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Dr. Erden Erturer

Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

23 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Turkish

USD 288 USD 240 for video consultation


Dr. Erden Erturer is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ulus, Turkey. The doctor has over 22 Years of experience and is associated with Liv Hospital Ulus.

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Dr. Professor Mustafa Bozbuga

Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

35 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Turkish

USD 312 USD 250 for video consultation


Dr. Professor Mustafa Bozbuga is a specialized Neurosurgeon 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 NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine - Neurosurgery (Brain and Nerve Surgery) Clinic - Specialist Training, 1991
  • George Washington University Faculty of Medicine Chair of Neurosurgery - Skull Base Surgery and Microneurosurgery, 1994
  • Osaka City University Faculty of Medicine Neurosurgery Chair - Skull Base Surgery and Microneurosurgery, 1994
  • Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty Anatomy Department - Anatomy Doctorate Education, 2004

Hospital Address :

Saray, NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, Ahmet Tevfik leri Caddesi,

Medical Expertise of Dr. Professor Mustafa Bozbuga

  • Dr. Mustafa Bozbuğa performs all surgeries in the practice of Brain and Nerve Surgery
  • He is specialized in Skull Base Surgery, Neuro-oncology (Tumor Surgery), Neurovascular Surgery (Brain Vascular Surgery: Aneurysm), Spine, and Spinal Cord Surgery (Spinal Cord Tumors, Vascular Malformations, Spinal Narrow Canal Disease, Waist and neck hernias.
  • Prominent neurosurgeon with over 30 years of practise.
  • He has a doctorate in anatomy as well as a doctorate in philosophy.
  • Appointed as the Founding Clinical Chief of Kartal Training and Research Hospital's 2nd Neurosurgery Clinic
  • To-date, he has performed more than 700+ surgical interventions in the specialty
  • He has written four books, 37 book chapters, over 200 international and national papers, and over 150 scientific presentations throughout his professional life.
  • In the stream of philosophy, he has produced (9) book chapters and talks.
  • Dr. Bozbua has been listed in "Who is Who in the World" since 1997, and is a member of numerous national and international professional, scientific, and social organizations.
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Dr. Hanifi Ucpunar

Orthopedic Surgeon

, Bursa, Turkey

13 Years of experience

Speaks: English,Turkish

USD 210 USD 175 for video consultation


Dr. Hanifi Ucpunar is an experienced orthopedic surgeon with expertise in performing procedures such as adult spine surgery, knee replacement surgeries, ACL reconstruction, and arthroscopy.

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Dr. Yunus Uysal

Orthopedic Surgeon

, Bursa, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: English,Turkish

USD 210 USD 175 for video consultation


Dr. Uysal is an expert in performing robotic surgeries for orthopedic conditions such as robotic-assisted arthroplasty and spine surgeries.

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Dr. Halil Ibrahim

Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Halil Ibrahim 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 Medicana Haznedar Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Uludag University Faculty of Medicine 2001
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine 2008

Hospital Address :

Bahelievler Mahallesi, Medicana Haznedar, Ba?c?lar Caddesi, Gngren/Istanbul, Turkey

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Dr. Cengiz Cokluk

Neurosurgeon

, Samsun, Turkey

29 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Cengiz Cokluk is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 22 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Samsun Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Ondokuz Mayis University School of Medicine On dokuz Mayis University School of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery Residency Program

Hospital Address :

Yenimahalle Mahallesi, Medicana International Samsun, ?ehit Mesut Birinci Caddesi, Canik/Samsun, Turkey

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Dr. Selcuk Gocmen

Neurosurgeon

, Kocaeli, Turkey

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Selcuk Gocmen is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Gebze, Turkey. The doctor has over 16 Years of experience and is associated with Anadolu Medical Center.

