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Associate Professor Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

Neurosurgeon, spine surgeon

4.9

7 reviews

Istanbul, Turkey

Clinical experience: more than 30 years

Languages: English

Mine Ogun

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Neurosurgical procedure

First of all, I would like to note that the hospital has no parking problems and maintains a high standard of cleanliness. The nurses and other staff were friendly and attentive. I especially remember staff member Fethiye and nurse Aleyna, who treated us warmly and were always there for us. My greatest thanks go to neurosurgeons Gucluhan Guclu and Sanubar Nazarli, as well as assistant physician Mehrad G. Bostani, for their professionalism, dedicated teamwork, and care.

10/07/2026

Hunter TR

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Neurosurgical procedure

I was very pleased with Dr Gucluhan and Dr Samet. They are attentive and kind physicians. The patient support staff help with everything, creating a family-like atmosphere and noticeably reducing anxiety. I thank the entire team for their support and care.

10/12/2025

K… R…

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Lumbar spondylolisthesis

On 15 April 2025, Dr Dogan Gucluhan Guclu operated on me for vertebral slippage at VM Medical Park Florya. The vertebrae were stabilized with screws, plates, and an interbody cage. The operation was successful: the next day I could walk in a brace without pain, the numbness and tingling disappeared, and within a week I stopped taking medication. At follow-up, the doctor confirmed bone fusion and allowed me to stop wearing the brace. I thank the doctor, his assistant Hilal Erdag, and the entire team for their professionalism, support, and attentive care.

20/06/2025

H… I…

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Cervical disc herniation

I have the deepest respect for the doctor. I underwent surgery for a cervical disc herniation, and everything went very successfully. He is an excellent surgeon who inspires confidence in his patients. In four months I am due to have surgery for a Chiari malformation, and I plan to return to him. I am very glad that I met this doctor.

01/09/2018

H… I…

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Chiari malformation

My wife was diagnosed with a Chiari malformation. We searched for a specialist for a long time and, following many recommendations, consulted Dr Dogan Gucluhan Guclu. She underwent surgery two days ago and has already been discharged home. Her recovery is proceeding smoothly, and she hardly needs pain medication. Throughout treatment, the doctor explained everything in detail and gave us confidence. We thank the doctor and his entire team.

11/03/2015

H… I…

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Severe spinal fractures

I had serious spinal fractures, and doctors warned me about the risk of paralysis. Dr Dogan performed surgery, after which I recovered and now feel almost as I did before. He helped me through complex surgical treatment and continues to monitor me after the operation. I thank him for his professionalism and attentive care.

21/02/2015

B… L…

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Cervical disc herniation

On 26 December 2012, Dr Dogan operated on me for a cervical disc herniation. I had to wait about two months for the diagnosis and surgery, but the result was worth it: the procedure was completed without complications, and I regained my health. The doctor knows how to reassure patients and put them at ease. I thank him and wish him continued success.

03/07/2013

Neurosurgeon, spine surgeon

Clinical experience: more than 30 years

Associate Professor Dogan Gucluhan Guclu is a neurosurgeon specializing primarily in spine surgery. He treats herniated discs, spinal canal stenosis, nerve-root compression, limb pain and weakness, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, and other spinal deformities.

He also treats neurosurgical diseases of the brain and spinal cord. Imaging, neurological deficits, and previous treatment outcomes are evaluated before treatment is selected. Surgery is considered only when indicated and is tailored to the level and nature of the lesion.

He completed his neurosurgery specialization in 2003 and has more than 23 years of post-specialization experience. He conducts academic work at Istanbul Aydin University and publishes research on surgical anatomy, lumbar disc procedures, and spine surgery.

Conditions treated

herniated discs;
spinal canal stenosis;
nerve-root compression;
spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, and other deformities;
spinal injuries;
brain and spinal cord tumors;
complex conditions requiring neurosurgical assessment.

