Spinal cord stimulator (SCS)
All specialties
Filters
Country
Popular filters
Additional service
Doctor’s experience, years
Bookimed score
Last updated: 8/16/2024

Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) in Turkey: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

Content meets the Bookimed Editorial Policy and is medically reviewed by
Fahad Mawlood - General practitioner. Winner of 4 scientific awards. Served in Western Asia. Former Team Leader of a medical team supporting Arabic-speaking patients. Now responsible for data processing and medical content accuracy.
Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) in Turkey: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

Don't Miss Out On Top-Rated Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Specials in Turkey for February 2025

NEW
Turkey, Istanbul
Dr. Mustafa Kilic is a dedicated neurosurgeon specializing in neuromodulation treatments. Dr. Mustafa Kılıç Clinic is a leading neurosurgery center in Istanbul, Turkey. Included services: Consultation with a doctor, blood tests, consultation with an anesthesiologist, consultation with a surgeon, 5* hotel, VIP transfer. Stay info: 3 days stay in the hospital, 18 days stay in the hotel, included in the price.
Read more Hide details
Package price
$26000
Best price
Turkey, Istanbul
Dr. Halil Can has published multiple articles on spinal cord injuries in internationally refereed journals. Atlas University Medicine Hospital serves patients from diverse nationalities for advanced spinal procedures. Included Services: Blood tests, consultation with anesthesiologist, neurosurgeon, surgeon, hospitalization, VIP transfer. Stay Info: 1-day hospital stay included, 0 days hotel stay.
Read more Hide details
Package price
$6500
NEW
Turkey, Eskisehir
Dr. Mehmet Besir Surme has authored numerous scientific articles on spinal surgeries, showcasing his expertise. Dr. Mehmet Besir SURME Clinic treats international patients from the Balkans, Asia, and CIS countries. Included Services: Hospitalization, hotel stay, airport-clinic-airport transfer. Stay Info: 4 days in hospital, 3 days in hotel, included in the price. Technique: Spinal cord stimulation.
Read more Hide details
5.0
Package price
$22000

20 Recent Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Reviews in Turkey: Check Real Patient Experience

Anonymous • Epilepsy Ukraine Sep 28, 2024

Verified review.
Dr Sait has worked wonders
On the 18th he underwent surgery with a vagus nerve stimulator on the 25th and it was connected. Dr Sait has worked wonders. Daytime seizures are very rare but nighttime seizures have changed completely. I am 35 years old and so far only the first connection 0.25 paediatric dose and 5 more connections. Thank you to the neurologist Dr Yemmir who agreed to treat me. For all my years my encephalogram is finally normal. I am from abroad. I don't live in Istanbul. But I thank the whole clinic, all the doctors, all the interpreters, all the staff. Read more less

Гульмира • Gamma Knife Kazakhstan Nov 29, 2024

Verified review.
I would recommend this clinic and especially the professor to anyone who needs treatment related to trigeminal nerve
I underwent Gamma Knife surgery on my trigeminal nerve at Medical Park Clinic and I would like to express my huge gratitude to all the medical staff and especially to the professor who performed the procedure. The operation was difficult, as it involved the trigeminal nerve and there was a risk of injury to nearby nerves. However, thanks to the professionalism and high qualifications of the professor, everything went well. He performed the procedure with jewellery precision, minimising possible risks and ensuring an excellent result. The Medical Park clinic also impressed with its high level of service, attentive attitude to patients and modern technological base. I felt in safe hands from the moment of consultation to the end of the rehabilitation period. I would recommend this clinic and especially the professor to anyone who needs treatment related to trigeminal nerve. Thank you for your work and care! Read more less

Nurgul' • Consultation with a neurologist Kazakhstan Nov 21, 2024

Verified review.
The paediatric neurologist does not dispose the child to herself
The paediatric neurologist does not dispose the child to herself, immediately started talking to the child in her own language, and the child did not understand her, and she took it as if he did not react to her. And she made a diagnosis on this basis. Secondly, there aren't enough interpreters. They're torn between clients, Read more less

Desislava • Parkinson's disease Bulgaria Nov 23, 2022

Verified review.
"But I want to express my deepest and heartfelt thanks to our assistant from the first day, a month before we arrived at Mahmoud Kathab hospital, this young man is gifted with a huge heart, I think he was the person who made me choose MEDIPOL PARMERA etc
I would like to express our satisfaction with the DBS operation, the stay in the hospital, which I dare to say at the world level. Dr. Ali Zirh is an absolute professional, precise, clear, concrete and above all very human. But I want to express my deepest and heartfelt thanks to our assistant from the first day, a month before we arrived at Mahmoud Kathab hospital, this young man is gifted with a huge heart, I think he was the person who made me choose MEDIPOL PARMERA etc. Ali Zarh. Last but not least, I am fascinated by the neurologist Dr. Basak and her team, who for 21 days took care of regulating the exact therapy and impulses of my husband. Our entire stay was reduced to the last detail for our benefit, to feel at home. We have not regretted it for a moment, that we chose MEDIPOL MEGA GROUP, thank you Mahmoud, you were born to help people like us!!! Please to reword Mahmoud Kathab ,he deserved a lot!!! Read more less

