Best Neurology Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Dr. Omer Faruk Oge is an ophthalmologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in surgeries for strabismus, cataracts, and retinal diseases. He is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. Dr. Oge also focuses on pediatric eye health and ocular aesthetics.

• Trained at the Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital.
• Treats complex conditions including amblyopia and retinal disorders.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Professor Baris Metin has performed over 1,100 neurological treatments and leads specialist evaluations for deep brain stimulation at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Specialises in memory disorders, epilepsy, and functional neuroimaging for precise brain mapping
• Holds a PhD in psychology from Ghent University in Belgium – adding deep cognitive insight to care
• Expert in electroencephalography (EEG) for diagnosing complex seizure and sleep disorders
• Serves as an Assistant Professor at Üsküdar University, bridging clinical work with research

Dr Ferahcan leads the Check-up Department at Memorial Şişli Hospital and specialises in protective health and family medicine.

• Treats nutritional deficiencies using vitamin replacement therapies
• Manages adult vaccination programmes for preventative care
• Served as Emergency Department Head at Afyon SSK Hospital
• Member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber
• Focuses on public health safety and emergency first aid

Professor Kutukcu is a specialist in neurophysiology who completed his clinical training at the University of California San Francisco in the United States.

• Specialises in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) to help manage severe movement disorders
• Treats Parkinson's disease, tremors, and dystonia using evidence-based protocols
• Expert in botulinum toxin applications for neurological conditions and muscle spasticity
• Active member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
• Manages complex cases of epilepsy, dementia, and sleep-related neurological disorders

Dr Salcini has performed 900+ neurological procedures and co-authored a chapter in Merritt's Neurology Handbook – a globally recognised medical reference.

• Specialises in electrophysiology, using electrical tests to diagnose nerve and muscle issues
• Focuses on Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and complex movement disorders
• Practises at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a facility dedicated entirely to neurosciences
• Trained at Marmara University with a subspecialty focus on dementias and epilepsy

Professor Kocabicak is a leading authority in functional neurosurgery and deep brain stimulation (DBS) – a life-changing treatment for movement disorders. He serves as the Rector of Atlas University and leads the nation's premier neuromodulation centre.

• Specialises in DBS for Parkinson's disease, complex tremors, and epilepsy
• Founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
• Completed PhD in neuroscience at Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Published 46 international research papers on electrode placement and surgical outcomes
• Trains neurosurgeons worldwide in advanced stereotactic and neuromodulation techniques

Professor Dilek Necioglu Orken was the Head of Neurology at Demiroglu Science University. She currently treats patients at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specialises in diagnosing and managing complex neurological disorders
• Former Education and Administrative Officer at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training Hospital
• Trained at Istanbul Science University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Active member of the Turkish Neurological Society

Dr Nuran Burcu Arkali is a specialist in clinical electrophysiology who helped establish a dedicated neurology intensive care unit before joining Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Holds a Master of Electro-physiology for precise EEG and EMG diagnostics
• Uses Botulinum toxin (Botox) injections to treat migraines and movement disorders
• Provides ozone and neural therapy for chronic pain and neurological health
• Treats complex neurodegenerative conditions including Parkinson\'s and dementia
• Qualified in sleep medicine to manage disorders affecting neurological recovery

Dr Selvinaz Edizer is a dedicated paediatric neurology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on neurological conditions affecting children and infants.

• Specialises in paediatric neurology – diagnosing and managing brain and nervous system disorders in children
• Previously served at Bezmialem Foundation University – a prominent medical training institution
• Worked at İzmir Behçet Uz Child Health Hospital – a major centre for paediatric care and surgery
• Completed specialist training in both general paediatrics and paediatric neurology

Dr Tokmak has performed over 1,100 neurological procedures and holds a rare Master's degree in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University.

• Specialises in precise diagnostics using EMG, EEG, and sleep studies (PSG)
• Focuses on complex cases of epilepsy, dementia, and chronic headaches
• Expert in identifying neuropathic pain and movement disorders like Parkinson's
• Trained at the prestigious Okmeydanı Teaching and Research Hospital

Dr Sinan Comu brings American-standard neurological care to Memorial Şişli Hospital, following specialist training at the University of Pittsburgh and Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital.

