Dr. Zeki Sekerci̇

About Dr. Zeki Sekerci̇

Prof. Dr. Zeki Şekerci is one of the leading neurosurgeons, with more than 45 years in this particular field of medicine.
Such a well-known neurosurgeon, well-versed in EEG (Electroencephalography), discectomy, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Waist Shift, Foot Pain, Guillain-Barré syndrome, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Spine Fracture, Brachial Plexus, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
He conducts neck hernia treatments without surgery, including Epiduroskop, herniated disc, neck hernia surgery, and microdiscectomy.
He has written three chapters in books and has been associated with many symposia.
He has made many contributions to various national and international journals.

Conditions treated by Dr. Zeki Şekerci

Brain Tumors
Spinal Disorders
Neurovascular Conditions
Epilepsy
Movement Disorders
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Traumatic Brain and Spine Injuries
Hydrocephalus

Area of Interest

Neuro-Oncology
Spine Surgery
Endovascular Neurosurgery
Functional Neurosurgery
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Trauma and Critical Care Neurosurgery
Peripheral Nerve Surgery

Qualification

Specialisation: Neurosurgery at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (1986).
Graduation: Medical Degree from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (1980).

Work Experiences

Faculty: Düzce University Faculty of Medicine.
Faculty: Ankara Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Education and Research Hospital.
Faculty: Kırıkkale University Faculty of Medicine.
Faculty: Samsun Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine.

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MEMBERSHIPS (3)

Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Turkish Academy of Neurosurgery
Southeast Europe Neurosurgical Society (SeENS)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (7)

Ozay, R., Keskin, E., Balkan, M. S., Aktaş, A., Akturk, U. D., Esener, O. B. B., Akturk, T., Hanalioglu, S., Atabey, C., & Şekerci, Z. (2022). Effects of topically applied Contractubex® on epidural fibrosis and axonal regeneration in injured rat sciatic nerve. Turkish Neurosurgery, 33(3).
Akgul, E., Onan, H. B., Can, Y., Ertan, G., Erol, C., Cetinkal, A., Cinar, C., Hakyemez, B., Yildiz, A., Oran, I., & Şekerci, Z. (2022). Flow diversion therapy of remnant and recurrent intracranial aneurysms treated surgically. Turkish Neurosurgery, 33(4).
Tahta, A., Cetinkal, A., Çakır, A., & Şekerci, Z. (2021). Intramedullary schwannoma of cervicomedullary junction: A case report. Neurochirurgie, 68(3).
Tahta, A., Genc, B., Çakır, A., & Şekerci, Z. (2020). Chordoid meningioma: Report of 5 cases and review of the literature. British Journal of Neurosurgery, 37(1), 1-8.
Doruk, E., Ozay, R., Şekerci, Z., Durmaz, H. A., Güneş, S. Ö., Hanalioglu, S., & Sorar, M. (2018). Cervico-medullary compression ratio: A novel radiological parameter correlating with clinical severity in Chiari type 1 malformation. Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery, 174(5).
Ozay, R., Ogur, T., Durmaz, H. A., Turkoglu, E., Caglar, Y. S., Şekerci, Z., Sorar, M., & Hanalioglu, S. (2018). Revisiting ligament-sparing lumbar microdiscectomy: When to preserve ligamentum flavum and how to evaluate radiological results for epidural fibrosis. World Neurosurgery, 114.
Ozay, R., Balkan, M. S., & Tönge, Ç. (2017). Trans-nasal-transsphenoidal brain injury by a fencing foil: An unusual case report and brief literature review. The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness, 57(11).

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PROCEDURES

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Treatment
ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Arthrodesis
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Bone Reconstruction
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Lumbar Puncture
Spinal Decompression and Fixation

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is Doctor Zeki Şekerci doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

Dr. Zeki Şekerci is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

How long is the consultation?

The consultation can last from 15 to 30 minutes. Depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions, it may exceed the estimated time.

How soon can the consultation be organised?

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

Is a follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.

Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can go ahead with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.

Can we get an estimate for the procedure?

Yes. Our case manager will provide the cost estimate, the doctor’s opinion, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

When should you see a neurosurgeon?

Any symptoms of chronic back or neck pain, numbness, weakness in limbs, seizures, brain tumors, head or spine injuries, and movement disorders like Parkinson's disease necessitate seeing a neurosurgeon.

How can you differentiate a neurologist from a neurosurgeon?

Neurologists diagnose and treat neurological disorders through non-surgical means, whereas neurosurgeons provide surgical and nonsurgical treatments for conditions that may require intervention.

What are the standard surgeries done by a neurosurgeon?

Neurosurgery works on procedures like brain tumor removal, spinal fusion, laminectomy, microdiscectomy, deep brain stimulation (DBS), aneurysm clipping, and epilepsy surgery.

Is every neurosurgery an open surgery?

No, many neurosurgeries also would be minimally invasive, such as endoscopic brain surgery, stereotactic radiosurgery (Gamma Knife), and robotic-assisted spine surgery.

Can a Neurosurgeon Treat Back Pain?

Yes, they deal with spine disorders and can address chronic back pain, with diagnoses also including operative procedures such as spinal decompression, disc surgery, and spinal fusion if warranted.

What qualification is required to be a neurosurgeon?

Neurosurgeons are trained for many years: medical school (6 years), residency in neurosurgery (5-7 years), and a fellowship in specialities like spine surgery, neuro-oncology, or vascular neurosurgery.

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