12 Best Drug addiction Doctors in Istanbul

Dr Pelin Tas Durmus has performed over 1,100 treatments, specialising in tailored recovery plans at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital.

• Manages complex cases with over 900 successful procedures to her credit
• Published researcher with work featured in the British Journal of Occupational Therapy
• Specialised in psychiatry at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
• Develops personalised detox and rehabilitation programmes for chemical dependency

Dr Yusuf has performed over 900 procedures in addiction recovery and psychiatry, specialising in the complex link between mental health and substance use.

• Treats drug addiction at Moodist Hospital using combined pharmacological and therapeutic support
• Expert in managing internal dynamics and environmental factors influencing addiction
• Completed specialist training at Erenköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital
• Focuses on motivation processes and family approaches for sustainable recovery
• Researched metacognition and suicide risk in mood disorders at Dokuz Eylül University

Professor Nesrin Dilbaz is a leading authority in addiction psychiatry at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, where she focuses on complex cases of alcoholism. She is highly regarded for her expertise in managing substance abuse alongside psychiatric conditions.

• Specialises in treating addiction in children and adolescents
• Served as a prestigious jury member for the AUA 2020 international medical event
• Focuses on alcoholism and co-occurring mental health disorders
• Expert in managing burnout syndrome and related coping strategies

Dr Alptekin Cetin has managed over 900 psychiatric treatments and practices at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, the second-ranked brain hospital in Europe.

• Specialises in addiction care using brain mapping tools like EEG and MRI for precise diagnosis
• Holds a PhD in Mental Health from the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa
• Develops personalised recovery plans based on individual patient data analysis
• Practices at the first private neuropsychiatric hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation

Dr Bahruz Shukurov specialises in treating both chemical and behavioural dependencies at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, Turkey's first neuropsychiatric hospital. He holds a medical doctorate from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa and treats complex addiction cases.

• Treats alcoholism, substance abuse, and gambling addictions through structured medical programmes
• Uses psychoanalytic therapy to address the root causes of addictive behaviours
• Integrates mindfulness-based therapies into clinical recovery plans for sustainable sobriety
• Focuses on the link between personality disorders and addiction for targeted care

Dr Guliyev treats complex cases at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, Turkey's first private neuropsychiatric centre and a JCI-accredited facility. He uses high-resolution diagnostic tools to map brain activity for targeted recovery plans.

• Uses Electroencephalogram (EEG) to record brain electrical activity for precise neurological assessment
• Trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) by Professor Mehmet Zihni Sungur
• Practises at a specialist hospital treating 4,000 neuropsychiatric patients annually
• Residency completed at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Presents clinical work at international psychiatric congresses

Associate Professor Ceylan Ergul Arslan is a leading psychiatry specialist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, focusing on the NPISTANBUL AMATEM addiction recovery department.

• Treats alcohol and chemical substance addiction using evidence-based psychiatric protocols
• Researches the epidemiology of psychosis at Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Specialises in managing co-occurring disorders like depression and bipolar affective disorder
• Serves as an Associate Professor at Uskudar University Department of Mental Health and Diseases
• Trained at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in mental health and diseases

Psychiatrist Ozge Yukselay specialises in treating addiction by combining medical care with somatic therapies at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital.

• Uses Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to reduce drug cravings without invasive surgery
• Employs neurofeedback to help patients retrain brain activity patterns associated with addiction
• Facilitates group therapy and psychodrama sessions to build social recovery skills
• Integrates medical treatment with holistic psychotherapy for long-term relapse prevention
• Trained at Erenkoy Mental and Nervous Diseases Hospital in specialist psychiatric care

Dr Yokusoglu is a Consultant Psychiatrist at Moodist Hospital who specialises in treating adult patients using evidence-based medical and psychological protocols.

• Uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to manage addiction triggers and relapse prevention
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty – a premier medical institution in Turkey
• Combines psychopharmacology with existential analysis for a holistic recovery approach
• Provides personalised treatment plans for both routine and complex psychiatric cases

Assistant Professor Gurbuz leads the Department of Mental Health and Diseases at Istinye University, bringing senior academic expertise to drug addiction recovery at Moodist Hospital.

• Specialises in psychiatry with focus on Erenkoy Mental and Nervous Diseases Hospital protocols
• Serves as Assistant Professor at Istinye University Faculty of Medicine
• Managed clinical operations as a former Responsible Manager of Rubi Medical Center
• Authored international research on psychiatric disorders and addiction recovery outcomes

Dr Nese Ustun served as Chief Assistant at the Bakirkoy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital, where she oversaw complex patient treatment and specialist training.

• Specialises in treating addiction using a combination of medication and psychodynamic-oriented therapies
• Trained at Istanbul University Capa Faculty of Medicine in clinical biochemistry
• Uses EMDR and cognitive behavioural therapy to address underlying trauma in recovery
• Supervised medical theses and research into mood disorders and mental health

Dr Merve Gumusay trained at the Bakirkoy Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Hospital, one of Turkey's largest and most specialised psychiatric research centres.

• Treats drug and alcohol addiction using evidence-based medical and therapeutic protocols
• Uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help patients manage addiction triggers
• Specialises in treating addiction alongside co-occurring conditions like bipolar and anxiety disorders
• Member of the Turkish Psychiatric Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Practises at Moodist Hospital, a dedicated facility for psychiatry and neurology