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Mehmet Tonge

Mehmet Tonge

Spine Care/Surgery

22+

Years of Experience

About Mehmet Tonge

<p>Neurosurgery Training: Gazi University, Department of Neurosurgery, 2011 </p><p>H index: 10, I10 Index: 12 Citations: 296</p><p> Dr Mehmet Tonge has international and nationwide 32 publications, 12 book chapters, 92 oral and poster presentations and 41 invited lectures, mostly on Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery. </p><p> </p><p><i><strong>Work &amp; Training experience:</strong></i></p><p>2004-2011: Gazi University, Department of Neurosurgery (Residency)</p><p> 2008: Zurich University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery (Intraoperative MRI applications), Switzerland </p><p>2008: Zurich University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery: Microneurosurgery, white matter dissection, interventional neuroradiology courses, Switzerland </p><p>2011 – 2012: Sinop Ataturk State Hospital, Neurosurgeon</p><p> 2012 – 2013: Cankiri State Hospital, Neurosurgeon </p><p>2013 – 2014: Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Neurosurgery &amp; Gamma Knife Center (Ass Prof) </p><p>2013 – now: Maastricht University Neurosurgery &amp; Neuroscience Department (Visiting scientist, PhDc) The Netherlands </p><p>2014: Maastricht University, The Netherlands: Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship 2014-2018: Istanbul Memorial Hospital Neurosurgery: Staff Neurosurgeon</p><p> 2016-2018: Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital (Consultant, Gamma Knife Center) </p><p>2018-now: Istanbul Medipol University (Stereotactic &amp; Functional Neurosurgery, Gamma Knife Center) Ass. Prof.) </p><p> </p><p>Dr Mehmet Tonge has completed 4-year cycle EANS (European Association of Neurosurgical Societies) Training courses. </p><p> </p><p><i>Clinical areas of interest:</i></p><p> • Stereotactic &amp; Functional Neurosurgery</p><p> • Surgery for movement disorders</p><ul><li>* MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS)</li></ul><p> • Gamma Knife Radiosurgery </p><p>• Surgery for pain &amp; spasticity </p><p>• Psychosurgery</p><p> </p><p><i>Research areas of interest: </i></p><p>• Deep brain stimulation</p><ul><li>* MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS)</li></ul><p> • Stereotactic radiosurgery </p><p> </p><p><i><strong>Administrative duties:</strong></i></p><p> • Turkish Neurosurgical Society, Sterotactic &amp; Functional Neurosurgery Section: Board member 2015- 2017 </p><p>• Turkish Neurosurgical Society, Sterotactic &amp; Functional Neurosurgery Section: Board member (Secretary) 2017-2019</p><p> • Turkish Skull Base Society: Board member 2016-2018</p><p> • Turkish Skull Base Society: Supervisory board member 2018-2020</p><p> • Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society: Executive Board Member, (Accountant) 2023-still </p><p> </p><p><i><strong>Memberships:</strong></i> </p><p>• WSSFN (World Stereotactic &amp; Functional Neurosurgery Society) </p><p>• ESSFN (European Stereotactic &amp; Functional Neurosurgery Society)</p><p> • Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society</p><p> • Deep Brain Stimulation Society </p><p>• International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society </p><p>• Leksell Gamma Knife Society </p><p>• EANS (European Association of Neurosurgical Societies) </p><p>• Turkish Neurosurgical Society</p><p>• Turkish Skull Base Society</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Sample Publications: </p><p>1. Tonge M. Technological developments in electric based DBS. Deep Brain Stimulation 2024 4(36-41) DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jdbs.2023.12.001 </p><p>2. Akgul E, Onan HB, Islek I, Tonge M, Durmus Y, Barburoglu M, Azizova A, Erol C, Hakyemez B, Sencer S, Aydin K, Arat A. Flow diverter stents in the treatment of recanalized intracranial aneurysms. Interv Neuroradiol. 2021 Aug;27(4):481-489. doi: 10.1177/1591019921990507. Epub 2021 Jan 28. PMID: 33509011; PMCID: PMC8580529. </p><p>3. Mulders AEP, Temel Y, Tonge M, Schaper FLWVJ, van Kranen-Mastenbroek V,Ackermans L, Kubben P, Janssen MLF, Duits A. The association between surgical characteristics and cognitive decline following deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus in Parkinson's disease. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2021 Jan;200:106341. doi: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2020.106341. Epub 2020 Nov 3. PMID: 33160716. </p><p>4. Wetzelaer P, Vlis T, Tonge M, Ackermans L, Kubben P, Evers S, Kocabicak E, Temel Y. Management of Hardware Related Infections after DBS Surgery: A Cost Analysis. Turk Neurosurg. 