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Dr. Akin Akakin

Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish

USD 264 USD 220 for video consultation


Dr. Akin Akakin is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Akin Akakin is part of:

  • Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Certifications :

  • Turkish Brain Research Society: "Brain Research Award" "Examination of angiogenic potential differences of AVM tissue in corneal angiogenesis model of rat, In human AVM tissue alone and human AVM treated with gamma-knife ", 2006 Synthes Neurosurgery Fellow of UF Florida 2010
  • SSCD Association award for best 15 papers 2010
  • Academia Euroasia Neurochirurgica Academy Award, Mumbai, India, 2011
  • FSM Hospital Academy Award 2011

Qualifications :

  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Brain and Nerve Surgery - Specialization
  • Florida University Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy Doctorate Program - International Education

Hospital Address :

Saray, NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, Ahmet Tevfik leri Caddesi,

Medical Expertise of Dr. Akin Akakin

  • Dr. Akakin's He has a specific interest in spinal, nerves, and brain-related diseases and tumours
  • Popularly performed procedures by Dr. Akin are Hypoxia in the Brain, Head Trauma, Sciatica, Vertigo, Lumbar Fracture, Glial Tumor, Neck shift & stuck, Brain Tumors, Herniated disc, Lumbar mass, Skull Traumas, Joint Calcification, and many others.
  • Dr. Akin Akakin is a well-known and experienced Turkish neurologist.
  • His master's thesis focused on the effects of gamma knife and embolization therapy.
  • He has presented and published numerous well-researched studies at Turkish and international conferences and journals.
  • He has also been on a number of TV shows, news stations, and other publications.
  • Dr. Akin is a member of several prestigious organisations, including the Turkish Neurological Society.
  • Dr. Akin has received numerous awards in such a short time and has remained at the forefront of scientific achievements.
  • SSCD award, FSM hospital award, and Eurasian Academy of Neurological Surgery award are among his brain research honours.
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Dr. Ismail Bozkurt

Neurosurgeon

, Ankara, Turkey

14 Years of experience

Speaks: English,Turkish

USD 354 USD 295 for video consultation


Dr. Ismail Bozkurt is an exceptional neurosurgeon proficient at performing procedures such as lumbar disc herniation, peripheral neuropathy surgery, and vertebroplasty.

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Dr. Gultekin Gokce

Surgical Oncologist

, Tokat, Turkey

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Gultekin Gokce is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Tokat, Turkey. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Tokat Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education

Hospital Address :

Yeilrmak, Medical Park Tokat Hastanesi, Vali Zekai G

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Dr. Salih Aydin

Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Salih Aydin is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, 1997
  • Trakya University Department of Forensic Medicine, 1998-2000

Hospital Address :

Saray, NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, Ahmet Tevfik leri Caddesi,

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Dr. Saim Castle

Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

33 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Saim Castle is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Goztepe Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Saim Castle is part of:

  • Advanced Spinal Surgery Course Vocational Memberships
  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • Neurosystem Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • 1989 - Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine
  • 1998 - SSK Okmeydani Education Hospital

Hospital Address :

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Dr. Zafer Aydin

Neurosurgeon

, Ankara, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Zafer Aydin is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Guven Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Zafer Aydin is part of:

  • Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • Member of Ankara Medical Chamber and Turkish Doctors

Qualifications :

  • University Faculty of Medicine
  • Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Neurosurgery

Hospital Address :

Kavakldere, G

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Dr. Mehmet Oguzhan Ozyurtkan

Surgical Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Mehmet Oguzhan Ozyurtkan is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Istanbul.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Marmara University School of Medicine / 1999
  • Specialization Training - Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Thoracic Surgery / 2005

Hospital Address :

Byk?ehir Mahallesi, Medicana International Istanbul, Beylikdz Caddesi, Beylikdz/Istanbul, Turkey

