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Dr. Yilmaz Kilic

Dr. Yilmaz Kilic

Neurosurgeon ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

14 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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About Dr. Yilmaz Kilic

Conditions Treated by Dr. Yilmaz Kilic

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. Yilmaz Kilic treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Yilmaz Kilic

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.

  • “Pins and needles” feeling in your legs, toes or feet
  • 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
  • Bulging and tense fontanelle or soft spot
  • Moderate to severe pain in lower back, buttock and down your leg
  • restricting range of motion
  • Seizures
  • Prominent scalp veins
  • Pain that worsens with movement; loss of movement
  • Rapidly increasing head circumference
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Unusually large head size
  • Numbness or weakness in your lower back, buttock, leg or feet
  • Sleep problems
  • Stiffness in the low back area
  • Memory problems
  • Downward deviation of eyes or sunset sign
  • Drowsiness
  • Fatigue

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. Yilmaz Kilic

Doctor Yilmaz Kilic is available 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. Yilmaz Kilic

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

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

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Yilmaz Kilic 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

  • Post Graduation, 2005, Goztepe Education and Research Hospital
  • Graduation, 1997, Ondokuz Mayıs University School of Medicine

Work Experiences

  • Goztepe Education and Research Hospital, Neurosurgery Residency Program
  • Amasya State Hospital

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Procedures Performed

Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Brain Tumour Treatment
Cervical Fusion
Craniotomy
Deep Brain Stimulation
Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Kyphoplasty
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Spinal Decompression and Fixation
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Yilmaz Kilic is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in amlca, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Yilmaz Kilic is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 14 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

Dr. Yilmaz Kilic 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 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:

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

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

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.

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