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Dr. MEMET OZEK

Dr. Memet Ozek, Pediatric Neurosurgeon

Snapshot Highlights

  • Professor of Neurosurgery with a specialization in Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Over two decades of dedicated experience in neurosurgical practice
  • Former Head of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
  • President of the European Society of Paediatric Neurosurgery (2008-2010)
  • Extensive publication record in leading peer-reviewed journals

Dr. MEMET OZEK

Professional Journey and Expertise

Dr. Memet Ozek is a distinguished figure in the field of Neurosurgery, with a highly specialized focus on Pediatric Neurosurgery. His career, spanning over two decades, is marked by a commitment to advancing neurosurgical care and research. He has held significant leadership positions, including serving as the Head of the Pediatric Neurosurgery Department and the Department of Neurosurgery at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. His tenure also included leading the Neurological Sciences Institute of Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, demonstrating broad administrative and clinical expertise.

Educational Foundation

Dr. Ozek’s academic and clinical training is rooted in prestigious institutions. He completed his medical education at Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine before undertaking his specialization training in Neurosurgery at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine. His academic career advanced through professorial ranks at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, culminating in a professorship. Further refining his skills, he completed a clinical fellowship in Pediatric Neurosurgery at the renowned New York University Medical Center.

Professional Affiliations and Leadership

A respected member of the international neurosurgical community, Dr. Ozek is affiliated with several key professional organizations. His commitment to pediatric neurosurgery is underscored by his memberships in the European Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery (ESPN) and the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery (ISPN). His leadership capabilities were further recognized through his role as President of the European Society of Paediatric Neurosurgery from 2008 to 2010. Additional memberships include the Society for Research into Hydrocephalus and Spina Bifida, the Turkish Pediatric Neurology Association, the Turkish Epilepsy Fighting Association, the Turkish Pediatric Oncology Association, and the Turkish Neurosurgery Association.

Contributions to Medical Literature

Dr. Ozek’s expertise is reflected in his substantial contributions to medical literature, with a significant number of publications in peer-reviewed journals. His research interests include hydrocephalus management, neuroimaging findings, spinal dysraphism, pediatric brain tumors such as medulloblastoma and osteosarcoma, and neurological conditions like epilepsy and tremors. His work has been featured in prominent publications such as the American Journal of Neuroradiology (AJNR), Childs Nervous System, Pediatric Neurology, and the Journal of Clinical Neuroscience, highlighting his dedication to advancing the understanding and treatment of complex neurological disorders in children.