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Roth Jonathan
Roth Jonathan
Neurosurgeon
29 years of experience
4.4
146 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Roth Jonathan

Neurosurgeon
29 years of experience
Dr. Roth Jonathan is a highly experienced neurosurgeon and pediatric neurosurgeon with over 18 years of experience. He specializes in complex cases of hydrocephalus, brain tumors, colloid cysts, arachnoid cysts, craniopharyngiomas, endoscopic surgery, epilepsy surgery, and surgery for tuberous sclerosis-associated pathologies. He has performed various operations including brain tumor removal, deep brain stimulation surgery, and more. Dr. Roth is also an active member of several renowned professional organizations and has approximately 70 professional publications to his credit.Read more
Grossman Rachel
Grossman Rachel
Neurosurgeon
33 years of experience
4.4
146 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Grossman Rachel

Neurosurgeon
33 years of experience
Dr. Grossman Rachel is a renowned neurosurgeon with over 20 years of experience, specializing in brain tumor surgeries, including the removal of malignant and benign tumors, and developing unique techniques for glial mass removal. She has received international research awards and authored more than 40 scientific publications.Read more
Shlomi Constantini
Shlomi Constantini
Neurosurgeon
41 years of experience
4.4
146 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Shlomi Constantini

Neurosurgeon
41 years of experience

accreditations:

Congress of Neurological Surgeons
American Association of Neurological Surgeons
European Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery
International Federation of Neuroendoscopy

Professor Shlomi Constantini is a highly-trained neurosurgeon in Israel with expertise in general and pediatric neurosurgery, microsurgical operations, reconstructive interventions, and brain and spine tumor treatments. He has received several awards and is a member of multiple professional organizations.

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Margalit Navo
Margalit Navo
Neurosurgeon
31 years of experience
4.4
146 reviews
Israel, Tel Aviv
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Margalit Navo

Neurosurgeon
31 years of experience

Dr. Margalit Navo is a highly experienced neurosurgeon who heads the Neurosurgery Department at Ichilov (Sourasky) Medical Center. He specializes in the minimally invasive endoscopic removal of skull tumors in both adults and children and has performed over 170 successful surgeries for meningioma and skull base tumors. He is a member of the Israel Neurosurgical Society, North American Skull Base Society, and Israel Medicine Association.

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Serdal Gungor
Serdal Gungor
Pediatric neurosurgeon
32 years of experience
3.0
1 review
Turkey, Antalya
Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Serdal Gungor

Pediatric neurosurgeon
32 years of experience

Education and Specialization

  • Bachelor’s Degree: Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine (1987/1993)
  • Medical Specialization: Department of Pediatrics, Fırat University (1993/2001)
  • Subspecialty: Pediatric Neurology Unit, Hacettepe University (2002/2004)

Professional Experience

  • General Practitioner: Mardin State Hospital, Emergency Department (1993/1996)
  • Research Assistant: Faculty of Medicine, Fırat University (1996/2001)
  • Lecturer: Faculty of Medicine, İnönü University (2001/2002)
  • Subspecialty Research Assistant: Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University (2002/2004)
  • Assistant Professor: Faculty of Medicine, İnönü University (2004/2008)
  • Associate Professor: Faculty of Medicine, İnönü University (2008/2014)
  • Professor: Faculty of Medicine, İnönü University (2014/2023)
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Ibrahim Bayar Cinar
Ibrahim Bayar Cinar
Interventional cardiologist
37 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital

Ibrahim Bayar Cinar

Interventional cardiologist
37 years of experience

Education & Academic Qualifications

License (MD)

Field: Medicine

University: Istanbul University

Year: 1987

Residency

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Siyami Ersek Heart Center

Years: 1988–1994

Clinical Fellowship

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: University of Ottawa Heart Center (Canada)

Years: 1994–1995

Academic Titles & Positions

Assistant Professor

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Siyami Ersek Heart Center

Years: 1995–2008

Professor

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Altınbaş University

Years: 2014–2019

Membership in Scientific and Professional Organizations

-Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

-European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery

-European Society for Vascular Surgery

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Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran
Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran
Neurosurgeon
23 years of experience
5.0
3 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran

Neurosurgeon
23 years of experience

EDUCATION:

  • Turhan and Mediha Tansel Primary School (1979–1984)
  • Kültür College (1984–1988)
  • Semiha Şakir High School (1988–1991)
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (1991–1997)
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department, Specialist Training (1997–2002)
  • Title of Associate Professor in Neurosurgery (May 31, 2021)

ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

  • "Visiting Physician," University of Southern California, Department of Neurosurgery (1998)
  • "Microsurgery Training," GATA (Gülhane Military Medical Academy), Ankara Education and Research Hospital (2003)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

  • Gülhane Military Medical Academy Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital (2002–2003)
  • Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital (2003–2005)
  • Private Avicenna Ataşehir Hospital (2005–2012)
  • Private 29 Mayıs Hospital (2012–2013)
  • Maltepe State Hospital (2013–2018)
  • Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital (2018–2020)
  • Private Academic Hospital (2020–2022)
  • Hisar Intercontinental Hospital (2022–2024)
  • Private Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital (2024–Present)

ADMINISTRATIVE AND ACADEMIC ROLES:

  • Board Member, Neurosurgical Society (2006–2009)
  • Head of the Emergency Department, Maltepe State Hospital (2014–2016)
  • Deputy Chief Physician, Private Academic Hospital (2020–2021)
  • Advisory Board Member, Beykent University Faculty of Medicine (2018–2024)
  • Faculty Member, Galata University Faculty of Health Sciences (2022–2024)
  • Director, Continuous Education Center, Galata University (2022–2024)

 

 

 

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Kenan Kibici
Kenan Kibici
Neurosurgeon
32 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital

Kenan Kibici

Neurosurgeon
32 years of experience

Education & Academic Background

GATA School of Military Medicine – Medical Degree

GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital, Neurosurgery Clinic – Specialization in Neurosurgery

Beykent University – Master’s Degree in Hospital and Health Institutions Management

Professional Experience

GATA Military Medical Faculty – Internship in General Medicine 

Samsun Field (Sahra) Medical School Command – Physician 

Naval Command, Combat Fleet, TCG Effort – Medical Officer 

Submarine Battery Factory Infirmary, Turkish Naval Forces – Physician

Shipyard Command Infirmary, Turkish Naval Forces – Physician 

GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital – Chief Assistant, Neurosurgery Department 

Kasımpaşa Marine Hospital – Chief of Neurosurgery Clinic 

Bahçelievler Medical Park Hospital – Neurosurgery Specialist

Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine – Neurosurgery Lecturer

Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery – Faculty Member 

Certifications & Courses

-Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (BLS & ACLS) Courses

-GATA Military Medicine Faculty – Microsurgery Training Course

-Istanbul Vatan Hospital – Hand Surgery & Microsurgery Course

-Neuroanatomy Course

-Spine Surgery Course

Professional Memberships 

-Turkish Neurosurgery Association 
-Spine Society of Europa
-Turkish Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group

Research & Publications

Transpedicular fixation application in thoracic and lumbar stabilization, results and complications.
Yayla O, Demircan MN, Kutlay M, Çolak A, Seçer HI, Kıbıcı K, Tosyalı L, Akın ON, Alkan K. GATA Bulletin.

Effects of hyperbaric oxygen therapy on histopathological changes in acute period after crush trauma in rabbit sciatic nerve.
Akın ON, Kutlay M, Demirel D, Kıbıcı K, Elbüken E. J Atatürk Univ Med Fac.

Early diagnosis, follow-up and treatment of delayed traumatic intracerebral hematomas.
Kutlay M, Kıbıcı K, Demircan MN. Natl J Trauma.

Traumatic delayed epidural hematomas: Retrospective analysis of 7 new cases and 48 from literature.
Kutlay M, Çolak A, Kıbıcı K, Demircan MN, Akın ON. Natl J Trauma 1998.

Single vertebral body screw-rod or plate fixation for ventral thoracic spine lesions.
Kutlay M, Çolak A, Demircan MN, Akın ON, Kıbıcı K, Seçer HI, Tosyalı L. Turk Neurosurg 1999.

