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Dr. Sabiha Aysun

Pediatric Neurosurgeon

, Ankara, Turkey

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Sabiha Aysun is a specialized Pediatric Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Bayindir Healthcare Group.

Qualifications :

  • Faculty of Medicine Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine 1962-1968
  • Specialization Training Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Children's Health and Diseases 1968-1972

Hospital Address :

Kavakldere Mahallesi, Bayndr Hospital Kavakldere, Atat

What is the medical expertise of Dr Sabiha Aysun?

  • Dr Sabiha Aysun is an exceptional pediatric neurosurgeon with 14 years of experience. She is well-regarded for her expertise in cerebral palsy, Epilepsy, Alzheimer's, hydrocephalus, and autism spectrum disorders.
  • She has published her research in prestigious journals. Some of her publications include:
    1. Vertigo in childhood: A retrospective series of 100 children. Batuakal E.D., Anlar B.,Topcum., Turanli G., AYSÜNS. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PAEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY.
    2. Two pathogenic NF1 gene mutations identified in DNA from a child with mild phenotype Terzi Y.K., Sirin B., Hosgor G.,SerdarogluE., AnlarB., AYSÜNS., Ayter S. CHILDS NERVOUS SYSTEM.
    3. The Use of the MIDAS Questionnaire to Assess Migraine and Tension-Type Headache in Adolescents. Kilic S., DERMANO., AKGÜL S., KANBURN., KutlukT., AYSÜNS.
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Dr. Alper Alabulut

Neurosurgeon

, Samsun, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Alper Alabulut is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Alper Alabulut is part of:

  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • Samsun Turkish Medical Association

Qualifications :

  • 2004 - 2011 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
  • 2012 - 2018 Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine - Specialization Education

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet, Medical Park, 39. Sokak, Atakum/Samsun, Turkey

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Dr. Burcu Goker

Pediatric Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Burcu Goker is a specialized Pediatric 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 Istinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • 2003 - Istanbul University School of Medicine
  • 2004 - 2010 - Istanbul University School of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Ak Veysel Mah, stinye

What is the medical expertise of Dr Burcu Goker?

  • With 10 years of experience under her belt, Dr Burcu Goker is an acclaimed pediatric neurologist. She is an expert in hydrocephalus, craniectomy, cystic meningiomas, and traumatic brain injury.
  • She completed a Research Fellowship in Pediatric Neurosurgery at the Institute of Neurosurgery, Catholic University Medical School in Rome, Italy.
  • Over the course of her career, Dr Goker has published her work in leading scientific journals. These include:
    1. Goker B, Aydin S. Endoscopic Surgery for Recurrent Disc Herniation After Microscopic or Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy. Turk Neurosurg. 2020;30(1):112-118.
    2. Göker B, Kırış T. Sodium fluorescein-guided brain tumour surgery under the YELLOW-560-nm surgical microscope filter in pediatric age group: feasibility and preliminary results. Childs Nerv Syst. 2019 Mar;35(3):429-435.
    3. Yörükoğlu AG, Göker B, et al. Fully endoscopic interlaminar and transforaminal lumbar discectomy: Analysis of 47 complications encountered in a series of 835 patients. Neurocirugia (Astur). 2017 Sep-Oct;28(5):235-241.
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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. Serdar Baki Albayrak

Pediatric Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Serdar Baki Albayrak is a specialized Pediatric 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 I.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Serdar Baki Albayrak is part of:

  • European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
  • Turkish Neurosurgical Society
  • European Society of Spinal Surgery.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship and the US Medical Licensing Examination program

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Turkish Marmara and Istanbul Universities.
  • Training - University of Helsinki (Finland)
  • Traning - Harvard Medical School (USA)
  • Traning - Na Homolce Hospital (Czech Republic)

Hospital Address :

Beyol, .A.

