Dr. Halil Olgun Peker

About Dr. Halil Olgun Peker

Dr. Halil Olgun Peker is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon and Assistant Professor in Istanbul, Turkey, with over 19 years of clinical experience. As a recognised Neurosurgeon in Istanbul, he is widely consulted by international patients for spine surgery, scoliosis, neuro-oncology, and complex spinal disorders.

19+ years of operative neurosurgical experience
Visiting Scholar at the University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery, Madison, USA (2017)
Recipient of the Certificate of Achievement from the Ministry of Health, Sirnak
Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society, Turkish Spine Society, EUROSPINE, and Congress of Neurological Surgeons
Specialist in scoliosis, spinal canal stenosis, neck hernia, and complex spine disorders

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
MS Neurosurgery — Health Sciences University, Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
Specialty completion — Istanbul Bakirkoy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Training and Research Hospital, 2014

Fellowships & Special Training

Visiting Scholar — University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery, Madison, USA, 2017
Specialised training in Spine Surgery (Turkish Neurosurgery Society Spinal & Peripheral Nerve Surgery Programme, 2018–2019)
Pediatric Neurosurgery training (Turkish Neurosurgery Association Programme, 2019)
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery training (2019)

Certifications & Accreditations

Turkish Medical Association — Registered Practitioner
Turkish Neurosurgery Association — Member
Turkish Spine Society — Member
EUROSPINE — Member
Congress of Neurological Surgeons — Member
Associate Professor (Doçent) — Neurosurgery, 2021
Certificate of Achievement — Ministry of Health, Sirnak

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Spinal Cord Tumours
Brain Tumours (Including Glioma)
Herniated Disc (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
Scoliosis and Spinal Deformities
Spinal Canal Stenosis
Neck Hernia
Spinal Fractures
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Brainstem Haemorrhage
Pediatric Neurosurgical Conditions
Cerebral Aneurysms

Sub-specialties

Spine Surgery and Scoliosis Correction: Microsurgical and minimally invasive spinal procedures — a trusted neurosurgery specialist Istanbul Turkey for international patients seeking the best neurosurgeon doctor in India and abroad.
Neuro-oncology: Microsurgical management of brain and spinal tumours, including gliomas.
Pediatric Neurosurgery: Surgical care for paediatric brain and spine conditions.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Microdiscectomy and Spinal Fusion
Scoliosis Correction Surgery
Spinal Tumour Resection
Brain Tumour Microsurgical Resection
Microvascular Decompression for Trigeminal Neuralgia
Brainstem Haemorrhage Surgery
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
Epidural Injection (Non-Surgical Hernia Treatment)

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Halil Olgun Peker can be consulted

Spinal Cord Tumours

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital (Altinbas University) — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Istanbul, Turkey, 2020–Present

Past Affiliations

Biruni University Hospital — Consultant Neurosurgeon, Istanbul, Turkey, 2021
Health Sciences University Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital — Specialist Neurosurgeon, Istanbul, Turkey, 2014–2021 (7.5 years)
Sirnak State Hospital — Consultant Neurosurgeon (Past)
Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital — Specialist Doctor, Istanbul, Turkey, 2008–2013

Academic & Research Roles

Associate Professor (Doçent) — Neurosurgery, 2021
Visiting Scholar — University of Wisconsin Department of Neurosurgery, USA, 2017

Key Achievements

19+ years of operative neurosurgical experience
Recipient of the Certificate of Achievement from the Ministry of Health, Sirnak
Promoted to Associate Professor in 2021
Multiple national and international peer-reviewed publications in neurosurgery

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Certificate of Achievement — Ministry of Health, Sirnak

Professional Memberships

Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Turkish Spine Society
EUROSPINE
Turkish Medical Association
Congress of Neurological Surgeons

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Multiple peer-reviewed publications in neurosurgery, spine surgery, neuro-oncology (including glioma), and pediatric neurosurgery. Specific full citation list not publicly indexed in full.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Spine surgery and scoliosis correction outcomes
Glioma microsurgical management
Pediatric neurosurgery
Gamma Knife radiosurgery applications

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Neurosurgery Consultation	₹4,000 – ₹10,000	$50 – $120
Microdiscectomy	₹3,00,000 – ₹6,50,000	$3,600 – $7,800
Scoliosis Correction Surgery	₹6,50,000 – ₹15,00,000	$7,800 – $18,000
Brain Tumour Surgery	₹5,50,000 – ₹12,00,000	$6,500 – $14,500
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery	₹4,50,000 – ₹9,00,000	$5,500 – $11,000

*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 Dr. Halil Olgun Peker use in Neurosurgeon treatment?

Dr. Halil Olgun Peker uses advanced microsurgical and minimally invasive technologies including Gamma Knife radiosurgery, neuronavigation, intra-operative microscopy, image-guided spinal instrumentation, and epidural enzyme injection for non-surgical hernia treatment. These tools support precise treatment for international patients.

2. What conditions does Dr. Halil Olgun Peker specialize in treating?

Dr. Halil Olgun Peker is an experienced Neurosurgeon in Istanbul, Turkey, treating spinal cord tumours, brain tumours including glioma, herniated disc, scoliosis, spinal canal stenosis, neck hernia, spinal fractures, trigeminal neuralgia, and paediatric neurosurgical conditions. He is widely consulted as a top neurosurgery specialist for complex cases.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Halil Olgun Peker?

Appointments with Dr. Halil Olgun Peker 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 Dr. Halil Olgun Peker?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Halil Olgun Peker, 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 Dr. Halil Olgun Peker offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Halil Olgun Peker 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.

About Dr. Halil Olgun Peker