Spine Surgeon in Istanbul Prof. Dr. Salim Şentürk
Brain and Neurosurgery Specialist Endoscopic and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Specialist
Treatment for International Patients | Istanbul, Turkey | Multilingual Support
About Doctor
Prof. Dr. Salim Şentürk is one of Turkey’s leading neurosurgeons specializing in spine surgery. He focuses particularly on endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery and, with nearly 20 years of clinical and academic experience, he performs surgeries with high success rates in areas such as lumbar disc herniation, cervical disc herniation, spinal stenosis, disc prostheses, and spinal stabilization. He has also trained abroad and successfully operated on many international patients. He currently serves international patients in Istanbul.
My Areas of Expertise
Endoscopic Lumbar and Cervical Disc Herniation Surgeries
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Treatment for Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Cord Tumors and Cysts
Spinal Stabilization and Screw Applications
Disc Prostheses
Second Opinion and Complication Management
Education and Academic Career
Faculty of Medicine: Karadeniz Technical University (2005)
Specialization: Brain and Neurosurgery, Atatürk Training and Research Hospital (2007–2013)
International Training:
University of California San Francisco (UCSF) – Spine Surgery
Rhode Island Hospital, USA
Professorship: Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine (2025 – present)
International Experience and Training
Training and observerships in the USA, Germany, and Europe
Over 100 presentations at international congresses
Collaboration with surgeons worldwide
Special clinical services and medical coordination for foreign patients
Scientific Publications and Contributions
Editor of Turkey’s first “Endoscopic Spine Surgery” book
Editorship of a 6-volume specialty exam question book series
52 international scientific articles, 17 book chapters
29 surgical training videos
Many national and international awards
Medical Innovations
Developer of new surgical techniques
2 registered spine surgery inventions (utility models)
Organizer of national and international live surgery training sessions
Memberships and Editorships
Member of EUROSPINE, Turkish Spine Society, Turkish Neurosurgical Society
Editorship at Turkish Neurosurgery and Turkish Journal of Neurosurgery
Reviewer for prestigious journals such as World Neurosurgery and European Spine Journal
Patient Admission Information
Turkish Medical Centers –Medera Clinic
Online Consultation and Medical Report Evaluation Service
Surgery Planning and Quick Feedback Process
VIP Welcome and Accommodation Support for International Patients
Why Should You Choose Me?
High success rate in my field of expertise
Prioritization of patient safety and satisfaction
Most effective surgery with minimal scarring (minimally invasive techniques)
Internationally certified and experienced surgeon
Commitment to scientific and ethical values
Are you looking for safe, effective, and affordable spine surgery in Turkey? Get treated in Istanbul by an experienced and academically recognized specialist: Prof. Dr. Salim Şentürk.