Memorial Hospitals Group, İstanbul – Turkey
About Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman
Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with over 25 years of experience and one of the most respected Neurosurgeon specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. He is internationally recognised for spine surgery, deformity correction, and minimally invasive spinal techniques, and is also the inventor of a patented spinal laminoplasty plate.
- 25+ years of experience in neurosurgery and spine surgery
- 173+ research publications including 65 international and 35 national articles
- 52 book chapters authored and 7 books edited
- Inventor of a patented spinal laminoplasty plate; lead on 15+ innovation projects
- Founder of the Bosphorus Spine Study Group and Mediterranean Spine Study Group
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MD — Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Izmir, Turkey, 2001
- Neurosurgery Specialisation — Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine, Manisa, Turkey, 2009
- Associate Professor in Neurosurgery — 2015
Fellowships & Special Training
- Spine Deformity Fellowship — Ankara Spine Center, Ankara, Turkey, 2013–2014
- Advanced training in minimally invasive spinal surgery and deformity correction
Certifications & Accreditations
- Turkish Medical Association — Registered Practitioner
- Turkish Neurosurgery Association — Member
- Turkish Spine Society — Member
- EUROSPINE — Member
- AO Spine — Member
- Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Lumbar and Cervical Disc Herniation
- Spinal Stenosis
- Scoliosis and Spinal Deformity
- Spinal Cord Tumours
- Vertebral Fractures
- Cerebrospinal Hematoma
- Metastatic Spine Tumours
- Spinal Trauma
- Brain and Nerve Surgery Conditions
Sub-specialties
- Spine Deformity Surgery: Surgical correction of scoliosis and complex spinal deformities — a leading Neurosurgeon specialist Istanbul Turkey for advanced spine cases.
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: Endoscopic and percutaneous spine procedures with rapid recovery times.
- Artificial Disc Replacement: Motion-preserving spine surgery for cervical and lumbar disc disease.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Endoscopic Cervical and Lumbar Disc Surgery
- Microdiscectomy
- Spinal Fusion and Decompression
- Artificial Disc Replacement
- Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty
- Scoliosis Correction Surgery
- Reconstruction of the Intervertebral Cartilage
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey — Neurosurgeon (August 2024–Present)
- Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey — Faculty Instructor (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey — Brain and Nerve Surgery / Spine Surgery Specialist, 2018–2024
- Memorial Hizmet Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey — Brain and Nerve Surgery / Spine Surgery Specialist, 2018–2024
- Koç University Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey — Neurosurgery Specialist, 2014–2018
- Ankara Spine Center, Ankara, Turkey — Spine Surgery Fellow, 2013–2014
- Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey — Neurosurgery Specialist, 2011–2013
- Rize Education and Research Hospital, Rize, Turkey — Neurosurgery Specialist, 2009–2011
- Muş State Hospital, Muş, Turkey — Neurosurgery Specialist (early career)
Academic & Research Roles
- Faculty Instructor — Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty Instructor — Arel University Faculty of Medicine, 2023–2024
- Founder — Bosphorus Spine Study Group (national)
- Founder — Mediterranean Spine Study Group (international)
Key Achievements
- 173+ research publications including 65 international and 35 national articles
- 52 book chapters authored and 7 books edited
- Inventor of a patented spinal laminoplasty plate
- Speaker at 100+ national and international conferences
- Recipient of multiple Turkish Neurosurgery Association awards (2013–2016)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society WFNS 2013 Travel Scholarship
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society 2014 PSSC Group Third Anniversary Award
- Turkish Neurosurgery Association 2015 PSSC Group Hakan Caner 2nd Prize
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society 2015 PSSC Group Anniversary Awards 1st Prize
- Turkish Neurosurgery Association Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgery 3rd Prize
Professional Memberships
- Turkish Medical Association
- Turkish Neurosurgery Association
- Turkish Spine Society
- Middle East Spine Society
- World Spine Column Society
- EUROSPINE; AO Spine; Scoliosis Research Society (SRS)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Avci I, Paksoy K, Kapdan M, ... Yaman O. "Myoclonic Seizures After Endoscopic Cervical Disc Surgery: A Rare Complication or Just Coincidence?" 2025.
- Yaman O et al. "Clinical evaluation, diagnosis, and decision-making for metastatic spine tumors: WFNS spine committee recommendations."
- Yaman O et al. "Incidence, epidemiology, radiology, and classification of metastatic spine tumors: WFNS Spine Committee recommendations."
- 173+ peer-reviewed publications, 52 book chapters, 7 edited books
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery
- Spinal deformity correction
- Spinal implants and biomechanics
- Metastatic spine disease management
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (USD) | Estimated Cost (TRY) |
|---|---|---|
| Spine Surgery Consultation | $80 – $200 | ₺2,800 – ₺7,000 |
| Microdiscectomy | $5,500 – $11,000 | ₺1,92,500 – ₺3,85,000 |
| Endoscopic Spine Surgery | $7,500 – $14,000 | ₺2,62,500 – ₺4,90,000 |
| Artificial Disc Replacement | $10,000 – $18,000 | ₺3,50,000 – ₺6,30,000 |
| Scoliosis Correction Surgery | $20,000 – $40,000 | ₺7,00,000 – ₺14,00,000 |
*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 Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman use in Neurosurgeon treatment?
Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman uses endoscopic spine surgery, image-guided navigation, motion-preserving artificial disc replacement, vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty, and his own patented spinal laminoplasty plate technology.
2. What conditions does Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman specialize in treating?
Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman is a Neurosurgeon specialist Istanbul Turkey treating disc herniation, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, spinal deformity, vertebral fractures, and metastatic spine tumours. He is widely regarded as one of the best Neurosurgeon doctor India and Turkey options for advanced spine surgery.
3. How do I book an appointment with Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman?
Appointments with Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman 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 Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman, 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 Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their spine or neurosurgical diagnosis with an expert Neurosurgeon specialist in Istanbul, Turkey.
