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Dr. Salih Aydin

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurosurgeon • 20 years experience

Turkish & English
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Salih Aydin, Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, 1997, is a Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. Salih Aydin areas of expertise include Ependymomas, Tremors, Achondroplasia, Csf Obstruction, Astrocytoma.

Work Experiences

  • Brain Surgery Residency at Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2000-2006
  • Clinical observer for three months at Degli Studi Di Napoli Federico II, 2006-2007
  • Istanbul Pasabahce State Hospital, 2007-2011
  • Emsey Hospital, 2012-2018
  • The Department of Neurosurgery in the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), 2018-2019
Dr. Murat Imer

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurosurgery • 34 years experience

Turkish English
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Murat Imer, 1977–1983: Faculty of Medicine, Cerrahpaşa, Istanbul University (Medical Education), is a Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 34 years of professional experience. Murat Imer areas of expertise include Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Brain Cyst, Arachnoiditis, Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM).

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Dr. Rock Sword

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurosurgeon • 30 years experience

Turkish & English
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Rock Sword, Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education, is a Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 30 years of professional experience. Rock Sword areas of expertise include Tourette's Syndrome, Astrocytoma, Disc Bulge, Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Edema.

Work Experiences

  • Nancy University Faculty of Medicine - France - Expertise

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Dr. Ozlem Acar

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurologist • 18 years experience

Turkish English
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Ozlem Acar, Education Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education, is a Neurologist based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 18 years of professional experience. Ozlem Acar areas of expertise include Reye Syndrome, Brain Cancer, Myelitis, Encephalitis, Brachial Plexus Avulsion.

Work Experiences

  • Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology
Dr. Duran Berker Cemil

, Turkey, Ankara

Orthopedician • 24 years experience

Turkish English
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Duran Berker Cemil, Education Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education, is a Scoliosis Surgery based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 24 years of professional experience. Duran Berker Cemil areas of expertise include False.

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Medical Park Ankara Hospital
Dr. Eyup Baykara

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurosurgeon • 11 years experience

Turkish English
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Eyup Baykara, Trakya University School of Medicine Pamukkale University School of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery Residency Program, is a Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 11 years of professional experience. Eyup Baykara areas of expertise include Meningiomas, Brain Abscess, Congenital Spine Disorders, Chronic Depression, Pituitary Adenoma.

Work Experiences

  • Pamukkale University (2011-2016)
  • Kars State Hospital (2016-2017)
  • Silivri Medicalpark Hospital (2018-2019)
Dr. Murat Cobanoglu

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurosurgeon • 29 years experience

Turkish English
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Murat Cobanoglu, Minor: Marmara University Medical Faculty, Department of Neurosurgery, Spinal Surgery, Department of Spinal Surgery, USA, is a Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 29 years of professional experience. Murat Cobanoglu areas of expertise include Aneurysm, Dystonia, Vertebral Osteoporosis, Brain Tumor - Glioblastoma, Cerebral Edema.

Work Experiences

  • Ankara Cubuk State Hospital Emergency Service Physician (1990-1992)
  • Ankara Muhittin Ulker Training and Research Hospital Specialization in Neurosurgery (1992-1998)
  • Clinic of Neurosurgery of Manisa Akhisar State Hospital (1998-2002)
  • Ankara Muhittin Ulker Training and Research Hospital (2002-2004)
  • Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital (2004-2006)
  • Clinic of Neurosurgery, Corum Private Hospital (2006-2009)
  • Mugla Yucelen Hospitals Group (2009-2016)
  • Marmara University Medical Faculty Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic Dr. Erkan Kaptanoglu Spinal Surgery Clinic Spine - Spinal Surgery Surgery Fellow (2016-2017)
Dr. Ilhan Elmaci

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurosurgeon • 32 years experience

Turkish English
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Ilhan Elmaci, Ankara University School of Medicine Bakirkoy Psychiatry Training and Research Hospital Neurosurgery Goztepe Training and Research Hospital Neurosurgery Division Acibadem University School of Medicine, is a Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 32 years of professional experience. Ilhan Elmaci areas of expertise include Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor - Glioblastoma, Arteriovenous Malformation, Meningioma, Hydrocephalus.

Work Experiences

  • 1987 - 1993 Bakirkoy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital, Neurosurgery Clinic
  • 1991 - 1992 Department of Neurosurgery, Zurich University
  • 1993 - 1995 Bakirkoy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital, Neurosurgery Clinic
  • 1995 - 2003 Marmara University School of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
  • 1997 - 1998 Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
  • 2003 - 2004 Marmara University School of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
  • 2004 - 2010 Goztepe Training and Research Hospital Neurosurgery Division
Dr. Ural Kaptan

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurologist • 17 years experience

Turkish English
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Ural Kaptan, Varna University School of Medicine 1946 , is a Neurologist based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 17 years of professional experience. Ural Kaptan areas of expertise include Erb's Palsy, Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith, Brachial Plexus Rupture, Brain Stroke, Neurosyphilis.

