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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Mustafa Onoz

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. Mustafa Onoz treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Mustafa Onoz

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.

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

The above symptoms appear mainly due to conditions that can adversely affect the nervous system. The symptoms can vary from person to person because the nervous system regulates different body functions. Symptoms can include all forms of pain.

Operating Hours of Dr. Mustafa Onoz

The working hour of doctor Mustafa Onoz 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 Onoz

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

  • Microdiscectomy
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)

With a rich experience in neurosurgery and having a record for performing a number of successful brain surgeries with a high success rate, the neurosurgeon has received global recognition for their holistic approach. Patient safety is the top priority for the doctor who follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards. Also, the doctor can handle even the most complicated cases with ease.

Qualification

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine -Medical Training
  • Istanbul Medeniyet University Goztepe training and Research Hospital-Neurosurgery Specialization Training

Past Experiences

  • 1998 - 1999 Practitioner at APA Kizilay Blood Center, Istanbul Turkey
  • 1999 - 2000 Health Manager at Kosovo red Crescent Humanitarian Aid Team, Kosova
  • 2002 - 2005 Blood Center Manager at CAPA Kizilay Blood Center, Istanbul Turkey
  • 2005 - 2007 Emergency Service Responsible at CAPA Millet Hospital, Istanbul Turkey
  • 2012 - 2014 Neurosurgeon at Osmaniye State Hospital, Ottawa Turkey
  • 2012 - 2012 Neurosurgeon atIstanbul Medeniyet University Goztepe training and Research Hospital, Istanbul Turkey
  • 2014 - 2014 Neurosurgeon at MMedipol University Hospital, Istanbul Turkey
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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Istanbul Chamber of Medicine

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (6)

  • Whorling-sclerosing type of meningioma. CD34 and P53 IHC-positivity with lack of malignant features in a rare meningioma type.
  • Impact of 1p/19q codeletion on the diagnosis and prognosis of different grades of meningioma.
  • Management of Failed Cranioplasty.
  • Intradural Solitary Fibrous Tumor of the Lumbar Spine: A Distinctive Case Report.
  • Correlation between SPARC (Osteonectin) expression with immunophenotypical and invasion characteristics of pituitary adenomas.
  • Scrotal migration as an unusual complication of ventriculoperitoneal shunt.

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PROCEDURES

  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Laminectomy
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Spinal Fusion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Mustafa Onoz have?
Dr. Mustafa Onoz is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Atasehir, Turkey.
Does Dr. Mustafa Onoz offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Mustafa Onoz have?
Dr. Mustafa Onoz is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 21 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatments of conditions of the central as well as the peripheral nervous system. A neurosurgeon completes special training after becoming a doctor, including one year of residency in general surgery and a few more years of residency in neurosurgery. Some neurosurgeons complete fellowship training, which is additional training to further enhance their focus within the field of neurosurgery. Neurosurgeons work both in private and public hospitals. They also see patients in a clinic or surgery. They work closely with specialists and health professionals as part of a medical team, such as a critical care team or a hospital stroke team.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurosurgeon

You have to undergo one or more diagnostic tests before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon. The result of the tests will help the doctor determine the root cause of the disease and plan the treatment accordingly. 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:

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

Some of the diagnostic tests required before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon are::

  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.