Peripheral nerve schwannomas.
Kutlay M, Çolak A, Akın ON, Demircan MN, Kıbıcı K, Topuz K, Başekim Ç, Demirel D. Turk J Neurosurg  1999.

Epidemiological study of traumatic spinal cord injuries.
Kutlay A, Kıbıcı K, Demircan MN. GATA Bulletin  1999.

Hyperbaric oxygen treatment on fetal spinal cord grafts: Preliminary study.
Kutlay M, Çolak A, Demircan MN, Akın ON, Kıbıcı K, Dündar K, Yıldırım Ş. Turk Neurosurg, 1999.

Corpus callosum lipomas with frontal subcutaneous lipomas.
Çolak A, Kutlay M, Başekim Ç, Kıbıcı K, Demircan MN. Gülhane Med J,  2000.

Morphometric study with image analysis sy in meningiomas.
Kıbıcı K, Kutlay M, Çolak A, Demircan MN, Akın ON, Baloğlu H. Turk J Neurosurg, 2003.

Morton Neuroma with Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: Case report.
Kıbıcı K, Demircan MN, Kıral A, Çolak A, Kutlay M, Akın ON. Turk J Neurosurg, 2006.

Carpal tunnel surgery with mini open technique: Functional results.
Kıbıcı K. Turk J Neurosurg, 2010.

Surgical treatment of common peroneal nerve entrapment: Clinical study.
Kıbıcı K. Turk J Neurosurg,  2010.

Cauda equina syndrome after sacrum transverse fracture: Case report.
Köksal V, Kıbıcı K. Turk J Neurosurg,  2010.

Schwannoma from sensory sural nerve: Case report.
Köksal V, Kıbıcı K. Erciyes Med J,  2013.

Clinical analysis of wrist drop due to radial tunnel syndrome.
Köksal V, Kıbıcı K, Kırbaş S. Indian J Med Res Pharm Sci,  2016.

Spinal subdural hematoma after minimally invasive lumbar discectomy.
Kıbıcı K, Atca AÖ, Erok B, Gültekin MZ. J Clin Rev Case Rep,  2019.

Rare variant of vertebral artery originating from external carotid artery.
Kıbıcı K, Atca AÖ, Erok B. J Clin Rev Case Rep,  2019.

Minimally invasive surgical treatment of piriformis syndrome.
Kıbıcı K, Atca AÖ, Erok B. J Clin Rev Case Rep,  2019.

Large suprasellar psammomatous meningioma: A rare variant.
Erok B, Kıbıcı K, Kaya RA. Pak J Radiol,  2020.

Large pericallosal lipoma after traumatic head injury: Case report.
Erok B, Kıbıcı K, Atca AÖ. Pak J Radiol,  2020.

Fungating orbital mass as presentation of retinoblastoma.
Kıbıcı K, Erok B, Akın O. J Acad Res Med, 2020.

Ligamentum flavum hematoma with L5-S1 pars defect: Case report.
Kıbıcı K, Erok B, Akın O. Indian J Neurosurg,  2020.

Radiation-induced brachial plexopathy in breast cancer: Surgical role.
Kıbıcı K, Erok B, Atca AÖ. Indian J Neurosurg, , 2020.

Drop foot due to peroneal intraneural ganglion: Case report.
Kıbıcı K, Erok B, Akın O. Indian J Neurosurg,  2020.

Surgical decompression of lateral femoral cutaneous nerve in meralgia paresthetica.
Kıbıcı K, Erok B, Atca AÖ. Indian J Neurosurg,  2020.

Pulmonary cavitation in COVID-19: Primary or secondary?
Erok B, Kıbıcı K, Atca AÖ. Afr J Respir Med,  2020.

Posterior dynamic stabilization for bilateral L5 pars defect.
Kıbıcı K, Erok B. Turk Neurosurg, , 2020.

Incidental MRI appearance of COVID-19 pneumonia.
Atca AÖ, Erok B, Kıbıcı K. Afr J Respir Med,  2020.

