A Harvard-Trained Expert in Neurosurgery
Prof. Dr. Serdar Baki Albayrak is a distinguished Turkish neurosurgeon with extensive international experience, including a prestigious clinical fellowship at Harvard University. His practice in Istanbul is a center of excellence for patients from around the world, specializing in complex brain and spinal cord treatments. With a track record of successfully treating hundreds of patients from over 56 countries, he is recognized for his expertise, precision, and patient-centered approach.
World-Class Education and Training
Prof. Dr. Albayrak’s journey to becoming a leading neurosurgeon is built on a foundation of elite education. He earned his medical degree from Marmara University and completed his neurosurgery residency at Istanbul University’s renowned Çapa Faculty of Medicine. His commitment to global standards of excellence is demonstrated by his successful completion of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) and his subsequent clinical fellowship in brain tumor surgery at the world-famous Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School in Boston, USA.
Areas of Specialization
Prof. Dr. Albayrak focuses on technologically advanced and highly specialized neurosurgical procedures. His primary areas of expertise include:
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS): A cutting-edge treatment for Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders.
- Brain Tumor Surgery: Advanced surgical techniques for removing complex brain and skull base tumors.
- Functional Neurosurgery: Including Vagal Nerve Stimulation (VNS) for epilepsy and Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) for chronic pain management.
- Facial Pain Surgery: Specialized procedures for conditions like Trigeminal Neuralgia.
- Complex Spine Surgery: Addressing conditions such as herniated discs and spinal instability.
His clinic provides comprehensive care, utilizing the latest diagnostic and surgical technologies to ensure the best possible outcomes for his patients.