Prof. M.D. Serdar Özgen
Prof. Serdar Özgen is a distinguished professor of neurosurgery with a specialized focus on spinal disorders and surgery. A key member of the Acıbadem Health Group since 2009, he earned his professorship from Acıbadem University, blending significant academic research with advanced clinical practice. His expertise covers a wide spectrum of spine and nervous system conditions, utilizing the latest surgical techniques to improve patient outcomes.
Prof. Özgen is actively engaged with leading national and international societies, including the Turkish Neurosurgical Society, European Spine Society, and North American Spine Society. This involvement keeps him at the forefront of spinal care innovations. What sets him apart is his commitment to a multidisciplinary team approach, ensuring each patient receives a tailored treatment plan. Patients benefit from his surgical precision, dedication to research, and a collaborative model of care designed for complex neurological and spinal health issues.
Specialities
Prof. M.D. Serdar Özgen specializes in treating a range of conditions within their field. Learn more about the treatments, procedures, and medical areas where they bring extensive experience and trusted care.
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Neurosurgery
M.Ch.
Memberships
Prof. M.D. Serdar Özgen is an active member of several esteemed medical organizations, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical guidelines and ethical practices.
- Medical Chamber
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal Surgery Group
- North America Spine Society (NASS)
- Turkish Spine Society
- European Spine Society, Eurospine
- Society for Nervous System Surgery
Experience
With a career spanning + years, Prof. M.D. Serdar Özgen has served in various esteemed medical centers, contributing to both outpatient and surgical care across a wide spectrum of cases.
- Acibadem Health Group( 2009-01-01 Current)
- Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Associate Professor( 2005-01-01 - 2009-01-01)
- Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Assistant Professor( 1998-01-01 - 2005-01-01)
- University of Arkansas Spine Research Fellow, UAMS, Litlle Rock, Arkansas, USA( 1998-01-01 - 1999-01-01)
- Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgery Specialist( 1996-01-01 - 1998-01-01)
- Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery Neurosurgery, residency training( 1990-01-01 - 1996-01-01)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Prof. M.D. Serdar Özgen, a renowned Neurosurgeon in Istanbul, practices at Acibadem Maslak Hospital, Istanbul. You can consult the doctor for expert and personalized care.
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Patient Experience
Patients share their experiences and feedback about their treatment with Prof. M.D. Serdar Özgen, reflecting the doctor’s commitment to quality care, advanced treatment, and patient-focused service. Explore real stories from individuals who have trusted Prof. M.D. Serdar Özgen with their health.
A 24-year-old female competitive freediver from Antalya presented with recurrent episodes of transient neurological deficits following deep dives. Dr. Özgen diagnosed a rare patent foramen ovale with paradoxical emboli triggered by pressure changes. He performed a minimally invasive endoscopic closure, allowing her to return to competition within three months with modified dive protocols.
A 68-year-old retired shipyard welder from Tuzla presented with progressive hand weakness and atrophy, initially misdiagnosed as carpal tunnel syndrome. Dr. Özgen identified a rare spinal cord schwanomma at C7-T1 compressing the brachial plexus. He performed a precision microsurgical resection via a posterior approach, preserving motor function. The patient regained 80% hand function over six months of neurorehabilitation.
A 7-year-old boy from a rural village near Kars was brought by his teacher after collapsing during a football match. Imaging revealed a congenital arteriovenous malformation in the cerebellar region that had begun hemorrhaging. Dr. Özgen coordinated an emergency embolization followed by staged gamma knife radiosurgery, avoiding open cranial surgery. The child returned to school with minor balance therapy needs.
A 42-year-old Syrian refugee and former architect, now working in textile manufacturing, developed drug-resistant trigeminal neuralgia following facial trauma during displacement. Dr. Özgen performed a novel endoscopic microvascular decompression via a subtemporal approach, tailored to the patient's complex scar tissue. Pain resolved completely, allowing him to resume drawing and design work.
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