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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Askin Seker

A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis as well as surgical treatment of conditions of the central and peripheral nervous system, such as congenital anomalies, infections of the brain or spine, stroke, trauma, tumors, vascular disorders, or degenerative diseases of the spine. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Askin Seker treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Askin Seker

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.

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

Neurological disorders can cause mixed symptoms, such as difficulties in moving, speaking, learning, swallowing, breathing. According to brain specialists, there are more than 600 neurologic diseases that cause mild to severe symptoms. Having a neurological disease could have a deep impact on the patient’s life. It is very important that a person should seek medical advice from a neurologist.

Operating Hours of Dr. Askin Seker

You can find Doctor Askin Seker in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available 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. Askin Seker

The popular procedures that Dr. Askin Seker performs are listed below:

  • Kyphoplasty
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Laminectomy
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Craniotomy
  • Spinal Fusion

Dr. Askin Seker specializes in the surgical treatment of neurological disorders and has operated on a large number of diseases. The neurosurgeon has developed an excellent team of physicians to handle even the most complex cases with minimal invasion and the highest safety. The team includes neurosurgeons and neuroradiologists who are regional experts in the surgical treatment of neurological diseases.

Qualification

  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, 1997
  • Marmara University Institute of Health Sciences, Microneurosurgery Doctorate, 2010
  • Marmara University, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul, Neurosurgery Specialist Training, 1997-2002

Past Experiences

  • Research Assistant (Assistant) Marmara University Medicine Faculty of Brain and Nerve Surgery, 1997-2002
  • Neurovascular Researcher (Fellow) Yale University, Faculty of Medicine Brain and Nerve Surgery, 2003-2004
  • Specialization Acıbadem Hospital Brain and Nerve Surgery Department, 2004-2007
  • Neuroanatomy Researcher (Fellow) Florida University Brain and Nerve Surgery, 2007-2008
  • Specialization Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Brain and Nerve Surgery, 2009-2010
  • Assistant Professor Faculty Member, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Brain and Nerve Surgery, 2010-2012
  • Ph.D. Marmara University Institute of Neurological Sciences Microneurosurgery Doctorate, 2010
  • Neuroanatomy Laboratory Marmara University, Institute of Neurological Sciences, 2009-2016
  • Marmara University Institute of Neurological Sciences Marmara University, 2011-2012
  • Institute of Neurological Sciences Gamma Knife Unit, 2012-2016
  • Presidency of the Surgery and Training Group Turkish Neurosurgery Association, 2012-2014
  • Associate Professor Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Brain and Nerve Surgery, 2012-2016
  • Member of the General Assembly Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Foundation, 2014-2016
  • Associate Professor Representation Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine Board of Directors, 2014-2016
  • Skull Base Surgery Association Board of Directors, 2015-2016
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CERTIFICATIONS (2)

  • Trainer Development Course - Marmara University Faculty of Medicine “Learning and Evaluation Course in Clinical Settings”, Istanbul
  • Trainer Development Course - Marmara University Faculty of Medicine "Basic Education Skills Course", Istanbul

MEMBERSHIPS (10)

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Neurosurgical Society
  • Nervous System Surgery Association
  • American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS)
  • Turkish Neurosurgical Society of Surgical Neuroanatomy Education and Training Group Member
  • Congress of Neurological Sciences (CNS)
  • The Movement Disorders Society
  • Turkish Neurology Association
  • Skull Base Surgery Society
  • International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

  • Ceylan D, Tatarli N, Seker A, Cavdar S, Kilic T. “Surgical Exposure Gained in an Extended Retrosigmoid Approach to the Cerebellopontine Angle Compared to the Traditional Retrosigmoid Approach.” Turk Neurosurg. 2015; 25 (5): 728-36. doi: 10.5137 / 1019-5149.JTN.11222-14.0.
  • Bayrakli F, Poyrazoglu HG, Yuksel S, Yakicier C, Erguner B, Sagiroglu MS, Yuceturk B, Ozer B, Doganay S, Tanrikulu B, Seker A, Akbulut F, Ozen A, Per H, Kumandas S, Altuner Torun Y, Bayri Y, Sakar M, Dagcinar A, Ziyal I. “Hereditary spastic paraplegia with recessive trait caused by mutation in KLC4 gene” J Hum Genet. 2015 Oct 1.doi: 10.1038 / jhg.2015.109
  • Tanrikulu B, Ozen A, Gunal DI, Turkdogan D, Bayrakli F, Bayri Y, Dagcinar A, Seker A, “Deep brain stimulation as a treatment for the dystonic storm in pantothenate kinase-associated neurodegeneration syndrome: a case report of a patient with homozygous C. 628 2 T> G mutation of the PANK2 gene ”, Acta Neurochir (Wien). 2015 Sep; 157 (9): 1513-6; discussion 1516-7. doi: 10.1007 / s00701-015-2514-5
  • Tanrikulu B, Hasanov T, Bozkurt SU, Seker A, “Sacral Pure Spinal Epidural Cavernoma Mimicking Schwannoma: Case Report”, Journal of Neurological Sciences (Turkish) 32: (2) # 44; 000-000, 2015
  • Ozdemir NG, Is M, Bozkurt SU, Kilic K, Seker A “Superior medullary velum: anatomical-histological study in the sheep brain and a preliminary tractographic study in the human brain” Turk Neurosurg. 2015; 25 (2): 246-51. doi: 10.5137 / 1019-5149

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PROCEDURES

  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Craniotomy
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Laminectomy
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Spinal Fusion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Askin Seker have?
Dr. Askin Seker is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Askin Seker offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Askin Seker have?
Dr. Askin Seker is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 23 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

Neurosurgeons, also known as brain surgeons, are doctors who specialize in the surgical treatment of conditions that affect the nervous system, brain, and spine. Neurosurgeons first have the training which makes them eligible to practise as a doctor. After this, they complete specialist training in neurosurgery. Neurosurgeons are regarded as highly trained specialists who perform some of the most critical surgeries on the brain and spine. The nervous system being the most complicated part of the body needs great precision and accuracy while performing surgery. Neurosurgeons also may also consult other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurosurgeon

Diagnosis tests act as an important tool to find out the condition(s) a patient is suffering from. So, a neurosurgeon will ask you to get a few tests done so that they get to know the cause of the symptoms which further helps in finding the condition the patient is suffering from. Based on the diagnosis, the doctor can start appropriate treatment. A neurological examination is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

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 top signs that suggest you should consult a neurosurgeon:

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

Dealing with the entire nervous system, neurosurgeons treat all the parts of the body that are affected by nerve issues. They do complex surgeries on the brain. Before starting treatment, they diagnose patients' symptoms and design minimally invasive treatment plans.