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Dr. Salih Sahin

Dr. Salih Sahin

Neurosurgeon ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

21 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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About Dr. Salih Sahin

Conditions Treated by Dr. Salih Sahin

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. Salih Sahin treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Salih Sahin

Some of the signs and symptoms that neurological disorders can produce are listed below. These symptoms should be discussed with a neurosurgeon for further medical investigation.

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

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. Salih Sahin

You can find Doctor Salih Sahin in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available 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. Salih Sahin

The popular procedures that Dr. Salih Sahin performs are listed below:

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

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

  • Medical School and Year Graduated-Ondokuzmayıs University Faculty of Medicine 1991
  • Place and Year of Specialization Training-Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine Brain and Nerve Surgery AD 1999

Work Experiences

  • Kahramanmaras State Hospital (2000-2005)
  • Private Life Hospital / Kahramanmaras (2005-2010)
  • Private 8 Eylul Hospital / Manisa (2010-2011)
  • Private Letoon Hospital / Fethiye (2011-2015)
  • Private Buyukcekmece Kolan Hospital / Istanbul (2016-2018)
  • Medicana International Hospital / Istanbul (2018-2020)

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Procedures Performed

ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Arthrodesis
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Brain Tumour Treatment
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
Cerebral Angiogram
Cerebral Angioplasty
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. Salih Sahin 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. Salih Sahin is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 21 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

Dr. Salih Sahin 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 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.

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 is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

The below-listed are some of the diagnostic tests recommended by a neurosurgeon to diagnose a condition 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 top signs that suggest you should consult a neurosurgeon:

  1. Numbness and pain
  2. Weak grip
  3. Persistent headache/migraine
  4. Impaired movement
  5. Seizures
  6. Balance issues

Neurosurgeons perform complicated operations on the brain. Also, they deal with the whole nervous system and treat all the body parts that are affected by nerve issues. Typically, a neurosurgeon will diagnose patients' symptoms and come up with minimally invasive treatment plans.

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