Orbital rhabdomyosarcoma in Li-Fraumeni syndrome.
Erok B, Kıbıcı K. Eur J Clin Exp Med,  2021.

Chest CT features of progressive COVID-19 pneumonia.
Erok B, Atca AÖ, Kıbıcı K. Acta Med Mediterr, 2021.

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Andreas Filis
Andreas Filis
Neurosurgeon
11 years of experience
Cyprus, Republic of Cyprus
German Medical Institute (GMI)

Andreas Filis

Neurosurgeon
11 years of experience
  • Education/Academic Experience
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  • 2004 medical doctor, University of Athhens
  • 2009 doctoral thesis in Germany: trigeminocardiac reflex in transsphenoidal surgery
  • 2008-2009 Research Fellow in minimally invasive lab, Rainbow and Babies Hospital, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
  • 2013 board certified in Neurosurgery in Bayern, Germany
  • 2013-2015 Clinical Fellowship in neurosurgical Oncology and spine surgery, Moffitt Cancer Center, University of South Florida, USA
  • 2015-2016 Clinical Fellowship in skull base surgery, LSUHSC, Louisiana

Professional Experience

  • 2013-2015 Clinical Fellowship in neurosurgical Oncology and spine surgery, Moffitt Cancer Center, University of South Florida, USA
  • 2015-2016 Clinical Fellowship in skull base surgery, LSUHSC, Louisiana
  • 2016-2018 attending neurosurgeon, imland Klinik Rendsburg, Germany
  • 2019 associete in American Medical Institute
  • 2021-2023 Head of Neurosurgery, Royal Artemis Hospital, Paphos
  • 2023- Head of Neurosurgery, German Medical Institute, Limassol

Certification&Courses

  • February 4-7, 2015 - 13th Annual Masters Course in Skull Base Surgery, Tampa FL
  • November 14-15, 2014 - Approaches for Brain Tumor and Vascular Neurosurgery, Hands-On Course, Tampa FL
  • July 19, 2014 - Radiofrequency-Targeted Vertebral Augmentation with the StabiliT Sy, Tampa, FL
  • March 1, 2014 - Complications in Complex Spine Surgery, Avoidance and Management, Medtronic, Tampa FL
  • February 21-22, 2014 - Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery and Navigation, Tampa FL
  • January 2014 - Kyphon Balloon Kyphoplasty, Tampa FL
  • January 27, 2012 - Microscopic and endoscopic approaches to the skull base, Hands-On Course, IRCAD, Strasbourg
  • May 27-29, 2010 - 2nd Baltic Sea 2010-International Hands-On Course on Full HD Endoscopic Neurosurgery, Greifswald
  • February 4-5, 2010 - Neurosurgical Management of Pituitary Tumors, Tuebingen
  • January 10, 2010 - Operative Techniques on degenerative lumbar spine, Hands-On Course, Munich
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Jacob Zauberman
Jacob Zauberman
5.0
2 reviews
Israel, Ramat Gan
Sheba Medical Center

accreditations:

American Association for the Surgery of Trauma

Dr. Jacob Zauberman is a highly experienced neurosurgeon specializing in brain tumors, epilepsy, endoscopic surgeries, and hydrocephalus treatment. He graduated from the Medical Faculty at the Technion in Israel and studied at BYU and Seattle Children's Hospital in the US. He is a member of the Israeli Association of Neurosurgeons, the American Neurosurgical Association, and the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma.

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Samuel Moskovichi
Samuel Moskovichi
Neurosurgeon
20 years of experience
4.5
12 reviews
Israel, Jerusalem
Hadassah Medical Center

Samuel Moskovichi

Neurosurgeon
20 years of experience
Dr. Samuel Moscovici is a highly rated doctor in Jerusalem, Israel, specializing in Epidermoid Cyst, Schwannoma, Neurosarcoidosis, Endovascular Embolization, and Stent Placement, with 67 peer reviewed articles in 15 years.Read more
Andry Key
Andry Key
Neurosurgeon
51 years of experience
4.5
12 reviews
Israel, Jerusalem
Hadassah Medical Center

Andry Key

Neurosurgeon
51 years of experience

Dr. Andrew Kaye is a leading neurosurgeon with 47 years of experience, specializing in surgical treatment of brain tumors, skull base surgery, removal of pituitary tumors, and surgery on the blood vessels of the brain. He is an award-winning doctor who graduated from the University of Melbourne, has held various positions of leadership, and is a member of several neurosurgical societies.

