Dr. Ali Savas

About Dr. Ali Savas

Dr. Ali Savas is a globally recognised Neurosurgeon based in Ankara, Turkey, with over 32 years of clinical and academic experience in neurosurgery. He is internationally renowned for his expertise in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, deep brain stimulation, movement disorders, and surgical pain management.

32+ years of experience in neurosurgery
Author of 115 scientific publications, including 75 international papers
Trained in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery at Freiburg University, Germany
Former member of EANS Research Committee, WSSFN Board of Directors, and ESSFN Executive Committee
Recipient of the EANS Research Prize (2002) and Brain Research Foundation Award (1993)

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MD (Doctor of Medicine) — Ankara University, School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey, 1986
Specialisation in Neurosurgery — Istanbul University, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul, Turkey, 1992
PhD (Doktor der Medizin) — Albert-Ludwigs Universität Freiburg, Medizinische Fakültät, Freiburg, Germany, 1997
Professorship — The Council of Higher Education of Turkey, 2000

Fellowships & Special Training

Fellowship in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery — Freiburg University, Germany
Doctoral training in Neuropharmacology
Visiting Professorships — University of Illinois at Chicago (USA), Munich University (Germany)

Certifications & Accreditations

Turkish Board of Neurosurgery Certification — Turkish Neurosurgical Society, 2006
Experimental Animal Use Certification — Ankara University, 2007
Turkish Medical Association — Registered Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Parkinson's Disease
Tremor & Dystonia
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Cancer Pain & Neuropathic Pain
Brain Tumours
Spinal Disorders
Movement Disorders
Facial Pain
Lower Back & Leg Pain

Sub-specialties

Functional Neurosurgery & Deep Brain Stimulation: Surgical management of Parkinson's disease, tremor, and dystonia — making him a top Neurosurgeon specialist Ankara Turkey.
Stereotactic Neurosurgery: Image-guided precision surgery for brain tumours and movement disorders.
Surgical Pain Management: Specialised treatment of trigeminal neuralgia, cancer pain, and neuropathic pain — sought by patients researching the best Neurosurgeon doctor India and Turkey.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's, Tremor, Dystonia
Stereotactic Radiofrequency Lesioning
Radiofrequency Rhizotomy for Trigeminal Neuralgia
Brain Tumour Surgery (Stereotactic & Open)
Neuronavigation-Guided Surgery
Surgical Treatment of Cancer Pain

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Ali Savas can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine, İbn-i Sina Hospital, Ankara, Turkey — Professor of Neurosurgery (Present)
Acibadem Hospitals Group — Neurosurgeon (Affiliated)

Past Affiliations

Istanbul University, School of Medicine — Resident in Neurosurgery, 1986–1992
Etimesgut Air-Force Military Hospital, Ankara — Neurosurgeon, 1993
Freiburg University, Germany — Fellow / Doctoral Researcher, 1991–1997
Munich University, Germany — Visiting Professor, 2006
University of Illinois at Chicago, USA — Associate Professor, 2012
University of California, Los Angeles, USA — Visiting Professor

Academic & Research Roles

Professor of Neurosurgery — Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine
Member — EANS Research Committee, Board of Officers of EANS
Member — Board of Directors, World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery (WSSFN)
Executive Committee Member — European Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery (ESSFN)
Representative of Turkey — World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS)

Key Achievements

32+ years of clinical neurosurgery experience
Author of 115 scientific publications (75 international)
EANS Research Prize, 2002
Pioneer in deep brain stimulation surgery in Turkey

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Brain Research Foundation Award for Experimental Research (Istanbul, Turkey), 1993
Prize for Teaching Member with the Highest Publication Rate — Ankara University, 2001–2002
EANS Research Prize — European Association of Neurosurgical Societies, 2002

Professional Memberships

Turkish Neurosurgical Society
European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS)
World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery (WSSFN)
European Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery (ESSFN)

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Savas A, Bayatli E, Ozgural O, Eroglu U. "Trigeminal Nevralji Tedavisinde Radyofrekans Rizotomi." Türk Nöroşirürji Dergisi. 2019;29(2):140–146.
Eroglu U, Akbostanci C, Savas A. "Stereotactic Radiofrequency Deep Brain Lesioning in Treatment of Dystonia." Journal of Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. 2019;72(2):209–213.
Unal Y, Savas A, Akbostanci C. "Derin Beyin Stimulasyonu: Uygulama, Takip, Zor Hastalar." Parkinson Hastalığı ve Hareket Bozuklukları Dergisi. 2018;(1-2):12–21.
Savas A, Akbostanci C. "Parkinson Hastalığında Derin Beyin Stimulasyonu." Türk Nöroşirürji Dergisi. 2014;24(2):168–172.
Can M, Barlas O, Savas A. "Amelioration of Spatial Learning and Memory Impairment by Foetal Cholinergic Neuronal Grafts." Turkish Neurosurgery. 1993;3:6–10.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Deep brain stimulation for movement disorders
Stereotactic and functional neurosurgery techniques
Surgical management of trigeminal neuralgia and chronic pain
Brain tumour surgery and neuronavigation

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Neurosurgery Consultation	₹2,500 – ₹8,000	$30 – $100
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)	₹12,00,000 – ₹22,00,000	$14,500 – $26,500
Brain Tumour Surgery	₹4,00,000 – ₹10,00,000	$4,800 – $12,000
Trigeminal Neuralgia Radiofrequency Rhizotomy	₹1,80,000 – ₹4,50,000	$2,200 – $5,400
Stereotactic Brain Lesioning	₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000	$3,000 – $7,200

*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. Ali Savas use in Neurosurgeon treatment?

Dr. Ali Savas uses deep brain stimulation systems, stereotactic neurosurgery platforms, neuronavigation, radiofrequency lesioning, and image-guided brain tumour surgery. Virtual consultations are also available for international patients seeking the best Neurosurgeon doctor India or Turkey.

2. What conditions does Dr. Ali Savas specialize in treating?

Dr. Ali Savas treats Parkinson's disease, tremor, dystonia, trigeminal neuralgia, cancer pain, neuropathic pain, brain tumours, and complex movement disorders — making him a top Neurosurgeon specialist Ankara Turkey.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Ali Savas?

Appointments with Dr. Ali Savas 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. Ali Savas?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Ali Savas, 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. Ali Savas 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 Ankara, Turkey.

About Dr. Ali Savas