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BIOGRAPHY

Specialty: BRAIN SURGERY

Education: Austria University of Innsbruck

Place of Birth: U?ak

He was born in 1974 in U?ak. He completed his primary, secondary and high school education in U?ak. In 2001 he completed his medical education at the University of Innsbruck in Austria and in 2008 he completed the Neurosurgical Specialist Training at the Training Hospital of the University of Innsbruck in Austria.

Following his residency, he worked as a specialist doctor and lecturer in Neurosurgery at the University Hospital in Innsbruck.   In August 2019, he started to work at Lokman Hekim Artisan Hospital. He is married and has 4 children.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Emrah Akartuna

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. Emrah Akartuna treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Emrah Akartuna

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

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. Emrah Akartuna

If you wish to see Dr Emrah Akartuna in his clinic/hospital, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work 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. Emrah Akartuna

Dr Emrah Akartuna is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

  • Craniotomy
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Laminectomy
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Kyphoplasty

With a rich experience in neurosurgery and having a record for performing a number of successful brain surgeries with a high success rate, the neurosurgeon has received global recognition for their holistic approach. Patient safety is the top priority for the doctor who follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards. Also, the doctor can handle even the most complicated cases with ease.

Qualification

  • Medical education at the University of Innsbruck in Austria.

Past Experiences

  • He worked as a specialist doctor and lecturer in Neurosurgery at the University Hospital in Innsbruck.
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • He also finalized his Neurosurgical Specialist education at the same university in 2008.

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Various research articles and papers submitted in national and international journals.

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PROCEDURES

  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Craniotomy
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Laminectomy
  • Spinal Fusion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Emrah Akartuna have?
Dr. Emrah Akartuna is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Fethiye, Turkey.
Does Dr. Emrah Akartuna offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Emrah Akartuna have?
Dr. Emrah Akartuna is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 10+ 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 mostly see patients in their own clinics and public and private hospitals. Sometimes, they have to work with other specialists and medical experts to seek their opinion on diagnosis and surgery techniques. They also evaluate the diagnostic tests to know the exact underlying conditions and accordingly proceed with the treatment.

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 may include the following:

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

For the diagnosis of neurological conditions, you need to have one or more of the following tests::

  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?

You need to visit a neurosurgeon if you show any of the following signs:

  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.