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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Mustafa Gurelik

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. Mustafa Gurelik treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Mustafa Gurelik

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.

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

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. Mustafa Gurelik

The working hour of doctor Mustafa Gurelik is 11 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off 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. Mustafa Gurelik

The popular procedures that Dr. Mustafa Gurelik performs are listed below:

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

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Mustafa Gurelik has specialized in the surgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system. The doctor works with a team of highly experienced physicians and can handle even the most complex with quite an ease. The neurosurgeon follows all medical protocols to ensure patient safety.

Qualification

  • Medical School - Cumhuriyet University, 1989
  • Specialization - Cumhuriyet University, 1997

Past Experiences

  • Keskin Closed Prison Medical / Kirikkale
  • Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine
  • Sivas Anadolu Hospital
  • Malatya Gozde Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

  • Mutation in the HTRA1 Gene in a Patient with Degenerated Spine as a Component of CARASIL Syndrome.
  • Investigation of the Association between Genetic Polymorphism of Microsomal Epoxide Hydrolase and Primary Brain Tumor Incidence.
  • Nimodipine can diminish oxidative stress in patients with severe head trauma.
  • Unilateral Laminotomy For Decompression of Lumbar Stenosis is Effective and Safe: A Prospective Randomized Comparative Study.
  • A case of spinal extradural angiolipoma.

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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. Mustafa Gurelik have?
Dr. Mustafa Gurelik is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Sivas, Turkey.
Does Dr. Mustafa Gurelik offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Mustafa Gurelik have?
Dr. Mustafa Gurelik 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?

Dr. Mustafa Gurelik 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. 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 exam or a neuro exam is the evaluation of an individual’s nervous system to know how well it is functioning and find out an underlying condition. A neurological exam may include:

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

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
When should you go to see a neurosurgeon?

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

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.