Best Neurodegenerative Disease Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Dr Celal Salcini lead research on movement disorders and dementia at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a specialist centre for neurosciences.

• Specialises in electrophysiology – using electrical tests to measure nerve and muscle function for accurate diagnosis
• Focuses on complex movement disorders and neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's and dementia
• Former lecturer at Uskudar University – helps train the next generation of neurologists
• Expertise in spinal cord diseases and neurophysiologic mapping

Dr Nuran Burcu Arkali is a specialist neurologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a Master's degree in electrophysiology from Istanbul University. She led the establishment of a neurology intensive care unit and ward at Diyarbakir Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in managing Parkinson's disease and various forms of dementia
• Uses electromyography (EMG) to assess muscle and nerve health for accurate diagnosis
• Performs botulinum toxin injections for neurological symptoms and movement disorders
• Trained in neural therapy and ozone therapy for integrated patient care
• Member of the neurology team at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

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.

Associate Professor Ebru Altindag is an award-winning neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with subspecialty certification in clinical neurophysiology. She has been recognised multiple times by the National Epilepsy Congress for her research into seizure origins and nerve health.

• Specialises in clinical neurophysiology to assess nerve and muscle function
• Expert in video-EEG monitoring for diagnosing complex seizure disorders
• Awarded by the Turkish Neurology Association for research into myoclonic epilepsy
• Subspecialist in EEG and EMG diagnostic techniques for neurodegenerative cases
• Member of the Association of Child Neurology and Neuroimmunology

Professor Yasef Özsarfati is a senior neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who completed specialist training in the United States focusing on dementia and behavioural neurology.

• Treats neurodegenerative conditions including dementia and drug-resistant epilepsy
• Held an Associate Professor role at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Neurological Society and International League Against Epilepsy
• Consults on complex cognitive disorders and chronic headache management
• Published clinical research in international journals regarding behavioural neurology

Associate Professor Suber Dikici is a neurology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with expert training in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS).

• Specialises in DBS applications to help manage motor symptoms and tremors
• Holds certification in Sleep Medicine for managing complex sleep-wake disorders
• Recognised with the Publication Success Incentive Award for neurological research
• Former Associate Professor at Düzce University training the next generation of specialists
• Member of the Turkish Neurology Association and the Turkish Sleep Medicine Association

Professor Abdullah Ozkardes is a neurology specialist at Biruni University Hospital, a top-tier Turkish medical school and research centre.

• Specialises in neurodegenerative disorders and memory loss management
• Former Chief Physician at Kutahya Air Hospital with senior clinical leadership
• Completed neurology residency at the prestigious GATA Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and national aviation health boards
• Focuses on precise neurological assessment for complex brain conditions

Professor Siar Dursun is a specialist paediatric neurologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with deep clinical roots in child health.

• Focuses on paediatric neurodegenerative disease management in children and adolescents
• Trained at Adnan Menderes University in specialised Child Neurology
• Serves as a Professor at Medipol University Hospital – a leading Turkish academic medical centre
• Practised at major public facilities including Kartal Education and Research Hospital

The doctor is an Associate Professor specializing in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, with extensive expertise in stroke, spinal cord injury, orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric rehabilitation. Clinical focus includes robotic rehabilitation, arthroplasty and fracture recovery, as well as the management of osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and fibromyalgia.

The doctor completed specialized training at the Ankara Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital. Academic and clinical contributions include significant research on the validity and reliability of the Turkish translation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI), published in the journal Disability and Rehabilitation.