the consultation be organized?

A. Our panel of doctors includes Medical specialists and board-certified doctors. The consultation will be organized within 24 to 48 hours or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

Q: Is follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

A. No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will need to rebook the consultation.

Q: How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

A. The option to share your medical records is available at the end of the form provided on the website.

Q: Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

A. Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can proceed with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.

Q: Can we get the estimate for the procedure?

A. Yes. Our case manager will provide you with a cost estimate that includes the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about traveling to your medical destination.

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 in different settings like private clinics and public or private hospitals. They often collaborate with other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery. They also evaluate the condition of the patient before performing surgery in order to find the complications of the surgery, if any.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurosurgeon

A neurosurgeon will recommend you one or more diagnostic tests before and during consultation in order to find out the case of the condition and start the right treatment. A neurological examination is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

The below-listed are some of the diagnostic tests recommended by a neurosurgeon to diagnose a condition of the nervous system::

  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?

If you show the below symptoms, consult a neurosurgeon who will diagnose the condition and suggest the right treatment.

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

Neurosurgeons perform complicated operations on the brain. Also, they deal with the whole nervous system and treat all the body parts that are affected by nerve issues. Typically, a neurosurgeon will diagnose patients' symptoms and come up with minimally invasive treatment plans.

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