What does a neurosurgeon do?

A neurosurgeon is concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of patients with disorders of the brain, spinal cord and spinal column, and peripheral nerves within all parts of the body.

What are the typical symptoms of an neurological disorder?

Typical symptoms like Partial or complete paralysis, Muscle weakness, Partial or complete loss of sensation, Seizures, Difficulty reading and writing, Poor cognitive abilities, Unexplained pain, and Decreased alertness.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the neurosurgeon?

The tests include the Blood test, urine test, Imaging tests such as an x-ray or MRI, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) test, Biopsy, electroencephalography (EEG) and electromyography (EMG).

What is the difference between a neurologist and a neurosurgeon?

Both neurologists and neurosurgeons treat people who have conditions that affect the nervous system. However, neurosurgeons operate surgically, whereas neurologists do not.

Can Neurosurgeon treat spine disease?

Yes, they treat many different diseases and conditions affecting the brain, spine, spinal cord and the peripheral nerves.

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Neurosurgeon

Associate Professor

29 years of overall experience

Works at Memorial Hospitals Group, İstanbul

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About Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman

Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman is a well-known Neurosurgeon with more than 25 years of experience.
He is currently associated with Memorial Healthcare Group, Istanbul.
After completing his Medical-Vocational Training from EGE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY in 2001, he completed his 'Specialist Training' from CELAL BAYAR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY in 2009.
He earned the title of 'Associate Professor' in 2015.
He has several papers and publications to his credit.
He is associated with various organizations like the Turkish Neurosurgery Foundation, World Spinal Column Society, Turkish Spine Surgery Society, AO Spine, EuroSpine, Middle East Spine Society, and Scoliosis Research Society.

Special Interest

Assoc. Prof. Onur Yaman specializes in the following:

Neurology Oncology

Skilled At

Vagus Nerve Stimulation
Stereotactic Radio Surgery
Brain Tumor Surgery
Schwannomas
Craniotomy Surgery
Deep Brain Stimulation

Cranioplasty
Brain Haemorrhage Treatment
CyberKnife Treatment
Acoustic Neuroma
Stroke Treatment
Deep Brain Stimulation (non-rechargeable)

Location

Memorial Hospitals Group, İstanbul Istanbul, Turkey

Education & Training
Work Experience

, 2001, EGE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY, Medical Vocational Training

, 2009, CELAL BAYAR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY, Specialist Training

Neurosurgery Specialist RIZE TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
Neurosurgery Specialist, MUŞ PUBLIC HOSPITAL
Neurosurgery Specialist, TEPECİK TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
Spine Surgery Fellow, ANKARA SPINE CENTER
Neurosurgery Specialist, KOÇ UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Brain and Nerve Surgery Specialist - Spinal Surgery Specialist, MEMORIAL BAHÇELİEVLER HOSPITAL
Brain and Nerve Surgery Specialist - Spinal Surgery Specialist, MEMORIAL HİZMET HOSPITAL