Dr. Ugur Ture

Dr. Ugur Ture

Neurosurgeon

37+ years of experience

Fellowship, Graduation

Yeditepe University Healthcare Institutions, Istanbul – Turkey Yeditepe University Healthcare Institutions, Istanbul – Turkey

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About Dr. Ugur Ture

Dr. Ugur Ture is a world-renowned Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with 37+ years of experience treating complex brain and spine disorders in Istanbul, Turkey. As Honorary President of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS), he is one of the most internationally respected Neurosurgeons sought by patients seeking advanced microneurosurgery and skull base surgery.

  • 37+ years of clinical neurosurgery experience with global recognition for thalamic and white matter surgery
  • Trained more than 1,000 neurosurgeons worldwide in white matter dissection technique
  • Honorary President — World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS); Past President — Turkish Neurosurgical Association (2012–2014)
  • Member of the American Academy of Neurological Surgery, World Academy of Neurological Surgery, and European Academy of Sciences and Arts
  • Mentee of legendary neurosurgeon Prof. M. Gazi Yaşargil for over 33 years; co-founder of the annual Istanbul Microneurosurgery Course since 2010

Qualifications & Credentials

**Medical Degrees**
  • MD — Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey, 1987
  • Residency in Neurosurgery — Şişli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey, 1992
  • **Fellowships & Special Training**
  • Microsurgery and Surgical Neuroanatomy Fellowship — Neurosurgery Clinic of Zurich University, Switzerland, 1993 (under Prof. M.G. Yaşargil)
  • Surgical Neuroanatomy Fellowship — University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), Little Rock, USA, 1995–1997 (under Prof. Yaşargil & Prof. O. Al-Mefty)
  • **Certifications & Accreditations**
  • Turkish Medical Council Registration
  • Honorary President — World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS)
  • Member — American Academy of Neurological Surgery
  • Member — World Academy of Neurological Surgery
  • Member — European Academy of Sciences and Arts
  • Areas of Expertise

    **Major Conditions Treated**
  • Brain Tumours (Gliomas, Meningiomas, Pituitary Tumours)
  • Skull Base Tumours
  • Thalamic Tumours & Deep Brain Lesions
  • Cerebrovascular Diseases (Aneurysms, AVMs)
  • Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
  • Pituitary Adenomas
  • Acoustic Neuroma / Vestibular Schwannoma
  • Movement Disorders (Parkinson's Disease — DBS)
  • Spinal Cord Tumours
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • **Sub-specialties**
  • Skull Base & Cerebrovascular Microneurosurgery: Globally regarded Neurosurgeon specialist in Istanbul, Turkey for complex skull base tumours and aneurysm clipping in international patients seeking the best Neurosurgeon doctor in Turkey alternative to India.
  • White Matter Anatomy & Deep Brain Surgery: Pioneer of white matter fibre dissection technique used worldwide for thalamic, insular, and brainstem tumour surgery.
  • Epilepsy Surgery: Advanced surgical treatment of resistant epilepsy including temporal lobectomy and lesionectomy.
  • **Advanced Procedures & Treatments**
  • Microsurgical Brain Tumour Resection
  • Skull Base Surgery
  • Awake Craniotomy with Brain Mapping
  • Aneurysm Clipping & AVM Resection
  • Endoscopic Pituitary Surgery
  • Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's Disease
  • Epilepsy Surgery
  • Peripheral Nerve Surgery
  • List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Ugur Ture can be consulted