Certifications :

  • Functional neurosurgery, gamma knife and endovascular initiatives at the Oregon Health and Science University (United States), Cleveland Clinic and the Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine

Qualifications :

  • University, GATA Medical Faculty, Ankara
  • Specialization Training-GATA Medical Faculty, Department of Brain and Nerve Surgery, Ankara

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet Mahallesi, Anadolu Salk Merkezi, Cumhuriyet Cd., Gebze/Kocaeli, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Selcuk Gocmen?

  • Dr Selcuk Gocmen has more than 16 years of experience as a neurosurgeon. He completed training in Functional Neurosurgery, endovascular surgery and gamma knife at the Oregon Health and Science University, United States, Cleveland Clinic and Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine.
  • His areas of expertise include brain biopsy, epilepsy surgery, movement disorders, and brain and spine tumour surgery.
  • Dr Gocmen holds memberships in respected organizations such as the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, Turkish Vascular Surgery Group, Turkish Stereotaxic Functional and Epilepsy Surgery Group and Turkish Spine Society and Eurospine.
  • He is a recipient of several awards such as the " Traveler Award for Young Neurosurgeons" by the German Society of Neurosurgery, Dresden, Germany.
  • He has several peer-reviewed publications to his credit. These include:
    1. Kahraman S, Kayalı H, Atabey C, Acar F, Göçmen S. The accuracy of near-infrared spectroscopy in the detection of subdural and epidural hematomas. J Trauma. 2006 Dec;61(6):1480-3.
    2. Şirin S, Kahraman S, Göçmen S, Erdoğan E. A rare combination of a developmental venous anomaly with varix. case report. J Neurosurg Pediatr. 2008 Feb;1(2):156-9
    3. Düz B, Göçmen S, Seçer HI, Basal S, Gönül E. Tethered cord syndrome in adulthood. J spinal cord Med. 2008;31(3):272-8.
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Dr. Serdar Kahraman

Neurosurgeon

, Kocaeli, Turkey

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Serdar Kahraman is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Gebze, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Anadolu Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Serdar Kahraman is part of:

  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association (WFNS-EANS collaboration)
  • Turkish Spine Association
  • European Neurosurgery Association (EANS)
  • European Spine Foundation (AO Spine)

Certifications :

  • Neuroendoscopy and spinal endoscopic surgery at Free University of Berlin and Greifswald University in Germany

Qualifications :

  • University, GATA Medical School, Ankara 1989
  • Specialization training, GATA Medical School, Department of Neurosurgery, Ankara 1997

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet Mahallesi, Anadolu Salk Merkezi, Cumhuriyet Cd., Gebze/Kocaeli, Turkey

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Dr. Nazli Cakici

Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

9 Years of experience

 


Dr. Nazli Cakici is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 7 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Istanbul.

Association and Memberships Dr. Nazli Cakici is part of:

  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University School of Medicine (2006)
  • Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Department of Neuro Surgery, Neuro Surgery Residency Program (2013)

Hospital Address :

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

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Dr. Mustafa Kemal Hamamcioglu

Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

31 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Mustafa Kemal Hamamcioglu is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ulus, Turkey. The doctor has over 31 Years of experience and was associated with Liv Hospital Ulus.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mustafa Kemal Hamamcioglu is part of:

  • Turkish Neurosurgical Society (TND), 1998
  • Nervous System Surgery Society (SSCD), 2005

Qualifications :

  • MD. Askale SSK Health Station Physician, Erzurum Ege Universityi Medical Faculty Post Graduate