Аizhan • Parkinson's disease Kazakhstan Jul 12, 2024

Verified review.
The bookimed service is top notch
Good, modern clinic. We had to wait for an appointment, but we were satisfied. Special thanks to bookimed and the manager Marina, they dealt with our enquiry very quickly and efficiently and got us an appointment as soon as possible. I tried to contact the clinic myself but it is a very long process. The bookimed service is top notch Read more less

Tamila Djuraeva • Neuritis of the facial nerve Uzbekistan Feb 10, 2019

Verified review.
Konsul 'tantu Kirillu i osobaya blagodarnost'
Klinika ochen "ponravilos", esli nachat "s organozacii vsey konsul" tacii, to vse predusmotreno do malen "kih detaley. Sami vrachi otlichnie! Ogromnoe spasibo perevodchicce Zulfie! Konsul "tantu Kirillu i osobaya blagodarnost" Read more less

Client • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Kazakhstan Nov 29, 2024

Verified review.
We liked everything from the staff to the doctor who examined us
We liked everything from the staff to the doctor who examined us. There are interpreters in all languages. Qualified specialists. Thank you all for your attention Read more less

Анна • Multiple sclerosis Ukraine Feb 26, 2019

Verified review.
When we were going to go, we were told that we would have a lot of tests, a puncture, an MRI, etc. When we arrived, we were not placed where we planned, not for 35USD, but for 45 USD per day. When we arrived at the clinic, nobody took anything except for a blood test. As a result, that in Medipol, that in Ukraine we got the result word for word, the preparations were pricked by the very same ones as in Ukraine. The clinic coordinator has not been seen once. We had a girl translator - her name is Shazoda - a good, intelligent girl, she translated everything, but we did not see the coordinator. We were told that they would give extracts in Russian and in English, but sent in Turkish. Thanks to Maxim Voloshin, he is our coordinator in Bookimed, a very clever boy, we received translations into Russian, thank him very much. Without Maxim, we wouldn't do it at all Read more less

Ion Scripliuc • Epilepsy Moldova Feb 22, 2024

Verified review.
The professionalism of the doctors is top notch
The professionalism of the doctors is top notch. The availability of modern equipment is attractive. The medical staff is attentive and responsive to patients. Excellent work of the international department in terms of logistics and translators, which allows you to concentrate as much as possible on the diagnosis and communication with doctors. Availability of separate rooms per patient during hospitalization. Ensuring adequate prices for hotel rooms. In simple words: the transfer operates from the airport to the hotel and back, daily to the clinic and back to the hotel. There was always a translator with us at the clinic who took us where we needed to go. We received professional medical care. Read more less

Valerie Tully • Cell Therapy United Kingdom Feb 29, 2024

Verified review.
I would not hesitate to go back to this hospital and see the doctors and event for any other reason I would definitely come back to Turkey to the memorial Hospital
Dr and staff was amazing. They fulfilled their jobs are specialist. The translator we had was amazing. He explained majority of everything Hospital hospital cleanliness was superb.. I would not hesitate to go back to this hospital and see the doctors and event for any other reason I would definitely come back to Turkey to the memorial Hospital. I saw the cardiologist, lung specialist and also had Thank you Read more less

Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Overview in Turkey

Verified patient reviews - 20
Requests processed - 25926
Bookimed fees - $0

How Much Does Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Cost in Turkey?

The average price of Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) in Turkey is $19250, the minimum price is $15000, and the maximum price is $23000.
Request the price
Turkey Austria Spain
Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) from $22000 -from $20727
The total cost is calculated individually. It may range depending on your medical issue, doctor's qualification, procedure complexity and related complications (if they occur). You’ll get the exact price for a plastic surgery procedure after a consultation with a doctor.
Below average
Above average
According to 11 clinics presented in the ranking
Discover the Best Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Clinics in Turkey: 11 Verified Options and Prices
Check the hospital ranking based on requests and 20 reviews to pick the right Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) clinic for you.
Limited-time deal
Turkey, Istanbul
92% patients recommend

Read more details Hide details

VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, Turkey. The team is dedicated to neurosurgery, obstetrics, and gynecology. VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital serves only adults. Patients most often visit from Europe and the Commonwealth, the USA, Canada, Australia, and CIS countries.

