Prof. Salim Şentürk – One of Turkey’s Leading Brain, Nerve, and Spine Surgery Specialists
Prof. Salim Şentürk is recognized as one of Turkey’s top experts in brain and spine surgery, known for his international experience, academic achievements, and innovative surgical techniques. Having performed thousands of successful surgeries both domestically and internationally, Prof. Şentürk is particularly renowned for his pioneering work in fully endoscopic spine surgery.
Education and Specialization
- 2005 – Graduated from Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine
- 2007–2013 – Neurosurgery specialization at Atatürk Training and Research Hospital
- Graduate of the 4-year course program of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
- 2018–2019 – Adult spine disorders training at University of California San Francisco (UCSF) Spine Center
- 2019 – Study on spinal tumors at Rhode Island Hospital, Brown University
International Experience and Achievements
- Editor of Turkey’s first comprehensive book on endoscopic spine surgery
- Editor of a 6-volume neurosurgery question book set for TND qualification and EBNC exams
- Author of 32 international and 9 national peer-reviewed articles, plus 9 book chapters
- Preparation of 29 core surgical video sets for cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgeries
- Delivered 18 oral presentations and 26 poster presentations at national and international conferences
Medical Tourism and International Patients
Prof. Salim Şentürk provides personalized surgical planning for patients, especially from Europe, the Middle East, and the United States.
- Treatment Areas: Brain tumors, spinal tumors, lumbar and cervical herniated discs, scoliosis, spinal fractures, spinal cord injuries, endoscopic disc surgery
- Advantages: Short recovery time, minimally invasive procedures, world-class surgical equipment
- Service Languages: Turkish, English
Current Positions
- 2019–2024: Memorial Hospitals – Brain, Nerve, and Spine Surgery Specialist
- 2024–Present: Medera Brain and Spine Center and private clinic – patient admissions
- 2023–Present: Consulting physician at Turkish Medical Centers
If you are seeking the most advanced treatment methods in brain and spine surgery in Turkey, Prof. Salim Şentürk is a trusted choice with his extensive experience, academic expertise, and internationally recognized success rate.