About Dr. Salih Sahin
Dr. Salih Sahin is a senior Neurosurgeon based in Istanbul with over 22 years of clinical experience, specialising in brain and spinal cord tumour surgery, congenital nervous system disease surgery, spinal microsurgery and minimally invasive disc surgery.
- 22+ years of clinical experience in neurosurgery
- Graduate of a leading Turkish medical faculty in Samsun; post-graduate specialisation in neurosurgery from a prominent state medical university in Denizli
- Practices at multiple leading private hospitals in Istanbul, including international medical tourism destinations
- Expert in microsurgical cervical, thoracic and lumbar disc surgery, microdiscectomy and spinal fusion
- National and international peer-reviewed publications in indexed neurosurgery journals
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation (MD / Türkiye Típ Doktoru) — Ondokuz Mayís University Faculty of Medicine, Samsun, Turkey
- Post Graduation (Specialisation in Neurosurgery) — Pamukkale University, Denizli, Turkey
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialised training in Brain & Spinal Cord Tumour Surgery
- Specialised training in Spinal Microsurgery (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
- Specialised training in Microdiscectomy & Spinal Fusion
- Specialised training in Congenital Nervous System Disease Surgery
Certifications & Accreditations
- Turkish Medical Council Registration
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society — Member
- Turkish Spine Society — Member
- European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) — Affiliate Member
- World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain Tumours (Glioma, Meningioma, Metastases)
- Spinal Cord Tumours (Intradural & Extradural)
- Cervical Disc Herniation
- Thoracic Disc Herniation
- Lumbar Disc Herniation
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Trauma & Fractures
- Congenital Nervous System Diseases (Tethered Cord, Chiari Malformation, Spina Bifida)
- Hydrocephalus
- Head Injury / Neurotrauma
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
Sub-specialties
- Spinal Microsurgery: Cervical, thoracic and lumbar disc surgery using microsurgical techniques — a leading Neurosurgeon specialist in Istanbul, Turkey for spinal surgery.
- Brain & Spinal Cord Tumour Surgery: Microsurgical resection of intracranial and intraspinal tumours — trusted as a top Neurosurgeon doctor in Turkey for neuro-oncology surgery.
- Congenital Nervous System Surgery: Surgical management of paediatric and adult congenital anomalies.
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: Microdiscectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion.
- Neurotrauma: Comprehensive management of traumatic brain and spinal injuries.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Brain Tumour Resection (Microsurgical)
- Spinal Cord Tumour Resection
- Cervical Microdiscectomy
- ACDF (Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion)
- Thoracic Disc Microsurgery
- Lumbar Microdiscectomy
- Spinal Fusion (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
- Laminectomy & Decompression for Spinal Stenosis
- Vertebroplasty & Kyphoplasty
- VP Shunt for Hydrocephalus
- Microvascular Decompression for Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Surgical Management of Tethered Cord & Chiari Malformation
- Cranioplasty
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon — Medicana International Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey (Present)
- Consultant Neurosurgeon — Büyükçekmece Kolan Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
Past Affiliations
- Consultant Neurosurgeon — Kahramanmaraş State Hospital, Kahramanmaraş, Turkey
- Consultant Neurosurgeon — Private Hayat Hospital, Turkey
- Consultant Neurosurgeon — Private 8 Eylül Hospital, Turkey
- Consultant Neurosurgeon — Private Letoon Hospital, Turkey
Academic & Research Roles
- Author of multiple peer-reviewed publications in national and international indexed neurosurgery journals
- Presenter at national and international neurosurgery conferences
- Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Spine Society
Key Achievements
- 22+ years of clinical experience in neurosurgery
- Multiple national and international publications in indexed neurosurgery journals
- Active practice across leading private hospitals in Istanbul including international medical tourism destinations
- Expert in microsurgical spinal surgery and brain tumour resection
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Recognition for multiple national and international peer-reviewed publications in indexed neurosurgery journals
- Specialist accreditation by the Turkish Medical Council and Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Professional Memberships
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society
- Turkish Spine Society
- European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
- World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in national and international indexed neurosurgery journals on brain and spinal cord tumour surgery, spinal microsurgery and minimally invasive disc surgery
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Microsurgical brain tumour resection
- Cervical, thoracic and lumbar microdiscectomy outcomes
- Spinal fusion techniques
- Congenital nervous system surgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (USD) | Estimated Cost (EUR) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | $80 – $200 | €75 – €180 |
| Brain Tumour Resection (Microsurgical) | $8,500 – $18,000 | €7,800 – €16,500 |
| Spinal Cord Tumour Resection | $9,000 – $20,000 | €8,300 – €18,300 |
| Lumbar Microdiscectomy | $4,500 – $8,500 | €4,100 – €7,800 |
| Cervical Microdiscectomy / ACDF | $6,000 – $11,000 | €5,500 – €10,100 |
| Spinal Fusion (Cervical / Lumbar) | $8,000 – $16,000 | €7,300 – €14,700 |
| Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis | $5,000 – $10,000 | €4,600 – €9,100 |
| VP Shunt for Hydrocephalus | $4,500 – $8,500 | €4,100 – €7,800 |
| Microvascular Decompression | $8,500 – $15,000 | €7,800 – €13,800 |
*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 Dr. Salih Sahin use in Neurosurgeon treatment?
Dr. Salih Sahin uses cutting-edge neurosurgical techniques including microsurgical brain tumour resection, microsurgical spinal cord tumour resection, cervical microdiscectomy and ACDF, thoracic disc microsurgery, lumbar microdiscectomy, multi-level spinal fusion (cervical, thoracic, lumbar), laminectomy and decompression for spinal stenosis, vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty, VP shunt for hydrocephalus, microvascular decompression for trigeminal neuralgia and surgical management of tethered cord and Chiari malformation. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Salih Sahin specialize in treating?
Dr. Salih Sahin is a specialist Neurosurgeon treating brain tumours (glioma, meningioma, metastases), spinal cord tumours, cervical disc herniation, thoracic disc herniation, lumbar disc herniation, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, spinal trauma, congenital nervous system diseases (tethered cord, Chiari malformation, spina bifida), hydrocephalus, head injury and trigeminal neuralgia. International patients seek him as a leading Neurosurgeon specialist in Istanbul, Turkey for spinal microsurgery.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Salih Sahin?
Appointments with Dr. Salih Sahin 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. Salih Sahin?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Salih Sahin, 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. Salih Sahin offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Salih Sahin can be arranged through Cancer Rounds — especially valuable for international patients evaluating complex spinal microsurgery, brain or spinal cord tumour resection, or congenital nervous system conditions with an experienced Neurosurgeon specialist in Istanbul, Turkey.