Medical Expertise of Dr. Mustafa Kemal Hamamcioglu

  • Dr. Mustafa’s areas of expertise include Surgical Treatment of Brain Tumors and Hypophysis Adenomas, Intramedullary and Extramedullary Tumors of Spinal Cord (Spinal Marrow), Cerebro Vascular Surgery, Microvascular Decompression, Percutaneous RF Rhizotomy in Treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia and Hemifacial Spasm, Microsurgery Procedures Involved in General Neurosurgery Practice, and Lumbar, Cervical Disc Hernias
  • Considered as one of the finest & highly skilled Neurosurgeons in Turkey
  • He is a board-certified surgeon who is compassionate about providing top-notch treatment and standard care to his patients
  • Dr. Mustafa is fluent with Turkish as well as English while communicating with his patients at convenience
  • Dr. Mustafa is an active & prestigious member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society (TND), and Nervous System Surgery Society (SSCD)
  • Dr. Mustafa has been authored & co-authored in more than 40 different scientific arbitrated national & international journals and books
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Dr. Emrah Akartuna

Neurosurgeon

, Fethiye, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Emrah Akartuna is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Fethiye, Turkey. The doctor has over 10+ Years of experience and is associated with Lokman Hekim Esnaf Hospital.

Certifications :

  • He also finalized his Neurosurgical Specialist education at the same university in 2008.

Qualifications :

  • Medical education at the University of Innsbruck in Austria.

Hospital Address :

Tuzla, Private Lokman Hekim Esnaf Hospital, 54. Sokak, Fethiye/Mula, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Emrah Akartuna?

  • With more than 10 years of experience, Dr Emrah Akartuna is a renowned neurosurgeon. He has expertise in the spinal cord and brain tumours, scoliosis, traumas, developmental disorders, hydrocephalus, scoliosis, lumbar disc herniation, invasive pain treatments, and narrow channel stabilization.
  • Dr Akartuna participates in conferences and workshops regularly to advance his knowledge and skills. He presented a Poster on Foscan Based Photodynamic Treatment, in vivo measurements of efficiency and accumulation time in rat brains in 2005.
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Dr. Enis Kuruoglu

Neurosurgeon

, Samsun, Turkey

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Enis Kuruoglu is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 13 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Samsun Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Giresun Bulancak State Hospital 2011
  • Graduated from The Faculty and Year of Medicine Nineteen May University Faculty of Medicine 1995

Hospital Address :

Yenimahalle Mahallesi, Medicana International Samsun, ?ehit Mesut Birinci Caddesi, Canik/Samsun, Turkey

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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. Hakan Seckin

Neurosurgeon

, Bursa, Turkey

31 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr Hakan Seckin is one of the leading Spine & Neurosurgeon in Bursa, Turkey. The doctor holds over 31 years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University School of Medicine Emergency Medicine and Traumatology Hospital, MoH, R.T. 1994 Doctor of Science Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Ankara University

Hospital Address :

Odunluk Mahallesi, Medicana BURSA HOSPITAL, Akp?nar Caddesi, Nilfer/Bursa, Turkey

Medical Expertise of Dr. Hakan Seckin

  • Dr. Hakan is a neurosurgeon who specialises in neurosurgery, spine surgery, neurooncology, stereotactic radiosurgery, and gamma knife surgery. Congenital malformations, injuries, tumours, vascular problems, infections of the brain or spine, stroke, and other disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems are treated by radiosurgery.
  • He is really interested in carrying out the surgeries listed- Brain and spine tumors, Endoscopic surgery for pituitary gland and skull base tumors, Cerebrovascular diseases surgery, Neuro-intensive care Surgery for Movement Disorders, Parkinson’s diseases
  • Dr. Hakan has more than 26 years of expertise in neurosurgery.
  • He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the European Association of Neurosurgery Society (EANS)
  • He has national and international publications to his name, and he is frequently invited to lecture on neurosurgery at scientific meetings, CDEs, and international conferences.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the best hospital for Kyphoplasty surgery in Turkey?

To choose the best hospital for kyphoplasty surgery in Turkey, look for facilities with advanced spinal care units and experienced orthopaedic or neurosurgeons. Check for hospital accreditations, such as JCI, and review patient feedback and success rates for spine procedures. Ensure they offer minimally invasive techniques and post-surgery rehabilitation. Platforms, such as MediGence, can help compare hospitals and book consultations with verified specialists.

