General Introduction
Neurosurgery in Turkey – World-Class Treatment in Medical Tourism
Neurosurgery (brain and spine surgery) is the medical specialty focused on the surgical treatment of disorders affecting the brain, spine, and central–peripheral nervous system.
With its state-of-the-art hospitals, highly experienced surgeons, and advanced medical technologies, Turkey has become one of the world’s leading destinations for neurosurgery within the scope of medical tourism.
Main Areas of Neurosurgery in Turkey
Expert neurosurgical teams in Turkey provide advanced treatments in:
Brain and spinal tumors – surgical removal of tumors or compressive masses.
Cerebrovascular diseases – aneurysm surgery, arteriovenous malformations (AVM), cavernomas.
Carotid stenosis – surgical treatment of narrowed carotid arteries.
Congenital nervous system disorders – meningomyelocele, hydrocephalus, cranial malformations.
Spinal disorders – lumbar and cervical disc herniation, spinal fractures.
Peripheral nerve surgery – treatment of nerve compression, tumors, and injuries in arms and legs.
Brain hemorrhages and vascular anomalies.
Epilepsy surgery – for severe drug-resistant epilepsy cases.
Parkinson’s disease & movement disorders – deep brain stimulation (DBS) and other surgical methods.
Functional neurosurgery – trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm, cancer pain, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Stereotactic radiosurgery – advanced techniques such as Gamma Knife for targeted tumor and lesion treatment.
Advantages of Neurosurgery in Turkey
Patients traveling to Turkey for neurosurgery benefit from:
World-class surgical equipment and operating theaters
Experienced and internationally certified neurosurgeons
Easy access from Europe and the Middle East
High success rates at more affordable costs
Comprehensive post-surgery rehabilitation services
A Trusted Destination for International Patients
Turkey is a preferred medical tourism hub for neurosurgery patients from the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, and Middle Eastern countries.
Treatment is combined with a comfortable medical and touristic experience, ensuring safety, quality, and patient satisfaction at every stage.