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Dr. Mehmet Onur Yuksel

Dr. Mehmet Onur Yuksel

Neurosurgeon ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

11 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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About Dr. Mehmet Onur Yuksel

  • Dr. Mehmet Onur Yücel was born in 1980 in Istanbul. In 2003, he completed his medical education at Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and specialised in Neurosurgery at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital from 2004 to 2010.
  • After finishing his specialisation, he executed his compulsory service in Erzurum Bölge Training and Research Hospital from 2011 through 2012. He then worked at the Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic from 2012 to 2017.
  • He subsequently continued his career as a faculty member in the Istanbul Gelişim University Vocational School of Health Services.
  • He now treats patients at Private Nisa Hospital. He has participated actively in various scientific studies, congresses, and certificate programs to enhance his expertise, particularly in spinal surgery, endoscopic spine surgery, and neuro-oncology.

Conditions treated by Dr. Mehmet Onur Yüsel

  • Herniated disc (lumbar and cervical)
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Brain tumors
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Spinal fractures
  • Spinal tumors
  • Degenerative spine diseases
  • Endoscopic spine disorders

Area of Interest

  • Spinal Surgery
  • Endoscopic Spine Surgery
  • Neuro-oncology
  • Minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques

Qualification

  • MBBS: Haydarpasa Training and Research Hospital
  • DM: Firat University

Work Experiences

  • Faculty Member at Istanbul Gelişim University Vocational School of Health Services
  • Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic (2012–2017)
  • Erzurum Bölge Training and Research Hospital (Compulsory Service, 2010–2012)
  • Göztepe Training and Research Hospital (Specialisation Training, 2004–2010)

Memberships (3)

  • Turkish Neurosurgical Society
  • Turkish Spine Association
  • Turkish Medical Association

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What to Expect in Your Consultation

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Care Coordination (Optional)

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Procedures Performed

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Treatment
ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Arthrodesis
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Bone Reconstruction
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Lumbar Puncture
Spinal Decompression and Fixation

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr.Mehmet Onur Yücel is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

The consultation can last from 15 to 30 minutes. Depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions, it may exceed the estimated time.

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can go ahead with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.

Yes. Our case manager will provide the cost estimate, the doctor’s opinion, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

Neurosurgeons specialise in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of disorders affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system. These afflictions would include brain tumors, spinal cord injuries, herniated discs, stroke, aneurysms, and nerve disorders.

You may be referred to a neurosurgeon if you have:

  • Chronic back or neck pain
  • Sciatica or nerve compression
  • Brain tumors or lesions
  • Injuries to the brain or spine
  • Epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, or other neurological conditions requiring surgical evaluation

No. While surgery is integral to their work, neurosurgeons also assess and manage conditions that may not need surgical intervention. They work with neurologists, physiotherapists, and pain specialists to provide integrated care.

In general, neurologists deal with treating neurological conditions medically and/or therapeutically, while neurosurgeons deal with treating them surgically if need be.

Contemporary neurosurgical techniques offer safer and more accurate procedures, such as minimally invasive surgery, neuronavigation, and intraoperative imaging. Every surgery has an individual risk-benefit assessment.

Yes. Neurosurgeons regularly treat spinal conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and vertebral fractures. They will determine if conservative treatment or surgery suits your condition.

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