Patients should provide MRI or CT scans, radiology reports, neurological examination results, and details of previous treatment. This helps correlate imaging findings with pain, numbness, weakness, or gait problems and determine whether surgery is indicated.

Dogan Gucluhan Guclu graduated from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine in 1996 and completed neurosurgery specialization in 2003. He worked at Sadi Konuk Hospital and is academically active at Istanbul Aydin University.

Why patients choose Dr Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

More than 23 years in neurosurgery
Specialist in spinal disorders and deformities
Academic experience in a university hospital
Research publications on spine surgery

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Achievements and awards

Associate professor and neurosurgery specialist

Expertise: neuro-oncology, spine and functional neurosurgery

Uses neuromonitoring, neuronavigation, intraoperative CT and ultrasound, endoscopy, and Gamma Knife

About Associate Professor Dogan Gucluhan Guclu

Specialization

Neurosurgery
Neuro-oncology: surgical treatment of tumors of the brain, pituitary gland, spinal cord, and spine
Endoscopic neurosurgery: surgery for disc herniation, hydrocephalus, and transsphenoidal pituitary surgery
Spine surgery: cervical and lumbar stenosis, herniated discs, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, and spinal tumors
Functional neurosurgery: epilepsy surgery, deep brain stimulation (DBS), spinal cord and sacral nerve stimulation, and treatment of neuralgia
Treatment of Chiari malformation and congenital nervous-system anomalies

Education

1996 — Faculty of Medicine, Dokuz Eylul University
2003 — specialization in neurosurgery

Clinical experience

Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital — Department of Neurosurgery
Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul Aydin University
Currently — VM Medical Park Florya, Istanbul
Provides an individual assessment for every patient and develops the treatment plan after an in-person examination
Uses surgical and multidisciplinary approaches for diseases of the brain, pituitary gland, spinal cord, and spine

Scientific activity and publications

Associate Professor Dogan Gucluhan Guclu’s scientific work focuses on clinical neurosurgery, spine surgery, neurotraumatology, and pediatric neurosurgery. He is the author and co-author of 15 scientific papers.

Publication topics

surgical treatment of lumbar stenosis;
disc herniation and microdiscectomy in children;
atlas fractures and traumatic spondylolisthesis;
spinal fusion complications and spine-surgery safety;
epidural hematomas and decompressive craniectomy in children;
surgical treatment of interhemispheric subdural empyema;
brain and spinal cord tumors, including diffuse midline glioma;
surgical anatomy of the lumbar arteries and transforaminal endoscopic approaches.

Publications in specialist scientific journals

Turkish Neurosurgery;
Medical Journal of Bakırköy;
Ulusal Travma ve Acil Cerrahi Dergisi;
Sinir Sistemi Cerrahisi Dergisi.

Professional memberships

Turkish Neurosurgical Society — Türk Nöroşirürji Derneği (TND), member since 2004.
Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society, member since 2019.
TND Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery Education and Training Group, member since 2022.

Clinic where the doctor sees patients

VM Medical Park Florya

4.7

40 reviews

Turkey, Istanbul

İAÜ VM Medical Park Florya is a multidisciplinary university hospital in Istanbul that works in cooperation with Istanbul Aydin University. The clinic opened in March 2017 and became the first VM Medical Park concept hospital in Istanbul.

The hospital covers 51,000 m² and has modern infrastructure for diagnostics, surgery, and inpatient monitoring.

300 inpatient beds;
13 operating rooms;
92 outpatient consultation rooms;
academic physicians and multidisciplinary medical teams;
advanced imaging, intensive care, and postoperative monitoring.

Patients with disorders of the brain, spine, and nervous system have access to comprehensive diagnostics, preoperative preparation, neurosurgical treatment, and recovery monitoring. In complex cases, specialists from different disciplines jointly determine the treatment strategy.

The hospital also operates a specialized stroke center. Neurology, emergency medicine, radiology, and intensive care departments work together to provide rapid diagnosis and treatment for patients with acute cerebrovascular disorders.

Published 10.08.2026