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Dr. Attila Saygi

Surgical Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

44 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Attila Saygi is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Atasehir Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Attila Saygi is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • European Respiratory Society
  • Turkish Respiratory Research Association
  • Turkish Thoracic Society
  • Istanbul War Against Tuberculosis Association
  • Lung Cancer Association
  • Turkish Oncology Association
  • European Association of Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology
  • Academic Respiratory Society
  • Turkish Ministry of Health Member of Turkish Tuberculosis Advisory Board
  • Turkish Public Health Authority Istanbul Governorship Public Health Directorate Istanbul Province Tuberculosis Board Member
  • Malatya War Against Tuberculosis Association Presidency
  • Turkish Respiratory Research Association (TÜSAD) Member of the Board of Directors
  • Turkish Respiratory Research Association (TÜSAD) Member of the Audit Board
  • Lung Cancer Association (AKAD) Member of the Board of Directors
  • Lung Cancer Association (AKAD) Member of the Audit Board
  • Istanbul Tuberculosis Association Board Membership
  • Member of the Organizing Committee of the Congresses
  • Scientific Committee memberships in congresses

Qualifications :

  • HEYBELIADA CHEST DISEASES AND CHEST SURGERY TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
  • Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis Specialist, 1980 - 1984 , Istanbul/Turkey
  • ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY ISTANBUL MEDICAL FACULTY
  • Anesthesiology and Reanimation Specialization Training, 1980 , Istanbul/Turkey
  • ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY CERRAHPASA MEDICAL FACULTY
  • Medical Training, 1973 - 1979 , Istanbul/Turkey

Hospital Address :

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Dr. Ozgur Celik

Neurosurgeon

, Samsun, Turkey

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ozgur Celik is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with .

Association and Memberships Dr. Ozgur Celik is part of:

  • Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Certifications :

  • EANS (European Society of Neurosurgery) Courses
  • EANS Epilepsy, Pain, Neuromodulation, Head Trauma Course - February 2005 -Prague
  • EANS Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Course - February 2006 - Luxembourg
  • EANS Vascular Neurosurgery Course - June 2007 - Lisbon
  • EANS Tumor Course - September 2008 - Antwerp

Qualifications :

  • Ankara University School of Medicine - Medical Education
  • Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery - Specialization
  • Helsinki University Department of Neurosurgery - Neurovascular Surgery (Cerebrovascular Diseases Surgery) Clinical Fellowship
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Dr. Semra Isik

Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Semra Isik is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Baskent University Istanbul Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Semra Isik is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association- Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • European Association for Cancer Research

Qualifications :

  • Medical Education - School of Medicine, Uludag University, 2005
  • Resident- Department of Neurosurgery, Uludag University, 2013

Hospital Address :

Altunizade, BAKENT

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Dr. Zeki

Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

34 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Zeki is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 34 Years of experience and is associated with Medipol Mega University Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • 1986 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery
  • 1980 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Gztepe Mahallesi, Medipol Mega niversite Hastanesi, Metin Sokak, Ba?c?lar/Istanbul, Turkey

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Dr. Ilgaz Dogusoy

Surgical Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

40 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ilgaz Dogusoy is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Altunizade Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ilgaz Dogusoy is part of:

  • STS Thoracic Society
  • Founding Member of the Turkish Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery Association
  • Turkish Thoracic Surgery Association
  • ESPS
  • Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • 1990 - Dr. Siyami Ersek Chest, Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital Thoracic Surgery
  • 1984 - Ankara University School of Medicine
  • 1977 - T. ED Ankara College

Hospital Address :

Altunizade, Acbadem Hastanesi - Altunizade, Yurtcan Soka,

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Dr. Ibrahim Alatas

Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

29 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ibrahim Alatas is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Asya Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine
  • Bezmi Alem Vakif Gureba Education Research Hospital

Hospital Address :

Yeni, ASYA HASTANES, Cami Kars Sk., Gaziosmanpaa/stanbul, Turkey

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Dr. Ozkan Ozger

Neurosurgeon

, Canakkale, Turkey

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ozkan Ozger is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Canakkale, Turkey. The doctor has over 16 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Canakkale Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • 2002/2007: Baskent University Faculty of Medicine (specialty)
  • 1993/2001: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Hamidiye,

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ozkan Ozger?