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Umut Dogu Akturk
Umut Dogu Akturk
Neurosurgeon
17 years of experience
4.2
32 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Emsey Hospital

Umut Dogu Akturk

Neurosurgeon
17 years of experience

Dr. X has 10 years of experience in Neurosurgery at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Diskapi Yildirim Beyazit Training and Research Hospital Neurology Clinic, Yozgat City Hospital, Private Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital, and Emsey Hospital.

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Melih Ucer
Melih Ucer
Neurosurgeon
18 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Neurosurgery Istanbul

Melih Ucer

Neurosurgeon
18 years of experience
Dr. Melih Ucer is a specialized Brain and Nerve Surgeon with a focus on Spine and Spinal Cord Surgery, Degenerative Spine Surgery, and Minimal Invasive Spine Surgery, among others. His career is marked by international practice in the USA and contributions to numerous scientific publications in the field of neurosurgery. He is also an associate professor as of 2021.Read more
Mehmet Onur Ozturk
Mehmet Onur Ozturk
Plastic surgeon
15 years of experience

Mehmet Onur Ozturk

Plastic surgeon
15 years of experience
Turkey, İzmir
Bewell Health Assistance
Hakan Kina
Hakan Kina
Neurosurgeon
13 years of experience
4.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital

Hakan Kina

Neurosurgeon
13 years of experience

Education & Specialization

  • 2004 – Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Education
  • 2012 – Ministry of Health Istanbul Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Training and Research Hospital – Specialization in Neurosurgery

Professional Experience

  • 2018 to 2019 – Iğdır State Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery – Specialist Doctor (State Service Obligation)
  • 2017 to 2018University of Wisconsin, Department of Neurosurgery, Madison, USAResearch Fellow and Clinical Observer at Microsurgical Skull Base Neuroanatomy Lab. (Prof. Dr. Mustafa K. Başkaya)
  • 2016 to 2017Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Neurosurgery ClinicResearch Fellow at Microsurgical Neuroanatomy Laboratory (Prof. Dr. Necmettin Tanrıöver)

Professional Memberships

  • -Turkish Medical Association
  • -Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • -Nervous Sy Surgery Association
  • -Turkish Neurosurgical Society – Surgical Neuroanatomy Teaching and Training Group
  • -Turkish Neuro-Oncology Association
  • -Skull Base Surgery Association
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Abdulkerim Gokoglu
Abdulkerim Gokoglu
Neurosurgeon
12 years of experience
Turkey, Kayseri
SYSTEM HOSPITAL

Abdulkerim Gokoglu

Neurosurgeon
12 years of experience
Dr. Abdulkerim Gokoglu is a Neurosurgery Specialist with expertise in brain tumors, spinal diseases, head trauma, congenital nervous sy disorders, and spine deformities. He holds a PhD in Clinical Anatomy and has extensive experience in brain and nerve surgery, stroke, paralysis, aneurysms, hemorrhage, tumors, hernias, and traumatic situations.Read more
Mehmet Ozek
Mehmet Ozek
Neurosurgeon
44 years of experience
4.1
7 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Acibadem Altunizade Clinic

Mehmet Ozek

Neurosurgeon
44 years of experience

accreditations:

American Association of Neurological Surgeons

Dr. Aşkın Şeker is a highly respected Neurosurgeon with 23+ years of experience and numerous awards and achievements. He has interests in endoscopic skull base surgery, neuroanatomy, functional neurosurgery, movement disorders, spinal surgery, herniated disc, neck hernia and endoscopic surgeries. He is a member of numerous professional organizations and has 47 articles published in SCI international journals, papers presented in 33 international scientific meetings, 10 articles in national journals, and wrote chapters for 2 international books.

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