Spinal cord stimulator (SCS)
Package price
$15000
Submit a free request
Ask us any question you might have
We’ll respond in 5 minutes
Limited-time deal
Turkey, Eskisehir
100% patients recommend

Read more details Hide details

Dr. Mehmet Besir SURME Clinic is a state multi-specialty medical center in Eskisehir, Turkey. The team focuses on neurosurgery, neurologic surgery, spinal surgery, and pediatric neurosurgery. Dr. Mehmet Besir Surme heads the clinic and specializes in deep brain stimulation, vagus nerve stimulation, spinal cord stimulation, sacral nerve stimulation, baclofen pump implantation, psychosurgery, and transcranial magnetic stimulation.

The clinic serves both adults and children. It is certified for health tourism and treats international patients. Patients from the Balkans, Asia, and CIS countries visit the clinic most often.

Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Patient Experience Reviews
Verified review.
— Andrew Waddington
United Kingdom, May 18, 2024
May 18, 2024 • Verified review.
Spinal cord stimulator (SCS)
Package price
$22000
Submit a free request
Ask us any question you might have
We’ll respond in 5 minutes
Best price
Turkey, Istanbul
92% patients recommend

Read more details Hide details

Atlas University Medicine Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, Turkey, specializing in neurosurgery, orthopedics, dental treatment, and plastic surgery. It has high success rates: 98.0% for knee arthroscopy, 95.0% for physiotherapy, and 99.0% for knee and hip replacements, hallux valgus surgery, coronary angiography, and septoplasty.

With 25 years of experience, Atlas University International serves patients from 160 countries, treating both adults and children. The hospital greets patients at the airport and assists them throughout their stay, ensuring continuous support for any questions or requests. Each patient is connected with the most suitable, experienced doctor, regardless of ethnicity or nationality. Annually, 565,000 patients seek care at the hospital, primarily from Europe, the Commonwealth, Africa, and Arab League States.

Spinal cord stimulator (SCS)
Package price
$6500
Submit a free request
Ask us any question you might have
We’ll respond in 5 minutes
Limited-time deal
Turkey, Istanbul
92% patients recommend

Read more details Hide details

Dr. Mustafa Kılıç Clinic is a leading neurosurgery center in Istanbul, Turkey. With over 17 years of experience, Dr. Mustafa Kılıç is a skilled neurosurgeon who specializes in a wide range of brain surgeries. He is an expert in treating brain tumors, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease. Dr. Kılıç has successfully performed deep brain stimulation, discectomy, and other neurosurgical procedures.

Spinal cord stimulator (SCS)
Package price
$26000
Submit a free request
Ask us any question you might have
We’ll respond in 5 minutes
Turkey, Istanbul
91% patients recommend

Read more details Hide details

Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is the largest multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul. It is the 1st hospital in Turkeу and the 21st in the world accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI) for the high quality of treatment.

Memorial Şişli specialties are the following: oncology, transplant, , neurosurgery, weight loss surgery, including gastric lap banding, and organ transplant. The success rate of organ transplant at Memorial is 90%.

Patients from 92 countries choose Memorial Şişli for treatment annually.

Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Patient Experience Reviews
Verified review.
My father, 76 years old, had a knee replacement - Dr Olcay Guller. The doctor is very competent, trustworthy, attentive, positive and charismatic. This is important because my father was very worried and doubtful, but after the first meeting with the doctor he was completely reassured. All pre-operative investigations were organised quickly. Preparation for the operation and the operation itself - everything went smoothly. The next morning my dad was already walking along the corridor with the help of crutches. Nurses and nurses are attentive and friendly, no remarks. Feeding was also excellent, even a lot. I was placed in a spacious ward with a large window and air conditioning. In the bathroom everything is adapted for immobile patients, spacious barrier-free shower. On the territory of the hotel there are a couple of cafes with a good menu, Starbucks. The internet in the hospital is quite good.
Read more
— Larisa
Serbia, Apr 6, 2024
Apr 6, 2024 • Verified review.
Submit a free request
Ask us any question you might have
We’ll respond in 5 minutes

5 Before & after photos

Browse Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) before & after photos shared by doctors from different clinics.
Turkey, Istanbul
92% patients recommend

Read more details Hide details

Anadolu Medical Center is a multidisciplinary facility providing American treatment standards at affordable prices in Istanbul (Turkey). Anadolu affiliates with the Johns Hopkins Hospital, one of the best medical facilities in the USA.

