Medical Park Goztepe Hospital – Turkey
About Dr. Saim Castle
Dr. Saim Castle (Dr. Saim Kale) is a Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon in Istanbul, Turkey, with more than three decades of experience in surgery of the brain, spine and nervous system. He is highly experienced in treating brain tumours, spinal disorders and complex neurosurgical conditions.
- Over 33 years of experience in brain and spine neurosurgery
- Trained in advanced spinal surgery
- Expertise in brain tumour surgery, microdiscectomy and spinal fusion
- Manages spondylolisthesis, spine and brain injury, and Parkinson's disease
- Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation (Doctor of Medicine) — Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine, 1989
- Specialisation in Neurosurgery — SSK Okmeydani Education Hospital, Istanbul, 1998
Fellowships & Special Training
- Advanced Spinal Surgery Course
Certifications & Accreditations
- Registered Neurosurgery (Brain and Nerve Surgery) Specialist, Turkey
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society — Member
- Nervous System Surgery Society — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain tumours and brain cancer
- Spine and brain injury
- Spondylolisthesis and spinal disorders
- Herniated (slipped) disc
- Parkinson's disease
- Peripheral nerve disorders
Sub-specialties
- Spine Surgery: Surgical treatment of degenerative and traumatic spine disease — a neurosurgeon in Istanbul for patients seeking spine surgery in Turkey.
- Neuro-Oncology Surgery: Surgical removal of brain tumours.
- Functional Neurosurgery: Surgical management of movement disorders.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Brain tumour surgery
- Microdiscectomy and spinal decompression
- Spinal fusion and stabilisation
- Surgery for spondylolisthesis
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Consultant Neurosurgeon, Istanbul / Kocaeli, Turkey — Present
Past Affiliations
- SSK Okmeydani Education Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey — Neurosurgeon
- SSK Izmit Regional Hospital, Turkey — Neurosurgeon
- SEKA State Hospital, Turkey — Neurosurgeon
- VM Medical Park Kocaeli Hospital, Turkey — Neurosurgeon
Academic & Research Roles
- Information not publicly available.
Key Achievements
- 33+ years of neurosurgical practice across multiple hospitals
- Completed advanced spinal surgery training
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society
- Nervous System Surgery Society
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Information not publicly available.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Degenerative and traumatic spine disease
- Brain tumour surgery
- Spinal stabilisation
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹2,000 – ₹8,000 | $25 – $95 |
| Microdiscectomy / Disc Surgery | ₹4,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $4,800 – $12,000 |
| Spinal Fusion | ₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $6,000 – $14,500 |
| Brain Tumour Surgery (Craniotomy) | ₹6,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $7,200 – $18,000 |
*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. Saim Castle use in Neurosurgery treatment?
Dr. Saim Castle (Dr. Saim Kale) uses microsurgical and advanced spinal techniques for brain and spine surgery, including brain tumour surgery, microdiscectomy and spinal fusion. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Saim Castle specialize in treating?
Dr. Saim Castle treats brain tumours and brain cancer, spine and brain injury, spondylolisthesis, herniated discs, Parkinson's disease and peripheral nerve disorders. Patients seek his expert neurosurgery and spine surgery care in Istanbul, Turkey.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Saim Castle?
Appointments with Dr. Saim Castle 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. Saim Castle?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Saim Castle, 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. Saim Castle offer second opinions for Neurosurgery 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 Neurosurgery specialist in Istanbul, Turkey.