• Specialises in pediatric neurology, focusing on epilepsy and developmental delays in children
• Manages complex genetic and metabolic disorders affecting the nervous system
• Provides neurological care for pregnant women when fetal conditions are detected
• Uses American treatment protocols for movement and behavioural disorders
• Active member of the Child Neurology Society and Turkish Neurological Society

Professor Sahiner is a leading neurologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital with a dedicated focus on Alzheimer's disease and epilepsy research.

• Founder and past president of the Alzheimer's Association Denizli Branch
• Member of the International Society to Advance Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment
• Specialises in neurodegenerative conditions and seizure disorders
• Member of the Turkish Clinical EEG-EMG Association
• Active contributor to international neuroscience research through the Society for Neuroscience

Dr Naci Karaagac serves as a senior Neurology Specialist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. He brings expertise from his extensive background at major clinical institutions.

• Practices at Memorial Sisli Hospital – a JCI-accredited medical centre
• Held a long-term clinical role at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty
• Gained specialised experience at the American Hospital in Istanbul
• Treated patients within the German Hospital's neurology department
• Completed medical service at Maslak Military Hospital

Dr Tuncer is a highly regarded Neurology Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital, one of Istanbul's most prominent medical centres.

• Specialises in the diagnosis and management of complex neurological disorders
• Held senior specialist roles at Florence Nightingale Hospital for over a decade
• Experienced in treating occupational-related neurological conditions and injuries
• Provides expert care within a JCI-accredited multidisciplinary hospital environment

Professor Topcular has performed over 1,100 successful treatments, specialising in movement disorders and complex epilepsy at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at the University of Basel Neurology Clinic and PharmaZentrum Research Center in Switzerland
• Expert in deep brain stimulation (DBS) and vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) for medication-resistant cases
• Specialises in molecular neuroimaging and brain PET for accurate dementia and Parkinson's diagnosis
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Florence Nightingale Hospital network in Istanbul

Dr Hatice Hale Tuzun is a senior neurology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She brings high-level expertise from her time at several of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Specialises in diagnosing and managing neurological conditions
• Practiced at the American Hospital in Istanbul
• Provides expert care at a JCI-accredited hospital centre
• Offers online consultations for international patients

Dr. Nihal Isik is a neurologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She serves as the Turkey Representative to the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis. Dr. Isik specialized at Hacettepe University and focuses on neuro-muscular diseases, epilepsy, and dementia. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Authored the official Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines for Multiple Sclerosis.
• Published more than 60 peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals.
• Heads sessions and delivers invited panels at global neurology conferences.
• Awarded for excellence in multiple sclerosis research at the National Neurology Congress.

Associate Professor Ebru Altindag is an award-winning neurologist and subspecialist in clinical neurophysiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in juvenile myoclonic epilepsy and complex seizure disorders
• Heads neurophysiology diagnostics using video-EEG monitoring for accurate results
• Awarded by the Turkish Scientific and Technical Research Council for nerve-related research
• Focuses on neuroimmunology and neurophysiology at Istanbul Bilim University
• Member of the Turkish Association for Combating Epilepsy and Child Neurology Association

Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has over 25 years of clinical and academic experience in the field of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He specializes in hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery.

He was born in Istanbul in 1971. He completed his elementary, middle, and high school education in Istanbul. In 1988, he was admitted to Istanbul University’s Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, where he began his medical education, and graduated with a medical degree in 1994.

Between 1994 and 1996, he fulfilled his mandatory service as a general practitioner in Artvin. In 1996, he passed the Medical Specialization Exam (TUS) and began his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology. In 2001, he completed his residency at Taksim Training and Research Hospital and earned the title of Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Following his residency, he completed his mandatory service at Van State Hospital and subsequently worked at Beykoz State Hospital. He later worked as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital, where he had the opportunity to work with many experienced surgeons in his field.

As part of his professional development, he served as an observer physician at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, USA. He later worked at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital and was appointed Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology in 2018.

He retired in 2023 and began working at Florence Nightingale Ataşehir Hospital that same year. In 2024, he was appointed as a professor at Demiroğlu Science University after being promoted to the rank of professor.

After a brief stint at Mecidiyeköy Environmental Hospital, Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has been serving as a Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology at NPİSTANBUL Hospital since June 2026.

He is married and an avid animal lover.