Dr. Askin Seker

About Dr. Askin Seker

Prof. Dr. Aşkın Şeker is a senior Neurosurgeon and academician with over 27 years of experience in brain, spine, and skull base surgery. Internationally trained as a neurovascular fellow at Yale University and a researcher at the University of Florida, he is a leading Aşkın Şeker Neurosurgeon known for endoscopic skull base surgery, microneurosurgery and functional neurosurgery for movement disorders.

27+ years of clinical experience in neurosurgery
47 international SCI publications, 33 international scientific event papers, 10 national articles, and chapters in 2 international books
Postdoctoral research at University of Florida, USA, in endoscopic skull base and brain anatomy
Recipient of multiple awards including Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgical Incentive Award and Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz 2013 Scientific Research Award
Special interests: endoscopic skull base surgery, neuroanatomy, functional neurosurgery, movement disorders, spinal surgery

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey, 1997
MS / Specialization in Neurosurgery — Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul, Turkey, 2002
PhD in Microneurosurgery — Marmara University Institute of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Turkey, 2010

Fellowships & Special Training

Neurovascular Research Fellow — Yale University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Brain and Nerve Surgery, USA, 2003–2004
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Endoscopic Skull Base & Brain Anatomy) — University of Florida, USA
Brain and Nerve Surgery Fellowship, 2008
Trainer Development Course in Clinical Settings — Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Certifications & Accreditations

Turkish Higher Education Council Neurosurgery Certification
Turkish Neurosurgical Society — Member
Turkish Medical Association — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Skull Base Tumours (Acoustic Neuroma, Meningioma, Pituitary Tumours)
Brain Tumours (Glioma, Metastases)
Cerebrovascular Diseases & Aneurysms
Movement Disorders (Parkinson's, Dystonia, Essential Tremor)
Herniated Disc (Lumbar & Cervical)
Spinal Stenosis & Spondylolisthesis
Spinal Tumours
Trigeminal Neuralgia & Hemifacial Spasm
Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (Surgical Aspects)

Sub-specialties

Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery: Minimally invasive endonasal and keyhole approaches to pituitary and skull base tumours — a flagship strength of this best Neurosurgeon doctor India and Turkey patients seek.
Functional Neurosurgery & Deep Brain Stimulation: DBS surgery for Parkinson's disease, dystonia and essential tremor.
Microneurosurgery & Neurovascular Surgery: Microsurgical aneurysm clipping, AVM resection and complex cerebrovascular cases.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery
Microneurosurgical Brain Tumour Resection
Cerebral Aneurysm Clipping
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
Lumbar & Cervical Disc Surgery
Spinal Decompression & Fusion
Microvascular Decompression for Trigeminal Neuralgia
Retrosigmoid & Suboccipital Approaches

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Askin Seker can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Medical Park Group, Istanbul — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Present

Past Affiliations

Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Brain & Nerve Surgery, Istanbul — Research Assistant / Faculty Member, 1997–2002 and onwards
Yale University Faculty of Medicine, Brain and Nerve Surgery, USA — Neurovascular Research Fellow, 2003–2004
University of Florida, USA — Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Endoscopic Skull Base & Brain Anatomy)

Academic & Research Roles

Faculty Member, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul
Trainer in Clinical Settings (Marmara University Faculty of Medicine)
Active researcher and author in microneurosurgery, skull base and neurovascular fields

Key Achievements

27+ years of neurosurgical experience
47 international SCI publications, 33 international scientific papers, 10 national articles, 2 international book chapters
International recognition for endoscopic skull base anatomy research at University of Florida
Multiple national awards including Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award (2013) and Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgical Incentive Award

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award, 2013
Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgical Incentive Award
ANTALYA "2nd Best Poster Award"
"Best Presentation Award," Scientific Congress, 2009

Professional Memberships

Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Turkish Medical Association

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Ceylan D, Tatarli N, Şeker A, Çavdar S, Kılıç T. "Surgical Exposure Gained in an Extended Retrosigmoid Approach to the Cerebellopontine Angle Compared to the Traditional Retrosigmoid Approach." Turk Neurosurg. 2015;25(5):728–736.
Bayrakli F, Poyrazoglu HG, Yuksel S, Yakicier C, Erguner B, Sagiroglu MS, Yuceturk B, Ozer B, Doganay S, Tanrikulu B, Şeker A, et al. "Hereditary spastic paraplegia with recessive trait caused by mutation in KLC4 gene." J Hum Genet. 2015 Oct.
Tanrikulu B, Ozen A, Gunal DI, Turkdogan D, Bayrakli F, Bayri Y, Dagcinar A, Şeker A. "Deep brain stimulation as a treatment for the dystonic storm in pantothenate kinase-associated neurodegeneration syndrome: a case report."
Ozdemir NG, Is M, Bozkurt SU, Kilic K, Şeker A. "Superior medullary velum: anatomical-histological study in the sheep brain and a preliminary tractographic study in the human brain." Turk Neurosurg. 2015;25(2):246–251.
Tanrikulu B, Hasanov T, Bozkurt SU, Şeker A. "Sacral Pure Spinal Epidural Cavernoma Mimicking Schwannoma: Case Report." Journal of Neurological Sciences (Turkish). 2015;32(2):44.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Endoscopic skull base anatomy and surgical exposure
Neurogenetic disorders and surgical management
Deep brain stimulation in movement disorders
Microneurosurgical approaches to the cerebellopontine angle

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Neurosurgery Consultation	₹4,000 – ₹8,500	$50 – $100
Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery	₹7,50,000 – ₹16,00,000	$9,000 – $19,200
Brain Tumour Resection (Microsurgical)	₹6,50,000 – ₹14,00,000	$7,800 – $16,800
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)	₹15,00,000 – ₹22,00,000	$18,000 – $26,000
Spinal Disc / Decompression Surgery	₹3,50,000 – ₹9,00,000	$4,200 – $10,800

*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What advanced technologies does Prof. Dr. Aşkın Şeker use in Neurosurgeon treatment?

Prof. Dr. Aşkın Şeker uses endoscopic endonasal skull base systems, advanced microneurosurgery instruments, intraoperative neuromonitoring, image-guided navigation and Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) technology. These tools allow him to treat skull base tumours, aneurysms and movement disorders with maximum precision and minimum disruption to surrounding healthy tissue.

2. What conditions does Prof. Dr. Aşkın Şeker specialize in treating?

As one of the best Neurosurgeon doctors India and Turkey patients seek, he treats skull base tumours, brain tumours, aneurysms, movement disorders (Parkinson's, dystonia, essential tremor), herniated discs, spinal stenosis, spinal tumours and trigeminal neuralgia. He is also frequently consulted for second opinions on complex revision spine and skull base cases.

3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. Dr. Aşkın Şeker?

Appointments with Prof. Dr. Aşkın Şeker can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.

4. Can international patients receive treatment from Prof. Dr. Aşkın Şeker?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. Aşkın Şeker, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.

5. What support is available for international patients?

International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.

6. Does Prof. Dr. Aşkın Şeker offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Neurosurgeon specialist in Istanbul, Turkey.

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