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Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar

Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar

Neurosurgeon ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

25 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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About Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar

Conditions Treated by Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar

Neurosurgeons are trained to treat people suffering aneurysms, blocked arteries, trauma to the brain and spine, birth defects, chronic low-back pain, brain and spinal cord cancer, and peripheral nerve problems. Neurosurgeons also do surgeries for carpal tunnel syndrome, spinal surgery, and brain tumor removal surgery. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar

Some of the signs and symptoms of neurological disorders are listed below. Consult your doctor/neurosurgeons if you experience any of these symptoms. Early detection of the condition can help control the severity of the symptoms and can be effectively treated. The below symptoms should be discussed with a neurosurgeon who will advise required diagnostic tests and start appropriate treatment.

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

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. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar

Doctor Mehmet Yasar Kaynar is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available 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. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar

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

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

Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar 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.

Qualification

  • ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY CERRAHPASA TIP FACULTY Neurosurgery Specialization Training 1987 - 1993 , Istanbul/Turkey
  • ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY ISTANBUL TIP FACULTY Medical Doctor Training 1980 - 1986 , Istanbul/Turkey

Work Experiences

  • MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL Neurosurgery Specialist2019 - Halen, Istanbul/Turkey
  • ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY CERRAHPASA TIP FACULTY HOSPITALNeurosurgery Specialist 1987 - Halen, Istanbul/Turkey
  • KOC UNIVERSITY TYPE FACULTY HOSPITAL Neurosurgery Specialist 2017 - 2019, Istanbul/Turkey
  • ISTANBUL FLORANCE NIGHTANGALE HOSPITAL Neurosurgery Specialist 2013 - 2015, Istanbul/Turkey
  • BEZMIALEM REPUTATION TYPE FACULTY HOSPITAL Neurosurgery Specialist 2011 -2013, Istanbul/Turkey

Memberships (2)

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association

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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
Brain Tumour Treatment
Cerebral Angiogram
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cerebral Dorsal Rhizotomy
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Craniotomy
Deep Brain Stimulation
Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Microdiscectomy
Spinal Decompression and Fixation
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Mehmet Yasar Kaynar is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 25 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

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 are regarded as highly trained specialists who perform some of the most critical surgeries on the brain and spine. The nervous system being the most complicated part of the body needs great precision and accuracy while performing surgery. Neurosurgeons also may also consult other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery.

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:

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

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

Here are some of the common signs that you must seek the medical assistance of a neurosurgeon:

  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.

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