2018;28(6):929- 933. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.21511-17.1. PMID: 29465741. </p><p>5. Bedirli N, Emmez G, Ünal Y, Tönge M, Emmez H. Effects of positive end- expiratory pressure on intracranial pressure during pneumoperitoneum and Trendelenburg position in a porcine mode. Turk J Med Sci. 2017 Nov 13;47(5):1610-1615. doi: 10.3906/sag-1609-17. PMID: 29152942. </p><p>6. Sari R, Tonge M, Bolukbasi FH, Onoz M, Baskan O, Silav G, Elmaci I. Management of Failed Cranioplasty. Turk Neurosurg. 2017;27(2):201-207. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.15395-15.0. PMID: 27593759. </p><p>7. Tonge M, Kocabicak E, Ackermans L, Kuijf M, Temel Y. Final Electrode Position in Subthalamic Nucleus Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery: A Comparison of Indirect and Direct Targeting Methods. Turk Neurosurg. 2016;26(6):900-903. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.13739-14.1. PMID: 27337232. </p><p>8. Tonge M, Ackermans L, Kocabicak E, van Kranen-Mastenbroek V, Kuijf M, Oosterloo M, Kubben P, Temel Y. A detailed analysis of intracerebral hemorrhages in DBS surgeries. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2015 Dec;139:183-7. doi: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2015.10.017. Epub 2015 Oct 23. PMID: 26513430. </p><p>9. Silav G, Bölükbaşı FH, Özek E, Tönge M, Önöz M, Elmacı İ. A Simple Technique for Bone Storage after Decompressive Craniectomy in Children. Pediatr Neurosurg. 2015;50(3):161-4. doi: 10.1159/000381748. Epub 2015 May 14. PMID: 25998533. </p><p>10. Yilmaz MB, Donmez H, Tonge M, Senol S, Tekiner A. Vertebrojugular arteriovenous fistula and pseudoaneurysm formation due to penetrating vertebral artery injury: case report and review of the literature. Turk Neurosurg. 2015;25(1):141-5. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.8247-13.1. PMID: 25640560. </p><p>11. Kurt G, Tönge M, Çeltıkçı E, Çapraz I, Serdaroğlu A, Bılır E. Surgery for intractable temporal lobe epilepsy: experience of a single institution. Turk J Med Sci. 2014;44(5):866-70. doi: 10.3906/sag-1307- 30. PMID: 25539559. </p><p>12. Yılmaz MB, Tönge M, Emmez H, Kaymaz F, Kaymaz M. Neuroprotective effects of quetiapine on neuronal apoptosis following experimental transient focal cerebral ischemia in rats. J Korean Neurosurg Soc. 2013 Jul;54(1):1-7. doi: 10.3340/jkns.2013.54.1.1. Epub 2013 Jul 31. PMID: 24044072; PMCID: PMC3772279. </p><p>13. Yilmaz MB, Egemen E, Tonge M, Kaymaz M. Transoral protrusion of a peritoneal catheter due to gastric perforation 10 years after a ventriculoperitoneal shunting: case report and review of the literature. Turk Neurosurg. 2013;23(2):285-8. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.4904-11.1. PMID: 23546921. </p><p>14. Omerhodzic I, Tonge M, Matos B, Musabeliu E, Raspanti C, Ferdinandov D, Galimova R, Muroi C, Balik V, Kursumovic A. Neurosurgical training programme in selected European countries: from the young neurosurgeons' point of view. Turk Neurosurg. 2012;22(3):286-93. doi: 10.5137/1019- 5149.JTN.5133-11.0. PMID: 22664994. </p><p>15. Ergun E, Kurt G, Tonge M, Aytar H, Tas M, Baykaner K, Ceviker N. Effects of phenytoin sodium on dura mater healing in a rat model of CSF leakage. Turk Neurosurg. 2011;21(4):471-6. PMID: 22194102. </p><p>16. Emmez H, Tonge M, Tokgoz N, Durdag E, Gonul I, Cevıker N. Radiological and histopathological comparison of microporous polysaccharide hemospheres and oxidized regenerated cellulose in the rabbit brain: a study of efficacy and safety. Turk Neurosurg. 2010 Oct;20(4):485-91. doi: 10.5137/1019- 5149.JTN.3300-10.2. PMID: 20963698. </p><p>17. Emmez H, Yildirim Z, Kale A, Tönge M, Durdağ E, Börcek AO, Uçankuş LN, Doğulu F, Kiliç N, Baykaner MK. Anti-apoptotic and neuroprotective effects of α-lipoic acid on spinal cord ischemiareperfusion injury in rabbits. Acta Neurochir (Wien). 2010 Sep;152(9):1591-600; discussion 1600-1. doi: 10.1007/s00701-010-0703-9. Epub 2010 Jun 10. PMID: 20535507. </p><p>18. Kurt G, Tonge M, Börcek AO, Karahacioglu E, Gurel O, Baykaner K, Ceviker N, Aykol S. Fractionated gamma knife radiosurgery for optic nerve tumors: a technical report. Turk Neurosurg. 2010 Apr;20(2):241-6. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.1681-09.3. PMID: 20401852. </p><p>19. Emmez H, Kale A, Tönge M, Cakir A, Ceviker N. Two meningiomas with different histological grades in the same patient. Case report. Neurol Med Chir (Tokyo). 2010;50(8):686-8. doi: 10.2176/nmc.50.686. PMID: 20805656.</p>