  • Dr Ozkan Ozger has 22 years of experience as a neurosurgeon. His areas of expertise include brain tumours, lumbar microdiscectomy, spinal cord tumours, cerebrovascular disorders, hydrocephalus, peripheral nerve diseases, and head injuries.
  • He holds professional memberships in organizations such as the Turkish Neurosurgery Society, the Neuro-oncological Surgery Teaching and Training Group(TURNOG), the Turkish Neurosurgery Society, Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group, and the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.
  • Dr Ozger has published many research papers in leading national and international journals. Some of his publications include:
    1. ÖZGER ÖZKAN,KAPLAN NECATI (2020). Comparison of simple discectomy and uninstrumented lumbar interbody fusion in patients with lumbar disc herniation. Annals of Medical Research, 27(11), 2845-2851., Doi: 10.5455/annalsmedres.2020.09.915.
    2. 2. ÖZGER ÖZKAN,KAPLAN NECATI (2020). Aerobic culture results of samples taken during lumbar disc herniation operations. Annals of Medical Research, 27(10), 2580-2584.
    3. ÖZGER ÖZKAN,KAPLAN NECATI (2020). Evaluation of the Clinical Outcomes of Lumbar Microdiscectomy in Both Gender of Geriatric Patients Aged ? 65 Years. International Journal of Gerontology, 14(3), 245-250.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Choose the Best Specialist for Brain Cancer Treatment in Turkey?

Brain cancer treatment involves coordinated care across neurosurgery, neuro-oncology, radiology, and rehabilitation. Choosing the right specialist ensures accurate diagnosis, advanced surgical technique, and integrated therapies (chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or radiosurgery).

Choose a Specialist Who Is:

  • Board-certified in Neurosurgery or Neuro-Oncology
  • Fellowship-trained in Brain Tumour Surgery, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, or Skull Base Surgery
  • Experienced in treating glioblastomas, meningiomas, pituitary tumours, or metastatic brain lesions
  • Affiliated with a hospital offering stereotactic navigation, neuro-ICU, and brain tumour boards
How Do I Choose the Best Hospital for Brain Cancer Treatment in Turkey?

Turkey’s premier hospitals offer internationally accredited neuro-oncology programs with integrated diagnostics and surgical care. These centres support both complex tumour resections and non-invasive treatment options.

Look For:

  • JCI accreditation and Turkish Ministry of Public Health licensing
  • Access to intraoperative MRI, PET-CT, and neuronavigation systems
  • Advanced neuro-monitoring, neuro-ICU, and post-op rehabilitation programs
  • Dedicated tumour pathology and molecular diagnostics
Can I Consult a Brain Cancer Specialist Online Before Travelling to Turkey?

Yes. Major hospitals and MediGence offer secure teleconsultations for international patients before travel.

During the Consultation:

  • Tumour type and location will be reviewed
  • Surgery vs. radiosurgery options discussed
  • The estimated cost and stay duration are outlined
  • Clarification on recovery and travel plans
How Long Should I Stay in Turkey for Brain Cancer Treatment?

Phase & Duration

Pre-operative evaluation: 2–4 days

Surgery (if required): 4–7 days in hospital

Initial recovery & rehab: 7–14 days

Radiotherapy/Chemo setup: begins 7–10 days post-op

Total Recommended Stay: 3–6 weeks

Can International Patients Access Brain Cancer Treatment in Turkey?

Absolutely. Turkey is a global leader in affordable, high-quality care with well-established international medical travel services.

International Patient Services Include:

  • Medical visa assistance and pre-approval letters
  • Airport pickup and private hospital transfers
  • Hotel accommodation coordination for the family
  • Insurance coordination and cost transparency
What Qualifications Should a Turkish Brain Cancer Specialist Have?

Credential Checklist:

  • Medical degree from a recognised institution
  • Fellowship in Neurosurgery, Neuro-Oncology, or Radiosurgery
  • Board Certification from the Turkish Medical Council
  • Experience in ≥200 brain tumour surgeries or radiosurgery cases
  • Affiliation with JCI-accredited hospitals
Can I Get a Second Opinion for Brain Cancer Treatment in Turkey?

Yes, Platforms like MediGence and hospitals offer virtual second opinions from subspecialists.

You Can Upload:

  • MRI or CT imaging
  • Biopsy and pathology reports
  • Treatment history (chemo, radiotherapy)
  • Neurological exam reports

What You Receive:

  • Clarification on diagnosis and grade (glioblastoma vs. meningioma)
  • Alternative surgical or radiosurgery options
  • Prognostic evaluation and survival estimate
  • Detailed cost breakdown