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Dr. Cevdet Caner

Dr. Cevdet Caner

Neurosurgeon ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

38 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish & English

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About Dr. Cevdet Caner

Conditions Treated by Dr. Cevdet Caner

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. Cevdet Caner treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Cevdet Caner

Neurological conditions produce different symptoms ranging from mild to severe. You should never ignore any such symptoms because these may lead to severe results if left unaddressed. Some of the signs and symptoms that neurological disorders can produce are listed below.

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

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. Cevdet Caner

You can find Doctor Cevdet Caner in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. You should confirm the doctor’s availability you visit him. This is because, sometimes, the doctor is out of the station or might be occupied in some emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Cevdet Caner

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

  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Laminectomy
  • Spinal Fusion

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Cevdet Caner 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

  • Hacettepe University School of Medicine Hannovel University European Board, Neurosurgery Residency Program

Work Experiences

  • Jeddah Fakeeh Hospital, Saudi Arabia, Head Neurosurgery
  • Maltepe University Hospital, Chief Physician
  • Memorial Hospital, General Director

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Procedures Performed

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Treatment
ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Cerebral Angiogram
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cerebral Dorsal Rhizotomy
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Spinal Decompression and Fixation
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Cevdet Caner is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in amlca, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Cevdet Caner is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 38 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

Dr. Cevdet Caner is a renowned neurosurgeon who is known for his patient-centric approach and high success rate. The doctor evaluates the condition of the patient completely before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols in order to ensure patient safety. Also, the doctor is abreast with the latest techniques. 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.

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 examination is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

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

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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