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Speciality

Spine Care/SurgeryNeurology

Language Spoken

EnglishTurkish

Awards

  • "Technological developments in electric based DBS," 2024
  • "Final Electrode Position in Subthalamic Nucleus Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery," 2016
  • "A detailed analysis of intracerebral hemorrhages in DBS surgeries," 2015
  • "Surgery for intractable temporal lobe epilepsy: experience of a single institution," 2014
  • Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society — Executive Board Member and Accountant
  • European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
  • Deep Brain Stimulation Society
  • International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society
  • Leksell Gamma Knife Society
  • Turkish Neurosurgical Society — Former Section Secretary and Board Member
  • Turkish Skull Base Society — Former Supervisory Board Member

Neurosurgeon

2018–present — Medipol University, Istanbul — Assistant Professor, Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery

2016–2018 — Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital — Consultant, Gamma Knife Center

2014–2018 — Istanbul Memorial Hospital — Staff Neurosurgeon

2013–2014 — Istanbul Medipol University — Assistant Professor, Gamma Knife Center

2013–present — Maastricht University, Netherlands — Visiting Scientist and PhD Candidate

2012–2013 — Cankiri State Hospital — Neurosurgeon

2011–2012 — Sinop Ataturk State Hospital — Neurosurgeon

All Procedures

Performed by Mehmet Tonge

Spine Care/Surgery

Spine Care/Surgery

Spine care and surgery abroad covers disc replacement, spinal fusion, laminectomy, endoscopic discectomy, scoliosis correction, and spinal cord decompression performed by internationally trained spine surgeons. Options range from conservative pain management and physiotherapy to complex multi-level reconstructive surgery. The cost of [spine surgery](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/spine-care-surgery/spinal-fusion-surgery) is a major barrier in many countries. A [spinal fusion procedure](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/spine-care-surgery/posterior-fusion-spine-surgery) that costs $50,000 to $80,000 at home may be available for $7,000 to $18,000 abroad at equally accredited hospitals with fellowship-trained spine surgeons using premium implants and intraoperative navigation. Leading international spine centers offer shorter waiting times, advanced imaging-guided surgical precision, and integrated rehabilitation programs. Patients consistently report more comprehensive pre-surgical evaluation and structured postoperative care than they experienced at home. The spine surgeon's subspecialty training and the hospital's neuromonitoring capabilities are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon is fellowship-trained in spine surgery. Postoperative physiotherapy compliance, activity modification, and maintaining a healthy weight are critical for long-term spine health and surgical success.

Neurology

Neurology

Neurology treatment abroad provides access to world-class neurologists and neurosurgeons for brain, spine, and nervous system disorders including stroke, [epilepsy](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/neurology/epilepsy), [Parkinson's disease](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/neurology/parkinsons-disease), [multiple sclerosis](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/neurology/multiple-sclerosis), brain tumors, and neuropathy. Advanced diagnostic tools and evidence-based treatment protocols deliver outcomes comparable to the world's leading neurological centers. Neurological care costs can be prohibitive in many countries. Complex neurosurgical procedures that cost $80,000 to $150,000 at home may be available for $12,000 to $35,000 abroad at JCI-accredited hospitals with equally trained neurologists and the latest diagnostic and surgical technology. Leading international neurology centers offer shorter waiting times, intraoperative MRI suites, and dedicated international case coordinators. Patients report receiving comprehensive, attentive neurological care that was more accessible than at home. The neurologist's subspecialty experience and the hospital's technology infrastructure are the most important factors. Confirm your treating team includes fellowship-trained neurologists or neurosurgeons. Adherence to post-treatment rehabilitation, medication protocols, and follow-up imaging significantly influences long-term neurological outcomes.

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