Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu

About Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu

Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon in Istanbul, Turkey, with over 10 years of clinical experience. As a recognised Neurosurgeon in Istanbul, he is widely consulted by international patients for endoscopic pituitary gland surgery, neuro-oncology, and spine and spinal cord surgery at one of Turkey’s leading international hospitals.

10+ years of operative neurosurgical experience
Specialist in endoscopic pituitary gland surgery
Sub-specialist in neuro-oncology and complex spine and spinal cord surgery
Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Senior team member at one of Turkey’s most prestigious international hospital networks

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — Information not publicly available.
MD Neurosurgery (Specialisation) — Information not publicly available.

Fellowships & Special Training

Specialised training in Endoscopic Pituitary Gland Surgery
Specialised training in Neuro-oncology
Specialised training in Spine and Spinal Cord Surgery

Certifications & Accreditations

Turkish Medical Association — Registered Practitioner
Turkish Neurosurgical Society — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Pituitary Gland Tumours (Adenomas)
Brain Tumours (Primary and Metastatic)
Skull Base Tumours
Spinal Cord Tumours
Lumbar Disc Herniation
Cervical Disc Herniation
Spinal Canal Stenosis
Spinal Trauma
Cerebral Aneurysms
Brain Hemorrhage
Hydrocephalus
Cushing's Disease

Sub-specialties

Endoscopic Pituitary Surgery: Minimally invasive endonasal endoscopic resection of pituitary adenomas — a respected neurosurgery specialist Istanbul Turkey for international patients seeking the best pituitary surgery doctor in India and abroad.
Neuro-Oncology: Microsurgical resection of brain and spinal cord tumours.
Spine & Spinal Cord Surgery: Microdiscectomy, spinal decompression, and complex spinal cord procedures.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Endoscopic Endonasal Pituitary Surgery
Brain Tumour Microsurgical Resection
Spinal Cord Tumour Resection
Microdiscectomy (Cervical and Lumbar)
Spinal Decompression for Stenosis
Spinal Fusion and Instrumentation
Cerebral Aneurysm Surgery
Hydrocephalus Surgery

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

American Hospital, Istanbul — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul, Turkey (Present)

Past Affiliations

Information not publicly available regarding earlier institutional affiliations.

Academic & Research Roles

Information not publicly available regarding formal academic roles.

Key Achievements

10+ years of operative neurosurgical experience
Recognised expertise in endoscopic pituitary gland surgery
Sub-specialist in neuro-oncology and complex spine surgery
Senior consultant role at American Hospital, Istanbul — a JCI-accredited centre and one of Turkey's most prestigious hospitals

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Information not publicly available.

Professional Memberships

Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Turkish Medical Association

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Information not publicly available regarding full publication list.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Endoscopic pituitary gland surgery outcomes
Neuro-oncology microsurgery
Spine and spinal cord surgery

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Neurosurgery Consultation	₹5,000 – ₹12,000	$60 – $145
Endoscopic Pituitary Surgery	₹5,50,000 – ₹12,50,000	$6,500 – $15,000
Brain Tumour Surgery	₹5,50,000 – ₹12,00,000	$6,500 – $14,500
Microdiscectomy	₹3,00,000 – ₹6,50,000	$3,600 – $7,800
Spinal Cord Tumour Resection	₹5,50,000 – ₹12,00,000	$6,500 – $14,500

*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. Mehdi Hekimoglu use in Neurosurgeon treatment?

Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu uses advanced neurosurgical platforms including endoscopic endonasal pituitary surgery systems, microsurgical brain tumour resection, neuronavigation, intra-operative microscopy, and modern spinal instrumentation. These tools enable minimally invasive, precise treatment of pituitary, brain, and spinal cord conditions for international patients.

2. What conditions does Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu specialize in treating?

Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu is an experienced Neurosurgeon in Istanbul, Turkey, treating pituitary gland tumours, brain tumours, skull base tumours, spinal cord tumours, lumbar and cervical disc herniation, spinal canal stenosis, spinal trauma, cerebral aneurysms, brain hemorrhage, hydrocephalus, and Cushing's disease. He is widely consulted as a top endoscopic pituitary surgery and neuro-oncology specialist for complex cases.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu?

Appointments with Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu 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. Mehdi Hekimoglu?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu, 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. Mehdi Hekimoglu offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu 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.

About Dr. Mehdi Hekimoglu