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Medicana Avcilar (Istanbul)
Dr. Serdar Baki Albayrak

, Turkey, Istanbul

Pediatric Neurosurgeon • 10 years experience

Turkish English
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Serdar Baki Albayrak, Medical School - Turkish Marmara and Istanbul Universities., is a Pediatric Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 10 years of professional experience. Serdar Baki Albayrak areas of expertise include Glioma, Stroke, Tourette's Syndrome, Brain Tumor - Glioblastoma, Acoustic Neuroma.

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Medical Park Florya Hospital (Istanbul)
Dr. Salih Sahin

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurosurgeon • 21 years experience

Turkish English
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Salih Sahin, Medical School and Year Graduated-Ondokuzmayıs University Faculty of Medicine 1991, is a Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 21 years of professional experience. Salih Sahin areas of expertise include Chronic Depression, Vertebral Hemangioma, Brain Infection, Vertebral Compression Fractures, Disc Disease.

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)
Dr. Nezir Ozgun

, Turkey, Istanbul

Pediatric Neurologist • 26 years experience

Turkish English
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Nezir Ozgun, 1994 Dokuz Eylul University, is a Pediatric Neurologist based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 26 years of professional experience. Nezir Ozgun areas of expertise include Encephalitis, Myelitis, Neurosyphilis, Epilepsy, Meningitis.

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Istinye University LIV Hospital
Dr. Tuncay Kaner

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurosurgeon • 32 years experience

Turkish English
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Tuncay Kaner, 1988 - Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, Medical Education, Istanbul , is a Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 32 years of professional experience. Tuncay Kaner areas of expertise include Vertebral Hemangioma, Disc Pain, Stroke, Disc Bulge, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Work Experiences

  • 1989-1996: Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Brain and Neurosurgery Clinic, Assistant Doctor, Istanbul
  • 1996-1999: Private Respect Hospital, Doctor and Chief Physician, Istanbul
  • 2000-2002: Bakirkoy Mental and Nervous Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Neurosurgery Clinic, Specialist Doctor, Istanbul
  • 2002-2010: Ministry of Health Pendik State Hospital, Specialist Doctor, Istanbul
  • 2011: University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), Santa Monica Hospital Spine Surgery Center
  • (Comprehensive Spine Center), Researcher (Fellow), California, USA 2011: Associate Professor
  • in 2014:
Dr. Koray Ozduman

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurosurgeon • 20 years experience

Turkish English
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Koray Ozduman, 2009 Acibadem University Faculty of Medicine / Assistant Professor, is a Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. Koray Ozduman areas of expertise include Vertebral Osteoporosis, Traumatic Head Injury, Disc Degeneration, Ependymomas, Scoliosis.

Work Experiences

  • 2008 - Currently Acibadem Health Group
  • 2007 - 2008 Gumussuyu Military Hospital Neurosurgery Clinical Chief
  • 2005 - 2007 Yale University Neurosurgery U.S. / Neurooncolgy Research Fellowship
  • 2002 - 2003 Yale University Neurosurgery U.S. / Fellowship
  • 2000 - 2002 Japan Matsumoto University Neurosurgery U.S. / Observer
  • 1999 - 2000 Molecular Biology Education at Yale University / Boyer Molecular Medicine Institute
Dr. Bahattin Tanrikulu

, Turkey, Istanbul

Neurosurgeon • 6 years experience

Turkish English
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Bahattin Tanrikulu, 2014 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Brain and Neurosurgery, is a Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 6 years of professional experience. Bahattin Tanrikulu areas of expertise include Congenital Spine Disorders, Disc Herniation, Paget'S Disease, Epilepsy, Fractured Vertebra.

Work Experiences

  • 2016 - Currently Acibadem Health Group
  • 2014 - 2016 Marmara University Pendik Education and Research Hospital / Mandatory Service
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Brain And Spine Specialists in Istanbul, Turkey offering online consultation?

Listed below are some of the top Brain And Spine Specialists available for online consultation in Istanbul, Turkey:

Who is a Brain and Spine Specialist?

A brain and spine specialist specializes in the medical or surgical treatment of diseases and conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system, including nerves, the spinal cord, muscles, and related blood vessels. They also diagnose and treat many neurological diseases, such as stroke, back problems, seizure disorders, brain and spine tumors, injuries, and birth defects. Neurosurgeons also perform surgery on the neck, back, brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves to treat neurological issues.

