Dr. SERDAR OZGEN
Snapshot Highlights
- Professor at Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine
- Associate Professor at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
- Recognized specialist in Neurosurgery and Spine Health
- Extensive research contributions in spinal pathologies
- Fellowship training at the University of Arkansas for Spine Research
Professional Experience
Dr. Serdar Ozgen brings over two decades of dedicated experience to the field of neurosurgery, with a specialized focus on spine health. His career trajectory highlights a deep commitment to advancing surgical techniques and patient care within complex neurological conditions.
- Current Professor at Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine since 2010, contributing to academic excellence and advanced medical education.
- Served as an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 2005 to 2009, fostering a strong foundation in neurosurgical training and research.
- Gained valuable experience as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 1998 to 2005.
- Undertook critical Spine Research Fellowship training at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, from 1998 to 1999, honing expertise in spinal biomechanics and surgical innovation.
- Served as a Neurosurgery Specialist in the Department of Neurosurgery at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 1996 to 1998.
- Completed comprehensive specialist training in Neurosurgery at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 1990 to 1996.
- Affiliated with Acıbadem Health Group since 2009, demonstrating a commitment to providing high-quality patient care within a leading healthcare network.
Education
Dr. Ozgen’s educational background is rooted in prestigious institutions, reflecting a strong commitment to academic rigor and specialized training in neurosurgery.
- Professor appointment at Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine in 2010.
- Achieved Associate Professor status at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 2005.
- Completed Neurosurgery specialist training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Brain and Nerve Surgery in 1996.
- Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty in 1990.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Ozgen is an active member of several distinguished medical organizations, underscoring his engagement with the broader neurosurgical and spinal surgery communities.
- Chamber of Physicians
- Turkish Neurosurgery Association
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal Surgery Group
- North America Spine Society (NASS)
- Turkish Spine Association
- European Spine Society, Eurospine
- Nervous System Surgery Association
Publications and Research
Dr. Ozgen has made significant contributions to the neurosurgical literature, with numerous publications focusing on spinal conditions, neuro-oncology, and surgical outcomes. His research reflects a dedication to evidence-based practice and the advancement of neurosurgical knowledge.
- Published research on conditions such as pigmented villonodular synovitis of the spine, intraventricular hemorrhage as a presenting form of Sneddon’s Syndrome, and upper lumbar disc herniation.
- Authored studies evaluating combined anterior and posterior surgical approaches for multisegmental cervical spondylotic myelopathy and the predictive value of microvessel density in cerebellar medulloblastoma.
- Investigated surgical approaches for upper cervical pathologies and the treatment of sacrococcygeal chordoma.
- Contributed to the understanding of spinal meningiomas and the outcomes associated with cervical corpectomy.
- Explored the anatomical variations of the vertebral artery and provided insights into the treatment of acute spinal cord injury.
- Published research on the surgical treatment of intramedullary spinal cord ependymomas and degenerative spondylolisthesis.