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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Ibrahim Alatas

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. Ibrahim Alatas treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Ibrahim Alatas

Some of the signs and symptoms that neurological disorders can produce are listed below. These symptoms should be discussed with a neurosurgeon for further medical investigation.

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

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. Ibrahim Alatas

You can find Doctor Ibrahim Alatas 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. Ibrahim Alatas

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

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

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

  • Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine
  • Bezmi Alem Vakif Gureba Education Research Hospital

Past Experiences

  • Medical Faculty Brain and Neuro Surgery - Vakif Gureba Education Research Hospital
  • Private Bagcilar Hospital
  • Private Avicenna Hospital
  • Taksim Education Research Hospital
  • Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (4)

  • The Results of Untethering Procedures with Intraoperative Neuromonitoring: Occult Spinal Dysraphism and Tethered Spinal Cord Secondary to Myelomeningocele
  • Relationship between ocular and computed tomography findings in patients with spina bifida
  • Surgical treatment of patients with myelomeningocele-related spine deformities
  • Analysis of Denver Neurodevelopmental Screening Test Results of Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, and Microcephaly Patients.

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Ibrahim Alatas have?
Dr. Ibrahim Alatas is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Ibrahim Alatas offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Ibrahim Alatas have?
Dr. Ibrahim Alatas is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 20 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 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 is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

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

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.