    Professional Experience

    **Current Affiliation**
  • Yeditepe University Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey — Professor and Chairman, Department of Neurosurgery (2005–Present)
  • **Past Affiliations**
  • Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun, Turkey — Professor of Neurosurgery (2005)
  • Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey — Department of Neurosurgery, Assistant Professor (1997–2005)
  • Şişli Etfal Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey — Staff Neurosurgeon (1993–1995)
  • **Academic & Research Roles**
  • Founder & Director — Surgical Neuroanatomy Laboratory, Yeditepe University Hospital (2008–Present)
  • Co-founder & Director — Istanbul Microneurosurgery Course (with Prof. Yaşargil), 2010–Present
  • Past President — Turkish Neurosurgical Association (2012–2014)
  • Past Vice President — Turkish Neurosurgical Association (2010–2012)
  • **Key Achievements**
  • Trained 1,000+ neurosurgeons worldwide in white matter dissection technique
  • Organising President — WFNS 16th World Congress of Neurosurgery, Istanbul
  • Best Medical Research Award — Şişli Etfal Hospital, Istanbul, 1995
  • Honorable Mention — Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), San Francisco, USA, 1995
  • Best Contributed Paper — North American Skull Base Society (NASBS), Scottsdale, USA, 2000
  • Awards & Recognitions

    **National & International Awards**
  • Certificate of Achievement — Şişli Etfal Hospital, Istanbul, 1994
  • Best Medical Research Award — Şişli Etfal Hospital, Istanbul, 1995
  • Honorable Mention — CNS, San Francisco, USA, 1995
  • Best Contributed Paper — NASBS, Scottsdale, USA, 2000
  • Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Award — Antalya, 2001
  • Certificate of Achievement — Marmara University, Istanbul, 2002
  • George Ehni Lecture — Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, USA, 2013
  • Ley-Tolosa Lecture — Catalan Neurosurgical Society, Barcelona, Spain, 2017
  • Allan H. Friedman Lecture — Duke University School of Medicine, North Carolina, USA, 2019
  • **Professional Memberships**
  • World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS) — Honorary President
  • American Academy of Neurological Surgery
  • World Academy of Neurological Surgery
  • European Academy of Sciences and Arts
  • Turkish Neurosurgical Association — Past President
  • Research & Publications

    **Published Papers (Selected)**
  • Author of multiple landmark publications in the Journal of Neurosurgery and Neurosurgery on white matter anatomy, thalamic tumour surgery, and skull base approaches.
  • Numerous textbook chapters on microneurosurgery, surgical neuroanatomy, and the fibre dissection technique.
  • **Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests**
  • White matter anatomy of the human brain
  • Surgical approaches to thalamic and insular tumours
  • Microneurosurgical techniques for skull base lesions
  • Surgical training and education in microneurosurgery
  • Estimated Treatment Costs

    Procedure / ConsultationEstimated Cost (INR)Estimated Cost (USD)
    Neurosurgery Consultation₹6,000 – ₹15,000$70 – $180
    Brain Tumour Surgery (Microsurgical)₹6,00,000 – ₹15,00,000$7,200 – $18,000
    Skull Base Surgery₹8,00,000 – ₹18,00,000$9,600 – $21,600
    Aneurysm Clipping₹6,50,000 – ₹13,00,000$7,800 – $15,600
    Awake Craniotomy₹7,50,000 – ₹16,00,000$9,000 – $19,200
    Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)₹15,00,000 – ₹25,00,000$18,000 – $30,000

    *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. Ugur Ture use in Neurosurgeon treatment?

    Dr. Ugur Ture employs cutting-edge microneurosurgical tools, intraoperative neuro-monitoring, awake craniotomy with cortical mapping, advanced microscopes for white matter dissection, endoscopic skull base techniques, and Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). Virtual second opinions and remote consultations are available for international patients via Cancer Rounds.

    2. What conditions does Dr. Ugur Ture specialize in treating?

    Dr. Ugur Ture specializes in complex brain tumours, skull base tumours, thalamic and deep-seated lesions, cerebrovascular diseases (aneurysms, AVMs), drug-resistant epilepsy, pituitary adenomas, and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease. He is widely sought as a Neurosurgeon specialist in Istanbul, Turkey for complex cases.

    3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Ugur Ture?

    Appointments with Dr. Ugur Ture 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. Ugur Ture?

    Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Ugur Ture, 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. Ugur Ture 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 surgical plan with an expert Neurosurgeon specialist in Istanbul, Turkey.

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