Oncology, hematology oncology, urology, neurosurgery, women's health, , and check-up are the leading specialties in Anadolu Hospital.

The medical center is among the Top 10 hospitals in the world according to the Medical Travel Quality Alliance (MTQUA), an international organization that promotes excellent standards of health services for medical tourists.

Patients from the United States, the United Kingdom, Romania, Bulgaria, and Azerbaijan choose Anadolu Medical Center.

Summary about Anadolu from patients' reviews:

The Anadolu Clinic is a highly-regarded medical facility located on the coast of the marble sea. It is renowned for its professionalism, cleanliness, and attention to detail. The staff is polite, attentive, and responsive to patients' needs. Highly-trained and skilled doctors are available for comprehensive examinations and treatments, and the recovery room is bright and comfortable with a beautiful view. Patients have benefited from the services of an excellent translator, Elmira, and the support of coordinators Zakhida, Bakhtygul, and Amina, Gayana. The clinic also offers a transfer service from the airport to the hotel and back, as well as booking a hotel conveniently located 10-15 minutes away. Anadolu is the perfect choice for a successful treatment and recovery.

Top 5 Anadolu Advantages: 

  1. Highly skilled and experienced medical staff 
  2. Advanced equipment 
  3. Personal coordinators and interpreters
  4. Pleasant atmosphere 
  5. Wide range of medical services and treatments
Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Patient Experience Reviews
Verified review.
Clinic Anadolu, Turkey Gebze. Thanks to the Bookimed platform, We were met at the airport by a transfer, taken directly to the hotel, booked through the clinic, in the morning he also took Us to the clinic, all on time without waiting. The clinic was greeted by Us, a very nice girl by the name of Gulnara, translator, they were booked in advance for the test, everything went very well, without expectations, everything is so pleasant, you don't even feel like you are in the hospital
Read more
— Алина
Kazakhstan, Oct 18, 2021
Oct 18, 2021 • Verified review.
Submit a free request
Ask us any question you might have
We’ll respond in 5 minutes
Turkey, Istanbul
89% patients recommend

Read more details Hide details

Memorial Hospital Bahçelievler (Memorial Bahçelievler Hastanesi) is a multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul with an eco-friendly design. There are a lot of green areas on the hospital territory, which contribute to patients’ psychological comfort and their speedy recovery.

The medical facility specializes in oncology treatments, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, brain surgery, urology, gynecology, general and robotic surgery.

Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Patient Experience Reviews
Verified review.
The paediatric neurologist does not dispose the child to herself, immediately started talking to the child in her own language, and the child did not understand her, and she took it as if he did not react to her. And she made a diagnosis on this basis. Secondly, there aren't enough interpreters. They're torn between clients,
Read more
— Nurgul'
Kazakhstan, Nov 21, 2024
Nov 21, 2024 • Verified review.
Submit a free request
Ask us any question you might have
We’ll respond in 5 minutes
Turkey, Ankara
100% patients recommend

Read more details Hide details

Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Ankara, Turkey. The team is dedicated to neurosurgery, orthopedics, gastroenterology, and transplantology.

Among the clinic's achievements are the success rates: 99.9% for discectomy, 99.9% for brain tumor removal, 99.9% for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery, 99.9% for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery, 99.9% for brain tumor removal.

Located in Sincan, Ankara, Lokman Hekim University Health Application and Research Center have provided exemplary healthcare since 2008. Spanning 17,500 square meters over eight floors, it transitioned to a university hospital in 2020, enhancing its medical care, education, and research. It offers comprehensive services, equipped with six operating theaters, a helipad, 82 ICU beds, and 134 inpatient beds. Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital serves both adults and children. Patients from the Balkans, Africa, and Arab League States visit the clinic most often.

Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Patient Experience Reviews
Verified review.
Great medical team! 🤍 The Translator's did not know medical terminology, and staff didn't know at all English, but we've managed with translation applications. They had to reopen me as a distancer put between my vetebras slipped (needed a bigger size to be put in there) Now im recovery nice and well and all thanks to these wonderful people's that helped! Totally recommend 100%
Read more
— Sfica Monica
Romania, Sep 21, 2024
Sep 21, 2024 • Verified review.
Submit a free request
Ask us any question you might have
We’ll respond in 5 minutes
Turkey, Istanbul
100% patients recommend

Read more details Hide details

Liv Hospital Vadistanbul is a new multi-specialty hospital in Istanbul continuing the Liv Hospital's journey in founding new facilities. Vadİstanbul specializes in robotic and traditional kidney transplantation, adult and pediatric cancer surgeries, adult and pediatric cardiac surgeries. The hospital has a heart health center, advanced endoscopy center, spine center and athlete health clinic, rehabilitation clinic, and .

Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Patient Experience Reviews
Verified review.
I liked the attitude of the clinic staff, the professionalism of the specialists, the feedback from the technical support. I recommend it to my friends and acquaintances.
Read more
— Oleh Chabanets
Kazakhstan, May 20, 2024
May 20, 2024 • Verified review.
Submit a free request
Ask us any question you might have
We’ll respond in 5 minutes
Turkey, Istanbul
92% patients recommend

Read more details Hide details

OrtoCare Clinic is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. The clinic specializes in orthopedics, rehabilitation, hand surgery, and spinal surgery. It is equipped with cryotherapy cabins to enhance patient care. OrtoCare Clinic provides services for adults and children, attracting around 1,000 patients annually. Most patients come from CIS countries, Europe, the Commonwealth, and Arab League states.

Submit a free request
Ask us any question you might have
We’ll respond in 5 minutes

Your Medical Travel Guide: Essential Tips and Advice

question
explanation

Our Doctors

Turkey, Istanbul
Cengiz Sen
Orthopedist
29 years of experience
Biruni University Hospital
Dr. Cengiz Sen is a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology with a wealth of knowledge and experience in Revision Arthroplasty, degenerative joint disease treatment, congenital limb deformities, orthopedic diseases of children, and stem cell therapy. He has produced numerous published articles on various orthopedic conditions and treatments, focusing on topics such as total knee replacement and infected nonunion.ExperienceOp. Dr., FSM Training and Research Hospital, 1996-2002Assoc. Prof. Dr., Gazi Osmanpaşa University, 2002-2008Prof. Dr., Gazi Osmanpaşa University, 2008-2010Prof. Dr., Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, 2010-2023 Operations providedOrthopedic rehabilitationKnee ArthroscopyAnterior cruciate ligament reconstruction cell therapyLimb prostheticsSurgery for forearm fractureKnee replacementKnee arthroplasticReconstruction of foot joints and toes cell therapy for arthritisArthroscopic meniscectomyArthrodesis of the ankle jointArthroplasty of Achilles tendons cell therapy for kneesHip replacementCourse of treatment with own Unicompartmental (partial) knee replacementBone Fracture TreatmentHip ArthroscopyBelow knee prosthesisElectronic leg prosthesisAbove knee prosthesisAnkle ArthroscopyTotal knee replacement (arthroplasty) revisionLeg orthoticsArthroscopic meniscus repairRobotic knee replacement surgery EducationDr. Sen is a graduate of Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of MedicineHe specialized in the Orthopedics and Traumatology Department of Istanbul University, where he wrote a thesis on 'Pelvic Osteotomies in Young Adult and Adult Patients with Acetabular Dysplasia' AwardsAOTT ORAL PRESENTATION
Turkey, Istanbul
Mehmet Tonge
Neurosurgeon
21 years of experience
Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)
Neurosurgery Training: Gazi University, Department of Neurosurgery, 2011 H index: 10, I10 Index: 12 Citations: 296 Dr Mehmet Tonge has international and nationwide 32 publications, 12 book chapters, 92 oral and poster presentations and 41 invited lectures, mostly on Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.  Work & Training experience:2004-2011: Gazi University, Department of Neurosurgery (Residency) 2008: Zurich University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery (Intraoperative MRI applications), Switzerland 2008: Zurich University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery: Microneurosurgery, white matter dissection, interventional neuroradiology courses, Switzerland 2011 – 2012: Sinop Ataturk State Hospital, Neurosurgeon 2012 – 2013: Cankiri State Hospital, Neurosurgeon 2013 – 2014: Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Neurosurgery & Gamma Knife Center (Ass Prof) 2013 – now: Maastricht University Neurosurgery & Neuroscience Department (Visiting scientist, PhDc) The Netherlands 2014: Maastricht University, The Netherlands: Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship 2014-2018: Istanbul Memorial Hospital Neurosurgery: Staff Neurosurgeon 2016-2018: Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital (Consultant, Gamma Knife Center) 2018-now: Istanbul Medipol University (Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery, Gamma Knife Center) Ass. Prof.)  Dr Mehmet Tonge has completed 4-year cycle EANS (European Association of Neurosurgical Societies) Training courses.  Clinical areas of interest: • Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery • Surgery for movement disorders* MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) • Gamma Knife Radiosurgery • Surgery for pain & spasticity • Psychosurgery Research areas of interest: • Deep brain stimulation* MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) • Stereotactic radiosurgery  Administrative duties: • Turkish Neurosurgical Society, Sterotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Section: Board member 2015- 2017 • Turkish Neurosurgical Society, Sterotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Section: Board member (Secretary) 2017-2019 • Turkish Skull Base Society: Board member 2016-2018 • Turkish Skull Base Society: Supervisory board member 2018-2020 • Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society: Executive Board Member, (Accountant) 2023-still  Memberships: • WSSFN (World Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Society) • ESSFN (European Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Society) • Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society • Deep Brain Stimulation Society • International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society • Leksell Gamma Knife Society • EANS (European Association of Neurosurgical Societies) • Turkish Neurosurgical Society• Turkish Skull Base Society  Sample Publications: 1. Tonge M. Technological developments in electric based DBS. Deep Brain Stimulation 2024 4(36-41) DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jdbs.2023.12.001 2. Akgul E, Onan HB, Islek I, Tonge M, Durmus Y, Barburoglu M, Azizova A, Erol C, Hakyemez B, Sencer S, Aydin K, Arat A. Flow diverter stents in the treatment of recanalized intracranial aneurysms. Interv Neuroradiol. 