How long will I need to stay in the country for surgery and recovery?

For kyphoplasty surgery in Turkey, patients typically need to stay in the country for about 5 to 7 days. The procedure itself is minimally invasive and often performed as a day surgery or with a short hospital stay of 1 to 2 days. Following surgery, it is recommended to take a few days of rest and undergo regular follow-up checks. Your doctor will assess your recovery before clearing you for travel.

Is the hospital team fluent in English or my native language to avoid communication issues?

Yes, most hospitals in Turkey have English-speaking medical teams, and many offer multilingual support to ensure clear communication. To further ease the process, MediGence staff also coordinate with you in advance, assisting in your preferred language. This helps avoid any communication issues during your treatment journey. With the support of both hospitals and MediGence, you can expect a smooth and comfortable experience.

Which doctor in Turkey should I consult for a Kyphoplasty?

For kyphoplasty in Turkey, you can consult highly experienced orthopaedic spine surgeons or neurosurgeons who specialise in minimally invasive spine procedures. These hospitals are equipped with advanced imaging and surgical technologies to ensure precise and safe kyphoplasty treatment. Most spine specialists in Turkey possess extensive expertise in treating vertebral compression fractures and work closely with rehabilitation teams to provide comprehensive care. You can also use our trusted platform, MediGence, to connect with verified doctors and book consultations easily.

How long is the recovery period after a Kyphoplasty?

Recovery after a kyphoplasty is usually quick, as it is a minimally invasive procedure. Most patients experience significant pain relief within 24 to 48 hours. You can typically resume light activities within a few days, though full recovery may take 1 to 2 weeks, depending on your overall health. Your doctor may recommend avoiding heavy lifting or strenuous activity during this time. Follow-up care and mild physical therapy may be advised to support long-term spine health.

How can I verify the credibility of a Kyphoplasty doctor in Turkey?

First, verify that a kyphoplasty physician in Turkey is licensed by the Ministry of Health and registered with the Turkish Medical Association (TMA) to confirm their legitimacy. Verify that they are a certified interventional radiologist, neurosurgeon, or orthopaedic surgeon with expertise in spine procedures. Seek affiliations with hospitals that have received JCI accreditation. Look for fellowships or training abroad, particularly in minimally invasive spine procedures.

How long do I have to wait for an appointment with a specialist in Turkey?

In Turkey, waiting times for specialist appointments are generally short. Many hospitals offer consultations within a few days, particularly for non-emergency procedures such as kyphoplasty. For international patients, priority scheduling is often available. MediGence can help you secure faster appointments with verified specialists. It’s best to book in advance to ensure timely care.

Do doctors in Turkey provide follow-up care after I return home?

Yes, through the MediGence platform, doctors in Turkey provide comprehensive follow-up care even after you return home. MediGence facilitates virtual consultations and seamless communication between you and your treating specialist. They also coordinate with your local healthcare providers to ensure continuous monitoring and support. This helps you stay on track with your recovery without needing to travel back frequently. MediGence ensures your treatment journey remains smooth and well-managed, regardless of your location.

Can I schedule a video consultation with a Turkish kyphoplasty doctor before I travel?

Yes, MediGence can arrange a video consultation with a United Kingdom kyphoplasty doctor before you travel. This allows you to discuss your condition and treatment options remotely, helping you make informed decisions in advance. It’s a convenient way to connect with experienced specialists without leaving your home. MediGence ensures a smooth and hassle-free consultation process.

Are Turkish doctors board-certified or internationally trained?

Many doctors in Turkey are both board-certified and internationally trained. They often complete advanced training and fellowships at renowned medical institutions worldwide. This combination ensures they bring global expertise and high standards of care to their practice. Turkey's healthcare system emphasises hiring specialists with recognised qualifications to provide the best treatment. Our Platform, MediGence, can help you easily connect with these qualified doctors.