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Dr. Okan Kahyaoglu

Dr. Okan Kahyaoglu

Neurosurgeon ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

31 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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About Dr. Okan Kahyaoglu

Conditions Treated by Dr. Okan Kahyaoglu

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. Okan Kahyaoglu treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Okan Kahyaoglu

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.

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

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. Okan Kahyaoglu

Doctor Okan Kahyaoglu 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. Okan Kahyaoglu

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

  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Laminectomy
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Craniotomy
  • 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

  • 2006 Istanbul Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital Brain and Neurosurgery
  • 1993 Uludag University Faculty of Medicine

Work Experiences

  • 2010 - Currently Acibadem Health Group
  • 2010 - 2014 Memorial Sisli Hospital
  • 2008 - 2010 Aydin Health Services
  • 2007 - 2008 Igdir State Hospital
  • 2006 - 2007 Sisli Eftal Training and Research Hospital / Specialist Physician
  • 2001 - 2006 Sisli Eftal Training and Research Hospital / Assistant Physician
  • 2000 - 2001 Kocaeli Santral Health Center
  • 1998 - 2000 Sinop 2 Health Center / Responsible Physician
  • 1996 - 1998 Sinop Ataturk State Hospital
  • 1995 - 1996 Gallipoli Military Service
  • 1993 - 1995 Sinop Red Crescent Blood Station

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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)
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Spinal Decompression and Fixation
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Okan Kahyaoglu 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. Okan Kahyaoglu is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 12 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

Dr. Okan Kahyaoglu 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 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.

You may have one or more diagnostic tests so that doctors can know the cause of your condition and make effective treatment strategies. A neurological examination may include the following:

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

Below are some tests that a neurosurgeon may recommend for the diagnosis of the conditions of the nervous system.:

  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

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.

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