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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ferda Çağavi Neurosurgery

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ferda Çağavi

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ferda Çağavi

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26+ years experienceLanguages: Turkish, EnglishOnline consultationAcibadem Kent Hospital (Izmir) · İzmir
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ferda Çağavi
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About Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ferda Çağavi

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ferda Çağavi is a neurosurgeon at Acibadem Kent Hospital in İzmir with 26+ years of experience.

Her clinical focus includes spinal cord injury, subarachnoid hemorrhage, subdural empyema, congenital medulloblastoma, primary spinal extranodal Hodgkin lymphoma, giant unruptured anterior communicating artery aneurysm, spinal canal bullet migration, and lumbar discectomy. She consults in Turkish and English and offers online video consultation.

Assoc. Prof. Ferda Çağavi is an experienced neurosurgeon with a medical degree from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery (2000). Currently affiliated with Acibadem Health Group since 2023, she combines clinical expertise with a commitment to patient-centered care. Active in the professional community, she is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Society for Nervous System Surgery. Her practice focuses on delivering evidence-based neurosurgical care and advancing standards in neurological surgery through clinical work and professional engagement.

Clinical Focus

Areas of Expertise

Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.

Spinal canal bullet migrationPrimary spinal extranodal Hodgkin lymphomaGiant unruptured anterior communicating artery aneurysmCongenital medulloblastomaSpinal cord injurySubarachnoid hemorrhageSubdural empyemaLumbar discectomy
Background

Education

  • 2000Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
  • 1992Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
Career

Professional Experience

  • 2023Acibadem Health Group
  • 2007Acibadem Health Group
  • 2006–2007Department of Neurosurgery, Zonguldak Karaelmas University Faculty of Medicine, Associate Professor
  • 2002–2006Zonguldak Karaelmas University Faculty of Medicine,Department of Neurosurgery,Assistant Professor
  • 2000–2002Private Bayindir Ankara Hospital, Neurosurgery, Specialized Physician
Affiliations

Professional Memberships

  • Turkish Neurosurgical Society
  • Society for Nervous System Surgery
Research

Selected Publications

  • Migration of a bullet in the spinal canal. Cagavi F, Kalayci M, Seckiner I, Cagavi Z, Gul S, Atasoy HT, Demircan N, Açikgoz B. J Clin Neurosci. 14(1):74-6, 2007
  • Primary spinal extranodal Hodgkin’s disease at two levels. Cagavi F, Kalayci M, Tekin IO, Numanoglu G, Cagavi Z, Gul S, Acikgoz B. Clin Neurol Neurosur. 108: 168-173, 2006
  • Giant unruptured anterior communicating artery aneurysm presenting with seizure. Cagavi F, Kalayci M, Unal A, Atasoy HT, Cagavi Z, Acikgoz B. J Clin Neurosci. 13(3):390-394, 2006
  • Congenital medulloblastoma. Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed. 91(5):F373. 2006 Ermis B, Aydemir C, Taspinar O, Cagavi F, Bahadir B, Ozdemir H.
  • Neuroprotective effects of Nigella sativa on experimental spinal cord injury in rats. Kanter M, Coskun O, Kalayci M, Buyukbas S, Cagavi F. Hum Exp Toxicol. 25(3):127-133, 2006
  • Ultrastructural changes in the circumventricular organs after experimental subarachnoid hemorrhage. Akpinar G, Acikgoz B, Surucu S, Celik HH, Cagavi F. Neurol Res. 27(6): 580-585, 2005
  • A Training Model For Lumbar Discectomy. J Clin Neurosci. 12 (6): 673-75, 2005 Kalayci M, Cagavi F, Gul S, Cagavi Z, Acikgoz B.
  • Subdural empyema due to to spinal anesthesia. Acta Anaesth Scand. 48:426, 2005 Kalayci M, Cagavi F, Altunkaya H, Gul S, Acikgoz B.
  • Neuroprotective effects of ebselen on experimental spinal cord injury in rats. Neurochem Res. 30(3):403-410, 2005 Kalayci M, Coskun O, Cagavi F, Kanter M, Armutcu F, Gul S, Acikgoz B.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Ferda Çağavi's specialty?
Dr. Ferda Çağavi is a specialist in Neurosurgery at Acibadem. For a personalised assessment, the Acibadem international patient team can review your medical history and reports and explain the suitable next steps.
Which hospital does Dr. Ferda Çağavi practise at?
Dr. Ferda Çağavi sees patients at Acibadem Kent Hospital (Izmir) in İzmir. The international patient team can confirm current availability and help you plan a consultation or visit.
What languages can I use when consulting Dr. Ferda Çağavi?
Consultations with Dr. Ferda Çağavi are supported in Turkish and English. In addition, Acibadem provides multilingual coordination and interpreter support so international patients can communicate clearly throughout their care.
How can I book an appointment with Dr. Ferda Çağavi?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Ferda Çağavi using the appointment form on this page, or by contacting the Acibadem international patient team by phone or WhatsApp. After you share your details, the team checks availability and confirms your appointment, usually within 24 hours.
Is an online video consultation available with Dr. Ferda Çağavi?
Yes. Dr. Ferda Çağavi offers online video consultations, so you can discuss your condition and reports with the specialist before making any travel arrangements. The international patient team can help you schedule a secure video visit.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ferda Çağavi have?
Dr. Ferda Çağavi has around 26 years of professional experience in Neurosurgery. A summary of education, experience and professional memberships is available on this page.
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Ferda Çağavi?
Yes. Acibadem supports international patients end to end — from the first consultation and treatment planning through appointment scheduling, interpretation during the stay and follow-up after returning home. Sharing your case for an initial assessment is free of charge.
How do I get a second opinion involving Dr. Ferda Çağavi?
You can request an independent review of your diagnosis and proposed treatment. Share your medical reports through the consultation or "Ask a Doctor" form on this site, and the team will arrange a specialist review and explain the available options.
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Acibadem Kent Hospital is a private medical facility in Izmir, Türkiye, within the Acibadem Healthcare Group. Serving both local and international patients, the hospital offers multidisciplinary healthcare supported by hospital-based diagnostic, treatment and follow-up units. Its location in Izmir, one of Türkiye’s most accessible coastal cities, makes it a practical choice for patients who are combining medical care with international travel.
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