Dr. Muhammet Arif Ozbek

About Dr. Muhammet Arif Ozbek

Dr. Muhammet Arif ?zbek is an Associate Professor and neurosurgeon specialising in brain and nerve surgery at Istanbul Medipol University Hospital.
Dr. Muhammed Arif graduated from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2011 and completed his neurosurgery specialisation in 2018 at Medipol University.
He has over 14 years of experience.
His clinical interest is in spinal conditions, child neurosurgery, and craniosynostosis surgery, which involves pioneering skills such as the double curve linear incision technique.
Dr. ?zbek has researched the reliability of spina bifida videos and has made many contributions to neurosurgical literature.
Fluent in German and English, he is active in scientific research platforms and devoted to ensuring that neurosurgical practices advance.

Conditions treated by Dr. Muhammet Arif Ozbek

Brain tumors
Spinal cord diseases
Spina bifida
Hydrocephalus
Craniosynostosis
Pediatric neurosurgical conditions
Degenerative spinal diseases

Area of Interest

Pediatric neurosurgery
Craniosynostosis surgery
Endoscopic treatment of hydrocephalus and craniosynostosis
Spinal cord pathologies and surgical treatments

Qualification

MD: Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Brain and Nerve Surgery (2019)
MBBS: Faculty of Medicine, Canakkale University (2011)

Work Experiences

Haseki Training and Research Hospital (2019 - 2020)

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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Turkish Spine Society

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (9)

Altınok A, Karancı T, Özbek A, Albayrak SB. Instant And Early Efficacy Of Gamma Knife Treatment On Trigeminal Neuralgia. Turk J Oncol. 2018
Gömleksiz C, Tokmak M, Yaka U, Arslan E, Özbek MA, Albayrak SB. Persistent Sciatalgia Due To A Wandering Bipolar Forceps Tip After Posterior Lumbar Stabilization: A Case Report. Published Online 2016.
Tahsin SAYGI, Omer OZDEMIR, Oguz BARAN, Sevket EVRAN, Ahmet KAYHAN, Muhammet Arif OZBEK, Buruc ERKAN, Nail DEMIREL, Selcuk OZDOGAN Multilevel anterior cervical decompression in multilevel cervical spondylotic myelopathy without extending the corpus resection: A cadaveric study of a novel surgical technique Turkish Neurosurgery 2020.
Evran S, Kayhan A, Baran O, Et Al. The Synergistic Effect Of Combined Transforaminal And Caudal Epidural Steroid Injection In Recurrent Lumbar Disc Herniations. Cureus 2021
Ozbek MA, Cakici N, Basak AT, Hypopharynx injury in anterior cervical discectomy: failure of surgical repair: case Neurocirugia 2021
Ozbek MA, Basak AT, Cakici N, Sakul U, Akalan N The Endoscopic Trans-Sinusoidal Trans-Pterygopalatine Route To The Foramen Rotundum Approach In Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment Turkish Neurosurgery 2021.
Fatih Han Bölükbaşı, Emre Durdağ, Arif Özbek, Serdar Geyik, İlhan Elmacı. Common Unexpected Dural Arteriovenous Fistula Presentations. Turkish Neurosurgical Society 29th Scientific Congress P 120 Antalya-2015.
Serdar Baki Albayrak, Baha Eldin Adam, Mehmet Tokmak, Umut Yaka, Cengiz Gömleksiz, Muhammed Arif Özbek Anovel Technique For Safe Torcular Craniotomy: Circumferential Tandem Burr Holes 29th Scientific Congress of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society P 274 Antalya-2015.
Inci Baltepe Altiok, Mehmet Tokmak, Serdar Baki Albayrak, Cengiz Gömleksiz, Umut Yaka, Muhammet Arif Ozbek, Nejat Akalan Elastofibroma Dorsi Turkish Neurosurgical Society 29th Scientific Congress P 464 Antalya-2015.

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PROCEDURES

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

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Dr. Muhammet Arif Ozbek is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

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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.

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

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

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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.

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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

What do neurosurgeons do?

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.

When should I see a neurosurgeon?

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

Do neurosurgeons only do surgery?

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.

What is the difference between a neurologist and a neurosurgeon?

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

Are surgery procedures on the brain and spine safe?

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.

Will a neurosurgeon help with spine problems, such as a slipped disc?

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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