2021 Aug;27(4):481-489. doi: 10.1177/1591019921990507. Epub 2021 Jan 28. PMID: 33509011; PMCID: PMC8580529. 3. Mulders AEP, Temel Y, Tonge M, Schaper FLWVJ, van Kranen-Mastenbroek V,Ackermans L, Kubben P, Janssen MLF, Duits A. The association between surgical characteristics and cognitive decline following deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus in Parkinson's disease. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2021 Jan;200:106341. doi: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2020.106341. Epub 2020 Nov 3. PMID: 33160716. 4. Wetzelaer P, Vlis T, Tonge M, Ackermans L, Kubben P, Evers S, Kocabicak E, Temel Y. Management of Hardware Related Infections after DBS Surgery: A Cost Analysis. Turk Neurosurg. 2018;28(6):929- 933. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.21511-17.1. PMID: 29465741. 5. Bedirli N, Emmez G, Ünal Y, Tönge M, Emmez H. Effects of positive end- expiratory pressure on intracranial pressure during pneumoperitoneum and Trendelenburg position in a porcine mode. Turk J Med Sci. 2017 Nov 13;47(5):1610-1615. doi: 10.3906/sag-1609-17. PMID: 29152942. 6. Sari R, Tonge M, Bolukbasi FH, Onoz M, Baskan O, Silav G, Elmaci I. Management of Failed Cranioplasty. Turk Neurosurg. 2017;27(2):201-207. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.15395-15.0. PMID: 27593759. 7. Tonge M, Kocabicak E, Ackermans L, Kuijf M, Temel Y. Final Electrode Position in Subthalamic Nucleus Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery: A Comparison of Indirect and Direct Targeting Methods. Turk Neurosurg. 2016;26(6):900-903. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.13739-14.1. PMID: 27337232. 8. Tonge M, Ackermans L, Kocabicak E, van Kranen-Mastenbroek V, Kuijf M, Oosterloo M, Kubben P, Temel Y. A detailed analysis of intracerebral hemorrhages in DBS surgeries. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2015 Dec;139:183-7. doi: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2015.10.017. Epub 2015 Oct 23. PMID: 26513430. 9. Silav G, Bölükbaşı FH, Özek E, Tönge M, Önöz M, Elmacı İ. A Simple Technique for Bone Storage after Decompressive Craniectomy in Children. Pediatr Neurosurg. 2015;50(3):161-4. doi: 10.1159/000381748. Epub 2015 May 14. PMID: 25998533. 10. Yilmaz MB, Donmez H, Tonge M, Senol S, Tekiner A. Vertebrojugular arteriovenous fistula and pseudoaneurysm formation due to penetrating vertebral artery injury: case report and review of the literature. Turk Neurosurg. 2015;25(1):141-5. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.8247-13.1. PMID: 25640560. 11. Kurt G, Tönge M, Çeltıkçı E, Çapraz I, Serdaroğlu A, Bılır E. Surgery for intractable temporal lobe epilepsy: experience of a single institution. Turk J Med Sci. 2014;44(5):866-70. doi: 10.3906/sag-1307- 30. PMID: 25539559. 12. Yılmaz MB, Tönge M, Emmez H, Kaymaz F, Kaymaz M. Neuroprotective effects of quetiapine on neuronal apoptosis following experimental transient focal cerebral ischemia in rats. J Korean Neurosurg Soc. 2013 Jul;54(1):1-7. doi: 10.3340/jkns.2013.54.1.1. Epub 2013 Jul 31. PMID: 24044072; PMCID: PMC3772279. 13. Yilmaz MB, Egemen E, Tonge M, Kaymaz M. Transoral protrusion of a peritoneal catheter due to gastric perforation 10 years after a ventriculoperitoneal shunting: case report and review of the literature. Turk Neurosurg. 2013;23(2):285-8. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.4904-11.1. PMID: 23546921. 14. Omerhodzic I, Tonge M, Matos B, Musabeliu E, Raspanti C, Ferdinandov D, Galimova R, Muroi C, Balik V, Kursumovic A. Neurosurgical training programme in selected European countries: from the young neurosurgeons' point of view. Turk Neurosurg. 2012;22(3):286-93. doi: 10.5137/1019- 5149.JTN.5133-11.0. PMID: 22664994. 15. Ergun E, Kurt G, Tonge M, Aytar H, Tas M, Baykaner K, Ceviker N. Effects of phenytoin sodium on dura mater healing in a rat model of CSF leakage. Turk Neurosurg. 2011;21(4):471-6. PMID: 22194102. 16. Emmez H, Tonge M, Tokgoz N, Durdag E, Gonul I, Cevıker N. Radiological and histopathological comparison of microporous polysaccharide hemospheres and oxidized regenerated cellulose in the rabbit brain: a study of efficacy and safety. Turk Neurosurg. 2010 Oct;20(4):485-91. doi: 10.5137/1019- 5149.JTN.3300-10.2. PMID: 20963698. 17. Emmez H, Yildirim Z, Kale A, Tönge M, Durdağ E, Börcek AO, Uçankuş LN, Doğulu F, Kiliç N, Baykaner MK. Anti-apoptotic and neuroprotective effects of α-lipoic acid on spinal cord ischemiareperfusion injury in rabbits. Acta Neurochir (Wien). 2010 Sep;152(9):1591-600; discussion 1600-1. doi: 10.1007/s00701-010-0703-9. Epub 2010 Jun 10. PMID: 20535507. 18. Kurt G, Tonge M, Börcek AO, Karahacioglu E, Gurel O, Baykaner K, Ceviker N, Aykol S. Fractionated gamma knife radiosurgery for optic nerve tumors: a technical report. Turk Neurosurg. 2010 Apr;20(2):241-6. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.1681-09.3. PMID: 20401852. 19. Emmez H, Kale A, Tönge M, Cakir A, Ceviker N. Two meningiomas with different histological grades in the same patient. Case report. Neurol Med Chir (Tokyo). 2010;50(8):686-8. doi: 10.2176/nmc.50.686. PMID: 20805656.
Turkey, Istanbul
Erkan Kaptanoglu
Neurosurgeon
33 years of experience
Estexper Clinic
