Medicine Hospital, Istanbul – Turkey
About Dr. Halil Can
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Halil Can is a senior Neurosurgeon with over 27 years of experience in brain, spine and peripheral nerve surgery. Recognised as a leading Halil Can Neurosurgeon, he is known for his expertise in endoscopic and microsurgical disc surgery, neurovascular conditions, and complex brain tumour surgery, with extensive academic training at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.
- 27+ years of neurosurgical experience
- Expertise in full-endoscopic disc surgery, narrow canal surgery and microdiscectomy
- Author of multiple peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations
- Member of Turkish Medical Association and Turkish Neurosurgery Association
- Trusted by international patients for complex brain and spine cases
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Edirne, Turkey, 1995
- Specialization in Brain & Nerve Surgery (Neurosurgery) — Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul, Turkey, 2002–2007
Fellowships & Special Training
- Advanced training in endoscopic and microsurgical spine techniques
- Associate Professor (Doçent) academic title in Neurosurgery
Certifications & Accreditations
- Turkish Higher Education Council Neurosurgery Certification
- Turkish Medical Association — Member
- Turkish Neurosurgery Association — Member
- Enez/Edirne District Health Group Presidency — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Herniated Disc (Lumbar & Cervical)
- Spinal Canal Stenosis (Narrow Canal)
- Spondylolisthesis (Slipped Vertebra)
- Brain Tumours
- Spinal Tumours & Spinal Cord Tumours
- Cerebrovascular Diseases & Aneurysms
- Epilepsy (Surgical Evaluation)
- Spasticity Management
- Peripheral Nerve Conditions
Sub-specialties
- Endoscopic & Microsurgical Spine Surgery: Full-endoscopic disc surgery and microdiscectomy for cervical, thoracic and lumbar disc disease — a key strength of this best Neurosurgeon doctor India and Turkey patients seek.
- Far-Lateral Lumbar Disc Surgery: Lateral microsurgical approach for extraforaminal disc herniations.
- Neurovascular & Neuro-oncology: Surgical management of cerebrovascular disease, aneurysms and brain/spinal tumours.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Full-Endoscopic Disc Surgery
- Microdiscectomy
- Anterior & Posterior Cervical Surgery
- Lumbar & Cervical Decompression
- Spinal Stabilisation & Fusion
- Brain Tumour Microsurgery
- Aneurysm Surgery (Microsurgical)
- Vertebroplasty & Kyphoplasty
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Medicine Hospital, Istanbul — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, 2015–Present
Past Affiliations
- Private Pendik Yüzyıl Hospital Neurosurgery Clinic, Istanbul — Neurosurgeon, 2014–2015
- Medicine Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul — Neurosurgeon, 2009–2014
- Nisa Hospital Brain and Neurosurgery Clinic, Istanbul — Neurosurgeon, 2009
- Mardin State Hospital Brain and Neurosurgery Clinic, Mardin — Neurosurgeon, 2007–2009
- Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul — Resident / Specialist, 2002–2007
- Enez Health Center and Enez State Hospital, Edirne — Doctor, 1997–2001
Academic & Research Roles
- Associate Professor of Neurosurgery
- Faculty experience at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
Key Achievements
- 27+ years of neurosurgical experience
- Multiple peer-reviewed papers and presentations on spine surgery, vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty
- Recognised expertise in full-endoscopic disc and narrow-canal surgery
- Strong international patient practice from over 25 countries
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- Turkish Medical Association
- Turkish Neurosurgery Association
- Enez/Edirne District Health Group Presidency
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Ünal F, Can H, Kılınçer C, Sencer A, et al. "Our experience with vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty." Presented at II. Nervous System Surgery Congress, November 2006, Istanbul.
- Aydoseli A, Can H, Kılınçer C, Sencer A, et al. "Primary dorsolumbar spinal tumors: A retrospective study of 95 patients." II. Nervous System Surgery Congress, 2006, Istanbul.
- Aydoseli A, Can H, Kılınçer C, Sencer A, et al. "Primary cervical tumors: A retrospective study of 29 patients." II. Nervous System Surgery Congress, 2006, Istanbul.
- Sencer A, Gömleksiz C, Sabancı PA, Can H, et al. "Magnesium sulfate and caspase-9 inhibitor 2-LEHD-FMK in experimental spinal cord injury in rats." Turkish Neurosurgical Association 21st Scientific Congress, 2007, Antalya.
- Halil Can, Aydin Aydoseli. "Resection of pons cavernomas with suboccipital craniectomy." Turkish Neurosurgical Association 33rd Scientific Congress, 2019.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Full-endoscopic spine surgery outcomes
- Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty
- Spinal cord injury experimental models
- Brain stem and pons cavernoma surgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹4,000 – ₹8,500 | $50 – $100 |
| Full-Endoscopic Disc Surgery | ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $4,200 – $7,800 |
| Microdiscectomy | ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,600 – $7,200 |
| Spinal Stabilisation / Fusion | ₹5,50,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $6,600 – $14,400 |
| Brain Tumour Microsurgery | ₹6,50,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,800 – $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 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Halil Can use in Neurosurgeon treatment?
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Halil Can uses full-endoscopic spine systems, high-definition microsurgery, image-guided navigation, vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty equipment and intraoperative neuromonitoring. These tools allow minimally invasive, precise treatment for disc disease and spinal tumours.
2. What conditions does Assoc. Prof. Dr. Halil Can specialize in treating?
As one of the best Neurosurgeon doctors India and Turkey patients seek, he treats herniated discs, narrow canal disease, spondylolisthesis, brain tumours, spinal tumours, cerebrovascular diseases, aneurysms, epilepsy and spasticity — including complex revision spine surgery.
3. How do I book an appointment with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Halil Can?
Appointments with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Halil Can 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. Dr. Halil Can?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Assoc. Prof. Dr. Halil Can, 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. Dr. Halil Can 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.
