16 Best Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 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.

Dr. Dilek Necioglu Orken is a neurologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on complex neurological conditions and patient management. Dr. Orken previously served as the Head of the Neurology Department at Demiroglu Science University. She also held the role of Education and Administrative Officer at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital.

• Served as a member of the faculty at Demiroglu Science University.
• Practiced as a specialist at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital.
• Works at Memorial Sisli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.
• Provides care at a facility with a recognized history of world-class safety standards.

Professor Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak holds a Master's degree in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Specialises in Electromyography (EMG) to assess muscle and nerve cell health
• Expert in nerve conduction studies to identify motor neuron issues
• Trained at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital Neurology Clinic
• Focuses on diagnostic electrophysiology for complex neurological conditions
• Practises at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Professor Baris Topcular uses molecular neuroimaging to accurately track disease progression at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at the University of Basel PharmaZentrum Research Center in Switzerland
• Specialises in Parkinson’s and other movement-related motor disorders
• Uses PET scans for molecular neuroimaging to improve diagnostic accuracy
• Provides botulinum toxin applications to help manage muscle stiffness and spasming
• Former specialist at the Mazhar Osman Training and Research Hospital

Professor Rahsan Adviye is a neurophysiology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital, specialising in the complex diagnostic mapping of the nervous system.

• Holds a Master of Clinical Neurophysiology from Istanbul University, focusing on brain and nerve function analysis
• Uses EMG and EEG diagnostics to precisely track nerve signals and muscle responses
• Spent fifteen years as a senior instructor at the University of Health Sciences, training the next generation of neurologists
• Member of the EEG–EMG Clinical Neurophysiology Society and the Turkish Neurology Society

Professor Yasef Özsarfati brings senior academic expertise to Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital after training at one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties.

• Completed a research fellowship in the United States focusing on behavioural neurology
• Recognised as a Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in managing complex neuromuscular conditions and cognitive disorders
• Experienced in treating dementia and seizure disorders along with systemic neurology
• Practises at a major JCI-accredited hospital centre in Istanbul

Associate Professor Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz is a senior neurologist at the specialist PARMER centre, where she focuses on complex movement disorders and neurodegenerative conditions.

• Trained at London's National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery at Queen Square
• Published 30 clinical research papers on movement disorders and neurological health
• Specialises in neuromodulation and personal treatment plans for individual patient needs
• Leads the Parkinson's and Movement Disorders unit at Medipol University

Professor Baris Metin is a senior neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, the second-ranked brain hospital in Europe. He uses functional neuroimaging to map brain activity and guide treatment for complex neurological conditions.

• Treats Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) within a specialised neuro-rehabilitation framework
• Expert in functional neuroimaging – uses brain scans to track disease progression and treatment response
• International experience practising in Belgium and Turkey
• Oversees inpatient rehabilitation programmes for motor neuron and movement disorders
• Member of the Turkish Neurological Society

Dr Celal Salcini co-authored a definitive chapter on spinal cord diseases for Merrit's Neurology Handbook, a core resource for neurological specialists worldwide.

• Specialises in neurodegenerative conditions and complex spinal cord diseases
• Uses neurophysiological tools like EEG to assess motor neuron health
• Former lecturer at Üsküdar University, training the next generation of neurologists
• Expert in electrophysiology, essential for diagnosing nerve and muscle function
• Practises at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a centre dedicated to neuropsychiatry

With over 25 years of clinical and academic experience, the doctor is a highly accomplished specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. Clinical expertise encompasses hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery. The doctor has held significant positions at various training and research hospitals, including serving as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor has pursued international professional development, including an observership at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago. After being appointed Associate Professor in 2018, the doctor attained the rank of Professor in 2024 and currently practices as a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Professor Sultan Tarlaci is a senior Neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, where he leads research into complex neurodegenerative conditions.

• Specialises in managing motor neuron dysfunction and progressive paralysis
• Author of multiple neurology textbooks used in clinical teaching
• Published extensive research in international peer-reviewed journals on brain diseases
• Awarded for significant contributions to the field of neurosciences
• Trained at Ege University School of Medicine in clinical neurology

Dr Siar Dursun leads the paediatric neurology team at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, where he manages complex neurodegenerative conditions in young patients.

• Specialises in managing motor neuron issues and neurodegenerative disorders in children
• Uses video-EEG monitoring and brain MRI for precise diagnostic assessments
• Trained at Adnan Menderes University in specialised child neurology care
• Focuses on tailored protocols for rare neuromuscular and polyneuropathy cases
• Member of the medical faculty at one of Turkey's largest university hospitals

Dr Gülistan Halaç leads neurodegenerative care at Medistate Hospital Istanbul – a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually. She specialises in managing complex disorders affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems.

• Focuses on conservative management for progressive conditions like Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
• Manages neurodegenerative diseases including Parkinson's and Alzheimer's at a major surgical centre
• Uses medication strategies to control movement disorders and muscle tremors
• Coordinates rehabilitation programmes to help maintain mobility and patient independence
• Treats patients at a facility meeting rigorous Joint Commission International healthcare standards

Dr Miver Erem Tokus uses stem cell therapy for neurological regeneration at the JCI-accredited Academic Hospital in Istanbul.

• Treats neurodegenerative diseases including Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and Parkinson's
• Uses stem cell therapy to help repair or replace damaged nerve cells
• Performs vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) for managing complex neurological symptoms
• Practices at a facility with TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation for quality standards
• Provides medication protocols for managing chronic demyelinating and peripheral nervous system conditions