33 Best Alzheimer's disease Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Betul Tavil is a professor of pediatric hematology and oncology at Memorial Şişli Hospital. She has successfully treated 500+ children with leukemia. Dr. Tavil is an expert in bone marrow transplantation for complex cases. She manages rare blood disorders, including congenital erythropoietic porphyria and immunodeficiencies. Memorial Şişli Hospital is JCI-accredited and maintains a 90% organ transplant success rate.

• Performed over 100 pediatric bone marrow transplantations for malignant and genetic diseases.
• Winner of the Turkish Hematology Society Award for pediatric blood cancer treatment.
• Author of over 150 scientific publications with more than 1,700 citations.
• Member of the International Society for Stem Cell Research.

Associate Professor Mehmet Tonge is a leader in functional neurosurgery, specialising in brain-mapping techniques and neuromodulation at the Medipol University PARMER centre.

• Uses MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) to treat neurological conditions without making surgical incisions
• Completed a high-level Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) fellowship at Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Serves as an executive board member for the Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society
• Expert in Gamma Knife radiosurgery, providing precise radiation treatment for complex brain lesions

Professor Kocabicak is a leading authority in functional neurosurgery and neuromodulation, specialising in deep brain stimulation (DBS) for complex neurological conditions.

• Serves as the Rector of Atlas University and is a founding board member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
• Holds a PhD from Maastricht University in the clinical and scientific aspects of deep brain stimulation
• Uses DBS to manage symptoms in neurodegenerative diseases, focusing on clinical outcomes and neurogenesis
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgery (EANS) functional group committee

Dr Nuran Burcu Arkali is a neurology specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a Master of Electrophysiology from Istanbul University. She focus on managing cognitive decline through detailed neurological mapping.

• Specialises in managing dementia and memory-related disorders using EEG diagnostic monitoring
• Completed a Master of Science in Electrophysiology to better understand brain activity patterns
• Uses neural therapy and ozone therapy to support traditional neurological treatment plans
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak holds a Master's degree in Electrophysiology, providing her with specialised expertise in tracking the brain's electrical activity to manage dementia cases.

• Specialises in dementia care and diagnostic neurophysiology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
• Uses EEG and PSG to monitor brain function and sleep patterns in Alzheimer's patients
• Completed her medical training at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
• Expert in EMG and EEG diagnostics to assess nerve and brain health

Associate Professor Baris Topcular refined his neurology expertise at the PharmaZentrum Research Center in Switzerland before leading dementia clinics in Istanbul.

• Specialises in managing complex dementia and movement disorders
• Performs assessments at the Gayrettepe PET department for precise brain imaging
• Serves as an Associate Professor at Istanbul Science University
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul Medical Faculty Neurology Department

Associate Professor Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz leads the Movement Disorders Unit at Medipol University, where she specialises in tailored treatment plans for neurodegenerative conditions.

• Trained at London's prestigious UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology as a Parkinson's and neuromodulation specialist
• Focuses on personalized medical follow-up to manage complex cognitive and movement symptoms
• Published over 30 clinical research papers on neurological health and cognitive function
• Collaborates with neurosurgery teams to assess patients for advanced stimulation therapies

Professor Yasef Özsarfati treats Alzheimer's disease with expertise gained from intensive training in the United States, focusing on dementia and behavioural neurology.

• Specialises in behavioural neurology, which manages how brain conditions affect conduct and thinking
• Practises at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital – a facility known for specialist medical care
• Former Associate Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of the region's most prestigious medical institutions

Associate Professor Buse Cagla Ari is a leading neurologist at Istanbul Medipol University, specialised in managing complex dementia and neurodegenerative conditions.

• Active member of the Turkish Alzheimer's Disease Society
• Expertise in lifestyle and nutritional interventions for healthy brain ageing
• Published researcher on risk factors and protective strategies for Alzheimer's disease
• Specialises in neurorehabilitation to improve daily function in patients with memory loss
• Uses polysomnography to treat sleep disturbances frequently linked to dementia

Associate Professor Suber Dikici is a senior neurologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with a distinguished academic background in cognitive health.

• Recognised with the Publication Success Incentive Award for contributions to neurological research
• Completed specialised training in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in Dubai
• Holds certification in sleep medicine to manage sleep-related symptoms in dementia
• Former Associate Professor of Neurology at Düzce University
• Active member of the Turkish Neurology Association

Professor Baris Metin has performed 900+ neurological treatments and holds a PhD in psychology, making him a dual expert in brain function and behaviour.

• Specialises in memory disorders and neurodegenerative conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
• Uses functional neuroimaging to map brain activity for more accurate diagnostic outcomes
• Integrates TMS sessions – non-invasive brain stimulation – into patient care plans
• Contributes to global medical knowledge with numerous research papers on attention and memory
• Completed international clinical research and doctoral studies at Ghent University in Belgium

Dr. Celal Salcini is a neurologist and epileptologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He specializes in electrophysiology, movement disorders, and dementias. He serves as a neurology specialist at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul. Dr. Salcini translates clinical research into patient care for multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease.

• Performs Video-EEG monitoring and electroencephalography (EEG) for epilepsy diagnosis.
• Treats neurodegenerative diseases, essential tremors, and complex spinal pain.
• Authored a chapter on spinal cord diseases for Merritt's Neurology Handbook.
• Provides care in English, Serbian, Bosnian, and Turkish.

Professor Tamer Atasever is a leading nuclear medicine specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He uses precise imaging to identify neurological lesions that standard scans might miss.

• Specialises in brain MRI and CT analysis for accurate localisation of neurological changes
• Former Director of Nuclear Medicine at Ankara Order Laboratory
• Member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM)
• Achieved the rank of Professor at Gazi University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Uses global therapeutic protocols to manage complex cases of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease

Professor Burcu Polat is a specialist neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a facility renowned for its focus on neuropsychology and brain health.

• Treats memory disorders at Turkey's first neuropsychiatry-focused hospital
• Provides care within a JCI-accredited facility for international safety standards
• Specialises in managing complex neurological conditions affecting the brain
• Works alongside multidisciplinary teams for neurodegenerative disease management
• Uses evidence-based protocols to address progressive cognitive decline

Associate Professor Бусе Чагла Ары is a senior neurologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a dedicated focus on dementia care.

• Member of the Turkish Alzheimer Association specialised in managing cognitive decline
• University academic at Istanbul Medipol University teaching future neurology specialists
• Uses electroencephalogram (EEG) testing to monitor brain activity and diagnostic accuracy
• Specialises in neurorehabilitation to help patients maintain independence and daily function
• Active member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society

Professor Lutfi Hanoglu leads the neurology department at Medipol Mega University Hospital – one of Turkey's largest private medical institutions.

• Head of neurology specialising in neurodegenerative disorders and memory loss
• Provides detailed second opinions based on existing scans and clinical reports
• Expert in demyelinating processes that affect the brain's protective nerve coating
• Oversees hospital-wide protocols for complex neurological diagnostic procedures
• Focuses on mapping neural pathways to manage progressive cognitive decline

Professor Talip Asil brings international expertise to Biruni University Hospital, having served as a stroke fellow at the University of Calgary in Canada.

• Specialises in managing dementia and neurodegenerative conditions
• Former Head of Department at several university medical faculties
• Expert in interventional neurology and complex movement disorders
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa, one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Recognised for clinical research into brain health and stroke prevention