63 Best Rehabilitation Doctors in Istanbul

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.

Dr. Gunesh Yavuzer is a professor of physical therapy and a senior physician at Romatem Rehabilitation Centers. He holds a PhD from Erasmus University in the Netherlands. Dr. Yavuzer specializes in neurological recovery using robotic rehabilitation and gait analysis. He treats complex conditions like stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson’s disease.

• Expert in robotic gait training and functional recovery for orthopedic cases.
• Published researcher with numerous international works in rehabilitation medicine.
• Treats patients at Romatem Hospitals, a center serving over 5,000 patients annually.
• Performs specialized procedures including Lokomat therapy and Anti-Gravity treadmill training.

Professor Engin Cakar is a triple-specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital, focused on neurological recovery and pain medicine.

• Trained at Harvard Medical School in non-invasive brain stimulation techniques
• Specialises in algology – the expert management of chronic and complex pain
• Chairs the Turkish Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group
• Qualified in electrodiagnostic neurology for precise nerve and muscle testing
• Published over 40 articles in international journals on rehabilitation outcomes

Assistant Professor Bestami Yalvac is a leading specialist in non-surgical rehabilitation at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He focuses on restoring mobility through innovative therapies like Ozone Therapy and Dry Needling.

• Specialises in neurological rehabilitation for stroke, hemiplegia, and paraplegia
• Treats chronic pain conditions including fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis
• Expert in spinal health, managing lumbar hernias and spondylolisthesis recovery
• Provides sports injury rehabilitation using kinesiotape and ozone therapy
• Academic lead at Galata University with research focus on rheumatic diseases

Dr Selin Bozkurt is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She focuses on neurological recovery and high-tech robotic physical therapy.

• Uses RoboSpine robotic technology for spinal disc herniation and back pain
• Performs ultrasound-guided injections and PRP therapy for joint recovery
• Manages stroke and spinal cord injury rehabilitation programmes
• Treats paediatric orthopaedic issues like scoliosis and walking disorders
• Combines traditional medicine including acupuncture with neural therapy for pain

Professor Semih Aki founded the Physical Treatment and Rehabilitation Department at Anadolu Medical Center and is a member of the European Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

• Specialises in orthopaedic rehabilitation for post-surgical recovery and injury repair
• Uses neurophysiology techniques including EEG and EMG to assess nerve and muscle function
• Administers Botulinum toxin injections to treat muscle stiffness and movement disorders
• Provides various injection treatments including PRP and ozone therapy for joint healing
• Serves as a member of the International Osteoporosis Foundation

Professor Taskaynatan is a dual-qualified specialist in both rehabilitation and algology at Memorial Atasehir Hospital. He focuses on restoring movement while managing chronic pain through targeted medical interventions.

• Specialises in physical medicine and rehabilitation for complex recovery cases
• Expert in algology – the medical study and treatment of pain
• Former faculty member at GATA Faculty of Medicine in Ankara
• Experienced in military hospital settings for acute physical therapy

Associate Professor Savash Chomlek is a senior specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He focuses on the intersection of pain management and rehabilitation for patients with complex conditions.

• Specialises in interventional pain sonology – uses ultrasound-guided injections to target chronic pain sources accurately
• Manages pain relief for cerebral palsy rehabilitation to improve movement and comfort
• Holds the Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice (FIPP) credential from the World Institute of Pain
• Member of the World Academy of Pain Medicine United (WAPMU)

Associate Professor Savas Comlek is a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice specialising in chronic and cancer-related pain rehabilitation at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Treats complex neck, waist, and spinal pain through interventional techniques
• Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist using ultrasound to guide precise needle placements
• Expert in splanchnic neurolysis to manage severe pain from pancreatic cancer
• Performs intrathecal port placements for direct chemotherapy and long-term pain relief
• Researched multimodal analgesia to reduce the need for strong opioid medications

Professor Baris Metin is a neurological rehabilitation expert at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital who brings specialised expertise from his time at Ghent University in Belgium.

• Uses functional neuroimaging to map brain activity, creating more precise recovery plans for stroke and injury patients
• Specialises in cognitive rehabilitation for memory disorders and attention deficits
• Manages complex paediatric cases including cerebral palsy and childhood epilepsy
• Performs electroencephalography (EEG) to monitor brain health during the rehabilitation process

Dr Ozden Gul provides surgical rehabilitation support at Ümran Tıp Merkezi. She specialises in laparoscopic techniques that offer patients faster recovery and minimal scarring.

• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Performs endocrine surgery on thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Manages surgical treatment for both benign and malignant breast diseases
• Experienced in trauma surgery for urgent injury rehabilitation and intervention
• Practiced at major institutions like Haydarpaşa Numune Training Hospital