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Dr. Kerameddin Aydin

Neurosurgeon

, Samsun, Turkey

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Kerameddin Aydin 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 VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Kerameddin Aydin is part of:

  • Neurosurgery Academy
  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • Head Base Surgery Association
  • Stem Cell Association

Qualifications :

  • 1992 - Cukurova University - Masters Degree
  • 2000 - Ondokuz Mayis University - Brain and Nerve Surgery - Specialization in Medicine
  • 2002 - 2008 - Ondokuz Mayis University, Department of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery
  • 2008 - 2014 - Ondokuz Mayis University, Department of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine, Brain and Nerve Surgery, Associate Professor
  • 2014 - Ondokuz Mayis University, Department of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine, Brain and Nerve Surgery

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet, Medical Park, 39. Sokak, Atakum/Samsun, Turkey

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Dr. Canan Yildirim

Pediatric Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Canan Yildirim is a specialized Pediatric Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Canan Yildirim is part of:

  • Turkish Neonatology Association
  • Academy of Pediatric Specialization Association

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Children's Health and Diseases Specialization Education
  • Side Branch: Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Health Education and Research Hospital Neonatology (Newborn) Side Branch Education

Hospital Address :

Saray Mah, Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Site Yolu Cad, mraniye/Istanbul, Turkey

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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. Ahmet Serhat Eroglu

Neurosurgeon

, Ordu, Turkey

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ahmet Serhat Eroglu is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ordu, Turkey. The doctor has over 15 of experience and is associated with Medical Park Ordu Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Ankara Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Ankara Gazi University Faculty of Medicine - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Akyaz, Medical Park Ordu Hastanesi, ehit Ali Gaffar Okkan Caddesi, Altnordu/Ordu, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ahmet Serhat Eroglu?

  • With more than 15 years of experience, Dr Ahmet Serhat Eroglu is an exceptional neurosurgeon. He has expertise in spinal surgery, congenital disorders, and pediatric neurosurgery.
  • He completed his specialisation at Ankara Gazi University Faculty of Medicine.
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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. Hudayi Duman

Pediatric Neurosurgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Hudayi Duman is a specialized Pediatric Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 22 Years of experience and is associated with .

Association and Memberships Dr. Hudayi Duman is part of:

  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • Nervous System Surgery Association
  • Spina Bifida Association Membership

Qualifications :

  • Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine
  • Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
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Dr. Gokalp Silav

Neurosurgeon

, Antalya, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Gokalp Silav is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sisli, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Sisli Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gokalp Silav is part of:

  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • Young Neurosurgeons Group
  • Member of Board of Directors Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery Group
  • Member Turkish Medical Association
  • Member Turkish Neurosurgery Association

Qualifications :

  • Ankara University Medical Faculty- Medical Traning
  • Ankara University Medical Faculty- Brain and Neurosurgery Specialization Training

Hospital Address :

Kaptan Paa Mh, Memorial ili Hospital, Halit Ziya T

What is the medical expertise of Dr Gokalp Silav?

  • Dr Gokalp Silav is a leading neurosurgeon with extensive experience in treating a range of conditions such as brain cancer, glioma, spinal cord tumour, astrocytoma, brain injury, and brain tumour.
  • Throughout his career, he has participated in 8 international and 30 national courses. Annually, he performs 400 spinal and brain surgeries on average.
  • Dr Gokalp Silav is affiliated with professional organizations such as the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, and the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group.
  • Dr Silav has published more than 23 scientific articles in international and 20 articles in national journals of repute. Some of his publications include:
    1. Arslan M, Deda H, Avci E, Elhan A, Tekdemir I, Tubbs RS, Silav G, Yilmaz E, Baskaya MK. Anatomy of Meckel's cave and the trigeminal ganglion: anatomical landmarks for a safer approach to them. Turk Neurosurg. 2012;22(3):317-23.
    2. Işik N, Elmaci I, Silav G, Celik M, Kalelioğlu M. Chiari malformation type III and results of surgery: a clinical study: report of eight surgically treated cases and review of the literature. Pediatr Neurosurg. 2009;45(1):19-28.
    3. Silav G, Arslan M, Comert A, Acar HI, Kahilogullari G, Dolgun H, Tubbs RS, Tekdemir I. Relationship of dorsal root ganglion to intervertebral foramen in lumbar region: an anatomical study and review of literature. J Neurosurg Sci. 2016 Sep;60(3):339-44.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Choose the Best Hospital for VP Shunt Surgery in Turkey?