Prof. Erkan Kaptanoğlu, M.D. was born in Balikesir, Turkey in 1966. After completing his primary school, secondary school and high school education in Balikesir, he graduated from Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine in 1990. He completed his internship at Peterborough District Hospital and Lincoln County Hospital in the United Kingdom. After a year of compulsory medical service, he completed his residency, which he had started in 1992, at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital in 1997 and became a Neurosurgery Specialist. After being assigned at the same hospital as Chief Resident in the same year, he studied “spinal cord injury and spinal cord regeneration” as a “research fellow” alongside Prof. Charles Tator, M.D., at the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine in 1998-1999. After returning from Canada in 1999, he was tasked by the Ministry of Health to establish a Field Hospital and to work in cooperation with the Turkish Red Crescent Society at Hakkari, Şemdinli for two months. Following this assignment, he volunteered to work for the 1999 Marmara Earthquake relief effort.He became an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery in 2004. He earned the title Doctor of Science (Ph.D.) by completing a doctorate program on Advanced Neuroscience between 2000-2005, at Hacettepe University Institute of Medical Sciences. He joined the project for autologous stem cell therapy in human spinal cord injuries with the Departments of Neurosurgery and Hematology at the Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. In 2009, he was appointed as Deputy Chief to the 1st Neurosurgery Clinic at the Ankara Numune Hospital, where he had been working.At this hospital, in which he worked until 2010, he supervised and attended complex cranial, pediatric, spinal, trauma and vascular neurosurgery operations. He continued his academic research at Ankara University, Department of Anatomy and research laboratories of Ankara University and Hacettepe University for the purpose of developing strategies for complex spinal surgery operations.With his research on spinal cord injuries and spinal anatomy, he won many awards such as the Acibadem Hospital Medical Research Award, 1st Place in 2000, Turkish Neurosurgical Society Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award, Tübitak and Brain Research Society Wheyt Award in 2001, Turkish Neurosurgical Society Hamit Ziya Gokalp Young Neurosurgeons Research Award, 2nd Place in 2002, Turkish Neurosurgical Society Yildiz Yalcinlar Scientific Research Award in 2004.In 2010, he went to Cyprus to found the Near East University Faculty of Medicine Hospital with the guidance of Hacettepe University, and was appointed as full Professor. Between 2010-2015, he served as the Founder and Head of Department at the Near East University and Founder and Deputy Chief Physician at the University Training and Research Hospital in TRNC.In 2000-2001, he served as a member of the editorial board for Türk Nöroşirurji Dergisi and Turkish Neurosurgery journal. Between the years 2001-2006, he served as an assistant editor for Türk Nöroşirurji Dergisi and Turkish Neurosurgery journals. In 2002-2003, he served as the Chairman of the Young Neurosurgeons Committee under the Turkish Neurosurgical Society. He was elected to the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group Board of Directors to serve between 2003-2009. In 2013, he was again elected as a member to the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group Board of Directors. In 2015, he became the Chairman of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group Board of Directors. In 2018, he was elected as a member to the Board of Turkish Neurosurgery Academy.In 2015, he was appointed to the Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery and was elected as the Head of Department. During the same period, he also served as the Director of the Institute of Neuroscience. In 2018, he completed his tenure as the Head of Department. Reaching the end of this tenure in 2019, he retired from his duties as the Director of the Institute of Neuroscience and as a Member of the Faculty of Medicine. During his tenure at Marmara University, he supervised and accompanied surgical operations for complex cases from cranial patients to brain tumors (gliomas, meningiomas and hypophysis adenomas in particular), cerebral hemorrhages, Parkinson’s disease, trauma and vascular neurosurgery. He performed complex spinal surgery operations such as surgeries for spinal deformities (e.g. scoliosis and kyphosis), thoracoscopic spinal surgeries and sacral tumor surgeries. He conducted research and experimental studies on stem cell therapy and regeneration in spinal cord injuries. Between 2019-2020, currently He continues his clinical practice and surgeries along with his local and international academic studies, from his private clinic and Istanbul Brain and Spine Center.He has attended numerous national and international courses and meetings as an instructor and speaker, was a guest speaker in over 100 events and conferences. He has published 65 international, 35 national scientific articles, edited 7 books, written 52 book chapters. He has served in the organizational committee 5 times in international meetings and 22 times in national meetings.He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Cypriot Medical Association, Turkish Neurosurgical Society, Turkish Spine Society, EUROSPINE, AO Spine, Turkish Neurosurgery Academy.
This page may feature information relating to various medical conditions, treatments, and healthcare services available in different countries. Please be advised that the content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or guidance. Please consult with your doctor or a qualified medical professional before starting or changing medical treatment.

