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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Ismail Hakki Tekkok

A neurosurgeon is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the nervous system, including the brain, peripheral nerves, spinal cord, and spine. Neurosurgeons offer non-operative as well as surgical treatment to patients. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Ismail Hakki Tekkok treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Ismail Hakki Tekkok

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.

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

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. Ismail Hakki Tekkok

The working hour of doctor Ismail Hakki Tekkok is 11 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off on Sunday. Call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Ismail Hakki Tekkok

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

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

Dr. Ismail Hakki Tekkok 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

  • Hacettepe University Medical Faculty - Medical Training
  • Hacettepe University Medical Faculty -Neurosurgery Department, Specialist Training

Past Experiences

  • 1997 - 2001 Bayindir Medical Center, Ankara Turkey
  • 2002 - 2005 Mersin University Hospital, Mersin Turkey
  • 2005 - 2010 MESA Hospital, Ankara Turkey
  • 2010 - 2013 TOBB ETU Hospital, Ankara Turkey
  • 2013 - 2018 Bayindir Hospital, Ankara Turkey
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MEMBERSHIPS (4)

  • Turkish Neurosurgery Foundation
  • Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS)
  • International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery (ISPN)
  • International College of Angiology New York Academy of Sciences

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

  • Metamizole is not as Safe as We Think or Assume.
  • Pagets Disease Of The Spine With Low Bone Alkaline Phosphatase.
  • Sphenoid Sinus Mucocele With Intra And Suprasellar Extension-A Diagnostic Dilernma.
  • Primary Undifferentiated Ovarian Carcinoma Diagnosed by its Metastasis to Brain: An Unusual Case Report.
  • Aggressive spinal germinoma with ascending metastases.

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Ismail Hakki Tekkok have?
Dr. Ismail Hakki Tekkok is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Ankara, Turkey.
Does Dr. Ismail Hakki Tekkok offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Ismail Hakki Tekkok have?
Dr. Ismail Hakki Tekkok is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 22 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 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:

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

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?

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 help in the diagnosis and treatment of the conditions of the nervous system. They are mostly involved in complicated surgery of the brain. They offer surgical treatment for the conditions affecting any part of the body, caused mainly due to nerve issues.