Choose a NABH- or JCI-accredited tertiary care hospital with a specialised neurosciences or neurology unit. A fully equipped neuro ICU and 24/7 emergency care. On-site neuroimaging (MRI, CT) and ICP monitoring. Access to programmable shunt systems. Availability of CSF testing, infection monitoring, and endoscopy for ETV.

Can I Consult a Neurosurgeon Online Before I Travel? How Can I Access Patient Reviews?

Yes, MediGence enables virtual consultations with neurosurgeons for diagnosis and treatment planning. Upload neuroimaging (CT/MRI), previous surgical reports, and medical history. Share symptoms like headache, nausea, vision changes, gait disturbance, or developmental delays. View doctor profiles, success stories, and patient experiences on the MediGence platform. Schedule a secure video consultation for pre-evaluation

How Long Will I Need to Stay in Turkey for VP Shunt Surgery?

For VP shunt surgery in Turkey, patients usually need to stay for about 7 to 10 days. This includes 1–2 days for preoperative tests, 2–3 days of hospitalisation for the procedure and initial recovery, and 3–5 days for postoperative observation and follow-up. If there are no complications, most patients can safely return home within this timeframe. However, some clinics may recommend staying up to 14 days to ensure proper healing and follow-up before flying, especially for international patients.

Can International Patients Access VP Shunt Treatment in Turkey?

Yes. Turkey is a leading hub for neurosurgery with cost-effective, globally accredited care. Benefits include:

  • English-speaking neurosurgeons with international training
  • Access to programmable and infection-resistant shunt systems
  • Dedicated support for pediatric and adult hydrocephalus

MediGence provides:

  • Priority neurosurgical appointments and operating slots
  • End-to-end visa, travel, and stay assistance
  • Post-surgery records and coordination with doctors in your home country
What Qualifications and Experience Should the Doctor Have for VP Shunt Surgery?

In Turkey, a neurosurgeon who performs ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt surgery should hold a medical degree (MD) with a neurosurgery speciality, usually after completing five to six years of residency training. Depending on the patient group, ideal physicians should possess specialised training in neuroendoscopy, pediatric or adult neurosurgery, and hydrocephalus treatment. In nations like the USA, Germany, or Switzerland, many also finish fellowships or advanced training programs. Membership in international societies, such as the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) or AO Spine is is a further qualification.

Can I Get a Second Opinion for VP Shunt Before Surgery?

Yes. MediGence supports:

  • Second opinions on MRI/CT reports and ICP readings
  • Advice on surgical necessity vs. ETV (endoscopic third ventriculostomy)
  • Evaluation of shunt revision cases or infection risks
  • Cross-consultation between pediatric and adult neurosurgeons
How Do I Verify the Credibility of a Neurosurgeon or Hospital?

Start by looking over the physician's profile on the hospital's website, paying particular attention to credentials, years of experience, and speciality, in order to confirm the legitimacy of a neurosurgeon or hospital in Turkey. Seek out fellowship training overseas and international memberships (such as EANS, AO Spine, and WFNS). If necessary, you can obtain the neurosurgeon's resume or inquire about their background in performing VP shunt surgeries by contacting the hospital directly.

What Should I Expect During a Virtual Consultation for VP Shunt via MediGence?

During your online session, the neurosurgeon will:

  • Review your symptoms and neuroimaging (MRI/CT)
  • Explain the type of hydrocephalus and whether VP shunt or ETV is needed
  • Discuss surgical approach, type of valve, and follow-up steps
  • Provide a cost estimate, travel plan, and recovery guidance