Bookimed editorial policy

As the leading global medical tourism platform, we have huge responsibility before our clients — both patients and medical centers. All the information provided on Bookimed.com is grounded in research, foresight, and expertise and meets high interest related to the product and follows:

Smart automatic ranking system

We form our listings of clinics and doctors with strict regulations of our smart automatic ranking system. The system is based on real Bookimed patient rates to provide the most objective and transparent information about clinics and medical services there.

Our experienced data scientist collects data daily, monitors and optimizes the ranking system using machine learning and artificial intelligence to ensure that the ranking system is up-to-date and provides accurate results.

Real people's experience only

We collect the opinions of Bookimed clients only after getting medical experience with the clinic — so everyone on the platform can trust the facility they choose. We strive to make the content on our platform as useful as possible and ensure the freedom to express critical opinions. Thus, we publish positive and negative reviews, aiming at being a source for informed decision-making for our future clients.

Topics with high levels of expertise, authority, and trustworthiness

On Bookimed.com you may find choice and convenience to find the best medical solutions from top medical services providers just in one place, and often at competitive prices. Making sure to deliver the freshest information, the clinic’s representatives update doctors’ CVs, clinics’ capacities, before-after pictures, prices, packages, and specials by themselves shortly. You may meet the clinic’s representative and check the date of updated content at every clinic’s page to make sure of its trustworthiness.

Our blog and supportive pieces are created by professional authors with at least 3-year experience in medical writing and edited by medical specialists with relevant clinical and research expertise — all carefully recruited to the team. We strive to enhance patient access to health information, making it expert but easy to understand. All pieces follow the Bookimed’s Editorial Guidelines.

Bookimed values

We are made of people and for people — and that's our core value. That's why all the data presented on the platform is collected, edited, reviewed, and updated regularly by our patients, our partner clinics, and our team, including the Bookimed Medical Advisory Board, which consists of the world-renowned doctors with value expertise over 20 years of practice, and a positive reputation. Learn more about us and our mission.

In case you find any mistake or have any questions on the information presented on Bookimed.com, please feel free to contact us at marketing@bookimed.com.