Prof. Akin Sabanci is a Professor of Neurosurgery at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his training in neurosurgery and earned his professorship in 2023 at Istanbul University’s Department of Neurosurgery. He brings practical experience from his work with Acibadem Health Group in 2022 and maintains active involvement in academic and professional circles. He serves on the Advisory Board of the National Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery and is a member of the Faculty Board at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He is also a member of the Society for Nervous System Surgery and the Turkish Neurosurgical Society. His career blends clinical practice, academic leadership, and contributions to neurosurgical research and professional organizations.
Education
- 2023 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery / Professor Doctor
- 2017 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery / Associate Professor
- 2010 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
- 2003 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
Experience
- 2022 Acibadem Health Group
- 2013 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
- 2011 – 2013 Karabuk State Hospital / Compulsory Service
- 2010 – 2011 Kyrenia Military Hospital / Military Service
- 2009 Boston MGH Hospital Department of Neurosurgery / Boston, USA / Observer
Memberships
- Advisory Board Member of National Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
- Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Faculty Board
- Society for Nervous System Surgery
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society