Brain and spine specialists are also experts who specialize in the prevention of brain, spine, and nervous system conditions and in reducing neurological disability. A neurologist might help your primary care doctor take care of you. A brain and spine specialist typically:

  • Evaluates a medical history and educate patients about the brain and nervous system health and disease prevention.
  • Carry out physical exams that involve evaluating blood pressure, vital signs, and the overall health of the brain and nervous system.
  • Recommends and interprets laboratory as well as imaging tests and prescribes medications.
  • Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system including spinal cord and brain injuries and tumors, movement disorders, and different types of back problems.
  • Screens, treats, as well as monitors conditions that escalate the risk of complex brain and nervous system conditions like a head injury that can result in long-term memory loss and headaches.
  • Performs diagnostic procedures or surgery to treat brain cancer, back pain, and birth defects of the brain and spinal cord.
  • Provides direct care for spine, brain, and nervous system conditions in the clinic and hospital.
  • Works closely with a primary care doctor and other specialists and your healthcare team to provide optimal care.
What are the qualifications of a Brain and Spine Specialist?

Candidates aspiring to become a neurologist must have a 5½ years MBBS degree followed by 2 to 3 years MD/DNB course. After gaining the Master's degree, candidates have to pursue D.M. (neurology) to specialize in the field of neurology.

The first step to becoming a brain and spine specialist is to get a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Students must choose a degree that weighs heavy in the sciences. After clearing a competitive examination, a student can gain entrance into a medical school.

A medical student needs to complete a five-and-a-half-year MBBS program that prepares a student to work as a medical doctor. A student’s final two years will include clinical rotations in his or her chosen medical specialty.

A neurosurgeon residency program prepares a doctor to work in the field and also offers the opportunity to complete rotations in many areas of surgery and sub-specialties. As a doctor has additional experience and responsibilities, they can start focusing on neurosurgery. A brain and spine specialist has the opportunity to extend their training after doing residency by completing a spine fellowship program.

What conditions do a Brain and Spine Specialist treat?

A brain and spine specialist treats the below conditions:

  • Epilepsy
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Stroke
  • Migraine
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Brain tumors
  • Tourette’s Syndrome
  • Dementia
  • Arthritis
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Herniated disc
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Spondylosis
  • Scheuermann's kyphosis
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal cord cancer
  • Chronic spine and back pain
  • Kyphosis
  • Myelopathy
  • Neck pain
  • Osteoporosis and vertebral fractures
  • Radiculopathy
What diagnostic tests are required by a Brain and Spine Specialist?

Diagnostic tests and procedures are vital tools that help doctors confirm or rule out a neurological, spine disorder, or other medical condition. Doctors now use powerful and accurate tools to better diagnose disease. Many tests can be recommended by a brain and spine specialist to identity brain and spine disorders. Some common diagnostic tests recommended by a brain and spine specialist include:

  • Computed tomography (CT scan)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging
  • Positron emission tomography (PET)
  • Single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT)
  • Angiography
  • Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
  • Electroencephalography
  • Electromyography
  • Electronystagmography
  • Ultrasound imaging
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Arteriogram
  • Neurosonography
  • Myelogram
  • Arteriogram
When should you visit a Brain and Spine Specialist?

If you or a loved one experiences unexplained symptoms that could be related to the brain, brain, or nervous system, your doctor may recommend a neurological exam with a brain and spine specialist.

If you experience any of the below symptoms, you should see a brain and spine specialist:

  • Muscle weakness
  • Coordination problems
  • Confusion
  • Chronic pain
  • Constant headaches, migraine
  • Dizziness
  • Seizure disorders, epilepsy
  • Neuromuscular disorders
  • Changes in sensation such as touch, vision or via other sensory receptors
  • Infections of the nervous system eg. Encephalitis, Meningitis
  • Brain abscesses
  • Numbness or tingling
  • Movement problems
  • Seizures
  • A brain or spinal cord injury
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Parkinson’s disease
What can you expect from your first visit with a Brain and Spine Specialist?

A brain and spine specialistcan help find out the cause of symptoms and develop a treatment plan for both complex and common neurological conditions. During a neurological exam, various instruments may be used to evaluate the nervous system. Motor skills, balance, coordination, and mental status may also be tested.

A brain and spine specialist will ask about your complete health history. They will conduct a physical exam to test your coordination, sight, reflexes, strength, mental state, and sensation.

In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Spine Specialist?

Neurosurgical procedures can be performed for both pediatric and adult patients. There are a number of surgical and non-surgical procedures which are performed based on the nature of the disorder, type of injury, or disease. Modern non-invasive and invasive surgical procedures have simplified various brain surgeries up to a great extent. Below are some procedures performed by a brain and spine specialist:

  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy
  • Craniotomy
  • Chiari Decompression
  • Laminectomy
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Epilepsy Surgery
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Ventriculostomy
  • Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt
  • Vertebroplasty
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Artificial disk replacement

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