Dr. Gokhan Kurt

About Dr. Gokhan Kurt

Prof. Dr. Gökhan Kurt is a senior Neurosurgeon and Professor at Gazi University with over 24 years of experience in pediatric neurosurgery, spine surgery, neuro-oncology and Gamma Knife radiosurgery. As a leading Gökhan Kurt Neurosurgeon, he is internationally trained at the Leksell Gamma Knife Education Programme in Stockholm, with epilepsy surgery training in the Czech Republic and France.

24+ years of clinical experience in neurosurgery
Professor of Medicine, Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, since 2014
Leksell Gamma Knife Education Programme, Stockholm, 2004
Epilepsy Surgery Training, Czech Republic (ILAE), 2012
Special interests: pediatric neurosurgery, spine surgery, neuro-oncology, stereotactic and Gamma Knife radiosurgery, epilepsy surgery

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey, 1996 (graduated 2nd in class)
Specialization in Neurosurgery — Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Brain and Nerve Surgery, Ankara, Turkey, 2002

Fellowships & Special Training

Leksell Gamma Knife Education Programme — Stockholm, Sweden, 2004
Observer Status, Gamma Knife Radio-Surgery — La Timone Hospital, Marseille, France
Epilepsy Surgery Training — Czech Republic (ILAE, ILAE-CEA, ILAE-WGES), 2012
Observer Status, Functional and Epilepsy Surgery — Université Paris Descartes Centre Hospitalier Sainte-Anne, France, 2013
Associate Professor (Doçent) and full Professor (Profesör) academic titles

Certifications & Accreditations

Turkish Medical Council Registration
Turkish Neurosurgical Society (TNS) — Member
TNS Stereotactic, Functional and Epilepsy Neurosurgery Education and Training Group — Member
European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Brain Tumours (Glioma, Meningioma, Pituitary, Skull Base)
Spinal Tumours
Pediatric Neurosurgical Conditions
Refractory Epilepsy
Movement Disorders (Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor)
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Cerebrovascular Diseases & Aneurysms
Hydrocephalus & Congenital Anomalies
Spinal Trauma & Stroke

Sub-specialties

Stereotactic & Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: Stockholm-trained Gamma Knife and stereotactic radiosurgery for brain and skull base lesions — a flagship strength for the best Neurosurgeon doctor India and Turkey patients seek.
Epilepsy & Functional Neurosurgery: ILAE-trained epilepsy surgery, deep brain stimulation (DBS) and functional neurosurgery.
Pediatric Neurosurgery & Neuro-oncology: Comprehensive paediatric brain and spine surgery, plus oncologic neurosurgery.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Gamma Knife / Stereotactic Radiosurgery
CyberKnife Radiosurgery
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Surgery
Microsurgical Brain Tumour Resection
Skull Base Surgery
Pediatric Hydrocephalus Surgery (VP Shunt, ETV)
Spinal Tumour Resection & Spine Surgery
Epilepsy Surgery
Cerebral Aneurysm Clipping

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Gokhan Kurt can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Ankara — Professor of Medicine, 2014–Present
Medicana International Istanbul / Medicana International Ankara Hospital — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Present

Past Affiliations

Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery — Associate Professor, 2009–2014
Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery — Instructor / Assistant Professor, 2002–2009
Karolinska Institute / Leksell Gamma Knife Programme, Stockholm — Visiting Fellow, 2004
La Timone Hospital, Marseille, France — Visiting Observer in Gamma Knife Radio-Surgery
Université Paris Descartes Centre Hospitalier Sainte-Anne, France — Visiting Observer in Functional and Epilepsy Surgery, 2013

Academic & Research Roles

Professor of Medicine, Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
Editorial Board Member, Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences (published by TÜBİTAK)
Frequent guest speaker at scientific meetings, CDEs and worldwide conferences

Key Achievements

24+ years of clinical and academic experience in neurosurgery
Graduated 2nd in class from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
Stockholm-trained Leksell Gamma Knife Education Programme alumnus
ILAE-certified Epilepsy Surgery training in the Czech Republic
Multiple national and international peer-reviewed publications

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Information not publicly available.

Professional Memberships

Turkish Neurosurgical Society (TNS)
TNS Stereotactic, Functional and Epilepsy Neurosurgery Education and Training Group
European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE)

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Kurt G, et al. Multiple peer-reviewed contributions in neurosurgery, neuro-oncology, Gamma Knife radiosurgery and epilepsy surgery in national and international journals.
Editorial contributions to the Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences (TÜBİTAK).

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Stereotactic and Gamma Knife radiosurgery
Epilepsy surgery and DBS
Pediatric neurosurgical outcomes
Brain tumour and skull base surgery

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Neurosurgery Consultation	₹4,500 – ₹9,000	$55 – $110
Gamma Knife / Stereotactic Radiosurgery	₹4,50,000 – ₹9,00,000	$5,400 – $10,800
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Surgery	₹15,00,000 – ₹25,00,000	$18,000 – $30,000
Brain / Skull Base Tumour Resection	₹6,50,000 – ₹15,00,000	$7,800 – $18,000
Epilepsy Surgery	₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000	$7,200 – $16,800

*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. Gökhan Kurt use in Neurosurgeon treatment?

Prof. Dr. Gökhan Kurt uses Leksell Gamma Knife and stereotactic radiosurgery, CyberKnife, deep brain stimulation (DBS), advanced microsurgery, intraoperative neuromonitoring, image-guided navigation and modern epilepsy surgery techniques. He combines these with Stockholm-trained Gamma Knife expertise.

2. What conditions does Prof. Dr. Gökhan Kurt specialize in treating?

As one of the best Neurosurgeon doctors India and Turkey patients consult, he treats brain tumours, skull base tumours, spinal tumours, pediatric neurosurgical conditions, refractory epilepsy, movement disorders (Parkinson's, essential tremor), trigeminal neuralgia, cerebrovascular diseases and hydrocephalus.

3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. Dr. Gökhan Kurt?

Appointments with Prof. Dr. Gökhan Kurt 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. Gökhan Kurt?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. Gökhan Kurt, 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. Gökhan Kurt 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.