Professional Experience
Prof. Taşkapılıoğlu has held both academic and clinical leadership roles, combining university-level teaching with advanced neurosurgical practice.
- Current positions: Professor of Neurosurgery at Uludağ University Medical School, Bursa; practicing neurosurgeon at Private Medicabil Hospital, Bursa
- Clinical scope: Performs thousands of complex neurosurgical procedures across adult and pediatric cases with high success rates
Academic Contributions
- Professor guiding neurosurgery training for students and residents
- Frequent presenter at neurosurgical conferences and scientific congresses
- Author of numerous scientific articles and conference presentations, as well as several book chapters
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Taşkapılıoğlu is recognized for managing a broad spectrum of neurologic conditions, tailored to both adult and pediatric patients.
- Brain tumors (adult and pediatric), cerebral aneurysms
- Spine disorders including degenerative disc disease, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal tumors, congenital spine abnormalities
- Epilepsy surgery, brain herniation, hydrocephalus, craniosynostosis (head shape correction), tethered cord conditions
Publications and Research
Prof. Taşkapılıoğlu has contributed significantly to neurosurgical research, spanning pediatric neurosurgery and neurocritical care.
He has participated in a study examining long-term outcomes of tethered cord surgeries, reporting rates of retethering and guiding postoperative monitoring strategies over a ten-year period.
In 2023, he co-authored a study on hematological markers—such as neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio—to predict imminent brain death, demonstrating the clinical value of accessible blood tests in neurocritical care.
He also co-authored a review on phacomatoses—neurocutaneous syndromes with oncologic relevance—highlighting surgical considerations for tumor-associated skin and nervous system disorders.
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Taşkapılıoğlu blends technical excellence with empathetic patient-centered care.
- Focuses on clear communication and patient education to foster informed consent
- Delivers personalized treatment plans for complex neurosurgical conditions
- Known for compassionate care, especially in pediatric neurosurgery settings
- Emphasizes safety, minimally invasive techniques when appropriate, and supportive follow-up
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
- Member of the Turkish Medical Association
- Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery, Uludağ University Medical School, Bursa
FAQs
- Is Prof. Dr. M. Özgür Taşkapılıoğlu board-certified?
- Yes. He is a Professor of Neurosurgery in Turkey with extensive board-level training and certification.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He specializes in brain tumor removal (adult and pediatric), cerebral aneurysms, spine surgery, epilepsy surgery, hydrocephalus treatment, craniosynostosis correction, and more.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. He provides neurosurgical expertise at Private Medicabil Hospital in Bursa, which accommodates both local and international patients.
- How long has he been practicing neurosurgery?
- Prof. Taşkapılıoğlu has over 30 years of clinical and academic neurosurgery experience.
- What languages does he speak?
- He speaks Turkish and English.
- What is his current workplace?
- He is on the faculty at Uludağ University in Bursa and practices at Private Medicabil Hospital, Bursa.
